Upcoming Events
ConneXions After Hours
April 25, 2013
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Arlecchino Ristorante 133 Camp Lane McMurray, PA 15317
Thank you to our member and host FirstData!!
May 2, 2013
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Max & Erma's
1910 Cochran Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Small Business Week
May 19, 2013 - May 25, 2013
May 22, 2013 SHCC Member Awards Banquet
Crowne Plaza, South 164 Fort Couch Road Pittsburgh, PA 15241
We are celebrating our members. Nominate a member/member business who is accomplishing great things and is committed to collaborating with other local businesses. Please let us know who you are or select another business in the South Hills that is doing great things in a big way. Contact the chamber office TODAY!!
To register and for details visit www.shchamber.org. SAVE THE DATE June 15, 2013 ConneXions After-Hours Gil's Restaraunt Brownsville Road South Park, PA Hosted by: NEW MEMBER Citizens Bank, Finleyville Tim Holeczy, Branch Manager |
Upcoming Workshops
May 15, 2013
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Affordable Health Care
What it means for you and your business
CCAC, South Campus
Tigers' Liar, A306
1750 Clairton Road West Mifflin, PA 15122
To register and for details
visit www.shchamber.org.
This informational workshop is a joint chamber initiative that supports the Education Scholarship funds for the South Hills Chamber of Commerce and West Jefferson Hills Chamber of Commerce. |
SHCC Welcomes YOU!!
It is with great pleasure that we add these new members to our active membership list for the first quarter of 2013. Many of these members are active in chamber events and are already expanding their business network.
NEW MEMBERS
AVIA Dental | Wheeling, WV | | Bean Counters | McMurray, PA | | Carik Signs | Pittsburgh, PA | | Caste Area Chiropractor | Castle Shannon, PA | | CINIC Chemicals America, LLC | Pittsburgh, PA | | Citizen's Bank | Finleyville, PA | | Corporate Energy Advisors | Pittsburgh, PA | | Couples and Family Counseling Center | McMurray, PA | | CTC Electric LLC | Pittsburgh, PA | | Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Pittsburgh, PA | | Echo Systems | Pittsburgh, PA | |
Erie Insurance | Uniontown, PA | |
Hampton Inn | West Mifflin, PA | |
Hometown Pharmacy | Pittsburgh, PA | | HOPE Leadership Development Seminars | Pittsburgh, PA | |
Integrated Diversified Services | Pittsburgh, PA | |
JKECO Inc. | Bethel Park, PA |
Johnson Auto Service
Bethel Park, PA
| Mark Allen Plumbing & Heating | Bethel Park, PA | |
Pawlak's One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning |
Bethel Park, PA |
| Pure Barre | Pittsburgh, PA | | Red Apple Wellness & Chiropractic | Bethel Park, PA | | Dominic D. Salvatori, Esq. | Pittsburgh, PA | | South Hills Interfaith Ministries | Bethel Park, PA | | SP Floors & Design Center | Bethel Park, PA | | Spine and Pain Care Center | McMurray, PA | | The Extra Room | Bethel Park, PA | | TruComputers | Bethel Park, PA | |
NOTE: If you are a new member and your name was not listed in this publication, we will certainly include you in the next newsletter. |
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South Hills Chamber of Commerce
Connie Ruhl
Executive Director
Diane Ford
Operations Manager
Board of Directors
Anna Caruso
Huntington Bank
John Biedrynski, Esquire
Giant Eagle
Julie Boyce Kuna
Southwinds, Inc.
Bill Poutous
UPS Store
Michele Rice
Rice Enterprises LLC
Linda Rusch
Brookside Lumber
Ted Sudiak
Guardian Storage
Sandra Swasey
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Greetings!
Two years ago, Connie Ruhl, agreed to join the South Hills Chamber of Commerce as Executive Director. Since Connie's arrival she has performed remarkably and delivered exactly what she said she would. Connie's commitment to the South Hills is undeniable. She has lived in the South Hills for more than 50 years. Connie is an integral member of the community where she lives, works and serves.
Connie and Diane Ford, SHCC Operations Manager, introduced this quarterly newsletter, ConneXions in 2012 which has been providing Good News that educates and brings our membership together. This newsletter is designed to direct you to the treasures that will guide you on your road to success.
Each issue provides a variety of information such as upcoming events, local legislative matters, member service updates, sponsorship opportunities and much, much more. |
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THE PRESIDENT'S CORNER
Wow!! It is already April 2013 and we are well on our way to another successful year at the South Hills Chamber of Commerce.
On March 28, 2013 we hosted our First Annual South Hills Small Business Institute Conference at the Crowne Plaza - South. We have received extremely positive feedback from participants and vendors. We were privilaged to have Darieth Chisolm, WPXI Co-Anchor and owner of Fullbody Fitness, as our Keynote Speaker.
We are working tirelessly to create opportunities for our membership to CSI: Connect - Strategize - Innovate. Together we can make big things happen at the South Hills Chamber of Commerce.
Our South Hills Small Business Institute is up and running, so please remember to visit www.shchamber.org for dates and times of upcoming workshops.
There are many organizations that you can and may belong, but we are so happy that you chose SHCC.
We value you and your ACTIVE PARTICIPATION.
Regards,
Gary
Gary Heckel, Board of Director
President
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For the upcoming informational joint-chamber seminar. Learn exactly how the Affordable Healthcare Act will affect you and your business.
OBAMACARE: The Affordable Healthcare Act
Top Things to Know for Small Businesses
- Under the health care law, employer-based plans that provide health insurance to retirees ages 55-64 can now get financial help through the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program. This program is designed to lower the cost of premiums for all employees and reduce employer health costs.
- Starting in 2014, the small business tax credit goes up to 50% (up to 35% for non-profits) for qualifying businesses. This will make the cost of providing insurance even lower.
- In 2014, small businesses with generally fewer than 100 employees can shop in the Health Insurance Marketplace, which gives you power similar to what large businesses have to get better choices and lower prices. In the Marketplace, individuals and small businesses can buy affordable health benefit plans. Open enrollment begins on October 1, 2013.
- The Marketplace will offer a choice of plans that meet certain benefits and cost standards. Starting in 2014, members of Congress will be getting their health care insurance through the Marketplace, and you will be able to buy your insurance through the Marketplace, too. Find out how you can get ready to enroll.
- Employers with fewer than 50 employees are exempt from new employer responsibility policies. They don't have to pay an assessment if their employees get tax credits through an Exchange.
Resources for Small Businesses
Use these resources to learn more about important features of the health care law:
Visit http://www.healthcare.gov/law/information-for-you/small-business.html for more information.
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Becoming a Chamber Member
As diverse and unique as our membership is, there is one underlying quality we all share with passion - BUSINESS.
Membership with the South Hills Chamber of Commerce carries with it a distinct opportunity to belong to a community of like-minded individuals who run organizations with thoughtful leadership dedicated to economic growth and civic pride.
SHCC Membership
Purchase a SHCC membership and enjoy the many benefits that our members receive:
- Discounted event registration
- Business profile page on the chamber website
- Opportunity to join SHOP Local
- Discount services/deals with our business partners
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RIBBON CUTTING
The South Hills Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have attended the ribbon cutting(s) and/or grand opening ceremony(ies) of the following members:
Friday, March 8, 2013
Pure Barre
"Pure Barre is the fastest, most effective way to change the shape of your body. Using small isometric movements at the ballet barre set to motivating music, Pure Barre lifts your seat, tones your thighs, abs and arms and burns fat in record breaking time. Clients see results in just 10 classes, lose inches in weeks and have fun doing it!"
Pure Barre Pittsburgh - Mt. Lebanon
1612 Cochran Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
For more information:
Contact Melissa Evancic
Phone: 412-248-2424
Saturday, April 6, 2013
South Hills Physical Medicine
"In today's health care environment, it is especially important to have the right balance of treatment and an understanding of not only the role traditional medicine plays in the healing process, but more importantly of how our bodies can benefit and heal with nonintrusive adjustments through chiropractic treatment."
South Hills Physical Medicine
Shoppes at Caste Village
5301 Grove Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
For more information: Contact Richard H. Robbins, D.C., Director Phone: 412-885-3533 Fax: 412-885-3417 |
BUSINESS SUCCESS TOOLBOX
Small Business Development Centers in our area:
Duquesne Unversity: www.sbdc.duq.edu
University of Pittsburgh: www.sbdc.pitt.edu
Business assistance for area companies and entrepreneurs find a complete and searchable list of services within the region at www.businessquickguide.com
If you are interested in receiving a complimentary copy of the 2012 Connections-Pittsburgh Region by the Numbers published by the PRA, please contact the chamber office.
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OPPORTUNITIES
ConneXions After Hours Hosts
We are looking for members who would like to host an after hours function at their business location. This is a great way to network, show off your facility and bring fellow members together.
ConneXions After Hours mixers generally run from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, however we are flexible based on the business owner's hours of operation. |
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Newsletter Sponsor:
$500 a year
(4 issues) provides you with an ad in each issue, small write up about your company in one issue and a free ad on the website 4 times.
Workshops Sponsor:
$500 a year
Provides you with a free a seat in each class or your designate, free ad in newsletter and advertising in all the workshop publications.
ConneXions Networking Sponsor:
$1500 a year
Provides you with an ad on our website for a year, in promotional materials and free reservations at each ConneXions networking event.
Luncheon Sponsor:
$150 each
Lunch Meeting that you select. Free reservation at your selected luncheons and an ad in the newsletter.
Scholarship Event Sponsor:
$1000 Event to be determined.
You will get a free promotional ad on the website for a year, in the newsletter and promotion at the event.
Trade Show Sponsor:
$1,000
Which provides you with a promotional banner at the event, ad in the newsletter and free ad on the website for a year.
Special Events: TBD (3)
$1,000
Which provides you with a promotional banner at each event, ad in the newsletter and an ad on website for a year. |
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