2013
APRIL
3Chamber
Networking Luncheon
Hilton Garden Inn Twinsburg
Thursday,
April 11, 2013
11:30 am-1 pm
featuring
speaker
Zoltan Mesko,
NFL Player - New England Patriots
Sponsor: Aurora Farms Premium Outlets ______
Chamber Morning Coffee at
Harry & David
Aurora Farms
Premium Outlets
Wednesday,
April 24, 2013
8 am to 10 am Networking, Gourmet Coffee, Breakfast Treats & Gift Ideas for Administrative Professionals Day!
MAY
Chamber New Member Networking
Luncheon Doogan's of Aurora Wednesday May 15, 2013 11:30 am-1 pm featuringJim Smith, PCC The Executive Happiness Coach Bring a potential new member to this luncheon, and you both register for free! Sponsor: Harman Home Designs
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3Chamber Business to Business
Show
Signature of Solon
Thursday,
May 16, 2013
4 pm to 7 pm REGISTER NOW TO EXHIBIT!
JUNE
Aurora
Business & Community
Golf Outing
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 REGISTER NOW TO SPONSOR OR GOLF!
JULY
All About Aurora
Drive-It-Yourself
Tour
Saturday,
July 20, 2013 10 am to 4 pm
AUGUST 3Chamber Networking Luncheon
Bertram Hotel &
Conference Center
Wednesday,
August 21, 2013 11:30 am to 1 pm
featuring
Congressman
David Joyce Sponsor: Aurora Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
SEPTEMBER Chamber Networking Luncheon
ThornCreek Winery & Gardens
Wednesday,
September 18, 2013
11:30 am to 1 pm
Sponsors: Robinson Health Center at Aurora & Aurora Farms Premium Outlets
OCTOBER
3Chamber
Networking
Luncheon Signature of Solon
Date: TBA
11:30 am to 1 pm Sponsor: Howard Hanna Aurora
NOVEMBER
Aurora's Favorite
Things Luncheon Aurora Community Theatre & Library Gallery
11:30 am to 1 pm
Sponsor:Grande Village DECEMBER Chamber Holiday & Awards PartyMore info to come Sponsored by:The Atrium at Anna MariaMORE EVENTS TO BE ADDED: CHECK www.allaboutaurora.com often for information!
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2013 BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
BRAD DUGUAY
President
Custom
Pultrusions, Inc.
LISA KUSNER
Vice-President
Aurora Farms
Premium Outlets
DOUGLAS WIEDER
Treasurer
Mill Distributors
KAREN BOSLEY
Secretary
Cortland Banks
LORI DAVIS
WildWater Kingdom
DOTTIE DUPUY
Howard Hanna
MICHELLE HARMAN
Harman Home Designs
CHARISSE LOUIS
Charene Creative
JIM MAULIS
Graphics by Design
HOLLY NOVOTNY
Past President
Harry & David
LAURA RADCLIFF
Edwards Jones
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RUSS BENNETT
Liaison
Aurora City Schools
JOHN KUDLEY
Liaison
Aurora City Council
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LAURA HOLMAN
Executive Director
PLATINUM
CHAMBER
SPONSORS
Atrium at
Anna Maria
Aurora Farms
Premium Outlets
Aurora Manor
Skilled Nursing
& Rehabilitation
Howard Hanna
Aurora
Robinson Health
Center at Aurora
GOLD CHAMBER
SPONSORS
Cortland Banks
Fifth Third Bank
Grande Village
Harman Home
Designs
Record Publishing
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2013 Community & Events Guides
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2013 Aurora Community & Events Guides are here!
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Renewal
"Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing processes of growth, renewal, and transformation in our lives."Dear Members and Friends,
Happy spring!
The change of seasons provides a wonderful reminder that we are, as all in nature is, constantly evolving. I hope this finds you well prepared for the forthcoming season in both your personal and professional lives.
Here at the Chamber, we are pleased to hear the songbirds announcing their return, and eagerly anticipate the colors of spring that will soon follow. We are working hard to refresh our website, review our member benefits, and yes: update our membership directories. If you have not yet renewed your membership, now is the perfect time to do so! Volunteers of our Membership committee have been working diligently to call those of you have not yet submitted your renewal. If you've simply forgotten, please do it now! If there is a reason you have not renewed, please share that information with us. The decision is yours, and will be respected, but we sincerely value your input and feedback. We will be removing from our database any members who do not renew by April 30, 2013.
Speaking of input: the City is currently revising its Sign Code, and as the collective voice for business, the Chamber is uniquely qualified to represent you in this process. Please email Lisa at assistant@allaboutaurora.com to RSVP for a member forum on Thursday, April 18 from 9-11am in the Howard Hanna Community Room. We will gather specific, constructive suggestions that, when combined, will aide the City in updating the Sign Code. Your voice matters! If you cannot attend this forum, please contact the office and we will gather your input. Please feel free to pass along this information to any non-member businesses who might be interested.
April is another busy month for Chamber members!
Here are highlights: contact us with news about your business or organization so we can share it!
Charm Salon & Boutique will celebrate a Grand Opening ribbon cutting Friday, April 19th from 4-6pm. See more information below, and prepare to be charmed by this new business!
Wednesday, April 24th is Administrative Professionals Day. I suggest they call it Lifesaver Day! I know all of you who call or stop by the office appreciate Lisa Dreimiller's kind and helpful nature. What you might not know is how much the Board of Directors and I rely on Lisa to keep things running smoothly at the Chamber. I admire how Lisa genuinely cares about both doing her job well and serving others. Please consider taking a moment to thank Lisa for all she does every day for the Aurora Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau.
Also, join us at Harry & David from 8-10am the morning of Administrative Professionals Day! You can enjoy flavored coffee and delicious breakfast treats while shopping for the lifesaver(s) at your business!
The United Way of Portage County invites you to celebrate the finale of their 2013 Campaign at a Tailgating Celebration Friday, April 26 from 5:30-8p at the Rusty Nail in Kent. Scroll down for more information. Congratulations to the United Way for helping us LIVE UNITED!
Hey: what's the good news?!?
AURORA will be featured in a segment to air on Fox8's
New Day Cleveland Monday, April 29th from 10-11am.
SET THAT DVR!
Before long, May will be here. Here's what's happening:
Thursday, May 16, from 4-7pm at Signature of Solon will be our annual 3Chamber Business to Business Show.
My sincere apologies for the incorrect information in our last newsletter. Please register for this event today: I am certain you will benefit from this opportunity to network with other business professionals and get inspired by our speaker, Dr. Jason Carthen of Redeemed Management & Consulting. Dr. Carthen is a visionary, scholar, author, and former professional athlete who will present on the topic of "Unlocking Million Dollar Sales for Your Business". CLICK HERE for a registration form.
Wednesday, May 22, we are pleased to announce the return of our popular New Member Luncheon. Doogan's of Aurora has once again generously offered to host this opportunity for you and another potential member to enjoy a free lunch! Mid-year incentives will be offered to new members who join that day, and we will enjoy a presentation by Jim Smith, the Executive Happiness Coach. Jim will remind us how we control so much in our business and personal lives when we choose to approach every situation with positivity. Registration for this luncheon will begin after our April 11th 3Chamber Luncheon in Twinsburg, and an email will be sent.
Here's looking forward to a season of energized renewal. Please be in touch to let us know how we can best support your efforts to grow and flourish. We really should talk about it.
Now let's get busy....there is much to do!
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Your Input is Important . . .
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Stark State College Workforce Development Electronic Survey: Week of April 8, 2013
In April 2013, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will be releasing its Round 3 - Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) grant program RFP. The program provides eligible institutions of higher education with funds to expand and improve their ability to deliver education and career training programs that can be completed in two years or less, and are suited for workers who are eligible for training under the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) for Workers Program as well as other adults. Stark State College is considering applying to the TAACCCT program but first it must assess the workforce needs of businesses in the region to determine if common skill sets training could be developed to strengthen the current and future workforce in the region.
Because of our commitment to workforce development through education, the Aurora Chamber of Commerce supports these efforts and will be working collaboratively with Stark State College to distribute an electronic survey to our members during the week of April 8, 2013. We encourage you to watch for an e-mail from us containing a link to the survey which we encourage you to complete if you have workforce development needs that might be addressed by a collaboration with the College. As a member of multiple business-related organizations, you may receive this email and survey more than one time. Please note that it is only necessary to respond to the survey one-time during this process.
Please feel free to contact the Chamber if you have any questions: 330-562-3355 or director@allaboutaurora.com.
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3Chamber Networking Luncheon . . .
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Aurora-Solon-Twinsburg Chambers of Commerce
Hilton Garden Inn8971 Wilcox DriveTwinsburg, OH 44087Guest Speaker: Zoltan Mesko New England Patriots PunterTopic: "The Parallels Between Business & Football"ONLINE REGISTRATIONReservations must be prepaid: $25.00 per member and guests $35.00 per non-member
Aurora Luncheon Sponsor:
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May Chamber Networking Luncheon
Happiness @TheSpeedofLife:
Five Prescriptions for Living and Leading
in a Turbulent World
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
11:30 am to 1:00 pm Doogan's of Aurora
Speaker: Jim Smith, PCCExecutive and Life coach, International Speaker, Author, and Change Strategist
This interactive talk will provide you foundational principles for living and leading a happier, more balanced life in a world gone crazy! You will leave with five specific actions you can practice to improve the strength of your "positive emotional muscles" and increase your experience of happiness in life and work. If you lead an organization, these practices will help you better engage others and build a more positive workplace. Learn more about Jim at www.TheExecutiveHappinessCoach.com
Luncheon Sponsor:
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3Chamber Business to Business ShowAurora-Solon-Twinsburg Chambers
Thursday, May 16, 2013 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Signature of Solon 39000 Signature Drive Solon, OH 44139
90+ Exhibitors! Aurora, Solon and Twinsburg Chambers of Commerce proudly present the 6th Annual 3Chamber Business to Business Show. "Get Connected" - the three chambers want to connect businesses to businesses and people to people. With over 90 exhibitors present, amazing connections are waiting to be made!
Get Connected with Speaker: Dr. Jason D. Carthen President/CEO Redeemed Management & Consulting
Presentation exclusively for Show Vendors: 3:00 pm "Unlocking Key Business Tools for Exceptional Results"
Presentation for Show Attendees: 4:45 pm "Unlocking Million Dollar Sales for Your Business
VISIT OUR FREE "TASTE OF THE CHAMBERS"
Admission: Business Card or Show Ticket Required
Platinum Sponsors: Aurora Farms Premium Outlets, Solon HoneyBaked Ham, University Hospitals
Gold Sponsors:
Anthem, Best Reward Credit Union, Liberty Ford, ThornCreek Winery & Gardens, VMS Visual Marketing Systems
Silver Sponsors:
Atrium at Anna Maria, Astrotravel Service Inc., Doogan's of Aurora, Grande Village, Harman Home Designs, Hunter Temporary Services, Leverity Insurance, Mayfield Collision Centers, Ohio Savings Bank,
Solon Pointe at Emerald Ridge
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Charm Salon & Boutique Grand Opening
Friday, April 19, 2013 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ribbon Cutting at 4:00 pm Appetizers, Drinks, and Raffle Prizes!
14 New Hudson Road Aurora, OH 44202 330-562-0144
Join us and experience the "Charm" of Aurora's newest salon located in the historical part of town. At Charm they take ordinary ideas and make them "extra"ordinary.
Charm's Mission: To be a difference maker in every life they touch, by using their gifts to their fullest potential and bringing forth the true beauty from the inside-out.
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Connect with fellow Chamber Members
at Harry & David for Gourmet Coffee and Breakfast Treats!
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
8:00 am to 10:00 am Aurora Farms Premium Outlets 549 South Chillicothe Road Aurora, OH 44202
While you are there let Harry & David help you pick out the perfect gift for Administrative Professionals Week (at a special discount). This free event is sponsored by Harry & David. ______________________________________________________
Please join us in celebration of the 2012 CAMPAIGN FINALE!
Friday, April 26, 20135:30 pm to 8:00 pm The Rusty Nail Steakhouse Banquet Facility7291 State Rt. 43Kent, OH Guest Speaker: Paul Haynes,Head Football Coach Kent State University
WEAR YOUR FAVORITE TEAM COLORS! TAILGATE PARTY: Hors d'oeuvres, Barbecue Dinner, 50/50 Drawing, Silent Auction, Door Prizes and Cash Bar $35.00 per person To reserve a table please contact Stephanie at 330-297-1424, ext. 113 or Maureen at 330-297-1424, ext. 110. PRINT FLYER _________________________________
The Trails of Hudson invite you to the
Grand Opening of Hudson's brand new single-story, luxury apartment community.
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, May 4 & Sunday, May 5, 2013
10:00 am to 4:00 pm 5251 Hudson Drive Hudson, OH 44236 330-687-7709 TrailsofHudson@RedwoodManagement.net www.TrailsofHudson.com
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Chamber Committee Updates . . .
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Economic Development Committee
Our Economic Development Committee is working to continue the momentum started by our successful "Aurora is Open for Business" event and foster effective communication between businesses and our local government.
MEETING: Monday, April 8, 2013 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Howard Hanna Conference Room
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Membership Committee
Our Membership Committee is working to ensure your membership is most valuable and effective. Please consider joining us to share ideas and work together towards our goal of an engaged membership. In coming months, you can look forward to seeing new ideas put into action at our Networking Luncheons and other events!
MEETING: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 8:00 am to 9:00 am Aurora Chamber of Commerce Conference Room
WELCOME to our newest Aurora Chamber
of Commerce Members!
Imagine That
Chris & Jamie Gentile
Little Acorn Media LLC Gabe Arnold, Rachel Hunziker
Summa Western Reserve Hospital Kathy Romito, Pauline Dorenkott
Trails of Hudson Marge Hovan, Anita Begovic
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Scholarship Committee
Every year the Aurora Chamber of Commerce presents scholarships to outstanding seniors at Aurora High School. We hold fundraisers throughout the year to raise money for these scholarships.Please call the Chamber office if you are interested in joining this committee or otherwise supporting this very worthy cause in 2013.
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Pro-Business/Tourism Committee
A special thanks to members of this committee who helped make our Business & Community Showcase an incredible success!
Meeting: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 9:00 am to 10:00 am Aurora Farms Conference Room
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