Spring 2017 Twinsburg Chamber Newsletter!

The latest news and updates from The Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce!

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The Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the interests of its members, strengthen the local economy and advance educational, tourism and community development programs that contribute to making the Greater Twinsburg area a better place to work, visit and live.

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9044 Church Street
Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
Phone: (330) 963-6249
Fax: (330) 963-6995
www.twinsburgchamber.com

Bicentennial Book Available March 24!
*Must present voucher
Limit 1 per household

Celebrating 200 Years!
The history and heritage of our three communities -Twinsburg, Twinsburg Township, and Reminderville- are connected on a level that makes their separation all but impossible. Visit www.twinburg200.com to learn more about our communities celebration!

Proud Partners of COSE

Proud Partners of NOACC
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NOACC here!

2017 Twinsburg Area Magazine & Community Guide

Copies Now available at the Chamber!

2017 Events Calendar
*download 2017 calendar here!

3/3/2017
"Twinsburg Academy" Twinsburg City School District Information Breakfast
Twinsburg High School, Media Room

3/3/2017
Twinsburg, Cuyahoga Falls, Kent, Streetsboro, Fairlawn, Tallmadge, Hudson and Stow Area Chambers of Commerce for "First Friday Networking ON THE GO"!
Great Lakes Honda, Akron

3/15/2017
T.W.I.N. (Twinsburg Women In Networking) March Monthly Meeting
Visual Marking Systems, Twinsburg

4/7/2017
Twinsburg, Cuyahoga Falls, Kent, Streetsboro, Fairlawn, Tallmadge, Hudson and Stow Area Chambers of Commerce for "First Friday Networking ON THE GO"!
Great Lakes Honda, Akron

4/18/2017
Multi-Chamber Networking After Hours Event—18 Chambers!
The NEW Center, Rootstown, OH
*Member only event

4/19/2017
T.W.I.N. (Twinsburg Women In Networking) April Monthly Meeting
Dr. Gen Orthodontics, Twinsburg

4/25/2017 - Save the Date
3Chamber April Luncheon (Twinsburg, Solon, Aurora)
MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy & Growth Network
Signature of Solon

Chamber News

Member Exclusive Benefit! Save Now with the Twinsburg Chambers NEW PartnerSHIP with FedEx!When you enroll in the NOACC Chamber Shipping Program, a FREE Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce member benefit, you save up to 27% on select FedEx services! Click here to learn more!

Thank you to everyone who attended our New Member Breakfast! A special thank you to Maplewood at Twinsburg for hosting us at you beautiful new location in Twinsburg!

President's Message

Our Chamber is served by volunteer business people who freely give their time, skills and knowledge to support the business community. The Chamber Board of Directors offers a firm base of experience and commercial success across a broad range of sectors. Members benefit from the advice and guidance of specialists with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities for local businesses.

To start the year off, the board of the Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce held its first retreat to review and plan for 2017 and to set the platform for the strategic plan process in 2018. The board reviewed several areas of the Chamber’s existence, purpose and goals for 2017. Our agenda included an opportunity for new and standing board members to get to know each other away from the boardroom, which provided a relaxed atmosphere to get the business at hand done.

We are happy to report that we currently have approximately 265 active members, which represents nearly half of all of the businesses in the Twinsburg area. Membership revenue increased by 23% over 2016.

Some of the topics of discussion included our partnership with the Twinsburg City Schools in the development of its new initiative, Twinsburg Academy, officially launching in the fall of 2017. We are very pleased and excited to be a part of this wonderful opportunity to provide alternative career pathways for students in the district.

Through the efforts of the Scholarship Committee, plans for a reverse raffle to debut in 2018 is in its early planning stages. This will be a new event and a great addition to the funds we raise during our luncheons and other special events.

All in all, the retreat proved to be an invaluable opportunity to take a closer look at how the board operates and conducts itself. Time was spent reviewing communication efforts taken through social media, what events have worked well, and how the board can continue to serve the membership.

The Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors prides itself on the active role it plays. It understands that the continued success of the Chamber relies on a board that is committed to growth and new ideas.

Sincerely,

Allison J. Chance
2017 Board President

2017 Executive Board

Allison Chance - President
Judy Caine - 1st Vice President
Michelle Willmott - 2nd Vice President
Andrew Schunk - Secretary
Jim Sukys - Treasurer

2017 Board of Directors

Rebecca Clark - Director
Angelo V. Carcioppolo - Director
Jack Friend - Director
Dr. Lori Posk - Director
Cathy Poznik- Director
Robert Strachan - Director
Scott Tincher - Director

Chamber Staff

Abby Fechter - Executive Director

Paula Gutowski - Executive Assistant

2017 Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors - Front row left: Jim Sukys (Treasurer), Habitat for Humanity of Summit County; Allison Chance (President), Twinsburg Public Library; Judy Caine (1st Vice President), Prosperity N.E.O.; Abby Fechter, Twinsburg Chamber Executive Director; Andrew Schunk (Secretary), Record Publishing Co. / Twinsburg Bulletin; (back right): Cathy Poznik, Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation; Scott Tincher, Cardinal Health at Home; Michelle Willmott (2nd Vice President), Visual Marking Systems (VMS); Rebecca Clark, Maplewood at Twinsburg; Jack Friend, Goodwill Industries of Akron; Dr. Lori Posk, Cleveland Clinic Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center; Robert Strachan, Strachan Novak Insurance; Angelo V. Carcioppolo, Western and Southern Life; Paula Gutowski, Twinsburg Chamber Executive Assistant.

Success Plus Member!

Welcome New Members!
(January 2017- Present)

*A and B Roofing and Construction, Twinsburg. (330) 405-9055

*Healing Waters, Solon. (440) 346-260

*ICM Distributing Company, Twinsburg. (234) 234-212-3030

*Keller Williams - Scott Marscheider, Parma. (216) 212-2842

*Streamline Technology Group, LLC, Twinsburg. (330) 558-1097

*Summit County Executive, Akron. (330) 643-7769

*The UPS Store, Twinsburg. (330) 963-7557

*Valley Christian Academy, Aurora. (330) 562-8191

*denotes donated to our
Twinsburg Chamber Scholarship Program

Thank you for joining the Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce! We look forward to serving your business and the community in 2016!

Welcome Back
Renewing Members!

(December 2016 - Present)

*denotes donated to our
Twinsburg Chamber Scholarship Program

216Digital, Inc.
*All Real Estate Solutions, LLC
Anthony's Men's Salon
*BFG Federal Credit Union
*C.P. Electric Inc.
*Calteks, LLC
*Capital Wealth Management
Cedar Point
*Chapman & Chapman, Inc.
*CJI, Inc.
Compass Computer Group
Creative Gift Baskets
Crossfit Twinsburg
Crown Composite Tooling
*DARKO, Inc.
*Dr. Gen Orthodontics
*Edward Jones, Timothy Edgington
Express Employment Professionals
*Facil North America
Fasteners for Retail, Inc.
*Final Touch Construction & Remodeling
*Floral Innovations
*Gene Esser Civil Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
*Gleneagles Golf Course
*Goodwill Industries of Akron
*GO2 Advertising
Hydrosol System, Inc.
*Jade-Sterling Steel Co., Inc.
*Johnson-Romito Funeral Homes
*K & R Communications

Kent State University Libraries
*Lianda Corporation
*Lou Ritenour Decorators
*M & G Pools
Maplewood at Twinsburg
Master Pizza Twinsburg
NMS, Inc.
*Novasphere, Inc.
*Oliver Printing
*Pet Valu
*PNC Bank
*Prosperity N.E.O.
*R. Andrew Richner Company LPA
*Rotary Club of Twinsburg
Sam's Club
*Samuel Steel Pickling Company
*Saw Systems
Seniors Helping Seniors
*Suburban Physical Therapy
*Taylor Dental
*Teresa's Pizza
*The Atrium at Anna Maria
Twinsburg Education Association
*Twinsburg Eye Associates
Twinsburg Historical Society
*Twinsburg Public Library
Twinsburg Township
*U.S. Material Group
*Walthall CPAs
Wayside Workshop
*Western Reserve Hospital

Thank you for your continued support! We look forward to serving your business throughout 2017!

NOT A CHAMBER MEMBER YET?
Please visit our website for membership information and our online application
or call the Chamber today at 330-963-6249!

2017 NEO Business Show

Save the Date! Annual Twinsburg Chamber Golf Outing

Annual State of thr City Address with Mayor Ted Yates

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual State of the City Address with Mayor Ted Yates. Mayor Yates gave an informative presentation on the City’s accomplishments in 2016 as well as future plans for the City of Twinsburg. Thank you to our luncheon sponsors, Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Timothy J Edgington and COSE Council of Smaller Enterprises. Also, thank you to the Hilton Garden Inn Twinsburg for your excellent service and accommodations! Thank you to Mark Gutowski for capturing our event with your photography! View photo album here!

2017 Women's Expo Brings in Record Crowd!

Thank you to everyone who attended our 4th Annual 3Chamber Women’s Expo, “Explore the Possibilities!” Not only did we have a record year in selling out vendors, but this was also a record year for attendance! First and foremost, thank you to all of the volunteers and committee members who helped make this year’s event the best thus far! Without you, we could not make this event happen! Thank you to all of our sponsors (Twinsburg) Presenting Sponsor, Prosperity NEO and to our Expo Sponsors: Western Reserve Hospital, Optimal Spine and Wellness, Dr. Gen Orthodontics, Chiromax Chiropractic, Young Living Essential Oils, Kelly Budzowski, J Nicole Fashion & Design, and Cleveland Clinic Twinsburg medical campus!

Thank you to the Hilton Garden Inn Twinsburg for allowing us to host our event again this year at your beautiful hotel and for the amazing service your staff always provides us! Thank you to the Solon Chamber of Commerce and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, Ohio for co-hosting this event with us again this year! It’s always a pleasure to work with your neighboring Chambers! Last but not least, thank you to the Twinsburg community and surrounding communities who came out and supported this event! We look forward to bringing back the show in 2018! Thank you to our photographers, Mark Gutowski and John HepKey for helping us capture the night! View photo album here!

First Friday Networking on the GO!

Join Twinsburg, Cuyahoga Falls, Kent, Streetsboro, Tallmadge, Hudson, Fairlawn and Stow Area Chambers of Commerce

"First Friday Networking
ON THE GO"!

8 CHAMBERS!

THE place to be the first Friday each month!

A professional business leaders networking reception before work the first Friday of every month. Bring business cards and your 30 second business commercial. View 2017 dates here!

First Friday of every month!
8:00am - 9:00am
Great Lakes Honda
43 Pruitt Blvd
Akron, OH 44310

FREE! Register Here!
*Non-member guests may attend 2x before joining

Promote & Save Money with Member Premium Programs

The Aurora, Beachwood, Chagrin Valley, Hudson, Solon and Twinsburg Chambers of Commerce are excited to announce the partnership with Western Reserve Safety Council

The Aurora, Beachwood, Chagrin Valley, Hudson, Solon and Twinsburg Chambers of Commerce are excited to announce the creation of the Western Reserve Safety Council (WRSC). The Chambers of Commerce will partner on this new chamber program in conjunction with the Ohio Bureau of Workers ‘Compensation. The WRSC will be the 80th Safety Council in the State of Ohio. Click here for more information!

Members in the News

Huntington Bank recognized as one of the best nation's best for middle-market and small businesses. Read article here!

Twinsburg School District rolls out "Twinsburg Academy" an intro into career fields for 2017-18 school year. Read story here!

New Resident Packets

The Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce needs your help! The Chamber will be supplying new resident's with "welcome bags" to people and families moving into the Twinsburg area through our Chamber Member Realtors!

The goal is to welcome them with information, points of interest, local service offerings, and entertainment spots for the surrounding area. If any business would like to participate with marketing materials or potentially coupons, please contact the Twinsburg Chamber at 330-963-6249 or email Abby Fechter at aschroll@twinsburgchamber.com for more details!

Are you or someone you know looking for a job? Are you an employer who is looking to hire? Look no further! Visit the Twinsburg Chamber's Job Board for updated full-time, part-time and internship opportunities!

If you are a member of the Twinsburg Chamber and your company is hiring, log-in to your Chamber account and follow the steps and we will post your listing for free! We are always accepting items to add in!

Member Events Calendar

Do you have an event you would like to share? Log into your Chamber account and post it on our website at www.twinsburgchamber.com under "Member Events"! And the best part.....it's FREE!

Click here to see current member events!

Messy: The Power of Disorder to Transform Our Lives by Tim Harford

Tim Harford’s late 2016 release discusses how being messy can surprisingly benefit our personal and professional lives. He provides a unique perspective on how our inclinations to be neat and tidy can limit our creativity, responsiveness, and resilience. In his introduction, he asserts that messiness is not the answer to all of life’s problems, but that it has “too few defenders” and there can sometimes be a “certain magic in the mess”. He frames this argument in multiple contexts but focuses particularly on its relevance to our careers.

He introduces us to the exact and minimalist aesthetic of Steve Jobs and the use of the “5s Management System (sort, straighten, shine, standardize, and sustain) as prime examples of how disorder is universally discouraged in the workforce. However, he presents examples where sheer tidiness can feel oppressive and reduce our productivity. In one study, when participants disliked their space they also disliked their coworkers, their employers, and the work they were doing. Conversely, participants accomplished much more when they were able to rearrange the decorations provided to them and control the space they were in.

This example just scratches the surface of his study. However, an over-arching theme from Messy is we should be able to work in a way that best suits us. Whether you compulsively align your pens and notebook at a meeting or scatter papers in an attempt to make sense of a project, you should be encouraged to work in a way that will boost your productivity and make you feel inspired.

As professionals, we always seek ways to build our skills and improve ourselves. However, it is refreshing to gain insight into how our supposed weaknesses like messiness can be used to our advantage. If you are seeking to embrace and thrive in the disorder of any aspect of your life, this is the perfect book for you.

Even with all the Health Care Reform Changes you can still get a discount through your Chamber.

As a Chamber Member with 2-50 employees, you can get a discount on any health plan from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield — including industry-leading HSAs, HRAs and HIAs.*

Despite the ongoing changes and confusion surrounding health care reform, your chamber continues to offer employer insurance options with a 1.4% discount exclusively for chamber members!

Call your insurance broker, your chamber or NOACC at 1-866-466-4622 or go to www.noacc.org/ for more information. To request a free quote go to www.chambersaver.com/noacc.

*Discount only applies to Chamber members who do not already have Anthem insurance.

Click here for more details NOACC Chamber Anthem Flyer 2014 Pg 1; Page 2

This information is brought to you through collaboration between your chamber, NOACC and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is the trade name of Community Insurance Company. An independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. ® Anthem is a registered trademark. The Blue Cross and Blue Shield names and symbols are the registered marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
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Reduce Your Energy Usage and Your Operating Expenses
COSE has teamed with FirstEnergy’s Ohio Utilities to provide member businesses with an exclusive energy savings opportunity. The first step is a comprehensive assessment of how your facility uses power; gas, electric, even steam. The best part? There’s no out of pocket expense! Read what Craig Wallace, CEO of PACE Engineering, Inc., learned from his energy audit with the COSE Energy Advisors.

"Every firm looks to lower their operating costs. Pace Engineering took advantage of the energy audit that COSE offered. Energy accounts for 4% of our costs from process gas and electricity used in our manufacturing to general uses heat and lighting. Most people view energy costs as fixed. The energy audit identified a number of projects that when implemented will reduce our energy costs more than 9%. We were surprised because five years ago, we spent more than $250,000 on energy efficiency projects. From the COSE audit, we learned where our energy is consumed and have uncovered even more savings than were identified in the audit." - Craig Wallace, CEO PACE Engineering, Inc.

Interested in saving money through the Chamber's Worker's Compensation Discount Savings Program?

To request a free, no obligation analysis of your best savings options please take a moment and contact CareWorks Consultants Program Manager, Bob Nicoll at (800) 837-3200 ext. 8595 or email at robert.nicoll@careworkscomp.com

Group-Rating Safety Accountability Letter 2016-2017

BWC’s FY-CY17 Guidelines for Group-Rating Training

*IMPORTANT UPCOMING DEADLINES:

March 3, 2017 - next premium installment due date, if you kept to the bi-monthly payment plan.
March 31, 2017 –
- deadline to complete the annual report for the Drug Free Safety Program.
- last day you can request a change in estimated annual payroll exposure for the 2016 policy year.
- last day to request a change to your premium installment schedule for the 2016 policy year.
- deadline to complete the One Claim Program education requirement.
- last day to complete the EM Cap program requirements.

2017 Ohio Safety Congress & Expo: The showcase for the BWC’s Division of Safety & Hygiene, the Ohio Safety Congress & Expo, will be taking place from March 8-10 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. You can register now to attend lectures, panel discussions, workshops, and live demonstrations. There are literally dozens of options! To sign up, please visit https://bwc.expoplanner.com/content/osc17/home/.

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