MBX Network has only one opening per business category. This ensures that there is no competition for business within the chapter in addition to increasing the value of each opening.
If you find that someone has your expected category, come and visit our meeting anyway. Chances are there may be openings within a sub-category.
MBX Network encourages the development of trusting relationships within the chapter which in turn increases referral rates.
Our Members
Assisted Living
(209) 761-3335
Amie’s Senior Care
We own and operate Park Merced Assisted Living, a 94-room Assisted Living community in the heart of Merced and Mission Gardens Assisted Living, a 15-room boutique community also in Merced. Both of our communities offer 24-hour care, medication management, weekly laundry and weekly housekeeping along with many other services.
We also own and operate Amie Marchini Home Care, offering quality caregiving to seniors in their own homes.
Banking – Full Service
Dauna Goza
Westamerica Bank
209-383-8520 office
Merced Olive Branch
490 W Olive Ave
Merced, CA 95348
Dauna came to Merced in 1983. She has been in banking for 35 years. “I Enjoy helping customers and have devoted my career to providing customer service and feel that integrity and trust are two key components in banking.”
She enjoys family, friends and helping others. Her hobbies are fishing and golfing and the love of animals.
Banking
Rosie Nunes
Central Valley Community Bank
VP/Community Relationship Officer
Private Business Banking
(209) 777-6511
rosie.nunes@cvcb.com
I have been in Banking for over 35 years and with Central Valley Community Bank for 10 years. I am the Business Development Officer which means I do Consumer Loans from Home Equity, Business Lines of Credit, and refer to my partners Commercial, SBA, Real Estate, Construction and many more types of loans. We offer business and personal accounts development with all the latest technology in on-line products, from Remote Capture, to ACH, and many more.
Central Valley Community Bank is celebrating 40 years in business and we have over 27 locations to serve you. We are a Community Bank that cares for the community we serve and everything we do stays right here in the local community to help develop and build our towns. We pride ourselves in helping your business grow. I cannot wait to help you and your business.
Business Consulting
Joel Schaap, Black Sheep Consulting
(209) 201-1768
Cafe & Bakery
Sam Eck
Jantz Cafe & Bakery
3361 G Street, Merced, CA 95340
209-777-1101
sam@jantzcafe.com
Hello, I am Sam Eck, the owner of Jantz Café in Merced. Jantz Café & Bakery was started by my sister, Andrea, her husband, Sheldon Jantz, and two of Sheldon’s brothers in Atwater. I have been involved in the restaurant business since 2011, before that my working life consisted of different aspects of home construction.
We opened the café in Merced in 2013. Just like when I was involved in construction, I enjoy creating a space that is hospitable and comfortable, like we have at Jantz Café. We have a great family-run business that gives the community of Merced a place to meet family, friends, and colleagues while enjoying good food and coffee!
We also are a great place to stop, for travelers from all over the world on the way to Yosemite and the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains!
Chamber Liaison
Sarah Herrera
Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2246 • Merced CA 95344
Location: 531 W. Main Street • Merced, CA 95340
Phone: Office: (209) 384-9537 • Fax: (209) 384-0934
Email: info@mercedhcc.com
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1947 by a group of dedicated leaders in Merced who realized the enormous potential of the Hispanic business community. The Hispanic Chamber was formed so that the needs of this particular community would be well represented through the public and private sector. Today Hispanic Chamber has grown to serve Merced County and is a community-oriented organization designated as a 501 (c) (6) and is a prominent member of the business sector.
Carpet Cleaning
Gerald Nelson
A+ Chem-Dry
209-384-8668
apluschemdry@a-pluschemdry.com
My name is Gerald Nelson. My wife Leslie and I have owned this Chem-Dry franchise since 1998. We serve all of Merced County. We clean carpets, upholstery, leather, and tile & grout. We can also take care of your wool rugs and pet odor needs. Check out our website at a-pluschemdry.com
Education
Raul Linares
105 W. El Portal Dr. Suite A
Merced, CA 95348
(209) 354-5809
raul.linares@fresno.edu
Fresno Pacific University (Merced Campus)
Fresno Pacific University (FPU) is an accredited Christian University located in 5 locations in Central California. My name is Raul Linares and I am the Merced Regional Campus recruiter for your degree completion/transfer needs. I can assist you with the steps to apply to FPU and answer your questions about our programs on campus. Offering 1 day a week of classes in-person or online allows you the freedom to work from home and not be on campus. Online classes are available and 98% of our students receive financial aid.
Contact me today to learn more about our classes and how FPU can work for you.
Financial Planning
Steven Teranishi
Financial Advisor
Ameriprise Financial Services
3337 G St. Ste D
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 383-6577
steve.h.teranishi@ampf.com
Ameriprise Financial Services
As an Ameriprise Platinum Financial Services® advisor, I can help you with your goals to preserve and grow your assets. I am required to maintain the highest levels of client satisfaction, and I have 34 years of financial services experience to help clients with more complex financial needs. I’ll work with an established network of expert resources to help you bring your dream and goals more within reach.
You have dreams and goals, and we’ll work together to help put them more within reach. As an advisor living and working in Merced with a satellite office in Turlock, I’m available to work with you in a way that meets your needs. I gain tremendous satisfaction in knowing that people in my community are more confident about their financial futures.
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. is the nation’s largest financial planning company. It is part of Ameriprise Financial, Inc., which currently owns or manages more than $655 billion in assets. Through a network of more than 10,000 financial advisors and its online brokerage, the company provides financial advice, long-term financial planning and high quality financial products to more than 2 million clients throughout the United States. The company has the largest number of Certified Financial Planner professionals among any retail advisory force.
Financial Planning
Steve Simmons
Transamerica Financial Group
470 W Main St., Ste. 5
Merced, CA 95340
209.233.5062 Direct
209.626.5282 Fax
stevesimmonswfg@gmail.com
I came to the financial services industry as a client. I saw the amazing things the products on our platform do for my family first. I then got licensed and certified by the state of California. With that license I am able to take very complicated issues, like tax-free retirement, college funds, life insurance, or legacy planning strategies – break them down into everyday language that everyday families can take advantage of for their financial health.
Because our company’s mission statement is “no family left behind”, I train at least twice a week to stay on the cutting edge of how I can best serve my clients and their families.
I am licensed in four states throughout the United States and growing. Contact me for more information on your financial future.
General Dentistry
Trang Nguyen
El Portal Dental Group
3393 G Street, Ste B,
Merced, CA 953400
(located inside the new El Portal Plaza)
Ph – 209-385-1479
info@elportaldentalgroup.com
“I chose to work in the dental profession to improve people’s smiles. To me, it’s one way that I could help them regain their confidence”
Dr. Khang Nguyen received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from New York University, College of Dentistry, one of the most prestigious dental schools in the United States. He continues to expand his knowledge through continuing education courses in ClearCorrect (invisible braces), Progressive Orthodontics, Endodontics, and Dental Implants.
At El Portal Dental Group, we provide advanced procedures and use the latest technology. We provide customized teeth whitening, one visit teeth whitening, composite fillings, porcelain laminates, porcelain crowns, implants, and porcelain fixed bridges and orthodontics. We will work with you to come up with the best possible treatment plan to enhance your smile.
For your convenience, we open Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 6 pm and two Saturdays per month from 8 am to 4:30 pm. We have emergency appointments available every day. We have flexible payment plans to make it easy to bring in your whole family. We accept most insurances. For more information, please feel free to call us at (209) 385-1479
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General Dentistry
Bryan Jackson
pearlfamilydentistry@gmail.com
Pearl Family Dentistry
Business Phone: (209) 383-6133
Fax: 209-383-6421
Address: 3178 Collins Drive Suite C
Merced, CA 95348
Living a comfortable, pain-free life is not a luxury; it is something that everyone deserves. If you are living with a toothache or mouth trouble you may not be living your life to the fullest. At Pearl Family Dentistry, Dr. Badwalz and his staff offer the best dental care for you and your family. We help fearful and anxious patients overcome their fears and trust dentists. We believe our patients deserve the best care, and it is precisely this commitment to the highest quality that sets us apart from other dentists in Merced. Our philosophy is focused on patient-centered care, and it is what you can expect to experience every time you come to our office.
We offer general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry, and emergency dentistry services to both adults and young adults. (Services include: regular exams & cleanings, bonding, bridges, crowns, dentures, x-rays, extractions, fillings, implant restoration, fluoride, mouthguards, root canals, sealants, teeth whitening, veneers, wisdom teeth)
Dr. Badwalz attended the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine at Boston University for his dental education, earning a Doctorate of Dental Medicine. He enjoys expanding his knowledge base to take a more holistic approach of overall dental health and well-being, instead of just treating teeth. Dr. Badwalz’s recent continuing education courses have involved implant dentistry, TMD therapy, and headache and migraine management, just to name a few. He is a current member of:
AAID (American Association of Implant Dentistry)
AGD (Association of General Dentistry)
CDA (California Dental Association)
YDS (Yosemite Dental Society) – past president
Our office is always taking new patients! We are open Monday – Friday 8am-5pm. A financing option is available to help pay for treatments. Call us today at 209-383-6133 and we will gladly answer any questions that you may have.
Glass
Don’s Mobile Glass
Chelsea Walton
chelseaw@donsmobileglass.com
1635 T St. Merced, CA 95340
209-602-3184
Hi, I’m Chelsea Walton and I am the Outside Sales Representative for Don’s Mobile Glass here in the Central Valley. We are a family-owned & operated glass shop and have been in business over 60 years. We specialize in automotive glass and recalibrations, residential, and commercial glass services with stores in Merced, Turlock, Modesto, and Manteca. We are also experts in Shower doors and storage concepts. We have a team of trained glass experts ready to serve you.
Since 1960, if it’s glass…We Can Help You With That!
Ink & Cartridge Service
Daniel Caris
(209) 658-2477
danc@mrinkpro.com
Insurance- Auto & Home
Robert Flores
(209) 580-4290
rflores1@farmersagent.com
Diana Villa, Farmers Insurance
(209-777-1127
Mortgage Loans
Scott Crawford
Branch Manager
Primary Residential Mortgage
1180 W. Olive Avenue, Suite G
Merced, CA 95340
DRE #01402679
NMLS #250543
Phone: 209-725-9405
Fax: 209-725-9457
scrawford@primeres.com
“Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. is a locally managed home lending company in Merced. Two offices merged in 2013, creating Merced County’s largest mortgage office with three managers, three staff members and eleven loan officers. PRMI’s goal is to provide the most comprehensive offering of mortgage products in the area including FHA, USDA, Down Payment Assistance, VA, Conventional and Purchase Money Seconds. PRMI leads the industry in compliance, technology and training. “
Bio:
“I was born and raised in the Central Valley attending Merced and Downey High School. After graduating from California State University, Chico in 1995 with an English degree and obtaining my Teaching Credential from California State University, Stanislaus I taught English, and coached football and track for 9 years. In 2004, I opened a mortgage branch in Merced with All-American Mortgage. In 2011, I joined offices with Ed Walters and became Commerce Mortgage. In 2013, Ed and I joined forces with Cindy Vierra and became Primary Residential Mortgage.
I have three boys and a beautiful wife and love to play golf in my free time.”
Contact Scott Crawford at (209) 725-9405 with questions.
Notary Public
Dyimah Ansah
hdyimah@yahoo.com
209-600-3889
Dansah Notary Public
Dyimah Ansah, owner of Dansah Notary Public, previously served Merced County in the legal field for over 2.5 years. During that time, I received notarial training and instruction and became interested in Loan Signing, Field Inspections, and general Notary work.
My experience in the legal field puts me at an advantage. I have become familiar with various legal documents, such as Affidavits, Settlement Releases, Power of Attorney, Will’s, Trust’s, etc. which often require notarizations. Legal work has honed my attention to detail, and professionalism, and taught me the importance of confidentiality and maintaining your client’s trust.
I extend my services to title companies, banks, mortgage lenders, home building companies, real estate agents, attorneys, schools, tow truck companies, car dealerships, medical facilities, doctors offices, jails/correctional facilities, banks (deposit box drillings), assisted/senior living facilities, transitional housing, doctor’s offices, houses of worship, and any individual in need of a Notarization, Bank Deposit Drilling, Document Retrieval, Field Inspection or Loan Signing.
Printing
Maida Miranda
(559) 631-5435
merced@minutemanpress.com
Merced Minuteman Press
Minuteman Press, Merced is a locally owned and operated full service printing, marketing, and design center. Our customer service driven business model provides digital print and promotional products and services to everyone. We are not your average print shop, you only need to use us once to appreciate how easy we make it for you.
We are a modern printing industry – producing just about everything you can put a name, image or logo on! We design and print flyers, invoices, business cards, invitations, presentation folders, yard signs, secured prescription pads, door hangers, banners, table covers, event tents, etc. We also offer screen printing and embroidery on shirts, hats/caps, and backpacks.
You can expect these and more when you partner with Minuteman Press, Merced for your design, printing, and marketing needs.
Website Development & Content
Chris Carroll
(209) 614-2524
chris.carroll1121@gmail.com
Connecting Local Business
Connecting Local Business is dedicated to bringing small hometown businesses into the 21st century. One of the concerns and challenges of small local businesses is to stay at the forefront of their consumers. You need to be online and accessible to those customers that are looking for your business.
Chris is available to help you get a presence on the web using tools such as Website Creation and Development using WordPress or Squarespace, marketing plans and strategies, Search Engine Optimization, social media training, plus other digital marketing tools. She also provides 1-1 coaching and consulting for companies and independent owners who want to learn more and work on the processes themselves.
Window Cleaning
Rick Macias, PJ Mac Window cleaning
(209) 658-2954