New In today's newsletter:
New Meet founding Chamber member Martin Lax at our 50th Celebration
New Updated information regarding the "Blast from the Past" 50th Anniversary Celebration
New Speaker bios for the "Pump up the Volume" June Luncheon
New Northern Ohio Area Chambers of Commerce and Anthem Deepen Premium Discounts
New Need info on mandatory paid sick leave policy? Attend meeting May 16th at Corporate College.
| Meet Martin H. Lax founding member at our May 21st Celebration |
New Meet "Mr. Highlander" Martin Lax at our Blast from the Past 50th Anniversary Celebration (see article below). A special guest of this event, Marty Lax was a founding member of the Warrensville Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Dedication Committee when Warrensville Heights officially became a city on September 30, 1960. He was also active as a member of the F.O.P. A. and the Police Athletic League. In the spring of 1956 he opened Marty's Turfside on Northfield Rd. and in 1964 the Highlander Motor Inn and restaurant hosting many of the Musicarnival stars. We look forward to meeting Mr. Lax!
| RSVP for our Annual Dinner and 50th Anniversary Celebration - A Blast From the Past!! |
All COOL CATS are invited to 50 and GROWING celebrating the Warrensville Heights Area Tri-City Chamber of Commerce on Wed. May 21st at 6 p.m. at the Marriott Cleveland East. The more the merrier, so bring a friend! New This is a strolling event, however, if you would like reserved seating and additional promotion for your company, consider reserving a table! For more information download the PDF. We are still taking donations for the Chinese Raffle at the dinner. Help us raise dollars while promoting your business. Please call Beth Brody at Party411.com (216-514-8411) for questions or to donate. We will pick up all donations. |
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| Save the Date for our June Luncheon - PUMP UP THE VOLUME: Getting the most from your marketing dollars |
Wednesday June 18 will be our monthly luncheon at the Winking Lizard on Miles Road. Speakers will be:
David Gilbert
President, Greater Cleveland Sports CommissionDavid Gilbert is President & CEO of the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, whose goal is to make Greater Cleveland the nation's foremost destination for amateur sporting events and activities. The organization is responsible for attracting, promoting and managing major amateur athletic events and to create sporting opportunities for youth and amateur athletes. Read more about David Gilbert.
Sherri Foxman
Founder and owner-Party411.comSherri Foxman is an author, humorist, internet entrepreneur, professional special event planner, columnist, talk show guest and THE Party Girl. She has been on the special event scene nationally and locally for more than 15 years. Currently, Sherri is the founder and chief creative officer of Party411.com a leading party and event planning website as well as an offline special events company. Read more about Sherri Foxman.
Pat Pell
Home Business Network Leader, COSE Council of Smaller EnterprisesPat Pell joined COSE in January 2008 as the Home Business Network Leader. Pat's mission is to provide unprecedented support tailored to home business owners through relevant educational programs, business resources and peer-to-peer networking opportunities. Read more about Pat Pell.
To see a complete list of upcoming events please refer to the chamber web site.
To inquire about sponsorship opportunities please email or phone (216) 454-0199.
| Get involved in our New Membership Campaign |
Spring is the season for growth! We, at the WHACC, would like to grow our membership and help you get exposure! We are launching a New Member Campaign during the month of May. As a part of the campaign strategy we would like to include a Welcome Basket of items donated by you, our current WHACC members. The value of the combined Welcome Basket items in and of itself should exceed the investment membership cost for businesses with 1-50 employees greatly encouraging membership application at no financial risk.
You can be a part of this exciting New Member campaign by donating functional materials/items to be placed in the "Welcome Basket" You can donate tangible items to be placed in the basket or coupons for free goods or services encouraging the new member to visit your place of business to collect the gift. Donating to the New Member campaign generates exposure for your business; affording you the opportunity to meet new Chamber business leaders, exchange ideas, or learn of business referrals.
Items you should consider including could be staple services, restaurant cards, food and snacks, bottled water or drinks, office supplies, printing or copying services, office furniture or equipment, employee gift items (no discount-off promotions please).
Sue Kithcart, Membership Committee, will spearhead the coordination and collection of purposeful donated items. Sue will be contacting all of our existing members eliciting donations. If you have items that you would like to donate, you can reach Sue at (330) 777.0081 or, email her at Sue@CornerStoneBenefitServices.com.
| Save the Date for Women Cookin' for the Arts! |
May 16, 17 & 18, 2008 Friday, Saturday & Sunday is Women Cookin' for the Arts and the Cleveland Fine Art Expo held at Cuyahoga Community College Eastern Campus. Ken Roberts, WHACC Board Member, will be one of the judges on Friday May 16th at 5:30 p.m. for Women Cookin' for the Arts.
Women Cookin' for the Arts is an annual fundraising event that features prominent women leaders from Northeast Ohio who love to cook for a worthy cause. Last year more than 30 women participated in this event. This year, Nikki Shaw, finalist from Season Three of The Food Network's "Next Food Network Star" will serve as our Celebrity Chef. Women Cookin' for the Arts serves as the preview party to Northeast Ohio's largest arts and cultural festival, the Cleveland Fine Art Expo. For more information download the PDF.
| Northern Ohio Area Chambers of Commerce and Anthem Deepen Premium Discounts |
New Anthem deepens premium discount for 2-50 employee employers and extends savings to larger companies (51-500 employees in size).
The passage of Ohio Senate Bill 5 enables Northern Ohio Area Chambers of Commerce and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to offer even greater discounts to employers seeking quality, affordable health care benefits through the Small Employer Health Care Alliance.
As a chamber member with a group between 2-50 employees, the company can save up to 4% on Anthem group health insurance through a combined premium discount and premium tax credit savings*.
For over 15 years, Northern Ohio Area Chambers of Commerce has offered a health insurance program to its members. And now, as a qualified alliance, NOACC can offer a small discount to groups over 50 employees (up to 500) as well.
If you would like to take advantage of the premium discount and learn how to structure a dependable benefits package that fits your needs, please contact your broker, or call Anthem at 877-452-8806 or visit www.chambersaver.com/noacc to request a free quote.
* Discount only applies to chamber members who do not already have Anthem insurance
| Need info on mandatory paid sick leave policy and how it can effect your business? |
New COSE is hosting a breakfast forum to explain the proposed legislation, its impact on your business, and our efforts to oppose it. To RSVP for this event, please contact Joe Bauer at (216)592-2317 or jbauer@cose.org. The event is scheduled for 7:30 am until 9:00 am on May 16th. Click here for more information.
| New Membership Directory |
A new membership directory is to be published this summer. Insure that your business information is correctly listed by taking a moment to update your profile:
- Visit our website http://www.tricitychamber.com
- Go to Business Profile Tools to update your address as well as any other company information you want to share with other Chamber members.
If you have forgotten your user ID and password-e-mail our administrator at admin@tricitychamber.com and we will e-mail you your information.
| Get Busy, Get Exposure: On a Chamber Committee or Task Force Project! |
Help us put on the best events possible and enjoy the opportunity to network and gain exposure for your business. The WHACC has immediate opportunities for the following committees and task forces.
- The Annual Meeting/50th Anniversary Committee
- The 2008 Business Expo Committee
- The Quarterly Print Newsletter
- Membership and Retention
- Luncheon Events
For more information please contact the chamber at (216) 454-0199 or email.
| In Case You Missed Our Last Event... Watch the Video! |
Max Your HR Assets: Effective Workers' Comp Plans (April 2008 Luncheon)
watch the video
Speakers: Karen Agnich, President, Advocare, Inc.; Joe Cannelongo, CEO, Vocare Services, Inc.; Tom Morley, President, The Lube Stop, Inc.
| Have You Renewed Your Membership Investment? |
Why renew? Exposure, Resources, Marketing, Savings, Networking.
Renew your investment via the chamber web site or call (216) 454-0199.
| Board of Directors |
| Dr. Belinda Miles Cuyahoga Community College 216.987.2004 |
Cal Hunter The Ink Well Printing 216.591.0000 |
Michael Rieke Gross & Gross, LLC 216.839.1111 |
| Velma Kelly Ashford Richmond Emery License Bureau 216.595.9270 |
Charles Izzo Infinity Construction, Inc. 216.663.3777 |
Ken Roberts KCRoberts and Associates 216.921.4131 |
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Kenric Hall Marriott Cleveland East 216.378.9191 |
Ken Liddell Alarm Core and Unified Systems, LLC 216.831.2896 |
Thomas Watson Pre-Paid Legal Services 216.378.0375 |
| Judy Haskins Chesterton Marketing, Inc. 216.514.9994 |
Charlie Meyers WRIS, Inc. 216.464.5048 |
William Young, Jr. South Pointe Hospital 216.491.6000 |
| Carl Harmon Fit for Life 216.896.0770 |
Chamber Staff
| Steve Petti, President New Image Media, Inc. 216.514.1835 |
Beth Brody, Administrator |
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