Deena Abbott
Marketing Consultant, National Sales Manager
WIBW Radio - 94.5 Country, 580-AM, Kansas Radio Networks

deena.abbott@morris.com
www.94country.com
www.580wibw.com

Deena has helped businesses with their advertising and marketing plans for over 16 years. Specializing in radio, she enjoys educating people about the advantages of radio advertising on 94.5 Country and 580-WIBW and how it can benefit your business (94.5 Country and 580-AM are NOT Cumulus stations!). Deena earned a BBA in Business Management and Marketing from Washburn University and has lived in Topeka since 1986. She’s a native Kansan who grew up on a farm near Burdick … she’s still a country girl at heart. Deena and her fiancé have a son, a daughter, two cats, one Pug and a lizard. She enjoys photography, being outside, traveling (especially to beaches), and spending time with family and friends. 

Betty Barker
Account Manager
Jayhawk File Express

Office: 785-232-9443
Cell: 785-580-6792
bbarker@jayhawkfile.com
www.jayhawkfile.com

Betty Barker has lived and worked in the Topeka community most of her adult life, primarily in the field of technology as the "network guy" as well as technology sales. In her role at Jayhawk File Express she helps companies to secure their paper and their electronic documents, protecting themselves, their businesses, and their customers from fraud, identity theft, and loss. Jayhawk File Express is certified by the National Association for Information Destruction and as such complies with the strictest security procedures. She likes helping people sleep well at night, knowing their data is secure.

Betty is married to Rick, a professor at Washburn University, and they have two adult children, one of whom will soon be in vet school at Kansas State University. They live in the country with three horses, two dogs, and several cats.

Sue Buckley
Sales Diva
Dynamic Computer Solutions

sueb@dcstopeka.com
www.DCSTopeka.com

Sue Buckley is THE sales diva for Dynamic Computer Solutions. Sue's energetic approach to customer relationships and superb service sets her apart in the ever changing technology world. Residing in Lawrence Kansas, she is an avid KU sports fan, and volunteers at her Sorority, as chapter adviser. She is also the proud mother two adult children and a spoiled dog.

Shawn Kelly
Kelly Electric, LLC

kellyelec@computingplus.biz

Karen Lambert
Owner
Great Plains Running Company

klambert@greatplainsrunning.com
www.greatplainsrunning.com

Karen Lambert, a walking enthusiast, co-owns The Great Plains Running Company along with her husband Willie Lambert, an avid runner. Together, along with a well-trained and highly dedicated crew, this team believes that they can tackle just about any foot that comes strolling through their front door. A free, computerized Stride Analysis, as well as, measuring both feet help to guarantee the custom fit GPRC has become know for in the community. Karen’s passions include her faith, family, friends and spreading the word about the old-fashioned customer service her company gives each and every client. Available for wellness fairs and any event focused on being intentional about a healthy lifestyle, Karen is always available to take her “show on the road.” Whether a walker or runner, your feet need GPRC.

Kathleen Levy
Holistic Health Practitioner
A Healing Place

kathleenhlevy@aol.com
www.AHealingPlace.biz

Kathleen has been in the health and wellness industry for more than 30 years. She is an LSCSW, personal trainer and pilates instructor. She is an independent distributor for Liquidity International and sells a line of organic Aloe Vera-based wellness, weight loss, and skincare products.

Shane Maendele
Operations & General Manager
Advanced Business Supply

shanem@ebizsoft.com
www.AdvancedBusinessSupply.com

ABS offers an extensive line of office supplies, printed products and rubber stamps...all delivered to you, saving you time. Shane has been in the office supply business for five years. He resides in Topeka with his wife Tracy and son James.

Kyle Mead - TNC Past President
Examining Attorney
Lawyers Title of Topeka, Inc.

KJMead@lttopeka.com
www.LTTopeka.com

Kyle J. Mead has served as Chief Examining Attorney for Lawyers Title of Topeka, Inc for six years. As Examining Attorney, Kyle determines what requirements need to be met in order to insure clean residential and commercial real estate transactions, and, in appropriate situations, assists the parties in satisfying those requirements.

 Kyle is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana, and an honors graduate of the Washburn School of law. He is a member of the Kansas Bar Association, Topeka Bar Association, the Notre Dame Club of Topeka, and Knights of Columbus Council No. 8059. He is past President of the Topeka Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and of the Notre Dame Club. Kyle and his wife, Denise, have five children.

Lawyers Title of Topeka, Inc. is affiliated with Fidelity National Title Insurance.

Alex Munk
Products Representative
State Farm Insurance

alex.munk.ng88@statefarm.com
www.StateFarm.com

Alex Munk is a multiple lines representative with the “Chip” Munk State Farm Insurance Agency.  They handle all lines of insurance both residential and commercial.  Their office features a fully licensed staff to help with all of your insurance needs.  The “Chip” Munk agency has been voted best of Topeka for the past 3 years in a row and has over 100 years of combined experience.  Let the “Chip” Munk agency handle your insurance needs.

Ron Ramberg
Owner
Ramberg and Associates, P.A.

ronjr@rambergpa.kscoxmail.com
www.RambergAndAssociates.com

Ron is the owner of Ramberg & Associates, P.A., specializing in providing business clients with the information they need to make informed decisions. Our management reports are customized to the client's specific business and we help in providing the information they need to increase profits, lower taxes, and increase the value of their company. We provide accounting, management, tax, and valuation services.

Ron earned a bachelor's degree in Business Accounting and Business Administration from the University of Kansas. He is accredited as a Certified Public Accountant and is licensed in Kansas. He has 20 years of experience providing solutions to small and medium sized businesses.

Debi Ramlow
Designer
idesignkansas - Personal Interiors

idesignkansas@aol.com
www.idesignkansas.com

Debi Ramlow has been creating beauty in peoples homes and businesses for more than 30 years. She has been self-employed for the last 18 years. She earned a bachelor's degree in Interior Design from the University of Missouri. Debi has volunteered extensively with the Treasures of the Czars, Washburn Rural Schools, Topeka Home Builders Association and The Sherwood Lake Club.

She specializes in new construction and remodeling projects. She works with clients from start to finish, reviewing construction and layout plans to make sure the space is fully functional before starting a project. Once the space is soundly designed, Debi will help you finish your space with flooring, wall, and window coverings.

Debi let's each customer guide the design and decorating process. She has helped a variety of clients create living spaces unique to their personal style and preferences. Whether your style is traditional, elaborate, classy, transitional, whimsical or contemporary, Debi can help achieve your decorating and redesign goals. No two spaces touched by Debi are ever the same.

Gordon Schmid
Independent Distributor
Send Out Cards

s2tgordon1@cox.net
www.SendOutCards.com/Story2Tell

Gordon has masters degrees from the University of Northern Colorado and Kansas State University. He has been a public school teacher for 35 years in Nebraska, Montana, and most recently Council Grove, KS. He was a high school football and basketball referee for 20 years and plays tennis in his spare time.

In 2007, he became a distributor for Send Out Cards, an innovative, web-based, company that has originated a unique way to keep in touch with family, friends, and business associates by sending them greeting cards and gifts 1st class mail through the US Postal Service.

He is married to Pam Schmid. They have three grown children and three grandchildren.

Pamela Schmid
Senior Director
Creative Memories

pschmid1@cox.net
www.mycmsite.com/pamschmid

Pam has been with Creative Memories for 19 years starting in Montana in 1989 shortly after the company was founded. She has a passion for preserving and showing her lifetime stories/pictures. She shares and teaches this passion to others through traditional albums, digital hardcover storybooks, and custom framing of wall worthy memories. Your Life - Your Story - Your Way.

She has a masters degree from Emporia University and is married to Gordon Schmid. They have three grown children with six grandchildren: two in McPherson, KS; two in Colorado Springs, CO; and two in Cairo, Egypt. She also loves traveling and sharing these experiences with friends and neighbors.

Toni L. Shenk
Real Estate Broker Associate
Coldwell Banker Griffith & Blair

tonilshenk@coldwellbanker.com
www.ToniShenk.com

Toni was born in Topeka and has lived here all her life. She's active in local and civic affairs and would love to put her 30 years of real estate experience to work for you.

Her staff has a combined total of over 40 years of real estate experience. All 3 agents who comprise The Tigress Team give service that dazzles. She specializes in finding financing for just about everyone, including those who have credit challenges.

Let The Tigress Team show you first hand what Real Estate service should be.

Amanda Vogelsberg
Attorney
Henson, Hutton, Mudrick & Gragson, LLP

avogelsberg@hensonlawoffice.com
www.HensonLawOffice.com

Amanda practices law in the areas of general civil litigation, employment discrimination, corporate law, landlord and tenant law, and personal injury.  Amanda is licensed to practice law in Kansas and Missouri, including the respective federal courts.  Amanda is a member of the Kansas, Missouri, and Topeka bar associations, as well as the Kansas Women Attorneys Association and the Women Attorney Association of Topeka. 

Henson, Hutton, Mudrick & Gragson, LLP, is a law firm emphasizing general civil litigation, administrative law, commercial litigation, disability law, banking, construction law, corporate law, criminal law, labor and employment law, family law and real estate and zoning law.  Henson, Hutton, Mudrick & Gragson, LLP strives to provide accessibility, subject knowledge, and responsiveness to all our clients. 

John Wertin
Alternative Health Care of Topeka

ahctopeka@gmail.com
www.AlternativeHealthCare.net

Originally raised in Manhattan, Kansas, Dr. John comes to Topeka after completing 2 years of undergraduate work at Washburn and 4 years of intense studying at Cleveland Chiropractic College, in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. John comes from a chiropractic family. His father, Dr. John Sr., is founder and director of The Alternative Health Care Center in Manhattan. Including aunts, uncles, and cousins, Dr. John is the 14th member of his family to undertake a chiropractic career.

Utilizing a small but effective adjusting tool, Dr. John's brand of chiropractic,while every bit as effective, does not subject his patients to the twisting, popping, and pushing so often associated with the adjustment. Safe enough to use on infants only hours old, your 98 year old grandma, or the biggest guy you know! Come on in and see Dr. John if you have had headaches, neck pain, back pain, sinus trouble, or overall just want to be as healthy as you can be!