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THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSOR
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July Newsletter
July 1, 2010- Vol 10 |
| Thank you to our July Sponsor
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| July Calendar |
July 1 @ 8:30
Membership Task Force
Board Meeting
July 14 @ Noon
Economic Development
Borderline Cafe
July 16 @ 11:30am
Monthly Meeting
Sweetwater Landing
July 16 @7:05pm
Lake Erie Crushers Outing
July 21 @ 3:00pm
West End Business Group
Harry Buffalo |
| Board of Directors |
2010-2011 Officers
Chairman of the Board
Terry Vincent
Brouse McDowell
Treasurer
Steve Clark
Clark Financial Group
Vice Chair of
Econ. Development
Brian Salem
Howard Hanna Smythe Cramer
Vice Chair of Education
Diane Helbig
Seize This Day Coaching
Vice Chair of Legislative and Government Affairs
Nikki Farley
Millisor & Nobil
Vice Chair of Marketing & Public Relations
Dan Carney
Cox Business
Vice Chair of Membership and Investor Relations
CIndy Einhouse
The Beck Center for the Arts
Immediate Past President
Erin Fach
Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department
Board of Directors
Deborah Brauer
First Federal of Lakewood
Mary Anne Crampton
LakewoodAlive
Scott Duennes
Nature's Bin
Shawn Juris
The Juris Agency
Nathan Kelly
City of Lakewood Planning & Development
Bill Koziol
Lakewood Hospital
Ryan Krivosh
Around the Corner
Matty Lucarelli
Sweetwater Restaurant Group
Bruce McNabb
Lakewood Senior Health Campus/ O'Neill Management
Linda Thayer
West Shore Career Tech
Lisa Tomm Hospice of the Western Reserve
Julie Warren
Erie DeSign
Michael Whitkofski
Thinsolutions
Ann Zabkar
PNC Bank StaffPatty Ryan
CEO & President
Val Mechenbier
Office Manager |
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| Letter from the CEO & President |
THANKS FOR THE HELP...
The 7th Annual Taste of Lakewood was a great success and would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors, contributors, restaurants and volunteers.
The event raised over $10,000 for the chamber and sold out in record time. Much of this can be attributed to the exposure we received from our sponsors, the media and the addition of the Taste of Lakewood website at www.tasteoflakewood.com.
In addition, the restaurants involved in this year's Taste of Lakewood really took it up a notch; providing ample portions and creative and delicious dishes with great presentation. The feedback we received from attendees regarding the food was overwhelmingly positive.
The Taste of Lakewood theme basket raffle was also very well received. Thank you to everyone who donated items to the raffle, especially our own Board of Directors, who donated all the wine for the tremendously popular Wine Cellar basket.
Thank you to our gracious host, The Clifton Club. Part of the great appeal of the Taste of Lakewood is the beautiful venue. The Clifton Club opens up its doors and its kitchen to the public every June to help celebrate one of Lakewood's best assets, our great food & restaurants. The event would not be the same without their partnership and help.
Finally, thank you to everyone who attended the 2010 Taste of Lakewood. Many of you return year after year and tell us this is the party that kicks off your summer. We appreciate the support and look forward to seeing you next year.
Have a Happy Fourth of July!
Patty Ryan |
| June Meeting Recap
Annual Awards Luncheon |
 Our June meeting is always a full house with the recognition of long term members, past presidents, our Business Person of the Year Award, our Outstanding New Member Award, and the swearing in of our new Board of Directors. This year was no exception.
 We had over 50 chamber members recognized for their 5, 10 ,15, 20, 25...years of memberships. Bonne Bell and McGorray-Hanna Funeral Homes both celebrated their 80 year anniversary with the Chamber; and Malley's Chocolates, First Federal of Lakewood and Steve Barry Buick each celebrated 75 years of membership!
Eight of our Past Presidents were in attendance representing over 15 years of chamber leadership.
 We recognized Diane Helbig of Seize This Day Coaching as our 2010 Outstanding New Member and Scott Duennes of Nature's Bin as our 2010 Business Person of the Year!
At the end of the luncheon, Judge Patrick Carroll (also recognized for his 20 years of membership) swore in our new Board of Directors for the 2010-11 fiscal year.
Thank you to Around the Corner and the Krivosh family for hosting us again this year and to Lakewood Hospital our corporate partner for sponsoring the meeting.
Thank you to our June sponsor:
For a complete list of awards and full articles on our recipients CLICK HERE |
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| July Meeting
Lakewood Economic Development Update | |
Friday, July 16, 2010
Sweetwater Landing
1500 Scenic Parkway
Lakewood 11:30 am Networking; Lunch at Noon
$15 Members/$20 Non-members
RSVP: 216-226-2900
Wnat to know what's going on in Lakewood? Nathan Kelly, Lakewood's Planning & Development Director, will discuss recent & upcoming development projects in Lakewood. This is always a popular topic, so make reservations early!
sponsored by:
Reservations are required and our
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| July Business After Hours
Lake Erie Crusher Outing with Rocky River Chamber |
 FRIDAY, JULY 16 -7:05 GAMETIME Gates open early & our party starts at 6:00pm!
Fireworks after the game!
Network with members of both Chambers in the First Base Club Level Suite.
Tickets are $15. Order dealine is July 6th.
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| Marketing & Public Relations Task Force
2010 Golf Outing | 
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce & Lakewood Rocky River Rotary Golf Outing
Sweetbriar Golf Club
Monday, August 16, 2010
11:28 am Shotgun Start
Golfers are needed for the 2010 Lakewood Chamber of Commerce & Lakewood Rocky River Rotary 2010 Golf Outing. What a great opportunity to network on the links! $100 per golfer; includes green fees for 18 holes, cart, box lunch, dinner, contests & door prizes!
Sponsored by :
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| Economic Development Task Force
West End Merchants Meeting |
 The Economic Development Task Force began working with businesses on the western end of Detroit Avenue to establish a West End Merchants Association. Topics of interest are safety & security, beautification, marketing & promotion, and special events.
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 21 at 3:00 pm at Harry Buffalo at 18605 Detroit Avenue. Anyone interested in attending should rsvp to Val Mechenbier at vmechenbier@lakewoodchamber.org or phone 216.226.2900.
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| Membership Task Force
New Member Breakfast |
The Membership Task Force hosted a breakfast for all our 2009-2010 New Members on June 24th at Panera Bread (a new member themselves!) New members were given the opportunity to talk with our board members and learn from our Task Force chairs how to get the most out of their Chamber of Commerce membership. Each new member received a gift bag stocked with goodies from fellow chamber members. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the gift bag and to Panera Bread for the great food and their hospitality. |
| Legislative Task Force
Public Forum for County Charter |
In 1813 Cuyahoga County formed a government. In 2009 the citizens decided to change it. And there is still a lot we need to discuss about it.
Forming the old structure probably didn't include many ordinary citizens. Now the goal is different-get as much citizen input as possible.
That's why there are public forums and why they are so important.
Because this time you can make a difference.
THE NEXT PUBLIC FORUM
Thursday, July 8, 2010
6 p.m. start-arrive as soon as you can
Beck Center for the Arts
17801 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood 44107
http://www.beckcenter.org/
Workgroup presentation will be made by: County Government Collaboration
Make a difference...
take part in the transition process.
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| Lakewood/Rocky River Rotary
Tall Ships Fundraiser |  Welcome aboard!!
The Lakewood Rocky River Rotary Foundation is hosting a terrific mid-summer's night Social/Fundraiser on July 10, 2010. This event will be held in conjunction with the Cleveland Rotary Club's Tall Ships visitation to Cleveland. The event will be dockside at the ship, NIAGARA, moored at the Port of Cleveland behind the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
You are cordially invited to enjoy this fun and exciting event on July 10 from 6-10pm. The cost is $75 per person and includes all beverages, elegant hors d'oeuvres, touring the ship, and good fellowship. Only 150 guest may attend. RSVP at the club's website www.lakewoodrockyriverrotary.org no later that July 7. Contact Kris Spencer with any questions at SPENCEK2@lkwh.org. Corporate sponsors would be most welcome! Please contact Todd Lessig if interested at 216-941-6298 or email pringroofing@cox.net. |
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Congratulations to... |
Mary Anne Crampton
Heritage Ohio awarded the "Main Street Manager of the Year" to Mary Anne Crampton of Lakewood, Ohio. Ms. Crampton accepted the award Thursday, June 17th at Heritage Ohio's Annual Preservation and Revitalization Awards Ceremony held at the Baker Center on the campus of Ohio University. The Awards Ceremony is held in conjunction with Heritage Ohio's Statewide Conference.
Congratulations to Lakewood Hospital President Jan Murphy on receiving the American College of Healthcare Executives Senior-Level Healthcare Executive Regent's Award on Monday, June 14, at the ACHE Breakfast in Columbus, as part of the annual meeting of the Ohio Hospital Association. David Bronson, MD, president, Cleveland Clinic Regional Hospitals said, "Jan is an exceptional leader who most certainly deserves this award. She uses strengths to overcome weaknesses and understands that aligning the strengths of many people can create a whole and positive atmosphere for success."
Virginia Marti Veith
Lakewood Mayor Ed FitzGerald announced Monday, June 28th that Virginia Marti Veith, founder of Virginia Marti College, will serve as the Grand Marshall for the City's Fourth of July parade.
"We are pleased to honor Virginia Marti Veith for all she has given to the Lakewood community" said Mayor FitzGerald. "We are proud to have her serve as Grand Marshall of the Fourth of July Parade."
The parade is scheduled to step off on Sunday July 4, 2010 at 12:00 p.m. on Lake Avenue at Kenneth Drive and concludes at Lakewood Park.
City of Lakewood
On June 9, 2010, the Fund for Our Economic Future announced the winners of their EfficientGovNow competition. A consortium including the City of Lakewood, the First Suburbs Development Council and the City of Cleveland were among the winners that received $100,000 in funding.
The funds will be used to help establish Ohio's first Renewable Energy Special Improvement District, or RE-SID. Recently, the City of Lakewood introduced legislation to establish the RE-SID after declaring intent to pursue an advanced energy improvement district in November of 2009. Seventeen communities have been invited to participate in this first-of-its-kind consortium.
Lakewood City Schools
Heritage Ohio awarded the "Best Civic Benefit" for Lakewood Schools rehabilitation of Horace Mann and Emerson Elementary Schools. Rick Berdine of Lakewood City School and Paula Reed of Lakewood Alive accepted the award Thursday, June 17th at Heritage Ohio's Annual Preservation and Revitalization Awards Ceremony held at the Baker Center on the campus of Ohio University. The Awards Ceremony is held in conjunction with Heritage Ohio's Statewide Conference.
Know of a Lakewood Chamber Member deserving a round of applause? Contact Patty Ryan at pryan@lakewoodchamber.org for inclusion in the eNewletter. |
| Welcome June New Members |
Great Lakes Publishing
Paul Klein
1422 Euclid Avenue, Suite 730
Cleveland OH 44115
Phone: 216-377-3693
Magazine Publishing
Holiday Inn Hotel Cleveland-Airport 
Linda Des Forges
4181 W. 150th Street
Cleveland OH 44135
Phone: 216-658-9053
Fax: 216-252-3961
Email: ldesforges@tramzhotels.com
Website: www.holidayinn.com/cle-airport
Hotel, Conference/Event Facilities
Homecare Network of Ohio
Diane Morawski
Skilled Home Health Care |
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Donna Izaldine