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52 NORTH BAY WOMAN | S P R I N G 2 0 1 5 S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N WOMEN IN BUSINESS 2015 Leslie Ruhland Executive Vice President Leslie Ruhland is the Executive Vice President of Accuchex Corporation which provides Payroll, Timekeeping and HR solutions to employers nationwide. Along with her husband, Jim, Leslie founded Accuchex in 1990. Leslie's specialties include coordinating new business initiatives and team development to drive her companies growth into the future. Leslie began her business career energized by the outdoor life in Aspen, Colorado where she founded and operated High Altitude Cuisine, Inc. a highly regarded restaurant and catering business. She later returned to her native San Francisco Bay Area to manage numerous new restaurant ventures for several hospitality chains. Leslie's active personal life allows her to enjoy her family time with her three adult sons - balancing between high school sports and challenges of college. She keeps busy traveling and spending time on the water. Leslie is a member of the San Francisco Yacht Club, and currently organizes the club's Speaker Series supporting competitive & educational sailing, environmental and experiential topics to the membership. In 2008, Leslie and Jim recruited their oldest son, Tristan, to help establish Accuchex Insurance Services LLC (CDI# 0G33235), a complimentary service offering to protect clients from the risks of conducting day-to-day business. The agency specializes in Worker's Compensation (GL or CGL Insurance), Business Owners Policy (BOP), and Professional Liability Insurance (PL or E&O), and employee Health Benefits programs. Leslie's professional life includes involvement on several business and community boards, including San Rafael/Marin Leadership Institute and Workforce Investment Board. She has served as a director of the SRCC for a number of years, and currently sits on Governmental Affairs and Women of Industry committees. Accuchex 365 Bel Marin Keys Blvd. Suite 200, Novato, CA 94949 877-422-2824 | www.accuchex.com Elan Fitness Center LaRaye Houston, Mona Burglin & Joanna Olsen What is Elan?...... Elan is a family owned and operated fitness center, where, since 1984, we have been dedicated to helping women achieve their health & fitness goals. At Elan we believe that physical wellness promotes a healthier and happier lifestyle. Our 12,500 sq. ft. facility is a place where you can relax, have fun and be yourself. We never want you to feel pressured or out of place whether you are attending one of our energy-charged group fitness classes or relaxing in our spa. At Elan we specialize in Pilates, Yoga, Group Fitness Classes, Mind Body classes & Zumba. All ages & fitness levels will benefit from our award winning classes. Classes are taught by our high energy, motivating and experienced Instructors, who make every class effective, safe & enjoyable. No matter what day, time or type of workout you seek, our group fitness classes will work for you. We invite you to come as you are, enjoy the company of other women.... you will leave feeling a sense of accomplishment and a step closer to reaching your health & fitness goals. We offer a variety of membership options. Whether you are in town visiting for a short-time or want to become a long term part of the Elan family, we have just the right plan for you. NO long term commitment !!!! Elan Fitness Center 230 Greenfield Ave., San Anselmo, CA. 94960 Phone (415) 485-1945 | www.elanfitness.com

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