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Fred McMurray

Fred McMurray – CEO of Linked Local Network

Fred McMurray is a champion of social media for B2B companies and the CEO of Westvyne, a marketing company in Chicagoland and California with a global clientele. Fred is also the co-founder of the Community Hub Network, whose mission is to provide a digital platform for online communities to connect via social media networks to the local offline community – leading to new relationships, increased support systems and shared resources. Fred is an Entrepreneur, speaker and platform blogger on social media topics for small business. Fred has co-developed the Digital Dominance Index Methodology for measuring the growth of a digital/social media presence. In addition, he was an early adopter of LinkedIn in 2003 and has worked on developing models for the development and growth of social media groups. He continues advanced research in the development of syndication peer networks for small/mid sized business and non-profits. Equally at home designing software solutions, trouble-shooting computer networks or building online community networks, Fred understands the technology needs of small to medium-sized organizations.

Delta Life Fitness, a female centric health/wellness franchise focused on providing a women-only gym.

Topic: Delta Life Fitness, a female centric health/wellness franchise focused on providing a women-only gym. Broadcast Date: June 13th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p Pac Join co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, Fred McMurray of...

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Topic: Startup franchisor, Discussing the franchising process with Super Joe Pardo. What are the Issues & Opportunities of becoming a Franchisor? Broadcast Date: June 6th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p Pac Join co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid...

Is It all in the Process? – Pillars of Franchising – Finance

IS IT ALL IN THE PROCESS? by Turp Ricketts Who doesn’t like a well-oiled process? Personally, I love it when a process works like it’s supposed to. According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, a process is “a series of actions that you take in order to achieve a...

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Community Voice Updates – June 3rd 2019

Community Voice Updates. As promised, the new calendar is up and running. You can add events by accessing the "M.E. Calendar" menu item in the left column of the WordPress interface. Everyone should be able to add an event. Please follow the color...

Startup franchisor, Discussing the franchising process with Super Joe Pardo – Pillars of Franchising

iLoveKickBoxing your way into franchise ownership

Topic: iLoveKickBoxing your way into franchise ownership. Discussing the growing health/fitness franchise vertical Broadcast Date: May 30th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p Pac Join co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, Fred McMurray...

How Honor Yoga is rocking the fitness world

Topic: How Honor Yoga is rocking the fitness world & transitioning from franchisee to franchise professional Broadcast Date: May 23rd, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p Pac Join co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, Fred McMurray of...

How to deal with Franchise Equipment Financing – Pillars of Franchising

Topic: How to deal with Franchise Equipment Financing Broadcast Date: May 16th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p Pac Join co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, Fred McMurray of Westvyne and Holly A Ford of Zarian Firm International as...

How to deal with Franchise Equipment Financing – Pillars of Franchising

How Honor Yoga is rocking the fitness world – Pillars of Franchising

Pillars of Franchising: How to deal with Franchise Equipment Financing

The Home Care Boom and Franchise Equipment Financing

Topic: The Home Care Boom and Franchise Equipment Financing Broadcast Date: May 16th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p Pac Join co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, Fred McMurray of Westvyne and Holly A Ford of Zarian Firm...

Carly Alyssa Thorne

Carly Alyssa Thorne – VP of Marketing and Customer Service

Carly will be developing and implementing Marketing, Social Media, and Customer Service Programs. She will also be actively involved in the developing of the Social Media courses and training. She started her first business in 1985, and has been consulting ever since.

To find out more about Carly Alyssa Thorne please visit her Community Voice page at Linked Local Network at: Conscious Business Coaching

Seeking Community Voice Bloggers

Linked Local Network is seeking Community Voices - People in the Non-Profit sector or Individuals who are willing to Blog at least once a week on subjects that are related to: Business, Humor, Entertainment, Women, Education, or Veterans or other worthy topics of...

Key To Conscious Business Growth

Imagine having 20 immediately-actionable tips to grow your business. Now imagine that these tips come from individuals who have your best interest at heart… And imagine that these tips will not only help you grow your business they will help you stay aligned with your...

South Loop- 233 E. 13th St., Two Bedroom +Den, Two bath condo in fully amenities building

Museum Park-Luxury hi-rise condo, 2 Bedroom w/enclosed Den,2 bath. Stainless Steel appliances, 42" Cherry cabs w/glass doors,granite countertops & backsplash. Master Bedroom has WIC. Master bath has double bowl vanity/marble tile,soaking tub/separate shower...

Condo for Sale- 208 W. Washington, Chicago, Two Bedroom, Two Bath Loft

For Sale-Chicago Loop-208 W. Washington, High-floor, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Loft,beautiful hardwood floors, granite countertops, black appliances, in-unit w/d, balcony, gas fireplace, exercise room, doorman, rooftop deck, storage. Call Kurt Hulsebus, Realtor (Managing...

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Today on Community Voices with Carly Alyssa Thorne we talk with Ray Pillar from Molly Maid Naperville - Aurora and Michelle Meyer from Mutual Ground about Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Click below to listen to the Podcast: Direct link to Podcast in case embed...

The Positive Broadcaster

Today on Straight Talk with Carly Alyssa Thorne I have Jonathan Lederman ~"JDogg" "The Positive Broadcaster" and we discuss all about positivity, spirituality, faith, walking our talk and more... Jonathan “JDOGG” Lederman is a dynamic speaker and coach who has...

Take a Stand Against Bullying

Today on Community Voices with Carly Alyssa Thorne we take a Stand against Bullying with Jessica Bayuk Miss Frederick's Outstanding Teen 2014. Jessica Bayuk is passionate about making a difference. A gifted and talented tenth grade student in a highly diversified...

The Money Coach Kathi Bridge

Today on Straight talk with Carly Alyssa Thorne we will be talking about Finances with The Money Coach - Kathi Bridge Kathi is a mentor with The Power of Mentorship to help people reach their full potential and fulfill their dreams. Programs include Millionaire...

Angel Investing with Darren Jacklin

Today on Straight talk with Carly Alyssa Thorne we learn all about Angel Investing with Darren Jacklin. Darren Jacklin is a World-Class Professional Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Angel Investor For over 18 years, Darren Jacklin has traveled four continents and over 40...

Change Your Body, Change Your Life

Benjamin Wechsler Company Knowledge Through Awareness & Creativity Benjamin Wechsler is a Chicago based consultant in Thought Leadership, Creative Problem Solving, and Strategy & Innovation. Over the past 25 years, Ben has provided leadership to many...

Edgy Conversations with Dan Waldschmidt

Today on Straight talk with Carly Alyssa Thorne we are having "Edgy Conversations" with the Author of "Edgy Conversations" Dan Waldschmidt Dan Waldschmidt is an international business strategist, speaker, author, and extreme athlete. His consulting firm solves complex...

Personal Transformation Summit

Miriam Slozberg

Miriam Slozberg – Social Media Consultant and Advisor

Miriam will be assisting and helping develop our Social Media programs along with Carly Alyssa Thorne. Also developing Vancouver and Seattle Linked Local Network Communities. Miriam has been involved in SEO and Social Media Consulting for Years.

To find out more abot Miriam Slozberg please visit her Business Signature page at Linked Local Network at: Empowering Entrepreneurs

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The Expressive Mom Show – Pregnancy Sin Confessions By Moms That Will Shock You

It is a known fact that there are rules around pregnancy that pregnant moms need to follow and those rules have changed heaps over centuries and over decades. For instance, smoking and drinking were recommended to do during pregnancy once upon a time before studies...

Quick, Easy and Perfect Party Gifts You Can Get Online – Expressive Mom

It’s Friday evening and your child reminds you that he is meant to be attending his friend Henry’s birthday party on Saturday. Suddenly panic sets in – you completely forgot to buy little Henry an age-appropriate gift! Putting $20 in a card simply won’t cut it. So...

How To Build a Bond That Lasts With FamilyMatch – Expressive Mom

You can’t grow in isolation as a family, there are the gregarious instincts in humans that warrants us to relate with others. Right in your community, there are families and individuals that share the same passion, interest, and strengths with you. This could serve as...

Fat-Shaming Sanctimommies Are The Worst! – Expressive Mom

I happen to follow the Scary Mommy Facebook page as many articles that they share are quite thought-provoking. However, many are political which I am not going to be going into at all. There was one article that was titled Thanks For Your Concern, But My Fat Ass Is...

Let’s Talk About Why My Encounter With A Fat-Shaming Sanctimommy Online Was A Big Problem

I have been following the Scary Mommy Facebook page for years as many articles that they share are quite thought-provoking. However, many are political which I am not going to be going into at all, not right now anyway. The article that I want to talk about is the one...

The Expressive Mom Show – What Are Flat Earther Parents Teaching Their Kids? – Expressive Mom

I really could not care less about how other parents raise their kids as long as they are not abusing or neglecting them in any way at all. I could not care less if they feed them McDonald’s every night, or dress them in clothing that is not fashionable (and I of all...

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The Expressive Mom Show – The Unbelievable Things That Sanctimommies Have Said

Being a mom is tough and all you can do is your best! As long as your intentions are good and you love your kids, and take care of them the best way you can, then you deserve a pat on the back. There is no such thing as being that perfect mom even though there are...

This Child’s Psychologist’s Weird Trick Gets Any Baby To Sleep – Expressive Mom

The one thing that new parents or parents of tiny babies want more than ever is to find a way to get them to sleep. Babies eventually will know the difference between day and night by the time they are 6 weeks. And the best way to get them to grasp this in the...

If You Love Dogs And Enjoy Playing Fun Card Games Then You Will Love Dogs Of The Galaxies – Expressive Mom

Are you and your family members dog lovers? And do you all enjoy playing a cool card game every now and then? Then you are going to absolutely love this newest creation! The newest creation that you are going to want to get your hands on is called Dogs of the...

Every Teacher, Principal, School Bus Driver, And Parent Must Add This Book To Their Carts And It Is Out – Expressive Mom

It is a known fact that bullying has been a huge problem that happens in schools (and it continues on, even well into adulthood, which is why you hear about workplace bullying as well), and the problem is even a lot worse now with evolving technology. I was bullied a...

Forgiveness Shmorgiveness

Forgiveness… a word that is spewed by many so-called spiritual gurus and they are quite dangerous because the majority of them have a dangerous attitude about how mental illness is made up and is a decision that the sufferer had made. With that said, if these...

4 Investment Tips for Busy Moms – Expressive Mom

Being a mom is a full-time job especially if you have young ones, so it’s hard to practice any other trades. No matter what, though, there’s always time to invest in your family. Even the busiest mom can handle these next few investment tips for a better home,...