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Show usiness A6 • WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2009 Guardian of Your Community News Volunteering for ChiroMission Namon Bills EDITOR David Miller / The Sentinel KEEPING TRACK: Above, Rick Ainge, works in his Salem office. Ainge does accounting, consulting, taxes and payroll. Accounting for the community Business Here, Business Now David Miller Twenty-one years ago, after obtaining his master's degree in accounting from BYU, and after serving a short stint working at a Certified Public Accountant's (CPA) office in Salt Lake, Rick Ainge/eturjied to the community where he was bom and raised, and put his. business and family roots down. Ainge bought out his father's tax business, added accounting, consulting and payroll services and created the CPA firm Rick B. Ainge. Theaccountingbusiness has experienced some major changes during the past several years as a result of large and troubled icons such as Enron, WorldCom and a host of other com- panies due to fraudulent activities and lack of oversight. Thus, the accounting function of auditing has taken center stage in the business world. Ainge feels this has created an environment "where an accountant is either in auditing or not because the functions of auditing have increasingly become more specialized." Ainge felt, that helping his clients succeed in their own business and financial ventures was much more satisfying. In addition, he learned early on the value of "providing customized and personalized service, taking care of the clients and relying on word of mouth" to build his CPA firm. During the current economic downturn, Ainge has sought to help his clients weather the diffi- culties by providing good financial information. In spite of the economic challenges, Ainge said, "There are good opportunities whether an existing business is looking to expand or entrepreneurs [are] seeking to start a business. It is important not to jump into a business without a good and solid plan and some duediligence efforts. Such efforts as researching your line of work or interest, understanding the business community and its environment, and learning about the various functions and roles of accounting, advertising/marketing, customer service, management and other business functions will ensure the success of your business." Ainge credits the role of city government in foster- ing a healthy and vibrant business community. He said the chamber of commerce "is a voice to the city government and the community. They help to create unity among businesses and promote an environment of giving back to the community by providing programs such as the annual Easter egg hunt and Christmas parade. The chamber of commerce is certainly a great source for contacts and networking with other businesses." Ainge found a knack working with math and numbers and used it to create an accounting practice providing services to individuals and businesses. His firm has been selected by the chamber of commerce as the business of the month for September. Congratulations to the accounting firm of Rick B. Ainge, CPA. MVH Ribbon Cutting Dr. Veloy Cook will be offering free chiropractic services Friday, Sept. 18, 2009. Current patients can receive treatments and adjustments; new patients can receive consultations and exams — all at no charge. Dr. Cook is still hoping to bring in some money, however, but not for himself. Patients can donate whatever amount they would like to ChiroMission, a nonprofit organization Whose goal is to bring free chiropractic services to third world countries. "ChiroMission is a group of chiropractors that get together and head down to third-world countries ... and spend time, going out into small villages assessing medical needs and giving medical treatment," said Cook. Cook got involved in the program through a lifelong friend, Dr. Paul Baird, who went last spring and had what he called a life-changing experience. "He came back and said, 'You're going with me — I don't care if you want to go or not,'" said Cook. Inspired by Baud's experience, Cook and his wife, Tamara, will be volunteering their services for five days in the Dominican Republic at the end of the month. Dr. Cook will offer chiropractic service, while his wife will help with administrative and logistical needs. Cook explained that some residents will walk for miles to receive the free medical attention. "Sometimes doctors will see upwards of 100 patients a day," he said. While medical help will be available to adults and MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL CELEBRATES NEW WOWENS' CENTER: Thursday, September 3rd the official Ribbon Cutting for the hospitals Womens Center was held. In attendance were Kevin Johnson - CEO, Kimball Anderson COO, Steve Schramm - CFO, JeanAnne Christensen - CNO, Ric Johnson - Asst. Administrator, and Wally Trotter - HR Director. Joining the hospital administrators was the Mayor of Payson Burtis Bills, Trustees, Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce board members, Miss Spanish Fork, Miss Payson and her two attendants. T H E SENTINEL: Covering what matters most. children, Cook and the other doctors are hoping to effect long-lasting change by focusing efforts on education. "That's really where the difference is going to be," he said. Educational projects include setting up an organization to purchase uniforms and distribute them to local schools. In one village Dr. Baird visited, there were almost 300 kids not attending school because their parents couldn't afford the mandatory $3 uniform. Cook said they hope to establish contacts this fall and have this program up and running next spring. Cook said that those who are not able to come in for chiropractic treatment on Sept. 18 can still give donations. Currently only financial donations are being accepted because of difficulties transporting physical items to the Dominican Republic. "All the money goes directly through to the people ... 100 percent" said Cook. Dr. Cook's office is located at 642 Kirby Lane, Spanish Fork. For more information, visit chiromission.com. TIFIE to hold charitable event Christy Hardman STAFF WRITER Dana Robinson / The Sentinel Dr. Veloy Cook Robert Workman is founder and current executive of Provo Craft, but his vision has spread far beyond his Spanish Fork headquarters. He established TIFIE Humanitarian in 2007. TIFIE stands for "Teaching Individuals and Families Independence through Enterprise." The goal of TIFIE, according to a recent press release, is to "empower entrepreneurs in impoverished areas, leading to more jobs, improved economies and better living conditions." The main focus has been on the Democratic Republic of Congo, where they have supported orphanages, worked on water purification projects, distribution programs and establishing businesses to boost the African economy. One of their most successful projects has been a brick-making industry in Africa that originated to provide bricks for a new school in Kinshasa, Africa, but has turned into a profitable business that boosts the economy and provides jobs in the Congo. TIFIE is also sponsoring a Ngaba Miracle Initiative to raise funds to build a new orphanage and provide school supplies for children. They are asking people to go to their website www.tifie.org, and donate as little as $ 1 , which will go a long way in Ngaba, since they can provide education for one child for six months on $7. Their goal is to raise $250,000 for the construction of the new facility. One of the main ways TIFTE has benefited others is their focus on hydro, wind and solar power. According to Workman, "TIFIE is also a leading proponent of alternative energy, and is demonstrating how it can greatly benefit developing countries." Their ranch in Morgan is almost completely selfsustained in the energy it produces and uses, and they are expanding their energy resources into the Congo to help advance the standard of living there. The 250-acre ranch includes a 14,000 square foot lodge, a paint ball area, an RV park and more. On Sept. 12, the T M E Ranch is hosting a charitable event featuring Thurl Bailey, who is a member of the TIFIE Humanitarian board. The event will include a tour of the ranch and a show that will explain their goals and projects in various schools and orphanages in the Congo and in Utah. |