Dayna Malow
Business Matters
The City of Green's Business eNewsletter
Volume 3 Issue 5
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Business Matters is the City of Green's bi-monthly newsletter for businesses in the City of Green to share important City updates, provide information about local business assistance programs as well as welcome and recognize local business successes.
 
If you would like to review previous editions of Business Matters, click here.
Have You Heard?

Looking for a Reason to Focus on Your Business?

When was the last time you sharpened your business skills?  The Green Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Business Strategy Workshop every Tuesday, except the second Tuesday of the month, at 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Quiznos on Massillon Road.  Each quarter's topic varies and participants get to interact with advisors and peer group members.  Topics include:

  • 4th Quarter 2011 - Strategic and Financial Planning
  • 1st Quarter 2012 - Marketing and Advertising
  • 2nd Quarter 2012 - Operations
  • 3rd Quarter 2012 - Leadership vs. Management

Interested parties should talk with Lori Howerton at the Green Chamber of Commerce for more information.  She can be reached at 330.896.3023 or lori.howerton@greencoc.org.
Next Gen InternNext Gen Intern - Internship Guidance

The Greater Akron Chamber recently released a guide to help employers navigate hiring interns called the Next Gen Intern.  The guide provides employers access to best practice approaches to hiring and maximizing their internship experience as well as other tips on creating a successful program.  To access the guide click here. 

 

This helpful information is also on a dedicated Website to answer employer, student and educator questions about internship.  To access this information, click here.

Is Your Business Looking to Expand?
We have all heard how tough the economy is, but if your business is looking to expand, now might be the time.  Banks are lending, and rates are at historic lows.  Contact your local banker to discuss some of the attractive lending programs available.  For a listing of local banks, click here. 
 
City Update
Charting the Course

Charting the CourseOn November 17, the Mayor will host the next Charting the Course presentation at the City's Central Administration Building.  The program will begin at 8:00 a.m. with coffee, pastries and networking at 7:30 a.m.  The Mayor will update the business community about recent developments along both the Arlington and Massillon Road corridors.  The Mayor will also present a vision for the future of Massillon Road.

 

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Amy Sehm at 330.896.6602 or asehm@cityofgreen.org by November 10.

Look for Green in October Akron Life
Akron Life LogoDid you pick-up a copy of Akron Life magazine this month?  The magazine featured a section about the City of Green, our quality of life, history and recreational outlets.  Pick it up on newsstands throughout the area.

Construction Season Nears End

Pardon our mess, but as winter approaches, the Arlington Road/619 Signconstruction barrels will soon disappear.  Contractors have nearly completed work on two major projects this summer despite unpredictable weather conditions and heavy rain.  The widening of Arlington Road from September Drive to I-77 and the Caston Road resurfacing and addition of hike/bikes lanes are nearly complete.  These two projects will see final layers of asphalt applied in 2012.  We've also made some improvements to Arlington Road south of Boettler Road.  We appreciate everyone's patience as we make these improvements.

 

As usual, please support our local business who are located in these construction zones.

Have you "Liked" the City of Green's Facebook Page?

Facebook "Like" us on Facebook and keep apprised of important news and updates on what is happening in the City of Green.  The page is designed to keep residents, business owners and other stakeholders up-to-date.  The City has more than 550 followers.  

 

If you haven't already done so, "like" us on Facebook. 

News & Notes
Welcome

1st Class Nails - 3939 Massillon Road, Suite 601

The Lily Pad Shop - 76 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Road

Deaf Outreach Church - 2200 Greensburg Road

Tiki Tan - 4195 Massillon Road, Suite 231

Brenden Thomas Photography - 4660 Massillon Road, Suite A
If you have information that you would like to share in a future edition of this newsletter or have general questions about the City of Green, please contact Jessica Hyser, Community Development Administrator at 330.896.6614 or via e-mail jhyser@cityofgreen.org.
 
Sincerely,


Wayne L. Wiethe, AICP
Director of Planning
City of Green
In This Issue
Business Strategy Workshop
Internship Guide
Charting the Course
Akron Life
Construction Wrap-up
City is on Facebook
News & Notes
About Your Neighbors
Quick Links

About Your Neighbors:

Guess who Recycles Carpet?

 

Barrington Carpet

3602 S. Arlington Road

Akron, OH 44312

330.896.4141


We have been asking what your business does to be more "green" and several Green businesses have provided us some great feedback. 

 

Did you know Barrington Carpet recycles used carpet?  While their cost remains the same, they feel its a great thing to do for the environment.  Did you know:

  • 4 to 6 percent of all waste in landfills is carpet?
  • Every 1,000 square yards of carpet recycled saves 4,500 pounds of carpet from the landfill and 440 gallons of oil.
  • Carpet pad can be renewed into new carpet pad
  • Products made from recycled carpet include highway sound barriers, road construction filler products, auto parts, septic and storm water system components, just to name a few.

Thanks, Barrington, for doing your part to protect our planet and being a "green" business in Green, Ohio. 

Is there a Company you would like to learn more about?  If so, please e-mail Jessica Hyser at jhyser@cityofgreen.org. 
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