ROGERS — Janacek Construction a Certified Green Professional Company

Tim Janacek of Janacek Construction of Rogers recently joined son Jonathan in earning the designation of Certified Green Professional. This accomplishment makes Janacek Construction fully certified in Green Remodeling as well as Green Building.

This National Association of Home Buildersdesignation recognizes builders, remodelers and other industry professionals who reduce environmental impact by incorporating green building principles into homes - without driving up the cost of construction.

Both now have a solid background in green building methods and are equipped to design structures which provide buyers with lower energy costs, lower maintenance, better indoor air quality and higher long-term value.

Schrantz appointed to commission

Gov. Mike Beebe appointed Sharon Schrantz of Rogers to the Arkansas Child Abuse, Rape and Domestic Violence Commission.

The appointment expires on July 1, 2011.

Milbrodt appointed to board

Gov. Mike Beebe appointed Ken Milbrodt of Rogers to the Arkansas Workforce Investment Board.

The expiration of appointments to this restructured board will be determined by a drawing of lots.

Dr. Mahan joins the Arkansas Medical Society

Rogers internist Raymond Mahan, MD, recently illustrated his commitment to improving health care in this community and Arkansas state by joining the Arkansas Medical Society. As a society member, he will be able to utilize the collective force of more than 4,000 Arkansas physicians, residents and medical students to protect the interests of his patients and enhance his effectiveness as a physician.

The Arkansas Medical Society is a voluntary professional association, established in 1875, and represents more than 4,000 physicians and medical students in all fields of medicine. The Arkansas Medical Society is affiliated with the American Medical Association.

U.S. Trade Symposium series

The Arkansas World Trade Center in Rogers along with the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Export-Import Bank will conduct a U.S. Trade Symposium Series throughout the state of Arkansas the week of Sept. 21. Speakers will include John Johnson, Business Development Officer for Ex-Im Bank; Patricia Gonzalez of the U.S. Department of Commerce; and John Blum of the Small Business Administration.

Discover how to find international buyers and use trade finance tools to win international sales and grow your business.

Let trade and export professionals guide you through the maze of export challenges and demonstrate how to obtain valuable trade research, minimize risks, improve cash flow and enter new markets.

This event is free. For more information, contact Scott Van Asche, svanasche@arwtc.org, at the Arkansas World Trade Center at 418-4800.

Area, Pages 9 on 08/26/2009

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