Business Networking International
San Francisco Center City Chapter

Our Members

San Francisco Center City BNI is a diverse and dynamic group of business professionals from different industries who understand the value of "Word of Mouth" marketing. Our current members are listed below. Please see our Hotlist for a list of professions we would like to refer people to.


The Leadership Team
Greg Schneider ~ Chapter President,  Security Services
George Grapman ~ Chapter Vice-President,  Phone Services
Angela Krause ~ Secretary/Treasurer,  Certified Massage Therapist
Nicole Bratt ~ Membership Committee,  Graphic Designer
Jethro Busch ~ Membership Committee,  Attorney, Real Estate
Jay Sofnas ~ Membership Committee,  Mortgage Broker
Clay Wiens, C.P.C.U. ~ Membership Committee,  Insurance Specialist
Jeff Brown, CPA ~ Education Coordinator,  Certified Public Accountant
Joel Rubinstein ~ Education Coordinator,  Attorney, Business
Larry Forsberg, L.Ac. ~ Visitor's Host,  Acupuncturist
David Walls ~ Visitor's Host,  IT Equipment Sales & Services
Abbe Day-Merchant ~ Events Coordinator,  Real Estate Agent, Residential
Emily Wilska ~ Events Coordinator,  Professional Organizer
Benjamin Buggs ~ Growth Coordinator,  News Publication
Chapter Members
Nicole Bratt ~ Graphic Designer
Jeff Brown, CPA ~ Certified Public Accountant
Benjamin Buggs ~ News Publication
Jethro Busch ~ Attorney, Real Estate
Abbe Day-Merchant ~ Real Estate Agent, Residential
Larry C. Forsberg, L.Ac. ~ Acupuncturist
George Grapman ~ Phone Services
Dr. Mark Heslip ~ Chiropractor
Ted Hilliard ~ Accounting Services
Tim Jackson ~ Handyman
Angela Krause ~ Certified Massage Therapist
Joel Rubinstein ~ Attorney, Business
Noam Salpeter ~ Hypnotherapist
Greg Schneider ~ Security Services
Jay Sofnas ~ Mortgage Broker
David Walls ~ IT Equipment Sales & Services
Clay W. Wiens, C.P.C.U. ~ Insurance Specialist
Emily Wilska ~ Professional Organizer
Kate Wilusz ~ Financial Planner, Ameriprise Financial
Tisa Yonts ~

Member Biographies

Nicole Bratt
Rock + Feather graphic design
(415)865-0670
nicole@rockandfeather.com
www.rockandfeather.com
Nicole Bratt

At Rock + Feather, we believe in creativity, quality, collaboration, and integrity. We design successful visual solutions while building valuable relationships. Our clients are looking for more than our ability to create print and web products; they also want our unique ability to balance realistic business needs with creative insight. Our bi-coastal agency combines a small full-time staff, and a network of talented sub-contractors, to deliver both a partnership and an end result you will love.

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Jeff Brown, CPA
Certified Public Accountant
(925)286-1200
Jeff@JBCPA.net
www.JBCPA.net
Jeff Brown

 

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Benjamin Buggs
The City Star/Examiner Newspapers
(415)359-2725
bbuggs@examiner.com
www.examiner.com
www.thecitystarsf.com
Benjamin Buggs

The City Star! A DAILY newspaper with 35,000+ daily readers. Local community news reporting combined with great advertising is the winning formula for the The City Star. The City Star provides small and large businesses with the opportunity to advertise with a daily frequency that maximizes the effectiveness of their advertising budget. The MOST AFFORDABLE RATES in the City, plus the effectiveness of advertising every Monday through Friday!! Start your daily advertising program to reach the rapidly growing San Francisco markets. We can also meet your advertising requirements for special events, sales, limited promotions, and time-specific ads.

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Jethro S. Busch
Luscutoff, Lendormy & Associates
(415)989-7500
AttyJSBusch@aol.com
Jethro S. Busch

JETHRO S. BUSCH has been a licensed California attorney for over 25 years. His areas of practice include real estate and civil litigation. Mr. Busch is the former co-chair of the State Bar landlord-tenant subsection, served for five years on the Executive Committee of the State Bar Real Property Law Section, and regularly teaches real estate and litigation classes to other attorneys. Mr. Busch routinely represents clients in arbitration and lawsuits. However, he also helps clients avoid or informally resolve disputes through preemptive legal advice, by assisting clients in negotiating and drafting contracts, and by representing clients in mediation.

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Abbe Day-Merchant
Herth Real Estate
(415)861-5222 x325
abbe@abbedaymerchant.com
www.abbedaymerchant.com
Abbe Day-Merchant

Abbe Day-Merchant assists homebuyers and sellers to make wise lifestyle and financial decisions. As a truly full-service real estate agent, she considers clients' personal and financial situations, and then educates them about how the entire real estate, mortgage, and escrow process work. With her complete understanding of financing and sale options, she can assess a client's situation and current market conditions and find properties that, otherwise, would be impossible to attain.

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Larry C. Forsberg, L.Ac.
Forsberg Acupuncture
(415)370-3839
larryforsberg@sbcglobal.net
www.ForsbergAcupuncture.com
Larry Forsberg

I believe in providing quality care that takes into account each individual's unique health profile. I work with each patient to achieve maximum health and wellness. I have 19 years experience treating a wide variety of conditions including all types of pain, allergies, headaches, RSI's, immune enhancement and hormonal balancing. I accept all insurance plans as well as PI and WC cases. Call for a free phone consultation.

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George Grapman
MZA Telecom
(415)533-0722
GGrapman@pacbell.net
George Grapman

For 25 years MZA Telecom has provided voice mail and phone systems that work for you instead of against you. We will be happy to listen to your needs and to offer a free on-site evaluation.

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Dr. Mark Heslip
Heslip Chiropractic Offices
(415)989-7200 & (415)897-3200
docheslip@msn.com
Mark Heslip

 

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Ted Hilliard
Hilliard Management Group
(415)554-0545
ted@hilliardmg.com
www.hilliardmg.com
Ted Hilliard - Hilliard Management Group

 

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Tim Jackson
Tim Jackson's Handyman Services
(415)279-1235
timjackson1@mac.com
Tim Jackson

Tim Jackson has been providing handyman services to many long term clients in San Francisco for many years. His focus on customer satisfaction has made his services very high in demand. He offers many areas of home improvement and maintenance. He specializes in helping homeowners prepare there homes to be sold as well as helping new homeowners make their new home their own through paint, new lighting and water fixtures, repairs, powerwash and much more. Whether you have a list of jobs or just a few improvements and repairs, Tim is the one to call for help!

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Angela Krause, CMT
Certified Massage Therapist
(415)424-5463
100 Bush Suite 1900
San Francisco,CA 94131
angkrause@sbcglobal.net
Angela Krause

I have been practicing massage therapy in San Francisco since 1998. I provide relaxation sessions, sports and rehabilitation massage and on-site chair massage. My goal is always to listen to you and help you feel great after your time with me! I use many different techniques such as deep tissue, myofascial release and movement therapy, to give each person an individualized session that's geared toward his or her specific needs. I was certified in New Mexico at Crystal Mountain Apprenticeship in Healing Arts and I also have a background in nutrition and exercise physiology.

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Joel Rubinstein
Law Office of Joel Rubinstein
(415)656-1968
jkrubinstein@yahoo.com
Joel 								Rubinstein

Joel is a skilled attorney with over 19 years of experience. He is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Law School. In his career Joel has attained broad experience in all aspects of business law, including formation of new companies, partnership and LLC agreements, employee, vendor and client services agreements, the protection of intellectual property, the purchase and sale of existing businesses, and all aspects of commercial real estate transactions. If you would like to know more about his background, areas of practice or rates, please contact him at the telephone number listed above.

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Noam Salpeter
Healing Language
(415)339-8311
info@healinglanguage.com
www.healinglanguage.com
Noam 								Salpeter

Noam has been practicing as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 1998 and as a clinical hypnotherapist since 2002. His practice focuses on hypnotherapy and specializes in habit change (e.g. long-term weight loss, smoking cessation), stress management, and pain control. Noam works with individuals, groups, and organizations. Phone sessions, as well as pre-recorded and individualized hypnosis CDs, are also available. Call for information or consultation.

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Greg Schneider
Highcom Security Services Inc.
(510)893-7600
greg@highcomsecurityservices.com
www.highcomsecurityservices.com
Greg Schneider

Highcom Security Services is an all inclusive security solutions firm based in the Bay Area. Highcom provides highly trained security officers, security technology solutions, and consulting services to government, corporate, and non-profit institutions. Greg brings 15 years of experience gained from previous military, law enforcement, and private security operations. Greg is a member of the American Society of Industrial Security and is recognized as a specialist in Asset Protection.

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Jay Sofnas
First Capital Group Inc.
(415)440-5626
jay@fcgmortgage.com
www.fcgmortgage.com/sf
Jay Sofnas - First Capital Group

First Capital Group, Inc. offers you instant access to a world of knowledge and information, including: mortgage calculators, a look at current rates, powerful refinance strategies, FREE pre-qualification for loans, and our exclusive Mortgage Manager program. When you're ready you can even apply for a loan online with a trusted mortgage professional -- or if you prefer, you can apply by phone or in person.

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David Walls
Electrotech Recyclers
(415)513-5556
info@electrotechrecyclers.com
www.electrotechrecyclers.com
Dave 							Walls - Electrotech Recyclers

Our mission is to help our customers to discard their end-of-life computers, monitors, and other e-waste - worry free! Our commitment to our customers is that we will dispose of their surplus electronics in the most environmentally appropriate manner, while maintaining the strictest security for their important data.

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Clay W. Wiens, C.P.C.U.
Pennbrook Insurance Services, Inc.
(415)820-2212
cwiens@pennbrookins.com
www.pennbrookins.com
Clay Wiens

Pennbrook writes coverage for businesses and individuals. We provide personal, professional service at competitive prices. Pennbrook represents many national insurance carriers and has access to a host of specialty markets and programs.

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Emily Wilska
The Organized Life, LLC.
(415)252-9779
emwilska@yahoo.com
www.organizedlife.org
Emily Wilska

The Organized Life is a professional organization service devoted to helping you bring order and calm to your home, office, and travels. Whether you need a quick closet cleanout or a house- or office-wide overhaul, I can help. Based in the San Francisco Bay area, I offer both local and national consultations.

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Kate Wilusz
Financial Planner, Ameriprise Financial



Comprehensive planning services including: cash flow management, budgeting, cash reserve strategies, employee benefit review and implementation, retirement planning, college planning, tax reduction strategies, investment management, estate planning and wealth transfer. Kate is a fee based planner who acts as a coach and ally to make sure that you are informed, proactive and creating the financial life that you want. Her practice focus is on education, frequency of contact and objective, personalized advice and problem solving.

Advanced Financial Advisor Group, Senior Financial Advisor
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
UC Berkeley Alumni Association
Independent contractor/business owner

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Tisa Yonts




I love offering top quality spa treatments as a treat for my potential clients and getting to know their skincare concerns and needs in the comfortable and fun setting of a spa party with friends. It gives me an opportunity to share the quality of BeautiControl while helping my clients customize their skincare plan of action. We literally have the best of the best at half the price or less.

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