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Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
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September 2012 | |
 FROM THE DESK OF DEBRA LYNN-SCHMITZ
How to Vote The Chamber is about business success, capitalism, the free enterprise system. We exist because our business community sees a need for a voice. Collectively, our voice is about business regardless of party or position. At a breakfast last week, FirstMerit brought Economist Dr. Ken Mayland, President of ClearView Economics LLC, for a presentation, 2012-13 Review and Preview; Understanding the Economic Outlook. The picture he presented was not positive based on statistics and data for our immediate economic outlook. Consumer spending is faltering, gas prices are rising, industrial production is flattening, employment is not growing to maintain economic growth. GDP growth is under 3% and wages are not keeping up with inflation. Not an encouraging trend. The good news is that there is some growth in certain areas such as oil and gas well drilling and the auto industry, and productivity has increased. Dr. Mayland stated that housing, energy, regulatory, fiscal and monetary policies are dragging us down. We are still facing a fiscal cliff with cuts in the tax rates, payroll tax reduction, unemployment benefits and additional expenses. Click here for the complete article |
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My Chamber App
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Fact: 1 of every 7 minutes of media consumption is through a mobile device.
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Download the application for your phone today! Contact the Chamber office with any questions.
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CRISIS MANAGEMENT SEMINAR
They say it takes a lifetime to build a reputation and only a few seconds to destroy one. In a split second you could find yourself in a position where you need to know how to handle the media or be a public spokesperson. In this seminar, you will receive practical instruction about how to manage the media. This seminar will also give leaders the tools to navigate the
harsh realities of speaking to the public, media, partners and stakeholders
during an intense public-safety emergency
The Chamber and the Medina Safety Council invite you to this special seminar with
speaker Bruce Hennes
Hennes Paynter Communications
Tuesday, October 16th 11:30am - 1pm
Weymouth Country Club
Cost $16 for seminar and lunch.
RSVP here
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Member News
Hunter Insurance Agency is celebrating 50 years in business! Congratulations on achieving such a great milestone!
The Medina County Parks District invites you to come and discover the beauty of Autumn through a self-guided hiking program. More information on Trekking Through Autumn can be found at
Kudos to George J. Palko of Great Lakes Construction! George will be honored at Cleveland State University's 22nd annual Distinguished Alumni Award ceremony in October.
Slate Rock Safety was recently selected by INC. magazine as one of 500 of "America's Fastest Growing Private Companies" for 2012.
Medina Creative Housing is hosting a 20th year anniversary & celebration of accomplishments on September 26th. Additional details can be found on their website at www.medinacreativehousing.com
Frontier Communications recently deployed advanced broadband technology to provide faster Internet speeds in sections of Medina, Brunswick, Montrose, Wadsworth, North Eaton, Oberlin and Wellington. The company can now provide customers with speeds nearly double what was previously available. More information is available at
Send any member news you have to jaclyn@medinohchamber.com
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| Can We Buy You Lunch?
As a Chamber member, you know how valuable networking events, professional development and advertising opportunities are. Chances are you know of other businesses that will benefit from the same things.
Refer a new business to the Chamber and when they join - enjoy your next membership meeting lunch on us!
As an added bonus - the current business who refers the most new members to the Chamber through December will receive a discount on their annual dues renewal investment.*
*Minimum 5 referrals to qualify
For additional information or to submit your referrals, please contact Jaclyn Ringstmeier at jaclyn@medinaohchamber.com
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One of the many benefits of Chamber membership:
A Vision Care Plan! Discover the clear choice in affordable vision care with Humana One. A Humana One vision care plan is loaded with valuable benefits, easy to use, backed by an experienced company with a large network and most of all, affordable. Contact Jean Bertrand for additional information 330-283-5810.
click here for Humana Vision Plan brochure
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
as of 9/17/2012
STALEY TECHNOLOGIESTom Buck 2109 East Lincolnway, Wooster 330-262-0065 www.staleytech.comEVOLUTION DESIGNMichael Tocchi PO Box 183, Valley City 440-452-3726 www.evolutiondge.comDERMLINK.MDJoanna Novak 5740 Rosemont Way, Medina 440-212-2423 www.dermlink.mdOFFICE DEPOTBenjy Szucs 921 Quincy Ct. Medina 330-242-1483 www.business.officedepot.comALL CONSTRUCTION SERVICESDave LeHotan 945 Industrial Parkway N, Brunswick 330-220-6666 www.allconstructionohio.comMEDINA COUNTY WOMEN'S JOURNALKelli Wagner PO Box 425, Valley City 888-749-5994 www.womens-journal.comTHERAPEUTIC ASSOCIATES OF MEDINASarah Toman 315 W. Liberty, Medina 330-607-1560 www.therapyonliberty.comRIDGE TOP GOLF COURSEJack Emery 7441 Tower Road, Medina 330-725-5500 www.ridgetopgolf.netMEDINA MEADOWSIlana Facter 550 Miner Drive, Medina 330-725-1550 www.embassyhealthcare.netKEN GANLEY NISSANJeff Hughes 5180 Montville, Medina 330-721-0500 www.kenganleynissan.comLAWYERS TITLEJoseph Solkiewicz 225 E. Liberty, Suite D, Medina 330-723-3100 www.medina.ltic.com BUCKIN' OHIOEileen Thorsell 8154 Garman Road, Burbank 330-624-7205 www.buckinohio.comPRIME CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTSTy Fullerton PO Box 1814, Medina 330-328-0164 www.primeconstructionproducts.comDIVERSIFIED EMPLOYEE SOLUTIONSMary Jo Addleman 3745 Medina Road, Medina 330-764-3193 www.des4you.comTHOMASTECH, LLCTrent Thomas 650 W. Smith Suite 7, Medina 330-225-3117 www.t-tech.bizERNST & YOUNG U.S., LLPErich Holmes 50 South Main, Suite 1200, Akron 330-255-5258 www.ey.com |
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August / September Renewals
as of 9/17/2012
ABC Always Best Care
Trails of Montville Luxury Apts.
Melaleuca - Debra Beckstett
Zinn Mechanical
House of Hunan
M Squared Specialties
Battered Women's Shelter
CMITPROS
Sweet Lawns
Grubb & Associates
Elmcroft of Medina
Rapid Marketplace
Oda & Company
Winkelman Insurance Agency
Warner Technology
AT & T
CCR Asphalt Mfg.
Fechko Excavating
William Investments
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 The Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a trip to Tuscany in October 2013. This trip is an exceptional opportunity for leisure and cultural experience. Those that have taken trips through the Chamber have expressed how pleased they were with the trip. Please consider joining us for this adventure. Click here for complete informational brochure Visit Tuscany departing October 22, 2013 for 9 days |
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Legislature Tackles Major Reforms
During the 129th General Assembly, legislators cast several tough votes on critically important bills that will profoundly impact the business climate in Ohio. Although the session is not over, a clear picture has developed regarding this legislature's commitment to encouraging free enterprise and creating an environment conducive to economic competitiveness and growth.
For more than 20 years, the Ohio Chamber of Commerce has published a legislative voting record.
Click here for complete information and this year's legislative voting record
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BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS 2013
Would you like to showcase your business to our Chamber membership? Now accepting reservations for 2013 Business after Business Hosts! Please click here for additional information or contact the Chamber office to schedule your date. 330-723-8773
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CHAMBER STAFF
Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
145 North Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Phone: 330-723-8773
74 years of serving Medina Area Businesses
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