Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Nail Salons Award Winner: Bare Feet Spa

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Bare Feet Spa is a 2019 award winner for nail salons in Colorado!

Are you due for a manicure or a pedicure? If so, look no further than Bare Feet Spa in Colorado Springs.

Bare Feet Spa has received hundreds of reviews with an average rating of 4.95 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 95.52 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five nail salons in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“This is an absolutely amazing pedicure spa! I am currently battling stage four cancer, so finding an organic salon with the highest of hygiene standards was of the utmost importance to me. Julie, my nail tech, was very gentle with my swollen feet, and I can’t wait to go back for my next appointment! Once you try this pedicure spa, you’ll never want to go back to your typical, commercialized nail salon again. The prices are more than reasonable, too!” – Terralissa E.

Not Your Average Nail Salon

We wanted to learn all about Bare Feet Spa and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner, Jenise.

The first question we had for Jenise was what is it that sets Bare Feet Spa apart from their competition in Colorado. Here’s Jenise’s response:

“We are super focused on keeping things clean and natural, and we make everything organically in-house. We try to keep things clean and simple, and to tailor each experience with us to the client’s likes, dislikes and allergies. Our clients love that we don’t smell like the average nail salon; acrylic is never used at Bare Feet Spa.”

Jenise went on to say:

“Special thanks to the girls. Without the team that we have, this would not be possible. Our team is so solid and cohesive; they truly make the salon what it is today.”

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Bare Feet Spa and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Jenise had to say:

“We use clean and natural products. We try to give back to the local shelter and different social workers to help raise money. We have a few clients who have experienced some traumatic life events, so we try our best to make them feel loved, welcomed and comfortable in our shop. We truly care about them and want everyone to feel safe, warm and loved, so we come up with ways to give back to them as much as we can.”

She added:

“Our mission is to become your friend, de-stress you and allow you to come to us and feel at ease.”

Building Success Through Organic Reviews

Jenise attributes Bare Feet Spa’s strong online reputation to the organic reviews that their loyal clients give them. Every once in awhile, they’ll also do a raffle to generate reviews or likes.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Bare Feet Spa has gotten their name out there through Facebook, Instagram and their website, as well as through word of mouth.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Bare Feet Spa has. Here’s Jenise’s expert advice for them:

“Have passion; you have to love and care about what you do. If you truly care about your career, then you will continue to spend time perfecting your craft, and people will see that and respond to it! It cannot be all about money, because it just won’t work out.”


Congratulations to the team at Bare Feet Spa for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Jenise, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Bare Feet Spa in Colorado Springs. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Architects Award Winner: Rodwin Architecture

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Rodwin Architecture is a 2019 award winner for architects in Colorado!

If you’re looking for an architecture firm that will help to bring your vision to life while respecting your budget and schedule, look no further than Rodwin Architecture in Boulder.

Rodwin Architecture has received dozens of reviews on four verified sites with an average rating of 4.93 stars, earning them an incredible Rating Score™ of 97.30 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five architects in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“After vetting several companies, we chose Rodwin and could not have been more happy! After deciding to scrap an old house and start from scratch, we knew we needed an architect, and we had a budget. They helped us to stick to it (which can be tough). They were very flexible with meetings (as we have small children) and made house visits when necessary. Their response times to email/calls were always prompt. We had a lot of changes through the process, and they walked us through every step professionally and honestly. We would highly recommend Rodwin Architecture for your next project!” – Jon B.

Not Your Average Architecture Firm

Scott, the owner of Rodwin Architecture, generously gave us a few minutes of his time to tell us about this one-of-a-kind business and its award-winning online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that sets Rodwin Architecture apart from the many other architecture firms in Colorado. Here’s Scott’s response:

“We are one of the oldest design-build firms in Colorado. Our method makes for a much better experience! We have 28 years of experience building sustained builds. We have developed some of the greenest homes in Colorado. We incorporate our design-build methodology with a superior product at a price point that is expected. When I meet with a client for the first time, I tell them that we are human and will make mistakes, as will everyone. Our favorite clients are those that appreciate Tesla — those who are looking for a home to be extraordinarily beautiful, exquisitely engineered and deeply green!”

Scott went on to say:

“We treat clients as humans instead of a business contract. We are creating a work of art for them. We don’t tell people what they want to hear; we set realistic expectations. Our design-builds are faster, cheaper and higher quality. The most important thing is the single-point responsibility. I have the ability to walk onto a job site and say, ‘Hey fix that or change that.’ This has helped us give the best possible overall product to our clients. Our quality control is second to none.

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Rodwin Architecture. Scott told us that their goal is to strike a balance with attention, simplicity, integrity and compassion.

Building Success With a Responsibility to Their Clients

When we asked Scott about Rodwin Architecture’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he said:

“We focus on our responsibility to our clients! We are both architects and builders. We are able to present our clients with a design perspective and help to ensure that it is financially responsible for each client. When we combine these perspectives, it is a very efficient way to meet and exceed the clients’ expectations!”

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, Rodwin Architecture has spread the word about who they are and what they do by teaching classes and educating the public, as well as fellow contractors.

Clearly, Scott knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s his expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“Take care of your clients. We get most of our clients through referrals. My goal, by the end of this, is to say, ‘Please put me on your list of references.’”

Scott ended our conversation by expressing his gratitude for his team:

“Thank you to my team; all of you do such amazing work.”


Congratulations to the team at Rodwin Architecture for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Scott, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Rodwin Architecture in Boulder. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Photographers Award Winner: Pixil Studio

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Pixil Studio is an award winner for photographers in Colorado for the second year in a row!

From wedding photography to headshots, you won’t find a better photographer to work with in Denver than Pixil Studio.

Pixil Studio has received hundreds of reviews on seven verified sites with an average rating of 4.93 stars, earning them an impeccable Rating Score™ of 100.00 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for being among the top 25 businesses and the number one photographer in all of Colorado!

Here’s one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“Bryan was absolutely amazing! His attention to detail and professionalism is exceptional. Not only was he way more affordable than most other wedding photographers, he is very talented and good at what he does. He did a wonderful job asking us exactly what we wanted from our engagement session and wedding day with him. Anytime I had a question or request, I would email him, and he would respond promptly. My husband and I could not have picked a better photographer for our special day! Thank you, Bryan!” – Whitney A.

Maintaining a Strong Online Reputation by Focusing on the Customer Experience

We wanted to learn all about Pixil Studio and what they’ve been up to since they won a Top Rated Local award for being ranked among the top 10 photographers in 2018, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner, Bryan Grant.

It was clear from Pixil Studio’s 2018 Top Rated Local award that they know a thing or two about building a strong online reputation, and their 2019 Top Rated Local award is evidence that they also know how to maintain their reputation. When we asked Bryan what they’ve done to continue to get such great feedback, he told us that it all comes down to offering the same, consistent service he always has and giving the customer what they want at a good price, which leads to customers writing reviews on their own.

We also asked Bryan what it is that makes Pixil Studio stand out, and he pointed to his fair prices and commitment to always picking up the phone.

Small businesses go through many ups and downs over the years, and we wanted to know what lessons Pixil Studio has learned over the last year, as well as what their biggest achievements are. Bryan told us that the biggest lesson he’s learned is to always provide consistency and good customer service, and that building a good online reputation is an effective way to fight off the competition. And he told us that one of his biggest achievements have been making his website mobile-friendly, which gives his clients a better user experience.

What’s Next for Pixil Studio

Small businesses can be a lot of work, and we wanted to know what motivates Bryan and his team at Pixil Studio to serve their clients day in and day out. When we asked Bryan what’s most rewarding about what he does, he told us that he enjoys working for himself and being successful at putting something together for himself.

We were excited to learn about what comes next for this award-winning photographer, so we asked Bryan what their goals are for the next year. Bryan told us that he simply wants to continue on the path he’s on.

As the owner of a second-time award-winning business, Bryan has a lot of knowledge to share. When we asked what advice he has for the many new business owners out there who are just starting out, he emphasized the importance of simply picking up your phone when people call.


Congratulations to Bryan and the team at Pixil Studio for a Top Rated Local award winner for the second year in a row.

When you need a photographer on your side in Denver, we highly recommend Pixil Studio! Visit their website today.

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Garage Door Contractors Award Winner: Third Gen Garage Doors

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Third Gen Garage Doors is a 2019 award winner for garage door contractors in Colorado!

For professional garage door services in Golden, there’s no better company to turn to than Third Gen Garage Doors.

Third Gen Garage Doors has received dozens of reviews on four verified sites with an average rating of 4.97 stars, earning them an outstanding Rating Score™ of 98.71 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five garage door contractors in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Sean and [his] partner did a great job fixing my garage door. I moved into a new house this summer. My garage door broke about six months in. My neighbor recommended a company not to be mentioned. They overcharged me and left me with a door that wasn’t fixed. Third Gen Garage Doors came out and not only fixed the door, but they were friendly and had very reasonable prices. I would not only recommend them but I will only use them.” – Jennifer D.

Not Your Average Garage Door Company

Sean Rogers, the owner of Third Gen Garage Doors, generously gave us a few minutes of his time to tell us about this one-of-a-kind business and its award-winning online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that sets Third Gen Garage Doors apart from the many other garage door companies in Colorado. Here’s Sean’s response:

“We definitely focus on the customer’s needs and not on upselling. We have three generations of experience. We do the job right the first time. We always honor manufacturers’ warranties”

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Third Gen Garage Doors and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Sean had to say:

“We set the standard for a tradition of value. Our main goal is to fix the garage door industry, really. We want to the industry standards and stigmas to be positively rewritten by our work.”

Building Success Through Organic Reviews

When we asked Sean about Third Gen Garage Doors’ secret to such a strong online reputation, he told us that they value organic reviews and rarely ask for them. Instead, they simply focus on doing what they say and saying what they mean.

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, Third Gen Garage Doors has spread the word about who they are and what they do by sharing their work and tips with their customers.

Clearly, Sean knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s his expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“Remain loyal to the customer, and honor the warranties. Do the right thing, like your mother would expect!”

Sean ended our conversation with this touching sentiment:

“Thank you to my friends and employees for your continued support. Thank you to my customers; without you, I would not be here!”


Congratulations to the team at Third Gen Garage Doors for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Sean, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Third Gen Garage Doors in Golden. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Award Winner: Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast is a 2019 award winner in Colorado!

If you’re looking for a relaxing, picturesque place to stay in Crested Butte, look no further than Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast.

Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast has received hundreds of reviews on five verified sites with an average rating of 4.99 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 99.94 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 100 businesses in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“We had a great time at Purple Mountain. The location is awesome, with an easy walk to downtown. The common area is cozy, with a fireplace and games. [They served a] great breakfast, and Chris was a great host. We loved the hot tub, the in-house day spa and the daily craft beer tasting. We will definitely be back! The rooms are clean and cute.” – Patrick G.

Not Your Average Bed and Breakfast

We wanted to learn all about Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner, Chris Haver.

The first question we had for Chris was what is it that sets Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast apart from their competition in Colorado. Chris pointed to the personal interaction he provides and said:

“As an owner, I am heavily involved. It is me there 95 percent of the time. I make sure that my guests are getting out to the best restaurants and trails.”

Chris went on to add:

“It’s not about quantity for me; it’s about quality and getting the right guests in. It is not a high-end luxury place, but it is also not a dive or a crash pad…”

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast and how they work to make the world a better place. Chris told us that their mission is simply to help their guests make the most out of their vacation.

Building Success Through Good Service

Chris attributes Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast’s strong online reputation to their commitment to providing good service for their guests and getting to know them when they stay.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast has gotten their name out there through word of mouth and repeat business.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast has. Here’s Chris’ expert advice for them:

“Keep an eye on your reputation online, but don’t take it personally. Be able to learn from comments and ratings but also be willing to be true to who you are. You can’t be everything for everybody. Online is important, but customer experience is more important.”

Chris ended our conversation with this shoutout:

“Shout out to the customers that have become part of our Crested Butte family over the past 16 years.”


Congratulations to the team at Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Chris, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast in Crested Butte. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Therapists & Psychiatrists Award Winner: Family Care Center

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Family Care Center is an award winner for therapists and psychiatrists in Colorado for the second year in a row!

From counseling services to medication management, Family Care Center in Colorado Springs is the mental health center to turn to for your needs.

Family Care Center has received hundreds of reviews with an average rating of 4.78 stars, earning them a fantastic Rating Score™ of 96.82 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for being ranked the number one mental health clinic in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“[They have a] seriously amazing staff. They care about their clients and the well-being of the family. Dr. Ryan takes time to listen, acknowledges when you understand information and discusses measures to improve your health. Jennifer L. is incredible. She has been amazing through a difficult past few months and helped provide me with much-needed support. I can’t say enough good about the office staff.” – R.A.

Not Your Average Behavioral Health Center

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Dr. Charles Weber, the CEO and Medical Director of Family Care Center.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Dr. Weber about what it is that makes Family Care Center unique compared to the many other mental health clinics in Colorado. Dr. Weber told us that the biggest difference is the quality and cultural competence they provide when dealing with current and ex-military; 75 percent of their staff is military-involved. They are a one-stop shop, with medication, talk therapy, group therapy, couples therapy, etc.

Dr. Weber went on to tell us that they are family-owned and that they have expanded throughout Colorado Springs and all of Colorado. Although they focus on serving the military, they realize that there are a lot of non-military people in their community who they can help as well.

We also asked Dr. Weber about the Family Care Center mission and how they work to make the world a better place. Dr. Weber told us about the many ways they give back, including volunteering with Heavenly Hope Foundation, partnering with Mt. Carmel and supporting the 4th Judicial Court District’s Veterans Trauma Court program, which provides assessments and treatment to Veterans who are involved in the court system.

Building Success by Providing Patients With More Dedicated Time and Resources

Dr. Weber credits Family Care Center’s strong online reputation to their culturally competent staff, to the quality service they provide and to the fact that they take fewer clients so that they can provide them with more dedicated time and resources. Their focus is on quality and on bringing people together.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Family Care Center has grown through word of mouth throughout the military community and Colorado Springs.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Dr. Weber’s expert advice for them:

“Take time to focus on quality, and make sure you’re giving clients the attention they need.”


Congratulations to Family Care Center for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Dr. Weber, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Family Care Center in Colorado Springs. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Acupuncturists Award Winner: Awakening Balance Acupuncture

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Awakening Balance Acupuncture is a 2019 award winner for acupuncturists in Colorado!

Restore health and balance to your body with the help of Awakening Balance Acupuncture in Northglenn.

Awakening Balance Acupuncture has received dozens of reviews on six verified sites with an average rating of 4.92 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 100.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five acupuncturists in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Awakening Balance is staffed with clinicians who truly take the time to listen to their patients, and they utilize treatments that really do make a difference in their lives. They have a variety of treatment options they can offer, and Deborah, the owner, formulates most of her own supplements. She also has a line of very healthy cosmetics for women that nourish the skin with no harsh chemicals and carries a full supplement library of herbs and supplements that she orders in. They offer some late afternoon appointments, as well as Saturday appointments, so they are very accessible and accommodating for people’s work schedules. They also process insurance claims and are a preferred provider for most insurance companies. So if you are looking for a good acupuncture clinic, this is the one!” – Roberta H.

Not Your Average Acupuncture Clinic

We wanted to learn all about Awakening Balance Acupuncture and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner, Deborah Chandler.

The first question we had for Deborah was what is it that sets Awakening Balance Acupuncture apart from their competition in Colorado. Here’s Deborah’s response:

“Because we bill insurance for every patient, we are a preferred provider. We have all of the credentials to take care of everyone. Pain is the number one thing we treat here. We also treat digestive disorders and fertility issues. We listen to what is going on with the patient and provide things for people that not all places do. We strive to keep all standards high.”

Deborah went on to tell us that Awakening Balance Acupuncture has been in business since 2010, and their team consists of three front desk staff members and four Acupuncturists.

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Awakening Balance Acupuncture and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Deborah had to say:

“Right now, we are in the process of becoming a 501c3, and we feel that is the right direction for us to be moving in. There are a lot of people in need of health care, and as a preferred provider we cannot give discounts; we have to treat everyone the same. We are looking to be sliding scale and possibly open a second location so we can help people with lower-income, people with mental illness or homeless people. We are doing everything we can to make a big impact in our community.”

Deborah went on to say:

“By 2020, we are looking to be a non-profit. We are moving into the behavioral health field. We have to raise awareness and help our brothers and sisters out. When the body is less inflamed, the mental capacity is enhanced.”

Building Success by Providing the Best Patient Care

Deborah attributes Awakening Balance Acupuncture’s strong online reputation to their commitment to always doing their best to provide the best patient care:

“We have a lot of internal meetings to make sure everybody is communicating correctly. We do the best that we can to stay very consistent with every treatment throughout all practitioners. we deal with all the insurance billing, so the patient doesn’t have to worry about it, and it helps people de-stress and focus on healing. The front desk staff is our face, and they are part of our great reviews. I also try to keep the highest quality practitioners.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Awakening Balance Acupuncture has gotten their name out there through word of mouth and by working with insurance companies.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Awakening Balance Acupuncture has. Here’s Deborah’s expert advice for them:

“Know the keywords that people are searching for you. Make sure that your location is set. Having testimonials online.”


Congratulations to the team at Awakening Balance Acupuncture for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Deborah, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Awakening Balance Acupuncture in Northglenn. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Jewelry Stores Award Winner: Abby Sparks Jewelry

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Abby Sparks Jewelry is a 2019 award winner for jewelry stores in Colorado!

For stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry custom-made just for you, there’s no better option than Abby Sparks Jewelry in Denver.

Abby Sparks Jewelry has received more than 100 reviews with an average rating of 4.87 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 98.72 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five jewelry stores in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Abbey has some amazing and authentically beautiful pieces of jewelry. She incorporates high-end and, sometimes, rare jewels with exquisite materials, such as white gold. These unique gems are perfect for when you really want to make a statement to that someone special. My partner said it’s the most beautiful and sentimental present I’ve ever given. I would highly recommend that you check them out!” – Don M.

Not Your Average Jewelry Store

We wanted to learn all about Abby Sparks Jewelry and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Marketing Associate, Kelsey Dickinson.

The first question we had for Kelsey was what is it that sets Abby Sparks Jewelry apart from their competition in Colorado. Here’s Kelsey’s response:

“We are not a jewelry store; we don’t have any inventory or any jewelry to sell. Each piece we make is created for just one person, is made only one time and is created for their aesthetic, their style, their personality and their unique relationship.”

Kelsey went on to say:

“Abby started Abby Sparks Jewelry because she felt like the jewelry industry was broken. We buy jewelry for ourselves and gift it to loved ones to celebrate life’s biggest moments: finding your soulmate, wedding anniversaries, births, graduation — the absolute biggest personal and professional milestones. And yet, the jewelry buying process is totally impersonal. She wanted to create a different experience, not a jewelry store; we deserved another option. She created Abby Sparks Jewelry, the anti-jewelry store, with nothing for you to buy and only things to muse about and make. She opted for a design studio instead of a traditional store because each one of us is one-of-a-kind and totally magical just as we are, and our jewelry should reflect that, especially for the big moments.”

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Abby Sparks Jewelry and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Kelsey had to say:

“It’s not about jewelry designed around the ‘Abby Sparks’ vision, or what we like or want to be branded as. It’s jewelry designed around you, your story, your values and your style. Because sometimes, the little things ARE the big things.”

Abby herself, the owner, added:

“Every single one of us has our own unique combination of personality and soul attributes. Add to that, your personal story, all of the trials, tribulations and experiences, and that’s pure magic in my eyes. Then, when you find your person, well then, we have something that has never existed before. And oh man, that spark can move mountains! No connection is the same; no love is the same, and no two people are the same. This is the flicker that started my business and the north star that guides it and me today. My company exists for those looking for jewelry with meaning, made just for my clients’ unique stories, for their magical connections and for their spark.”

Building Success b Getting to Know Clients

Kelsey attributes Abby Sparks Jewelry’s strong online reputation to their commitment to getting to really seeing their clients and getting to know them on a deeper level instead of just trying to sell them something:

“Getting great feedback starts with giving people a reason to give great feedback. We’re not trying to sell our clients on anything; we make them feel seen and often get to know them on a much deeper level. The nature of what we do, and the pieces we create, is so personal and celebrates some of the biggest moments in our clients’ lives. We create an experience where they can celebrate that to the fullest without being judged, feeling pushed into something, or being sold a product that doesn’t seem to fit the importance of that situation. After the piece is created and finished, we do leave a little card in our client’s packet asking them, if they wish, to leave us a review so that others like them can have the same great experience. We’ll also follow up with an email after a few weeks, checking in on them and sharing links that allow them to remain a part of our community.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Abby Sparks Jewelry has gotten their name out there through the great relationships they’ve formed with their clients the events they hold at their space and their guerilla approach to marketing, which includes distributing stickers out in the community.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Abby Sparks Jewelry has. Here’s Kelsey’s expert advice for them:

“Learn to speak to people’s pain instead of just pushing products, service features or benefits. Everyone is pushing a product. What’s going to make you stand out in all of the noise is actually talking to people like they talk. That’s where the value lies in your product or service — in alleviating peoples’ pains. Make them feel seen and heard, so that then your product or service can be of interest and of help. You provide value to people by empathizing with them and walking in their shoes. Also, Google is God. Play by Google’s rules when building a website and creating content around SEO (search engine optimization) keywords and phrases.”


Congratulations to the team at Abby Sparks Jewelry for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Kelsey, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Abby Sparks Jewelry in Denver. Visit their website today!

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Martial Arts Award Winner: Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy is an award winner for martial arts centers in Colorado for the second year in a row!

From self-defense clinics to summer camps, Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy is your go-to martial arts center in Parker.

Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy has received dozens of reviews on five verified sites with an impeccable average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them a perfect Rating Score™ of 100.00 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for being ranked among the top 100 businesses and the number one martial arts center in all of Colorado!

Here’s one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“Master Cam and the other teachers at Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy have had an amazing impact on our family. Both of my boys have been attending for a month, and in that short amount of time, they have improved their grades and are more willing to jump on their homework and help me with chores. There have been no other changes in our lives, so I attribute it directly to Master Cam. Plus, they are having a great time at each session and are excited to go every time! [I am] so glad that they are here in Parker. Also, [they are] easy to reach and very responsive. We look forward to being part of this studio for years to come.” – Natalie S.

Maintaining a Strong Online Reputation by Continuously Improving Their Program

We wanted to learn all about Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy and what they’ve been up to since they won a Top Rated Local award for being ranked among the top 10 martial arts centers in 2018, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner, Master Cam Weber.

It was clear from Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy’s 2018 Top Rated Local award that they know a thing or two about building a strong online reputation, and their 2019 Top Rated Local award is evidence that they also know how to maintain their reputation. When we asked Master Weber what they’ve done to continue to get such great feedback, he said:

“We just keep trying to continuously improve our program. We are really focused on the improvement of our academy.”

We also asked Master Weber what it is that makes Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy stand out, and he said:

“We are one of the only taekwondo academies in the nation that teaches traditional and new, Olympic-style taekwondo in the same place. World taekwondo is Olympic-style or sport-style; whereas, international-style taekwondo is a more traditional style. We like to keep the tradition as well as keep up with the new sport.”

Small businesses go through many ups and downs over the years, and we wanted to know what lessons Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy has learned over the last year, as well as what their biggest achievements are.

Master Weber told us that, as a perfectionist, the biggest thing he’s learned is to let his instructors take control and teach classes, and he’s learned to really trust them. And he was proud to say that, among their accomplishments over the last year, they’ve developed multiple national champions and have been recognized as The Best Martial Arts Studio in Parker for the fifth year in a row.

What’s Next for Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy

Small businesses can be a lot of work, and we wanted to know what motivates Master Weber and his team at Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy to serve their students day in and day out. When we asked Master Weber what’s most rewarding about what he does, he said:

“I love seeing a student grow into better versions of themselves. It is nice to be able to work with students of all nationalities, races and genders, and to be able to enjoy the martial art that I love, too.”

We were excited to learn about what comes next for this award-winning martial arts center, so we asked Master Weber what their goals are for the next year. He told us:

“We are trying not to grow too much. …We just want to keep seeing the quality improve. Sometimes, when there are more students, you see quality of instruction go down. We are trying to keep quality as high as possible. We are always working on improving the facility…”

As the owner of a second-time award-winning business, Master Weber has a lot of knowledge to share. When we asked what advice he has for the many martial arts centers out there that are just starting out, he said:

“I think a lot of martial arts instructors look at what other people are doing and try to mimic that, but stick with what your favorite components are. Don’t try to teach things that you are not actually passionate about. We try to be really well-rounded, but there are a lot of schools that mimic and they aren’t really teaching what they love.”

Master Weber ended our conversation with a very important shout-out:

“Grand Master Kim was just inducted into the Taekwondo Hall of Fame. He was my inspiration, mentor, and instructor. He runs the Black Belt Foundation in Brazil, which is the largest nonprofit taekwondo instruction in the world…”


Congratulations to Master Weber and the team at Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy for a Top Rated Local award winner for the second year in a row.

When you need a martial arts center on your side in Parker, we highly recommend Kim & Cam’s Taekwondo Academy! Visit their website today.

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Award Winner: Helie Chiropractic

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Helie Chiropractic is a 2019 award winner in Colorado!

If you’re looking for a chiropractic clinic that offers collaborative care and goal-oriented treatments, look no further than Helie Chiropractic in Westminster.

Helie Chiropractic has received hundreds of reviews with an average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them a fantastic Rating Score™ of 99.97 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 100 businesses in all of Colorado!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“I’ve been getting monthly adjustments, which has made a huge difference in my overall health. Adam is great at listening and determining the root cause in order to customize my treatment. I always feel so much better when I leave! Thanks, Adam, for delivering excellence and offering at-home exercises to compliment my monthly adjustments. You are a gifted doctor.” – Cheryl F.

Not Your Average Chiropractic Clinic

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Dr. Adam Helie, the owner of Helie Chiropractic.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Dr. Helie about what it is that makes Helie Chiropractic unique compared to the many other chiropractic clinics in Colorado. Dr. Helie told us:

“I educate patients, so they can properly take care of themselves and so aging doesn’t become a factor in their life. I preach spinal hygiene.”

Dr. Helie went on to tell us that he’s been in business for 11 years and enjoys educating people on what causes diseases.

We also asked Dr. Helie about the Helie Chiropractic mission and how they work to make the world a better place. Dr. Helie shared with us that his goal is to help as many people as possible:

“The more people I can make health, the healthier my community will become.”

Building Success by Helping Patients Find Improvement

When we asked Dr. Helie about Helie Chiropractic’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he said:

“After I see somebody for long enough, they have seen improvement and they are happy, we ask them for a review. A lot of times, I don’t have to ask; they just do it.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Helie Chiropractic has grown by hosting a monthly education dinner and attending networking events.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Dr. Helie’s expert advice for them:

“I think the key is just to ask for a review, because people will do it. Sometimes, they just need to be reminded.”


Congratulations to Helie Chiropractic for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Dr. Helie, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Helie Chiropractic in Westminster. Visit their website today!