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What's New...
Another first for the Private Service Community!
The moment is finally here! After months of preparation, open enrollment for the DEMA Dental, Hearing & Vision Plan has begun. If you are a paid DEMA Member you are now eligible for this insurance plan. If you are a Service Provider, Affiliated Agency or School Member and would like to have your employees participate in this plan please contact Resource Insurance Advisors from the enrollment website. You may find more details on the enrollment website or in the article at the bottom of this newsletter.
Click Here to Enroll All of us here at the Domestic Estate Managers Association wish you and your family a very Safe & Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for all of your participation this past year and look forward to serving you in 2011! Look for our Year in Review newsletter coming in December. Sincerely, Matthew Haack, DEMA National President Michael Wright, DEMA National Vice President |
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Chapter Meetings & Special Events |
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Private Service Professional Spotlight
~ Featuring ~
Robert Cholewinski
Q: How did you get started in the Industry?
A: I started in the hotel industry as a Management Trainee. I spent 19 years working for Hyatt Hotels progressing to Executive Manager of Rooms. A family that frequently stayed at the hotel hired me away in 2005.
Q: Do you have any formal training or degrees for Household Management?
A: I have no formal training for domestic management. I hold an education degree. My 19 years of on the job experience with Hyatt was instrumental in providing a smooth transition into my current position as Estate Manager. Q: What have been some of the more difficult situations that you have run into on the job?
A: Most difficult situation? You always have various challenges when working with groups of people but I love that about my job. I can honestly say that because of how wonderful of a boss I have and how great my staff is we never really find ourselves in any difficult situations that we can't handle. One time we ran out of propane gas for the entire house when I first started. We were in the middle of grilling when my Chef came and told me the grill went out. We never missed a step and we were able to finish off the dinner in our electric convection ovens. |
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Q: What type of principal or homeowner do you prefer to work for?
A: I have been very blessed in working with two great families. Both families have been very laid back and relaxed. My current bosses are very loyal and appreciative. They have given me a great responsibility and have allowed me the opportunity to grow and try new things with very little limits. They trust me. I believe we are a great fit because we share the same vision and are a lot alike in our personalities.
Q: What direction would you like to see Private Service take in the future?
A: I'd like to see more social networking opportunities where I am able to meet more local professionals in our industry. I feel DEMA is doing a great job in promoting our industry.
Q: What are your goals for the future?
A: To continue bettering myself through education and networking.
Q: What are your interests and hobbies?
A: I am into healthy living and fitness .I am currently studying to get my personal trainer certification. In my spare time I like to hike, travel, box, cook and socialize.
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New National Affiliate 
America's Best Cleaners is an organization of certified couture cleaners dedicated to the highest standards. Couture care is an extremely delicate process, involving complicated technology, chemistry and years of practical experience. A couture care specialist is a well-trained master of their craft, from couture apparel to your white cotton shirts. America's Best Cleaners Certification ensures this level of quality through cutting edge standards and continual education.
America's Best Cleaners does what it takes to not just satisfy but astonish their clients. Because their drive towards excellence is fueled by a passion to be the best; and the essence of that passion is this ideal of perfect quality.
To ensure that we only select this brand of dry cleaner, America's Best Cleaners™ has devised and implements the toughest standards of quality in the industry. We inspect thoroughly, we test monthly, and we test yearly with on-site inspections. We take surveys of retailers and clients, secret shopping reports and we listen to you, the customer.
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World Class Service Providers
Welcome our newest providers to our member directory!
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DEMA Dental, Hearing & Vision Plan Details
We are proud to announce that after months of negotiations DEMA is finally ready to reveal the details of a National Insurance Plan! We are starting with Dental, Hearing & Vision to build up a history of coverage with our membership to transition into a larger, full - health insurance plan. It is imperative that we have a good percentage of members elect to participate in this plan in order to move forward and drive our premiums as low as possible. Together all of our members: Private Service Professionals, Principals, Service Providers, Placement Agencies, Affiliates, Schools and Educators will be able to participate and leverage the power of an Association to have affordable coverage!
Only paid members in good standing will be able to participate in this program, so any Private Service Professional will not be eligible until they become a paid member after the FREE three month trial membership has expired. If you are a current Professional member and your trial has or is about to expire please click on the Paypal button of your choice to become a full member and take advantage of the DEMA National Insurance Plan. If you fall into one of our other membership types, you and your employees will be eligible to participate as well.
Open enrollment will be ongoing from now through 2011 with a target date of coverage to start on January 1, 2011. Premiums will depend on where you live in the country, but range from $30-$55 per month on average depending on which plan you choose. Please see the attached PDFs for further explanation of the plans available and the rates. These rates are subject to change slightly. As always if you have any questions please do not hesitate to email info@domesticmanagers.com or call us directly. Please click the links below to download the PDFs.
We look forward to bringing more value to your DEMA membership and be sure to look for more great things before the end of 2010! |
Dues for Private Service Professionals & Principal Homeowners
Over the last two years DEMA has been offering complimentary trial memberships. We will continue to do so with different offerings, currently we have a three month complimentary trial to help new Members become more familiar with the Association. Once your trial expires you will receive an invoice with different options for Membership packages. Join now by using this link.
To become a paid Private Service Professional Member click one of the Paypal buttons below, you do not need a Paypal account to use this feature.
 One Year - $49.95 Three Year - $119.95 Five Year -199.95
DEMA will continue to keep our Membership pricing affordable so all professionals in the industry can afford to participate in the Association! We are able to do so thanks to the support of our loyal Affiliates, Sponsors and Service Provider Members!
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Surveys
In an effort to provide the greatest benefit to our members DEMA would like your input.
We have developed two short surveys to gather information that will help us to better serve you. The first survey will collect basic demographic information that allows us to study trends in the Private Service industry, such as the location of jobs, salary ranges, and training opportunities. The second survey asks for member input on a possible DEMA sponsored Private Service Conferences. Your thoughts, ideas and interests will enable us to tailor the conference to the needs of our members. Both surveys should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete. We appreciate your time and input.
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 To view the entire list of Service Providers and to find one in your area, become a DEMA member and click on the Member Directory tab on the website.
Do you know someone who would benefit from becoming a member of the Domestic Estate Managers Association? Please feel free to pass this newsletter on to them. We always welcome new members!
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