Ashland’s Business Scene

Cynthia Whitty
Business coach Ken Erdelt will help business owners with work and personal time management at the Nov. 7 ABA program. (Photo/supplied)
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November, 2017
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Business coach Ken Erdelt will be the presenter at the next Ashland Business Association program, Tuesday, Nov. 7. Erdelt’s talk, “Time Management: A Challenge to Business Owners Everywhere,” will discuss some techniques participants can use to deal with things that really matter—in business and in personal life—and get more control over their use of time.
“Participants will leave the session with some practical and simple ideas to help them better manage one of their most important assets – their time!,” Erdelt said.
Erdelt helps aspiring and existing small business owners achieve their goals using the AdviCoach® system and his 35 years of corporate experience. He has taught Entrepreneurship for graduating seniors and continuing education students at Framingham State University and has worked as a senior vice president of information technology and of operations for several companies. He has an MBA and has served as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force.
Early networking is 5:30 to 6 p.m.; the program is 6 to 7:30 p.m, at the Ashland Library, Community Room, 66 Front St. Refreshments will be provided by Mayra Ramirez of Mexico City Taqueria. The program is free and open to the public.
Also on the program: Ramirez, a native of Mexico City, will give a brief presentation on her recent trip there to help earthquake victims. The Business Table will feature Simplitify-Managed IT Services, which simplifies IT for businesses by removing the stress and aggravation of trying to manage, support and maintain technology. Another feature will be the Ashland Emergency Fund (AEF), a nonprofit that provides temporary financial support to Ashland families and individuals in need. The ABA is a regular supporter of AEF.
New Businesses in Town
Ashland’s Economic Development Director Beth Reynolds reported that the town recently welcomed the following businesses:
Martell HVAC, Corp.: Mechanical contractor providing installation, service and repair for residential and commercial/industrial HVAC, heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. New offices are open in Ashland on Rt. 135. (508) 366-7867, Messages@Martelhvac.com
MetroWest Handyman Services: Thomas Delgado is open for business and happy to help with any project you may have. (508) 250-9114, 508handyman@gmail.com
Victionary: A fun and effective way of learning the English language using a scientifically backed methodology that helps you learn, comprehend and retain words faster and more efficiently. (864) 633-6138, preethi@victionary.io