The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce 2012 Scholarship Committee has selected the recipients for the
2012 Scholarships.

Congratulations to Cuyahoga Falls resident graduating seniors: 

Meghan Dannemiller
St. Vincent – St. Mary High School
Ohio State University

Alexander J. Minns
Woodridge High School
Pennsylvania State University

Angelina N.  Moore 
Woodridge High School 
Ohio University 

Lauren L. Smith
Cuyahoga Falls High School
Ohio State University
 

• The 2012 Scholarship Recipients will be honored with their parents at the Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon Meeting at the Sheraton Suites – Cuyahoga Falls.  ($18 Members and $28 Non-Members – Reservations required.)

2012 Scholarship Committee
Aaron Barnhart  - Valley Savings Bank – 2012 Scholarship Co-Chair
Linda Boardman – Dietz Falls Florist
Tim Bullock  – Union National Mortgage
Bob Gruber  - Wellness and Wealth By Choice – 2012 Scholarship Co-Chair
Bill Harding – Donatos Pizza
Wes Johnston – Retired Resident
Jennifer Kirsch  - It’s a Breeze Travel
Ted Kozma – First Merit Bank
Deb Wilkins, LMT  - Deb Wilkins Massotherapy

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS
Every year the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce Area Foundation, Inc. awards scholarships to Cuyahoga Falls and Silver Lake resident graduating high school seniors

• Scholarship applications are available at the high school guidance counselor’s offices  after February.   Students may attend any of the public and private schools in the area.
• Once completed applications are submitted, the Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Committee reviews them and calls the top applicants back to the Chamber of   Commerce for a formal interview before the committee. Decisions are based on scholastic achievements and financial need.
• The Chamber of Commerce hosts a luncheon  the Scholarship recipient’ honor every June – usually the 4th Wednesday of the month. The  Scholarship recipients photo is then published in the Record Publishing/Falls News Press.

 2012 DEADLINE and 2012 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS LUNCHEON

• The deadline for a Cuyahoga Falls/Silver Lake resident graduating senior to apply is
  Thursday, March 29^th – 5 pm to the Chamber Office.
• The Scholarship Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 @ Sheraton Suites Cuyahoga Falls.  The winners and their family will be invited to this luncheon in which the Scholarship Committee will present the 2012 Scholarships.

PURPOSE
To encourage higher education and professional development by means of Chamber Scholarships.

PROGRAMS
The Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Program and the Night at the Races event are designated to financially support the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc.

The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of   Commerce Foundation, Inc. Board can also   designate other events and programs deemed fit to this cause.
VISION
Our hope is that our Scholarships will encourage the recipients to excel as future business leaders and participate in the   Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce and give back to the community.

HISTORY
The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce began in the fall of 1926 by a group of businessmen and property owners.  At the Annual Meeting of the Falls Civic   Association, a committee of 15 was  appointed for the purpose of organizing a Chamber of Commerce.  The first Meeting was held at the City Hall on November 24, 1926, followed by a membership campaign in January 1927.

In 2005 the Chamber of Commerce recognized a need for a non-profit foundation that would serve the purpose of raising money to put back in the  community by way of scholarships.

May 16, 2012 Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
Jimyz Automotive – 3518 State Road Cuyahoga Falls

Owner Jim Shukys, Laura Petrella, CF Chamber CEO  and Mayor Don Robart, City of Cuyahoga Falls

Owner Jim Shukys and Steve Williams, Jimyz Automotive

THANK YOU  2012 PRESIDENT’S CLUB MEMBERS 

AG PrintPromo Solutions

Akron Institute of Herzing University*

Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls

APARCO Security Systems

BJ’s Wholesale Club

Computer Solutions & Management

Express Employment Professionals

Falls Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Fiducial General Business Services

Heather Knoll Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

The Ink Well Printing & Promotional Products

Maistros & Loepp Ltd

Margida & Associates, Inc.

Minuteman Press

North Akron Savings Bank

Riverfront YMCA

Summa Western Reserve Hospital

Valley Savings Bank*

*Charter Member

The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce congratulates the following:

2012  Business Person of the Year
Larry Walters, MOTORTECH Auto Center

2012 Citizens of the Year
Richard and Yvonne Sebastian – Cuyahoga Falls Residents

FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO
CUYAHOGA FALLS

2012 Chamber Member Business of the Year
AG PrintPromo Solutions

• 2012 NOMINATIONS: Each year the Chamber of Commerce takes nominations from the Chamber Members and  Community residents for these prestigious awards. Awards Nominations/Sponsorships were accepted at the Chamber office until April 27, 2012 – 12 noon.

• 2012 AWARDS LUNCHEON: The 2012 Award Recipients will be honored at the Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon Meeting – Wednesday, May 23 at the Sheraton Suites/Cuyahoga Falls.
• RSVP here: http://cfchamber.com/event/may-23-luncheon-and-2012-business-person-citizen-business-awards-program/

2012 Awards Committee Chair

• Carol Morgan, North Akron Savings Bank

2012 Awards Committee

• John Friend, The Fedeli Group
• Jeff Iula, City of Cuyahoga Falls – Council at Large
• Keith Viers, Ohio Savings Bank
• Laura Petrella, Chamber of Commerce

SPECIAL THANK YOU -
Convertible Cars for 2012 recipients to ride in the May 28th
Memorial Day Parade courtesy of - Don Sitts Auto 

• All current Chamber members were eligible to serve on the 2012 selection committee.
• The first committee meeting was Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at 12 Noon at North Akron Savings Bank – 1871 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls.  
• The 2012 winners are selected based their personal and business achievements as well as their volunteer work and efforts to the community and to the Chamber of Commerce.  All Chamber of Commerce Members were eligible to receive the Business Person of the Year Award and Chamber Member Business of the Year and all Residents of Cuyahoga Falls are  eligible to receive the Citizen of the Year Award.  The decision of the selection committee is final. 

 Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce
Citizen / Business Person of the Past Year Recipients

 1978    Harold Wilson, Citizen

1979    John Bender, Citizen

1980    Boyd King, Citizen

1981    —–

1982    —–

1983    Dell O’Dell, Citizen

1984    Pat Miller, Citizen

1985    Fran Santina, Citizen

1986    Tim Thomas, Citizen

1987 / 1988     Jack Richard, Citizen

1988 / 1989     Barb White, Citizen

1989 / 1990     Gregg Wagner, Citizen

1991    Sue Truby, Citizen

1992    Don Dieterich, Citizen

1993    Larry Brimlow, Citizen

1994    Lowery Lockard-Jones, Citizen

Joe Lamusga, CF Replacement Windows, Business Person

1995    Jackie Klag, Citizen

Phil First, Valley Savings Bank, Business Person

1996   LyleForest, Citizen

Elias Karam, Karam & Simon Realty, Business Person

1997    Ben Norval, Citizen

Chris Miner, Time Warner Cable, Business Person

1998    Madeline Bozzelli, Citizen

George Winkelmann, Conrad Botzum Farmstead, Business Person

1999    Richard Pierson, Citizen

Carol R. Morgan, Valley Savings Bank, Business Person

2000    Fred Anthony,CF GeneralHospital, Business Person

Harry Heath, Citizen

2001 Jack Hayes, ConnectingTouchTherapy & WellnessCenter, Business Person

Bob Heath, Citizen

2002    Janet Roberts, ERA Strecker Realty, Business Person

Don and Karen Nelsch, Citizens

2003    Jack Litzel, CF City Schools, Business Person

Todd Caruthers, Citizen

2004   Jeff Kline, Fun Services, Business Person

Tony Malorni, Citizen

2005    Mayor Don L. Robart, City ofCF, Business Person

Rolland Seguin, Citizen

2006    Mary Stephan, Valley Savings Bank, Business Person

Richard Paddison, Citizen

2007    Danny Karam, Karam Companies, Business Person

Liz Cross, Citizen

2008    Kathleen Rice, Summa/CFGeneralHospital, Business Person

Joe House, Citizen

2009    Bob Earley, Rockin’ on the River, Business Person

Jeff Iula, Citizen

2010    Don Sitts, Don Sitts Auto Sales, Inc., Business Person

Tim Bullock, Citizen

2011    Bob Weinhardt, Toshiba Business Solutions, Business Person

Harrison Criss, Citizen

Neoshred – Business of the Year

CUYAHOGA FALLS OHIO BOOK – CLICK HERE: 
http://pccinternetgroup.com/pccbrochures/cuyahoga2012/

Welcome to Cuyahoga Falls, home of Blossom Music Center and many other fine attractions.

The City of Cuyahoga Falls was founded in 1812 by William Wetmore to develop land owned by Judge Joshua Stow of Middletown Connecticut. It was originally named Manchester and later changed, at the request of the Ohio Postmaster General to its present name, Cuyahoga Falls.

• Today, the City of Cuyahoga Falls has a population of 50,000 + and covers 27.8 square miles.

Falls River Square in the heart of downtown Cuyahoga Falls offers something for everyone. From the weekend festivals during the summer months to the Ice Skating Rink during the winter months there is always something going on to keep Cuyahoga Falls the fine destination that it is.

Falls River Square in downtown Cuyahoga Falls is a pedestrian area along the historical Cuyahoga River. Antique shops, restaurants and coffee shops. More than 300,000 people attend the summer festivals held here.

Falls River Square is the site of many community festivals and special events including the Italian American Festival, Irish Festival, Rib Burn Off, Crooked River Blues Jazz and Arts Festival, Oktoberfest, weekly “Rockin’ on the River” TGIF parties, Car Cruise-In’s, the Sunday Evening Concert Series, and many others.

There is a Fountain is located at the North end, AND an interactive Fountain located at the South near the Clock Tower of the Falls River Square/Riverfront Centre District. A MUST SEE area!

• For more information call the Calendar of Events Hotline at the City of Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-8373.

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Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce
Member News Announcements
are a FREE and EASY way Chamber Members (only) can promote a business related news item to fellow Members.  These announcements will be posted on the Chamber website and Chamber Facebook Page.   They will be emailed as well.
GREAT EXPOSURE!

MAY 2012 

Goodwill Industries – The Job Center
Is your business looking to hire? If so, the Job Center in Summit County can help. We currently have an On-The-Job Training Program where we can reimburse you up to 50% of the cost of training a new employee for up to 6 months. I know you are saying, there is probably a bunch of paperwork!  No, we complete most of the paperwork for you as we know you are busy. If you are interested please contact Jack Friend, Employer Relations Representative at 330-630-3073 located at 1040 E. Tallmadge Ave. Akron. http://www.goodwillakron.org/

Old Carolina Barbecue Company
Welcome aboard new Sales Manager for the Cuyahoga Falls area -  Roberta Kleinman DeBarr.  www.oldcarolina.com

Callatis Spa
Callatis Spa is offering a room for rent for a LMT. Very professional and relaxing space. Call 330-208-2445 - Maria Suciu.  www.callatisspa.com; www.nikken.com/callatisspa   Callatis Spa is offering now self-tanners applications! 20% off for month of May. Call for appointments! 330-208-2445.

Cuyahoga Falls Patch
The Cuyahoga Falls Patch has a very comprehensive, free online directory available.  They are in the process of reaching out to business owners and managers to explain what a useful tool it can be for your business. These business profiles are especially helpful to small businesses that do not have a strong online presence.   Click on this link to watch a 1 minute video and learn more about this free service that the Patch offers.  For every listing claimed now through Memorial Day, Patch will give $5 in free advertising to your Chamber of Commerce!  Please direct any questions to Patch representative Brandon Tidd at Brandon.Tidd@patch.com  or by phone at 330-523-6543.  Thanks for helping the Chamber and growing your online presence with Patch!

Kitec Computers
Office Space available.  Ideal for dentists, doctors or other professionals.  (Previous tenant was a dentist.)  1500 sq. ft. 3 months free rent and Granite countertops*. Convenient to Rte 8, across from Swenson’s, next to Kitec Computer.   Call Fred at 330-285-6282 or email fred@crowngraniteandmarble.com

Stacia Smilek – Cookie Lee Jewelry
Ladies Night- Tuesday, May 15th from 6:30-9:30 at The Sheraton Cuyahoga Falls in The Library Room. Please stop by and join us for a night of shopping and relaxation. We will have a large display of Cookie Lee Jewelry and Thirty One Gifts on display for purchase tons of prizes and giveaways, food, and more! Come have a glass of wine, bring a friend or two, and enjoy a night of relaxation and shopping! For more info or to RSVP visit https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cookie-Lee-Jewelry-Stacia-Smilek/354830571218006 or email stacia.smilek@gmail.com

Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home
Is pleased to announce Kristen Carbary has joined their staff as director of Advanced Funeral Planning. A licensed funeral director and embalmer, Kristen will guide families through the funeral planning process, assist those who wish to pre-plan funeral arrangements, and provide grief support services.  Kristen holds a bachelor of mortuary science degree from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and is a member of the Ohio Funeral Directors Association Mortuary Response Team. She previously served as an apprentice funeral director/embalmer at Groff Funeral Home in Sandusky, Ohio. Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home has been serving Cuyahoga Falls and neighboring communities for more than 100 years. It is family owned and operated by Kenneth and Marlene Shoemaker, following in the footsteps of Marlene’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Clifford. Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home offers a complete array of funeral home services – from pre-need planning and funeral arrangements to post-service follow-up and grief support.   http://cliffordshoemaker.com/

Business Identity Factory
We’ve got some exciting new things happening that will allow us to help businesses grow. We’ve got a new video marketing service and some cool brand management tools.  In preparing for the extended services we’ll be offering, I’m bringing on some interns. I want to train them from the ground up in website best practices. I need to get them as much real life experience in as short of a time as possible. So, I’ve decided to ask for your help to break in my interns.  As the Web Development Partner of the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce, we normally offer a 5 page website for $600. For a limited time, I’m offering that same package for $300. I had the interns build a site detailing the offering at BreakInMyInterns.com If you know of anybody who either doesn’t have a website or has a horrible website, this would be a win-win situation: They get a great starter 5 page functional and expandable website and the interns get real life experience while being supervised and instructed in best practices. Feel free to point anybody to BreakInMyInterns.com. The sites will be built on the industry standard WordPress engine (73 million websites and counting). Order quickly, as we’ll only be having this group of interns build 12 sites.

Electronic Merchant Systems
Do you know how your customers are finding your business? The days of phone books are long gone, the vast majority of customers use the internet to search for businesses and if your business isn’t online, you’re missing out. Allow us to help. Everything from simple sites to large online shopping carts, EMS has a solution perfect for your business. Interested?  http://land.emscorporate.com/CuyahogaFalls/  Contact: Adrien Coluccio today to learn more: 216.287.0081

BJ’s Wholesale Club
Are you a 501C3?  Are you audited yearly?  Do you support hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, healthcare, or education? I’d like to invite you to visit www.bjs.com/charity  to view our funding requirements and determine if you might be eligible (based on mission, program services, clients served, annual audit, etc.). We will host this class in the area about our foundation and how to apply. Upon review of the BJ’s Charitable Foundation website you will note that the board of directors for the BJCF now does require that all grant applicants must provide their organization’s 990 form, budget and audit financial statements. Akron/Canton Area – Date: May 22, 2012 – Time:  1:30 am – 3:00 pm – Location: Akron/Canton Food Bank – 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, Oh 44307 –  Cleveland Area – Date: MAY 23, 2012 – Time:  10:00 am – 11:30 am – Location: Cleveland Food Bank – 15500 South Waterloo Road, Cleveland, OH 44110 – If your organization does not have all of these three items, would not suggest you not attend the information session.   However, contact me and I’ll be happy to see if we can help on a local level. Space is limited!!!! If you are interested. RSVP to MRICE@BJS.COM

Summa Western Reserve Hospital
Welcomes New Director of Critical Care Services – Peggy McDonald, RN, BSN, MSN as the hospitals new Director of Critical Care Services.  McDonald will be responsible for the Summa Western Reserve Hospital Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Preparedness and Emergency Medical Services.  She has served within hospitals in the Cleveland area and has been successful in leadership roles for critical care services and nursing operations. McDonald has also served in integral roles regarding construction projects and the education and implementation of computerized physician order entry and documentation.  Summa Western Reserve Hospital is the Northeast Ohio region’s first physician-owned, for-profit, full service hospital. With a commitment to patient satisfaction and improved healthcare delivery, Summa Western Reserve Hospital offers general and acute care services, including a 24/7 emergency department. Summa Western Reserve Hospital is also a teaching facility and sponsors graduate medical education teaching programs in osteopathic medicine. The hospital is a majority physician-owned joint venture between Western Reserve Hospital Partners (which represents a collaboration of more than 200 physicians, including primary care physicians, surgeons and specialists) and Summa Health System.  http://www.westernreservehospital.org/

Ohio Chamber of Commerce – Chamber Action Alliance
The 2012 Chamber Day at the Capital is fast approaching! We are very excited for this year’s events. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to hear from experts on a number of current topics as well as interact with the Ohio Chamber’s Governmental Affairs team. The day starts at 1:00PM on Tuesday, May 15 at the Southern Theatre, in downtown Columbus.  Local Chambers of Commerce members will receive deeply discounted registration rates, so this is an excellent opportunity to engage your most active members in a rewarding advocacy experience. Contact vschneider@ohiochamber.com for questions about registration. Be sure to register early because space is limited! We are also very excited for the Annual Meeting keynote speaker, Chesapeake Energy Founder, Chairman of the Board, and CEO Aubrey McClendon! At the conclusion of the day, the Entrepreneur of the Year Award will be announced! For information on the Annual Meeting, click here.
City of Cuyahoga Falls
Announces 2012 E-Recycle Collection. Citizens, businesses and organizations are encouraged to safely and securely recycle old electronics at the 2012 City of Cuyahoga Falls E-Recycle Collection program planned for Friday, May 11^th from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday, May 12^th from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM at the City of Cuyahoga Falls Service Complex located at 2560 Bailey Road.  Participants are asked to enter the Bailey Road City Service Complex parking lot via Gaylord Grove Drive. Most types of electronics including old cell phones, computers/computer towers, copiers/printers, cameras, game systems, flat-screen CRTs and flat-screen TVs, video equipment, DVD/CD players, old radios, clocks, appliances not containing Freon, electronic accessories such as speakers and much more will be accepted for recycling at no charge. Documentation for proof of data destruction will be provided upon request.  There is a recycle fee due at the time of drop-off for non-flat screen computer monitors and non-flat screen television sets.  Payable by cash or check to Cell Phones for Cancer, LLC, the recycle fee for non-flat screen computer monitors and non-flat screen televisions under 25 inches will be $10; for non-flat screen computer monitors and non-flat screen televisions 25 inches and larger, there will be a recycle fee of $30.  Wooden console televisions will also be accepted with a recycle fee of $50 payable to Cell Phones for Cancer, LLC. There is no residency requirement for participation in the 2012 E-Recycle Collection program. For a list of acceptable electronics and accessories, please visit the City of Cuyahoga Falls Web site at www.cityofcf.com or pick up a list at the City Utility Billing Office in City Hall.  For more information, please call 330.971.8201 or email mcclearyrm@cityofcf.com

City of Cuyahoga Falls  - PUCA
2012 Great American River Day Cleanup & Bicentennial Beautification Project
The City of Cuyahoga Falls invites groups and individuals to participate in the community’s 2012 Great American River Day Cleanup & Bicentennial Beautification Project planned for Saturday, May 19th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  Volunteers will be cleaning up litter along the Cuyahoga River and throughout the community, planting flowers at designated park shelters and entry areas, and pulling invasive garlic mustard plants in public park areas.  Volunteers who would like to help with litter cleanup are encouraged to pre-select public grounds areas of the community and/or accessible public grounds areas along the river that are in need of cleanup. Cleanup supplies, planting materials, refreshments and lunch will be provided for project volunteers.  Volunteers are welcome to help for any length of time and may help with various project activities. (Citizens who cannot participate on River Day may plan a cleanup activity of a community public grounds area of their choosing on a different date.) River Day volunteers should register by Wednesday, May 16^th by emailing mcclearyrm@cityofcf.com or by calling 330-971-8201. Volunteers are also encouraged to dress for the weather and to wear protective clothing. Participants in the 2012 Great American River Day Cleanup & Bicentennial Beautification Project will meet at the Shady Bend Shelter in Water Works Park, 2025 Munroe Falls Avenue, at 10:00 AM.

Simplex-IT
Invites You to Our Next Free Lunchinar: “Why is My Computer So @#*n SLOW??? In today’s fast-paced, instant gratification world our personal frustrations are frequently fueled by our computers as they inexplicably slow to a crawl, usually at the most inopportune times. Why, why, WHY? “Why can’t my computer just work?” we hear people say all the time!! At this month’s free Lunchinar, Simplex-IT will attempt to provide some answers to this oft-repeated question. Troubleshooting tools and procedures will be discussed and we’ll look at the possible hardware and software issues that can degrade performance (including network and internet connections!). We’ll help you become a digital Sherlock Holmes, successfully unraveling the mysteries that are slowing your computer processes. From business owners to individual users, there will be something for everybody in this highly informative and entertaining presentation. Simplex-IT’s monthly Lunchinars are free, open to the public, and focused on sharing information, not dog and pony sales pitches. Where: Hattie’s Café, 164 N. Main Street, Hudson. When: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 11:30am-1:00pm As a bonus, we will be awarding door prizes of Windows 7 and Office 2010 to two lucky attendees. Free food AND free software – how awesome is that! We remind you, though, seating is limited. To reserve yours, email John@Simplex-IT.com or call 234.380.1277. Come join the fun!

CareWorks/ Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation
BWC’s Destination Excellence & Alternative Rating Program ChangesThe Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has approved a number of changes to its alternative rating programs.  These changes are designed to encourage meaningful behaviors by employers.  Specific areas of focus are injury prevention, loss control and return-to-work efforts. Taken together, the significance of these changes is that the maximum allowable discount through traditional group experience rating has increased to 53% for the 2012 policy year from its prior 51% ceiling.   BWC has branded these changes and new programs, Destination Excellence.  Below is a summary of the changes made to various existing programs as well as new initiatives created to improve loss control and employer behavior.Taken together as a package, an employer could effectively reduce their workers’ compensation rates by 59%.  For example, an employer with individual premium of $1,000 in a maximum 53% discount group rating program would see their premium reduced to $470.  The Go Green and Lapse Free administrative discounts would reduce their premium even further to $461.  If this same employer participated in their local Safety Council, the Advanced level of the Drug Free Safety Program and implemented industry-specific safety strategies, they could see their premium reduced to $407.   For more information on how you can take advantage of these new programs, please call your CareWorks Consultants’ Program Manager toll-free, at (800) 837-3200.

FAQ’s

Who will email the information out to the Chamber Members?

• The Chamber will email out the announcements once a month.

When will the email go out?

• The email will be sent out the first week of the month.

What can I submit for Chamber Member Business Announcements?

• The announcement information that you submit to the Chamber will only be accepted via email only and must be strictly related to your Chamber Member business in which you are a paid Member of the Chamber of Commerce.  The “Business News Announcements” must be related to: a new service your business is offering, a special “Members Only” discount and offer, office furniture for sale, hiring a new employee for your business, new business ribbon cutting, business anniversary invitation, business open house announcement, new business address, office space for rent, celebrating a business anniversary, etc.

How much space can I have for a Chamber Member Business Announcement?

• 200 words or fewer of text only and one listing per Chamber Member business per month. The Chamber reserves the right to edit all submissions and use fewer or more words submitted.

What is the deadline to submit information?

• The deadline to submit a Chamber Member Business Announcement is the 25th of the month by 12 noon and it will run in the next month’s email. Anything submitted after that date will run in the following month’s e-blast.

HOW TO SUBMIT:

Email your information in the actual email you send back to us OR attach your information in a MS WORD Document only. Phone, fax, ads, PDF or JPG submissions will not be accepted.

EMAIL here:   info@cfchamber.com

Contact Name_______________________________Title________________

Chamber Member Business Name____________________________Date___________

My Chamber Member Business Announcement of 200 words or less:

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

• All emailed submissions for the Chamber Member Business Announcements are subject to approval and may be edited.
• Chamber Dues must be current to submit.
• The Chamber is not liable for any misprints, typos or incorrect information submitted.
• If there are no submissions for the month an email will not be sent.

Congratulations to The Orin Group located at 111 Stow Ave. in Cuyahoga Falls!

We wish you all the best in your new location.

Ron Krusinski, Business Development and John Krusinski, President/CEO

Laura Petrella, Chamber CEO and Mayor Don Robart

The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce business leaders will be participating in the Saturday August 11, 2012 City of Cuyahoga Falls Bicentennial Parade with a “business themed float/truck.”

The Chamber committee is looking for Chamber Member business  float sponsors, Chamber Member parade walkers/riders, decorators and clean up crew.

 Contact for Chamber Parade Float (only)
Matt Weiss, Right Brain Design Group – 2012 Chamber Chair for Parade Float

2012 Chamber Bicentennial
Sponsors – Volunteers – CLICK HERE
SponsorshipFlyer 2012 Bicentennial Parade 

Thank you Cuyahoga Falls
Chamber of Commerce Member
SPONSORS:
American Mortgage Service Co. – Russ Iona
Coffee News – Julie McClain
It’s a Breeze Travel – Jennifer Kirsch
Motortech – Larry Walters
Ohio Savings Bank – Keith Viers
PNC Bank – Jake Ricker
Probe Technologies, LTD – Jim Pecchio
Valley Savings Bank – Aaron Barnhart
Wild Birds Unlimited – Chris Stanahan
 …only 1 spot left!
 

City of Cuyahoga Falls Bicentennial INFO/CONTACT  - click here.

https://cfo.cityofcf.com/web/bicentennial

Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce 
Chamber Member Business News EBLASTS
are a FREE and EASY way Chamber Members (only) can promote a business related news item to fellow Members.  These announcements will be posted on the Chamber website, Chamber Facebook Page, Twitter and LinkedIn.

They will also be emailed to the Chamber Membership and Area Business Leaders.
GREAT EXPOSURE FOR YOUR BUSINESS!   IT’S EASY and FREE!

APRIL 2012  - MEMBER NEWS

4Life

Need on-the-go energy support? Contact me for your COMPLIMENTARY SAMPLE of the “Energy Go Stix.” Energy Go Stix is formulated to help you power through your busy day, whether you’re at work, school, running a 5K, bicycling, or at the fitness center, giving you a boost of natural energy without the buzz and crash found in most store brands. eddratwa@aol.com. Helen Dratwa, Independent Distributor, 4Life.

Central Graphics Group

Visit our Blog! Central Graphics has a new blog! We will be sharing different projects, how to’s, what we know and like, and opinions on various subjects (relating to our industry & what is truly interesting about it). Visit the Link below to view & follow our blog: www.centralgraphicsgroup.wordpress.com Why Blog? The great things about Blogs is that they can open up a whole communication on what we do and how fun and interesting it truly is, without being restricted to only 140 characters (although we do enjoy sharing on our Twitter accout, @CentralGraphic1). As well as get more feed back on certain articles and subjects that interest others. Subscribe. You can follow our blog via Email subscription located on the Right side of the page (some computers the subscription button is located at the bottom of the page). Have a WordPress blog yourself? You can subscribe to our blog through yours! Can’t wait to share with you and Please comment if you’d like, we’d love to hear your feedback on our feature articles, as well as answer any questions you may have.

The Orin Group LLC

The Orin Group has moved its headquarters to Cuyahoga Falls. Please join us as we cut the ribbon with the Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Don Robart on Friday, April 20 at 12 noon. We are a full service provider in the Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence Field. With a network of industry professionals and seven offices nationally, we can provide our customers with comprehensive reports and results in a timely manner. Our core products are Environmental Phase I Assessments, Property Condition Assessments, Zoning Reports and ALTA Surveying Reports. We are located at 111 Stow Avenue, Cuyahoga Falls. Contact Ron Krusinski, Business Development at ronk@theoringroup.com OR 1-800-272-2819 for more information. Visit us at www.theoringroup.com

Exam Solutions Plus

Is proud to announce the 1st annual AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED certification course offered exclusively to the members of the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce (and special invited guests of Exam Solutions Plus). Pick your day: April 9th @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm or April 10th 6:00pm – 9:00pm Cost: $35.00 per student. Place: Pregnancy Care. There is limited seating, registration will be first come, first serve.  330.573.8281 or dgunsolley@examsolutionsplus.com

Office Space Coworking

Office Space Coworking is expanding! We are about to open our third location in Canton, Ohio, and this facility joins the locations in Cuyahoga Falls and Akron that currently serve the business community. Please join us for our Canton facility open house on April 18, 2012, 4:00 pm. – 7:00 pm., at the Fulton Professional Building at 2223 Fulton Rd., Canton, Ohio, 44709. Sometimes working at home does not always give the professional image that you need. Where do you meet prospects? Where do you do training? Where do you find a conference room for presentations? Where do you receive your business email? Office Space Coworking is the answer for you! We have solutions to fit any budget and for as little as $150/month for 20 hours of utilization, you can have a full service office environment to meet all of your professional needs. Membership plans grant full access for all three locations at no extra cost, so if you are in sales, you will find this to be very convenient. We do not require a contract and bill on a month-to-month payment plan. For more information, visit www.OfficeSpaceCoworking.com

Rockin’on the River

Is only 2 months away beginning May 25th and you can now check out the new exciting schedule at www.rockinontheriver.com Here’s a sneak peek at just some of our new headliners: Dashboard Lights, The Ultimate MEAT LOAF Experience who will put on a rock opera like you’ve never seen! For you Parrotheads we bring you a nationally known band, The Boat Drunks who will entertain you with your favorite Jimmy Buffett tunes along with some of their original “trop-rock” tunes off of 3 of their own released albums! A special night brought to you by The Summit 91.3 with Red Wanting Blue. This band has received nationwide attention, selling out venues with their original music and this is the only time you can see them for FREE. And for a night you will rock till you drop, brought to you by Ripper Owns Tap House and The Summit, our special guest Tim “Ripper” Owens formerly of Judas Priest is gathering some of his “All-Star” Friends from national bands you know and love to jam on our stage! Openers are just as exciting with Cleveland’s Breakfast Club, Butch Armstrong Bearcat Band, the awesome reggae band Human Nature, Dolson, Panama, Red Sun Rising and many more!  Check out the entire schedule online! And if that’s not enough we have added a Street Fair this year where local artisans will display and sell their work along with street performers and more.   It’s going to be a Rockin’ good summer! Hope to see you there!

Simplex-IT

Simplex-IT Invites You to Our Next Free Lunchinar: A Sneak Peek at Windows 8!  Yes, there’s a new Microsoft Windows Operating System on the horizon and for the first time it will be made available in four versions. Of course, the one most of us will become familiar with is the desktop. For those still running the nearly decade-old Windows XP, this release should garner your serious attention. Other versions will include Windows 8 for the Server, the mobile phone and the tablet.  Emphasizing Simplex-IT’s leadership position in the local IT community, this will be our first public presentation on the new OS, which is slated for release later in 2012. There is so much that’s new and exciting (shhh, the Start button is gone!) we can’t wait to show it to you! Join us!! Simplex-IT’s monthly Lunchinars are free, open to the public, and focused on sharing information, not dog and pony sales pitches. Where: Hattie’s Café, 164 N. Main Street, Hudson When: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 from 11:30am-1:00pm As a bonus, we will be awarding door prizes of Windows 7 and Office 2010 to two lucky attendees. Free food AND free software – how awesome is that! We remind you, though, seating is limited. To reserve yours, email John@Simplex-IT.com or call 234.380.1277. Come join the fun!

Summa Western Reserve Hospital

Examines New Approaches to Treating Pain. The physicians of the Center for Pain Medicine at Summa Western Reserve Hospital continue to re-envision the treatment of chronic pain, and to promote awareness of and provide education about this vital initiative, the Center recently hosted a one-day conference for more than 100 healthcare professionals. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, nurses, pharmacists and students attended Chronic Pain Management: Improving the Patient’s Quality of Life, a special seminar led by Dr. Samer Narouze and aimed at elevating the use of less invasive, multidisciplinary pain treatment approaches. Summa Western Reserve is helping to pioneer this more comprehensive level of treatment to restore a patient’s quality of life at all points of care. Special emphasis was placed on approaching chronic pain as a ‘disease’ and not a ‘symptom’. Special guest presenter Orman Hall, Director of the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services also addressed the audience about resolving Ohio’s opiate and prescription drug epidemic and establishing addiction prevention, treatment and recovery measures throughout the state. About Summa Western Reserve Hospital: Summa Western Reserve Hospital is the Northeast Ohio region’s first physician-owned, for-profit, full service hospital. With a commitment to patient satisfaction and improved healthcare delivery, Summa Western Reserve Hospital offers general and acute care services, including a 24/7 emergency department. Summa Western Reserve Hospital is also a teaching facility and sponsors graduate medical education teaching programs in osteopathic medicine. The hospital is a majority physician-owned joint venture between Western Reserve Hospital Partners (which represents a collaboration of more than 200 physicians, including primary care physicians, surgeons and specialists) and Summa Health System. http://www.westernreservehospital.org/

Akron Institute of Herzing University

On March 5, 6 & 7 Rodney Sphon, Business student, and Campus President Dave LaRue were in Washington to participate in Hill Day. Hill Day is an annual event sponsored by the Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities (APSCU). It is an opportunity for students, employers, alumni and staff of member schools from across the country, to converge on Washington and meet with Senators and Representatives from all fifty states. During our visit Rodney and I, along with a student from the Toledo campus, two students from the Minneapolis campus, and one each from New Orleans and Omaha, walked Capitol Hill and met with our own local legislators, or their legislative aides. Rodney and I started our day by visiting Senator Herb Kohl, Wisconsin, along with University President Renee Herzing, Toledo student Shamika Jenkins and Omaha graduate, Melissa Langford. Next Rodney and I visited with Ohio Senator Rob Portman. While waiting to meet and speak with the Senator, President LaRue was able to meet and talk with Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic, Akron City Council member Marco Sommerville, and Summit County Executive Russ Pry, who were in Washington for an economic development conference. After lunch in the Longworth House Office Building cafeteria, visits were made to Representatives Tim Ryan, Betty Sutton and Bill Johnson’s offices. The purpose of the visits was to emphasize the importance of career focused education as part of the higher education community. We asked each office to visit our campuses and to look at legislation that is presented in a fair and equal treatment to all forms of higher education. We asked that only one sector not be singled out for consideration of programs available to students. We asked that all students be given the opportunity to participate in their higher education at the campus of their choice. This was the fourth visit of representatives from the Akron campus to visit Capitol Hill and speak with the offices of our legislators. www.herzing.edu/akron

Electronic Merchant Systems

Summer is fast approaching! Though with the weather we’ve been having, one could argue it’s already here. It’s time to do a little Spring cleaning and get your business in shape. What are your goals for this summer and how to plan to achieve them? Do these goals require additional funding? Will you need to take out a loan? Have you considered merchant funding? With BizFunds, securing extra funds couldn’t be easier. There’s no set payment schedule, set payment amounts or late fees! You simply pay it back with a percentage of your monthly processed credit card volume. Interested? Call Adrien Coluccio today to learn more: 216.287.0081 OR http://land.emscorporate.com/CuyahogaFalls/

Laurel Lake Retirement Community

Life Care or Long Term Care Insurance? Learn how the two compare at Laurel Lake’s Spring Open House, April 10 & 12. The Spring Open House at Laurel Lake Retirement Community will be held on Tuesday, April 10 and Thursday, April 12 at 2:00 PM, 200 Laurel Lake Drive in Hudson. Reservations are now being accepted at 1-866-650-2100. Guests will enjoy light refreshments and a special presentation: “Long Term Care Insurance or Life Care: Which Works Better for Me?” Learn from the experts about the important differences between Life Care and Long Term Care Insurance coverage, and how they fit into your retirement planning. Find out what Medicare will cover, and what it doesn’t. At this year’s Spring Open House, four beautifully designed Apartment and Villa Homes will showcase the easy, single-level lifestyle available at Laurel Lake. Guests will enjoy light refreshments followed by a tour. The event is complimentary, but space is limited. Reserve now by calling  1-866-650-2100. Laurel Lake Retirement Community is the smart choice for discerning adults who wish to continue leading active lives filled with a variety of interests, including work, volunteering, travel, fitness, cultural and lifelong learning pursuits. To learn more about this not-for-profit community offering multiple home styles within a scenic 150-acre campus in Hudson, call 1-866-650-2100 or visit www.laurellake.org .

Media 144 Security Solutions

We are proud to Offer Chamber Discounts on Analog and IP Portable CCTV Units. Packages Start at $1195.00. True H.264 Standard Video Compression. Embedded Linux System to give you the ultimate reliability. Dedicated database structure for stability. Cloud Archiving – Data can automatically be off loaded through the network to a central server. Compact size for In-Vehicle installation. Multi Storage Support – 2.5” Removable HDD, SD Card and USB. Built-in GPS for E-Map Application. 500GB 2.5” Removable Hard Drive. 12v Operation. The new Smartvue now offers wireless IP Cameras great for taking to different tracks. 4 Wireless Camera Kits Start $4699.00. Features Include: Remote Viewing on Droid, Iphone, Ipad or any PC or smart devices. Packages can be set up as self contained with Data packages, routers and remote conection software. Indoor/ Outdoor cameras, Day/Night viewing, Customized portable mounts. Additional Information: One of ther Speco units is currently being used by NASCAR in their registration trailer. Analog units come in 2,4,10 Channels with audio. IP Versions can operate mobile up to 20 cameras DATA Packages can also be sold with most equipment. (monthly Data shared plans start at $7.00/month). Please call to for more information – Randy Grose 330-971-1440  www.media144.com

Gardens of Western Reserve

The Gardens of Western Reserve Assisted Living Residence will be holding their First Annual, “Battle of the Chilies” on, Friday, April 20, 2012, from 5:30-8:30 pm, at 45 Chart Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, Oh. A $10.00 donation will include chili samples, corn bread and pop. An additional $5.00 donation will include unlimited beer and wine. There will be Live Entertainment, a 50/50 raffle and prizes awarded for the best chili. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.

Ohio Chamber of Commerce

Moody’s Revises Ohio’s Outlook – Positive Sign for Ohio’s Future.  There is very positive economic news to share with the Ohio Chamber of Commerce members — Moody’s Investors Service positively revised Ohio’s outlook from negative to stable and affirms a credit rating of Aa1 on General Obligation Bonds (GO). According to Moody’s the improved rating “reflects a record of strong financial management proven through generally proactive responses to budget shortfall, recent revenue growth and improved financial position, and the expectation that excess revenues will continue to be used to rebuild reserves in the near term.” Moody’s also recognized our diverse centers of commerce, by stating “the stable outlook also reflects the expectation that Ohio’s economy and demographics will continue to stabilize given recent growth in manufacturing, health care and energy exploration.”  Ohio has a strong reputation for overcoming obstacles presented during economic downturns and today’s announcement reaffirms that. We all know that there are still challenges ahead, but I hope that you will help me spread this positive news. By working together and investing in our state we will make Ohio great – again! The full release by Moody’s can be found on their website. website.

FAQ’s

Who will email the information out to the Chamber Members?  

• The Chamber will email out the announcements once a month.

When will the email go out?

• The email will be sent out the first week of the month.

What can I submit for Chamber Member Business Announcements?

• The announcement information that you submit to the Chamber will only be accepted via email only and must be strictly related to your Chamber Member business in which you are a paid Member of the Chamber of Commerce.  The “Business News Announcements” must be related to: a new service your business is offering, a special “Members Only” discount and offer, office furniture for sale, hiring a new employee for your business, new business ribbon cutting, business anniversary invitation, business open house announcement, new business address, office space for rent, celebrating a business anniversary, etc.

How much space can I have for a Chamber Member Business Announcement?

• 200 words or fewer of text only and one listing per Chamber Member business per month. The Chamber reserves the right to edit all submissions and use fewer or more words submitted.

What is the deadline to submit information?

• The deadline to submit a Chamber Member Business Announcement is the 25th of the month by 12 noon and it will run in the next month’s email. Anything submitted after that date will run in the following month’s e-blast.

HOW TO SUBMIT:

• Email your information in the actual email you send back to us OR attach your information in a MS WORD Document only.
• Phone, fax, ads, PDF or JPG submissions will not be accepted.
• EMAIL here:   info@cfchamber.com

Contact Name_______________________________Title________________

Chamber Member Business Name____________________________Date___________

My Chamber Member Business Announcement of 200 words or less:

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• All emailed submissions for the Chamber Member Business Announcements are subject to approval and may be edited.
• Chamber Dues must be current to submit.
• The Chamber is not liable for any misprints, typos or incorrect information submitted.
• If there are no submissions for the month an email will not be sent.