Nelson Staffing opens Modesto branch
The Nelson Family of Companies has opened a new staffing office in Modesto, its 15th location in Northern California. “It is an exciting time for Modesto,“ said Gary Nelson, Chairman and CEO of Nelson Family of Companies and a native of Modesto. “With all the growth in the area, we are seeing a high demand for temporary workers and feel it is the right time to enter the market.”
The Modesto office will be managed by Jacqueline Russell, a staffing industry veteran with more than seven years’ experience. The Nelson Family of Companies is the largest independent human capital solutions company in Northern California with revenues of $377 million. The staffing service provides placement for positions from administrative to executive levels and in industries ranging from wine to games, software and healthcare. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Sonoma.
Tranquility & Bliss Skin Care opens in Sonoma
Tranquility & Bliss Skin Care has opened its salon on First Street West in Sonoma. Owner and esthetician Norma Baxter brings extensive experience to bear on clients’ skin care needs in a soothing and nurturing environment.
Cogito Creative marks first year with second location
Cogito Creative Works, a Sonoma Valley-based marketing, advertising and design agency, is celebrating its one-year anniversary. Founded by Skye Hallberg and Ron Woloshun, the company’s clients include several local businesses: PNI Sensor Corporation, Benziger Family Winery, Dowling Magnets and Scherrer Winery.
Cogito Creative recently expanded its operations, opening a new office in Petaluma.
BevTrac Mobile Quality Systems launches new mobile laboratory
BevTrac Mobile Quality Systems, LLC will launch a new mobile laboratory in September to conduct chemical and microbiological analysis for wineries. Founded by Dr. Robert Tracy and Bevan Skaalen, BevTrac Mobile is the first such service in the wine industry and will provide same-day results as well as quality assurance and onsite sanitation assessments.
