Kirsten's in Jeopardy, Baby!

Stayin' Alive

100

This company builds replacement joints for orthopedics, but their name sounds like the host of "Bizarre Foods."

What is Zimmer Ohio (Orthopedics)? ($5,000)

200

With over 40 assisted care facilities in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Indiana, this former contender is now small potatoes now because their accounting department is lazy.

What is Atrium Centers? ($5,000)

300

This health care provider group had a strong first year in 2014, but with a rebranding effort in place for 2015, they look to be a solid contributor to the bottom line.

What is Columbus Community Health Centers? ($10,000)

400

These Catholic-sounding - but Methodist-run - assisted care facilities have always been strong performers, but with the addition of facilities in New Albany and Gahanna this year, solid growth is certain.

What is Otterbein Senior Lifestyle Choices? ($20,000)

500

This competitor of my prior employer - Molina Healthcare - looks to be a major asset this year after a great client review revealed their buyer's discontent with current vendor ProForma ... and that she and I have tons in common!

What is Buckeye Health Plan? ($20,000)

Jailhouse Rock

100

This non-denominational religious law enforcement support association strongly supports Artina, especially after a Norwood error worked out in their favor last year.

What is the International Conference of Police Chaplains? ($5,000)

200

A well-timed call by Julie brought these boys in blue to Artina, but the attention and service they received is keeping them coming back for more.

What is the Fraternal Order of Police? ($7,500)

300

With acceptance to the Mayor's new Reciprocal Business Enterprise network -- and maybe a good word from a certain PR official who may or may not be married to a certain VP of Artina -- I hope to this year be able to tap into this local municipal agency (among others!)

What is Columbus Division of Police? ($10,000)

500

Even after a change in buyers, this law enforcement agency again promises to be a major contributor to the bottom line as the restructure their community outreach program in 2015.

What is the Franklin County Sheriff's Office? ($25,000)

Never Goin' Back to My Old School

100

This adult education school near Easton houses one of the three culinary programs in Central Ohio, and while still just a prospect, with strong referrals, I hope to break in this year.

What is Columbus Culinary Institute (Bradford School)? ($5,000)

200

A technical school celebrating its 40 anniversary in 2014, they draw from 11 schools, including those in Dublin, Hilliard, Plain City and Jonathan Alder Local Schools.

What is Tolles Tech? ($15,000)

300

A not-for-profit, hands-on science museum that celebrated their 50th anniversary this past year, this organization provides many significant opportunities for business each year.

What is COSI? ($15,000)

400

A professional organization based on promoting the professional image of American chefs worldwide through education of culinarians at all levels, they also seek to push for legislation supporting food safety and fighting the childhood obesity epidemic.

What is the American Culinary Federation? ($50,000)

500

This Christian college northeast of Columbus has been my top client for several years now, but this year marks the first opportunity I will have to tap several departments that have not been accessible in the past, thanks to a new buyer.

What is Mount Vernon Nazarene University? ($50,000)

Another Brick in the Wall

100

While you can see their sign from 670 East, most folks don't know that this company has an amazing selection of top-quality brick, tile, and everything you need to make your dream bathroom, kitchen, fireplace or outdoor kitchen.

What is Hamilton Parker? ($10,000)

200

Thanks to another fantastic client review, I discovered that this strong client is having a 50th anniversary this year ... and is rebranding to boot! Looks like a towering success!

What is Paul J. Ford and Company? ($10,000)

300

This professional organization is for all the big builders who create our roads and major infrastructure ... no wonder they have their own exit from 670 W to their office!

Ohio Contractors Association? ($15,000)

400

Although I thought I had completely lost this client, the came out of the woodwork -- er, slate? -- in 2014 for a stellar year, and it looks like 2015 might pan out to be another!

What is DaVinci Roofscapes? ($20,000)

500

This long-time significant player has quieted down over the past couple of years, but with the departure of their Marketing Director this year, I hope that this year might be the year to get them back.

What is Carter Lumber/Holmes Lumber? ($50,000)

Here, There and Everywhere

100

This company -- a referral from a long-time client -- does irrigation systems in the US as well as Europe ... and has become quite fond of NIKE polos.

What is Aquatrols? ($7,500)

200

This Cleveland publisher produces numerous industry publications from Horticulture to Recycling to Aerospace technology ... I've got the Horticulture group, and hopeto pick up others this year.

What is GIE Media? ($10,000)

300

This client had been buying here and there from Artina for years, but only in the past three years have they really started spending the big bucks with us ... and with a new Events Manager, I hope to get those dollars in addition to their big OSU spend this year!

What is COTA? ($25,000)

400

An early win for me, this retailer of food service equipment has been one of my biggest clients every year... and with the friend I have made in their buyer, it looks to be a solid client going forward.

What is Wasserstrom? ($25,000)

500

This customer has endless potential , and with acceptance into their Reciprocal Business Enterprise network, I hope to make the most of it!

What is City of Columbus? ($25,000)