30 The QUEE NS Courier • business • july 25, 2013 for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com ▶ business Business improvement districts feted Laurel Brown, executive director of the Jamaica Center BID, and Gayle Baron, executive director of the Long Island City BID, each received the BID Leadership Award at the 12th Annual Neighborhood Achievement Awards. Independently owned since it first opened its doors, Clearview Paint delivers the kind of personal attention and customer care that you won’t find at a larger chain store. The owners and the staff pride themselves on taking the time to understand each customer’s needs and help them find the best possible product for their homes. Every member of the Clearview Paint staff is a trained specialist with a wealth of knowledge about the industry. These professionals have a vested interest in their customers’ home improvement projects and aim to ensure that each one is a success. Clearview Paint offers a full line of painting supplies and sundries for a variety of needs. The staff caters to both professional painters and DIY-ers looking to do weekend projects. The store carries a complete line of Benjamin Moore products, ranging from surface preparation stains, to numerous coatings and sheens. Formulas for every need and, of course, a wide selection of colors, are available. In addition to being a one-stop paint shop, Clearview Paint is also an Ace Hardward store so that customers can tackle their hardware shopping at the same location. Services such as glass and plexiglass cutting, key cutting, and screen repairs are available. Customers can also rent power washers and wallpaper steamers. Deliveries of both large and small items can be arranged. At the store’s website, you can use Benjamin Moore’s Personal Color Viewer tool to preview color choices and even specialty finishes on an interior or exterior home image before you commit. For an even more personalized experience, upload pictures of your own home to see how a particular shade would look in your very own space. For more information, budget tips, and store hours, visit www.clearviewpaint.com. Clearview Paint 20-11 Francis Lewis Boulevard Whitestone, NY 11357 718-747-5000 Photo Courtesy of the New York City Department of Small Business Services Meadows Spa: fitness and well-being for women With over 50 years of experience in helping women achieve their personal health and fitness goals, the skilled staff at Meadows Spa works to ensure customer satisfaction daily. Whether you’re looking for fitness equipment, fitness classes, personal training, or spa services, Meadow Spa has been offering the best in the industry since 1963. If you’re looking for a fully private club open exclusively to women, look no further than this intimate, personal experience. One of the oldest, independently-owned, women’s fitness clubs in New York City, Meadows Spa is constantly reinventing itself to best serve clients’ needs. On the verge of completing a major renovation that will enhance the entire club, the facility maintains the goal of making women feel comfortable and achieve their personal goals. The group training schedule includes classes that are both effective and fun, including Zumba, Rumba, Power Step, Yoga, Urban Dance, Spinning, and Pilates. The talented instructors also offer intense master classes and private training seven days per week. To unwind after a vigorous workout, guests may choose to use the facility’s steam room or sauna. Additional spa services include full body massages, waxing, and facials. The staff at Meadows Spa believes in the importance of indulging in stressrelieving activities after rigorous physical activity. For additional information, class schedules, and membership pricing, visit www.meadowsspafitness.com Meadows Spa Fitness 61-19 190th St. Fresh Meadows N.Y. 11365 718-740-5100 Clearview Paint one-stop shop BUSINESS in the NEWS BUSINESS in the NEWS Two local business improvements districts (BIDs) took home distinguished awards at the 12th Annual Neighborhood Achievement Awards. On July 15, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Deputy Mayor for Economic Development Robert K. Steel, and New York City Department of Small Business Services Commissioner Robert W. Walsh presented the 2013 awards at Gracie Mansion to honorees from the five boroughs for their tremendous impact on New York City’s neighborhoods. Laurel Brown, executive director of the Jamaica Center BID, and Gayle Baron, executive director of the Long Island City BID and president of the Long Island City Business Development Corporation, were two of three individuals who each received the BID Leadership Award. Other awardees from Queens included Songza, a free music streaming service based in Long Island City, which received The Small Business of the Year Award, and Stephanie Cruz, corporate account manager for Workforce Industrial & Transportation Center, who took home The Workforce Service Award. This year’s new category, called the Helping Hand Award, given to a business, organization, or individual that went beyond in helping those affected by Sandy, was given to The Action Center in Far Rockaway. The other categories include the Entrepreneur Award, Norman Buchbinder Placemaking Award, Adaptive Reuse/Preservation Award, and the Cultural Award. “For the past 12 years the Neighborhood Achievement Awards have spotlighted the remarkable small businesses, individuals, and organizations helping to strengthen neighborhoods in all five boroughs, and this year we are also recognizing those that went above and beyond to help after Sandy,” said Walsh.
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