Modesto Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Takes Place at MBSI Main Office

As new members of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, MedAmerica Billing Services, Inc. was honored in a ribbon cutting ceremony at our main office on December 6, 2011. Cecil Russell, the President of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, gave a short speech commemorating the occasion, and mentioning that we have brought more than 600 jobs to the Modesto area. James V. Proffitt III, President and COO of MBSI, gave a thank you speech, bringing up the fact that an additional 10 jobs were filled within the last week at the Modesto office. We are very proud to be welcomed into the Modesto business community, and hope to continue the collaboration to bring new employment to the area.

Fright Walk 2011 Raises Funds for Relay For Life

MBSI's very own IS and IT Departments banded together on October 31st to create an afternoon of Terror and Fun! Celebrating the revival of Fright Walk, the team, headed by Karen Addison, created a Halloween Fright Walk in our Modesto Campus. The area was dark and spooky, with a myriad of chilling howls and spooky music as the background! Terrified employees and their families who dared to enter were given a chill and a few frightful moments - along with some candy and laughter.

Employees were asked to spend $1 for themselves and members of their family who dared to enter! Total proceeds came to $245.00, which was donated to Relay For Life.

Cast members included: Wyatt Silva, Michael Wegener, Shawn Wood, Phil Weiss, Gabe Caligiuri, Liz Vera, John Arsheid, Kyle Brown, Makara Pheap, Michael Johnson, Tamera Franklin, Robin Costa, Cynthia Huckstep, and Karen Addison.

Crew members also included: Chris Chadd. Leigh Houck, Teri Mann, Jerry Garcia and Rochelle Johnson. Additional support came from Nancy Templeton, Liz Lawson, Jon Dressel, Lupe Carlos, Elva Hurst, Attilia Pascuiti, and Roy Jones.

Karen Addison wishes to thank Jimmie Proffitt for his support, the Cast and Crew of the Fright Walk, support from the Finance Department, and "all the souls of the poor victims" that attended the event!

Bake Sale Benefitting Relay for Life, American Cancer Society

MedAmerica Billing Inc. (MBSI) Modesto location held a one-day Bake Sale on Thursday, October 27th. We raised $957.50 at the end of the day for Relay For Life/The American Cancer Society!

Heading the Bake Sale, were Tamera Franklin, Karen DiLallo, and Pam Cayson. All the baked goods were donated by MBSI employees, and were sold to the employees at the Modesto campus! Hundreds of different offerings were available, including cookies, cakes, cupcakes, muffins, brownies, candy, trail mix and more! Franklin notes, "We have been doing this for over 10 years, and every year we make more money for the charity."

MBSI holds bake sales twice a year, once in October, and again around Easter time in the spring. Last year’s spring competition resulted in $3,615.75 for Relay For Life.

MBSI Sponsors Flu Vaccinations for Employees

In an effort to keep our employees happy and healthy, Bernie Colvin in the Human Resources Department, arranged for Sutter Health to administer Flu vaccinations in the Modesto Office on October 26, 2011. MBSI paid for the entire cost of the shots to encourage employees to get vaccinated. Over 110 employees took advantage of this great opportunity to stay healthy this year.

MBSI hopes everyone stays healthy during this flu season!

MBSI Participates in Modesto Chamber of Commerce "State of the Region" Luncheon

MedAmerica Billing Services, Inc. (MBSI) sponsored a table at the 3rd Annual State of the Region Luncheon on Wednesday, October 26th, at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto, CA.

The goal of the luncheon was to raise awareness of the current economic and community issues facing the cities in Stanislaus County and Northern San Joaquin Valley. Hosted by the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Economist Jeffrey Michaels of UOP’s Eberhardt School of Business, discussed the current trends in the area. This was followed by a panel of local business leaders sharing their approach to succeeding in the current economic climate.

Attending the luncheon on behalf of MBSI were six of our Modesto Office Managers: Nicole Bailey, Bernie Colvin, Jennifer D’Achiardi, Melissa Foreman, Becky Henson, April Kruse. D’Achiardi stated that the lunch was educational and inspirational. "I am proud that MBSI is participating in local efforts such as this".

MBSI's 7th Annual Employee Appreciation Day

In order to show our employees how much we appreciate their hard work, MBSI hosted our 7th annual Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, September 16, 2011! From mid-day on, at the main campus in Modesto, employees were treated to fun games, a delicious array of free food and drink, and a chance to relax with coworkers! We set up a circus-like tent in the parking lot, and served hot food, various salads, yummy desserts and soft drinks to over 360 people. There was a free photo booth with props (such as feather boas, pink sunglasses and hats), a DJ playing great music and a Human Foos Ball Tournament! A fun time was had by all!

In our Upland office, the Regional Manager took everyone out to a local bowling alley, where they divided up into teams: Scrizo Strikers, Stripes and Strikes, Lucky Strikes, Dolls with Balls, and the Bi-Polar Rollers! Everyone enjoyed friendly competition in the lanes, and the bowling alley served hot pizza, hamburgers, and drinks for the entire crew.

The Green Valley office, which is mostly comprised of home-based employees, gave out gift cards as thanks for their hard work and dedication to the company.

President and COO, James V. Proffitt III, states, "It was wonderful to be able to give back to everyone who has contributed to the success of the company. We would not be able to keep up with our company’s growth without the help of each and every person here."

MedAmerica Billing Services, Inc. receives Certificate for Contributions from Modesto City Council and Modesto Chamber of Commerce

On September 13, 2011, the City Council of Modesto, and the Modesto Chamber of Commerce presented MedAmerica Billing Services, Inc. (MBSI) with a special Certificate for Contributions made to the City of Modesto. This was to honor MBSI for creating hundreds of new jobs in the area, thereby enhancing the overall economic environment of the city.

The President of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Cecil Russell, and the Vice Mayor of Modesto, Brad Hawn, are seen here, presenting the certificate to James V. Proffitt III, President and COO of MBSI.

Also attending the ceremony is Courtney Proffitt, MBSI's Human Resources Onsite Coordinator.