Lina Salillari: Owner of Lina’s Bookkeeping Services, LLC

Lina Salillari, known as “Lina,” is the dedicated owner of Lina’s Bookkeeping Services, LLC (LBS)—a firm committed to empowering small businesses with precise and efficient financial management solutions. Based in northeast Ohio, LBS stands out as the only same-day bookkeeping service available to businesses in Lake, Geauga, and Cuyahoga counties. With Lina’s personalized approach, clients can trust that reaching out today means receiving a response the same day. In most cases, services can begin immediately after an initial consultation, making LBS an ideal partner for business owners in need of prompt and reliable financial support.

About Lina’s Bookkeeping Services

Lina’s Bookkeeping Services (LBS) offers a full suite of accounting and financial services tailored to meet the diverse needs of small business owners. Whether clients need assistance with day-to-day bookkeeping, strategic tax planning, or other financial management tasks, LBS is prepared to help them achieve their goals. The firm’s commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction ensures that each business has the financial foundation needed for growth and success.

Lina’s Expertise and Qualifications

With a Bachelor of Applied Science in Accounting and Finance, Lina combines her formal education with practical expertise as a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor and a Notary Public in the State of Ohio. Her professional commitment extends to membership in the National Directory of Registered Tax Return Preparers, reflecting her dedication to staying current in industry best practices. Lina’s background and certifications equip her to provide clients with knowledgeable, compliant, and personalized financial services.

Why Choose Lina’s Bookkeeping Services?

Lina understands the unique pressures faced by small business owners and offers the tailored, responsive service they need to thrive. Her same-day service model and commitment to client care set LBS apart as an essential resource in the local business community. From bookkeeping to tax planning, Lina is passionate about helping her clients achieve their financial dreams, one balance sheet at a time.

For more information on how Lina and her team can support your business’s success, visit linasbookkeeping.com or connect with Lina on LinkedIn.

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Courtney Bulat, founder of BulatProof Bookkeeping, is a resilient entrepreneur and a dedicated bookkeeping professional whose journey is marked by perseverance, adaptability, and personal transformation. With a background in payroll administration from CDI College, where she graduated with honors, Courtney combines her technical expertise with an unwavering commitment to her clients. A member of the Payroll Association, she holds her Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification and continues to build her skills as she grows her business.

Courtney’s career path has been anything but ordinary. She has worked in a variety of roles across small and large companies, always embracing new learning opportunities and developing the versatility that now defines her approach. Her life has been marked by personal challenges, including raising her children alone for over 12 years, overcoming brain surgery in 2020 for Chiari Malformation, and achieving sobriety after a long struggle with addiction. She has been in recovery for nearly four years, and her journey has inspired her to help others find strength and resilience within themselves.

In 2024, Courtney began ADHD treatment, which allowed her to achieve greater mental clarity and further fueled her drive to build her own business. Starting BulatProof Bookkeeping has empowered her to set her own schedule, work at her own pace, and prioritize her health—transforming her challenges into a thriving career on her own terms.

Courtney believes that true success begins with self-love and a commitment to continual growth. Her message to others is clear: “We do recover.” She is passionate about inspiring others to persevere through life’s struggles, knowing that with dedication, it is possible to create a life that reflects one’s goals and values. Through BulatProof Bookkeeping, Courtney is not only building a business but also demonstrating the power of resilience and the possibility of turning hardships into a foundation for success.

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Kim Kandola: CEO of Kandola Group

Early Life and Education

Born in 1976 in Surrey, British Columbia, Kim Kandola moved to the United Kingdom at the age of one and grew up in Scotland. Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, she was immersed in the family’s retail business from a young age, learning firsthand the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. Kim pursued a degree in Business Management from Paisley University, graduating in 1996, and continued her studies in Human Resources and Accounting to deepen her skills. Her journey led her back to Canada in 1998 when she married her husband, who was residing there.

Career Journey

New to the Canadian business landscape, Kim began her career with an insurance company in Vancouver. However, she soon recognized that her true passion lay elsewhere. This realization inspired her to venture into business ownership, leading her to acquire an Imperial Oil franchise. Despite limited growth prospects in this field, Kim found her stride when she joined the Tim Hortons franchise group in 2008. Through hard work, dedication, and strategic vision, she rapidly expanded her portfolio, opening multiple locations across British Columbia’s Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, and Northern BC. Her entrepreneurial spirit and success were acknowledged in 2022, when she joined Firehouse Subs as a multi-unit operator, further expanding her influence in the food and hospitality industry.

Community Engagement

Deeply committed to giving back, Kim has championed various community engagement initiatives. She maintains strong ties with local communities, actively supporting First Responders and contributing to public safety by providing grants for essential, life-saving equipment to hospitals, police departments, and fire halls. Her dedication to the community underscores her belief in creating a positive impact beyond business success.

Legacy

With decades of experience and a proven track record across multiple ventures, Kim Kandola has become a transformative leader within the restaurant industry. Through her commitment to excellence, community involvement, and relentless pursuit of growth, she has not only built a thriving enterprise but also set a new standard for leadership. Kim’s legacy is defined by her drive to inspire future generations of restaurateurs, fostering a vision for a more inclusive and sustainable future in the food industry.

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Dee Flagg, founder of Love Your Place Organizing, brings a unique combination of expertise in healthcare, interior design, and professional organizing. With over 20 years as a registered nurse, Dee developed a natural ability to stay organized and a deep commitment to helping others—qualities that she now channels into her organizing business. Her journey into design began with Decorating by Dee, where she helped clients transform their spaces through interior decorating, custom window treatments, furniture selection, and faux finishes. Over time, Dee discovered her true niche in helping clients rearrange and repurpose their existing belongings, creating beautiful and functional spaces without unnecessary purchases.

This passion evolved into Love Your Place Organizing, where Dee now focuses on helping clients achieve order and tranquility in their homes. Her goal is to build a team of professionals dedicated to creating calm, welcoming environments in a compassionate, non-judgmental manner. Dee’s approach emphasizes confidentiality, active listening, and a personalized touch that respects each client’s unique needs and concerns.

With her experience in both healthcare and design, Dee Flagg brings a rare blend of empathy, creativity, and practicality to the organizing space. She is excited to expand Love Your Place Organizing and looks forward to helping more clients rediscover the joy of living in spaces that feel both peaceful and personalized.

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Lucy Kulbago: Founder and Executive Director of Sew4Service – Empowering Communities Through Sewing, Quilting, and Charity

Lucy Kulbago, a dynamic educator, experienced physicist, and passionate community leader, is proud to announce the successful establishment of Sew4Service, a charitable organization dedicated to creating a community of service-minded individuals who support local charities through handmade items. Lucy’s journey, which spans over 20 years of teaching physics and mathematics, has led her to a new mission of impacting the world through sewing and crafting, with Sew4Service at the forefront of her efforts.

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About Sew4Service

Founded in August 2021, Sew4Service brings together individuals who are passionate about giving back to their communities. By creating a network of volunteers who are skilled in sewing, quilting, and crocheting, Lucy Kulbago aims to support local charities in need of handmade items. Through the Sewing Studio, Lucy offers a variety of classes that cater to all skill levels, encouraging others to learn and develop their crafting talents while supporting charitable causes.

Lucy Kulbago’s Professional Background and Experience

Lucy Kulbago’s dedication to education and science is evident in her impressive teaching career. Before founding Sew4Service, Lucy held various teaching positions at notable educational institutions, where she taught physics, astronomy, math, and science courses at both university and high school levels. Her extensive teaching experience provided her with the skills to inspire and lead others, a quality that she now brings to the Sew4Service community.

Career Highlights:

1. Founder and Executive Director, Sew4Service (August 2021 – Present)
   Lucy oversees the organization’s operations, providing leadership, teaching classes, and ensuring that Sew4Service fulfills its mission to serve the community. She actively connects with local charities to identify needs and organize efforts to create handmade items that benefit those in need.
2. Physics and Math Teacher, Andrews Osborne Academy (August 2018 – July 2021)
   Courses Taught:

• AP Physics C
• AP Physics 1
• Physics
• Algebra 2
• ILP Biology

3. Physics Teacher, Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School (August 2015 – June 2018)
   Courses Taught:

• Honors Physics
• College Prep Physics
• Honors Physical Science
• Physical Science
• Chemistry
• Astronomy
• Algebra 2
• Summer STEM Camp

4. Instructor, Department of Physics, John Carroll University (January 2005 – May 2015, January 2018 – May 2019)
   Courses Taught:

• General Physics for Life Science Students
• General Physics Lab
• Introduction to Astronomy
• Astronomy Lab
• Earth Science Lab

5. Physics Teacher, Yavne High School (August 2014 – June 2021, every other year)
   Courses Taught:

• Honors Physics
• 9th-grade STEM

Lucy’s teaching roles at these esteemed institutions honed her skills in curriculum development, mentorship, and community building, qualities that she now brings to her work at Sew4Service.

Educational Background

Lucy Kulbago is a lifelong learner with an impressive educational history:

• Education Specialist – Kent State University, Major: Curriculum and Instruction, Emphasis: Science Education (August 2015)
• Master of Engineering – The Pennsylvania State University, Major: Acoustics (1994)
• Bachelor of Science – John Carroll University, Major: Physics (1992)

Her academic achievements have equipped her with the knowledge and expertise to teach complex scientific concepts and foster an environment of learning and growth in every community she serves.

Publications

Lucy Kulbago is a published author with contributions to educational research, showcasing her commitment to fostering academic excellence:

1. Kulbago, L. (2016). “Championship Science Olympiad Team: Coaching Influences on Student Performance.” Journal for the Education of Gifted Young Scientists, 4, 43-58. DOI: 10.17478/JEGYS.2016222220.
2. Kulbago, L., Mulvey, B. K., Alamir, A. (2015). “Science Olympiad Experiences.” In Sumida, M (Ed). International Perspective on Science Education for the Gifted: Key issues and challenges. Routledge.

Community Involvement and Volunteerism

Beyond her professional teaching experience, Lucy Kulbago has dedicated countless hours to volunteer work, holding positions with Girl Scouts, Science Olympiad, and PTA. These experiences have fueled her passion for giving back and inspired her to create Sew4Service, where she continues to make a difference in the community.

The Birth of Sew4Service

Lucy’s passion for sewing began when she taught herself to sew and quilt following the birth of her first child. This self-taught skill grew into a lifelong hobby, leading Lucy to join the Cotton Candy Quilt Guild, where she found a supportive community that shares her love of sewing and quilting. Inspired by this experience and her desire to contribute to charitable causes, Lucy founded Sew4Service, where she combines her teaching skills with her love for crafting to make a tangible difference.

Sew4Service: The Mission and Vision

Under Lucy’s leadership, Sew4Service aims to:

• Create a supportive community of service-minded individuals dedicated to using their sewing and crafting skills to help others.
• Partner with local charities to provide handmade items such as quilts, blankets, and clothing to those in need.
• Offer educational opportunities through sewing, quilting, and crocheting classes, allowing people of all skill levels to learn, grow, and contribute to charitable efforts.

Lucy Kulbago’s vision is to create a space where individuals can come together, learn new skills, and make a meaningful impact on their communities. Through Sew4Service, she continues to foster a sense of purpose, connection, and kindness in everything she does.

For more information about Sew4Service, or to get involved, visit www.sew4service.org.

Contact Information

Lucy Kulbago
Founder and Executive Director, Sew4Service
www.sew4service.org
LinkedIn: Lucy Kulbago

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