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Dr. John Fish, DDS
Dr. John Fish, DDS is an artist. He would never say that, because he’s a humble and kind man, but one only has to look at his work to draw the same conclusion. Since 1983, Dr. John Fish has specialized in implant, sedation and cosmetic dentistry. What has always made him stand out is his thorough one on one approach. He gets to know each patient and strives to understand their goals and fears, in relation to their teeth. People comment consistently about how detailed and careful he is. People are always impressed with the care he gives them.
“Dr. Fish and his staff are wonderful. They are kind and helpful and answer any questions you may have. I have never liked going to a dentist, but this experience was different. Dr. Fish and his assistant accomplished a lot of work with very little discomfort. They do their dental procedures like a “well oiled” machine. I have no fear of going back for my next appointment. After my initial visit, I received a very nice hand written note from Dr. Fish.”
Warehouse 2120
Deborah Whitson and Pamela Lee had a wonderful idea about two years ago. While discussing the area’s economy, they realized something needed to be done to keep jobs in our region. They also wanted to inspire people to refrain from throwing things away. They had an idea that many old things could be reused in new and interesting ways. They began developing their idea.
Java Journey
Jeff and Teena Stewart were living in California, where Jeff was a pastor at an Evangelical Covenant church. They felt they need to start an “out of the box” ministry for people who weren’t happy with traditional churches. California’s many coffee shops provided a great environment for people to discuss issues and spend time together.
Pfahlert Creative Labs
Every morning as local graphic designer Matt Pfahlert and his dog Satchmo ride to their office in Hickory, they have no clue what the day’s work will include. They could be thinking of a concept for a band’s next album packaging or putting the finishing touches on a local bank’s annual report.
O My Soap
O My Soap is a thriving small business in Newton, North Carolina. They are a family run cottage operation, celebrating 10 years of a business they love. The three employees at O My Soap are happy to work each day, and their product line is a result of their passion for their jobs. O My Soap sells natural, handmade cold-processed soaps, shea butter products, lip balms, heat therapy pillows and a variety of other products. They have an extremely loyal customer base, who return to the Farmer’s Markets year after year to purchase their products.
O My Soap offers over 30 different types of soap, each with a different scent, and many with different ingredients. For instance, their Papaya de Savon soap is made from papaya and banana, silk, olive oil, shea butter and many other nourishing ingredients.
Santorini Grill
Dorjan Arsi was looking for a city to open a new Mediterranean Restaurant. He was currently living in Pinehurst, North Carolina, where he ran a successful restaurant. He researched many different cities in the state, looking for a town with just the right mix of perks, and the right atmosphere. When he happened across Hickory, he was quite excited. Santorini Grill is a perfect fit in Hickory.
Hickory Real Estate Group
In early 2010, when most real estate firms were struggling to stay afloat, Mike Kelly and his wife Kathleen decided to venture out and start their own real estate business. At the time, they were working with a large business, and they had implemented a social media strategy that was seeing great results. They realized that most of their leads were coming from work that they were doing themselves, and they decided it was a great time to step out on their own.
The Hickory Real Estate Group has a large internet presence. Google loves them, and you can’t find a social media site that they aren’t a part of. As more and more people use the internet to search for homes (90% of consumers go online first when considering buying or selling a home), this has been a very valuable asset, and has helped them rise above a weak economy. You can find them easily on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Trulia.
Jon Eckard Photography
Jon Eckard Photography is a local photography company that specializes in commercial photography for print and digital advertising. In addition to promotional photography, Jon Eckard Photography also provides photography for products, catalogues, annual reports and events. They are celebrating their first year in their new studio space, located in The Granary in Hickory.
Jon Eckard was raised in Hickory, but set off after high school to study photography in Asheboro, North Carolina. He then moved to New Mexico, where he worked with Michael Barley Photography for several years. It was working with Michael that instilled a love of commercial photography in Jon, and helped to develop his keen eye for detail. He strives to understand what each client needs. Jon has pursued only photography in the 15 years since receiving his photography degree.
Resultz Gym-Where Personal Attention is Key
Steven Sorrow opened Resultz Gym in 2005. It’s located just across the Bethlehem bridge on Highway 127. Resultz isn’t your typical gym, and that has made it a local favorite. It has never been the sort of gym where a person goes, works out, and leaves. The focus here is on personal training, and a one on one atmosphere. Steve began training while living in the Florida Keys. He started a personal training studio.
Crescent Moon Cafe-A new bar and restaurant in Downtown Hickory
Crescent Moon Cafe is a new restaurant in Downtown Hickory. Owners Brian Thompson and Andy Thomason felt the area needed a new option for casual dining, with style. The result is a very modern space with delicious, healthy food, and 28 beers on tap. They specialize in fresh deli sandwiches, salads and soups. Their entire menu is available on their Facebook page. There is a buzz around the place that is quite exciting
