Introducing...
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| Carnahan Electric, Ltd./Alternative Electrical Systems |
| 6391 Capitol Avenue, Suite A, Diamond Springs |
| 530-642-2476 |
| carnahanelectric.com |
alternativeelectricalsystems.com
Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you?
I found it; and expanded it as people asked for more services.
What was your first job, and what did you learn from the experience?
Sac Bee paper route...learned about people, money, collection, generosity and selfishness.
How are you involved with both the community and your customer?
We provide services to the government and to citizens, business, sports and churches. We donate to local school sports and IMF.
Why is your staff the best in the business?
They are versatile, multitalented and knowledgeable.
What life accomplishments are you most proud of?
My four adult children and their spouses, and nine grandchildren.
Who is your role model in business or in life, and why?
ICCC – International Christian Chamber of Commerce. They opened my eyes to the bigger picture.
Where do you go when the going gets tough?
I have a spot in the mountains where I meet with my maker. I also have a room that is quiet.
What’s your hidden talent?
It will remain hidden.
What’s your biggest job perk?
Seeing the employees thrive, and getting letters from happy customers.
What’s your favorite place to eat out locally?
Sweetie Pies.
Where do you and your family go locally to have fun?
We water ski in the mountains.
What’s your favorite childhood memory?
Working on the ranch with Grandpa Dixon.
If you could meet someone living or dead, who would it be and why?
The Roman Centurion who met Jesus. Jesus said, “In all of Israel I have not seen such great faith.”
What’s your favorite local business other than your own?
Double Diamond Tack & Feed (Diamond Springs)
And finally, customer service is…?
Meeting customers’ specific needs or helping them find the right resource. |
| State Farm Insurance |
| 3420 Coach Lane, Suite 4, Cameron Park |
| 530-677-5211, 916-933-1757, 530-622-7243 |
fred.ott.b8t5@statefarm.com
Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you?
Following five years of military service with the 101st Airborne Division, I returned to California and visited a relative who owned a State Farm Insurance Agency in Tracy. The profession intrigued me, so I applied to become a State Farm agent in Cameron Park and was appointed on February 5, 1979.
What was your first job, and what did you learn from the experience?
I worked my way through college at a Chevron gas station in Davis. I learned the value of good, personalized service and that payday was on Friday!
How are you involved with both the community and your customer?
I am an active member (and past-President) of the Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce, an insurance advisor to the El Dorado County Fire Safe Council and the affiliate director of the El Dorado County Association of Realtors.
Why is your staff the best in the business?
Each member of my staff is fully licensed by the State of California, exceptionally trained and experienced. Natalie Chandler has been a staff member for over 7 years; Susan Douglas for 10 years; and Stacey Marshall for 22 years.
What life accomplishments are you most proud of?
Meeting and marrying my wife, Susan; getting a BS in Mathematics from U.C. Davis; becoming an Airborne Ranger; being President of the Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce; obtaining my Chartered Life Underwriter, Chartered Financial Consultant and Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter professional designations.
Where do you go when the going gets tough?
To my “happy place” (acreage that I own in Ione) and play “rancher” for the day.
Where do you and your family go locally to have fun?
Apple Hill, especially in the fall.
If you could meet someone living or dead, who would it be and why?
My dad – who passed away three years ago – to take him fishing one more time!
And finally, customer service is…?
Everything! |
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