Frederick County Home to World Class Facility

The American Spine Center hosted a recent business visit led by Frederick County Commissioners C. Paul Smith, David Gray, Alderman Kelly Russell, the Business Development and Retention Division team and partners. The visit and tour were hosted by Dr. Sandeep Sherlekar, Dr. Atif Malik, Dr. Said Osman, Dr. Malini Narayanan, and Marketing Specialist Karrie Amann. American Spine Center has been located in Frederick since 1996 and is recognized as a worldwide leader in advanced pain management. The office has a staff of multi-disciplinary spine specialists, including orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, physiatrists and pain management specialists. American Spine Center is dedicated to treating painful spinal conditions using state- of- the art techniques. American Spine Center physicians are leaders in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery offering effective alternatives to open neck or back surgery. These procedures are performed through an advanced surgical approach or by using specialized surgical instruments known as Spine Pulse TM. Spine Pulse TM surgeries are mostly done to correct spinal stenosis or herniated discs and can eliminate pain and disability in a one hour procedure using light sedation. Each day, patients come into the American Spine Center for spinal surgery and walk out that same day with their conditions effectively treated. For more information visit www.americanspinemd.com

Business Visit Take Place at Kensington Glass Arts, Inc.

Frederick County Commissioner C. Paul Smith and the Business Development and Retention Division paid a visit to Kensington Glass Arts, Inc. (KGa) of Ijamsville. The visit and tour of the 22,000 square foot facility was hosted by Mr. James Rathbone, Vice President of the company. KGa began in 1976 as Victorian Glassworks and in 1987 ownership changed and the company was rebranded as Kensington Glass Arts, Inc. The company was relocated to Frederick County from Montgomery County in 2002. KGa started out as a manufacturing facility for fabricated materials where glass is processed from raw stock sheet glass to finished architectural products. Cutting, polishing, shaping and tempering were also performed. KGa is the premier installer of glass in office interiors in the DC Metropolitan area. The facility fabricates most of the glass that is installed by KGa as well as sell products to outside customers. KGa is one of the largest fabrication facilities in the DC Metro area, and has the largest tempering oven in the state of Maryland. KGa employs 50 people of whom many are dedicated and loyal employees who have been with the company for many years and have extensive glass trade experience. For more information about KGa visit www.kensingtonglass.com

County and City Officials Recognize Premier Cancer Care Center

Frederick County Commissioners Blaine Young and David Gray along with Frederick City Alderman Shelly Aloi and the Business Development and Retention Division paid a visit to the Cancer Care Center of Frederick. The visit was hosted by Muna Bahsali, RN, Practice Administrator for the facility. The Cancer Care Center is a state of the art facility that offers the epitome of care, concern, and compassion for the health and well-being of their cancer patients. The services that are offered include: diagnostics testing and treatment monitoring, infusion suite for gastroenterology, neurology, rheumatology, dermatology and osteoporosis related therapies. Some of the treatments that are available are cancer surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and clinical trials. The premier cancer and blood treatment center has 50 employees and is located at 46B Thomas Johnson Drive. For more information about the Cancer Care Center of Frederick visit www.fredonc.com.

Business Visit Take On a Fresh Remodeling

Frederick County Commissioners Blaine Young, C. Paul Smith and The Business Development and Retention Division were guests of A & S Sales, Inc. of Frederick. The family owned company is located at 9834 Liberty Road and has been in operation since 1971. The visit was hosted by Richard Aiello and Jennifer Menconi, co-owners of the company. A & S Sales, Inc is truly a “One Stop Shop” specializing in services ranging from remodeling to new construction. Their projects include complete kitchen and bath remodeling, custom fabrication and installation of natural Stone and Quartz Surfaces. A & S Sales, Inc. also provide Ceramic Tile Design and Installation, Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry Design and Installation, and a full line of sinks, fixtures and appliances. A & S Sales, Inc. has built a reputation for professionalism, technical expertise and quality craftsmanship on large-scale commercial projects. The 14,500 square foot facility employs 14 people, many of whom have been employed with the company over 20 years. A & S Sales Inc. has a second location in Alexandria, Virginia and is approaching its twelfth year. For more information about A & S Sales, Inc. visit their website at www.asgranite.com.

Business Visit Take Place at J. Allen Smith Design/Build

Long before J. Allen Smith Design/Build existed, Jesse Smith gained a wealth of experience as a finish carpenter completing complex trim work. He focused on high-end remodeling projects for various architects in the area. Today he is the proud owner of J. Allen Smith Design/Build a residential design build remodeling firm working with architects and designers as well as homeowners directly. Mr. Smith was host to BOCC President, Blaine Young and Sherman Coleman of the Business Development and Retention Division for a recent visit. They toured the 1,100 facility located at 2510 Urbana Pike, suite 107. The company has been in business since 2005 and at this site for a year. The company employs seven full-time employees; and has three company vehicles. J. Allen Smith Build/Design perform a wide variety of home improvements including master suites, whole house models and additions along with outdoor projects such as outdoor kitchens, pergolas and pool houses. The company is also a member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. For more information about J. Allen Smith Design/Build, visit www.jasdesign-build.com

Flamingo Pool Supply Business Visit

Frederick County Commissioners Blaine Young and C. Paul Smith and the Business Development and Retention Division were guests of Flamingo Pool Supply of Frederick. The visit was hosted by Jay Carswell, owner, who has over 21 years of experience in the pool industry. Flamingo Pool Supply is a full service swimming pool supply store staffed with 4 full time experienced pool pros. The 3,200 square foot facility is located at 5715 Industry Lane, Unit #1 in Frederick. They offer free computerized pool and spa water testing and a full line of the finest pool chemicals available as well as replacement equipment. The company also offers all brands of replacement parts for your pool equipment. Flamingo Pool Supply has three company service vehicles and a customer base of over 2,000. For more information about Flamingo Pool Supply, visit their website at www.flamingopoolsupply.com

Business Visit Take Place at Fort Detrick

The Frederick County Business and Retention Division along with Richard Griffin, Executive Director for The City Department of Economic Development were guests of Tim Selby, Manager for ibExpress. IbExpress is a division of Industries for The Blind Inc. headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The mission of Industries for The Blind Inc. is to provide meaningful employment for the blind and visually impaired.. Over 50% of Industries for The Blind Inc. workforce is blind or visually impaired. Over 80% of their labor force is blind or visually impaired. A manufacturer and distributor of multiple product categories, Industries for the Blind Inc. was the first non-profit ISO 9001 quality certified manufacturer in the world. The IbExpress store is located on Ft. Detrick and has been in operation for three years. IbExpress is known for high quality products and services, competitive prices and support of corporate diversity supplier goals. The 4,800 square foot facility employs three fulltime and three part-time personnel. IbExpress is primarily an office supply store that has over 1,500 items. Business is done mostly by email or fax, but according to Tim Selby “walk in traffic has picked up.” There are eleven ibExpress centers across the Country. All skill craft products sold in the centers are either manufactured or assembled by a blind or disabled person. For more information about ibExpress, visit their website at www.ibexp.com.