January 31 - February 13, 2014

HOMETOWN BUSINESS proles

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From left: Tony Randazzo, Ann Jackson, Dave Jockenhoefer, T.J. Rinn and Marlene Meeks.

From left: Anne Howitt, Marsha McHugh, Jim Summa and Susan Covey.

Lighting Associates Inc. recently celebrated its 30th year in the business of representing manufacturers of all types of lighting and lighting controls for commercial, industrial, residential and theatrical customers. I started the business in my basement with my wife and neighbor as the first employees, said David Jockenhoefer, president of Lighting Associates. After working for another company for nine years, I wanted to do my own thing. Jockenhoefer now works with partners Paul Warner and Joe Thomason, as well as his daughter Kristen, sister Ann Jackson and a staff of three dozen. Lighting Associates 36 employees range in age from 24 to 68, like a family of different generations. Thats a good spread for the future, Jockenhoefer said. One of the biggest changes in the business since Jockenhoefer started in 1982 is the evolution of bulbs. When I started in the lighting business,

Lighting Associates: Brightening Homes, Businesses For 30 Years

most fixtures used incandescent bulbs for residential, fluorescent for offices and highintensity discharge lamps for warehouses and outside lighting. Now its going to LED. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) emit very little heat as compared to incandescent bulbs, which release 90 percent of their energy as heat, and to compact fluorescent lights, which release about 80 percent of their energy as heat. Exposing students, employees and customers to natural full-spectrum LED lighting can lower stress and anxiety, improve productivity, and stimulate positive health and behavior, according to studies. Customers say they like the companys responsiveness, attitude and teamwork approach. You all have been the best co-workers ever, said customer Betty Moriarity. Even though we work for different companies, you have always been there to help and take care of customers. Different bosses, same team.

In business since 1980, Summa Jewelers has been at its new location, a beautifully restored historic building in downtown Kirkwood, since 2000. It offers a variety of beautiful diamond and colored stone jewelry, silver pieces from Georg Jensen and unique gifts from Rosetree Glass Studio, William Henry Knives and Schlanser Design Studio. Summa Jewelers is most known for gorgeous colored gems, super ideal cut diamonds, and high-quality jewelry. Jewelry restoration is done onsite by Jim Summa with laser welder technology. Whether you are shopping for a special jewelry gift or need your jewelry evaluated for repair or appraisal, everyone at Summa Jewelers has the knowledge, passion and experience to provide the finest quality service available, said Summa. Recently, Jim Summa expanded the appraisal portion of the business. He created an additional website, www stlouisjewelryappraisals. com, allowing consumers to learn about the

Summa Jewelers Known For High-Quality Gems & Now Appraisals

many types of appraisals. Jim Summa then broadened the appraisal and sales team to include Marsha McHugh and Anne Howitt. All three GIA graduate gemologists have achieved the highest American Gem Society rating for appraisers, Certified Gemologist Appraiser, and along with Manager Susan Covey bring more than 90 years of jewelry experience to every appraisal. Many times, insurance companies dont require detailed descriptions of your jewelry to obtain coverage. If you happen to have a loss, an accurate detailed document with multiple photographs becomes invaluable for replacement,, said Jim Summa. We never forget this when writing a document. No license is required for jewelry appraisers, so Summa recommends looking at a gemologists education and experience in the jewelry business when choosing an appraiser. Come visit Summa Jewelers showroom or either of its websites.

3216 S. Brentwood Blvd. Webster Groves 531-3500

www.laiweb.net.

www.summajewelers.com www.stlouisjewelryappraisals.com

115 W. Argonne Kirkwood 965-0046

From left: Alima, Ann, K.C., Debbie, Jill, Dr. Strohmeyer, Lucas, Oliver, Audrey, Sylvia.

From left: Eileen Wolf and Sue Waber.

Matthew F. Strohmeyer D.D.S. Provides Caring Dentistry in Brentwood

mended you to everyone I know and raved of the The Family Dental Practice of Matthew F. excellent care you provide. With sincere thanks Strohmeyer D.D.S. has grown since its April and appreciation. 2006 opening in Brentwood. Dr. Strohmeyer said he and his staff care so Dr. Strohmeyer offers comprehensive oral much about their patients and provide them with health care, including cosmetic procedures and the best care possible. Whether it is a routine patient education. He sees children of all ages, checkup, painful emergency or a cosmetic procesenior citizens and everyone in between. dure, all patients will leave feeling and looking We are continually building on our solid better, Strohmeyer continued. foundation established seven years ago, Dr. He also appreciates the referrals he gets from Strohmeyer said. We are always striving to offer his patients. the healthiest and highest quality dentistry. That We would be honored to be your oral health means adding procedures, products and attention care providers, said Dr. Strohmeyer. Research to detail that keep patients happy and healthy. is showing more and more how oral health can The staff includes office manager, Ann; regispositively and negatively affect overall health. If tered dental hygienist, K.C.; receptionist, Debbie; it has been awhile since you have seen a dentist, and dental assistants, Jessica and Alima. Dr. we would be more than happy to schedule a comStrohmeyers wife, Jill, is the office bookkeeper. prehensive oral examination and a professional Patients like the offices relaxed, friendly cleaning for you. We are currently atmosphere, plus the personal attention, the high accepting new patients. quality of dentistry, honesty and attention to Visit Matthew F. Strohmeyer D.D.S. detail. A new patient recently wrote: at www.strohmeyerdental.com. I have had the best experience coming to Matthew F. Strohmeyer, DDS, LLC your practice and wanted you all to know how important your friendliness, professionalism, Family Dental Practice and expertise is to me. Before I came to see Matthew F. Strohmeyer, DDS, LLC you, I hadnt been to see the dentist in six years! I was so afraid due to previous negaFamily Dental Practice tive experiences, but it has all been turned around thanks to you all. I have recom-

Individuals can experience relaxation and more at Body Temple Healing Arts, which features massage and related modalities. Sue Waber, owns Body Temple Healing Arts which she started in 2010. The business has grown from just me in one room in Kirkwood in 2010 to a huge, beautiful space in Old Webster with so much to offer. Some of those offerings include essential oil classes, makeover and facial interactive parties, craniosacral therapy, as well as Reiki, Pranic and related healing modalities. Body Temple also sells products, including Himalayan salt products, essential oils, Arbonne face and body products, locally handmade natural incense, Missourimade natural and organic soaps, Amethyst Biomats, and vitamins and supplements. I started in business because I knew I was not going to be happy working for someone else. I wanted freedom to do things how I felt best for clients, said Waber. The business continues to grow with various classes and

Take Time To Relax With Body Temple Healing Arts

events on the lower-level. Body Temple holds twice-monthly ultimate facial parties and monthly essential oil classes, with more classes and workshops planned. Waber works with massage therapist Eileen Wolf of Ompowered Wellness, who provides massages and wellness services in the Body Temple space. Wolf can be reached independently at 314-600-7673. Waber said she gets the most satisfaction from being able to help people from helping them relax for a while to assisting them with physical and emotional release and general well-being. I am blessed in that I truly love my job and I have many amazing and wonderful clients, she said. Wolf derives the most joy from helping others feel happier, healthier and more whole. Customers say they appreciate that they are taken care of and not rushed in and out, Waber said. That it is not just a massage but an experience that is about them.

8764 Manchester, Ste. 200 Brentwood 314-968-2483

www.strohmeyerdental.com

31 N. Gore Ave. Webster Groves 636-262-8769

www.bodytemplehealingarts.net