7 yh frei Jeff and Ed Rothman Ed's Linens Ed's Linens opened its doors in * Richmond in 1982. 1 was the first store of its kind in Canada — a dis- count linen store for bedrooms and bathrooms. Ed Rothman, with an extensive background in home and drapery lex- tiles, saw a real need for better selee- tons of guod quality discount line. prodticts.... An 1984, his son Jeff Rothman - joined the business and is currently » in charge of the operations of their fi e locations. “Their North Vancouver store opened in 1986 — you can also find Ed's Linens outlets in Surr Richmond where they originally opened. ‘Edvand Jeff both pride’ themselves on being'a B.C. family owned and operated: : business. ; “Bedroom and ‘bathroom linens can dramatically affect the mood ef a room — our customers need to be inspired and romanced by the choices they make.” - Jeff Rothman . Coquitlam, the west side of Vancouver and of course, in Jeff says. “We warit to provide our customers with the best service possihle. “Bedroom and bathroom linens can dramatically affect the moad of a room — our ustomers need to he inspired and romanced by the choices they make.” For great selection, quality. prices and customer service visit (he Ed's Liners clos- “est fo you. Their North Shore store is located in Capilano Villas “Drs North Vancouver, ge at #4 - 801 Marine tea Lasercolor Good Nature Health Foods Naomi, Donna and “Brian Yamamoto, “all graduates of Windsor ~ High School, have stay ed true to. their North Shore “roots. _ co -Living and working ‘on: the: North Shore vepates.” them. — the - headache of:rush-hour draffic. , All three worked past -time while attending “university and found | ‘themselves, at onetime or another, man x aging their parents” Japan Camera stores. The: family business gave Naomi. “Donna and Brian the experience and e Work ethic required to start their own - businesses. It was rapidly changing technology in digital full color printing that turned Naomi’s eye towards a graphic design sand printing business. Th dido’t take long before Lasercotor evolved into a small but complete pro- “The family Moda business gave rian the experience . and, work ethic “their own’ “businesses.” duction house which could produce any- thing from restaurant menus to film and television props in a very short time. _ She credits a lot of her se to her past experience as president of the focal Donna, Brian and Naomi Yamamoto Chamber of Commerce and networking with other chamber members. Donna has always heen in the spot-, light. She is an accomplished actress and hats appeared ia many commercials ancl “TV movies, Her talent in live theatre has earned her a Jessie award. Donna has recently started her own business — Good Nature Health Foods. which marks the family’s first move away from a business based on changing tech- nology. Her store offers a selection of natural foots, vitamins and herbal and mineral supplements. Like the rest of the family, she loves to eat and the food in her store doesn’t compromise flavor for good. healthy eating. Brian's interest in photography began over 14 years ugo as'a hobby that now takes a back seat to fishing and golfing, He has started his own business ven- ture — North Shore Custom Photo. This new business offers quality photo finish- ing and specialty services not available at many other labs. s commitied (o focusing on serv- commercial clientele without compromising the top-notch service to his retail custome Naomi, Donne and Brian have heen fortunate to he part of a good family busi- ness that has evolved into three very sep- arate and distinc? new businesses, Sunday, March 6, 1994 - North Shore News - 23 nee ats ay ‘ For professional & expert service in Real Estate. Sutton Group West Coast Realty Call 986-9321 or 988-2186 — “#1200 Interior Acrylic Semi-Gloss Latex, Ideal in your kitchen or bathroom. 3.78 L $29.99 reg. $23.99 sale #104 Flat Latex {not shown} All Wallpaper books... Now 30% OFF! oc (Co-ordinated fabrics and washable, not included.) 4 37a Just A Drop. Nour Brushes, Rotlers and Roller Sets. 20% OFF #P1000 Ni-Hider Sa Acrylic Eggshell Latex’ Saft pastel colours | that cover beautifully. ° «$23. 39 sale #1100 Interior ‘Acrylic Eggshell Latex Excellent for kid’s room and hallways! 3.78t $36.99 reg. $19.98 sale ..Plus more in-store specials! ® Providing B.C. with Superior Qaality Siare 1930 NORTH VANCOUVER 1844 Lonsdale Avenue 985-6354 HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30; Saturday 9-5:30; Sunday 10-5:00 .