February 2015 - The Business Lifestyle Magazine Digital Edition by Fort Bend Business Journal

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Spotlight on UT Health Michael Sudhalter Editor

wo Thousand and Fifteen is in full swing, and hopefully, those New Year’s Resolutions you made a few weeks ago are still going strong. If it’s a health-related resolution, hopefully, Valentine’s Day chocolate won’t tempt you too much. As we enter February, we look at the importance of ever-improving technology in our lives – from finding travel directions to enhancing the way we communicate with our friends and family members. Business Journal contributor Subhrata Barot visited with the staff and faculty at UT Health in Houston to discuss how technology isn’t just enhancing lives – it’s saving them. Nursing students are learning skills that highlight “evidence-based patient care” and many of their graduates proudly represent their alma mater at some of the top hospitals in the Medical Center – and throughout the Houston area. In addition to Barot’s story on UT Health, we have an exciting February edition for you. • Great Harvest Bread Company opened last month in Sugar Land, and is now proudly serving its customers. • Kudos to the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce on achieving five-star accreditation with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. • Riverstone, a Johnson Development property, continues to throw as one of America’s top-rated master planned communities. Sincerely, Michael

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Kolbe Curtice CCIM, CLS Managing Director – Colliers International | Fort Bend

Becky Munnell President and CEO Blue Jungle Marketing

Jacqueline Baly President and CEO Baly Projects, LLC

Alan Sandersen Certified Public Accountant Sandersen Knox & Co. L.L.P.

Dee Koch Grant Officer The George Foundation

Tim Stubenrouch President First Community Bank

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Inside Stories The heart truth — free heart health screenings at HMSL Hospital................................6 U.S. Chamber awards the Fort Bend Chamber with 5-Star Accreditation................8 When your home was built, did the contractor lay the foundation based on a plan or a guess?.......................................................................................................9 New Great Harvest Bread Co. celebrating grand opening in Sugar Land ............10 SuperSlow Zone — Improved Body Shape......................................................................11 New ownership at Missouri City Storage welcomes U-Haul.......................................12 Medwin Family Medicine & Rehab —Healthcare for the entire family.....................13 Business Mentors lead FBISD male students through Rites of Passage...............14 Riverstone maintains no. 4 Rank among nation’s top communities........................15 Retired NFL Star hosts 5k to Celebrate Life of Twin Brother & Raise Sickle Cell Awareness...............................................................................................16 Skeeters and SABR Hot Stove Banquet, HABCA Awards announced..................18 Ribbon Cutting - The Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance.........................................21 Dr. Desai joins Houston Methodist Podiatry Associates...............................................26 David Crowl named Vice President Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce ...............28 CommunityBank of Texas supports Women’s Center with pledge of $2,500......44

PRESIDENT Michael Fredrickson PUBLISHER Jonathan McElvy ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Frank Vasquez EDITOR Michael Sudhalter ACCOUNTING Lisa Long ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Diane Strehl John Sazma Delvina Palacios Jessica Kij PRODUCTION MANAGER Joey Belleza GRAPHIC DESIGNER / WEB Jan Carlo Arcillas

Departments Newsworthy................................................................. 20-21 Names in the News...................................................... 26-29 Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Newsletter............ 30-33 Data Beat..................................................................... 34-37 Service Directory........................................................ 38-41 Meet & Eat - Food, Drink & Entertainment Guide.................................................. 42-43

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The heart truth — free heart health screenings at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital first place. You can do that by managing risk factors: Reduce high blood pressure or cholesterol levels, quit smoking, lost weight if overweight or obese, and lead an active lifestyle. “The combination of living healthier, knowing your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers and taking medication if you need to is the formula for prevention,” Dr. Smith said.

hink of your heart as your body’s delivery system. It pumps out the good stuff—oxygenated and nutrientrich blood—to every inch of you via a network of arteries. But heart disease throws a wrench into things. “The most common form, coronary heart disease, is the No. 1 cause of death for both men and women in most countries,” said Dr. Toussaint Smith, board-certified cardiologist with Methodist Sugar Land Cardiology Associates. Coronary artery disease starts with artery damage caused by smoking, high blood pressure or a number of other factors. The damage triggers the buildup of plaque, which narrows the arteries and limits blood flow to the heart. If the heart can’t get the oxygen and nutrients it needs, it struggles to function properly. Worse yet, plaque can break loose and form a clot, causing a heart attack when blood supply is cut off. The best way to beat coronary artery disease? Never get it in the

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Heart Basics. The pulmonary artery carries blood out to the lungs, where it is oxygenated. The pulmonary veins transport the oxygen-rich blood back to the heart. The aorta then distributes this oxygenated blood to the rest of the body. Once depleted of oxygen, blood returns to the heart and the process restarts. • Aortic stenosis. When it comes to the arteries, the aorta is the main work horse. This main artery is responsible for carrying most of the blood to the body. In a condition called aortic stenosis, calcium deposits can build up in the aortic valve, causing it to narrow and limit blood flow. • Atrial fibrillation. In people with atrial fibrillation, the heart’s upper chambers beat erratically, causing an irregular pulse. When left untreated, it can double the risk of a heart-related death and dramatically increase the chance of having a stroke. • Heart failure. In some cases, the heart struggles to pump enough blood to the body. Heart failure is measured by ejection fraction (EF), the percentage of blood pushed out with each heartbeat. An EF under 40 may indicate heart failure. • Cardiomyopathy is a disease that causes the heart muscle to become enlarged or stiff. Both blood flow and maintaining a regular heartbeat become tough tasks. The condition can be inherited, or it can surface because of another medical condition, such as high blood pressure. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Toussaint Smith or another cardiologist at Methodist Sugar Land Cardiology Associates, simply go to houstonmethodist.org/online-scheduling or call 281.491.6808.

FREE HEART HEALTH SCREENINGS Join us on Thursday, February 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Conference Center to learn your 10-year risk for heart disease and receive cholesterol and blood pressure screenings. Screenings are by appointment only, followed by an opportunity to speak to our specialists. Registration required. Register online at houstonmethodist.org/events or call 281.274.7500.

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WEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE LEADING HEART CARE SO YOU CAN LEAD A HEALTHY LIFE. Our world-class cardiologists have been pioneering innovations in heart care ever since Dr. Michael DeBakey revolutionized heart treatment at Houston Methodist more than 60 years ago. We have built a legacy of leading cardiovascular medicine by providing patients access to the most advanced procedures, no matter how routine or complex the condition. Take your first step toward a healthier heart. Visit houstonmethodist.org/online-scheduling to schedule your appointment online with one of our leading cardiologists. Two convenient locations: Methodist Diagnostic Cardiology of Houston 16651 SW Frwy., Ste. 400 Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.275.0330

Methodist Sugar Land Cardiology Associates 3527 Town Center Blvd. S. Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.491.6808

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce awards the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation

he United States Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. With 7,077 chambers in the United States, 207 of these are accredited with only 82 receiving a 5-Star designation. Accreditation terms are valid for five years. By earning Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a chamber shows its dedication to: • Reviewing, improving, and promoting strong business practices • Recognizing leadership and outstanding contributions to the community • Supporting the principles of free enterprise and promoting pro-growth policies at federal, state, and local levels • Establishing best practices and staying in-step with industry changes “Accreditation validates a chamber as having programs that benefit their local economy and for positively influencing action in their community,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, U.S. Chamber Executive Director of Political Affairs and Federation Relations. “We applaud these organizations for advancing the principles of free enterprise.” Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. In order to receive

Accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in their operations and programs, including areas of governance, government affairs, and technology. This extensive review and audit can take 6-9 months to complete. 5-Star Accreditation is awarded to those chambers that have gone above and beyond the minimum standards. “Being recognized as one of the top chambers in the nation is a significant honor. We are extremely proud to be the only 5-Star chamber in the Greater Houston region. Meeting the highest standards in the industry shows that we have established the necessary processes and measures to bring value to our membership,” said Keri Schmidt, President and CEO of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. “This achievement would not be possible without the support of our members and the leaders in our community, as well as Keri Schmidt President & CEO the fantastic culture and team we have established within the Chamber office. The 5-Star designation illuminates Fort Bend County as a place with a thriving economy and community, a place that the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is proud to represent and be a part of.” Local chambers are rated Accredited,

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3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as either Accredited State Chamber or Accredited State Chamber with Distinction. The final determination is made by the Accrediting Board, a committee of U.S. Chamber board members. “I have been a member of many good chambers through the years but never have I experienced the level of commitment evident within the Fort Bend Chamber,” said Glenn Smith, Chairman of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, “ Becoming a 5-Star Accredited Chamber says it all! It demonstrates the commitment of the Board, the staff, and the members themselves. I’m grateful to be one of the many Chamber members who make this an extraordinary organization, and I share this honor with them.” The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is the largest single county chamber in the Houston region. More than 1200 companies and organization, small to large, know that “Success is Just Around the Bend” at the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Membership provides measurable benefits, along with access and influence in a dynamic business climate. As the voice and advocate for business excellence, the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is a catalyst for economic prosperity, tourism and community involvement.

When your home was built, did the contractor lay the foundation based on a plan or a guess?

hy should the foundation for your retirement plan be laid any differently? At the start of the New Year, everyone wants to predict what the market will do for the year. Keep in mind that anyone’s prediction is really just their best guess. Is that the type of foundation that you’d like to lay for your retirement home? Planning is the key to long-term success in any field. It’s no different in the retirement planning field – the most solid plans (or homes) are built on solid foundations rather than guesses. When you invest in a prediction, you are taking a risk on someone’s best guess. Based off the historical data of highs and lows in the market, long-term projection for sustainability is risky business. Wouldn’t you prefer to have an advisor who will help you create a realistic income plan to last as long as your retirement does? Predictions look at numbers and research (at least we hope that they do!). At Roberts Wealth Management, you are more than just a number. You are a person who has worked hard and deserves the best. For us, planning consists of finding out who you are, what you want and need, and then finding tools to make sure you that you reach your goal. Your goal may be to travel, spend more time with family, volunteer, start a new business, or simply have more leisure time. Having a solid foundation for retirement income helps you to reach any of these goals.

As my father (and, the founder of our company), Paul Roberts, would say, “at Roberts Wealth Management, we’re into planning, not predictions.” Our 3-Step Review (Taxes, Income, and Risk) helps us lay the foundation to fiercely protect your retirement income so you can live the life that you want. Our interest lies in learning about you and your family, educating you about your current situation, and presenting a plan that will help you reach your goals. The bottom line is that we enjoy planning with our April R. Roberts, J.D. clients so that they can leave our office with a confident smile because they know that they have a solid foundation for their retirement home. We understand that finding the right advisor for you isn’t easy. Give us a call or send us an email to request the 5 Important Questions to Ask any Financial Advisor to aid in your search. And, do yourself and your family a favor by coming in for a second opinion on your retirement plan. We’re happy to answer the five questions for you!

At Roberts Wealth Management, we realize that you have worked hard for your money. We will work just as hard to help you protect and grow it. Call now for a complimentary 3-Step Review 1600 Highway 6, Suite 280 Sugar Land, TX 77478 (281) 277-0645 www.robertswealth.com DISCLOSURES Investment advice is offered by Horter Investment Management, LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Insurance and annuity products are sold separately through April R. Roberts. Securities transactions for Horter Investment Management clients are placed through Pershing Advisor Solutions, Trust Company of America, Jefferson National Monument Advisor, Fidelity, Security Benefit Life, ED&F Man Capital Markets and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. “We believe the sources to be reliable, however, the accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. In the event of any discrepancy, the sponsor's valuation shall prevail. Performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares when redeemed may be worth more or less than original cost. The values represented in the report may not reflect the true original cost of the client's initial investment.”

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New Great Harvest Bread Co. celebrating grand opening in Sugar Land Locally owned whole grain bakery will offer fresh breads, sweets, and made-to-order sandwiches

ugar Land residents can enjoy freshly baked, handcrafted breads, goodies, and fresh-made sandwiches. Local owners Vijaianand Thirunageswaram and Arunadevi Vijaianand opened a Great Harvest Bread Company franchise in Sugar Land last month. The bakery mills premium wheat berries from the Golden Triangle in Montana on site each day to ensure freshness and flavor in all of their products. The new bakery will be located at 3344 Highway 6 S., next to Randalls at Williams Trace Blvd. “We are excited for our new journey to become entrepreneurs and local business owners while providing high quality products for our friends and neighbors,” Thirunageswaram, who goes by “Vijai” and lives in the area with his wife, Aruna. “ The bakery offers a rotation of specialty breads in like Cinnamon Chip, Hummus, Anadama, Cheddar Garlic, High Five Fiber with Fruit, Popeye, and Dakota in addition to their signature Honey Whole Wheat, which is crafted from five simple ingredients: water, honey, flour, salt, and yeast. The bread also does not contain preservatives, additives or dough conditioners. “We fell in love with Great Harvest bread when we first laid hands on it while visiting cousins in Columbus, Ohio,” Aruna said. “We immediately decided that we should bring this wonderfully awesome tasting bread to our community.” Great Harvest offers a flavorful sandwich menu and serve lunch daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Menu items includes: Big Sky Chicken Salad, Baja Chipotle Turkey,

Local owners Vijaianand Thirunageswaram and Arunadevi Vijaianand opened Great Harvest Bread Company in Sugar Land last month.

Chimichurri Roast Beef, Ham and Swiss, and Three Seed Hummus Veggie sandwich options. The sandwich special of the month is the Portobello Banh Mi which is made with roasted Portobello mushrooms, marinated in soy, sesame, ginger, and garlic topped with a sesame lime sriracha mayo, shaved cabbage, carrots, cilantro, and pickled red onions. All sandwiches are served on freshly baked bread – the outside is as good as the inside! In addition to handcrafted breads and sandwiches, customers can enjoy Ham & Cheese and Parmesan & Black Pepper Biscuits on the go for breakfast or choose from a variety of scones, cookies, and muffins will be available daily as well. Cookie options include Oatmeal Raisin, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Sugar Land, Salted Carmel and Snickerdoodle; scone options include Berry Cream Cheese and Peach Cream Cheese. Other goodies such as Biscotti, Brownies, Harvest bars and Savannah Bars will also be available. Great Harvest will feature fresh ground February 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

mixes that make great gifting options, are easy for children to help make, and taste delicious. Available mixes at opening will include pancake mix, Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix, Corn Bread Mix Cinnamon Raisin Cereal Mix, dog treats and Groovy Granola. Ideal breakfast options include Ham and Cheese and Parmesan and Black Pepper biscuits. “Our goal is to create a fun and inviting atmosphere, and offer customers fresh, great tasting and healthy foods,” says Vijai. “We expect to offer outdoor café seating in addition to our spacious indoor seating so families and friends can meet for coffee or enjoy breakfast and lunch together!” The bakery’s oven and kneading tables is visible from the café seating area, and free wireless Internet access isavailable. Catering orders for offices or events will also be an option. “We truly believe in the company’s mission statement of ‘Be loose and have fun. Bake phenomenal bread. Run fast to help customers. And, give generously to others,’” adds Vijai. “We look forward to implementing this vision into our bakery and giving back to local charities in the community.” Originally founded in 1976 in Great Falls, Mont., Great Harvest has more than 200 bakeries located throughout the nation including Alaska and Hawaii. All bakeries are individually owned and operated, and no two are alike. Great Harvest is known for handcrafted breads made with freshly ground whole wheat purchased from family-owned farms. The neighborhood bakeries create an array of legendary fresh-baked breads and sweets, as well as specialty items during the holidays. Great Harvest mills its whole wheat daily. The fresh flour is used within two days to guarantee the best taste and nutritional value. The bakery will be open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.GreatHarvest SugarLand.com or follow the bakery on Facebook at “Great Harvest Bread Sugar Land, Texas.”

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New ownership at Missouri City Storage welcomes U-Haul

verything is bigger in Texas, and Missouri City Storage is one of the biggest storage facilities southwest of Houston with 510 units. It’s fitting then that Missouri City Storage has partnered with the biggest name in moving – U-Haul – to offer truck, trailer and cargo van rental, as well as moving supplies. Conveniently located at 2427 Texas Parkway, Missouri City Storage is surrounded by residential neighborhoods and easy to access. Hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-noon Sunday. Reserve U-Haul items here by visiting http://www.uhaul.com/Locations/TruckRentals-near-Missouri-City-TX or calling (281) 969-1164 today. Julie Farrar and Heath Edwards are the new owners of Missouri City Storage and were quick to listen to store/area manager Justin Pieper when he explained how beneficial an affiliation with U-Haul had been for the previous owners.

Pieper said that his U-Haul trucks and vans has been rented frequently and the store has enjoyed significantly more foot traffic since becoming a U-Haul neighborhood dealer – something that is particularly beneficial during the winter when there is a slump in storage rentals. Since the only other U-Haul neighborhood dealer in Missouri City is on the other side of town, there is a chance for Missouri City Storage to attract a loyal customer base for its moving needs. Missouri City Storage strives to be active in its community. Its staff recently helped the Houston Inferno, a semiprofessional woman’s basketball team, with a charity car wash. Missouri City Storage also is a great place to become U-Haul Famous. Take your picture in front of a U-Haul product, send it in and your face could land on the side of a U-Haul truck. Upload your photo through Instagram using #uhaulfamous, or go to www. uhaulfamous.com to submit photos and learn more.

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will find dresses, tops, denim, swimwear and more at incredible prices. During the grand reopening weekend, shoppers can participate in “Pick a Treat,” where they will be able to pick a piece of candy with a range of prizes inside including coupons for 10% - 50% off merchandise and more. Throughout the weekend, Lane Bryant will also be holding a drawing for 10 $25 gift cards. Lane Bryant is located near Ross and Off Broadway Shoes.

Medwin Family Medicine & Rehab — Healthcare for the entire family

ith so many physicians and family doctors nowadays, many people are unsure of whom to go and see, who provides everything or anything they may possibly need, and first and foremost, who is the best in the field. At MEDWIN FAMILY MEDICINE & REHAB we take great pride in standing behind our belief that our patients not only deserve our undivided attention, but we cannot measure the time we dedicate to each and every one of them. Dr. Manjula Raguthu and her staff have been thoroughly trained in Pediatrics, General Medicine and Gynecology, thus allowing them to encompass a tremendous amount of

General Medicine. A Family Practitioner provides preventative care and diagnosis/ treatment of common medical problems. Patients can be seen in an office or hospital setting. For the majority of medical problems, your Family Practitioner can help.

knowledge, expertise and empathy in understanding how an illness may curtail their day to day activities. MEDWIN FAMILY MEDICINE & REHAB is committed to promoting health and preventing disease to patients of all ages. Our mission is to provide overall wellness with preventative care and maintaining long term health, with early detection and management of disease. Pediatrics. A Family Practitioner can provide care immediately following birth, both in and out of the hospital. In addition to evaluation and treatment of illness, this care includes routine well care (focusing on growth and development) and immunizations. Continuity of care is provided through adolescence and into adulthood.

Gynecology. A Family Practitioner can provide this specialized care, which includes routine gynecologic exams, pap testing, contraception, cancer screening and prevention, and treatment of common gynecologic problems. Don’t wait another minute if you feel the onset of an illness, call MEDWIN FAMILY MEDICINE & REHAB at 832-532-0040 where the quality of your health is our main concern. 1235 Lake Pointe Parkway, Ste,103, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Visit www.medwinfamily.com.

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Business Mentors lead Fort Bend ISD male students through Rites of Passage

reparing male students for life beyond high school was the focus of this year’s Young Men’s Leadership Conference, held December 5 at Minute Maid. Sponsored by Junior Achievement, in conjunction with Fort Bend ISD and Minute Maid, the annual event provided more than 60 male students with a “rites of passage” experience that not only encouraged them to strive for success, but taught them basic life lessons that will help them transition to adulthood. Among the community and business leaders to address the students on life issues were: Dr. Charles Dupre, FBISD Superintendent of Schools; Larry Washington and Ouyon Bernard of Junior Achievement, Bruce Flowers of Phillips 66, Jay Barnett of the Me-We Project, and Moriah Chatman of 76. Dr. Dupre shared his background and spoke of the challenges he faced growing up in an orphanage as a child. “I mention this to let you know where I came from and where I am today,” said Dr. Dupre. “I learned early on that education is important to be successful in life. No matter what your circumstances are, you can overcome them and be successful.”

I learned early on that education is important to be successful in life. No matter what your circumstances are, you can overcome them and be successful. — Dr. Charles Dupre FBISD Superintendent

Pictured (from left to right) are: Bush High School students Cullin Nwaogu and Prince Njoku, speaker Jay Barnett of J. Barnett Enterprise, Larry Washington of Junior Achievement; Bruce Flowers, Phillips 66; and Marshall High School students Rodney Robinson, Gavin Williams and Jacoby Jenkins.

Dr. Dupre also encouraged the students to listen to the advice of their parents, teachers, preachers and other adult mentors who have their best interest at heart. “I promise you that in the end, it’s worth it.” Former NFL player and founder of the Me-We Project Jay Barnett delivered a high-energy presentation that provoked laughter and self-reflection among students. In comparing life to boxing, Barnett said, “If you don’t practice and train for life, life will train you.” He spoke of how people can become distracted by negative influences, but reminded the students to be kings of their actions, language and ambitions. As a parting gift to all seniors attending the conference, Barnett presented them with autographed copies of his book, Finding Our Lost Kings and Queens. In addition to taking part in various February 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

presentations, the students also took part in a working lunch where they met one-onone with a mentor to discuss challenges they are facing in school and in moving forward beyond high school. When asked his thoughts about the conference, Bush High School student Rodolfo Garcia commented, “This was the best event. I am motivated to stay focused in school and become a good, young man.” Garcia also appreciated hearing the speakers’ advice on how to become successful in all areas of life. “Students from Bush High School and Marshall High School did an excellent job of representing what Fort Bend ISD is all about,” said Patrick Schultz, Assistant Principal at Bush High School. “The young men are leaders on their campuses and serve as role models to their peers.”

Riverstone maintains no. 4 Rank among nation’s top communities

iverstone has again been ranked No. 4 on two lists of the nation’s top-selling master-planned communities. The lists, compiled by independent research firms John Burns Real Estate Consulting and Robert Charles Lesser & Co. (RCLCO), has the Fort Bend community as the highest-ranked Texas development, with 719 homes sold last year. Riverstone was ranked No. 6 when the lists were released at this time last year and then moved up to No. 4 mid-year in a report by RCLCO. “Many new neighborhoods were opened last year and buyers looking for the perfect location to call home with high-end amenities continued to choose Riverstone,” said Trey Reichert, vice president and general manager of Riverstone. “In addition, opening The Club at Riverstone last year was a draw for buyers.” There were eight Texas communities earning a place on the national lists of top 20 developments. Three of those eight are projects of The Johnson Development Corp., the developer of Riverstone. “2015 already is shaping up to be another successful year,” Reichert said. “Builders have already opened new model homes and new neighborhoods are selling quick.” Nineteen builders offer designs in Riverstone, with prices from the $300,000s to the millions. For more information on the Fort Bend development, visit www. riverstone.com.

With the number of new-home sales exceeding 700, Riverstone continues to be ranked No. 4 on national lists of top-selling master-planned communities. Riverstone was ranked first among the eight Texas developments on two lists, compiled by John Burns Real Estate Consulting and Robert Charles Lesser & Co. (RCLCO).

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Retired NFL Star hosts 5k to Celebrate Life of Twin Brother & Raise Sickle Cell Awareness Fifth Annual Darling Dash to take place Feb. 22

s One Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by retired NFL star and Austin High graduate Devard Darling in memory of the sickle cell-related death of his identical twin brother, Devaughn, will host its 5th Annual Darling Dash 5k on Feb. 23 at Constellation Field in Sugar Land. “It’s not every day you meet a young man like Devaughn, he was more than just a beast on the field. He was a friend to everyone he met and I miss him,” said Devard Darling, founder, As One Foundation. “There’s not one day that I don’t think about my brother, I look forward to bringing the same amount of joy and energy to the 5k as Devaughn brought into my life.” The 2015 Darling Dash marks the 14th anniversary of when Devaughn Darling lost his life at 18 due to exhaustion during football

I know how terrible it feels to lose someone you love and it pains me that my brother’s death could’ve easily been prevented if we were more informed about sickle cell. — Devard Darling Retired NFL

practice at Florida State University. The Darling brothers carry the sickle cell trait, which can be fatal when paired with physical rigor and lack of hydration. The 5k aims to raise awareness about the sickle cell trait and fund As One Foundation’s Operation Hydration program to prevent sports related deaths by encouraging hydration, especially in sickle cell trait carriers. Operation Hydration provides an annual training program to educate student athletes, high school coaches and related staff. Proceeds will also go to the foundation’s scholarship program. “I know how terrible it feels to lose someone you love and it pains me that my brother’s death could’ve easily been prevented if we were more informed about sickle cell,” Darling said. “My goal is that the As One Foundation will prevent tragedies like this from happening through awareness and support.” Early bird registration is open for the run until Feb. 15 at $25 (12 and under) and $35 (13 and up). Late registration is open through the race day at $30 and $40. The first 1000 finishers will receive medals. The event is intended to raise $10,000 and be an even bigger success than last year’s 5k, which raised over

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$22,000 and had 402 participants. According to the American Football Coaches Association, sickle cell related deaths are a leader in taking collegiate football players’ lives on the field in recent history. While the CDC estimates that 90,000 to 100,000 Americans are affected by sickle cell, deaths related to this disease are completely preventable. The mission of As One Foundation is to educate and increase awareness of sickle cell trait while encouraging youth to achieve their dreams in the face of life’s challenges. On Feb. 26, 2001, Devaughn Darling lost his life due to sickle cell disease coupled with exhaustion during spring football practice at Florida State University. His identical twin brother, Devard Darling, persevered after the tragedy. He became an NFL star, but his most noteworthy accomplishment was founding As One Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring Devaughn’s life while elevating awareness of sickle cell trait. For more information on As One Foundation visit, www. asonefoundation.org and @AsOneFoundation on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

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Skeeters and SABR Hot Stove Banquet, HABCA Awards announced

All-Greater Houston Preseason High School Baseball Team Selected; Ray Knoblauch Coaching Award Winner Revealed; Banquet Relocated to Constellation Field

he Sugar Land Skeeters and the Society of American Baseball Research, SABR, was hosted the Third Annual Skeeters Hot Stove Banquet on Thursday, Jan. 22 from 6-9 p.m. at Constellation Field. The Skeeters will honor the 16-member All-Greater Houston Preseason High School Baseball Players, as selected by the Houston Area Baseball Coaches Association. The HABCA has named Langham Creek High School Head Baseball Coach Armando Sedeno as the recipient of the 2015 Ray Knoblauch Coaching Award. 2015 All-Greater Houston Preaseason High School Baseball Team The HABCA announced the names of the 16-member All-Greater Houston Preseason High School Baseball Team. The 2015 honorees include: Tyler Rand, Langham Creek High School; Luken Baker, Oak Ridge High School; Ke’Bryan Hayes, Concordia Lutheran High School; Pablo Salazar, Lutheran South Academy High School; Cade Edwards, Second Baptist High School; Baylor Rowlett, College Station High School; Anthony Pagano, Atascocita High School;

Kody Clemens, Memorial High School; Riley Gossett, Cypress Ranch High School; Jacob Simon, Ball High School; Ryan Newman, Brenham High School; Jordan Hicks, Cypress Creek High School; Chris Andritsos, Woodlands High School; Alex Shaver, George Ranch High School; Will Gaus, The Kinkaid School; Zack Esquivel, Clear Creek High School. “We are so proud to be able to recognize this significant achievement for these high school seniors during the Hot Stove Banquet,” said David Sitton, former president of the Houston Area Baseball Coaches Association. “The hard work and dedication of these student athletes to the game of baseball is something to be celebrated.” 2015 Ray Knoblauch Coaching Award The Ray Knoblauch Coaching Award is given by the HABCA to one deserving high school baseball coach who has devoted his life to the development of baseball programs in the Houston area. Langham Creek’s Armando Sedeno has been awarded the honor this year, having led the school to a Class 5A State Championship title in 2014. With the win, Sedeno achieved his 500th career victory. Sedeno, a Lubbock High School graduate, played baseball for Ranger Junior College, New Mexico Highlands University and Lubbock Christian University. He began his coaching career with the Langham Creek Lobos in 1990 after spending time with Victoria ISD, Brownfield and Spring Westfield high schools. The Banquet will include a candid guest panel featuring former Major Leaguer and February 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

Skeeters Manager Gary Gaetti, as well as Houston Astros Legend Larry Dierker. Special Advisor to the Skeeters and former president and GM of the Houston Astros Tal Smith will also be present on the panel. The Skeeters will also hold a silent auction benefiting the Skeeters Foundation, helping promote youth education and health while giving funds to help related projects or experiences for the diverse, youth populations of those undeserved in the Houston area. The 2015 Hot Stove event was originally scheduled to be hosted at Sugar Land Marriott Town Square but has recently moved back to Constellation Field. Individual tickets for the Third Annual Hot Stove Banquet may be purchased for $75. Tables of 10 are also available for the dinner, listed for $750. For more information on reserving tables and tickets, please call 281.207.9136. For more information about the banquet, please contact the Skeeters main office at 281.240.4487 or visit the team’s website at SugarLandSkeeters.com. The Sugar Land Skeeters are led by former Major Leaguer Gary Gaetti and play at Constellation Field, a state-of-the art stadium located at the intersection of State Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 90A in Sugar Land. The Skeeters play 140 regular season games in the Atlantic League, considered the highest level of Minor League Baseball. Atlantic League players are “Major League ready” and in the last 16 years, over 600 players have graduated from Atlantic League clubs to Major League organizations, making the League a preferred route for experienced players to be scouted by Major League Baseball.

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Eclipse Soccer raises money for Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Once again, Eclipse Soccer had a shirt sale/drive for Breast Cancer Awareness. They created pink t-shirts for their club and sold them to their community, families, players, etc. A portion of the amount raised from sales of the Eclipse Pink shirts (the ones held up on either side), was then donated back to the Memorial Hermann Foundation. Paul Rossetti, Eclipse President said, “With over 2,000 member families in the Sugar Land and Missouri City communities, it is our responsibility to join the local efforts to support breast cancer research and awareness. We are proud of the efforts of several of our players and employees to sell pink kick cancer t-shirts.”

Front row, left to right: Max Roden (holding pink shirt), Grace Rossetti, Claire Johnson, Victor Barroso, Sarah Johnson, and Owen Rossetti (holding pink shirt), Two kids in the back: Nick Nemry (left) and Ethan Beyer (right), Adults in the back, left to right: Steven Ramirez (Memorial Hermann Sugar Land), Dr. Michael Kent (UT Physicians – Orthopedics), and Paul Rossetti (President, Eclipse)

The Fort Bend Education Foundation presents una bella notte... its 22nd Annual Moonlight Masquerade in Venice Gala The Fort Bend Education Foundation’s Moonlight Masquerade in Venice, presented by Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP, will be a magical, mystical, moonlit ball that is sure to be the event of the season. This elegant and refined evening will occur on Feb. 28 at the Sugar Land Marriott hotel. Dress in your most regal jewel tone attire that reflects off the glistening Venetian waterways. Don your favorite bejeweled mask for ultimate intrigue. Be mysterious as you mix and mingle with Fort Bend’s finest in support of our children’s education. Enjoy fabulous fair and enchanting entertainment as you cruise the waterways. Get your Venetian vibe going as you glide, swish and sway to music from the band Password. Gondola on over to the silent auction and bid board area for a myriad of must have items. The highlight of the evening will be the unmatched bidding on the live auction items. Place a bid yourself or band together with friends as masked marauders for more buying power. The tantalizing auction items and packages will be auctioned off by none other than James Patterson. Don’t mask your bidding enthusiasm! Venture into a whole new world at the Moonlight Masquerade in Venice. Experience all that the night has to offer while basking in the moonlight as you dine, dance and bid the night away. For table sponsorships, individual tickets, or auction donations, please visit www.fortbendisd.com/foundation.

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Fort Bend Education Foundation Gala Underwriters will enjoy una bella notte! (Sitting L-R) Gala Co-Chairs Mary Ahner and Sonal Bhuchar. (Standing L-R) Ron Bailey-PBK, Lina Sabouni-AUTOARCH Architects, Jonathan Pursch-Frost Bank, Vijay Bhuchar, Marty Garza-Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, Carol Voelkel-UnitedHealthcare, Mike Siwierka-Title Sponsor Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP.

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Johnson Development lands three Houston-area Communities on list of nation’s top sellers Three Houston-area communities by The Johnson Development Corp., including two in Fort Bend, rank among the nation’s top-20 best-sellers for 2014, according to a report by John Burns Real Estate Consulting, an independent research provider and consulting firm. This marks the second consecutive year the Houston-based developer has landed more communities on the list than any other developer in the nation. Riverstone (#4), the top seller among Houston-area communities with 719 new home sales in 2014, joins the Montgomery County master-planned community of Woodforest (#19 with 417 new home sales) and the Fort Bend master-planned community of Cross Creek Ranch (#20 with 411 new home sales) on the top-selling list. “We have been blessed to be in a great real estate market and it was another strong year for our communities both in terms of relocations from across the country and local

buyer interest,” notes Doug Goff, Chief Operating Officer of The Johnson Development Corp. 2015 will present a number of new challenges and opportunities for The Johnson Development Corp., Goff adds, as the company embarks on the development of the newly named Grand Central Park in Montgomery County, Harvest Green on the Grand Parkway in Fort Bend County and The Village of Sawmill Lake, the new-

est village in Sienna Plantation. Goff also expects sales momentum to continue in Johnson Development’s other Houston-area master-planned communities of Imperial, Harmony, Fall Creek, Tuscan Lakes, Willow Creek Farms and Edgewater. The west Houston master-planned community of Cross Creek Ranch, one of two Fort Bend communities by The Johnson Development Corp. to rank among the nation’s top20 best sellers for 2014.

RIBBON CUTTING Club Dolce – the community’s private resident center - is the centerpiece of the action - where neighbors can gather to visit, work out, catch up on business, be challenged at basketball or video games or just relax. Dolce Living also means excitement at your doorstep, shopping and restaurants a short stroll away and freeway accessibility in less than a minute. Dolce Living truly is ‘The Sweet Life’! Front row, left to right: Lorenzo Lerma (Lawrence Lerma Construction Co.), Tom Wilson (Reading Rd. Professional Office), Chycas Baldwin (Asst. Mgr Dolce Living), Angela Schmitz (Mgr. Dolce Living), Jodie Bruce (Dolce Living), Anthony L. Francis (A.L. Francis & Associates), Janet Scudder,CPA. Back Row, left to right: Jimmy Lin (Costco), Lexi Scarber (Costco), Vesna Anic (Delatorem Inc.), Jeremy Heath (City of Rosenberg). Robinson Tax and Financial Services offers quality insurance that’s affordable and provides easy access for you and your family, and are committed to helping you with all your insurance needs, home, auto, commercial and more. Robinson Tax & Insurance, 601 Austin St., Richmond, Tx 77469. Front Row/left to right: Kay Garrett (Absolutely Focus), Tom Wilson (Reading Rd Professional Office), Brittany Robinson (Robinson Tax & Ins), Obdulia SierraRobinson, Andre Robinson Jr, Anthony L. Francis (A.L Francis & Associates), Janice Perry (Good Cents), Jeana Manrique (Verita’s Foot and Ankle), Angie Cervantes (Robinson Tax & Ins). Back Row/left to right: Carlos Garcia (CJ’s Insurance Agency), Tiffany Pace (Sweet Life Distribution), Christopher Turrubiate, Andre Robinson, Janet Scudder, CPA; Vesna Anic, Jocelyn Olvera, Rudy Silva Jr., Chris Guerrero.

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UTHealth Provides Relief for Nursing Demand

COVER STORY By Subhrata Barot

s chronic illness, aging Baby Boomers and healthcare facilities continue to grow, the need for healthcare practitioners is at an all-time high. Although there is a shortage now of nurses across Texas and the nation, the demand is expected to increase 86 percent by 2020. But, standing out from the crowd is easier said than done in the world of nursing. To profit from the demand, nurses require three key qualities that are imperative to their success – additional education, reinvention and marketability. At the University of Texas Health Science Center of Houston (UTHealth) School of Nursing, three letters can make that possible – B.S.N. UTHealth School of

Nursing is looking to bridge the gap between qualified nursing professionals and the workforce. The School offers two undergraduate paths that lead to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree – Pacesetter BSN and RN to BSN. The Pacesetter BSN program is designed to prepare students to take the NCLEX – the state licensure exam. The RN-BSN program is designed for registered nurses looking to advance their education to the bachelor of science in nursing. Upon completion of the tracks, students are well equipped for the work force, can provide patient-centered nursing care, work in individual and team environments, implement evidencedbased practices, and ultimately be ready for management and leadership positions within the nursing profession. “We offer two different programs because students enter our nursing school with different skills sets and strengths,” said Cathy Rozmus, Ph.D., associate dean of Academic Affairs. “The RN to BSN students are trained nurses who are looking to grow within their field February 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

and generally the Pacesetter BSN is for qualified students who are looking to go back to school to enter the nursing industry.” The very popular and competitive Pacesetter BSN program is a full-time, 15-month track, which prepares students for entry into the nursing profession. A prospective student can start in the fall, spring or summer and no previous degree is required; however, the student must complete the course prerequisites at an accredited institution. The theorybased courses are taught in the first three semesters of the program and the last semester is strictly in a clinical setting. “The Pacesetter BSN program is our most competitive undergraduate program and also the most unique,” said TengYuan Yu, associate professor and assistant dean of Undergraduate Programs. “In fact we have 600 to 800 applicants for 125 slots. The program gives students an indepth look into the life of a nurse during the final semester and that is what is so appealing about the program.” Joe Getty, a 24-year-old former sky diving instructor and ski patroller is a recent alumnus of the Pacesetter program and agrees with Yu’s thoughts. “What I love about the Pacesetter BSN program is its ability to provide me with all of the knowledge I need before actually immersing myself in the nursing world,” Getty said. “During clinicals, I didn’t have to think about exams or anything else when I was on the floors of a hospital or with my preceptor. I was able to focus on my work and understand the life of a nurse in its entirety.” The tough economy is compelling workers to look for other options and be adaptable to the times. The Pacesetter BSN program allows students who possess other degrees or those with no previous nursing experience get a chance to reinvent themselves and start practicing a new profession.

The 12-month RN to BSN program is a little different for those looking to get a bachelor’s degree in nursing. This program is designed for registered nurses who have diplomas or associate’s degrees in nursing and are looking to go back to school. This program can make them more marketable in the workforce. Students can start the track either in the spring or summer, provided they meet the prerequisites. “Right now we have about 80 students enrolled in the program,” said Susan Krawtz, track director and instructor for the RN to BSN program. “But we are looking to expand both our web-enhanced and campus-based programs. Both of our options are for those who are committed to learning and want to succeed.” The unique feature of the RN to BSN program is the two options it offers for enrollment. The campus-based students attend class on Wednesday each week during each semester. The campus-based curriculum includes on-campus, webbased, and one 100% online course. The web-based option is a little more flexible but students are encouraged to remain Continues...

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Being BSN-prepared will not only provide the students with the education and skills to excel in the workforce, it will also make the students more marketable and ready for management and leadership positions. — Krawtz disciplined, manage their time and turn in assignments when they are due. Most courses will be online, but occasionally, students will come to class for exams and presentations. Rozmus, Yu and Krawtz agree that a BSN degree is essential to more job opportunities and a solid foundation in the nursing field, irrespective of which track they choose. Hospitals look for prospective employees who can bring a variety of strengths to the job. “Being BSN-prepared will not only provide the students with the education and skills to excel in the workforce, it will also make the students more marketable and ready for management and leadership positions,” Krawtz said. “The BSN program opens more doors for them and brings additional opportunities to them in their career path.” Yu added that the program as a whole prepares students to be critical thinkers and valuable to their hospital, colleagues, and most importantly, patients. With well-rounded BSNprepared students, hospitals experience more positive outcomes, fewer mortality rates and medication errors. In turn, the quality of care for the hospital rises which makes it easier for hospitals to attain magnet-status. Magnet-status is an award given by the American Nurses Credentialing Center to hospitals that meet a set of criteria designed to measure the quality of the organization’s nursing. “Our program puts an emphasis on evidence-based patient care,” Rozmus said. “There isn’t one method of care that works for every patient. So, we teach students how to use external evidence and their own expertise to make a wellinformed decision about patient care. It is personalized care.” Despite the need for nurses and the job opportunities that lie ahead for them, getting into the UTHealth School of Nursing is highly competitive and the school admits students who exceed expectations.

“We have at first-time pass rate of 96 percent on the NCLEX,” Yu said. “Compared to other nursing schools, our passing rate is very high. We also prepare our students to enter the field and many join hospitals like Memorial Hermann Health System, Harris Health System, St. Lukes, and Houston Methodist. I’ve heard from hospitals that they like to hire our graduates because they know they’re well prepared to join the work force and are trained to accept leadership positions.” Getty also added that UTHealth School of Nursing has built his foundation not only for his career, but for his life as well. “I am more organized and my time management and prioritizing has improved ten fold,” Getty said. “This program has given me career and life skills.”

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Oakbend Medical Center announces Physician of the Year Dr. James R. McClamroch, Cardiologist, has been named OakBend Medical Center’s 2014 Physician of the Year. The presentation was made at the annual physician party at the home of Dr. Owen and Dr. Lorelei Capocyan. The award is an honor given annually to one outstanding physician who possesses significant practice experience, compassion, kindness and sincerity that translate not only to their patients, but to their nurses and Dr. James R. McClamroch, other staff members that work closely with them. The hospital received several nominations for the award. Colleagues, nurses and patients praised Dr. McClamroch for his dedication to his patients and the OakBend staff. “Dr. McClamroch is soft spoken, passionate about his work and caring of his patients. Dr. McClamroch never expects recognition or praise for his work; he is satisfied with a positive patient outcome. He is easy to work with and a credit to his profession,” wrote a staff member at OakBend Medical Center. McClamroch received his medical degree from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his internship and residency at the Louisiana State University where he was named Chief Medical Resident in Internal Medicine. Dr. McClamroch is married with two daughters and 3 grandchildren. “Dr. McClamroch is an outstanding doctor and very deserving of the Physician of the Year Award,” stated Joe Freudenberger, CEO of OakBend Medical Center. “His dedication is recognized and appreciated not only by his patients and their family but by his colleagues as well.”

Dr. Desai joins Houston Methodist Podiatry Associates Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to welcome Nicholas Desai, D.P.M., M.B.A., as he joins Houston Methodist Podiatry Associates. He is an active member of the Sugar Land community, the Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital medical staff, and serves as the Chief Medical Information Officer for Houston Methodist. Dr. Desai completed his medical school training at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine followed by a surgical residency in foot and ankle surgery within the St. Barnabas and New York Presbyterian Hospital Network. “I’ve been a member of the Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital medical staff for many years, and joining Houston Methodist Podiatry Associates is a great next step, one that will benefit my pa-

tients,” says Dr. Desai. “I’m excited about joining Houston Methodist and continuing to work with the outstanding staff at Houston Methodist Sugar Land.” Dr. Nicholas Desai Dr. Desai is seeing patients at his office on the campus of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, in Medical Office Building Three, suite 350. To schedule an appointment, call 281.240.3338. Learn more about Houston Methodist Podiatry Associates at methodistsugarlanddocs.com or visit our Facebook page at FB.com/methodistsugarland for the latest news, events and information.

FBISD receives 2015 Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) Purchasing Award of Merit For the fourth consecutive year, Fort Bend ISD has received the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) Award of Merit for Purchasing and Operations, recognizing excellence in school purchasing operations. During its Annual Conference, TASBO will recognize organizations that demonstrate excellence in their commitment to following professional standards in the acquisition of goods and services. The event will be held February 17, 2015, at the TASBO 69th Annual Conference in Houston. “Fort Bend ISD is honored by this recognition from TASBO,” said Robert Fazakerly, Purchasing and Materials Management Director. “TASBO is respected and appreciated by school districts across Texas for the expertise and training that it provides to purchasing professionals.” TASBO is an independent, not-for-

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profit professional association dedicated to being the trusted resource for school finance and operations in Texas. TASBO is one of the state and province affiliates of the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO Intl.) which serves members from the United States, Canada, and more than 20 other nations. Established in 1946, TASBO began as a forum for exchanging ideas and sharing information about school business operations in Texas. In the early years, TASBO was operated by volunteers throughout the state, but as the Association’s membership and services grew, a center of operations was founded in Austin in 1986. Currently, TASBO has approximately 5,700 members and 30 regional affiliates, representing more than 900 public school districts in Texas.

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Lois W. Kolkhorst takes Oath of Office as Senator Lois W. Kolkhorst took the oath to become officially sworn in as Senator for District 18. The ceremony took place in the Senate Chamber of the Texas Capitol in front of a packed gallery of over 400 supporters. The oath of office was administered by Attorney General and Governor-elect Greg Abbott. United States Congressman Michael McCaul of Texas’ 10th District served as the Master of Ceremonies.   “Today is not about me but rather it’s really about the people all across our Senate district. I’m honored to serve them and I’m ready to deliver the results they expect and deserve. As State Senator, my goals will be simple. I’m going to work hard to protect and preserve the rights of hardworking families and businesses across these twenty-one counties,” Kolkhorst said. “Texas is an exemplar of freedom, jobs and prosperity and my intention is to keep our state strong and free for our children and grandchildren.”   Senator Kolkhorst won the special election for Senate District 18 to succeed former Senator and Comptroller-Elect Glenn Hegar on December 6th with 55.69 percent of the vote, thus avoiding a runoff.

Senate District 18 includes all or parts of 21 counties including Aransas, Austin, Burleson, Calhoun, Colorado, DeWitt, Fayette, Fort Bend, Goliad, Gonzales, Harris, Jackson, Lavaca, Lee, Matagorda, Nueces, Refugio, Victoria, Waller, Washington, and Wharton.  With Senator Kolkhorst being sworn into the Senate District 18 seat, a vacancy has now been created in her current

House District 13 seat. An election to fill that vacancy will be called by Governor Rick Perry.   Senator Kolkhorst and her husband Jim have been married for 27 years and have two children, Lois Kate and Jake. Senator Kolkhorst has been the State Representative for House District 13 for 14 years and formerly served as Chair of the House Committee on Public Health.

Lois W. Kolkhorst takes Oath of Office as Senator at the ceremony took place in the Senate Chamber of the Texas Capitol in front of a packed gallery of over 400 supporters.

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital appoints new CNO Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital has selected a new leader for its executive team with Linda Stephens, RN, MBA, BSN being named Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). “Linda has more than two decades of experience in healthcare,” said Jim Parisi, CEO of Memorial Hermann Katy. “She has a proven record of delivering results in the fastpaced hospital environment and her commitment to high quality and safe patient care is unparalleled.” As CNO, Stephens will oversee all nursing functions and patient care practices within Memorial Hermann Katy. She will work hand-in-hand with John Kueven, Chief Operating Officer, to manage daily operations and financial performance, and is accountable

for regulatory standards compliance, patient satisfaction, patient safety, quality of patient care, and employee engagement. Most recently, Stephens served as the CNO at Memorial Herman Northeast Dr. Linda Stephens Hospital in Humble, where she had administrative oversight of patient care delivery and nursing practice in all clinical areas, including medical/surgical, oncology, wound care, intensive care services, cardiology, pharmacy, laboratory and emergency care. During her tenure, she was instru-

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mental in the hospital’s achievement of the Pathway to Excellence® designation, which recognizes healthcare institutions where nurses excel. Prior to her work at Memorial Herman Northeast, Stephens worked for the Hospital Corporation of America, serving as CNO representative for the Gulf Coast Division on the Corporate CNO Council and was a mentor in the CNO development program. Stephens has a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and a Masters of Business Administration from Angelo State University. She and her family reside in Katy. For more information about Memorial Hermann Katy, visit www.memorialhermann.org or call 713.222.CARE (2273).

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David Crowl named Vice President Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce David Crowl, Director of Communications at the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce has recently been named Vice President. David has over five years of experience with the Fort Bend Chamber. “David has always served as a mentor to our new staff members and provides tremendous support to the entire team,” says Keri Schmidt, President & CEO, “through David’s hard work, loyalty and dedication, he has earned the title Vice President.” David is a graduate of the United States Chamber of Commerce Institute of Organizational Management at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, a premier four-year professional development program. He is also a graduate of the Fort Bend Leadership Forum Class of 2011 and 2010 graduate of the Leadership Excellence for Nonprofits. Prior to joining the Chamber, David was Research Analyst & Office Assistant intern for Austin Parks department. David received his BA in Urban Stud-

ies from the University of Texas in 2007. The United States Chamber of Com-

DAVID CROWL Director of Communications Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce

merce has awarded the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. With 7,077 chambers in the United States, 207 of these are accredited with only 82 receiving a 5-Star designation. The Fort Bend Chamber serves its membership with the belief that a positive business climate is a key to the quality of life of our community. The Fort Bend Chamber has diligently fulfilled its mission to serve as the advocate for business excellence in Fort Bend County. By creating, enhancing, and promoting the thriving economic environment in which we work and live. Whether it’s through the Education Division, Infrastructure Planning, Government Relations, Community Resources, Business and Professional Development, Economic Development, Healthcare, and Member Services we bring value to our business community.

Bridget Yeung seeks Re-Election to Sugar Land City Council Bridget Yeung has announced that she is seeking re-election to Sugar Land City Council in the May 2015 General Election. Ms. Yeung is currently serving her second term on City Council repre- Bridget Yeung senting District 2, where she and her family have lived for over 27 years. A well-known business professional, Councilmember Yeung is a principal with Fort Bend Financial, having over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry. She is long recognized for her dedication to community service and is a founding and current board member of the Sugar

Land Cultural Art Foundation. In 2007, Councilmember Yeung was presented the coveted Vicki Hamilton Award for “strong commitment and outstanding service.” More recently, in 2012, she was the recipient of the Exchange Club of Sugar Land’s Gold Deeds Award for “service to her community.” During her time on Council, Ms. Yeung has served on the Economic Development Committee, the Finance Committee, the Compensation Committee, the Land Use Advisory Committee, TIRZ 3 Board of Directors, the Sugar Land Development Corporation, the PARCS Board Interview Committee, and as the President of the City of Sugar Land 4B Corporation. Additionally, she was appointed by the Mayor to chair the Task

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Force of the Performing Arts Design Committee. Councilmember Yeung states, “Serving on the City Council has truly been a pleasure and a great learning experience. I believe you can most affect the lives of citizens the most at the local level. I am happy to report that Sugar Land and Fort Bend County continue to thrive and have the best to offer in excellent schools, beautiful parks, low crime, and a vibrant economy. Sound planning and leadership are critical to safeguard what we have accomplished and to continue to improve for the future. I want to be part of that future.” For more information about Councilmember Bridget Yeung and her bid for reelection to Sugar Land City Council, please visit www.bridgetyeungforcc.com.

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2015 State of the City of Rosenberg with Mayor Vincent Morales The State of the City of Rosenberg with Mayor Vincent Morales will be presented on Thursday, February 12, 2015 in collaboration between the Central Fort Bend Chamber and Fort Bend Chamber of Com- Vincent Morales merce. The luncheon will be held at Safari Texas, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond from 11:30 – 1:00 pm. This year’s State of the City of Rosenberg celebrates the numerous accomplishments and presents the City’s vision for the future. Rosenberg has experienced phenomenal growth over the course of the last decade thanks to the business friendly atmosphere, strategic location and visionary leadership. Mayor Morales will provide an update on the newest developments, mobility and infrastructure projects occurring in Rosenberg. A limited number of Presenter Sponsorships are available at $2,000, Underwriter Sponsorships are available for $1,000 and Corporate Tables for eight are available for $500. Individual Reservations are available for $25. Register and pay online at www. CFBCA.com or contact Leigh Ann Dawson at 281-342-5464 or LDawson@CFBCA. org. A video of this presentation will be available online at http://www.ci.rosenberg. tx.us/ for those unable to attend.

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Chamber Recognizes Fort Bend Elite at Annual Awards Luncheon Vince Finnegan named 2014 Business Person of the Year For 104 years, the Central Fort Bend Chamber has been the voice of business and growth in Fort Bend County. In 2014, that voice remained strong in large part because of the volunteer efforts and commitments made by many of its members. The Chamber proudly recognized 11 of those members at its Annual Awards Luncheon Friday at Cindy’s Palace, 1102 FM 2977, Richmond. Regina Morales, Central Fort Bend Chamber President & CEO and Melissa Garcia-Martin, Chamber Board Chairman were the event emcees. The event was presented by Allegiance Roofing, a Division of Joe Rangel Contracting, LLC.

Vince Finnegan was named the Central Fort Bend Chamber’s 2014 Business Person of the Year. Mr. Finnegan owns and operates Finnegan Auto Group in Rosenberg. He plays an active role in the community by supporting Lamar Consolidated Independent School District through financial contributions and supporting their workforce development courses for high school students. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Central Fort Bend Chamber in his second year as Board Treasurer. He is respected and well-liked by all he serves and works with. He is proud to do business in Fort Bend County and serve the community.

Corporate Partner of the Year went to Silver Eagle Distributors. Raymond Saage Volunteer of the Year was Tom Wilson of Reading Road Office Park. Ambassador of the Year was Kay Garrett of absolutely!Brazos Community Magazine. Board member of the Year was Jeff Haley of SiEnvironmental. Committee Member of the Year was Jim Russ of EHRA. The Historic Downtown Rosenberg Division Member of the Year was Renee Butler of Another Time Soda Fountain. Young Professionals Division Member of the Year was Kat Robinson of Kathryn Robinson Realty – Keller Williams Southwest. Hispanic Business Division Member of the Year was Matt Ontiveros of Springhill Suites by Marriott in Rosenberg. Achievement in Economic Development went to the Rosenberg Development Corporation. A one-time Legacy Impact Award went to Kevin Kohl of Silver Eagle Distributors. The Chamber also thanked their outgoing Board Chairman, Barry Beard for his dedication and service. Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H February 2015

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he following firms have realized the importance of economic growth for the Fort Bend County area. The have pledged their support to the cause by investing their time and efforts in the 5-Star Accredited Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Please support your community by calling on these organizations when you have a need for products and services.

www.fortbendchamber.com

Welcome New Members

Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Member Updates

Aerotek

Cody Hollas, Account Manager 9330 Kirby Dr., Suite 900 Houston, TX 77054 713-640-3600 www.aerotek.com Staffing Service

ARKK Engineers, LLC Madhu Kilambi, Sen. Project Mgr./Principal 7322 SW Freeway, Suite 1040 Houston, TX 77074 713-400-2755 www.arkkengineers.com Engineering, Consulting

Great Harvest Bread Co. Arunadevi Vijaianand, President 3344 Highway 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 832-987-3217 www.greatharvestsugarland.com Bakery

Houston Apartment Association Lauren Owens, Strategic Growth Coordinator 4810 Westway Park Blvd. Houston, TX 77041 713-595-0335 www.haaonline.org Associations

Mercantil Commercebank Alan Bagwell, Vice President 5897 San Felipe St. Houston, TX 77057 713-481-2061 www.commercebankfl.com Banks

MPBL, Inc. Murari Agrawal, President 1822 Lakefront Dr. Missouri City, TX 77459 281-515-3520 Export & Import

Pearle Vision Rahul Biswas, Owner 7101 W. Grand Parkway S., Suite 170 Richmond, TX 77407 832-222-9262 www.pearlevision.com Optometrists

Perkins Home Repair & Remodeling Irvin Perkins, Owner 9898 Bissonnet Street, Suite 310 Houston, TX 77036 832-301-3645 Remodeling

Sandler Training Roger Kemper, Vice President 4645 SW Freeway, Suite 100 Houston, TX 77027 713-651-1800 www.efconsulting.sandler.com Consultants, Management

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The Redneck Country Club Stephanie Lester, Director of Sales 11110 W. Airport Blvd. Stafford, TX 77477 281-809-4867 www.theredneckcountryclub.com Events

Thomas J. Crayton, CPA LLC Sam Simsek, Tax Manager 10701 Corporate Dr., Suite 236 Stafford, TX 77477 281-343-9555 www.tomcraytoncpa.com Accountants

For membership information, contact: Juliette Bloomer 281-566-2161 juliette@fortbendcc.org

www.FortBendChamber.com

Call Juliette Bloomer for more information at 281-566-2161 or email Juliette@fortbendcc.org

Senior Helpers

4915 South Main Street, Suite 116 • Stafford, TX 77477 www.seniorhelpers.com

Partners in Building, LP

17361 Village Green Drive • Houston, TX 77040 www.partnersinbuilding.com

Dental Garden

8710 Grand Mission Blvd., Suite A • Richmond, TX 77407 www.dentalgarden.net www.FortBendChamber.com

BB&T

2150 Town Square Place, Suite 100 • Sugar Land, TX 77498 www.bbt.com

Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Member Updates

To Schedule Your Business Ribbon Cutting

College Nannies & Tutors

1226 Museum Square Drive, Suite 400 • Sugar Land, TX 77479 www.collegenanniesandtutors.com

River Oaks Cleaners

13807 Southwest Freeway • Sugar Land, TX 77478 www.riveroakscleaners.com

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Success is just around the bend 1 YEAR

Benevides & Associates, Real Estate John Benevides, 281-903-7253 Strategic Employer Services Craig Inabnet, 281-277-3006 TranSystems Corporation Frank Cox, 713-807-0600 Tate Moerer & King, LLP Richard Tate, 281-341-0077

2 YEARS

Iron Tribe Fitness Nate Price, 281-969-5226 National Senior Care Home Health Kelli Walleck, 713-780-2390 Low T Center Lee Bachman, 281-242-5698

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Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Sugar Land Rafael Marquez, 281-265-0065

Transamerica Logistics Inc. Shahid Momin, 281-497-1116 CertaPro Painters of Central Fort Bend Gary Steinhaus, 713-444-7160 Managed Response, Inc. Michael Stall, 713-627-1122 Edward Jones / Harrell Sandra Harrell, 281-261-2000 All-Terra Engineering, Inc. Hugh Durlam, 713-574-2371

3 YEARS

Deseo at Grand Mission Marie Compton, 281-344-0055 PROSHRED Security Brock Bruce, 832-947-5701

Center Stage Gallery Stacey Lewis, 281-299-4814 PKJ International LLC Sijo Jose, 832-548-2000 C & C Dental Teresa Cody, 281-242-0241 The Himalaya Drug Company Penny Mock, 713-863-1622 Dynamic Flow Computers, Inc Sami Halilah, 281-565-1118

4 YEARS

AlphaGraphics Sugar Land Randy Nicholson, 832-886-4311 HEB Food & Drugs - Sugar Land Crystal Moya, 281-494-3690 Coal Vines Steve Marques, 281-491-0464

7 YEARS

SIG/McDonald & Wessendorff Insurance Services Dan McDonald, 281-342-6837 Gee Eye Care Kevin L. Gee, 281-778-9912 Promptsource, Inc John Varghese, 832-955-1766 Umbilicals International Jeff Ceballos, 281-275-6620

8 YEARS

Wall 2 Wall Insurance Services Rand R. Wall, 281-313-9255 Emerus 24 Hour Emergency Room Toby Hamilton, 281-277-0911

9 YEARS

Apollonia Dental, P.A. Isabel Vahedi, DDS, 281-565-4321

Mega Equipments Suhail Shariet, 713-659-0599

Fort Bend Family Promise Vera L. Johnson, 281-403-3923

Barton House Steve Andriko, 281-313-2500

DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc. Randall Curry, 713-914-0888

Calvetti Ferguson Manish Seth, CPA, CFE, 713-957-2300

Milestone Member 5 YEARS

Milestone Member 10 YEARS

Gillen Pest Control Gary L. Gillen, 281-342-6969

Seniors Helping Seniors Michael Alexander, 281-261-8107

LoweryBank Alina Gonzalez, 281-263-1100

Fort Bend County District Clerk Annie Rebecca Elliott, 281-633-7632

First Colony Aquatic & Rehabilitation Center Sean M. Hayes, 281-325-0188

Liberty Mutual Insurance Donna Shelton, 281-494-2700

Perryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steakhouse & Grille Keith Garver, 281-565-2727

6 YEARS

Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre Tyson Stittleburg, 281-403-5910

AMS Houston David Douglas, 281-403-1701

Compressor Products International Mike Braun, 281-207-4600

NMG Medical Planners, Inc. Bassem Nassif, 832-668-4527

OptumRx Clayton Boquet, 832-532-5711

RC Hobby Shop Matt Keller, 281-265-4844

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11 YEARS

The Mathis Group Joseph H. Mathis, 281-265-6028 LBL Event Rentals Lisa Anhaiser, 281-498-0021

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Chick-fil-A at Sugar Land Brent Kubala, 281-494-3800

Magpies on Sweetwater Patti Michalek, 281-277-9777

Fort Bend ISD Nancy Porter, 281-634-1000

Fort Bend County Judge Robert Hebert Robert E. Hebert, 281-341-8608

Welker, Inc. David Fish, 281-491-2331

12 YEARS

Signarama of Fort Bend Don Klumbach, 281-565-7446 Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land Kenneth W. Enders, 281-207-1500 Terracon Todd Swoboda, 713-690-8989 Home Helpers Fort Bend Ronald Norsworthy, 281-207-5359 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene Nikki Owen, 713-857-4416 Minute Maid Jeff Cook, 281-302-4800

13 YEARS

Milestone Member 20 YEARS

18 YEARS

Process Resources, Inc. Gloria Staszak, 281-240-0955 Baker Petrolite Jim Lockwood, 281-276-5400 Quality Dialysis One, LP Cynthia Barclay, 281-491-4009

19 YEARS

Chick-fil-A at First Colony Mall Brent Kubala, 281-494-2500

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AccessHealth Carol Edwards, 281-342-4530

28 YEARS

29 YEARS

RE/MAX Southwest Realtors - Weaver Jennifer Weaver, 281-207-5037 Tallas Insurance and Financial Services Jeff Tallas, 713-271-2000

KW Industries, Inc. James White, 281-240-0909

Milestone Member 30 YEARS

Houston Baptist University Robert Sloan, 281-649-3206

21 YEARS

Russell & Smith Ford-Honda-Mazda Mark Rehkopf, 713-663-4111

Assurance One of Texas, LLC Bob Young, 281-494-6400

Texana Center George Patterson, 281-239-1300

27 YEARS

Harris Construction Company, LTD Haley Millis, 713-690-0791

14 YEARS

16 YEARS

Fox & Associates, LLP Attorneys at Law John L. Fox, 713-871-2076

Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council Jeff Wiley, 281-242-0000

TBG Partners Bill Odle, 713-439-0027

First Community Credit Union John Haryanto, 281-856-5300

Visible Applause Tom Ferguson, 281-980-3304

APAD First Colony LLC Laura Benner, 281-243-7000

Stafford Oaks Veterinary Hospital Chris Ochsenbein, 281-499-3538 Geotech Engineering and Testing David A. Eastwood, 713-699-4000

26 YEARS

23 YEARS

Houston Community College Southwest-Stafford Fena Garza, 713-718-7737

24 YEARS

Houston Assoc. of Realtors Fort Bend Branch Rhonda Flowers, 713-335-4240

Milestone Member 25 YEARS

Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Member Updates

Pebble Creek Ranch Karah Carrillo, 281-495-8746

Prosperity Bank John Rebeles, 281-269-7200

32 YEARS

John R. St. John Construction, Inc. John R. St. John, 281-494-8300

41 YEARS

VCA SW Freeway Animal Hospital Harvey S. Brannen, Jr., 281-491-VETS

43 YEARS

Texas Instruments, Inc. Michael Forsman, 832-939-2000

For membership information, contact: Juliette Bloomer - 281-566-2161 juliette@fortbendcc.org

Dearborn & Creggs Stewart Jacobson, 281-277-6400

Houston Automobile Dealers Association Wyatt Wainwright, 281-980-3434

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DBA (Assumed Names)

Data Beat (+) = More Names

This is a sample of the Assumed Names (DBAs) filed at the Fort Bend County Clerk’s office for December 2014. More Assumed Names may be viewed online at http://ccweb.co.fort-bend.TX.us/RealEstate/SearchEntry.aspx. There were 458 Assumed Names for month of December. Carroll Clint Octopus Exotic Pools 3742 Glover Meadow Ln 77047

Virani Amirali Katy Realty 10015 Cinco Ridge 77494

Ayera Toni (+) Gescoeinco Cables 16100 Cairnway Dr 77084

Weidemann Gina (+) GW Solutions 3808 Margaret St 77461

Jacobs Averye (+) 427 By Averye Lanae 3410 River Bend Dr 77471

Caro Angel L (+) Preparedness and Resilience Consulting Group 24200 Southwest Freeway Ste 402-310 77471

Rm M D P A Greater Houston Pain Mgt 7015 Almeda Rd Ste 3 77054

Ayera Toni (+) Finetex Lampings 12777 Ashford Point Dr 77082

Wilson Brandon (+) B & B Lawn Maintenance (+) 16403 Lost Quail Dr 77489

Floyd Stephen Skool of Hoops 1902 Quail Grove Ln 77459

Bell Latunia Turner Black Sapphire 4611 Parkview Ct 77459

Williams Scherleen (+) Tealevite 16111 April Ridge Dr 77083

Mccarty Thomas W Five Star Inspection Services 930 Golden West Dr 77450

Velasquez Tammy C (+) Tlc Private Investor’s 310 Maude St 77488

Williams Scherleen (+) Fabland Productions 14601 Bellaire Blvd # 374 77083

Quick Models & Engineering Services LLC QMES 10200 W Airport Blvd Suite 140 77477

TWF Inc Chiro 4 All Health Center 119 Fm 359 Rd 77406

Saah Fieras Blue Tiger Usa 3727 Greenbriar Dr #119 77477 Edebo Lola Supreme Residential Home Inc 7302 Chase Grove 77407 Hay Jonathan M Fort Bend Traffic Control 5010 Grove W Blvd #2311 77477 City of Sugar Land (+) Sugar Land Fire - Ems 10405 Corporate Drive 77478

St Julian-Phillips Donna St Julian Insurance Group 8449 W Bellfort #300 N 77071 Smith Shelly I (+) Bones On The Go 16707 Red Gully 77498 Smith Shelly I (+) Different Strokes Pet Boutique 16707 Red Gully 77498

Sherman Demarko C Kool Rite Ac & Heating 336 South Pine 77583 Farzan Ventures LLC Eduard JORJ Salon 13897 Southwest Fwy 77478 K & R Sales Inc Texas Reps 13003 Southwest Fwy Ste 125 77477

Leduff Amanda Leduff Care Center 16742 Quail Briar Drive 77489 Sessom Jonathan J5 Entertainment 1514 Timber Creek 77459 Borrego Marisa Milley May Designs 24518 Hamilton Mill Ct 77494

Thornes James M Gmelina’s 23247 Dewflower Dr 77494 Nix C Richard (+) Drive Now Auto Sales 1804 Avenue M 77471 Haas Rebecca Kennelly (+) CBK Interests, LLC 512 South 6Th Street 77469 Haas Rebecca Kennelly (+) Jay-Wood Trading Company, LLC 512 South 6Th Street 77469

Gaman Inc Custom Concrete Creations 4119 Harbour Cove Cir 77459 Sanchez Rose M Lopez Cobblers Hobby 6726 Kearney Dr 77469 Rodriguez Eli El Transportador Greene Kiasha M 5104 Gallagher Dr 77045 The Kit Bar (+) 2730 Green Meadow Ct 77489 Carpio Harry B Jr Hapag Kainan Pleasant Azalia 14402 W Bellfort Azalia’s Choice Unit 1228 77498 4730 Emerald Lodge Ln 77545

Weatherby Timothy Carr (+) Star Six Quarter Horses 7045 Fairchild Road 77469

Ragland Yasmine GYALSHXT 7431 Alcomita Dr 77083

Ferrero Jose R (+) Pressure Materials Corp 5119 Field Briar Ln 77479

Clay Amber #Hair Magic By #Hands of Magic (+) 3105 Main Ave 77471

Latters H Fred (+) Fred’s Goods 6122 Norwood Meadows Ln 77494

Mcbeth Ariel (+) Infallible Word of Faith 2651 Cartwright Rd 77459

Norman Dorothy (+) Blue Lily Treats 1226 Athea Way 77471

Burson Carol Lynn B & B National Services (+) 1406 Glade Court 77545

Anozie Lawrence Universal International Supplies & Servicing Company 4423 Sierra Point 77545

Sanchez Juan Carlos Fort Bend Innovative Construction 10321 Double R Lane 77461

Ademuwagun Paulina Eqc Energy 2910 Brighton Sky Ln 77494

Bertolero Raymond S (+) Raymend Medical Device Solutions 12615 West Airport Blvd Suite 200 77478

Salvador Wilfredo Pajarillo (+) Majestic Tennis Academy 22010 Skyridge Ln 77469

DFR Energy Services Inc Control Applications Products and Services 20026 Meadow Arbor Ct 77450

Mcgrath Trevor Mcgrath Trucking 2503 Manorwood 77478

Peak-Williams Gregory Greg’s Bread and Buns 13425 Anagnost 77047

Jan Ziaullah Friends Car Care 15445 Old Richmond Rd 77498

James Deborah L James Travel 14 Penny Green St 77479

Perez Daniel D&J Stickers (+) 9329 Bay #1 Hwy 36 77461

Alvarado Armando Jr Aa Construction 5119 Buffalo St 77471

Davis Deebra Three Angels Transport 1105 San Jacinto Ave 77469

Kelsey Melvin Blackwood Trucking 15819 Rosebriar 77489

DFR Energy Services Control Applications Products and Services 20026 Meadow Arbor Ct 77450

Salter Zella (+) Zella’s Tender Loving Care Service 4010 Nails Rd 77476

Harribance Christine Christine’s Gems 7618 Boothline Rd 77469 Mosquito Remedies LLC W W Wmosquitonobite Com 1539 S Mason Road Ste 66 77450

Klein Kiristin C (+) Freaky Sweet Tea 3205 Continental Dr 77459

Haas Rebecca Kennelly (+) Fire Horse Consulting, LLC 512 South 6Th Street 77469 Mccain Heroline D (+) Detour-717 7145 Reading Rd #1615 77471 Buck Deborah D Crosspoint Designs 21810 Columbia Falls Cr 77450

Wilson Pat (+) Babalola Olufemi Intimate Secrets Divine Group 5026 Birch Manor Lane 77494 of Companies Ltd 13842 Bonnetbriar Ln 77498 Lopez Christopher (+) Franchise Technologies Florida Babalola Olufemi 23922 Cinco Ranch Blvd Gloria Foods Services Ste 200 77494 13842 Bonnetbriar Ln 77498

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DBA (Assumed Names) De Santis & Assoc Inc Tutto Bene Winery 13003 Murphy Rd St M10 77477

Data Beat (+) = More Names

Bubenick John (+) Pearson Group 24334 Piazza Dr 77406

Nestor Eladio A (+) E.A.N Trucking LLC (+) 16518 Sinalda Dr 77083

Hermann Anna Maria Squeaky Clean and More 11416 32Nd 77510

Gl360 Inc Gl360 Motors 12808 W Airport Blvd Ste 303R 77478

Day Joshua Joshua Day & Associates 2900 Commercial Center Blvd Ste 101 77494

Ozaeta Maria Angelita Crumble & Co. 20530 Port Bishop Ln 77407

Minhas Nadeem American Auto 9718 Gaines Rd 77498

Perez Jorge B K V G Transportation Services 2722 Spring Place Dr 77489

Munoz Anthony Ideal Physique Fitness 3543 Thunderbird St 77459

Gregory D Weber Pc Ll Fidelis Associates 27511 Carlson Manor Ct 77494

Wu Lia Hsiu-Yuan Jw Properties 4026 Bay Shore Dr 77459

Aguilar Elizabeth (+) Infinity and Beyond Publishing LLC 2019 Lone Pine Court 77469

Binder Louis S Louis Binder LLC 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Ste H120-224 77494

Gunter Karl Dudley Tfa Racing 4111 Kendall Hill Ct 77479

Aguilar Elizabeth (+) Libby Austin Author 2019 Lone Pine Court 77469

Binder Louis S Louis Binder 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Ste H120-224 77494

Maggio Raymond A Jr E.E. Website Design 1903 Kelliwood Trails Dr 77450 Coleman Donava Evelyn Fairy Tales Publishing 8300 Bissonet Street 77074 J L Cox Veterinary Clinic Inc Sugar Creek Animal Clinic 14015 Southwest Freeway Suite 2 77478 Amesquita Jose Future Landscape Design 6519 Koeblen Rd 77469 Hayob Joyce (+) House of Hayob 12214 Doe Meadow Dr 77477

Clark Kristin H (+) Kc Mckee Photography 26627 Boulder Cove Ct 77494 774 Events LLC S7Ven Seventy-Four Consulting LLC 2001 Bryan St Ste 2110 75201 Wilson Lorenthia Brooklyn’s Inspirational House of Houston 4823 May Arbor Lane 77545 Endless Global Interest LLC Premium Africa Auto Export 10101 Sw Frwy #211 77074

Szafron Kristina Minor (+) Kristina Szafron Taewondo 25503 Greenwell Spring Ln 77494

Wilson Lorenthia Majestic High Steppers Squad 4823 May Arbor Lane 77545

Smith Lateasha Rakayle (+) Lo Wrighters Heavy Haul and Storage 4607 Snowdrop Ct 77469

Urban Foresters LLC TUF Industrial 16107 Kensington Dr 139 77479

Super Green Eagles Super Green Eagles F C 5815 Willow Park Dr 77469

Garib Properties Realty Blue Diamond 24044 Cinco Village Center Suite 100 77494

Wilson Eric (+) M.A.K.E. It Happen 12950 Sugar Ridge 77477 Fts-N-Missouri City LLC Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 4875 Hwy 6 77459

Parsjam Automotive Inc Auto Check #3 1141 E Highway 90A 77406 Neralla Srinivasan (+) Sia Solutions LLC 4315 Glenirish Drive 77494

Mcelroy Barbara (+) Aspire Community Life Skills 107 Land Grant Ct 77406 Abou Deif Kimberly D (+) Big International Development 7719 Silver Pond Dr 77479 Goswick Cameron (+) Sinclair Security Company 4511 Waterfall Way 77479 Serna Rene Platinum Construction 5614 Taylan Ln 77471 Davlin Angela M (+) Precision Dustless Blasting 125 Booth Rd 77469 Fabusiwa Olushola Michael (+) Glory Ventures 7603 Clarendon Bend Ln 77407 Moore Leonard C Equideen Financial Services 11703 Mclain Blvd 77071

Trochta & Trochta Inc First Choice Printing First Choice Advertising 4230 Chisholm Trail 77510 Kearns Deshauntia Pure Romance By Accessoriz’d P O Box 84-1153 77584 Perez Miriam (+) Power Cleaning 6603 Poplar Rose 77469 Mata Angelina Bzm Construction Company 725 Blume Road #74 77471 Clark Nathaniel (+) Majestic Direct Buy Caskets & Urns 4563 Long Creek Drive 77545 Evans Jocelyn Hashtag Tint & Styling 5534 Arlington St 77053 Ellis Steve Senior Care Cottages 6319 Koeblen 77469 Naturals and Beyond Salon Hair Salon 12442 Ashcroft Dr 77035 City of Sugar Land Sugar Land Fire Department 10405 Corporate Drive 77478

2-1-20 Ventures LLC Adamant Arms 11519 Dorrance Lane 77477 Rahimi Stacey (+) Rahimi Photography 3250 Bandera Run Ln 77494 Scott James D Leading Arrow Logistics 2104 Cambridge Bay Dr 77584 Salim Aamir EZ Insurance 11323 Bucks Bridge Ln 77498 Taylor Laury (+) Taylor Appraisal Group Dba Taylormade Appraisals (+) 8819 Majesty Ln 77469 Matta Jessica Loren Furever Pet Sitting Service 2400 Old South Dr Apt 3207 77406 Cherian Shena Design 3502 Hera Dr 77459 Cherian Shena Desiweds 3502 Hera Dr 77459

Semier Felicia M Mobile Delights 1007 Summers Dr 77489

Lira Antonio Jose Aalira Investment & Decoration 26206 Seminole Hill Ln 77494

Thomas Escoto D (+) Bmat Construction 13611 Cottage Arbor Ct 77498

Zhang Libei Libby Z Photography 6511 Darmascus Ct 77479

Dunson Jasun Ronin Electric 3334 Cumberland Dr 77459

Ideacap LLC Eyelevel 24948 Fm 1093 Suit 215 77406

Hernandez Jorge Columbie JYK Transport Service 7607 Tierra Verde Dr 77083

Rossco Realty Advisors LLC Assured Market Resources LLC 10406 Shanley Landing Ct 77407

Vasco Temiloluwa Mendemende 7111 Anaquitas Creek Ct

Broadnax Warren Visionary Musiq Group 2646 S Loop W #377 77054

Cynthia & Hoelscher CPA PLLC Cindy Shelton, CPA 4800 Sugar Grove Blvd #225 77477

Hubbard Malcolm Malcolm B Hubbards Brass Bank 3011 Acacia Fair Lane 77545

White Richard J White Richard J 23319 Leaf Ridge Dr 77494

Kuykendall Howard Hoodlife Ink Custom Tattoos (+) 7232 West Fuqua 77489

Castro Mario E (+) Green Pastures 23 26034 Palmdale Estate Dr 77406

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Shankar Fnu Ravi Vinay Sai Investment Services LLC 16823 Bannermans Way 77407 25/8/ Management Group LLC #Iamblack 9119 Hwy 6 #230/256 77459 Manasiya Anita Bonita Brow Bar 906 Delford Way 77479 Nguyen Minh Phuong Thi Regal Nails #2505 5501 South Hwy 6 77459 Benes Joseph B (+) E R A Benes Realty (+) 19855 Southwest Freeway #130 77479

Data Beat

January 2015 Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary Reports

Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary reports present data about monthly local sales and use tax allocation payments to local sales taxing jurisdictions. These net payments represent monies identified for the local jurisdictions since the previous monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distribution. These reports will allow you to compare current year sales and use tax payments with the previous year. When used with other local economic indicators, they may help indicate present and future trends. County/City Fort Bend

Net Payment This Period

Comp Payment Prior Year

Percent Change

2015 Payments To Date

2014 Payments To Date

Percent Change

Arcola Beasley Fulshear Kendleton Meadows Place Missouri City Needville Orchard Pleak Richmond Rosenberg Simonton Stafford Sugar Land Thompsons

42,069.35 8,238.53 82,641.35 943.11 91,557.35 667,400.93 35,281.93 7,474.13 4,468.16 411,649.67 1,254,112.63 15,734.28 1,292,676.34 4,113,498.77 462.24

39,229.47 10,531.35 65,303.64 989.86 75,422.60 574,870.64 32,235.71 3,848.81 4,124.27 349,562.86 1,239,832.19 10,620.32 1,187,258.24 3,868,528.42 776.33

7.23% -21.77% 26.54% -4.72% 21.39% 16.09% 9.44% 94.19% 8.33% 17.76% 1.15% 48.15% 8.87% 6.33% -40.45%

42,069.35 8,238.53 82,641.35 943.11 91,557.35 667,400.93 35,281.93 7,474.13 4,468.16 411,649.67 1,254,112.63 15,734.28 1,292,676.34 4,113,498.77 462.24

39,229.47 10,531.35 65,303.64 989.86 75,422.60 574,870.64 32,235.71 3,848.81 4,124.27 349,562.86 1,239,832.19 10,620.32 1,187,258.24 3,868,528.42 776.33

7.23% -21.77% 26.54% -4.72% 21.39% 16.09% 9.44% 94.19% 8.33% 17.76% 1.15% 48.15% 8.87% 6.33% -40.45%

COUNTY TOTAL

8,028,208.77

7,463,134.71

7.57%

8,028,208.77

7,463,134.71

7.57%

Top 20 City Sales and Use Tax Comparison Summary - January 2015 Please note that Sugar Land is 17th in sales tax revenues in the state. City

Houston San Antonio Dallas Austin Fort Worth Arlington El Paso Frisco Plano Corpus Christi Amarillo Midland Round Rock McAllen Lubbock Irving Sugar Land Odessa Laredo Grand Prairie

Net Payment This Period

52,121,970.17 23,315,822.40 19,166,937.62 14,622,060.33 9,872,342.26 7,047,400.69 6,511,684.03 6,059,107.23 5,997,871.35 5,923,647.12 5,638,989.77 5,555,668.29 5,373,940.99 5,360,226.64 4,823,099.01 4,571,718.39 4,113,498.77 3,850,152.55 3,458,981.92 3,365,280.92

Comp Payment Prior Year

% Change To Date

2014 Payments To Date

2013 Payments Change

Percent

47,987,045.85 22,890,777.55 18,801,552.53 14,547,762.79 9,205,783.40 6,408,578.49 6,361,381.48 4,889,493.77 5,509,321.74 6,251,603.23 5,482,687.66 4,794,319.05 6,317,371.46 5,101,245.18 4,504,780.04 3,673,352.61 3,868,528.42 3,224,993.62 3,363,833.02 3,185,734.81

8.61% 1.85% 1.94% 0.51% 7.24% 9.96% 2.36% 23.92% 8.86% -5.24% 2.85% 15.88% -14.93% 5.07% 7.06% 24.45% 6.33% 19.38% 2.82% 5.63%

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Data Beat

Commercial Building Permits

Some significant building permits in cities in Fort Bend during the month of December ADDRESS

TYPE OF PERMIT

VALUE

MISSOURI CITY 823 Buffalo Run 6210 Sienna Parkway 340 6266 Hwy 6 6250 Hwy 6 B 8780 Hwy 6 Res B 5201 Hwy 6 600 3340 Fm 1092 120 9727 Hwy 6 3823 Fm 1092 Rd 9210 Hwy 6 Sienna Pkwy 11906 North Garden Street 8770 Hwy 6 Res B 8700 Hwy 6 Res C 4645 Cartwright Rd 7335 Hwy 6 4626 Riverstone Boulevard 7746 Hwy 6

Commercial Addition Commercial Alteration Commercial Alteration Commercial Alteration Commercial Lease Commercial Lease Commercial Lease Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Building

$816,000 $ 160,000 $ 35,500 $10,000 $ 2,125,000 $ 25,500 $ 35,000 $ 421,103 $ 450,000 $ 5,700,000 $ 650,000 $ 900,000 $ 700,000 $700,000 $ 400,000 $ 575,000 $ 450,000 $ 1,500,000

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial & Residential)

12/01/14-12/31/14

$64,559,396

ROSENBERG 4310 Highway 36

Commercial Building

$196,500

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

12/01/14-12/31/14

$196,500

SUGAR LAND 11801 State Hwy 6 4825 Sweetwater Blvd 126 Eldridge Rd Ste C 120 Eldridge Rd Ste C 11929 University Blvd 16762 Southwest Fwy 4918 Glen Hollow St 12620 W Airport Blvd Ste 100 17718 Southwest Fwy 1226 Museum Square Dr Ste 100 4645 State Hwy 6 Ste D 525 Industrial Blvd 14100 Southwest Fwy Ste 600 800 Brooks St 22 Legend Park Dr 11929 University Blvf Ste 1A 1111 State Hwy 6 Ste 125 146 Eldridge Rd Bldg 10H 910 Industrial Blvd Ste B2 4665 Sweetwater Blvd Ste 111 120 Eldridge Rd Ste E 142 Eldridge Rd Bldg 11B 142 Eldridge Rd Bldg 11E 2298 Texas Dr 1111 State Hwy 6 Ste 275 One Sugar Creek Center Blvd Ste 440 52 Sugar Creek Center Blvd Ste 150 52 Sugar Creek Center Blvd Ste 175

Commercial New Commercial Remodel Commercial Buildout Commercial Buildout Commercial Buildout Commercial Buildout Commercial Buildout Commercial Remodel Commercial Building Commercial Buildout Commercial Remodel Commercial Addition Commercial Remodel Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Buildout Commercial Remodel Commercial Remodel Commercial Building Commercial Building Commercial Buildout Commercial Buildout Commercial Buildout Commercial Remodel Commercial Building Commercial Remodel Commercial Buildout Commercial Building

$1,090,000 $1,207,000 $29,650 $29,650 $48,500 $160,000 $73,600 $500,000 $101,318 $120,000 $30,000 $112,344 $875,000 $12,046 $63,000 $220,000 $19,790 $93,000 $48,780 $10,000 $18,650 $18,650 $18,650 $48,892 $91,677 $13,705 $44,970 $18,962

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial & Residential)

12/01/14-12/31/14

$14,057,004

OWNER/CONTRACTOR Southwest Electronic Energy Co Domino’s Pizza Terra Graphics Poparazzi’s Popcorn Memorial Herman Spectrum Lash Jiu Jitsu Academy Murphy Oil, Usa Sdi Missouri City Holdings Llc Sienna Retail Development Plantation Dental Tabernaculo De Vida Sw Sienna Village Shops B-2 Sienna Village Shops C Fort Bend Family Promise Colony Creek Plaza Crossmark Development & Constr Knights Court Development Llc

Fort Bend County Fairgrounds/Bass Construction

Permanent School Fund/H3 Construction Co Columbia retail Sweetwater PLZ/Mickey Windmore Refrigeration Eldridge Pointe Office Condos/Goldshire developers, LLC (GC) Eldridge Pointe Office Condos/Goldshire developers, LLC (GC) Rare Roses USA LP/FLAAH Construction Inland Western Sugar Land Colo/Sword Construction, LLC Phillips Matther & Rebecca/Aquatic Inspirations, Inc Cobalt Industrial REIT II/Platinum Enterprises Houston Landscaped Unltd(IRRI) Patterson Construction Service Prominent Sugar Land LLC/John General Contractor Flow Loop Land/Southern Facility Srv Const RMC Sugarcraft LP ETAL/Gallant Builders LLC Faith Lutheran Church of Sugar Land/Texas Fence Co Gardner Jay M & Sally A/Pool Works LLC Rare Roses USA LP/FLAAH Construction HC Sugar Land Owner LLC/G & C Contractors, Inc Simron Properties/Blackmon Mooring of Houstion Inc Laska Gustavo E & Jean R/Stooksberry General Contract-I Schmid-Moulton Parkway LP Eldridge Pointe Office Condos/Goldshire Developers, LLC (GC) Eldridge Pointe Office Condos/Goldshire Developers, LLC (GC) Eldridge Pointe Office Condos/Goldshire Developers, LLC (GC) LCFRE Sugar Land Town Square L/Millis Development & Con (GC) HC Sugar Land Owner LLC/G & C Contractors, Inc Parkway Portfolio I LLC/Luna Brothers Inc Radler Limited Partnership/New York Real Estate Inc Radler Limited Partnership/New York Real Estate Inc

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Accounting / QuickBooks Experts

VM Wasek CPA, LLC 281-435-7147 www.CPAonDemand.net Got QuickBooks? QuickBooks is all we do. We are Fort Bend’s top QuickBooks experts certified by Intuit. Customized QuickBooks training, set up, consulting, conversions, and integrations. QuickBooks bookkeeping and accounting services. QuickBooks extreme makeovers. We work with all versions of QuickBooks – Enterprise, Premier, Pro, and Online. Free up your time and let us worry about the numbers. Visit our website to schedule a FREE 30 minute phone consultation. Christeen Seymour, CPA 281-969-7976 Phone www.cscpaservices.com 13110 S. Gessner Rd, Ste 100 713-410-3778 Cell Services: Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services, Individual and Business Tax Return Preparation, Consulting, Non-Profit Accounting, QuickBooks Setup and Training, Contract Controller/CFO.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Advertising

Fort Bend Focus 281-690-4242 www.fortbendfocus.com Fort Bend’s ONLY feature magazine Direct mailed to almost 40,000 homes every month in Fort Bend’s most affluent subdivisions. Fort Bend Star 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com We have been delivering a free community newspaper to homes throughout Fort Bend County longer than ANY OTHER Newspaper. Advertising Specialties

Business Spirit Promotional Products / Wearables 281-208-1100 www.BusinessSpirit.com 2839 North Main,Stafford,Texas - Over 492,000 items that carry your name ,logo, and contact info. Everything from pens, caps, cups, crystal, gifts, awards, thank you items, food gifts and most clothing items - sell on your behalf without ever making

a sound. Keep your name in front of your clients! PROVIDING QUALITY PRODUCTS IN A TIMELY FASHION AT A FAIR PRICE. Not just pretty words - Business Spirit’s Mission Statement! Try our website, if you can’t find what you are looking for call Susan, she will locate it for you. Susan@BusinessSpirit.net. Air Conditioning

Vista Air Services, Inc. 713-433-6311 COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS www.vistaairservices.com Vista Air Services, Inc. specializes in Commercial/ Industrial Air Conditioning Services. Established in 1978 Vista provides Service, Repair, HVAC Remodeling and Design, as well as flexible Preventative Maintenance Plans. Vista is WBEA and HUB Certified and licensed in the State of Texas (TACLA 4677C). Business Owners, Office Managers, Facilities Managers, and Commercial Contractors, are invited to call us at 713-433-6311. Auto Repair / Maintenance

Auto Central-Automotive Service & Sales 281-499-9684 www.autocentral.biz AutoCentral@verizon.net. 2526 Fifth Street, Stafford, Texas 77477, Fax: 281-499-0183, Fast, Friendly and professional automotive repair. ASE Blue Seal Certified, State Inspection Station, Diesel Repair, Open Monday-Friday 7-6pm. Saturdays by Appt. only. Charlton’s Auto Body Repair and Vehicle Detailing 281-499-1126 www.charltonsbodyrepair.com Chuck Charlton, 1131 Staffordshire @ 5th Street, Stafford, Texas 77477, Charbody@aol.com, Fax: 281-499-1694, Complete collision repair. Frame & Unibody straightened. Expert computer color matching. Custom painting & pin stripping. Honest service. 79 Years Strong and 3 Generations Proud!

To Advertise, call Diane Strehl at 281-690-4210

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Colony One Auto Center P - 281-980-4440 F - 281-261-0048 www.colonyoneauto.com Are you tired of searching for a AAA approved auto repair center? Colony One Auto Center is a family-owned and operated business, having serviced more than 210,000 vehicles since 1991. The BBB has rated Colony One Auto Center its highest score, capturing an A+ rating. Angie’s List has designated Colony One Auto Center its highest rating as a “Super Service Provider,” also garnering an A+ rating. Colony One Auto Center has a complete state-of-the-art automotive repair and maintenance facility. Your search is finally over. Bring your vehicle to Rod Tate at 1131 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, 77477. First Tire & Automotive 281-313-2886 www.firsttireandauto.com Craig Popp, owner, 3 Sugar Land Locations. 960 Eldridge, 281-313-2886 & 2303 Williams Trace Blvd. 281-980-2666 (First Colony), 20015 Southwest Freeway. 281-343-5666 (Greatwood), Diagnostic testing and evaluation, Manufacturer’s routine recommended maintenance, domestic and foreign vehicle repairs, AAA approved, ASE certified. Ask about our Fleet Service! Banks

The State Bank of Texas 281-494-6686 www.tsbot.com nickiblack@tsbot.com. Nicki Black, 13010 Murphy Road, Stafford, TX 77477, Fax: 281-494-6747. Locally and independently owned - our prime interest is you! Computer Solutions

RED BUTTON Computer Solutions, LLC 281-606-5848 or 832-535-2665 www.redbuttoncs.com service@redbuttoncs.com Let us revitalize your computer without replacing it! Maybe you don’t need a new computer, maybe just a power supply or software clean-up! Computer Technical support, Consulting and Training Insured, Low Cost, House Calls, Father and Son Team.

Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre 281-403-5900 (General) 281-403-5910 (Golf Shop) www.golfquailvalley.com The Quail Valley Golf Course and City Centre offers 36 holes of championship golf, full practice facilities and gorgeous event venues. After your round, stop by the Bluebonnet Grille for a cold drink and a satisfying meal. The City Centre is perfect for your special event. We host golf tournaments, weddings, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, fundraising galas and so much more. All with beautiful views of our award winning golf courses. For more information, visit www.golfquailvalley.com. Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre, 2880 La Quinta Dr., Missouri City, Texas 77459. Riverbend Country Club 281-269-2526 www.riverbendcountryclub.org triciarbcc@gmail.com. Tricia Hawks, 1214 Dulles Avenue, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Conveniently located in the heart of Sugar Land, Riverbend Country Club is just 25 minutes south of downtown Houston, Texas. Established in 1957, Riverbend continues its tradition as Fort Bend County’s only member owned club. Whether you’re looking for championship golf, fine dining, pools, tennis, fitness facilities or a wide variety of social and golf activities Riverbend is definitely the place to belong. Dialysis

Stafford Dialysis 281-568-9911 www.StaffordDialysis.com 12220 Murphy Road, Stafford, Texas 77477 Quality Care for A Quality Life. Stafford Dialysis promotes the highest quality care and treatment for patients with chronic renal disease. State of the Art technology and certified professionals provide patients the highest ethical standards and education related to kidney failure. Certified through Private Insurance, Medicare and the Texas Department of Health, you can trust your care to Stafford Dialysis.

12 MONTHS LISTING FOR ONLY $300

Economic Development

The Katy Area Economic Development Council (Katy Area EDC) www.KatyEDC.org 281-396-2200 The Katy Area conomic Development Council (Katy Area EDC, a 501 (c) 6 non-profit corporation, is a full service economic development corporation representing the Katy ISD area (Katy Area). Katy Area EDC : recruits new businesses, helps retain and expand existing businesses, helps create new businesses, facilitates the construction of business infrastructure and helps improve the quality of place and quality of life of the Katy Area. Education

Knowledge-First Empowerment Center 281-499-8315 www.knowledge-first.org Providing Academic Services Enhancing Educational Values The Knowledge-First Empowerment Center is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit accredited educational school which prepares learners to meet today’s educational demands and the systemic challenges of tomorrow. For learners kindergarten through 12 grade, we provide homework assistance and after school tutoring in all subjects. For high school students who are behind with their high school credits, we have an evening program where they can receive their credits and we send the successfully completed grade back to their home school. We believe, as did Plato, that the purpose and ultimate value of education is not to stick thoughts into the pupils’ head, but to inspire them to think for themselves. Wisdom~Honor~Perseverance. Knowledge-First Empowerment Center is located at 2651 Cartwright Road., Suite C Missouri City, Texas 77459. Floral

Flowers By Tiffany LLC 281-208-8681 www.FlowersByTiffanyStafford.com 13230 Murphy Road, Suite 400, Stafford, TX 77477. 281-208-8681. 2011 CMUS Power Award Winner – Internet Customer Service Award. Beautiful Flowers for all occasions, Weddings, Events, Funerals, Plants, Fruit &

Gourmet Baskets. Member of the Better Business Bureau and Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Mention the Fort Bend Business Journal for a special discount. Golf Carts / Mobility Scooters

CBC Golf Cart Services, Inc. 281-494-1164 Scooters by CBC 281-494-3454 Fax 281-494-1189 www.cbcgolfcarts.com; www. mobilityscooters.com. chris1001@ windstream.net, 203 Ulrich Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 (Behind Imperial Sugar). CBC offers Sales, Service, New & Used, Rentals (daily, monthly or yearly) and Parts for two lines of products, GOLF CARTS and MOBILITY SCOOTERS. Authorized Dealer for Merits and Pride Mobility products. We rent all sizes of golf carts from 2-8 seaters and also short- and long-cargo boxes.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Country Clubs & Golf Courses

Home Care Assistance

Senior Helpers Non-Medical Home care 281-914-4088 www.seniorhelpers.com/sugarland-tx 4915 South Main Street, Suite 116, Stafford, Texas 77477. Professionally trained caregivers to care for your loved ones at home. Whether you need assistance 24/7 or just few hours a day our office is here to help. Our service options are flexible and customizable to your specific situation. Your care plan can be a combination of any of the following service offerings: Companion Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, House Keeping, and Personal Care. Home Health Care

Texas State Healthcare & Hospice Care 281-208-4344 or 979-323-7099 www.txstatehealthcare.com What we do: Skilled Nursing - Home Health Aide Physical / Speech / Occupational Therapies - Medical Social Worker assisting with durable medical equipment

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needs and helping to provide Resources & Services in the Community - Wound Care - Catheter Care - Diabetic Care Lab Services - IV Therapy and more... “Hometown Nurses Helping Hometown People” Ice Cream Specialties

Southern Ice Cream 281-499-9837 www.SouthernIceCreamTX.com Great for all occasions! Reward your employees, clients or families. Serve delicious ice cream specialties from Southern Ice Cream in Stafford, Texas. Do you have a special fundraising project or marketing project on your mind? Schedule a push cart, ice cream truck or vintage ‘Original Good Humor’ truck to deliver these speciality deserts. Southern Ice Cream prides itself on personalized service delivering frozen treats efficiently to cool down even the hottest Houston days! It’s easy to book this unique and rewarding ice cream experience, just visit www.SouthernIceCreamTX.com or call Michelle at 281-499-9837.

neighborhood. We offer diamonds, gold and silver jewelry and watches. Repairs are done on our premises. Custom design is our specialty. We offer front door parking for your convenience. Our hours are M-F from 10:00-6:00 pm and again on Sat from 10:00-4:00 pm. We are located at 206 Hwy 90A, Richmond, 77406. Come see our fabulous inventory! Magazine

Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com Fort Bend’s ONLY business publication. Reaching over 10,000 businesses monthly. The place to advertise to reach the vital Fort Bend County business community. Fort Bend Focus - 281-690-4242 Focus on Women - 281-690-4242 www.fortbendfocus.com Fort Bend’s ONLY feature magazine Direct mailed to almost 40,000 homes every month in Fort Bend’s most affluent subdivisions.

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Insurance Solutions of Texas 281-565-2222 • 281-341-5060 www.insurancesolutionsoftexas.com Jay Harris, Auto, Home, Business, Flood Insurance. 14140 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. 281-5652222, Fax 281-565-3333. 2515 Ave. H, Rosenberg, Texas 77471. 281-341-5060, Fax 281-341-5558.

Nature’s Pest Control

Nature’s Own Pest And Lawn Service 281-656-2847 www.naturesownpestcontrol.org 18035 W. Little York Rd. Ste. F, Katy, TX 77449. Using an exterminator that will practice the safest and most natural techniques for pest control can be reassuring and December be the only consideration for those who are determined to live green in every way. Natural pest control with the best guarantee in the business. At Nature’s Own, we will eradicate your bugs and make your home bug free once again. Don’t lose any sleep over these pesky bugs. Call Nature’s Own today. Mention Fort Bend Business Journal and receive a special discount.

Open MRI

Upright MRI of Sugar Land 281-494-0505 www.mri911.com CLAUSTROPHOBIC? Upright MRI is the only True OPEN MRI in Sugar Land. We scan patients standing, sitting, or lying down. For the first time, patients can be scanned in weight-bearing postures and in their position of pain. It is ideal for patients who have difficulty lying down due to respiratory or cardiac problems. Mention this ad and receive $25 off your first scan. 2655 Cordes Drive #150, Sugar Land, 77479. Open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Elissa R. Wedemeyer O.D., FCOVD, F.A.A.O 281-499-2600 www.drwedemeyer.com 6026 Hwy. 6 Missouri City, TX 77459. Therapeutic Optometrist; Visual Perceptual / Binocular Therapy; medical management of eye infections and diseases. The office has a large selection of fashion frames. Pest Control

Austin Exterminating Co., Inc. 281-342-4328 2714 Avenue I, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 CA00566484 • TPCL 148. Owner operated Monday - Friday. Pest Control Company specializing in service designed for customers who are looking for something different. “We don’t just spray baseboards.” Pharmacies

Jewelers

Gold Connection Jewelers 281-344-9900 • We Buy Gold www.goldconnection.net We are a full-service jewelry store in your

Fort Bend Star 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com We have been delivering a free community newspaper to homes throughout Fort Bend County longer than ANY OTHER Newspaper.

Optometrists

Insurance Agencies

Prince Benefits Group • 281-325-0384 www.princebenefitsgroup.com Insurance Agency, that works with individuals & companies to purchase health, dental, vision, life & 401K. We represent Aetna, BCBS, United Healthcare, Guardian, Humana, Principal and many others. Don’t pay a 2014 TAX Penalty for being uninsured due to the new Healthcare Reform laws. Call us for affordable credible coverage.

Newspaper

To be listed call

281-690-4210

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Ed’s Pharmacy 281-499-4555 Ed Sziy, 3740 Cartwright, Missouri City, TX 77459, Fax: 281-499-7088.

Immunizations & Drug Testing The IMUnization Clinic West 281-229-9664 • S.W. 281-3137468 www.houstonvaccines.com houstonvaccines@gmail.com. West: 16225 Park Ten Place, Suite 519, Houston, Texas 77084, S.W. 3727 Greenbriar Dr., Suite 403, Stafford, TX 77477- Vaccines for children and adults for school, fertility, work, immigration, or travel needs. Daytime, Evening, and Saturday hours and no wait appointments available. Vaccine titers and Drug Testing for individuals or corporations. Certified Drug Testing Center & CDC Designated Yellow Fever Provider. We perform oral HIV testing also. Mobile onsite clinics available for churches and corporations. We are now in network with Blue Cross & Blue Shield. Real Estate

Colliers International, formerly Curtice Commercial Real Estate 281-494-4769 kcurtice@curticecommercial.com. Kolbe M. Curtice, CCIM, CLS, 15999 City Walk, Suite 250, Sugar Land Square located at U.S. Highway 59 & State Highway 6, Fax: 281-494-3227, Brokerage, Development, Investment and Tenant Representation, 25 years experience in Fort Bend. Riverstone Development Co. 281-499-8700 www.riverstone.com tomw@johnsondev.com. Tom Wilcox, 4855 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, Texas 77459, Fax: 281-499-8704, Luxurious waterside living in Fort Bend from $200s to the many millions. Jeanne Gregory, CRS, GRI 281-344-8918 www.jeannegregory.com jeannegregory@earthlink.net. 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478, Fax: 281-242-6754, Re/Max Southwest. Residential real estate sales & corporate relocation. Jennifer Weaver, ABR, CRS, GRI 281-207-5037 www.jenniferweaver.com

RE/MAX Southwest, 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Residential sales and corporate relocation since 1979. Remodeling / Outdoor Living

Living Improvements 281-499-7000 www.living-improvements.com AWARD WINNING - 2010 & 2011 Houston’s BEST “Outdoor Living Space” Living Improvements’ commitment to excellence makes us the perfect fit for your building needs. We have over 200 years cumulative in-house experience in the remodeling and construction industry making us highly skilled, professional and detail oriented striving to exceed our customer’s expectations. We feature outdoor living spaces, custom homes, interior and exterior renovations. Our commitment to excellence is just one of the reasons we have over 5,000 satisfied customers. SERVING FORT BEND & SURROUNDING COUNTIES FOR OVER 35 YEARS.

Keep up with all the weekly

NEWS! Delivered every Wednesday over 35,000 homes and businesses for almost 32 years

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Physicians

Valuation

Business Valuation Professional 713-877-8160 Business Valuation Professional with 15 years experience. Applies income, market, and asset based approaches to determine your Company’s worth. Operating entities and professional practices. Very reasonable fees. Tom Branch, 713-877-8160. Video Services

Star Digital Studios 281-690-4280 www.starvideoproductions.com A full service video production studio providing all phases of video production including professional writing, videography, editing, DVD duplication, distribution; also video deposition services to the legal community. For video needed for a TV commercial, website posting, employee training, promotional DVDs, special presentations, coverage of live events/trade shows, or corporate videos, give us a call. If you are interested in something you do not see on our website, let us know and we’re ready to accommodate your needs!

Every home Every week

Your Countywide newspaper 281-690-4200

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FOOD, DRINK, ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE WHERE TO EAT NOW - The following is a list of exceptional restaurants throughout Fort Bend County & Katy Area. Prices reflect the average cost of a three-course dinner for one person, excluding drinks, tax and tip. $$$$=Very Expensive ($60 & Up). $$$=Expensive ($40-$60). $$=Moderate ($20-$40). $=Inexpensive (Under $20) . FB=Full Bar. WB=Serves Wine & Beer.

Cafe India

Come enjoy the best Indian food in Fort Bend County! Sultan Momin is not only the friendly owner but also one of the experienced chefs in this quiet, very clean family-owned restaurant. Cafe India offers an excellent, fresh lunch buffet selection from 11:00-2:45 every day (except closed on Tuesday). From Monday-Thursday, come in and have an a-la-carte dinner and then enjoy a free dessert! Cafe India has not only received excellent reviews but is affordable and specializes in catering for any event. There is no better Tandoori Chicken, flavorable vegetable samosas, lamb dishes or biryani in town! Cafe India offers an excellent meal selection for two or four people. Cafe India is also open for dinner Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 5:00-9:30 p.m., and then on Friday and Saturday from 5:00-10:00 p.m. Affordable, fresh, authentic Indian food while also offering wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere. Cafe India is located at 2319 Williams Trace, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Call 281-565-5881 or visit www.cafe-india-restaurant.com. $ • WB Duranni’s Tandoor n Grill “Service with a Smile” Indian, Pakistani, and Meditarranean Cuisine. Finest Desi Restaurant with great ambiance. Elegant Banquet Hall seats up to 150 guests. 12 ft. screen and video screen. State of the art surround sound system. Light musical evening in the banquet hall (Free event for almost Friday evenings) Free Wi-Fi nice patio. Party trays orders to go. Open 7 days a week. Lunch buffet Mon. - Fri. 11: 30-3:30 p.m. Weekend Brunch Saturdays and Sundays. 11:30- 3:30 p.m., Mon. to Wed. 11:30 a.m.10:00 p.m. Thursday to Sunday 11:30 a.m.11:00 p.m., 10581 South Highway 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77498 (at the corner of South Highwy 6 and West Belfort). $$

Lenny’s Subs

The creation of a truly great sub is no small feat. At Lenny’s we pride ourselves on serving up Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks & the Deli Fresh Experience™. Lenny’s is the only place you can find meats and cheeses fresh, sliced to order, then piled high on fresh baked bread. Our Philly Cheesesteak is cooked to order and is served hot off the grill. Lenny’s offers catering in the form of Boxed Lunches, Hot Catering, Party Platters and Desserts. Open 7 days a week, Monday - Saturday 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Call 281-232-0589, Fax - 281 232 0563, visit us at 1135 Crabb River Rd, Suite 100, Richmond, TX 77469 or order online at Lennys.com. $ Las Haciendas Mexican Bar & Grill Santos Escobar and his brother Ascension Escobar serve up dozens of heaping traditional gourmet Mexican plates. Lunch Specials run weekdays from 11am - 3pm. Great margaritas, fajitas and much more. Catering available as well as a party room for private parties. • 12821 Southwest Freeway. 281-240-3060. $ • FB Regal Seafood Lounge

“The Freshest Seafood “Hong Kong Cantonese. Open 7 Days a week, Sunday- Thursday 11: 00- 10:00 p.m., Friday- Saturday 11:a.m.-11:00 p.m. 12350 Southwest Freeway , Stafford, Tx. 77477. (Between W. Airport and S. Kirkwood) Phone 281494-8888. $$ Supper 6 Buffet

“Biggest Selection in town”with 10 Buffet tables. Chinese, American, Sushi, Hibachi Grill and

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Chocolate Fountains. Banquet and Party Room Available. Open 7 Days 11a.m.-10 p.m. Senior Citizen Discount. 5425 Hwy 6 South Suite A100, Missouri City, Tx. 77459 (Across from Kohl’s near Riverstone Blvd.) Phone 832-539-6633. $ The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill, Where everybody knows your game. • Sports theme restaurant rink side! • Family friendly place • Hand Tossed Pizza, Fresh Burgers, Jumbo Wings and much more… • Several LED TVs that show all the NFL & NHL games! Yes we have Direct TV! • Relax with your best friend on our Dog friendly patio and catch a game! • Private Party Room available for Mixers, Socials & Networking • Watch live hockey , figure skating or public skating while dining Current Hours Of Operation: Mon: 4:00 pm 10:00 pm, Tue - Wed: 4:00 pm - 1:00 am, Thu: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Fri: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 16227 Lexington Blvd. • Sugar Land, Texas 77479, 281-565-8795, www.lockerroomsugarland.com. $$ Center Stage Gallery & Events • Holiday Parties • Birthday Parties • Financial Seminars • Political Events • Sweet 16 • Bridal Showers • Baby Showers • Art Showcase • Networking Events • Family Celebrations and the list goes on... Exceptional Rates- Unbelievable Value • Over 2500 square feet to meet your specific needs. • Beautifully decorated throughout the facility. • Showroom Ready. Many different options to choose. Center Stage Gallery & Events, 3527 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX. 77478, 281-299-4814, Email: info@Center-Stage-Events.com, visit us at www.center-stage-events.com.

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CommunityBank of Texas supports Fort Bend County Women’s Center with pledge of $2,500

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ommunityBank of Texas recently donated $2,500 to Fort Bend County Women’s Center. The donation will be used towards assisting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. The pledge will also support the organization’ programs and services, which include emergency and transitional shelter, crisis intervention, counseling, educational outreach, advocacy, accompaniment, case management, a learning resource center and other support services. As part of the bank’s overall charitable giving and community engagement programs, Phil Davis, CommunityBank of Texas Sugar Land Market CEO, presented the check to Vita Goodell, Executive Director of Fort Bend County Women’s Center. “CommunityBank of Texas is proud to support Fort Bend County Women’s Center,” said Davis. “From their 24 hour crisis hotline and emergency shelter to their counseling, legal and medical support, Fort Bend Women’s Center offers imperative

programs and services to achieve survivor safety and independence.” “We are pleased that this gift will help ensure that individuals and families begin new lives, free from violence,” said Robert R. Franklin Jr., CommunityBank of Texas CEO. CommunityBank of Texas is an independent, Texas-owned bank with assets in excess of $2.5 billion. Established in 2007, the bank has 36 branches and is the largest independent community bank headquartered in and focused on the financial needs of Houston and Southeast Texas. For information about CommunityBank of Texas, visit communitybankoftx.com. Fort Bend Women’s Center was started in 1980 as a crisis hotline for those living with domestic violence or sexual assault in Fort Bend County. The organization assists survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children to achieve safety and self-sufficiency, while striving to prevent violence against women. To learn more about Fort Bend County Women’s Center, please visit fortbendwomenscenter.org.

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Phil Davis, CommunityBank of Texas Sugar Land Market CEO, presented the check to Vita Goodell, Executive Director of Fort Bend County Women’s Center. “CommunityBank of Texas is proud to support Fort Bend County Women’s Center.” February 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

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