Business Briefs

Singer joins Michael Lee Team

Michael Lee Remodeling has added Mark Singer to its sales force. After some two decades of selling Andersen and Pella windows, he has accepted the challenge of helping people through the remodeling process.

He and his wife recently finished their lower level with Michael Lee. They decided to join Michael Lee. Singer is a Woodbury resident with his wife and three young children.

Michael Lee just completed its best year with revenues over $4 million and has aggressive expansion plan goal of $6 million by this time next year.

Michael Lee Inc. was founded in 2003. It is an award-winning company with a tradition of industry innovation and superior craftsmanship on home improvement projects.

For more information on Michael Lee, Inc., visit www.homeofyourdreams.com or call (651) 731-2345.

Self-Defense Classes at HÄLSA

Self-defense classes will be held at HÄLSA Fitness in Woodbury on Jan. 26 and 27.

This beginner-level class, taught by a certified self-defense instructor, will provide basic self-defense instruction for children and adults. The class will focus on skills including basic posture, making a scene, vital points of the body, and basic kicks and strikes. Intermediate- and advanced-level courses will be scheduled in the future.

Sign up for one of two available sessions: Saturday, Jan. 26, from noon to 2 p.m. or Sunday, Jan. 27, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Fees are $25 for adults (ages 16 and older) and $10 for children (ages 7 through 15).

To register, call (651) 730-5200 or visit HÄLSA Fitness at 707 Commerce Drive.

To contact the instructor, Roni Harless, e-mail roni@halsafitness.us.

‘Tastefully Simple’ consultants named

The following Woodbury residents have become independent consultants with Tastefully Simple Inc., a national direct-sales company featuring easy-to-prepare gourmet products:

Brenda Bertram, (612) 839-9741; Candace Hartman, (651) 730-8352; Jenny Shawgo, (651) 204-0141; Karen Longworth, (651) 702-9735; Laura Swanson, (507) 469-9260; and Tami Hill, (651) 773-1876.

As consultants, they offer the company’s gourmet foods and beverages to guests at home taste-testing parties. Guests receive samples, easy meal ideas, recipes and serving suggestions.

Another Woodbury resident and Tastefully Simple consultant, Suzanne Mortenson, was recently named a “Team Leader” by the company. She can be reached at (651) 734-9503.

For more information, visit www.tastefullysimple.com.

Business Networking meets

Business Networking of Woodbury is a non-compete networking group of business professionals committed to the development of their careers and the nurturing of their business skills.

Its goal is to assist members of the group in gaining customers, building business, and helping them to succeed.

As a first-time guest, persons are welcome to pass out business cards. They may also give and receive referrals. The group will ask visitors speak about themselves and their company, and how the group can help refer business.

Business Networking of Woodbury meets at 7:30 a.m. every Wednesday at McHatties Tea House located at 10350 Bailey Road.

For more information, call (612) 706-1424.

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