Life in our USA
The economy is difficult but should we decrease our
community support?

“No!” say these independent business persons. This small sampling of life in different areas across America shows the strength of people and will to overcome challenges before us.

Glendale, California with Rick Dinger 
The Los Angeles suburb may be known for Hollywood celebrities, but its 200,000 residents help make this a welcome place for all. Glendale has the largest Armenian population in the US, and now has a diversity of cultures and income groups. Glendale is also known for its charitable and community participation. Rick Dinger of Crescenta Valley Insurance describes his city as a great place to raise a family. Learn more.

Galena, Illinois with Marc McCoy 
Nestled in the northwest corner of Illinois, this home of President Ulysses S. Grant, was the site of vociferous presidential speeches of Lincoln and Douglas in 1860. The town is steeped in rich history that helps it maintain its community and economic stability. Marc McCoy of Bauer-McCoy Insurance, describes unparalleled opportunities to experience art, history, architecture, recreation, and rest and relaxation in Galena, Illinois. Learn more.

Seattle/Bellevue/Puget Sound, Washington with John Storbeck 
One of the most beautiful areas in the US is the Puget Sound. Over 2 million residents experience the topographical diversity of sea level to 14,000 foot mountains within the blink of an eye. Rapid growth has placed great demands on the abundant resources and John Storbeck of Kirkland’s Omega-Financial describes living and working in the great Pacific Northwest. Learn more.

Tallahassee, Florida with Corey Simon 
The capital of Florida is also a regional center for trade and agriculture. This fast-growing area of the 1980s and 1990s responded to demand by forming a city of neighborhoods interspersed with commerce. The home of Florida State University and Florida A & M University, Tallahassee has become a destination for higher education, IT and law as Florida takes a bigger role in the US economy. Corey Simon of The Gabor Agency describes his home and involvement with youth in making Tallahassee a place for people of all ages. Learn more.

Doylestown/Bucks County, Pennsylvania with John Stanojev 
Though just thirty minutes from Philadelphia, the rolling hills of Bucks County provides a complete escape from the big city. The beauty of Pearl S. Buck’s home, the Washington Historic Crossing, and the mansions along the Delaware River, are but a few of the attractions that make this place a great place to live. John Stanojev of Insurance and Investment Planning, LLC describes support for this community as the only way to live. Learn more.

Business Civic Leadership Center (BCLC) with Stephen Jordan 
The BCLC is a nonprofit affiliate of the US Chamber of Commerce. Its mission is to promote better business and society relations and improve long-term social and economic conditions. Stephen Jordan is the Founder and president, and discusses challenges around the country, and how community involvement is needed now more than ever. Learn more.