Investing in Quality With Landscape Construction

Aaron Sampson: In Through the Outdoors By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter NOVATO — Aaron Sampson gained equal experience in construction and landscaping, but it wasn’t until he merged the two spheres that he hit his professional stride. “I got into the construction trades right out of high school,” he recounts. “I worked for a residential building contractor that also did landscaping, so I got an equal amount of experience in both aspects. Eventually, I decided that I preferred working outdoors and began pursuing a career in landscape construction. I earned my C-27 license, which enables me to handle general landscaping as well as exterior building projects like patios, retaining walls, Read more

Sampson's Landscaping, Inc.

Aaron Sampson is CEO of Sampson’s Landscaping, Inc., a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (415) 582-4375 or by email.

Aaron Sampson: In Through the Outdoors

The Importance of Bird Control

Owner

Aaron Weiss: Roof Master By James Florence, Diamond Certified Program Reporter SUISUN CITY — With a name like Roofmasters, a business has a lot to live up to. Fortunately, owner Aaron Weiss has the professional background and expertise to back up his company’s moniker. “I’ve been in roofing my whole life,” he says. “Straight out of high school, I started working for my family’s roofing company in Richmond. Roofing always seemed like a good trade, and since I had the added support of my family, I saw a lot of opportunity to succeed. After working for the family business for several years, my brother and I branched off and started our own company in Solano County.” Today, Read more

Roofmasters of California LLC

Aaron Weiss is a 31-year veteran of the roofing industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/roofmasters-bird-control-services">Roofmasters / Bird Control Services</a>, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (707) 200-1301 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/roofmasters-bird-control-services">email</a>.

Aaron Weiss: Roof Master

Plumbing Leak Prevention

Adam Garza: Plumbing Pride By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter SAN JOSE — Adam Garza learned about plumbing from his father while he was growing up, but it wasn’t until later in life that he acquired a sense of pride in the family trade. “My father has been a plumber for 35 years, and he started San Jose Plumbing back in 1991,” he details. “As a kid, I used to ride around with him and he would teach me about the trade. However, it wasn’t something I wanted to do for a living—after all, not too many eight-year-olds aspire to become plumbers.” Following high school, Adam enrolled at a local junior college, Read more

San Jose Plumbing, Inc.

Adam Garza is a 23-year veteran of the plumbing industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/san-jose-plumbing-inc">San Jose Plumbing, Inc.</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2004. He can be reached at (408) 372-8978 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/san-jose-plumbing-inc">email</a>.

Adam Garza: Plumbing Pride

3 Pool-Improving Features

Adrian Garcia is owner of Elite Custom Pools Inc, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (408) 874-6934 or elitepoolmasters@gmail.com.

Elite Custom Pools Inc

Adrian Garcia: Making a Splash

How Roof Maintenance Prevents Leaks

A glimpse into the life and career of Agapito Chavez-Reyes, owner of PRI-Premiere Roofing, Inc.

PRI-Premiere Roofing Inc.

Agapito Chavez-Reyes is owner of PRI-Premiere Roofing Inc., a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (925) 453-6240 or by email.

Agapito Chavez-Reyes: Life on the Roof

Differentiating Furnace Filter Efficiencies

President

Al Morando is president of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/innovative-mechanical-inc" target="_self">Innovative Mechanical, Inc.</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2004. He can be reached at (650) 583-8222 or <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/innovative-mechanical-inc" target="_self">email</a>.

Innovative Mechanical, Inc.

Al Morando: Brotherly Ambition

How to Protect Your Garden from Local Wildlife

Alan Kostelnik of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/gardens-of-the-wine-country" target="_self">Gardens of the Wine Country</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2003. He can be reached at (707) 925-2964 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/gardens-of-the-wine-country" target="_self">email</a>.

Gardens of the Wine Country Inc.

Alan Kostelnik: Wine Country Landscape Professional

Blinds, Shades and Shutters: A Basic Overview

Alan Robinette: An Interpersonal Opportunity By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter PLEASANTON — Years ago, Alan Robinette was looking for a career change—preferably one that involved more interpersonal interaction. As it turned out, the window covering industry gave him a perfect opportunity to do just that. “Prior to my current career, I was a service division manager for Huffy, where most of my interactions were with corporate buyers in an office setting,” he recounts. “As time went on, I became interested in finding a career that would allow me to interact with people on a more personal level. I figured a good avenue for this would be to get involved in some aspect of home interiors, Read more

Window-ology

Alan Robinette is a veteran of the window covering industry and president of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/window-ology">Window-ology</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2009. He can be reached at (925) 331-0343 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/window-ology">email</a>.

Alan Robinette: An Interpersonal Opportunity

How to Stop a Water Heater Leak

Alex Diaz: From Planes to Plumbing By James Florence , Diamond Certified Resource Reporter CONCORD — Alex Diaz may have traded a career as an airplane mechanic for a career in plumbing, but he has no regrets about his earthbound livelihood. “After studying aviation in college, I got my aircraft mechanic’s license and started looking for work,” he recounts. “When a prospective job with United fell through, I started to look elsewhere—basically, any job that would allow me to work with my hands. I ended up getting into plumbing, and to my surprise, I totally fell in love with it. I especially enjoyed the interaction with customers. When you work with plane engines, Read more

Water Heaters Masters Inc.

Alex Diaz is a longtime veteran of the plumbing industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/water-heaters-masters-inc">Water Heaters Masters, Inc.</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2011. He can be reached at (925) 435-1896 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/water-heaters-masters-inc">email</a>.

Alex Diaz: From Planes to Plumbing

2 Air Conditioning Advancements

Alex Hamilton is owner of CPI Service, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (650) 924-2926 or service@cpiservice.com.

CPI Service

Alex Hamilton: A Sense of Community

Crucial Details for Concrete Installation

Alex Ramirez is owner of ARP Hardscape, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (510) 737-0952 or by email.By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter

ARP Hardscape

Alex Ramirez: A Firm Foundation

Choosing the Right Paint Colors for Your Home

Color Consultant

Amber Capurro is a color consultant at Majestic Painters, a Diamond Certified company. She can be reached at (510) 394-4990 or ncapurro@majesticpainters.com.

Majestic Painters

Amber Capurro: A Colorful Life

How to Fix a Common Garage Door Issue

Amie Prendergast is owner of Precision Door Services of the Bay Area, a Diamond Certified company. She can be reached at (408) 389-5057 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/precision-door-services-of-the-bay-area" target="\_self">email</a>.

Precision Door Services of the Bay Area

Amie Prendergast: Relational Rewards

3 Things to Look for When Hiring a Roofer

Andres Serva: Trading His Badge for a Roofer’s License By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter SUNNYVALE — After trying out a career in law enforcement, Andres Serva decided to leave the Force and join the roofing industry. “I became a police officer in 2016, but after a few years I started to consider other career options,” he recounts. “Working in law enforcement was becoming more challenging due to all the politics and liability involved. Also, the job required a substantial time commitment. My father-in-law was a roofing contractor, so I became interested in the field and eventually decided to make the change. I started out in a minor role and worked my way up to management. Read more

Sersiv Roofing Corporation

Andres Serva is owner of Sersiv Roofing Corporation, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (831) 706-2045 or by email.

Andres Serva: Trading His Badge for a Roofer’s License

Benefits of a Whole House Air Purifier

Installation and Operations Manager

Andrew Summers is installation and operations manager of Hometown Heating &amp; Air Conditioning, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (510) 456-0082 or info@hhvac.com.

Hometown Heating & Air Conditioning

Andrew Summers: Puzzle Solver

Troubleshooting Dryer Vent Issues

Andy Gatley: Sweeping Up the Town By James Florence, Diamond Certified Program Reporter SANTA ROSA — When asked about their motivations for entering a particular trade, most professionals cite an auspicious opportunity, the influence of a family member or a specific attribute that drew them to the industry. When asked how he got started sweeping chimneys, Andy Gatley blames it on the decline of a foreign economy. “I used to be a diamond cutter, but when the Japanese economy took a dive in the late ’90s, I found myself out of work,” he recounts. “I started working for a friend who cleaned chimneys and later partnered with another guy who ended up selling me his business. Read more

Best Chimney Sweep

Andy Gatley is owner of Best Chimney Sweep, a Diamond Certified company since 2004. He can be reached at (707) 742-3949 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/best-chimney-sweep">email</a>.

Andy Gatley: Sweeping Up the Town

Protecting Your Home From Wood-Destroying Organisms

Andy O’Hara is service manager of Great Wall Termite Control, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (650) 866-5973 or by email.

Great Wall Termite Control

Andy O’Hara: From Carpentry to Termite Control

The Importance of Project Preparation

Angel Garcia: Expanded Expertise By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter LIVERMORE — Starting out in a subset of the remodeling industry, Angel Garcia gradually expanded his expertise to encompass all aspects of construction. “Several of my family members were in construction, so I basically followed in their footsteps,” he recounts. “My first job was installing garage doors when I was 18 years old. Later, I started doing handyman services, which I enjoyed so much that I decided to get my general contractor’s license. In 2011, I started Gar-Cal Corporation, and today we handle every aspect of construction, from foundations to framing to whole home remodeling.” Angel says his favorite part of his job is the opportunity for creative ingenuity. Read more

Gar-Cal Corporation

Angel Garcia is owner of Gar-Cal Corporation, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (510) 346-5017 or by email.

Angel Garcia: Expanded Expertise

Fence Replacement vs. Repair

Antonio Chau is owner of California Fences, Inc., a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (925) 233-6543 or dora@cafences.com.

California Fences, Inc.

Antonio Chau: Setting the Standard

Does Your Garage Door Motor Have a Battery Backup?

A glimpse into the life and career of Ata Salem, senior technician at Ace's Garage Door Repair & Installation.

Ace's Garage Door Repair & Installation

Ata Salem is senior technician at Ace’s Garage Door Repair &amp; Installation, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (888) 725-6139 or by email.

Ata Salem: On Track for Success

Fire Damage Restoration Procedure

Atar Barkai is business operations manager of Reactic Restoration, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (510) 277-3777 or by email.

Reactic Restoration

Atar Barkai : A Restorative Career

Assessing Countertop Materials

Avi Edri: In His Father’s Footsteps By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter WALNUT CREEK — When asked how he got into the construction industry, Avi Edri credits the instruction and inspiration he received from his father. “My dad is a contractor, so I learned pretty everything I know from him,” he affirms. “He’s not only extremely professional, he’s an artist in his trade, so I was lucky to have him as a teacher. I started learned the trade from him when I was 14. It was difficult, but I loved it, and I knew early on that this would be my lifelong career.” After accumulating several years of experience, Read more

Edri Construction

Avi Edri is owner of Edri Construction, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (925) 488-0900 or by email.

Avi Edri: In His Father’s Footsteps

Do-It-Yourself Vehicle Maintenance

Bill Faulconer is a 39-year veteran of the automotive industry and president of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/renson-automotive-inc" target="_self">Renson Automotive</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2002. He can be reached at (408) 840-3977 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/renson-automotive-inc" target="_self">email</a>.

Renson Automotive

Bill Faulconer: A Foundation of Integrity

Getting Ready to Meet with a Remodeling Contractor

Bill Hinkamp: Designing and Building a Career By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter OAKLAND — Even while studying architecture in college, Bill Hinkamp never lost his love for construction. Later, he would merge his dual interests into a single professional venture. “I’ve always been involved in construction and I continued to be attracted to the industry during my time at UC Berkeley,” he affirms. “Since I was studying architecture, I increasingly began to see construction as a design/build discipline, which would inform my later career.” Following college graduation, Bill went to work for an architectural firm, but it wasn’t long before he found himself involved in construction once again. Read more

Rockridge Builders

Bill Hinkamp is owner of Rockridge Builders, a Diamond Certified company since 2002. He can be reached at (510) 761-6917 or by email.

Bill Hinkamp: Designing and Building a Career

Basic Septic System Maintenance

Blaine Cristando: Pumped By James Florence, Diamond Certified Program Reporter HEALDSBURG — After a decade in the waste removal business, Blaine Cristando had grown tired of working for big companies that didn’t care about customer service. So, when a friend suggested they go into business together, he was pumped about the idea. “My business partner, Eric, and I met while working for Waste Management,” he recounts. “Later, after we’d both moved on to other companies, he approached me about starting our own business. In an industry dominated by large corporations, we knew there was potential for a smaller company that provided quality work and customer service, so we founded Environmental Pump Services in 2008.” Blaine and Eric started out small, Read more

Environmental Pump Services, Inc.

Blaine Cristando is owner of Environmental Pump Services, Inc., a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (707) 785-6584 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/environmental-pump-services-inc">email</a>.

Blaine Cristando: Pumped

Do You Really Need to Stain Your Redwood Fence?

A glimpse into the life and career of Bob Easley, owner of California Fencing in San Rafael.

California Fencing

Bob Easley is owner of California Fencing, a Diamond Certified company since 2013. He can be reached at (415) 689-6024 or by email.

Bob Easley: Building Trust

Pre-Tax Premiums for Small Employer Health Groups

Bob Vinal: A Great Communicator By James Florence, Diamond Certified Program Reporter MENLO PARK — Following college, Bob Vinal wasn’t entirely sure how he would apply his communications degree in the professional realm, but after accepting a job offer in the insurance business, he found it to be a perfect fit. “My brother was selling life insurance and needed someone to help out with employee benefits,” he remembers. “As a communications major, I’ve always been one for gab, so when I got into insurance, I really enjoyed having the opportunity to talk with people on a daily basis.” After gaining further industry experience over the next few years, Bob decided to strike out on his own and founded Bay Area Health Insurance Marketing, Read more

Bay Area Health Insurance Marketing, Inc.

Bob Vinal is president of Bay Area Health Insurance Marketing, Inc., a Diamond Certified company since 2011. He can be reached at (650) 273-0330 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/bay-area-health-insurance-marketing-inc">email</a>.

Bob Vinal: A Great Communicator

Prioritizing Real Estate “Must-Haves”

Co-owner

Bobby Nijjar is Realtor of Bobby &amp; Nikki Nijjar Real Estate Team, a Diamond Certified Company since 2023. He can be reached at (510) 761-6924 or by email.

Bobby & Nikki Nijjar Real Estate Team

Bobby Nijjar: Team Player

Questions to Ask When Choosing Hardwood Flooring

A glimpse into the life and career of Bojan Milosevic, owner of European Hardwood Floors.

European Hardwood Floors

Bojan Milosevic is owner of European Hardwood Floors, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (415) 350-4364 or by email.

Bojan Milosevic: A Paternal Partnership

The Importance of Professional Termite Inspections

A glimpse into the life and career of Brandy Straub, owner of Redwood Empire Termite & Pest Control in Windsor.

Redwood Empire Termite & Pest Control

Brandy Straub is owner of Redwood Empire Termite &amp; Pest Control, a Diamond Certified company since 2011. He can be reached at (707) 654-4593 or by email.

Brandy Straub: Dirty Work

Tips to Improve HVAC Air Filtration

Brian Waskow: Career 2.0 By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter CONCORD — For most people, retirement means the end of a career, but for Brian Waskow, it was also the beginning of another. “I had a ‘20 years and out’ deal working as a refrigeration mechanic for the plumbing and pipe fitting union, which enabled me to retire in my early 40s,” he relates. “Since I was still fairly young, I wanted to find another industry to get involved with, so I answered a newspaper ad posted by a local heating and air conditioning company. As a former refrigeration mechanic, I found the HVAC industry to be a natural transition.” Over the next 12 years, Read more

Brian Waskow is a 37-year veteran of the HVAC industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/hometown-heating-air-conditioning">Hometown Heating &amp; Air Conditioning</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2013. He can be reached at (925) 456-4967 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/hometown-heating-air-conditioning">email</a>.

Brian Waskow: Career 2.0

Two Flooring Trends in 2022

Cambria Hance: Flooring Fanatic By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter RICHMOND — Cambria Hance developed a passion for the flooring industry as a young woman, thanks to an early introduction. “My mother was a real estate agent, so that was my initial connection to the industry,” she recounts. “I started as a greeter at property showings when I was 15 years old. At 17, I began working in the design center, where I helped new homebuyers choose among different options for flooring. That’s where I really found my passion for the flooring industry. Later, I worked for a stone company and gained a deeper understanding of stone and tile flooring products.” In 2009, Read more

The Floor Store

Cambria Hance is general manager of The Floor Store, a Diamond Certified company. She can be reached at (925) 679-5988 or by email.

Cambria Hance: Flooring Fanatic

Benefits of Hot Water Recirculation

Cameron Mason: An Unplanned Profession By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter SAN ANSELMO &mdash; When Cameron Mason started plumbing to pay his way through college, he never thought it would become his primary livelihood. “I worked as a plumber while earning my degree in physical therapy,” he explains. “After graduating, I did an internship with a local physical therapist, but eventually I realized it wasn’t for me. I had fond memories of plumbing, so I decided to return to the trade full-time. After completing my five-year apprenticeship, I started my own business.” Today, as owner of Mason Plumbing, Inc., Cameron says his favorite part of his job is solving problems. Read more

Mason Plumbing, Inc.

Cameron Mason is a 25-year veteran of the plumbing industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/mason-plumbing-inc">Mason Plumbing, Inc.</a>, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (415) 484-6836 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/mason-plumbing-inc">email</a>.

Cameron Mason: An Unplanned Profession

A Systematic Approach to Roofing

Marketing Director

Cameron Radonich: Bring it on Home By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter SAN JOSE &mdash; Aiming for a career in professional sports, Cameron Radonich was in the process of earning his master’s degree when a simple realization led to an abrupt change in direction. “I was working on a master’s in organizational leadership, with the intention of coaching professionally,” he explains. “Halfway through the program, however, I realized I wasn’t willing to take a job outside of the Bay Area.” Recognizing that this provision was incompatible with his coaching aspirations, Cameron opted to take a route that would fulfill both his personal and professional criterion: he joined his father’s business, Read more

Los Gatos Roofing

Cameron Radonich is marketing director at <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/los-gatos-roofing">Los Gatos Roofing</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2005. He can be reached at (408) 256-3960 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/los-gatos-roofing">email</a>.

Cameron Radonich: Bring it on Home

How to Remove and Prevent Roof Moss

Carlos Rodriguez: Close to Home By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO — After he graduated college, Carlos Rodriguez was on the cusp of a promising career in the corporate world. However, when a need arose at his family’s roofing company, he opted to apply his administrative abilities closer to home. “My dad started Mr. Roofing in 1989, so I’ve been around it since I was about four years old,” he says. “I went to UC Berkeley and took a business management job after I graduated, but then my dad called me and requested my help with his company. We came to an agreement that I would take care of the sales and customer service side while he would handle the production. Read more

Mr. Roofing, Inc.

Carlos Rodriguez is a 25-year veteran of the roofing industry and president of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/mr-roofing-inc">Mr. Roofing, Inc.</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2009. He can be reached at (650) 605-3927 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/mr-roofing-inc">email</a>.

Carlos Rodriguez: Close to Home

How to Maintain a Tile Roof

General Manager

Chad Creeden is general manager of Marco Roofing, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (925) 405-5996 or marcoroof@sbcglobal.net.

Marco Roofing

Chad Creeden: Born to Roof

How to Patch Drywall

Charles Irwin: House of Dreams By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter GILROY — Charles Irwin received an early education in the construction field by doing something most kids only dream of: building a house. “When I was 14 years old, my parents decided to sell our house in San Jose and build our own,” he remembers. “Over the next four years, I spent all my holidays, weekends and vacations working on the house. Besides the realization that I enjoyed working with my hands, that experience taught me a lot about construction and got me started in the field.” Following high school, Charles further expanded his versatile skill set by working in various industry capacities. Read more

Irwin Construction Kitchen and Bath

Charles Irwin is a 27-year veteran of the construction industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/irwin-construction">Irwin Construction Kitchen and Bath</a>, a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (408) 214-1500 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/irwin-construction">email</a>.

Charles Irwin: House of Dreams

Factors for Well Placement

A glimpse into the life and career of Charlie Judson, president of Weeks Drilling & Pump Company.

Weeks Drilling & Pump Company

Charlie Judson is a veteran of the water treatment industry and consultant for Weeks Drilling &amp; Pump Company, a Diamond Certified company since 2004. He can be reached at (707) 823-3184 or charlie@weeksdrilling.com.

Charlie Judson: A Life Well Spent

3 Tips for Engaging a Home Services Contractor

Cheryl Tarik-El: Love at First Site By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter OAKLAND — When Cheryl Tarik-El married a contractor, she had already fallen in love with the man, but she didn’t know she would also fall in love with his trade. “My husband, Moorice, started his business in 1985, which evolved over time into We Love Small Jobs Handyman Services-Remodelers &amp; Builders,” she recounts. “After we got married, I left my job as a recruiter and became managing partner at the business. The construction industry was very different from the last field I’d worked in, but I loved it from the beginning. I like anything that has to do with the home and I’ve always dealt with people, Read more

We Love Small Jobs Handyman Services-Remodelers & Builders

Cheryl Tarik-El is managing partner at We Love Small Jobs Handyman Services - Remodelers &amp; Builders, a Diamond Certified company. She can be reached at (510) 251-2200 or by email.

Cheryl Tarik-El: Love at First Site

Transmissions: To Flush or Not to Flush?

Chester Kniss: A Mechanical Mind By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter ANTIOCH — When asked how he got involved in the auto repair field, Chester Kniss simply replies that he’s always been mechanically minded. “I’ve been interested in cars since I was a little boy, so I picked things up pretty naturally,” he says. “At 10 years old, I was able to accurately diagnose car problems, and by age 15, I’d built my first transmission.” After high school, Chester went directly into the automotive industry, where he started out working on diesel trucks. In 1994, he was hired at Delta Transmission, and 12 years later, he purchased the business from the owner. Read more

Delta Transmission

Chester Kniss is a lifetime veteran of the automotive industry and owner of <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/report/delta-transmission">Delta Transmission</a>, a Diamond Certified company since 2007. He can be reached at (925) 709-4984 or by <a href="http://www.diamondcertified.org/contact/delta-transmission">email</a>.

Chester Kniss: A Mechanical Mind

Awning Options

Chih Ling Han: From Software to Sunshades By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter HAYWARD — After investing a decade into a steady career in software, Chih Ling Han took a radical leap of faith and dove headfirst into an unfamiliar industry. More than a decade later, he has no regrets. “After 10 years working as a software engineer, I realized that I wanted to be my own boss and run my own company,” he recounts. “However, I didn’t want to start from scratch and found a brand-new company, so I decided to buy an established one. In 2009, I acquired Acme Sunshades Enterprise. Since I didn’t have any prior experience in the sunshade industry, Read more

Acme Sunshades Enterprise Inc.

Chih Ling Han is president of Acme Sunshades Enterprise Inc., a Diamond Certified company. He can be reached at (510) 992-4017 or by email.

Chih Ling Han: From Software to Sunshades

How to Avoid Unlicensed Movers

Chitra Bheeman: A Personal Move By James Florence, Diamond Certified Resource Reporter MILPITAS — With a background in business development, Chitra Bheeman has always preferred interacting with people to crunching numbers. That was one of the main reasons she decided to get into the moving industry—that and her husband needed the help. “When my then-fiancé Brian first started Advantage Moving &amp; Storage, I helped him and his partners get things up and running,” she recounts. “A couple of years later, after the two other partners left, I quit my job and joined the business full-time. Since then, I’ve particularly enjoyed the interpersonal aspect of the job. While I also worked with people in my prior career, Read more

Advantage Moving & Storage

Chitra Bheeman is vice president of Advantage Moving &amp; Storage, a Diamond Certified company. She can be reached at (408) 840-3997 or by email.