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It was an exciting day for all of us to be part of “The Hampton Roads Show” on Fox TV! Front Row from left to right, our host Cheryl Tan, Tyrone Kercher, owner/curator of the Premier Gallery in Ghent. Lynn Harrisberger, Shane Stelly, Connie Mehaffey. Back row: Suzy Swims and Kari Vincent with the Norfolk SPCA and artist Lisa Melita (who unfortunately – you didn’t get to see enough of!)

The pieces showcased in this segment were by Connie Togel, Lisa Melita, Sara Hunter, Lynn Harrisberger, Albert Doughty and Victoria Beales. The Premier Gallery of Ghent represents over 30 artists at the gallery!

This is tongue in cheek!

2010 Marks My 25th Year As An Official Business.

By official, I mean in the eyes of the State Incorporation Commission. (Actually, it’s 29 years total ) And, I can’t tell you how many of these “award” notices I receive every year from different companies. If I had “bought” all of the awards they’ve “given” me – I’d have no more room on my shelves or space on my wall.

Please Note: This beautiful “hand-polished” optical crystal award with faceted bevel edges, an attractive Crystal Base, and presentation box is only $179.00. But the best value is the Award Plaque PLUS Crystal Award for only $199.00 (Hmmm what should I do?)

If I had “purchased” awards from just this one company over the past 29 years – that is, if they’ve been in business that long – I would have spent $5,771

Since “The USCA hereby grants Harrisberger Creative Limited a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display this press release in any media formats and through any media channels.” I thought I’d go ahead and do just that so I can bring something very important to your attention…

There’s no telling how many other “Advertising Consultants” In Virginia Beach got this award, too.  Chances are…it wasn’t just me.

Bottom Line: To me, this is just another marketing gimmick. I confess, I fell for something similar to this in my early days of business, but I wised up really quickly. These marketing gimmicks come in lots of different forms like “Who’s Who” publications and awards,  just to name a few.

By the way, thanks for the award USCA! It looks great on the blog, but that’s about as far as it’s going to go. I think I’ll save myself that $199, and pat myself on the back for all the other awards I’ve “earned” in my career that are far more meaningful than “paid” prestige!

If you’ve received “awards” like this is the past, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this matter! Scroll all the way past the press release below, and leave your comments!

Here’s the Press Release For Harrisberger Creative:

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Harrisberger Creative Limited Receives 2010 Best of Virginia Beach Award

U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement

NEW YORK, NY, May 19, 2010 — Harrisberger Creative Limited has been selected for the 2010 Best of Virginia Beach Award in the Advertising Consultant category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2010 USCA Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a New York City based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association

CONTACT:
U.S. Commerce Association
Email: PublicRelations@us-ca.org
URL: http://www.us-ca.org

“The earth has provided us with many beautiful minerals, gemstones and precious metals,” adds Harrisberger. “Each stone has it’s own unique quality and personality which inspires the design. Then the stones are complimented by hand-fabricated precious metals. As a lapidary artist, I also cut and polish many of the stones I use in my work. . . . I work with sterling silver, karat golds, unique minerals, fossils, shell, and gemstones to create fine jewelry as ‘Art On You.’ Each piece of “Art ” is created with love, pride, and superb craftsmanship. The piece selected becomes an expression of each individual’s unique personality and style.” Lynn Harrisberger can be reached through her Web site at www.lynnharrisberger.com.

This post was originally seen in Colored Stone Magazine. The publication has just announced that it (and the website) would “soon be no more.” So for posterity’s sake (and mine) I’ve copied the original article to be archived here. Thanks for many years of inspiration and creativity for all of us ‘rock hounds” around the world!

Celebrating Women Magazine - Lynn Harrisberger | Fall Issue 2009

A Few Hours A Week Produces Full-Time Income For Lynn Harrisberger

Lynn Harrisberger has worn many hats in her life, all of them by design. Blessed with the ability to use “both sides of her brain,” Lynn has a knack for balancing several entrepreneurial careers at once, from advertising and marketing design to creating handcrafted fine art jewelry. And, she handles the marketing and business development for her husband’s two businesses.

Several years ago, Lynn’s husband left a chiropractic partnership to establish his own practice. The investment was substantial, and his income was greatly reduced for a number of years. Although Lynn was thankful for her earning power during that time, it came with a trade–off.

“While I was grateful to earn more money, it meant less flexibility to enjoy life,” say Lynn. Not long afterward, her mother’s heart attack became the defining moment that caused her to change her focus, purpose and priorities forever.

“Almost losing Mom made me realize how precious life is,” Lynn says. “When I was forced to make a gut-wrenching decision between a new business contract over being by my mom’s side, I vowed never to have to make those choices again.”

When she first heard about Waiora, Lynn’s plate was already full, but the opportunity to create financial freedom by investing a few hours per week was too much to resist.

With her mother a heart attack survivor and her father a soon-to-be cancer survivor, it wasn’t just about the money.

“With Waiora, I have the freedom to make rewarding choices – I was able to be by my father’s side when he needed my the most,” she says. “And, because of Waiora“>Waiora’s products, my parents’ health and quality of life is better now than ever before.”

Driving Lynn was a passion to make a significant contribution to the health and well-being of others. As Lynn says, “I would promote Waiora even if I wasn’t getting paid because of the value it brings to the people I know and love. When you discover your purpose in life, it’s easy to find the time to do what’s important – you just prioritize.”

Even though Lynn wears a lot of hats, she’s found Waiora“>Waiora to be a perfect fit.

“It’s about putting people first, giving value, making a positive impact on their lives and empowering them to create a lifetime of health and prosperity.” – Lynn Harrisberger