In this issue: the upcoming Lake Erie Classic; July Coffee Networking; New Member Orientation; Captains Member Appreciation Event; Lunch & Learn and more.
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June 2011 Newsletter
Thursday, June 16th, 2011“Get Motivated” Business Seminar for Members
Thursday, May 5th, 2011Complimentary Tickets for “Get Motivated!” Business Seminar
The Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce has 100 complimentary tickets for the “Get Motivated!” Business Seminar on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. Free of charge to our business members!
Business training by General Colin Powell, Rudy Giuliani, Brian Tracy, Lou Holtz, Rick Belluzzo and MORE!
Call the chamber office at 943-1134 to reserve your ticket. For more information on this seminar, go to
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April 6, 2011 Newsletter
Tuesday, April 5th, 2011April 13 Coffee Networking
Start the baseball season early! Come join the LCCC Chamber for Coffee Networking on Wednesday, April 13th
Hosted by the Lake County Captains,
35300 Vine St. in
Eastlake, Ohio
Time: 7:30-8:30am
Bring a friend! Free event! Bring business cards. We will raffle any prizes donated by those attending.
RSVP by Monday, April 11th. or call 943-1134
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Ohio Jobs & Budget Update from the Ohio Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, April 26th
Noon – 1pm
The Radisson Inn
Eastlake, OH
Find out more about the Ohio Jobs and the Ohio budget from our Columbus rep. from the Ohio Chamber of Commerce
No Chamber charge; the Radisson will bill you directly for your lunch.
or call the office at 943-1134
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April 14 Buckeye Industries Open House
Chamber Member Buckeye Industries is having an Open House to introduce their new styrofoam recycling center April 14th
33851 Curtis Blvd.
Suite 207
Eastlake, OH
Ribbon cutting at
11am
Tours & Refrreshments from 11am -2pm
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Fuel Meeting April 21st
Lake County Fairgrounds
“Amish Farm Co-op, Healthy Eating”
1301 Mentor Ave
Painesville
For more information email
fuel
lakecounty
gmailcom
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Lake County Chambers KidzBiz May 4th
8:15 -9:30am
James A. Garfield Historic Site,
8095 Mentor Avenue.
Hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters.
RSVP at 440-266-1677.
Thank you to all who attended and made the Western Lake County Chamber Annual Luncheon and Business Awards a great success!
A special thanks to our committee:
Jessica Forsythe, Committee Chair
Vicki Cooper, ABC Learning & Childcare
Doug Hogan, First Energy
Bob Struck, Two Men And A Truck
Lisa Timms-Rood, Huntington Bank
And a special thanks to all our chamber members who donated to the silent/Chinese auction:
Bella Hair Designs
Biagio’s Donuts
Dan Contento Insurance
Dee Aufuldish, Civic Member
Marino’s
The Town Printer.com
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Chamber of Commerce Night at the Lake County Captains Thursday, April 28th
6 -7:30pm networking in 1B Party Deck
Game starts at 7pm
“Thirsty Thursday”1/2 off draft beer & pop
Tickets are $9.00 with portion of revenue going to the Chamber
All businesses that purchase at least 10 tickets will have their name shown on the video board and mentioned in a special program insert
Businesses can display some of their literature on the chamber concourse tables this night
Make your reservation by contacting Bill Levy at the Lake County Captains at 440-975-8958 or call the chamber office at 440-943-1134.
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We Welcome These New Members
Click on the links to our new chamber members and see what they have to offer!
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We Thank These Chamber Members For Renewing Their Membership
Click on the links to our chamber members and SHOP LOCAL!
AT&T
AVV Landscaping
Biagio’s Donut Shop & Pizza
C. Pearson Trophy Sales Co.
Capra Homes Inc.
Cleveland Offset Press Co., Inc.
Agency
Charles Haskell, Civic
Dana Industrial Scrap Corporation
Jeff Hagey Floor & Wallcovering
LIM-O-TEC
Marc Industrial
Ronco Service, Inc.
SJK Services
Sadar and Associates
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GrowNOW:
Growing Ohio Small Business NOW through the Ohio Department of Economic Development
GrowNOW gives small business owners a three percent reduction on their bank loan rates, saving upwards of $24,000 over two years! to find a list of eligible participating banks.
Questions? Contact Brittany Williams with the Department of Economic Development at
614-752-8108 or BrittanyWilliamstosohiogov
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It Pays to SaveNOW with the Ohio Treasurer’s Office
SaveNOW is a higher interset savings account which rewards savers with a 3.00% interest rate bonus. For more information on this program through the Ohio Treasurer’s Office please visit
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State of Ohio Campaign For Jobs
A key component of the Campaign for Jobs is regulatory reform. In order to collect ideas for removing barriers to job creation, Lieutenant Governor Taylor recently launched a new website and email address for “Common Sense Initiatives”. Go to to share your common sense solutions and sign-up for periodic updates on the progress of CSI Ohio.
Also, Lietenant Governor Mary Taylor is accepting applications to fill five seats on the Small Business Advisory Council as part of the Common Sense Initiative (CSI). She is looking for individuals with a small business background who can provide guidance to CSI Ohio as they review new rules and regulations and identify those that place adverse financial burdens on Ohio’s job creators. Those interested should contact her office at 614-728-6717 or CSIOhiogovernorohiogov
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Introducing The Lake County Chambers Business Academy
Members of the Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce (WLCCC) are now eligible for discounted rates on a variety of professional development training programs and special events to develop employee talent.
As a member of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, WLCCC is eligible to take part in the newly formed Lake County Chambers Business Academy (LCCBA).
The LCCBA is combined effort among the Lake County Chambers of Commerce, Lakeland Community College’s Continuing Education Department and Center for Business and Industry to provide reduced-cost training.
provides our members with expanded opportunities to cost effectively increase their company workforce skills and make their businesses even better,” said Karen Tercek, president of the WLCCC.
Access to employee training and developmentat the lower rates will be exclusively available to Lake County Chambers of Commerce members.
Courses topics for spring 2011 include: Basic life support training; Microsoft Office; Quickbooks, customer service; entrepreneurship and small business development; human resources; project management; machine technician; leadership and supervision; and web development.
Your special discount code is 11-61-01
For more information, call (440) 525-7171 or
Upcoming Events
July 13 ~ Golf Outing
Save the date for the Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce and Euclid Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing at St. Denis Golf Club. New this year-putting contest & Super Ticket!
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