Boerne Business Monthly - June 2022

Volume 14, Issue 12: June 2022

BOERNE business monthly

Rudkin Productions Marks 30 Years as Advertising Leader FINANCIAL PLANNING: BUSINESS LIFE CYCLE

WEDDINGS A GO-GO: HAVE CHAPEL, WILL TRAVEL

LOCAL NEWS & INFO

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Boerne is booming. Our town is growing by leaps and bounds these days and that means lots of new people and lots of new businesses. Each month as I look at the Ribbon Cuttings from the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce I am amazed at all of the growth. And while new can be exciting, take it from this lifelong Boerne-ite, some of the best local businesses are the ones that have stood the test of time! The businesses that this great community was built on should not be overlooked. There’s a reason that locals have been eating Mague’s tacos and Bumdoodler’s sandwiches and soups (to name a couple of my favorites) for a couple of generations now – cause they are darn good! The same can be said for this month’s cover feature, Rudkin Productions.

This year marks 30 years that they have been providing quality advertising solutions to businesses both locally and internationally. Read all about Kathy Rudkin and her team and the services they provide starting on page 16.

Are you an owner of one of these longtime Boerne businesses?

Maybe you are getting to the point where you want to think about retirement but aren’t sure how to transition your business to that

Meet Lisa! She celebrates her 7-year Anniesversary in June.

As a pharmacist, Lisa visits local prescribers educating them on how compounded medications can help solve their patients’ problems.

Whether it’s a solution for hair loss, a numbing cream for laser treatments, a transdermal cream for pain, or a libido-enhancing troche, she has the answers to their patients’ woes. You may see Lisa in the pharmacy some days of the week also.

Lisa is an avid tennis player and loves listening to her husband play guitar in a local band.

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next phase of life. On page 8, Rich Barkley of Prime Capital Investment Advisors shares an informative article on the Business Life Cycle and what goes in to creating a successful exit strategy when the time comes.

Also in this issue we share with you a fun local business that brings the wedding chapel straight to the bride and groom. If you are thinking of getting married but are looking for a more intimate setting, turn to page 26 to read all about Weddings A Go-Go! I hope you all have a fun-filled summer and enjoy this issue of Boerne Business Monthly,

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June 08: finances

Financial Planning: Business Life Cycle

Javier Acevedo

Robin McCall Dallenbach

by Rich Barkley – Prime Capital Investment Advisors

10: calendar 16: cover feature

Rudkin Productions: Celebrating 30 Years as Advertising Leader

by Kevin Thompson & Kathy Rudkin

Jim Campbell

Renee Campbell

20: retirement

Which Retirement Plan is Right for You? Solo 401(k) Plans vs. SEP Plans

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CONTENTS 25: entrepreneurship Texas Heritage Bank Gives First Private Donation to Das Greenhaus

26: local business Weddings A Go-Go

27: giving back

GVTC and The GVTC Foundation Award $200,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

28: ribbon cuttings

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Financial Planning: Business Life Cycle

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by Richard Barkley, Financial Advisor, Certified Valuation Analyst – Prime Capital Investment Advisors

A business plan should have multiple stages in the business’ life cycle that are directly correlated to the owner's personal financial plan. In most cases, the goal is to successfully start, build and either monetize or sell the investment / business at the maximum value and the right time. But does this maximum value solve the owner's retirement needs financially and give the owner their desired lifestyle? This is where a detailed financial plan should incorporate a business plan and outline the business life cycle. It is important to have an orderly, sequential action plan to incorporate all of the intangible and tangible value drivers and take your company from a year-to-year business to a significant business that is at the top of its game and very attractive and ready to sell. This business plan should then align the sale proceeds with your personal financial plan and the owner's goals and vision. A few old adages come to mind: "You can't manage what you don't measure." Know the value of your business and get a professional Business Valuation. Then "Begin with the end in mind." Work with a Financial Planner to know what you want / need later in life to accomplish your goals with a comprehensive financial plan.

First assess the potential risks and steps needed to mitigate these risks. These end goals speak directly to the team’s action items: duties, responsibilities, systems and processes to accomplish the objectives. In the beginning, the owner should identify and assess the risks by measuring and analyzing all of these value drivers and prioritize the action items and time frames.

One of the next steps is to protect the business by reducing

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the identified risks. To do this, one should assess the following company's benchmarks, range of value, profit gap, value gap, Key performance indicators, Industry Peer comparisons, tangible and intangible value drivers, and etc. All of these measurements will also add clarity, confidence and direction that the business and team should take. We always prepare a full Business Insights Report for all our clients – a comprehensive review and evaluation – which includes a valuation number and more importantly the value potential – what the business should / could be worth. This business value gap can be utilized in daily operations to make significant improvements to people, revenue, efficiencies, cost reductions and even company culture. By understanding these risks, we can prioritize action items to mitigate the risk and improve business value. Again, these risks will also be associated and tied to the business owners' personal risks and goals. Hence, Financial Planning tied to Business Planning and the stages of the life cycle and the importance of improving the business value.

The next stage will be to grow and improve the value of the business. You can accomplish this by either increasing cash flow (EBITDA) or increasing the sales / EBITDA multiple.

There is a strategic approach to improve financials and value drivers. Improving the value drivers will reduce risks which will improve multiple. We can always run comparable sales to attain average industry multiples but why be average? We will define and defend the steps in place that reduces these risks. Strengthening the intangible value drivers like employ-

ee culture, communities' perception of the business, improving the systems and processes and lastly, how your customer's see the business.

At some point, the potential to monetize the business / investment should be considered. In this decision one will be executing and/or assessing the exit options, deal terms and deal structure.

This has many angles to consider. A few examples would be an asset sale v. stock sale, part cash part equity, debt financing, earnout, third party sale, employment contracts, etc. Discuss who will be best buyer – strategic investor, financial investor, Private Equity partner, internal sale to management or employees, etc.

Which exit fits the owner's goals and vision and what does success look like for the owners.

The final phase involves managing value / invest net proceeds and figuring out how to then manage money / invest money. An early, holistic financial plan is critical to manage the value and accomplish the goals. Even if a business owner is selling now, improving, solidifying and understanding the value is critical. Consider when you sell: how do you replace that income? How do you have the lifestyle you want? How do you replace your time? How do you replace your identity? These are the personal questions we address with our clients.

After the current and projected valuation is established, we will continue to grow and protect your business / investment. A successful exit (success) plan should be directly correlated to a successful business plan that should be directly correlated to the Financial Plan. BBM

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JUNE

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EVERY SATURDAY Old Jail Museum Tours 10:00am to 5:00pm 208 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne Tour the Old Jail Museum and enjoy its unique exhibits.The Kendall County Historic Jail was constructed in 1887 and served for a century as the county jail. In recent years, the Friends of the Kendall County Historic Jail have painstakingly restored the space, bringing it back to life as a oneof-a-kind museum of Kendall County history. $5 Adults; Free for Children under 10,Veterans, and Law Enforcement

JUNE 2 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR JODI DILLMON, INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT WITH PAMPERED CHEF 1:30pm to 2:00pm | Esperanza Clubhouse 601 Esperanza Blvd – Boerne

A DAY AT THE FARM AND FARMERS MARKET 9:00am to 1:00pm | Herff Farm 33 Herff Rd. – Boerne Vendors will be set up at Herff Farm to supply you with some of your local favorites. Whether you want to hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food, help the Cibolo Center for Conservation maintain the land through volunteer service projects, or get new recipe ideas, the Farmers Market at Herff Farm is the place to be.

JUNE 7 & 21 KCBFO TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE MEETING 2:00pm to 4:00pm 447 N. Main Street – Boerne These meetings focus on 1) A short-range program of projects and operational improvements that can be implemented in the short term to relieve current congestion; 2) A long-range program of transportation improvements that addresses

JUNE 4 BLACK RIFLE BLOCK PARTY 4:00pm to 10:00pm | Black Rifle Coffee Co. 101 S. Main – Ste. A Join the folks at Black Rifle Coffee Co for another Block Party!

current and projected travel demand; 3) A program of recommended policies to guide the planning and design of the transportation/land use system within Kendall County.

JUNE 7 ABENDKONZERT CONCERT IN THE PARK 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main St. – Boerne The Boerne Village Band, founded in 1860 by German immigrant Karl Dienger, is the oldest continuously active German band outside of the Republic of Germany. In 1991 Mayor Patrick Heath revived the old Abendkonzert tradition in Boerne with a series of summer evening band concerts on Main Plaza.The free concerts were an overnight success and continue to gain popularity with each passing year.

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JUNE 10 BOERNE CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC PRESENTED BY CAVENDER CHEVROLET 9:00am shotgun start Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort Enjoy a day of golf, networking, awesome player perks and delicious food and drinks at the Boerne Chamber Annual Golf Classic, presented by Cavender Chevrolet!

NIGHT HIKES FOR ADULTS 7:30pm to 9:00pm Cibolo Center for Conservation 140 City Park Rd. – Boerne Join naturalist Jasmine Torrez and explore the Cibolo Center for Conservation to discover various living organisms that call the Cibolo home.

Get a chance to see native plants and wildlife up close. Learn about animal and plant species’ habitats, natural history, and identifying them.You never know what you will find, so join them for this wildcard night hike through the Cibolo.

Please bring a flashlight and a water bottle. $10 members; $15 non-members JUNE 11 & 12 BOERNE MARKET DAYS Main Plaza 100 N. Main St. – Boerne Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm Since 1850, Main Plaza has been a center point of trade for the people of Boerne.

In the present day, on the second weekend of every month, Main Plaza is home to a magical outdoor market that blends the traditions of the Texas Hill Country with the creations of today’s culture. Hundreds of festive booths display everything from collectibles and remembrances of the past to modern innovations that will bring a smile of wonder to those who stroll past.

JUNE 11 & 25 BLUEGRASS JAM AT THE AGRICULTURAL 11:00am to 1:00pm The AgriCultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne Every second and four th Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen! This event is free and open to the public.

KUHLMANN-KING MUSEUM TOURS Kuhlmann-King Historical Complex 402 E. Blanco Rd. – Boerne Step back in time to experience and explore how a Boerne family would have lived in the late 1800s.

Keep an eye out for different educational programs each month.

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JUNE 13 KENDALL COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S COURT 9:00am to 11:00am Kendall County Cour thouse 201 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d JUNE 14 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS HILL COUNTRY LLC 1:30pm to 2:00pm 908 S Main St. Ste. 101 – Boerne CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm Livestream Meeting See ci.boerne.tx us for link to meeting.

JUNE 16 LIVE! AT THE LIBRARY 7:00pm to 9:00pm Patrick Heath Public Library Amphitheater 451 N. Main – Boerne For the June Live! At the Library program, Jay Boy Adams and his band will be featured.This is a free event, and open to the public. Since the event will be held outside at the Amphitheater, please bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.

JUNE 18 MOONDANCE OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES: LOST MULE BAND 7:00pm to 10:00pm Doors open at 7pm & Music starts at 7:30pm Cibolo Center for Conservation 140 City Park Rd. – Boerne The Lost Mule Band, a local Boerne favorite, returns to the stage at the nature center.

Bring your coolers, chairs, family, and friends for a night of music and dancing.

Food trucks will be available on site. $15 per concert; $10 members; $5 Students Ages 12-15 MUSIC IN THE CAVE: SUMMER SOLSTICE RUDI/RUDIMENTS 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne Experience a unique musical experience down in the Queen's Throne Room. Some of this concert will be performed in total darkness, illuminated by periods of flickering candlelight, with songs and visuals focused on the interplay of dark and light, which marks the Summer Solstice.

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JUNE 19 – FATHER’S DAY JUNE 21 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CIBOLO CREEK QUILTERS GUILD 1:30pm to 2:00pm The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce 121 S Main St. – Boerne B.O.N.D. - BOERNE OPEN NEIGHBORHOOD DISCUSSION 5:30pm Zoom Meeting – Visit City of Boerne Website for Link Boerne Open Neighborhood Discussion (B.O.N.D.) meetings are an informal opportunity for residents to learn about proposed developments near their homes or businesses. continued on page 22

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cover feature

Rudkin Productions Marks 30 Years as Advertising Leader

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Boerne-based marketing and web agency continues print legacy while forging digital future and expansion of a satellite San Antonio location

by Kevin Thompson & Kathy Rudkin

Advertising executive Kathy Rudkin announced recently that 2022 is a year-long celebration of her company’s founding. Rudkin Productions turned the lights on thirty years ago this past February.

“We are celebrating three decades of advertising success and the many valuable clients we have served,” Rudkin stated. “Since 1992, Rudkin Productions has promoted highly respected brands in both nonprofit and for-profit circles.”

Rudkin Productions launched in Oklahoma City before relocating to

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the San Antonio area in 1995. Rudkin is an advertising graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma and began her journey to entrepreneurship in the early 1990s in Oklahoma City. She started as a receptionist in a local advertising firm and worked her way up to broadcast production manager after a relatively short period of time. Being young, eager and ambitious, she was motivated to go out on her own at the age of 24 and start her own agency, Rudkin Productions.

What started in her spare bedroom has now turned into one of the

largest Texas Hill Country advertising agencies with a prime location on I-10 in Boerne.

“I moved out of my spare bedroom and into an actual office around 1997. During that time, we kept outgrowing location after location until I was finally able to purchase an empty lot on I-10. Our permanent home for well over a decade now is the iconic twostory building with the big light bulb on the side that you see heading into Boerne. This 4,800 square foot building was custom built for our needs with a full-service graphic and web department, photography studio, digital department and a print shop.”

Upon moving from Oklahoma, Rudkin initially served clients in both the Sooner and Lone Star States. “I travelled back and forth to Oklahoma until 2001 until I could build up a strong clientele in Texas.” Today, her agency’s reach extends nationally – and even internationally with clients in Canada, United Kingdom and Israel.

“Our team led one international organizaKathy Rudkin, Owner tion, Christians United for Israel (CUFI), from initial logo designed sixteen years ago to over ten million members today,” Rudkin recalls. “Since 2006, Rudkin has worked with the national office to help organize each year a 5,000-member convention in Washington, DC. The growth has been fun to watch – and rewarding to be a part of.”

“Rudkin Productions has played an integral part in how we have communicated with our members for over 16 years,” said Jordan Hunter, CUFI Project Manager, “they provide us with solutions and insight on the best ways to carry out our message and mission whether it’s through direct mail, books, collateral and event materials, or website development and ongoing maintenance. Kathy and her team are on the cutting edge of marketing communications, and they do everything with integrity and excellence.”

Rudkin understands the power of digital marketing and her clients have been experiencing great outcomes. “Digital marketing has become an exceedingly larger part of the company’s overall marketing strategies. I think many companies realized the importance of a strong digital presence during Covid-19 when they were scrambling to get information out, as well as just reinvent their business model during this time. It was an eye-opening experience for most businesses because it exposed just how vulnerable their current practices truly were. Due to this, our digital department has continued to explode.”

This explosion has led her to launch an entire Digital Department called Digital Domino Marketing. Through lead generating software, Rudkin offers clients one place to book, track and communicate with leads generated automatically through social media or google inquiries by following up with email and texting thus converting the lead into an actual client.

Although web development has been a large part of her services for years, the new digital department has expanded their expertise in search engine optimization, geo-fencing, location and point of interest marketing, targeted social media with emphasizes on Call to Action driving more leads, along with Google My Business, Google Ads, non-profit advertising grants and Google Analytics management.

At the same time, Rudkin Productions maintains a focus on traditional advertising. A team of tenured, in-house graphic designers produce billboards, logos, brochures, magazines, books and direct mail daily. Other services are specialty items, trade booths, large mediums, radio and TV commercials, media placement and company videos.

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Digital Domino Marketing by Rudkin Productions was designed to help small businesses generate and nurture high-quality leads. Our goal is to make it easy for small business owners to generate, follow up with, and convert leads into paying customers who leave 5-star reviews.

When people think of businesses that are in the same category as yours, we want them to think your business is the best and only option they would consider. We do this through our proven process that makes you, the business owner, the absolute authority in your community.

We understand that social media is a beast to feed and most business owners do not have the time or energy to dedicate to it, thus where we come in. We handle all areas of social and digital media - from organic posting, to lead generating software integrated within your social media platforms (schedule tours, book appointments, even take pre-payments right from your social media ad), tracking, social pixels within your website to allow retargeting through social media, Google My Business with chat and updating management, Google Analytics and Google ads, geofencing (serving ads through apps and websites within in a geotargeted location), location listening (fencing locations and pulling mobile IP addresses to re-target through social media), eblasts and many other services.

We would love to set up an appointment with you and get a better understanding of your needs. Our reps at Digital Domino Marketing understand that every business is unique. We work with small business owners and their staff personally to customize a system that works for them and their business.

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continued from page 17 anywhere; we are just as busy today as we were pre-Covid, we just now incorporate the digital component into our advertising plans,” explains Rudkin.

Direct mail is still such a huge part of their services. Twelve years ago, Rudkin started a sister company, Rudkin Printing, that prints large run envelopes in the millions each year.

With the recent closings of two Boerne-area printing companies, Rudkin has purchased additional equipment and expanded her in-house printing operation and has the only sizeable printing company along the Interstate 10 West corridor. Even small runs are competitively priced. Rudkin is set to open a second satellite San Antonio location for a portion of her print shop in June 2022 at 8126 Broadway to house the ever-growing envelope portion of their business.

“People are always so shocked when I say, we print millions in envelopes,” Rudkin said amused, “it sounds so random, but if you think about it, envelopes are a part of our lives every single day. The next time you go to the mailbox and you are holding stacks of envelopes from various companies, someone had to convert and print that envelope.

In fact, you might even be holding one of ours.”

In addition to her advertising work, Ms. Rudkin also works closely with Aid the Silent, an organization her daughter, former Miss San Antonio, Emma Faye Rudkin, founded to advocate for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. This relationship helped expand her agency into the production of throwing large events including 5ks, galas and large music festivals with all being fully deaf accessible.

It’s very unique to have creative design, full-scale printing and non-profit management all under one roof,” Rudkin observed. “The collaboration and efficiencies benefit our clients.”

A faith-based agency, Rudkin Productions’ clients include Christian ministries, churches, lobbying groups and other non-profits. The company also serves banks, medical practices, retailers, tourism groups and construction firms.

The company has garnered many awards over its thirty year history including Best of Show “Addys” from the San Antonio Advertising Federation and Summit Awards from the Greater San Antonio Builders Association.

“The awards are a reminder of the hard work,” Rudkin reflected. “You never know what will come from taking care of someone. Adding a swirl to a logo of a walk-in once turned into 14 separate advertising accounts. People want good customer service… they want people who genuinely care about their business and their success.”

Lori Gross, Account Executive

Robin Lipe – Office Manager

Gwen Turner, Graphic Artist

Olivia Lipe, Social Media Coordinator

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“Rudkin Productions makes the marketing process seamless for us,” said Maggie Bennette, owner of Creative Industries, an international manufacturer of solar lighting for large scale markets in the US and Canada. “They offer solutions, not just suggestions. Their knowledge in the digital arena has helped produce results and given us a valuable presence in our industry globally.”

As Rudkin Productions continues to grow and expand, so do Rudkin’s dreams and she welcomes change, “One of my favorite quotes is from Mark Batterson in The Circle Maker, ‘bold prayers honor God, God honors bold prayers.’

I have realized as I have become older, most of the time we just have to say YES. We don’t necessarily have to have it all figured out; we just need to be willing to go on the adventure. Being fully engaged in this life and trying to make a difference, even a small one, is what makes this all worthwhile.” BBM

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Which Retirement Plan is Best for You?

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Solo 401(k) Plans vs SEP Plans

by Christian Santos – ADKF

Self-employed individuals often have an array of issues to worry about when running a business by themselves. There is often a solo focus on only worrying about profitability. Of course, this is important because one is unable to run a successful business without profitability. However, these individuals should not and cannot forget about their future both for themselves and, potentially, future employees. As such, every employer should be looking at adopting a retirement plan as a way to look out for their financial well-being in the future. Now, you may be thinking that it does not make sense to adopt a benefit plan as you’re a single employer company or even a company with a small number of employees. I’m here to tell you that line of thinking is incorrect and there are significant benefits for a self-employed individual to adopt one. Now, with a different array of choice to select from, what is the best plan to choose. For briefness, we will focus on two of the most popular choices for self-employed persons, Solo 401(k) Plans and SEP Plans.

One retirement plan that may be attractive to adopt is the Solo 401(k) plan. The Solo 401(k) plan states that the only participant that can enter into the plan is the business owner along with their spouse IF they work for the company. However, no other employees are allowed to enter. This plan is similar to regular 401(k)s and must abide by IRS regulations. In 2022, the self-employed employee can contribute elective contribution up to $20,500, or $27,000 if they are eligible for catch up contributions.

Unlike some traditional plans that have limitations on the percentage of salary that can be elected to be deducted, the self-employed employee – owner can contribute 100% of their salary into the plan. Self-employed - owners also have the added benefit of an employer contribution (not to be mistaken for the elective deferral) and the owner acting as the com-

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pany can contribute up to 25% of the employee-owner’s compensation as long as the self-employed employee-owner has not surpassed the total contributions limit of $61,000 for 2022 with both the elective and employer contribution. The plan also needs to be established by the end of the tax year to count towards the return.

The other retirement plan up for discussion is the Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plan. SEP Individual Retirement Account (IRAs) is another self-employed retirement plan that allows the selfemployed owner to have a retirement plan. This plan is different from a Solo 401(k) plan in a few ways: there is no elective deferral, the plan only allows for pre-tax contributions, and no loans are available with this plan.

The biggest difference is that the company can make contributions to their employees along with the business owner. As such, the plan is essentially a profit-sharing plan where the employer contribution can be up to 25% of the employee’s pay, or $61,000 in 2022, whichever is less. Nonetheless, there are some rules to this. Employer contributions must be the same percentage across all employees, but the business owner has discretion over what that percentage will be. In this plan, contributions are immediately vested, and investment decisions are made by the employees.

Which is better for you? It depends on your individual situation.

If you’re a self-employed owner with no other employees beside your spouse, it may be beneficial to adopt a Solo 401(k) plan. The reason is that even if the company struggles to make a profit, you will still be able to contribute elective deferrals into the plan. This, at the very least, allows you to grow your retirement fund instead of completely missing years where the company simply cannot contribute. This is especially important if you’re over the age of 50 and you can contribute an additional amount

related to catch up. The other benefit is that unlike an SEP plan, you are not limited to pre-tax contributions, but have the option for post-tax contributions. In contrast, a SEP plan may be more beneficial for you if you want to establish benefits to attract employees while the company is still small in size. The company’s ability to decide the percentage of the employer contribution give you flexibility year to year, but still allow you (the self-employed owner) to contribute to your own retirement. There is also less maintenance and fees to deal with when it comes to such a SEP plan.

Overall, no matter the plan that is chosen, self-employed individuals should seek to adopt some kind of retirement plan as it is important for their future financial well-being. If you have any further questions about any of these retirement plan and want more detail about some of the tax benefits that comes with adopting such plans, please contact us at ADKF. We would be happy to help and get you the expertise you need to ensure that we are providing you the proper service.

ADKF is the largest, locally owned public accounting firm in San Antonio, Texas, with branch offices in Boerne and New Braunfels. We have been serving our community since 1991. We are a full-service CPA firm dedicated to providing a broad range of tax, audit, accounting, tax controversy, valuation, and consulting services with superior customer service to help our clients meet their goals and objectives. BBM

Christian Santos joined ADKF in 2019 as an Audit Intern, and is now an Audit Staff. He is originally from Laredo, Texas, and earned his Master of Professional Accountancy from Texas A&M International University.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d JUNE 21 ABENDKONZERT CONCERT IN THE PARK 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main St. – Boerne

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Your personal financial advisor will educate you on wealth building and preservation strategies based on your individual situation.

JUNE 23 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CHICAGO TITLE 11:30am to 12:00pm 221 Water Street, Suite 200-B – Boerne

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GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CHAPARRAL CABINETRY 1:30pm to 2:00pm | Chaparral Cabinetry 228 Commerce Ave. – Boerne

SPECIAL CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm | Livestream Meeting Link on City of Boerne Website MUSIC IN THE CAVE: 19ƒƒTEEN – FORBIDDEN & FORGOTTEN 7:30pm to 9:30pm 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne Experience a unique musical experience down in the Queen's Throne Room.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d JUNE 24 MOVIE IN THE PARK: GHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE 7:00pm to 10:00pm | Main Plaza 100 N. Main Street – Boerne Pre-movie activities begin at 7:00pm and the movie will begin at dark. Come out early pick your spot, get a movie snack or two and hang out and enjoy free entertainment before each movie.

Do not forget chairs, blankets!

Food trucks and other vendors will be on hand to provide additional tasty treats available for purchase.

Z’S ARTISANS MARKET 6:00pm to 10:00pm Z’s Wood Fired Pizza 118 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne Join Z’s Pizza every 4th Friday night for their monthly artisans market! There will be live music, local vendors who handcraft their products!

Vendors may include handmade soaps, hand sewn items, handwritten home decor, hand poured candles and maybe even entertainment for the whole family!

FAMILY NIGHT HIKES 7:00pm to 9:00pm Cibolo Center for Conservation 140 City Park Rd. – Boerne Join naturalist Jasmine Torrez and explore the Cibolo Center for Conservation to discover various living organisms that call the Cibolo home.

Get a chance to see native plants and wildlife up close. Family Night Hikes are great ways to explore the Cibolo and for children to see what lives on the land in the dark! This hike is suitable for families with small children.Trails are comprised of dirt roads and rocks, which may not be ideal for strollers.

Please bring a flashlight and a water bottle. $8 members; $10 non-members JUNE 25 TOUR DE BOERNE 6:00am to 2:00pm | Don Strange Ranch 103 Welfare Rd, – Boerne Tour de Boerne is a cycling event that will take you through the beautiful Texas Hill Country.You will welcomed back for a BBQ meal, cold craft beer and celebratory fun! This event is a fundraiser for local hill country charities. $100 entry fee HOPS AND HOT RODS Load-in for the car show will begin at 3:30 PM. Tusculum Brewing Co. 236 S. Main Street – Boerne Join the team at Tusculum Brewing Co. for a monthly car show. All makes, models, and years are welcome!

Bring a car to show off or come to enjoy the festivities and admire a great collection of awesome vehicles. Come on out and enjoy some beer, food, live music in the evening, and check out the cars!

Bring a lawn chair to enjoy the music in their outdoor space.This is a free event and it is open to the public!

JUNE 26 COUNTRY GOSPEL SHOW & LUNCHEON 11:30am to 1:00pm Sisterdale Dance Hall & Opera House 1210 Sisterdale Rd. – Boerne Experience the high energy songs of old-time gospel music as heard on the Grand Ole Opry and WGM Radio of the 1930’s & 1940’s.

The show will take place the last Sunday of every month, starting on March 27th! Go to https://holdmyticket.com/event/389449 to purchase your tickets today!

JUNE 28 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm Livestream Meeting See ci.boerne.tx us for link to meeting.

JUNE 30 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CRU RENTALS 11:30am to 12:00pm 103 Ranger Dr. – Boerne GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR HILL COUNTRY ORGANIZED 1:30pm to 2:00pm | 121 S. Main St – Boerne BBM

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entrepreneurship

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TEXAS HERITAGE BANK GIVES FIRST PRIVATE DONATION TO DAS GREENHAUS

Texas Heritage Bank provided the first private support for Das GreenHaus, the business incubator set to launch in Boerne, Texas in late 2022. The $50,000 investment in the project marks the first commitment from the local business community.

Steve Mack, Chairman and CEO of Texas Heritage Bank, stated, “Texas Heritage Bank is pleased to make a founding corporate investment in Das GreenHaus.

We believe strongly that future Boerne and Kendall County economic growth lies in encouraging and supporting entrepreneurial endeavors.”

“Das GreenHaus is grateful for the support of Steve Mack and Texas Heritage Bank. This commitment is an exciting next step toward realizing the first business incubator for Kendall County coming to fruition. We look forward to having other Founding Partners join us in this project, “ adds Das

GreenHaus Board President, Kathy Estes.

Das GreenHaus is a 501(c)(3) public-private entity that is supported by the City of Boerne, Kendall County, and private businesses and individuals in Kendall County. The Mission of the Das GreenHaus is “To foster the community of innovators to grow Kendall County’s entrepreneurial vision.”

Das GreenHaus launched though a collaboration between the Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation and the Boerne Kendall County Angel Network. www.DasGreenHaus.org BBM

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Have Chapel, Will Travel

Every couple, especially the bride, has their version of a dream wedding in their heads. For a lot of couples it’s a small, intimate wedding. If you fall in this category look no further than Weddings A Go-Go! Weddings A Go-Go is a small and beautiful chapel and wedding venue in the Texas Hill Country.

Established in 2019 by the Mistress of Matrimony, Tracy Lindsay. If you are looking for a charming chapel to get married in, you have come to the right place. Weddings A Go-Go acquired the chapel in the heart of the Hill Country to serve couples dreaming of having an outdoor wedding ceremony at whatever location they choose. Whether it’s a fancy catering hall or even in their backyard, couples can have their perfect ceremony with this small, mobile chapel.

Tracy created the chapel herself, and with the “I can do this!” attitude and entrepreneurial spirit, Weddings A Go-Go was born! “We are a small team obsessed with bringing the very best information to couples planning their wedding,” said Tracy. “We are here to help you start your happily ever after by creating a special day for you and your significant other! Our packages take the guess work out of planning a small wedding and you can customize each one to your liking. We have the chapel, you choose the location!”

TRACY LINDSAY, As many couples are choosing to wed in smaller, more intimate microweddings and minimonys, the MISTRESS OF MATRIMONY wedding venue is changing to accommodate. They offer a wide range of fully featured wedding packages that suit any budget and accommodate any idea. Just want the chapel for an hour? Need chairs? Want help with the appetizers?

Weddings a Go-Go is here for you. For the simplest wedding ceremony, opt for the “I Do” package which features chapel delivery and set up, music and a champagne toast. Want something a bit more elaborate?

How about a Microwedding or a Miniwedding? A Miniwedding is considered a commitment ceremony between you and your partner and it can include up to 10 people. A Microwedding however, like its name suggests, will typically include a guest list of up to 40 people — often immediate family and super-close friends only. Though tiny in guest count, a Microwedding differs from a Miniwedding. Think of a Microwedding as a cross between an elopement and a big, traditional wedding—and it might just be the perfect compromise to suit your style.

“More is not always necessarily more,” says renowned event planner Stefanie Cove. “A Microwedding is for the couple who wants to really focus and spend the majority of their budget on the smaller details, whereas it might be difficult to replicate the same experience for, say, 200 guests. Couples can certainly save money by going the route of Microweddings, though many decide to spend their full budget. Only on less people.”

If a smaller, more intimate ceremony in the setting of your choice sounds like a dream, Weddings A Go-Go may be just the right choice for you. Visit their website to learn more and see all of the available packages. BBM

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GVTC and The GVTC Foundation Award $200,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

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One of the most rewarding contributions The GVTC Foundation makes to the community is its scholarships. The students in our service area are the next generation of leaders for our communities, and The GVTC Foundation believes it is crucial to invest in their futures. The GVTC Foundation granted $45,000 in scholarships this year to three graduating seniors in GVTC’s service area.

With the help of the New Braunfels Area Community Foundation (NBACF), the three deserving recipients were selected from a vast pool of applicants. The competition was extensive, but so were the accomplishments of each selected candidate.

Recipient of the $25,000 Ritchie T. Sorrells Scholarship for Leaders Abigail Martin demonstrated her extraordinary leadership skills through multiple roles within FFA, 4-H, BEST Robotics, and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. She plans to attend Bowdoin College and major in Political Science. After college, she hopes to become a lobbyist for animal rights and food sustainability.

Recipient of the $15,000 Ola Armstrong Scholarship for Volunteerism Nicolas Siller showed his incredible community involvement through Boy Scouts of America, Hill Country, and San Antonio Youth Birders Club, and Life Teen at St. Peter's Catholic Church. He will attend The University of Texas at Austin in the fall and plans to obtain a degree in Architecture with a minor in economics or business. After graduation, Nicolas plans to attend graduate school and use all opportunities available to prepare for a career in urban planning and design.

Recipient of the $5,000 Vocational/Technical Scholarship Sarah Robles demonstrated her commitment and determination to continue her education. She plans to attend Texas Tech University and study to become a dental hygienist.

GVTC Scholarships for Deserving Students As a cooperative, GVTC is in a unique position to award scholarships throughout its communities from funds remaining from its Capital Credits program. Each year, GVTC awards these excess funds to high school students in need.

In 2022, GVTC will disperse $155,000 to sixtytwo high school seniors nominated by their school’s faculty and staff worth $2,500 each. Congratulations, and good luck to all the scholarship recipients in their much-deserved success and future endeavors.BBM boernebusinessmonthly.com

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Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce April/May 2022 Ribbon Cuttings

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) serves as the governing board for the regional workforce system, a network of service providers and contractors that brings people and jobs together. They represent the taxpayers of the 13-county Alamo region that includes Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, McMullen, Medina and Wilson counties. Their key executives, staff and board members reflect the diverse constituencies of the regional community: business, economic development, education, labor, community organizations, and government. For more info, check out their website, call (830)249-9229 or stop by at 124 E. Bandera Suite 401 in Boerne.

Candles by Scentaholics has been bringing amazing scents and beautiful décor into homes since 2019! They offer hand crafted soy candles, using only 100% U.S. grown soy wax. This wax offers a longer lasting candle, and a cleaner burn. Besides hand poured candles, they also have items such as wax melts, car perfumes, handmade lip balm, reed diffusers and more! Located right here in Boerne, you can even bring your friends by for a candle workshop. For more info, visit Candles by Scentaholics’ website or give them a call at (830) 432-2258. Stop by 401 E. Blanco Rd. in Boerne to shop around!

Legacy Broker Group is a real estate brokerage headquartered in Boerne with offices and agents throughout the state of Texas. Legacy Broker Group is your premier source for real estate specializing in land, ranch, home and investment properties across the state. With years of experience and local knowledge, Legacy Broker Group will locate the finest properties and negotiate the best real estate deals to help your build your legacy. For inquiries, please call (830) 446-3378, go online, email them, or stop by 710 E. Blanco Rd. in Boerne to chat with some of the staff! Congrats Legacy Broker Group, we are so happy to have you as members!

Borrego Fine Jewelry is celebrating the grand opening of their new Boerne location! With an extensive background in the industry, The Borrego family brings the highest quality product and service to the Hill Country. From bridal jewelry, fashion jewelry, watches, custom pieces and more, Borrego Fine Jewelry has everything you could need for yourself or someone special.

To learn more about what they offer, give them a call at (830)331-7235, visit their website or stop by and see them at 1445 S. Main St., Suite 130 in Boerne!

Living Water Chiropractic kids and families understand the value of taking care of their nervous systems and feel empowered to live beautiful, healthy, and vibrant lives. They strongly believe in your body’s uniquely designed innate ability to heal itself from the inside out and to adapt to the world around you. They offer prenatal adjustments, pediatric chiropractic treatments, and teen/adult adjustments in a safe, comfortable environment. If you’re interested in learning more about Living Water Chiropractic services and office, feel free to contact them at (830) 331-2801, go online, and they are located at 1022 River Rd. Ste. #7 in Boerne!

Freedom Spine & Pain Center brings passion to their industry.They use a holistic approach to address what might be the underlying cause of a patient’s symptoms. These physicians get to know each and every patient personally so they can offer an individualized plan. With locations in San Antonio, Kerrville and Boerne, Freedom Spine & Pain Center is expanding their reach in the Hill Country. To learn more, go to their website or call (210) 920-8945. Freedom Spine & Pain Center is located at 1002 E. Blanco Rd. Ste. B in Boerne.

Boerne Vision Center is celebrating their 1 year anniversary in Fair Oaks! They decided to expand locations after being the preferred provider of personalized vision exams in Boerne since 2012. Through integrity and professionalism, they provide caring, comprehensive eye and vision health services, a wide variety of quality products and an experience that will surpass your expectations. From your eye exam, to purchasing glasses and contacts, and everything in between, Boerne Vision Center is here to guide you through the process with ease and comfortability! To schedule your next appointment, or to learn more about what they offer, check out their website, call (830) 331-8745 or stop by and visit them at 27511 I-10 Ste. 401 in Boerne.

The Red Dirt Roadshow is making its way to Boerne!

We are so excited for their first show here in The Hill Country, the first of many. This Red Dirt Roadshow music revival will transform arenas and venues into homegrown honkytonks as they roll into town. The Red Dirt Roadshow put on an amazing concert with Stoney LaRue, Cody Canada & the Departed, and Holly Beth, at The Kendall County Fairgrounds on May 14th. Thank you Jenny and the J.Forks Designs team for hosting the ribbon cutting and helping us kick off the Red Dirt Roadshow. Stop by J.Forks Designs for all your outfit needs for both men & women!

Located in the Boerne Independent School District (Boerne ISD), The Alamo Colleges District Northwest Education Training Center will provide education and services to Boerne and the northwest region of San Antonio. The new 42,000-square-foot multi-use building will be capable of supporting technical and academic programs and services for the community. The newly designed building was designed with flexibility in mind for future Smart Growth! Learn more about Alamo Colleges District by going to their website! Help us in congratulating Alamo Colleges in this huge accomplishment and project!

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Solo Web Solutions help business owners increase the number of qualified leads they get using a combination of web design and online marketing. She spent over 5 years developing a unique system that addresses all four pillars of business growth from lead generation to client retention. It is called the Power SALE System. To learn more about this system, check out Solo Web Solutions’ website or call Cheryl at (210) 796-0208.

It’s time to throw one-size-fits-all workouts out the window! Octane Personal Training is prescriptive training at its best. They remove the guesswork by providing direction, accountability and support people need to stay consistent in their health routines.

Get a free workout by heading to their website. Stop by and visit Octane Personal Training at 23702 IH-10 W. Suite 102 in San Antonio or call (210) 201-6954 to learn more!

ASEA REDOX is here to help you build the healthy life you deserve! ASEA REDOX is a cell signaling supplement that activates the genes that improve immune health, maintain a healthy inflammatory response, maintain cardiovascular health, and more! To learn more about ASEA REDOX’s mission, the technology, or to request a consultation, head to their website or call (210) 215-7430.

Davison Insurance has been serving the Hill Country for 40 years! They provide friendly service and affordable insurance, all under one roof! Their dedicated staff are extremely knowledgeable. They have options for all your insurance needs including farm and ranching, auto, vacation homes, small businesses, home, manufactured homes and more!

For more info on Davison Insurance Agency, visit their website or call (830) 249-6112. Congrats on 40 years, Davison Insurance! We can’t wait to see where the next 40 take you.

The Dental Assisting School of San Antonio North is the place to go to become a dental assistant! In just 13 weeks, you’ll have a career that provides job security, excellent pay, and a professional work atmosphere. They offer a short, 13 week program, small class sizes, professional instructors, unique hands-on experiences, flexible class times and reasonable tuition rates. If you’re interested in learning more about Dental Assisting School of San Antonio North, tuition, or their team, check out their website or call them at (210) 339-2289.

Mobility Medical Equipment is a home medical equipment retail store. Mobility Medical Equipment sells everything from walking canes to scooters, power wheelchairs and power lift recliners. They also rent a variety of items if you’re not looking to permanently buy. They price match most higher end products from large online competitors and even offer repairs and delivery. Mobility’s staff has almost 40 combined years of experience in DME and their original San Antonio location has a 5 star rating on Google! Check out their website or give them a call at (210) 745-0054 for more information!

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