2013 August PASO Magazine

BUSINESS
SPOTLIGHT from page 54
Gina and her Westie
Grooming from
Nose to Tail
Georgina “Gina”
Webster loves
grooming dogs.
From her homebased
business and
the workshop that
she calls her “sanctuary,” Gina gives
each dog extra care by bathing with an
organic shampoo, grooming and skillful
scissor clipping. She adds, “I stay
calm and collected to keep the dogs
comfortable. I always put the dogs first
because they can sense when people
are uptight. And you can never win an
argument with a dog anyway!”
Since Nose to Tail is located east
of town off Ground Squirrel Hollow,
the collection and delivery service is
a great convenience for her in-town
clients. She adds, “Most of my dogs
go ballistic when I go to the house to
collect them up. They know they’re
going to be groomed! I also offer a
service for people that live out here
instead of them taking their dogs to
town. I have customers that come all
the way out here from Templeton and
Atascadero.” Georgina has several elderly
and housebound clients whose
pets are such loving companions. She
adds, “I have a close relationship with
my clients and pay particular attention
to the older dogs.
My favorite dogs of all are the ones
I’ve had as puppies that nobody else
has touched because they totally trust
me. Call Gina at (805) 610-0256
for professional and convenient dog
grooming.
Takken’s Shoes – Leading the
way in comfort – with Style!
Paso Robles Store Manager Don
Pummill has been with Takken’s since
1987. Working in the company’s first
store in San Luis Obispo led to his current
position beginning in 1989. Don
adds, “We have 24 stores throughout
the Valley and the Bay Area, but generally
this store is the busiest in the
company.
“Our focus is comfort
and we have a big repair
business that dates back
to the 30’s. Our previous
shoe repairman David
Don Pummill
Moreno recently retired
and turned over the
business to his son Mike.” Don adds,
“Mike’s doing a great job. His work
is done on the premises, usually with
same day service.”
Takken’s Shoes is known for the
Semi-Annual Clearance Sale. “All of
our other stores are in malls, so we
consolidate the large inventory and
filter the product here with a big tent
and parking lot sales. We greet every
customer; creating an experience for
them with proper fitting and suggestions
for new products and our services.
We also take a wellness approach with
socks, orthotics and proper sizing. We
often refer customers to local chiropractors
and podiatrists. Our employees
know the benefits of the specialized
styles, especially those related to work
and leisure activity requirements such as
running and hiking.” Outside sales is a
huge part of Takken’s service particularly
with small industries that require standardized
footwear for safety purposes.
In general Don adds, “I like to see
my employee’s success. Over the years,
I’ve trained several employees to be
managers in our company. To maintain
the sales volume and success of this
store is very satisfying.” Takken’s Shoes
is located at 747 Spring Street, Paso
Robles, call 238-7778, takkens.com
Mod Studio –
Three Beautiful Spaces
The newest phase of Mod Studio
recently opened to complete the trio of
suites that provide a full range of hair,
nail and spa services. Hair, skin care
and massage services are located upstairs
and the new nail studio is below
on the ground floor. Owner Michele
Bagnall adds, “Eight years ago, we began
as just a hair salon, but as the spaces
became available and our client’s re-
quested more services, we’ve expanded
slowly. The great thing about slow and
steady growth is that we’ve mastered
one thing before we take on something
else. We’ve found that separating the
hair from the nail services works best.
Our clients are looking for a semi-private
setting with a modern, upscale feel.
As an Aveda based salon we emphasize
well-being using as many naturally derived
products as possible. We use Spa
Ritual; an organic natural-based product
that partners Aveda.”
Mod Studio’s interior
design is simple, uncluttered
and refreshing. Michele
adds, “I’m huge on
Michele
Bagnal
design. I love details and
believe that it’s important
to be inspired by your environment
and be visually stimulated.
I’m attracted to the minimalist look and
I think people feel more comfortable
with simplicity. My clients want convenience,
affordability and upscale service
in an absolutely clean environment. The
basic nail services are $25 with online
scheduling and walk-in appointments
as well. We keep it convenient, affordable
and we excel at customer service.”
Mod Studio is open Tuesday through
Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call 239-
5953 or book your appointment online
at mssalons.com and visit 1400 Railroad
Street in Paso Robles.
56 Paso Robles Magazine, August 2013