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Thursday, September 22, 2016

September 2016

As September is coming to a close, the count down to Fall Expo is ready to begin!


This past Monday we had a great turn out at our table sign up meeting. Many tables have been claimed, but we still have some openings left before we open the floor for the interested to purchase a second table.

As in previous fashion, we allow up to three representatives from a company, whether sharing or requesting separate tables. Unless it goes against the company policy, in which case we have no authority to override their policy and procedures.

Once again, we will have light morning refreshments for the vendors during setup, followed by 30 minutes shopping time before the doors open to the public for the Event.

October 17 will be the next and final mandatory meeting for all participating vendors. On that night we will review the Event's procedure list and all vendors are to bring a donation for the Raffle baskets. Carla Bates has been kind enough to volunteer to organize the baskets once again and we all appreciate her effort. Don't forget to have a business card along with your item so whomever the winner may be, they know from where these sweet prizes came.

I will be available to claim your table form/fee before the October meeting or you may hand in your form/fee that night. Please contact me through FB page or message me directly to schedule a meet up.

 If however, you miss this final mandatory meeting, any available tables will then have a $40 fee and must arrange to meet to personally deliver form, fee and view your SJA approval letter.

My goal is to fill the room. The more of us there, the more that will come in to see us. Let's pack it out! This event has all the makings to be great, so let's all come together and make it happen! There is room for all of us to thrive!


P.S. It is to the benefit of us all that everyone knows in order to run a business while stationed aboard MCAS Iwakuni they need to gain SJA approval. There has been a lot of turnover from PSC season and I feel the need to restate this. Being able to operate our businesses here is considered a privilege and can be revoked by anyone's wrong doing. Help keep other's informed and keep it legal, otherwise we may all suffer the consequences.

Monday, September 19, 2016

Welcome Lauren Weeks Photography

Iwakuni Home-based Business Organization would like to welcome new business Lauren Weeks Photography!
Run by Lauren Arrington Weeks, Lauren Weeks Photography offers wedding and on-location portrait photography in Iwakuni, Japan & surrounding areas. Learn more about Lauren and her business in the Photography section of the Directory.

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Welcome Semper Medals

Iwakuni Home-based Business Organization would like to welcome new business Semper Medals!


Semper Medals is the work of Stefanie Hansen.  Her services include both small and large medal mounting according to MCO P1020.34G.  Her services are also available for Navy, Air Force, and Army medals.  Learn more about Stefanie and her business in the Professional Services section of our directory.

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Welcome Legally Bronzed!

Iwakuni Home-based Business Organization would like to welcome new business Legally Bronzed Master Cosmetology Services by Tasha!

Tasha offers Master Level Cosmetology skills and services to the women of Iwakuni. With 9 years of experience under her belt, Tasha strives to honor women by serving them through Hair, Waxing, Manicures, Makeup and Custom Spray Tanning services. Learn more about Tasha and her business in Health & Beauty section of our directory.

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Welcome, Rodan + Fields!

The Iwakuni Home-based Business Organization would like to welcome Rodan + Fields Independent Consultant, Jenny Curry to the Iwakuni Business Directory!  Jenny offers uniquely effective skincare products. You can learn more about Jenny and her Rodan + Fields business when you visit the Health & Beauty section of the directory.

Monday, August 1, 2016

August 2016: News

As we approach the end of Summer, we are still working to secure the venue for the Fall Expo. Amanda and I will be meeting this week to work on all the details. There has also been interest in gathering for a meeting this month as an opportunity for new members coming in and sharing ideas for moving forward. A date has not been chosen, but I will post it on the Facebook page as an event and will try to do so at least a week out to give everyone a chance to make it.

If you hadn't noticed, I also tried something new with the last addition to the Directory. I would like to go back to posting separately for each new business listing. This works on two levels: better exposure for each business as they go into the directory and also, because I'm no writer, it helps to keep the blog active. So please send in your listing applications, give me something to blog about! This is free and makes your services searchable. You can find the application in the files section on the Facebook page and remember a photo for your listing. Photos can be logos, a product sample shot, or your own smiling face; whichever best represents your business.


As we move forward, my mission is to see this organization grow and build into its full potential. Help me help you grow your home business here in Iwakuni.

Sunday, July 24, 2016

Welcome Southern Ohana Photography!

The Iwakuni Home-based Business Organization's Iwakuni Business Directory would like to welcome the following business:

Southern Ohana Photography is our newest photography business run by Kelly Butler, who started photography as hobby and since built it into her own business. Specializing in natural light photography for couples, families, and pets. Find out more about Kelly & her business visit the Photography page of the directory.