Logo
'Our Business is Helping Your Business'

NEWSLETTER - August 2010

In This Issue
Simplex-IT BBQ: You're Invited!
Our Lady's Gifts Book Signing
August Luncheon Preview
Need Your Business Brochures
Streetsboro Maps Are In
City of Streetsboro Calendar
Streetsboro City School Events
Golf Outing a Success!
Ron Maghes Insurance has Moved
Grand Opening: Hattie's Doggie Day Care
3rd Annual Paws for Golf
Have You Heard about Katie Bug's Kloset?
Women in Business Recap
Meet your 2010 Chamber Board Members
Executive Director
Meghan Urbon
 
President
Rick Shaffer
Shaffer Design Works
 
Immediate Past President
 
Bill Griffith 
 Griffith Consulting
 
1st Vice President
Steve Schwartz
 HoneyBaked Ham
 
2nd Vice President
David
 Christopher
 Integrity Home Evaluation Services, LLC
 
Treasurer
Natasha Squier 
Third Federal Savings
 
Bruce Felber
Felber & Felber Marketing 
 
Cheryl DeCavitch 
Home Savings & Loan
 
Amy Wright Action Auto Body
 
Cathy Lance United Way of Portage County
 
Kathy Hammond
 
Mark W. Boslett
Mark W. Boslett, Inc.
  
 
Ex-Officio
Chief Richard Taiclet Streetsboro Police Dept.
 
Linda T. Keller Superintendent Streetsboro City Schools
 

You're Invited! Simplex-IT BBQ

 
KCU new logo 
 
Simplex-IT is hosting their 3rd Annual Picnic on Wednesday, Aug. 18 from 4:00-8:00 PM at their office location of 5225 Darrow Road in Hudson. 

As a member of the Streetsboro Chamber of Commerce, they would like to extend an invitation to all  fellow members to join in a relaxed afternoon of hot dogs, burgers, beverages and casual networking. Last year over 70 people attended!

 
Please RSVP to John Harrow at 234.380.1277 or email at john@simplex-it.com. 


 
Our Lady's Gifts Book Signing!
 

book signing


What: Our Lady's Gifts in Streetsboro will host Fr. Jino Mwaka to sign copies of his new book of homilies and reflections "Your Word, O God, Challenges Us!" 
 

When: Wednesday, August 18th from 12:00-2:00. 

 

About: Fr. Jino has been in residence at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Aurora for the past few years, and recently completed doctoral work at Kent State University. He will be returning to his native Uganda soon. 

 

For more information about the book signing please call Our Lady's Gifts at 330-626-1980 (or visit our website www.ourladysgifts.com).

August Luncheon Preview
first merit

Topic: Marketing in the New Millenium
Learn about branding, web presence, social network, maps, search engine marketing, mobile marketing, mobile money and traditional marketing that help businesses keep pace with the major trends and technology in today's market.
 
Speakers: KS Yocum Enterprises and Felber and Felber Marketing
 
Location: The Rusty Nail in Kent
 
Date/Time: Wed. August 11th Networking begins at 11:30am
 
Cost: Members-$15, Non-members-$20
 
Sponsor: First Merit
 
Need Your Busines
 Brochures and/or Marketing Materials!
brochures
For those of you who do not know, we have a display rack in our chamber office of our members' marketing materials.
We use these in relocation packets for new residents and the general public when they stop in.  Please contact the office to drop off business cards, brochures, etc.  This is your chance to market yourself and your business!
STREETSBORO MAPS ARE IN!!!
 
Streetsboro Map
Did your business advertise in the 2010 community map?  If you have not received your copies, please contact the chamber office to arrange a timely pick-up.
330-626-4769
 
What's happening around town? The calendar for the City of Streestboro can be viewed by clicking here.
nature shot
 
Looking to find what events are happening with the Streetsboro City Schools?  Click
 here
to view their 
Calendar.
Rockets Logo
 
Meghan's Moment...
 
Meghan-newMore Than Just a Lunch...
The July 2010 edition of Inside Business magazine highlighted an important article entitled, "More Than Just a Lunch" that focused on the value of businesses belonging to their local chamber of commerce.  The article begins, "If you think joining your local chamber is just about monthly luncheons, think again.  True, chambers are known for networking and their ability to bring businesses of all sizes together, but there's much more to the story."  For the full artcle, click More Than Just a Lunch.
I think you'll find much of the information in the article very valuable and insightful!  Happy Reading!
 coevolveProblem Solve,
                            Get Involved,
                            We'll Co-evolve!
Golf Outing Recap and Thank You's!
 golf
Once again, we had a wonderful and  successful golf outing!!  Special thanks to Jason Turner and the staff at Raccoon Hill Golf Club for their incredible hospitality and accomodations!  We would also like to thank our committee members, volunteers, golfers, donors and sponsors.  Below is a list of all the businesses and people who made this event possible:
 
Event Sponsored By:
 

 

Hole-in-One Sponsor

Classic Kia of Streetsboro 
 
Beverage Cart Sponsors:
Great Lakes Hyundai
Holiday Inn Express
 
Hole and Green Sponsors:
Fit4All
Liberty Mutual
Mark W. Boslett, Inc.
Toshiba Business Solutions
 
Hole Sponsors
Action Auto Body
Deluxe Corp.
Kent Credit Union
Mayor Arthur Scott
Mike's Place of Kent
Park View Federal Savings
Ron Maghes Nationwide Insurance
 

Donations/Door Prizes:

 Acme Fresh Market
 American Red Cross of Portage County
Blasiole's
BW3's

Cheryl DeCavitch

Chipotle

Dairy Queen

Daniela Christopher of Premier Designs Jewelry

Defer Tire

Mike's Place of Kent

Felber & Felber Marketing

First Merit

Fit4All

Gear to Gear Harmonica

Giant Eagle

 Golf Galaxy

Home Savings and Loan

Home Instead Senior Care

Huntington Bank

Integrity Home Evaluation Services

 L'oreal USA

Natasha Squier of Third Federal Savings & Loan

Raccoon Hill Golf Course

Steve Urbon

Streetsboro Area Chamber of Commerce

TownePlace Suites by Marriott

Wal-mart

 
 **Water donated by Lowe's of Streetsboro 
 
**Programs printed compliments of Jeff Tyger at ComDoc
 
Thanks to everyone who made this event possible!
 
Event Co-Chairs: Cheryl DeCavitch of Home Savings & Loan, Michael Levick of TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Mark your Calendar 
for these upcoming Events... 
 
August
11th-Monthly Networking Luncheon at The Rusty Nail
17th- Coffee 'n Contacts at 8am at Arabica in Liberty Corners Plaza
18th- Simplex-IT 3rd Annual Networking BBQ 4-8PM 5225 Darrow Rd. Hudson
25th-Membership meeting (all welcome) 3pm at
Chamber Office
31st-Coffee 'n Contacts at 8am at Arabica in Liberty  Corners Plaza
Ron Maghes Insurance Agency Has Moved
 
Effective 7/16/10, the agency office has moved from Streetsboro Plaza to an office located at 9086 S.R. 14 behind Big T's Diner.we've moved
Office Hours: M,W,F 9am-5pm
Phone: 330-626-2877
Fax: 330-688-8424
 
Please mail payments to:
P.O. Box 2401 Streetsboro, OH 44241
 
Ron Maghes
Nationwide Insurance Agency Inc.
dog daycareGrand Opening: Hattie's Doggie Day Care

When: 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, August 19
Where: Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding, Twinsburg, Ohio

Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting at 3 p.m. followed by a public open house until 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 19. The event will celebrate the opening of the new Twinsburg, Ohio, location.

To celebrate, we're looking for the best dressed dog in Northeast Ohio. Take a picture of your dog in his or her best attire and post it on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/hattielarlham) for a chance to win a two-night stay for your dog at Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding in the What to Wear? Best Dressed Dog Contest.

Guests will get to meet the staff, tour the new facility, enjoy light refreshments, win prizes and cast their ballot in the What to Wear? Best Dressed Dog Contest.

Dogs are welcome to attend.

Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding opens August 2. Call 330.405.0624 for reservations. Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding is located at:

7996 Darrow Road, Suite 40
Twinsburg, OH 44087
phone: 330.405.0624
view map

Contact

Rick Parson, Northeast Ohio Regional Manager
phone: 330.899.9067
e-mail: rick.parson@hattielarlham.org


 

3rd Annual "Paws for Golf" Benefit for Portage APL
  
DOG GOLFOn Saturday August 14th, the Portage Animal Protective League will host their charity golf benefit at Aurora Golf Club. The shotgun start is at 1pm.  To download a flyer with more information click Paws for Golf 2010. You can also learn more about the event or register by calling the Portage Animal Protective League at 330-650-2481 or 330-296-4022 ext. 101.
Have You Heard About Katie Bug's Kloset?
  
katiebugAbout Us: Katie Bug's Kloset provides previously loved children's apparel and accessories. We offer high-end infant and children's apparel, from preemie and Newborn through size 10/12 and quality children's toys, books and gear. We service the communities of Northeast Ohio and welcome customers passing through for a visit too.
Our store is filled with girls and boys clothing for all occasions and like new infant and children's gear.  And you'll love the savings of all our toys and books! We invite you to enjoy the satisfying experience of shopping at a great savings at Katie Bug's Kloset.
 
How we work: 2 Ways to sell your items: 
  • Appointment - Please call the store at 330-656-3901 during business hours or email us at info@Katiebugskloset.com to make an appointment. We will schedule you based on the quantities of bins or boxes you are bringing. 

    Please be respectful of others that have appointments and only bring the quantity in that you confirmed when you made the appointment.  This allows us to process our buying in a timely manner for all of our customers.

    A drop off must be picked up within 72 hours after it has been completed. Items left longer than one week past the date of notification become the property of Katie Bug's Kloset. 

  • Drop-Off- We accept drop offs during normal store hours. Drop offs are first come, first serve based on bin availability; feel free to call ahead to inquire on availability. If you are bringing more items than will fit in a standard 20 gallon storage bin, please call for an appointment.

    Large toys and equipment will not be accepted as drop offs. These items will be accepted by appointment only. Appointments can be made by calling us at (330) 656-3901 or email us at
    info@katiebugskloset.com.
 
Visit us online at www.katiebugskloset.com  
   

Women in Business Recap

Sponsored by Kent Credit Union
 
Lt. Diana Woolf of the Streetsboro Fire Department educates the attendees on information about women in business along with presenting some interesting statistics
Lt. Woolf
On Wednesday July 14th, chamber members and guests gathered at the St. Joan of Arc Parish to learn about interesting statistics and business practices of women in leadership roles. Lt. Diana Woolf of the Streetsboro Fire Department shared some of her personal insights and provided some statistics. The event was sponsored by Kent Credit Union 
 
The next monthly luncheon will be on Wednesday August 11th at The Rusty Nail.  Networking begins at 11:30am.  Speaker: KS Yocum Enterprises and Felber & Felber Marketing
Topic: Marketing in the New Millenium
Sponsor: First Merit Members are $15.  Non-members are $20. RSVP by August 9th at 330.626.4769.
 
Members enjoyed a buffet lunch at St. Joan of Arc Parish
WIB jul10
 
 
Member to Member
Discounts

discounts

Enjoy the offers provided by our members!
 
A benefit to being a member of the Streetsboro Area Chamber of Commerce is the discounts that our members offer to each other. If your business is not listed here, and you would like it to be, please contact the Chamber office with your details. (To be listed here, you must be a paid, up-to-date member of the SACC.)
 
Aurora Farms Premium Outlets
330.562.2000 - Claude Hopkins
Free VIP Coupon Book ($5 retail value)
 
Classic Nissan of Streestboro
835 Classic Drive
330.422.7300
1% over invoice on all new cars (except 370Z & GTR models)
 
Fairfield Inn & Suites and TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Special rate for all chamber members: Both Hotels are currently being offered at $79.00/night.  Meeting rooms are $75.00 a day.
 
Felber and Felber Marketing
Experience the Latest in Mobile Marketing! TEXT Felber to 91011 for access to exclusive events, specials and prizes. (No more than a few text messages a month)
 
Great Lakes Hyundai
330.422.1212 - Bob Petris
Receive 1st year of oil changes free with the purchase of a new or used car.
Also receive a 10% discount on any service - bring a copy of this ad to receive discount.
 
Mark W. Boslett Inc. CPA
Offering $30 discount for all Chamber members or referrals for tax preparation services.
 
ReMAX/Haven
330.388.2771 - Barbara Kachenko
kachenkoteam@aol.com
Your choice of carpet or house cleaning after moving out or before moving in if you buy/sell with us!
 
Settler's Landing Apartments
330.528.1336 - Traci Zemba
Offering a Layoff Proof Lease
 
Teresa's Pizza
330.422.0050 - Billy Smith
20% off (excludes all other offers)