Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
JANUARY 2014
Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce

      Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
 

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Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
 Presidents Column 

~Debra Lynn-Schmitz, President

 

Happy New Year!

Welcome to a new and exciting year at the Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce!

 

At the end of the month, the Board of Directors will meet for a 24 hour retreat to establish the priorities and goals for 2014. They do this at their own expense in order to give your needs and expectations their undivided attention.  

 

For our 75thAnniversary last year, we opened the 25-year time capsule. We will be closing it again at the end of February but we would like to add some items before it is sealed. Please send us an electronic photo of you and your business and we will include it in the capsule.   

 

We are recruiting students for next year's Young Entrepreneur's Academy, YEA!. Registration is open until September and the application is located on our website. The program accepts any high school student that resides in Medina County. This program teaches a student how to launch a business or enterprise. Over the thirty-week program, students will learn from experts in accounting, law, marketing and other areas of business and develop a real business plan. These are lifelong skills that students may not get through their current school or even into college. We are recruiting students currently in grades 8-11 for the October, 2014 start. If you have or know of a student that might be interested, please let us know and we will follow up with information and an application now.   

 

Have you "liked" us on Facebook yet or followed us on Twitter @GRMedinaChamber.  Get updates on events, new members, member news and so much more.  

 

The Chamber is busy planning the next trip abroad sponsored by Chamber Discoveries & the Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce. You have the opportunity to travel to Southern Italy departing on November 6th, 2014.  Click Here for More Information  

 

Welcome Eric Shaffer, FirstMerit Bank, he is our new Chairman of the Board for the Chamber. If you haven't had a chance to meet Eric at a Chamber event it is very likely you've met him through one of the many organizations with which he participates.  

 

We are looking forward to an excellent year...again.  

 

In This Issue
Upcoming Events
Member Deals
Member News
Chamber Photo Album
Welcome New Members
Member Renewals

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UPCOMING EVENTS 

 

JANUARY SAFETY COUNCIL MEETING 
January 21st
11:30 am - 1 pm

Weymouth Country Club
3946 Weymouth Road Medina

"Excavation protective systems, and determining which is best"
Speaker: Dana Buchholzer, Shoring Business Development Manager;  BakerCorp

 $12 includes meeting & lunch   

RSVP's are required
REGISTER HERE

You can pay with voucher, check,
cash or VISA/MC before the event or at the door.  
Pre-payment with VISA or MC can be made online
through the Chamber website.


No Shows will be billed.
You must cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid
being invoiced for a Chamber event.

 

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Wednesday January 22nd  

Networking WOW
"Networking & The Mirror 

7:30am-9am

Rustic Hills Country Club

5399 River Styx Road 

Medina, OH  

Cost is $12  for Networking & Breakfast 

 
No Shows will be billed.
You must cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid
being invoiced for a Chamber event.

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Tuesday January 28th

 First Business After Business of 2014

Romeo's OT Sports Grille 
1100 N. Court Street, Medina  
 5pm-7pm  
 
BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARDS  

 
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Tuesday February 4th
Member Meeting
11:30am - 1pm
Weymouth CC

Speaker: Seth Kujat, United Way

"Determining Needs, Solving Problems: Childhood Development, Youth Engagement, & Household Sustainability"

 

$18 for Chamber Members 
$21 for Future Members
   
Register Today:
Tuesday February 25th
Women's Business Conference
Root Candles Community Room

  $39 for Chamber members 
  $49 for Non Chamber members
 
REGISTER ONLINE

* be sure to rank your breakout session preferences *

 

Cash Reigns Supreme:
Tracking the Financial Results of Your Business Seminar

The fire department will begin regular inspections in businesses in early 2014. The goal of the inspection is to insure the safety of you and your customers. Please take a moment to review the inspection report attached, and then take a walk through your business and do a self-assessment.

 

Ohio Minimum Wage Increase January 1, 2014

 

Ohio's minimum wage is scheduled to increase on January 1, 2014 to $7.95 per hour for non-tipped employees and to $3.98 per hour for tipped employees, plus tips. The increased minimum wage will apply to employees of businesses with annual gross receipts of more than $292,000 per year.

 

The current 2013 Ohio minimum wage is $7.85 per hour for non-tipped employees and $3.93 for tipped employees, plus tips. The 2013 Ohio minimum wage applies to employees of businesses with annual gross receipts of more than $288,000 per year

 

The Constitutional Amendment passed by Ohio voters in November 2006 states that Ohio's minimum wage shall increase on January 1 of each year by the rate of inflation. The state minimum wage is tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for urban wage earners and clerical workers for the 12-month period prior to September. This CPI index rose 1.5 percent over the twelve month period from September 1, 2012 to August 31, 2013. The Amendment also states that the wage rate for non-tipped employees shall be rounded to the nearest five cents.

For employees at smaller companies (with annual gross receipts of $288,000 or less per year in 2013 or $292,000 or less per year after January 1, 2014) and for 14- and 15-year-olds, the state minimum wage is $7.25 per hour.

 We still have some Available Dates for your Company / Business to host a Business After Business Event in 2014

 

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Member Deals

East of Chicago Pizza will give you 15% off your entire order when you mention the Greater Medina Chamber!  Call 330-723-0510 to place your order! 

Wolff Brothers Supply:  Remodeling a kitchen or a bath?  Ask for the chamber VIP discount!  Call 330-764-3882 for an appointment in the Medina Showroom.

Lube Stop Fleet Accounts can be tailored to fit your company's specific needs. Benefits include no upfront or monthly service fees, no contractual obligations, fast service with no appointments necessary, a convenient monthly billing option, free e-checks, and more. When you open a Fleet Account, your employees will receive 15% discount cards for their personal vehicles good on all products and services at all Lube Stop locations. Visit LubeStop.com/fleets to learn more or email [email protected]

Nip Tuck Auto Detailing
is offering 25% off any of their complete detailing packages.  By registering your company with them, your employees can save 25% on any of the complete detailing services.  Call ed at 330-321-1065 or email at [email protected] for more information.



 
Member News   
Pat Gibson of The Artistry of You will be presenting "Accessories - The Magic in your Wardrobe" on Thursday January 23rd,
6 - 8pm at Owl Eyes on You, a unique beauty boutique.  Enjoy this complimentary session by RSVPing to Pat at [email protected].  Enjoy finger foods, beverages and a complimentary lesson on how to expand your wardrobe options and express your personal style with accessories.

The Medina City School District's Annual Pancake breakfast will be held Saturday, February 8th 8am - Noon in Medina High School's main cafeteria. 

 
                      Chamber Photo Album

                   
Health & Wellness Seminar ~ New Year's Resolutions

       
                  
      Speaker: David Corrado                  Medina Chairman - Eric Shaffer
                                                          Brunswick Chairman - Ken Schlick
   
                          Medina / Brunswick Joint Member Meeting
      
                             
  Debra Lynn-Schmitz, President Greater Medina Chamber
Melissa Krebs, President Brunswick Area Chamber
                                                             

WELCOME  
NEW MEMBERS

SOLARMAX, Inc. 

Kevin Wisor 

1466 Garfield Ave Brunswick 

440.376.1621

www.solarmaxinc.net 

 

LAGER & VINE GASTRO PUB  

& WINE BAR 

Cliff Cravens 

108 Public Square Medina 

330.952.2121

www.lagerandvine.com 

 

BUDGET BLINDS OF MEDINA

Matt Bradley 

330.763.1585

www.budgetblinds.com/medina 

  

THE ALLEN THOMAS GROUP 

Lauren Carpeta 

4081 N. Jefferson St. Medina   

440.826.3676

www.allenthomasgroup.com  

 

THE ARTISTRY OF YOU, LLC  

Pat Gibson 

17457 Pioneers Creek Circle  

440.212.2269

www.theartistryofyou.com 

 


JANUARY 2014 RENEWALS

McDonalds
Medina County Agricultural Society
Wojdacz & Co.
Ormandy's
General Maintenance Service
VIP Travel
Olive Tap
Conrad & Dowdell Productions
Medina Vision & Laser Centre
Kramer & Goyette
Chickmaster Incubator Company
Carlisle Brake & Friction
CCR Asphault Mfg.
Dermatologic Surgery Center
McJak Candy Company
Leadership Medina County
Homestead Carpet & Tile
RCO Sales
Integrity  Staffing Solutions
Robert Stevens
Seaman Financial Services
Medina County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Office Depot
Shared Time Human Resources
Palecek, McIlvaine, Hoffmann & Morse
Albright Security Center
Bertemes Painting & Decorating
Ameri-Cal 
Plain Dealer
Windfall Industries
Albrecht Trucking Company
Homestead Insurance Agency
Raese, Strickland, Berry
Medina Tractor Sales
Free Enterprises
Medina County Career Center
Solutions Behaviorial
Wal-Mart
Lewandowski & Co.
LaPlaca Jewelers
Hospice of Medina County
Avalon RV Center
Buffalo Wild Wings
Williams on the Lake
Buehlers
Town Money Saver, Inc
First American Title
Sandridge Food Corp.
Medina Hospital
Life Care Center of Medina
WarnerTech
Cleaning Authority
Animal Medical Centre of Medina
Town & Country Co-Op
Do It Best Corp.
Valspar Corporation
The Oaks Lodge
Medina County Federal Credit Union
Wolff Brothers
United Way of Medina County
620 Corp.
UPS Store
SJ Concrete
Dr. Ricci's DDS
Hunter Insurance Agency
Lowbrow Custom
Lawyers Title 
Owens Corning
American Court Services
AMCOR
Falcon Industries
Standard Welding & Steel Products
Worldlan Technology
Packaging Specialties
Rustic Hills Country Club
Dancexcel
Gerspacher Real Estate Group
University of Akron Wayne College
Mellion Orthodontics
Vermeer Sales & Service
Simmons Brothers Corp.
Fire Dex LLC

The Greater Medina
Chamber of Commerce
offers Notary Services and
Certificates of Origin.
These services are complimentary for Chamber Members


The Medina County Safety Council is looking for donations of goods and/or service certificates or gift cards to local chamber member businesses to be used as door prizes for the monthly Safety Council Meetings.  Your company will be recognized for your donation.

Please contact Jennifer for more information or to provide a donation


2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

 

Eric Shaffer, FirstMerit Bank, Chairman of the Board

Keith Hughes, Dyer, Hughes, Roche & Wilson, Chair-Elect

Ryan Rose, Skylight Financial Group, Secretary/Treasurer

Chad Wilson, Slate Rock Safety, Past Chair

Amy Demlow, Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Vice Chair, Business Advocacy

Jani Groza, Westfield Insurance, Vice Chair, Economic Development

Kathy Breitenburcher, The Pedestal Group, Vice Chair, Member Services 


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Dr. Tim Earley, Medina Vision & Laser Centre

Chris Evans, Plastipak Packaging

Erich Holmes, Ernst & Young 

 Larry Johns, McJak Candy Company

Delmar Jones, Jonesy's Classic Cleaners

Matt Marquard, M. C. Real Estate

Dave Mueller, BPR / Rico Equipment 

Dr. Thomas Tulisiak, Medina Hospital

 

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Ex-Officio Members  

Mike Baach, Philpott Rubber Company 

 Jim Gerspacher, Gerspacher Real Estate Group 

Bert Humpal, Dyer, Hughes, Roche & Wilson 

Valerie Rapp , Homestead Insurance


CHAMBER STAFF 
Debra Lynn-Schmitz, President 
Jaclyn Ringstmeier, Vice President 
Becky Parkhurst,  Accounting Manager 
 Jennifer Gray, Program Administrator / Safety Council Administrator

Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
 
145 North Court Street, Medina, OH 44256 
Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday  10:00am to 4:00pm
Phone:  330-723-8773
 
75 years of serving Medina Area Businesses 

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please contact Jaclyn Ringstmeier
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