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issue Learn some cool style hacks from a Russian fashion designer who dresses up TV stars from CBS 13 | CW31 Good Day Sacramento, KCRA 3, and ABC 10. See photos from one of the hottest travel destination on the planet.

Find out how a college student majoring in computer science became one of the most proactive investors in Silicon Valley.

Innovations, business, beauty, travel, relationship, fashion all these and more in this issue of Russian Time Magazine.

24 The Land of Fire & Ice Discover Iceland, one of the most unconventional travel destinations on the planet, the land where active volcanoes are covered with enormous glaciers, where the sky lights up with Northern Lights in the winter and Midnight Sun in the summer, where you can soak in a natural hot tub while the air temperature drops way below freezing.

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48 Beauty Trend Report Say Hello to bangs and bright blushes and bid farewell to your full coverage foundation. See what’s in style for 2017 and be the “It Girl” with the latest hair and beauty trends.

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Innovative Startups What if you could control your dreams so you could fly like a bird or travel to a tropical paradise while you are asleep? What if there would be a way to instantly fix any imperfections on your face during a live video feed in real time? What if these ideas are more real than you think?

Cool Wardrobe Hacks Expand your wardrobe options without overspending! Learn from the Fashion Designer Anastasya Kryukova on how to transform one piece of clothing into five different outfits perfect for any occasion.

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Cover Story: Andrei Hurzhyi and Andrey Kazak, aka The Andreys; MCs, Event Organizers, Wedding Consultants, Style Icons.

Story Engagement 101 Creative Director: Anya Astapova Photo by: Olha Melokhina www.OlhaPhotography.com

36 On a Personal Note Silicon Valley Thought Leader Pavel Cherkashin shares his insight on robotics, cryptocurrency, and the industries of the future.

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The BEST by Russian-Speaking Community Business Award Ceremony is a one night journey into the fascinating world of Slavic California! The event is dedicated to acknowledgement of businesses & organizations voted Best for their exceptional services rendered to Russian-speaking Californians.

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1 Masters of Ceremony, Tim Ray, RegionalVice President External Affairs, AT&T; Bethany Crouch, CBS13 | CW31 Good Day Sacramento 2Sergey Ivannikovand Alessandra Ensch with Russian American Media present Best Multicultural Education Program Award to Michael Gillespie, Assistant Superintendent, and Larissa Gonchar, Principal, Gateway Community Charters. 3 Bethany Crouch, CBS13 | CW31 Good Day Sacramento; Robert Dugan, Director of Government Affairs at Sacramento State University; Anya Astapova, Creative Director at Russian American Media; David Nelson, Regional Liaison Manager for the 1st District of the California State Board of Equalization.

4 Cyr wheel performance by Nick Steward, New Zealand’s top circus performer and the Bronze medalist in the Wheel Gymnastics World Championship. 5 Waltz Ballroom dance performance by Sergey Malko and Jennifer Farnworth, Malko Dance Academy. 6 Gamzatti classical ballet performance by Kirsty Remedios, Bellissima European Dance Academy. 7 Russian American Media staff : Margret Okunev, Anya Astapova, Olya Ivannikov, Angelica Strijaous, Luba Chosenko, Daria M Kotserubov. 8 Congressman Ami Bera presents Business of the Year Award to Valentin Razumovsky, Maxton Builders. 9 Feruza Burhan, Business Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo and Tamara Berg, KCRA 3 Anchor. 10 Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and Russian American Media CEO Sergey Ivannikov present Dr. Yan Kalika, Image Orthodontics with the Partner in Philanthropy Award. 11 Max Boyko, Hybrid Broker Realty; John Nypl, California Crane; Akash Lal, LAL Development; Justin Flannery, House Kitchen & Bar Restaurant; Tariq Munir, Pinkberry, IHOP and Johnny Rockets restaurants.

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Miss Russian California 2017 beauty pageant provides prominent young women of Slavic descent with a platform to exemplify community leadership, educational achievements, and professional accomplishments

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1 The pageant’s Opening Act featuring a Bellissima European Dance Academy performance 2 The Game of Shadows, a featured performance of Miss Russian California 2017 pageant 3 Ksenia Matiz, Miss Russian California 2017 - Best in Sportswear 4 Katrina Ponina, Miss Russian California 2016 5 Margarita Harris, a Miss Russian California Top 10 finalist 6 Ulyana Zilbermints, Miss Russian California 2017 1st Runner-up 7 Olga Sigmundson, pageant winner of “Miss Russian California 2017” title 8 Andrei Hurzhyi and Andrey Kazak, aka The Andreys, host live interviews with the contestants 9 Ballroom dance medley performed by Vova Buton and Tran Nguyen, VOS Dance & Drum Studios 10 Anastasia Shirokova, winner of pageant’s Miss Photogenic 2017 title 11 Miss Russian California 2017 Top 10 Finalists: Sofiya Kot, Elizaveth Lebedeva, Kseniya Matiz, Julie Pautov, Margarita Harris, Olga Sigmundson (title winner), Ulyana Zilbermints, Luba Pislar, Adina Yurchak, Katy Goldstein, Anastasia Shirokova

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“Christmas Lights” for underprivileged children is a “Christmas celebration” making difference in lives of children.

This celebration breaks the grip of poverty by reassuring these children that they are worthy of love, care, and a chance for happiness despite their economic and personal hardships.

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Over the past dozen years, Christmas Lights has served over 3,000 children from local foster care and non-profit organizations.

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1 Over 680 underprivileged children are treated to a Red Carpet Welcome as they arrive to the event location at Capital Christian Center. 2 Kids enjoy a festive holiday dinner generously sponsored by Chick-fil-A Arden Way and Rivergate Cordova. 3 Holiday cheer is in the air with an interactive stage program that includes games, prizes, and live entertainment. 4 Miss Russian California 2017 Olga Sigmundson creates “the princess moment” for a little girl as she passes on a tiara. 5 Capital Christian Center mascot entertains the children. 6 Children sing along to “Scars to Your Beautiful” performed by Polina Astapova. 7 Games, prizes, and giveaways help keep young audience engaged during the show. 8 Christmas Lights host Moses Strizhaus. 9 A personalized holiday gift is sponsored for each child. 10 Akash Lal and Sina R. Zadegan along with other volunteers greet children upon arrival. 11 Event Sponsor Dariy Bek, Hot Tech Repair, and event co-organizer Sergey Ivannikov, Russian American Media

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Why a business plan is a must for your company 2. A business plan can help you determine how to spend your time and money most effectively. It can help you estimate what you’ll need to spend to reach your goals, whether that means adding an IT expert or retaining an accountant.

3. A business plan may help you as you seek funding for your business. Some lenders require a formal plan before extending a loan or line of credit. Investors also want to see how you map out your strategy and goals.

As a business owner, you’re focused on the day-to-day.

It’s challenging and rewarding. You have a vision for your business, where you want to go next, but the daily demands can make it hard to turn your vision into a formal business plan.

But having that business plan is critical. It’s your roadmap. It helps you balance short- and long-term goals, assess customer needs, and size up your competition. It’s a real-time document that charts where you’re going and how you’re going to get there. It’s a foundation for future success.

Creating a business plan can be simple with the right tools and guidance, and it can pay off in a big way.

Consider these five reasons why you should create a business plan.

1. A business plan can serve as a guide through your company’s life cycle, from startup to growth to succession planning. Gaining competitive intelligence and customer insights is critical for your plan. You just might discover a new target market that’s willing to pay a premium price for your product or service. With that information, you might re-target your marketing efforts, improve customer loyalty, or maximize sales.

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Bright Christmas is a charity program that provides children with special needs with an opportunity to experience the joy of the holiday season. The program primarily serves children affected by autism spectrum disorders and Down syndrome.

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9 Tie Zhang, Frank Gayaldo, Dariy Bek, Sergey Ivannikov, and Capital Christian Center mascots. 10 Each family receives a Christmas stocking with presents. 11 Jody Vaughn, Children’s Ministry Pastor at Capital Christian Center, with wife Missy Vaughn and their children.

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The local McDonald’s restaurant owners from Northern California proudly support the Russian speaking community in Sacramento.

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publisher’s note

“Hawaii — I should’ve gone to Hawaii.” This though was pounding in my head as I was standing in the parking lot of the Keflavík International Airport at 5 o’clock in the morning.

My chief editor talked me into trading my usual winter getaway to Hawaii for a photo reporting trip to Iceland. “It will be fun,” she said...

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I tried not to slip on the sheer layer of ice which covered the sidewalks as I made my way towards the rental car terminal. The conversation with the rental car clerk reinforced my regrets. I’ve learned of a hundred ways I could die in Iceland as he was trying to sell me overpriced travel insurance.

“Should’ve gone to Hawaii,” I told myself once again as I was leaving the airport in a budget rental car.

The next six days in this land of paradox proved me wrong.

It turned out to be one of the brightest adventures of my life.

I got to climb the largest glacier in Europe, explore crystal ice caves, and watch the Northern Lights set the sky on fire. I tried some incredible food and met some amazing people from different parts of the world.

The number of tourists visiting Iceland last year reached almost 2 million. This wasn’t the

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RAIN case a few decades ago. I met with the family who opened one of the first tour operating companies back in the 80’s.

Their idea seemed absurd at the time since tourism was almost nonexistent. Today their company is one of the largest tour operators in the country.

In the same manner, a college student majoring in computer science saw a business opportunity in the midst of economic turmoil that followed the collapse of the Soviet Union. When everyone else was trying to flee the country, he realized that economic changes presented great opportunities for foreign investors. Together with a group of friends he opened a travel agency that toured foreign investors around Russia. Their idea was well received and soon the agency was serving clients worldwide. Several decades later that young man became a reputable venture capitalist who helps businesses from all over the world get a foot in the door of the Silicon Valley. photo by: OlhaPhotography.com

“Some people feel the rain.

Others just get wet.”

Bob Marley

Some people live life by going through the motions, getting caught up in everyday routine. I encourage you to “feel the rain”, experience new things in life, whether it means traveling to a new place, trying a new look, or grabbing a new business opportunity as it passes by. Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. I hope the stories in this issue inspire you to live your life to the fullest!

Sergey Ivannikov Publisher RussianAmericanMedia.com

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Iceland is one of the most unconventional travel destinations on the planet.

It is a country of paradox where fire and ice, light and darkness, coexist together, creating dramatic, unforgettable landscapes. The island is situated on active volcanoes covered with the largest glaciers in Europe. Hot lava heats underground water which springs to the surface in the form of mineral hot springs, creating some of the best geothermal spas in the world.

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You can chase the Northern Lights on your own without booking a tour. All you need is a strong aurora activity, a clear sky, and no light pollution.

Iceland has two great websited to predict cloud coverage and Aurora activity

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Northern Lights The Aurora Borealis is a spectacular light show with distinctive glowing lights dancing across the night sky.

This unique natural wonder is one of the top attractions most visitors wish to experience while in Iceland.

The best chance to see the lights when the aurora activity is high is when it is cold, dark and the sky is clear. There are lots of tours that offer Aurora Excursions. Since northern lights is a natural phenomenon which is impossible to predict, most excursions pledge to take you again on a free tour in case if you don’t see the lights the first time around. Smaller tours with offroad jeeps or mini-vans generally get better reviews than large tour buses, as small tours tend to be less crowded and more personal.

Make sure to book your Northern Lights tour in the beginning of the trip to allow enough time for a re-run in case you don’t get lucky the first time around.

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A trip to Iceland is a unique travel experience. Here are some tips that may help you make an unforgettable trip to this land of fire and ice.

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Iceland is a tiny patch of land lost in the midst of North-Atlantic Ocean just to the south of the Arctic Circle.

Iceland is a tiny patch of land lost in the midst of the North-Atlantic Ocean just to the south of the Arctic Circle. This Nordic island nation has become the latest travel obsession with almost two million tourists visiting this country last year.

Daylight in Iceland gets tricky.

During the winter there are only a few hours of effective daylight with sun fully rising as late as 10 am and setting as early as 3 PM. In contrast, the summertime is marked by the “midnight sun”, a natural phenomenon when the sun does not fully set at all, creating a mysterious lasting twilight during the night. This game of light creates a perfect setting for two great nocturnal attractions, the Aurora Borealis during the winter and the “midnight sun” during the summer.

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THINK TWICE BEFORE BOOKING A HOTEL Booking a hotel is the first thing you’d be tempted to do when planning your trip to Iceland. Most tourists reserve their entire hotel accommodations in Reykjavik, the capital city which offers lots of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Big mistake.

While Reykjavik is definitely the best place to stay while in Iceland, most top adventures including glaciers, ice caves, waterfalls, and geysers are located on the South side of the island, some 450 km away from the capital.

If you are interested in exploring the best of Iceland you would need to spend a night or two away from the capital. Plan your adventures first, then make your hotel reservations. Chances are you will need to book several different accommodations.

EXPERIENCE BLUE LAGOON GEOTHERMAL SPA Due to active volcanic activity, Iceland relies on geothermal energy — water heated by the flowing lava underground. This creates lots of natural hot springs all around the island. Many pools have been turned into public swimming pools or day spas, with the most famous one being the Blue Lagoon.

The island is situated on active volcanos which explain natural wonder of geothermal hot pools that can be found all over the country. Some hot springs remain untouched while other are elevated to world famous luxurious geothermal spas like Blue Lagoon.

TAKE A TOUR TO A CRYSTAL ICE CAVE During the winter, glacier rivers form a mesmerizing natural phenomenon called crystal blue ice caves. The caves vary in shape and size with some of them large enough to fit dozens of people. Standing inside an ice cave feels like finding yourself in the center of a crystal ball. It’s an adventure not to be missed since there are very few places on the planet which offer such an amazing experience.

Since caves are hidden in the guts of the glaciers, you can only access them by booking a guided tour. You can choose an easy tour where you’d be taken to a cave on an off-road vehicle, or go extreme and hike or climb the glacier to get to a cave. There are lots of great companies that offer guided ice cave tours. I recommend Glacier Adventures as they offer a great price-to-quality ratio and have some of the friendliest guides in Iceland. www.glacieradventure.is

EXPLORE EUROPE’S LARGEST GLACIERS Iceland accounts for the largest ice caps in all of Europe with several enormous glaciers stretching for miles on top of active volcanos. Their edges overflow into the dry land and look like giant tongues of ice, and create unique, alienated landscapes that feel like a different planet. The glaciers have been used as a backdrop for many Hollywood blockbusters including Interstellar, Star Trek, and Star Wars.

These massive blocks of ice provide some incredible adventures, from low-impact glacier walks to extreme ice climbing tours. Standing on a solid block of ice with crampons on your feet is an unparalleled experience!

Whatever adventure you fancy, you do need a professional guide to make it out alive and well.

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UNICORNS ARE REAL, AREN’T THEY? Icelandic horses resemble magical unicorns. This special breed developed in Iceland is small and looks like a pony with a full mane and beautiful long tail.

They usually have a distinct personality and do indeed resemble mythical creatures. Horse are incredibly popular in Iceland. You can easily spot them in a herd along the road while traveling through the countryside. Plan to stop by one of the many horse farms to take a closer look at these cuties; most of them will even pose ictures.

RENT A CAR Iceland offers lots of transportation options to get around. You can ride a comfortable charter bus from the airport to Reykjavik and get around the city using public transportation or by foot. Most local tours also include a complimentary ride. Nevertheless, having your own means of transportation is definitely worth it.

A visit to Iceland is not complete without a drive along the island or at least to the south shore. Glaciers, ice caves, and animal farms are all located on the southeast side of the country which is a good five hour drive from Reykjavik. Some companies include a coach bus and a hotel room in the price of their glacier tours, but this way you miss lots of fun stops along the way. Rent a car if you can. The roads in Iceland are great and there is barely any traffic. Buy a data card for your smartphone at the airport and use it as a navigation device. Make rental reservations and buy insurance ahead of time as the prices at the site grow exponentially.

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STEP 1 FIND YOUR PERSON No one is perfect yet there is someone perfect for everyone!

Love is a beautiful thing and there is no greater joy than finding the right person for you. They say true love is not when you find someone you can live with for the rest of your life, but rather finding someone you cannot imagine living without.

STEP 2 CHOOSE A RING Let’s say you found the one and feel ready to pop the question.

Next thing you need is a ring — THE RING, to be exact.

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With well over a hundred hosted weddings under our belt we are absolutely certain that there is a special person for everyone out there. Still looking for yours?

Keep reading so when you find him or her, you’ll be well familiar with the game plan. Already have someone special in mind? Take our advice on what to do next.

Once you find such a person and you’re ready to pop the question, you are going to need one more thing - a ring. Even though traditions vary from culture to culture, it is almost impossible to imagine a proposal without a diamond ring.

It has to be something special, something that will leave her in awe and will make her smile every time she looks at it.

Finding the right ring could be a pretty intimidating task, so let us walk you through the main things you should know about engagement rings.

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STEP 3 POP THE QUESTION

Here are three ways to pop the question: PUBLIC Recently we were at the Golden1 Center enjoying a Sacramento Kings game. Suddenly a guy three rows down stood up, got on one knee, and asked his girlfriend to marry him. She was simply astonished. They looked at each other like there was no one else in the room while the rest of the crowd forgot all about the game and redirected their attention to the girl about to give her answer. She said, "Yes", and people went wild with applause. This was a public marriage proposal.

INTIMATE Not much of a public person? Go for an intimate proposal. The key is to choose the right place, somewhere that has a special meaning for the two of you. It could be a place where you first met, where you went on your first date, or said "I love you" for the first time.

CLOSE-KNIT Feeling somewhere in between? Go with a close-knit proposal, surrounding yourself with your closest friends and family, and pop the question amongst the people who care about you the most. It could be a family gathering, a trip with friends, or any other setting where both of you feel comfortable.

THE SIZE

THE CUT

THE CLARITY

THE SHAPE

Does size matter?

Absolutely! Larger heavier diamonds are rarer which makes them more expensive. However, bigger is not always better.

WWDiamonds are measured in carats which is a unit of weight, not size. The weight of a diamond is much more important that its size.

Cut is the most important characteristic of a diamond. Well cut diamonds shine brighter and appear bigger. It is better to go for a lighter diamond cut to maximize its shine than get a bigger rock that might not look as brilliant due to a poor cut.

Last important characteristic of a diamond is clarity. The majority of diamonds have tiny imperfections.

Those with fewer imperfections receive higher clarity grades. The diamonds with no visual imperfections have the best value.

Diamonds come in all shapes and sizes from a classic round to a brilliant princess cut.

Most ladies have a preference when it comes to the design of their engagement ring, so remember, you are buying it for HER! Pick something that SHE likes. To get an idea about her taste check out the jewelry that she already has.

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PA V E L

CHERKASHIN

SILICON VA L L E Y THOUGHT LEADER

by Olga Garicichina

The Country Manager at Adobe Systems for Russia, the GM of online services for Microsoft, the Country Manager for ORACLE in Russia and CIS countries — these are just a few professional highlights of our featured guests, Pavel Cherkashin.

Cherkashin holds a Ph. D. in Computer Science and has a remarkable executive experience in some of the world’s most affluent tech companies, including Adobe, Microsoft, and ORACLE. Increasing Adobe Systems sales by ten times in just three year and building and managing a team of 3,000 people for the region of Russian are some of the milestones of Pavel’s corporate career.

After spending almost a decade in the corporate world, Pavel went back to where it all began - the private sector. Cherkashin resides in the Bay Area with the Silicon Valley as his backyard. Today he is a private entrepreneur and a venture capitalist invested in helping promising startups go global. But this journey to the top of the tech pyramid began years ago in the midst of the chaos that followed the fall of the Soviet Union back in the 90’s.

This is an incredible story of a computer scientist who made it big in the corporate world, built wealth in the private sector, and moved on to introduce global perspective to the Silicon Valley.

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on a personal note You can’t imagine your life without…

My family.

The thing you regret the most is…

Getting people upset.

Your role model is…

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla Motors associated with PayPal, SpaceX, and Solar City. Musk is on the Forbes list of Most Powerful People and, in my opinion, he did more good for humankind than any politician alive.

Are you afraid of getting old?

Definitely. It inspires me to move faster and live more fully.

Human weakness you could excuse…

Insanity and valiancy.

In your wildest dreams you would…

Make humans immortal using artificial intelligence, establish contact with extraterrestrial civilizations, and go on vacation to Mars.

The thing you like the most about Silicon Valley It attracts my kind of crazy people.

You have a blast when…

I see that my work makes people happy.

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You are a resident of Silicon Valley, the global center for tech innovations. How do you like it?

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You have held high level executive positions with some of the most auent Tech companies in the world.

Why did you decide to jump o the corporate wagon and go back to the private sector?

What are the main qualities of a successful entrepreneur?

Silicon Valley has a unique, open-minded environment. It reminds of a giant international market of creative minds, ground-breaking ideas, and technologies. It encourages people with great potential and investors with vast capital to get together and make great things happen.

My career with Microsoft and Adobe Systems gave me an invaluable experience and provided a unique insight into the internal workings of a corporate machine. If you succeed in a corporate world, your decisions are justified. If you miscalculate and make a mistake you take a big blow.

Corporate structure makes the decision process extremely difficult and risky because one mistake can launch a chain reaction that would affect the entire organization. I am a risk-taker. What I like about the private sector is the ability to make my own decisions and bear responsibility for the outcome.

An entrepreneur by definition is someone who has the ability to make strategic decisions in a constantly changing, uncertain environment. A corporate officer may postpone a decision and delegate or share responsibilities; an entrepreneur needs to act fast.

The ability to make decisions fast and bear responsibility for the outcome are musts for any successful entrepreneur.

How did you earn your starting capital?

Did anyone you met during those times leave a lasting impression on you?

Some people are concerned with the rapid development of robotics and artificial intelligence. What is your take on global robotization and AI?

Oh… It was back in my college years during the 90’s, right after the collapse of the Soviet Union. It was the most outrageous time in the history of Russia, with economic turmoil, sky-rocking crime rates, mobs, corruption, you name it. My friends and I decided to open a travel agency that would cater to foreigners visiting Russia. Since I was fluent in English I was a private tour guide for lots of fascinating business people who dared to visit Russia during that criminallyromantic era. A few years later our travel agency became a large tour operator, carrying out charter flights and partnering with hundreds of foreign companies all over the world.

I met lots of interesting people during those days but one of them impressed me the most. It was a retired executive of General Motors. He came to Russian at his own expense to provide free consulting services to the Russian automaker “GAZ”. I was deeply struck by the fact that a person was willing to travel to a foreign country at his own expense and share his knowledge and experience for free to benefit our auto industry.

Does your close encounter with technology and AI affect the way you raise your three children? Would you encourage them to get a career in tech?

I strongly believe that children should be allowed to choose for themselves when it comes to their hobbies and career choice. That’s what my parents did when I was a child. I was involved in a great number of activities and sports as a kid, anything from chess to horseback riding, and my parents always allowed me to choose what I wanted to do. I find this a great parental strategy because it helps children develop in their areas of strength.

How do you see the future of cryptocurrency?

Is it going to last?

Absolutely! Traditional currencies are outdated and do not meet current market needs. They’re inconvenient for micropayments, create difficulties in international transactions, and are influenced by political factors, to name just a few issues. Cryptocurrencies will solve all of these problems and more.

So far, its biggest flaw is volatility (instability) but it is only a matter of time until this matter is solved.

What is the most extreme thing you have ever done?

I have been on the barricades of three revolutions, two in Russia, in 1991 and 1993, and one in Ukraine during the Orange Revolution in 2004. But perhaps the most extreme thing I have ever tried was an expedition I did as a kid to the Arctic Circle on the Kola Peninsula.

The conditions were extreme, it was so cold that I got frostbite on my fingers, nose, and ears. I was severely dehydrated and utterly tired. I was only 14 years old at the time. This expedition taught me to push myself beyond my limits and survive in extreme conditions.

It was the best training for my character and willpower.

One of the main concerns over robotics is that it may revolutionize the workplace, taking over some of the jobs traditionally held by humans. I believe that evolution of AI is a great thing that could spare people from hollow routine work and allow them to engage in more meaningful jobs that help to realize one’s full potential.

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CHiC LOOKS Six

One Designer Piece Make a fashion statement by transforming one versatile piece of clothing into five effortless looks fit for every occasion!

An outfit should fit the occasion. A cocktail dress is the cutest thing to wear to a restaurant and the worst choice to pass through the airport security check. Having separate outfits for various occasions could get expensive.

Save money and space in your closet by transforming one versatile piece into five effortless looks with style tips.

from Fashion Designer

ANASTASYA KRYUKOVA

1 DAY TIME

Casual

Heading out to the mall after work? Here is an idea to turn some heads around! Wear the tunic with a turtleneck sweater, a midsize faux fur vest; and some color tights. Finish the look with a belt and a hat and some tall boots. You can take it up a notch with an oversized statement necklace and some bold sunglasses.

2 GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT

Playful

Looking for a cute and sexy outfit to go out with the girls? Shorten the tunic and wear it as a crop top! Paired it with a sparkly or colorful mini skirt, some hand warmers, and a long necklace or a scarf. Add a beanie hat and small funky bag to make chic and playful.

3 DINNER DATE

Sexy

Going out for a dinner date? Steal the show with this Madonna inspired outfit! Tuck in the tunic in and wear it with a corset, flare pants, and high heels. Add a chunky bracelet, some earrings, and a gold choker for extra effect. Want to dress to impress? Add some long gloves for an extra effect.

4 SUNDAY BRUNCH

Relaxed

Planning on a laidback brunch with friends on a weekend? Stay effortlessly amazing by paring the tunic with some bright tights, a fur vest, and casual boots. Finish the look with an oversized clutch, a statement bracelet, and some cool earrings.

5 OFFICE FASHIONISTA

Professional

Rock the office dress code with this bold modern business look! Wear the tunic shortened or tucked in and pair it with a bright velvet jacket and a pencil skirt.

Complete the look with a briefcase, a long pearl necklace, and some stud pearl earrings.

6 ROAD TRIP

Relaxed

Who said you can’t look stylish while traveling? Here is a great idea on a travel outfit that is comfortable yet fancy. Wear the tunic with a long thin belt, leggings, and flats. Stay warm with an oversized pleaded scarf and wear some earrings and a ring worn for additional accessories.

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4 Innovative Startups That Took Off Back in 2004 a 19-year old Harvard sophomore Mark Zuckerberg, together with his campus roommates, launched an unprecedented student networking service, the Facebook. By 2010 the sketchy startup turned into a global social network that changed the way people communicate, making Zuckerberg a millionaire.

This was the beginning of the startup “gold rush” era when masses of ambitious entrepreneurs with little more than a great idea, written on a napkin, stormed Silicon Valley looking to become the next Big Thing. Some of them made it big, many more went broke trying. The notion that launching a startup is an easy break is a myth. Berkeley and Stanford faculty members’ research shows that 92% of startups fail within the first 3 years.

In reality it takes hard work, massive capital, and the right product for the right market to make an idea work.

We present you with four startups with different areas of expertise that beat the odds and took off in this oversaturated, highly competitive, and ever changing market.

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Greed and lack of experience are the main reasons young startupers fail. Do not pursue millions — find something that people need, create a high quality product to meet this demand, and market it to the right audience. The money will follow.

Victor Shaburov

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Hack Temple Business www.hackt.com

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Company Area Website

Looksery Inc Tech www.looksery.com

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Maryna Vermishian COO & Business Development, Luciding

Company Area Website

Luciding Inc Sci/Tech www.luciding.com

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Valentin Razumovsky Founder, Maxton Builders

Company Focus Website

Maxton Builders Construction www.maxtonbuilders.com

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Why

How Luciding Inc

An average person spends a third of their life sleeping. Luciding Inc. invented Lucid Catcher, an unprecedented device that allows people to control their dreams.

The device does not alter or violate any brain functions. A lucid dream is no different than a usual dream in terms of biochemical reactions.

Moreover, it promotes deeper sleep patterns and helps people feel refreshed when they wake up.

Lucid Catcher is a wearable band connected to an app.

It sends specific neuro signals to the prefrontal cortex of the brain while a person is falling asleep. These impulses allow the subject to maintain consciousness and control during the course of their dream.

In a lucid dream a person could try flying, traveling to a place that they always wanted to see, or playing their favorite sport, etc. Lucid dreams provide for a new way to relax and make the time spent sleeping count.

Hack Temple HACK Temple helps companies from all over the world scale businesses locally or get launched in the US market. The program offers mentorship with some of the top experts in Silicon Valley, providing training on the foundations of stratups, and access to amazing infrastructure and professional networks.

There are thousands of great startup ideas emerging all over the world. But any idea, no matter how brilliant, needs sufficient capital and the right strategy to take off.

Lots of startuppers come to Silicon Valley and the Bay Area looking for access to capital to fund their ideas. Unfortunately, the chances of launching a company and finding an investor are slim, without knowing your way around.

HACK Temple’s goal is to provide businesses with a competitive advantage by equipping them with the right connections, training, tools, and access to capital.

That’s where HACK TEMPLE comes in. The company provides businesses with connections, expertise and infrastructure needed to get a foot in the door of Silicon Valley.

The company provides matchmaking by bringing business owners investors, partners, and customers together to connect in an unorthodox venue set right in the heart of San Francisco.

Looksery Many people are intimidated to use video apps like Skype and FaceTime because of the awkward distortion caused by cameras.

Looksery, Inc. developed a software that allows you to transform your face through the use of filters in real-time through the camera on your cell phone.

Sounds familiar? This is exactly the type of software Snapchat is using for their filters which, as a matter of fact, are brainchildren of Looksery’s facial tracking technology.

Looksery, Inc. specializes in groundbreaking facial tracking and modification technologies, drastically improving the quality and satisfaction of real-time video communication. It also provides an unprecedented way for live entertainment, such as infamous Snapchat filters.

This technology tracks facial features and expressions and allows you to use your smartphone camera to modify or fully transform the way you look in real time.

For instance, it allows you to alter the shape of your nose, modify your skin and eye color, or fully transform yourself into a cartoon character.

Maxton Builders There are many reasons people feel the need to expand their living space. It may be an addition of a new family member, the fact that the kids got old enough to claim their own room, or simply the urge to add that study room you’ve always wanted. Unfortunately, expanding the living space usually comes down to moving to a bigger home since homeowners are constrained by the size of their lots and a gazillion building permits. Maxton Builders came up with an unconventional way to double living space without a hustle.

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Maxton Builders uses an unconventional way to expand the living space in a house without taking over any additional land. The company elevates the existing home, including the roof, and adds an additional floor on the bottom, making it a two-story unit. This technique allows to keep the old floor plan completely intact so that homeowners don’t have to change their living arrangements while the first floor is being built. Adding a new floor to an existing construction may double the living space and exponentially increase property value.

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Serving All Your Title and Escrow Needs.

STRONGER THAN EVER! First American Title

Did you know that First American Title has educational material available in Russian?

Ask us about material such as Life of an Escrow, Terms You Should Know, our Simply Stated Closing Summary and more!

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by Margret Okunev Every new year opens the door to a new world of beauty possibilities and closes it to those of the past. In 2017 we expect to see the more natural side to beauty.

So you're not entirely left in the dark, we've rounded up a list of the hair and beauty trends you should follow to be 2017’s “it girl”.

beauty TRENDS 2017

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CHEEKS The 80’s are back and fresher than ever!

Get your blush brushes ready because you're going to need them. This upcoming year, blush is meant to be seen with a new technique called “blush draping”. Makeup artists all over the world are reaching for their powder blushes to enhance facial features giving a distinct 80’s effect.

Tip: Apply a bold sweep of blush all the way up the cheek and toward the temples.

Finish with pearly highlighter across the temples.

HAIR Bangs are coming back in a major way! It doesn’t matter what kind of hair you have long, short, straight or messy - you can customize your cut to flatter your features.

With great bangs come great responsibility and a tad bit of patience. Since this trend is a little high-maintenance, you will need a few more appointments at your studio – every 2/3 weeks or so.

BROWS The cool thing about bangs is that you can completely revamp your style with a very small change!

It's all about the natural and slightly untamed brows in 2017 All you need is some clear brow gel and a spoolie brush, adding a little brow powder to fill any gaps need be, and you’re ready to go. Doesn't that seem easy? Yes – but there is an even easier way – Microblading!

Also, please, do us a favor (actually do yourself a favor): if you’ve never done this before, DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! We all know that the results would be terrible!

Trust me, I am speaking from experience.

If you thought this brow trend was going to disappear in 2017, think again. Microblading is a semi-permanent way to get full, natural-looking brows. Although it is a bit pricey, and some might say painful, it could last up to a year and it will take your brows to the next level!

SKIN The no makeup look is nothing new. But there is no denying that it has become popular in recent months. Stars like Kim KardashianWest and Alicia Keys are popularizing the clean skin look front row at fashion shows and even the red carpet.

Bonus tip: If you feel as though you still need more coverage, add a drop of foundation to a damp makeup sponge, then press the sponge to the target areas. A good makeup sponge is a “no-makeup” secret weapon.

Here are some tips on how you can rock the bare-faced look:

NAILS This mesmerizing trend makes nails look like a glistening metallic dream.

1 Hydrate!

2 Smooth a dot of

3

4

5 Curl your lashes and

6 Mix a pinkish nude

Well-hydrated skin look luminous

Comb on a tinted brow gel, focusing the most color on the arches

foundation under your eyes, around nostrils, and on red spots.

add a few light coats of mascara

Use just a little bit of liquid or cream blush & highlighter

Often paired with a pointed stiletto shape, chrome nails, aka mirror or hologram nails, are this year’s biggest trend.

Getting that chrome finish requires a gel polish base and a special powder that is carefully buffed on top in thin layers and sealed with topcoat.

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SERGEY MAHTESYAN, DDS

Best GENERAL DENTIST IN SACRAMENTO

Dr. Sergey Mahtesyan is a leading General Dentist of the Sacramento region. He heads Fine Touch Dental, a rapidly expanding dental practice that provides wide array of dental services from a routine cleaning to advanced implant services to meet every patient’s needs.

BUSINESSES VOTED BEST

BY SLAVIC CONSUMERS The section is dedicated to acknowledgement of businesses & organizations voted Best for their exceptional services rendered to the Russian-Speaking residents of our region. The winners are selected by the Slavic consumers via community’s most powerful media links such as Russian Observer newspaper, Russian Time Magazine, Russian Business Directory, and community internet hubs.

Slavic people have a true appreciation for quality products and good services.

Once you earn our business - we pay you back with loyalty and trust. That is exactly why some of the individuals and organizations spotlighted in this section have been voted best in their field of service for several years in a row.

That is why, for now 13 years, we take time to recognize those, who give Slavic people their best.

LUXE MEDSPA & LASER CLINIC

Best MEDICAL SPA IN SACRAMENTO

LUXE MedSpa and Laser Clinic is a luxurious spa that offers a deluxe spa experience and advance skincare services aimed to address moderate to severe skin problems. LUXE MedSpa tailors their patients needs and combines it with affordable financing for most of their treatments.

LUXE MedSpa offers collagen regeneration through plasma, Pelleve, and injectables such as Botox and fillers for those looking to address skin aging. LUXE MedSpa specializes in all ethnic skin types and treatment of minor to serious skin conditions such as Melasma and acne scars. LUXE personnel has over 30 years of combined experience in the medical and beauty industry. LUXE doctors and nurses constantly advance their skills through seminars and classes to stay on top of the latest skincare trends and provide an advanced clinical experience. The staff is fluent in Spanish and Russian and are committed to make their patients feel comfortable and rejuvenated.

2264 Fair Oaks Blvd. Ste 202 Sacramento, CA 95825 916-235 – 8777

ANNA PENKOV

Best LOAN

OFFICER

Anna represents Prime Lending which takes pride in being recognized as a premier mortgage lender offering a wide array of loan products.

Anna is an experienced mortgage professional dedicated to making every customer’s home loan experience a positive and a successful one. She excels in the mortgage business due to her core convictions of honesty, integrity, and service beyond expectations.

2277 Fair Oaks Blvd, Ste 325 Sacramento, CA 95825 916-296-7674 | 916-692-2286

Dr. Mahtesyan is committed to providing superior dental care, utilizing state-of-the art technologies and constantly advancing the procedures offered at Fine Touch Dental. The clinic is committed to delivering affordable high quality dentistry to average people. Fine Touch provides complimentary consultations and X-rays and charges no additional fees for (CT) Scans. The main advantage of Fine Touch Dental is definitely the convenience of having such complicated procedures as dental implants, implant overdentures, and implant-supported full mouth rehabilitation like All-On-4/teeth in a day, done under one roof by one acclaimed doctor.

701 Howe Ave, Suite B-34 Sacramento, CA 95825 916-800-7000 www.finetouchdentistry.com

COMMUNITY OUTREACH ACADEMY

Best MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION PROGRAM

Community Outreach Academy is extremely honored to be recognized with the Award of Excellence for the Best Multicultural Education Program.

WE ARE ALSO GRATEFUL FOR THE ABUNDANT SUPPORT FROM: - Sacramento Police Department - KVIE Public Television - Russian American Media - Rotary Club - Sacramento Republic FC - Afisha Media Group, and many other generous organizations and individuals.

on photo from left to right: Michael Gillespie Michael Serdi Sergey Terebkov Larissa Gonchar Tanya Kisel Vita Matviychuk Oksana Filatov Alex Banashko

This award is the result of a joint effort of COA’s staff, parents, students, and the community of the greater Sacramento region. Parental support greatly affects the success of COA, therefore, we applaud our parents and staff for their dedication and the partnership they have created.

The “Best of the Best” award belongs to all of us because we are a united team that strives for the success of all of our students academically, socially, physically, and emotionally through rigorous curriculum, character education, after school programs, interventions, visual and performing arts, athletics, and countless other extracurricular opportunities. COA continues to strive for excellence because, whatever it takes, our kids are worth it!

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LAW OFFICE OF HAYES H. GABLE III

Best CRIMINAL

LAW FIRM

Hayes H. Gable III is dedicated to providing the highest level of service to his clients and has Russian-speaking interpreters available at all times.

Mr. Gable provides representation of clients accused of crimes in both state and federal courts.

The firm’s sterling reputation has been earned by providing exceptional service to its clients.

Mr. Gable has several options for payment of its reasonable fees. Hayes H. Gable III is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist and has been recognized as one of the Top Attorneys in Northern California and Sacramento by Super Lawyers, has the highest peer review rating awarded by Martindale-Hubbell, and has been voted BEST Criminal Law Firm by the Russian-Speaking Community for the last several years.

“It is better that ten guilty persons escape than that one innocent suffer.”

William Blackstone

Hayes H. Gable III is one of the most experienced criminal law attorneys in the Capitol Region.

He has over 40 years of experience in handling all criminal case, including DWI, domestic violence, all misdemeanors and felonies.

1001 G Street, Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95814 EN: 916-446-3331 RU: 916-308-4974

ALLA V. VOROBETS, ATTORNEY AT LAW

Best CIVIL

LITIGATION ATTORNEY

The firm provides quality and aggressive representation to individuals and business entities in civil litigation matters.

Alla V. Vorobets is an experienced attorney and the head of a full-service law firm that provides a wide range of services including representation in the areas of personal injury, employment, real estate, bankruptcy, family law, trucking, business disputes, and civil litigation. Law Offices of Alla V. Vorobets offers efficient and costeffective legal representation without sacrificing quality and personal service.

The firm is dedicated to providing their clients with individualized attention. They work closely and diligently with clients in cases of all sizes. They aggressively investigate each case and make sure that their client’s rights are properly protected and their interests are represented. The firm is committed to providing the highest level of service to their clients at a fair cost.

Our principal attorney, Alla V. Vorobets, is fluent in Russian and Ukrainian languages and proficient in Spanish which allows delivery of legal services to often underrepresented members of local communities.

Once retained, the firm strives to limit their clients’ costs and fees. Client satisfaction and long term associations are more important to them than short term gains.

GASTRONOM KIEV

4790 Dewey Dr, Ste S-J Fair Oaks, CA 95628 916-966-8529

Patrons appreciate this store for an abundant inventory of fresh produce and beloved groceries imported from Gastronom Kiev Russia and Ukraine. The store carries is one of the a great variety of gourmet sausages, popular farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, fine UKRAINIAN most Ukrainian grocery meats, and organic milk products.

GROCERY stores in the Slavic It is also a great place for those who community.

STORE have a sweet tooth. The store offers a great selection of homemade cakes, sweets, and candy. Gastranom Kiev’s 916-344-7290 most popular delicacy is definitely Salo, 4900 Madison Ave, traditional Ukrainian cured pork fat.

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Best

TATYANA MALIHINA

CAPITOL BOWL

Best MORTGAGE

Best BOWLING ALLEY

SPECIALIST

Татьяна является Senior Loan officer в компании Alpine Mortgage.

A combination of reasonable prices, clean facility, and great dining make it a perfect place for a casual night out or your next big part.

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900 West Capitol Ave West Sacramento, CA 95691 916-371-4200

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SILVER COIN TAX SERVICES

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Silver Coin Tax Services was founded by Tatyana Marchenko, an experienced tax professional who specializes in individual tax return preparations for over 15 years.

Capitol Bowl is a fine bowling alley that offers fun entertainment for any occasion, from family friendly lane rentals by the hour to bold glow nights with parties, leagues, and loud music. The place has been newly renovated and is equipped with new alleys, flat screen TVs, and a game center.

Capitol Bowl is also famous for some surprisingly good food served at their restaurant. Some customers come just to dine.

Extensive experience and narrow scope of services give Silver Coin an edge on competitors. Tatyana constantly keeps up with ever-evolving tax rules and regulations to provide her clients with up-to-date information on refunds, credits, and optimal tax write off opportunities. The company offers great prices and personal customer service 4366 Auburn Blvd Sacramento, CA 95841 916-485-1055

COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL, INC.

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DRUG TESTING LAB The company specializes in medical testing, drug testing, DNA tests and workers compensation treatments.

This established three generation organization has been in business for over 25 years. CMI offers two locations and three medical providers to assure quick and reliable services.

3600 Power Inn Road, Ste. G, Sacramento, CA 95826 6000 Fairway Drive, Ste. 3, Rocklin, CA 95677 916 454-1423 office 916 454-2764 fax 916 717-6684 cell

Comprehensive Medical provides quick and accurate drug tests, exams, and programs to individuals, employers, Unions, courts, and government agencies.

The company is a leading pioneer in the industry with over four million federally approved tests performed since it first opened in 1992.

Comprehensive Medical takes pride in its highly qualified personnel, state of the art methods, and cutting edge technology. The company has doctors and an attorney on site and uses award winning medical review officers and electronic records to ensure accuracy and efficiency. All CMI employees undergo repeated training by experts in their fields and have never failed a federal audit. The company also performs all of their services under surveillance so employers can get live video of OSHA testing or work related evaluations. CMI is large enough to provide all levels of medical treatment yet small enough to create individual care plans for each guest, treating each individual patient like family.

Comprehensive Medical offers same day and next day appointments and guarantees competitive prices and quality services.

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GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Best INTERNATIONAL LEARNING PROGRAM

Gateway International is an authorized school for the International Baccalaureate program. GIS is a free public charter school serving students in grades TK-8.

The school is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate program for primary years. This elite program teaches students to be internationally minded, balanced, and reflective. Teachers have special training to use student interests as a basis for instruction.

All students take an elective in foreign language instruction, either Russian or Spanish. GIS has bilingual staff in both languages to support families. Transitional Kindergarten is offered for students who do not meet the Kindergarten age requirement. A free after school program is offered for enrichment with activities such as guitar and art lessons, and sports.

Gateway International School бесопасная и доброжелательная атмосфера для всех учащихся. Это бесплатная государственная школа с 0 по 8 классы. Наша школа является кандидатом IB начиная с 0 по 5 классы. Эта элитная программа учит детей быть образованными с глобальной точки зрения, понимать баланс и видеть пути дальнейшего роста.

Все ученики нашей школы изучают Русский или Испанский язык. Многоязычные сотрудники школы помогают семьям. Для малышей у нас есть Pre-school и бесплатная продлёнка для всех с уроками музыки, рисования и спортивными занятиями.

900 Morse Ave Sacramento, CA 95864 916-286-1985

VON HAUSEN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP

Best MERCEDES-BENZ DEALERSHIP

The dealership sells to 4,000 customers a year with nearly 20,000 MercedesBenz cars sold just in the last five years! As a part of the largest Mercedes-Benz dealer group in the northern California, VHAG has the highest allocation of vehicles which allows them to get you a vehicle faster than anyone else.

Mercedes-Benz of Sacramento 1810 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825 916-275-3184 - Loren Wilson

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Von Hausen Automotive Group is a flagship dealership which ranks the sixth largest new car dealer in the region.

The dealership offers an incredible selection of cars to choose from. Their inventory changes daily and ranges from 900 to 1,000 vehicles in stock with over $10 million worth of used cars. Whether you are pursuing a purchase or a lease of a new or preowned Mercedes, their vast inventory allows you to find exactly the vehicle you are dreaming to own!

VHAG employs eight of the top Mercedes-Benz technicians in the country and provides top of the line auto services and repairs.

Quick online pre-qualification for financing and leasing allows you to finance your dream car right on-site!

Mercedes-Benz of Rocklin 4747 Granite Dr, Rocklin, CA 95677 916-275-3518 - Alex Sepulveda

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MIKUNI

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Mikuni cuisine blends Japanese tradition with American innovation.

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Enjoy the best of Japanese cuisine in any one of nine Mikuni restaurants located in Fair Oaks, Roseville, Midtown, Elk Grove, Davis, Northstar California, Market Square at Arden Fair, Mikuni Kaizen in the Fountains at Roseville, and Folsom.

Dr. Marina Raikhel is a family physician with over 25 years of experience in Family Medicine. She specializes in novel treatment of diabetes, complex cholesterol problems, dermatological conditions and multiple gastrointestinal illnesses.

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DR. ANNA ALMONTE

Best OBGYN

Dr. Almonte is an advocate for prevention. She educates women about their health, helping them make informed decisions.

Dr. Almonte specializes in the personalized obstetric care of normal and high-risk pregnancies.

She effectively communicates with her patients in English, Russian, and Ukrainian. A visit to her office feels more like seeing a good friend than consulting with an OBGYN doctor.

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MATHNASIUM

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Math is not always an easy subject to grasp. Mathnasium learning centers offer a unique approach to math tutoring for students from second grade through calculus. These centers provide a comprehensive learning program that teaches math the way it makes sense.

The system is customized to fit students’ individual needs and learning style and is proven to help advance at the rate of one grade level every two to three months.

916-435-1400 www.mathnasium.com

Good math skills are mandatory for a career in engineering, science, medicine, finance, economics or business.

424-203-8984 310-373-8120 mraikhel@msn.com

Dr. Marina Raikhel graduated from University of Auckland School of Medicine in New Zealand and completed her residency at UCLA. She is currently practicing in Lomita, CA where she provides comprehensive medical care and runs Torrance Clinical Research Institute. Her special interests include diabetes, obesity, and metabolic disorders. However, her office also treats acute illnesses depending on the season such as the flu at the present time. She provides a unique opportunity for her patients to receive free medical care while participating in clinical trials. Patients receive novel treatments for diabetes, complex cholesterol problems, dermatological conditions, multiple gastrointestinal illnesses, as well as a variety of acute conditions. Her office accommodates patients seven days a week in order to provide clinical trial services that best fit their needs. Patients interested in learning more about their eligibility to receive free cutting-edge treatments may contact Dr. Raikhel’s office for a complimentary consultation.

OLEG OLIFERUK, DDS

Best DENTIST

IN FOLSOM

Dr. Oliferuk has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years.

Dr. Oliferuk provides his patients with personal approach and individual attention. The office of Family & Cosmetic Dentistry provides a wide range of dental services, from preventive and restorative dentistry to implant restorations. The office utilizes advanced dental technologies such as digital X-ray and CEREC, which allows the doctor to perform complex dental procedure, such as crowns and bridges, in a single visit.

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AMERICAN FURNITURE GALLERIES

Best FURNITURE STORE

American Furniture Galleries is one of Northern California’s premier home furnishing retailers providing quality, value and service through their four stores conveniently located in the greater Sacramento area.

The stores display over 195,000 square feet of name brand living room, family room, bedroom, dining room, youth furniture and home office furnishings covering all price points that fit our community’s budgets. American Furniture Galleries is one of Northern California’s premier home furnishing retailers. Our buyer shops worldwide to locate the best possible values in home furnishings.

The company continually shops competitors to guarantee our customers with the best prices on the market. AFG’s huge inventory often lets you pick up your purchase right away or have it delivered by a professional crew within a few days, not months.

American Furniture features four galleries, a 200,000 square foot warehouse, a fleet of 16 delivery trucks, and a staff of over 125 people to serve customers.

Fully trained sales consultants, professionally designed showrooms, aggressive pricing, automated warehouse and well maintained delivery systems are all brought together to optimize your furniture buying experience.

The American Furniture Galleries employs professional interior designers who set-up furniture displays to help customers visualize what their purchase would look like in their home.

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Irina Papina is a leading cosmetologist in San Diego. Irina provides quality therapeutic facial and hair removal services to enhance appearance, skin health and overall well-being of her clients. She pursues professionalism, honesty and integrity in her practice. Irina’s goal is to provide each patron with a unique, personalized experience. She gets familiar with her clients’ concerns while meeting with them for an initial consultation and skin analysis and then tailors her services to their individual needs.

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6850 Five Star Blvd, #1 12178 Tributary Point Dr. Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Rocklin, CA 95677 916-608-0924 916-786-9676

Olga Povarnitsina has 20 years of experience in health and wellness, she is with an innovative company that offers wellness products to slow down the aging process and increase the life endurance of human body. Olga joined the company back in 2012 fascinated by the innovative ground-breaking biotechnology used in unique, high-impact products offered by the company. She embraced global business opportunities offered by FG and became one of their leading representatives, helping people to maintain health, beauty, and financial stability.

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A+ HEATING

Best HEATING & AIR

A Plus Heating takes pride in utilizing only the best heating and air equipment for their projects.

CONDITIONING COMPANY

A Plus Heating is full service HVAC company that offers heating and air installation, maintenance, and repair services for residential and commercial projects. The company has been in business for over 12 years and has been accredited by many satisfied clients. The company also helps their clients optimize their energy consumption by advising on various energy efficiency programs and rebates.

916-207-8898 www.aplusheatingair.com

WORLD RELIEF

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HANLEES DAVIS TOYOTA

Best DEALERSHIP IN DAVIS

Hanlees Davis Toyota is an established car dealership that has been serving the Northern California region for over 30 years.

The organization is guided by the Biblical principles of hospitality and is connected with local churches and communities.

World Relief is a non-profit organization that has been serving the local community since 1989. The organization provides economic, social, and moral support for refuges, immigrants, and other individuals in need of immediate assistance. Over the years World Relief’s Resettlement Program has benefited over 30,000 refugees, providing them with resources, ESL lessons, and legal help.

3750 Auburn Blvd, Ste B Sacramento, CA 95821 916-978-2650 www.worldreliefsacramento.org

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Hanlees Toyota in Davis is one of the leading Toyota retailers, offering exclusive Toyota factory incentives. The dealership also has a large inventory of other makes and models including Jeep, Dodge, Kia, and RAM Trucks. Alongside with an impeccable service HDT guarantees best prices on the market, beating any advertising prices of their competitors.

As a car dealer Hanlees Toyota enjoys the challenge of meeting and exceeding customer expectations, demonstrating their commitment to excellence. Hanlees Davis Toyota has a bi-lingual staff that can assist customers in Ukrainian, Russian, Moldavian, Armenian, and Spanish languages.

Hanlees Toyota is known for serving their clients even after a car purchase is complete. The dealership proudly employs factory-trained technicians and offers a wide range of auto services from regular maintenance to expert repairs.

4202 Chiles Rd Davis, CA 95616 916-444-6776 707-365-8970

Best MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON

Dr. Antipov is a leading expert in dental implant surgery, wisdom tooth removal, corrective jaw surgery, facial reconstruction, and other oral and facial procedures.

Dr. Alexander Alex Antipov is devoting his care career to providing world-class healthful facial reconstruction. He offers healthf the most mo advanced techniques and surgica surgical equipment for dental implant corrective jaw surgeries; wisdom and co and other oral and facial tooth removal r procedures. His clinic, Galleria Oral proced Surgery, is located in and Maxillofacial Ma Rosevil Roseville, California.

911 Reserve Drive, Ste 150, Roseville, CA 95678 www.drantipov.com 916-783-2110

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Republic Services is one of the leading providers of waste and recycling services for residential, commercial and industrial waste.

Operating in 41 states and Puerto Rico, the company offers simple solutions to handle recycling and waste streams in a way that is easy and effortless. As environmental stewards, Republic Services offers comprehensive plans for universal waste, e-waste and organic waste. More than just a service provider, Republic Services is a trusted partner in the communities they serve. Providing cost-effective solutions, reliability and environmental responsibility has positioned them as an industry leader and preferred waste and recycling partner.

PITA KITCHEN PLUS

Best MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

Pita Kitchen Plus is a small Mediterranean restaurant that has become famous among the local foodies since it has first opened in June of 2009.

The place offers a fresh and healthy alternative to typical greasy burgers with fries.

Pita Kitchen serves the best Mediterranean cuisine prepared from scratch at the location according to the family recipes of executive Chef and restaurant owner Hosam Khalifeh.

“All prepared foods are made from scratch in the kitchen site daily, with no additives or preservatives used whatsoever.

We invite you to come in, taste our food and enjoy our service.”

Executive Chef & Owner Hosam Khalifeh 2989 Arden Way Sacramento, CA 95825 916-480-0560 1725 Santa Clara Dr Roseville, CA 95661 916-780-0665 www.pitakitchen.com

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Not only is Mediterranean cuisine good for you, it is also full of flavor and diversity. Pita’s menu ranges from authentic vegetarian entrees to freshly grilled kabobs prepared in special house marinades.

Restaurant’s ‘must have’ menu item is probably the Pita Kitchen Special Entrée – grilled marinated tender pieces of lamb, chicken, beef and kifta served with wild rice, salad, and their freshly baked pita bread. If you are willing to stretch beyond the ordinary fast food and give Pita’s healthy alternatives a try – you just might become a regular at this authentic Mediterranean eatery.

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TEREMOK

Best RUSSIAN

GROCERY STORE

Teremok is especially famous for their daily baked breads and hot food take-out selection.

Teremok is one of the best kept secrets of the local Slavic community in Sacramento.

This established Russian grocery store is hidden in a small courtyard on the intersection of Auburn Boulevard and Hemlock Street in Sacramento.

It is one of the favorite grocery stops for all those who cherish Slavic culinary food traditions. Teremok carries a great number of quality Slavic groceries including authentic European imports, traditional canned items, fresh produce from local farms, and a great selection of sausages, cheeses, and poultry. Teremok also offers a true spoiler for those with a sweet tooth. The store sells freshly baked goods, bulk sweets and chocolates, and European cakes and pastries. Their cafe offers freshly grilled kabobs, Uzbek pilov, smoked sausages and meats, hot Piroshkies and freshly-made salads along with other Slavic favorite delicacies. All items are prepared from scratch according to traditional Slavic recipes.

The cafe attracts lots of American customers interested in trying authentic Russian or Ukrainian food as well as Slavic regulars who stop by for a quick dinner take-out.

5519 Hemlock St Sacramento, CA 95841 916-334-4001

ELLIOT T ’S NATURAL FOODS

Best FAMILY OWNED

HEALTH FOOD STORE Elliott’s Natural Foods is a family owned health store founded in 1952.

The founders believed that access to proper nutrition, vitamins, and supplements could empower people to maintain wellness and good health.

Today, the next generation of this family continues to encourage health awareness by offering educated staff members and a Naturopathic doctor to assist customers. Elliott’s offers a wide variety of products, competitive prices, and a multi-lingual staff.

3347 El Camino Ave Sacramento, CA 95821 916-481-3173

IN & OUT SURFACES

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In and Out Surfaces specialize in luxury flooring installation including hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl, carpet, stone ad tile, artificial grass.

Quality flooring adds class and style to any environment, be it a residential house or a commercial building.

In and Out Surfaces makes luxury flooring affordable with great price for quality craftsmanship. The company offers a great selection of the finest carpet, hardwood, laminate and vinyl flooring, from the most respected brands in the flooring industry.

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Top10 REALTORS Mr. Esmailyan has over 10 years of experience in real estate combined with over 15 years of work in construction industry.

Albert Esmailyan is a real estate professional with an extensive background in construction and home improvement. Mr. Esmailyan brings his expertise to the table helping his clients. He evaluates real estate property condition and estimates potential repair and remodeling costs. He can also advise his clients on optimal home improvements that can increase their property value.

Mr. Esmailyan assists with selling or buying a house, hosts open houses, and can help locate a good investment property. He is fluent in three different languages, English, Russian, and Armenian, and is happy to help his fellow community members with their real estate needs.

Weichert, Realtors®-Galster Group 5006 Sunrise Blvd, Ste 100 Fair Oaks, CA 95628 916-370-8777

For years Slavic consumers voted for their favorite American businesses.

Today we have an increasing number of Slavic businesses voted The Best by our American patrons. “Mom & Pop” shops established decades ago by the Slavic community are becoming industry leaders.

Their products and services are winning over mainstream consumers’ trust.

It’s incredible to see Slavic professionals and business owners being accredited by American clients.

This is a tribute to those who put their heart, mind and soul into what they do, Slavic and Americans alike.

Best IPHONE REPAIR

2933 Fulton Ave Sacramento, CA 95821 916-969-8128 www.hottechrepair.com

With over eight years of experience, the professional and friendly staff at Hot Tech Repair will repair your device in a timely and affordable manner, using only OEM replacement parts to ensure you get the highest quality possible. Whether it’s a cracked screen, broken button, blown out speakers, or any other problem, Hot Tech Repair will provide the best solution.

LIGHTHOUSE CHIROPRACTIC TIC

Best CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE IN SACRAMENTO

With experienced and skilled technicians, they guarantee repairs or your money back with 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Dr. Morris Tai, DC C rs has over 21 years of experience in chiropractic field and sports medicine.

He is the only Advanced Biostructural Correction trained chiropractor in the region, practicing several highly advanced treatment techniques which allow treatment of serious back injuries such as back pain and disc herniations without twisting the neck and back. d Lighthouse Chiropractic is highly acclaimed al in the Slavic community and has a bi-lingual staff fluent in Ukrainian and Russian.

916-334-6262 2945 Ramco St #170, West Sacramento, CA 956911

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First American provides for safe, secure and confidential real estate transaction services across the United States and world-wide.

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First American Family of Companies plays an important role in helping people become homeowners and take a step towards achieving the American Dream. Company’s main business lines include title insurance and closing/ settlement services, title and other real property records, valuation products and services, home warranty products, property and casualty insurance, and banking, trust and investment advisory services.

2425 Fair Oaks Blvd, Ste 6 Sacramento, CA 95825 916-489-5800

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The agency offers their customers peace of mind by making sure that they are covered today as well as in the future.

Titanic Insurance Services is a leader in providing quality Auto, Home, Business, and Commercial Insurance protection for hundreds of individuals, families and businesses throughout California. Titanic Insurance is driven to provide superior customer service and low rates along with the ability to understand their customer’s coverage needs.

10063 Folsom Blvd. Suite C Sacramento CA 95827 916-857-0928

Their goal is to equip their clients with knowledge and direction needed to succeed in business.

The firm stays on top of technological and legal developments, utilizing the latest top of the line software and keeping up to date with law changes.

However, they are more than just a tax office. The agency stays open all year round to assist their clients with any accounting questions or needs throughout the year. Their goal is to equip their clients with knowledge and direction needed to succeed in business.

BMP AUTO SERVICE

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7275 32nd Street, North Highlands, CA 95660 916-334-7371 www.bim-mers.com

SALTS

Best MEDICAL SPA

BMP is a full service auto center with the state of the art diagnostic testers and genuine factory tools for maintenance and repair of luxury vehicles.

BMP Auto Service specializes in such deluxe makes such as Mercedes, BMW, Audi and Volkswagen, brands known to be both lavish and high maintenance. BMP offers a remedy to those drivers who are not willing to compromise their comfort for high maintenance costs. The service center meets dealership standards in quality of services offered while keeping their prices significantly lower than their competitors.

NADIA SHVETS

Best CHIROPRACTIC NUTRITIONAL PRACTICE

Nadia helps her clients develop a diet that gives more energy, prevents illness, and promotes youth and health.

5707 Marconi Ave, Ste C Carmichael, CA 95608 916-844-1007 www.atafirm.com

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The salon specializes in Halotheraphy, Float Theraphy, and Infrared Sauna.

SALTS Salon is a holistic spa that offers the deepest forms of relaxation accompanied with a number of health benefits.

The Halotheraphy room is a great remedy for those suffering from respiratory issues and skin problems, the infrared sauna detoxifies the body by removing toxins and waste products, and the Float therapy provides a luxurious escape from stress. SALTS is a unique place to relax, improve your health, or simply enjoy some amazing experience.

Dr. Linus Paulin said that you can trace every sickness and every disease to a nutritional deficiency. Nadia Shvets is doctor of chiropractic and nutritional consultant that provides her patients with an expert evaluation of their diet and lifestyle and makes recommendations on the kind of nutrients they need for a better health.

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