The U.S. Commerce Association and Angie's List recognizes Charleston area company for their outstanding service in 2011.

Glenview, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/23/2011 -- Air Concept Solutions LLC, a Charleston area heating and cooling company, has been selected to receive two distinguished service awards for their service to customers and community in 2011.

On December 13th, the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) recognized Air Concept Solutions for their outstanding achievement with the 2011 Best of Summerville Award. The (USCA) "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country for their visibility in their local communities. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community. Air Concept Solutions was recognized in the Heat pumps category for their positive contributions in the community.

On the heels of their first award, Air Concept Solutions was notified that they had received the prestigious Angie's List Super Service Award on December 15th. This honor is bestowed annually on approximately 5% of all the businesses rated on the nation's leading provider of consumer reviews for local service and health providers.

"Only a fraction of the businesses rated on Angie's List can claim the sterling service record of being a Super Service Award winner because we set a high bar," said Angie's List Founder Angie Hicks. "The fact that Business Name can claim Super Service Award status speaks volumes about its dedication to consumers."

Angie's List Super Service Award winners have met strict eligibility requirements including earning a minimum number of reports, an exemplary rating from their clients and abiding by Angie's List operational guidelines.

"Getting news about both awards in the same week was like an early Christmas present," said Michael Sowder, owner of Air Concept Solutions. "It really is a team effort that makes it happen and I am so proud of my whole team. Our goal is to provide truly outstanding service, not only to our customers but to our community as a whole."

Besides being a recognized quality HVAC service provider to the Charleston area, Air Concept Solutions is known for their community involvement. Their sponsorship and contributions of time and money to programs like "Kids with Cancer", "Salvation Army", "Courageous Kidz" and ongoing support for Military families are just a few of the areas they have become in involved in. Recently, many of their staff participated in the Salvation Army's gift program which provided presents for local underprivileged families.

"It was so great seeing some of my staff and my own kids helping to organize and hand out presents with us. We are grateful to amazing charities like Salvation Army and others who do so much to brighten the lives of so many families," said Sowder. "We feel privileged to be a part of it all and will continue to keep community service as an important part of what we do. The awards are great and much appreciated, but the service itself is what makes what we do so rewarding and fun."

Air Concept Solutions is a professionally licensed and certified HVAC services company that offers the full range of heating and cooling services including ac services, furnace repair, mold removal, home energy audits and much more. They have been in business for over 23 years, providing both commercial and residential service.

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Lee & Eddie's Catering of Chicago has been cooking up a storm this season to help feed the homeless and provide holiday goodies for prison inmates and underprivileged schools.

Glenview, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/23/2011 -- 'Tis the season to reach out and even with a tougher economy, this season is no different for Chicago catering company, Lee & Eddie's. As many look to lend a helping hand to families and those in need around the holidays, Lee & Eddie's Catering is one of many local companies that continues to donate charitable supplies and service to the community. In addition to their normally busy catering season which reaches 150 parties a day, Lee & Eddie's also makes time to feed several underprivileged community groups as well. It's an important focus for them, not just during the holidays but all year round.

The Wednesday before Thanksgiving Robert Veles, owner of Lee & Eddie's Catering, walked his grandkids through the crowd at Pacific Garden Mission. It was a party-like atmosphere that day as Lee & Eddie's was there sharing the cost to feed 900 homeless people. "It may look like a party here today," he told his grandkids as they maneuvered through tables of food and people talking,. "but these people are homeless and without work. They are under the radar and forgotten. We are here to serve them today." The next day, Lee & Eddie's was found in another part of Chicago providing food for 500 inmates at Cook County Jail Division 14.

Lee and Eddie's is known for their 24/7 service and that 24/7 commitment will extend through Christmas as they continue to deliver holiday meals for charities and customers. Charitable organizations like FCHN (Feed, Clothe & Help the Needy), "Food for Friends" Chicago Food Depository and others rely on local companies like Lee & Eddie's Catering to bring much needed food and cheer to the holidays.

In talking to Veles, his commitment to Chicago's less fortunate is clear. He talks about these Chicago-based charitable organizations like a proud father as he relays each charity's accomplishments and the people these organizations help. "We were at San Miguel School on the weekend," says Veles, "These guys are amazing and we are so happy to be a small part of what they do. Most of the kids who attend San Miguel go on to high school and college which is a real achievement in light of the odds they are facing. We are so proud of all of them."

In an economic environment where media messages can scare us into shrinking our giving, it's so important to realize how much abundance most of us still have in comparison to others in our own community. Companies like Lee & Eddie's continue their outreach despite the economic climate. It is as much a part of their company culture as their logo and helps to make Chicago winters feel a bit warmer.

About Lee & Eddie's
Since 1959 Lee & Eddie's has been providing Chicago and its surrounding areas with delicious food at prices that can't be beat!  From simple drop-off service to complete event planning with staff and rentals they can truly say that "One Call Does It All!" They provide 24/7 service to Chicagoland and because of their volume are equipped to handle last minute catering orders.

Their specialties include Catered Holiday Parties, Graduations and Corporate Catering Events of all types. Their extensive menus can provide customers with quality sandwiches from their Signature Sandwich Shop as well as unforgettable BBQ foods right off the grill.

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American made UV air quality products and installation made available to Charleston, SC residents.

Charleston, SC -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/12/2011 -- Air Concept Solutions LLC, HVAC specialists serving the Charleston, SC area has announced that they will be expanding their products and services to include indoor UV air quality and purification systems for their customers. The UV technology is used in homes, businesses, schools, hospitals and government buildings across the country to aid allergy and asthma sufferers as well as decrease bacteria and viruses indoors.

Big advances have been made in the use of natural UV light air purification products to safely create allergen free, comfortable environments for families. Last week Air Concept Solutions unveiled the new service on their website after spending several months looking into the best air quality and purification systems available on the market.

"We spend a lot of time evaluating any new ventures and products before we add them to our umbrella of services," said Mike Sowder, owner of Air Concept Solutions. "Many do not make the cut but in this case we are seeing good potential, quality product and most of all great benefit for our customers. In the end it is always about providing better service to our customers and being able to help our customers with air quality and purification just makes sense."

Upon investigating the different products available, Sowder decided to work with indoor air quality experts, Ultravation, located in Vermont. "I really appreciate the quality of their products and their reputation is excellent," remarked Sowder. "Plus, their products are manufactured here in the U.S. so that was a big 'thumbs up' for me. I get to support 'American Made' products while I provide great product and service for my customers at the same time."

Ultravation is known for both their residential and commercial grade air quality products. Their products use the natural power of ultraviolet light to control airborne allergens and microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, mold and mildew. Using their technology, the natural UV light which keep microorganisms under control outdoors has been made available to do the same indoors. Residential customers will find products that range from UV germicidal air and surface control to aquatronic UV water disinfection. Commercial products include germicidal airstream treatment, UV rooftop systems and UV treatment for HVAC coils as well as other applications.

Air Concept Solutions is currently the only authorized HVAC professional to offer Ultravation installation and service within 50 miles of Charleston and its suburbs. Charleston area residents wanting to learn more about safe UV technology and how it can help improve air quality and promote better health may contact Air Concept Solutions to learn more and get help planning and installing their UV air quality control system.

Air Concepts is a professionally licensed and certified HVAC services company that offers the full range of heating and cooling services including ac services, furnace repair, mold removal, home energy audits and much more. They have been in business for over 23 years, providing both commercial and residential service.

For more information call 843-323-8814 or visit http://www.airconceptsllc.com

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Character Education Consultant and Author Strives to Restore Heroes and Dreams to Our Youth!

Hopkins, MN -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/10/2011 -- Sandra McLeod Humphrey seeks to reinvigorate students' dreams for the future with her new book They Stood Alone!: 25 Men and Women Who Made a Difference (ISBN: 9781616144852). The book is a collection of brief biographies of 25 men and women who refused to conform to the societal beliefs and expectations of their time and, by stepping out and away from the crowd, they changed their world and ours as well.

While doing her school visits, Humphrey realized how many students had already given up their dreams and no longer had any personal aspirations. She wanted to restore their hopes and their dreams by showing them that one person can indeed make a difference. Each of the 25 men and women in her new book made a unique contribution which changed and shaped the course of history, and they were not afraid to take a risk even when it meant standing alone.

In the words of one reviewer, "This is a book of hope … and a deep belief in the difference that one person can make when an ability, an idea, or a goal is taken to its highest level."

Humphrey's new book is now available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other major book retailers. She also hosts an inspiring blog called "Dare to Dream Big" with weekly stories featuring real life heroes.

About the Author:
Sandra McLeod Humphrey is a retired clinical psychologist, a character education consultant, and an award-winning author of eight middle-grade and young adult books. She's also the recipient of the National Character Education Center's Award for Exemplary Leadership in Ethics Education (2000) and the 2005 Helen Keating Ott Award for Outstanding Contribution to Children's Literature. You can learn more about her books by visiting her Character Building Website and her blog Dare to Dream Big!

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