July 2006
MONIQUE SWANSEN JOINS BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES, LLC
AS MANAGER OF PEACHTREE AND
QUICKBOOKS ACCOUNTING SERVICES.
Monique, graduated from Northeastern University and earned her Associates Degree in Finance.
Since graduating, Monique served as an Accounting Manger for a Massachusetts import company for 15 years using Peachtree Software products. She has also free lanced providing bookkeeping services for local small companies using QuickBooks and Peachtree Products. Most recently she was working as an Office Manager in a company using QuickBooks products. Monique has been in the accounting field for over 20 years. She has experience working with Crystal Reports, Dbase, Access, Act and many others.
Monique’s services are available hourly, weekly, or on a monthly basis. Contact Monique at Bright Alternatives today for her one-time limited introductory fee.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH Phone: 603-382-0025. Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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May 2006
LISA GARDELLA AND SUSAN BRISSETTE OF BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES
ATTEND SAGE SOFTWARE CONFERENCE IN NASHVILLE, TN.
The conference for Sage Software business partners, took place May 8-11 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Lisa and Susan are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They gained knowledge about the coming year’s products and emerging trends and technologies. Lisa and Susan were able to participate in valuable networking opportunities and trade solutions and create new business alliances by attending product sessions, inspiring keynotes including Stephen Covey, author of “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” and comedian Bill Cosby.
“We walked away from the conference inspired, energized and ready to take on new challenges” says Lisa Gardella, owner of Bright Alternatives, LLC.
Sage Software supports the needs, challenges and dreams of more than 2.6 million small and mid-sized business customers in North America through easy-to-use, scalable and customizable software and services. Their products support accounting, operations, customer relationship management, human resources, time tracking, merchant services and the specialized needs of accounting practices and the construction, distribution, manufacturing, nonprofit and real estate industries.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH Phone: 603-382-0025.
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March 2006
Lisa Gardella, Michelle Hewitt and Susan Brissette of Bright Alternatives recently attended a seminar presented by the Women’s Business Center of Portsmouth, NH and led by Dr. Gerri King, a social psychologist and internationally recognized speaker. The seminar was called “Success Avoidance”. A wide range of topics including, effective communication, strategic planning, and creating exceptional customer service environments were covered. Lisa, Michelle and Susan are eager to apply their new skills to their business.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH. Phone: 603-382-0025. Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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February 2006
HEATHER SWEET JOINS BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES, LLC AS MANAGER
OF PEACHTREE AND QUICKBOOKS ACCOUNTING SERVICES.
Heather graduated from Bentley College in Waltham, Massachusetts and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
Heather has gained many years of experience in all areas of accounting as a staff accountant for a Wilmington, Massachusetts based Company. Heather’s excellent problem solving abilities and organizational skills are reflected throughout her work with every client. Heather’s services are available hourly, weekly, or on a monthly basis. Contact Heather at Bright Alternatives today for her one-time limited introductory fee.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH Phone: 603-382-0025. Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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January 2006
BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES, LLC EMPLOYEES ATTEND SUCCESS
IN SELLING WORKSHOP IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
On December 1, 2005 Lisa Gardella, Michelle Hewitt and Susan Brissette of Bright Alternatives enjoyed a full day of events geared on how to substantially improve the value they provide to their clients, their company and themselves. The workshop was presented by Sage Software. Bright Alternatives are authorized resellers of Sage Software.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They opened on May of 2005 and are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH.
Phone: 603-382-0025. Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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December 2005
NEW OWNERS OF BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES, LLC ATTEND SEMINAR AT
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY.
The seminar entitled “Marketing to Build your Customer Base” was presented by Dr. Patricia Spirou, Chair Marketing Dept., Coordinator Advertising Program at Southern New Hampshire University. The Seminar was brought to SNHU by The Women's Business Center, a New Hampshire based nonprofit, promotes women's business ownership as a means to maximize personal potential and achieve economic independence.
Lisa Gardella, Michelle Hewitt, Susan Brissette and Heather Sweet of Bright Alternatives studied on how to focus, satisfy and retain your current customer base while targeting and marketing the right customer to join your customer base.
“Dr. Pat Spirou was extremely knowledgeable and passionate with her discussion, I couldn’t get enough!” quotes Susan Brissette
“Dr. Spirou helped all the attendees to identify their client profile which is the first step to target marketing, she was very helpful” says Michelle Hewitt.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They opened on May of 2005 and are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH Phone: 603-382-0025.
Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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November 2005
OWNERS OF BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES, LLC ATTEND
EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR ON WOMEN
LEADING THE 21ST CENTURY IN MANCHESTER, NH.
The seminar entitled “Leadership-Women leading the 21st Century” was held on October 26, 2005 and presented by Natalie Manor, CEO of Natalie Manor & Associates located in Merrimack, NH and Johnson City, TN. Natalie is a nationally recognized speaker and award-winning entrepreneur. Natalie works with senior leaders in the areas of leadership and communication to maximize their potential and increase their productivity.
The seminar was made possible by the Women's Business Center, a New Hampshire based nonprofit, promotes women's business ownership as a means to maximize personal potential and achieve economic independence.
Lisa Gardella, Michelle Hewitt, and Susan Brissette of Bright Alternatives participated in discussions, activities and exercises to recognize the desired and expected characteristics of the 21st century women leaders as well as their strategies for success. Lisa, Michelle and Susan were all able to focus on a characteristic of their importance and see how it can be applied to their daily work lives creating success.
I walked away excited, and ready to achieve my highest level of performance possible, Natalie motivates you into action!” says Lisa Gardella
I knew integrity, passion and strength would be characteristics, but I was grateful to discover laughter is also an important characteristic for the 21st Century women leader!” quotes Susan Brissette
Natalie’s in touch with the challenges that confront women owned businesses today and through her experience is able to share what works and what doesn’t, I’m more confident today for attending the seminar!” says Michelle Hewitt.
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They opened on May of 2005 and are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH Phone: 603-382-0025. Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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October 2005
NEW BUSINESS -
BRIGHT ALTERNATIVES, LLC IS ACCEPTED TO
SAGE SOFTWARE’S FAST TRACK PROGRAM
Effective November 1, 2005 Bright Alternatives will join the Fast Track Program offered by Sage Software (formerly Best Software). The program is designed for new business partners who want to aggressively invest in business growth. To be accepted Bright Alternatives must demonstrate active involvement and dedication to Sage resources, successfully complete required product certifications, and to show commitment at the level of business partner owner to establish and implement a custom sales and marketing plan designed to produce incremental new system sales for MAS 90 accounting software. As accepted business partners, Lisa Gardella, Michelle Hewitt and Susan Brissette will attend Sage Sales Academy, Sage Consulting Academy, various Boot Camps, a Sage Insights Seminar in Nashville, TN and a Lead Generation Program. Bright Alternatives will receive valuable one-on-one mentoring, and assistance on marketing and business plan development and with access to Sage Fast Track Solution Consultants.
Sage Software offers leading business management software and services that support the needs, challenges and dreams of more than 2.4 million small and mid-sized business customers in North America. Its parent company, The Sage Group plc (London: SGE.L), supports 4.5 million customers worldwide. For more than 25 years, Sage Software has delivered easy-to-use, scalable and customizable software for accounting, customer relationship management, human resources, time tracking and the specialized needs of accounting practices and the construction, distribution, manufacturing, nonprofit and real estate industries.
We are very excited about the acceptance and opportunity into the Fast Track Program, our staff is very dedicated to our clients and we look forward to improving our skills, ideas, and bringing new tools to guide our clients to their success.” says Lisa Gardella, co-owner of Bright Alternatives, LLC
Bright Alternatives, LLC, is an Accounting Software & Bookkeeping Solutions provider. They are Sage authorized resellers of MAS90, BusinessWorks, Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting Software. They opened on May of 2005 and are available for all phases of bookkeeping and software consulting. Bright Alternatives is located at 130 Main Street in Plaistow, NH Phone: 603-382-0025. Visit www.bright-alternatives.com for more information.
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