New Committees Launched For 2018

In The Know

The Weekly Newsletter of The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce

February 16, 2018

Today's Featured Video

Leadership Lessons from the Presidents

Overcoming the Crucibles of Life to Find Success

Bestselling author and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin explains the leadership lessons she has learned from over 40 years of studying United States Presidents. Chief among these lessons is the importance of persisting through adversity. May we use this Presidents' Day as an opportunity to learn from the important leaders of the past, applying those lessons in our efforts to shape the future.

New Committees Formed For 2018

Are You Ready To Get Involved?

Committees have long been an important part of the chamber with some in place for many years and others formed to tackle a specific issue or project.

2018 marks the launch of a new, revamped list of committees that have been formed based on your input, lots of research, feedback from other chambers and an overall goal of having relevant, important issues and topics addressed on a regular basis. This is the place where you can put your passion, interests and expertise to good use and truly get engaged in the chamber and business communities. The goal is not to just add another meeting to your schedule but to bring together committed, working groups who set goals, large and small, and make sure they are met.

Please take a look at the attached 2018 Committee List by clicking here . You'll see some long-standing committees in addition to new ones. Email Tricia Maple directly, at [email protected], if you have an interest in serving on or chairing a committee or if you have questions. We look forward to your input and energy as the new committees come together.

The Chamber Hosts Its Second Annual Trip Abroad: “Shades of Ireland”

The Chamber’s inaugural trip to Prague, Vienna, and Budapest in the summer of 2017 was a globetrotting success and the 2018 excursion is shaping up to be the same. There are still spots available for “Shades of Ireland”, departing Monday, September 3, 2018. This 10-day trip, guided by world-renowned Collette Travel , hits all of the must-see stops including Dublin, the Cliffs of Mohr, the Blarney Castle, the House of Waterford Crystal, and more. Prices start at just $3599 per person for double occupancy and include 13 meals, round-trip air from Pittsburgh International Airport, lodging, taxes, and fees. Last year's travelers have rave reviews about everything from the organization and service that Collette provided to the food and special events that they enjoyed. They especially enjoyed the freedom to stay with the large group, if they chose, or enjoy the sites on their own. Click here to view the complete Chamber trip abroad website with all of the details.

Member Morsels

Remember to visit individual member websites by clicking on the business name or logo.

Looking for a local escape from the winter blues? Warm Up and Getaway to The Inn at Franciscan Square and its ongoing winter special. Starting this week and continuing until February 28, 2018, The Inn will be offering special prices starting at $65 that include a complimentary hot breakfast, complimentary wireless Internet, an indoor heated pool, 100 percent smoke-free guestrooms, a seasonal outdoor patio and fire pit, and much more. This one-time introductory rate can be booked by calling 740.792.8050. The rate is based upon availability and offered for a one-time use. More information can be found here .

A recent study estimated that 71 percent of all alleged sexual abuse occurs in the workplace, and until recently, only 25.7 percent was reported to employers. With the explosive, almost daily media coverage focusing on harassment in the workplace, employers should be reviewing their workplace conduct policies and training supervisors and employees alike on these issues. Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney’s Labor & Employment lawyers are ready to help. Please let us know if you would like to learn more about updating your policies or conducting training. Please c ontact Tiffany Jenca here or 412.562.3997.

A free screening of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul will be held Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 11 a.m. at the Brightway Center along 2511 County Road 15 in Rayland, Ohio. This movie day is part of the Quest for Success program sponsored by the Jefferson County Educational Service Center and is open to all county students. Lunch will also be provided for attendants.

Quest for Success offers programs on Monday to Thursday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the McKinley Building, located at 1400 Adams St. in Steubenville. The program is open to county students in grades 5-8. About 35 children currently take part, while additional events are provided on some weekends. The goal is to increase opportunities for students to succeed in literacy, mathematics, social development, family support, and community involvement. Quest for Success is funded through the 21st Century Grant from the Ohio Department of Education and works in conjunction with Coleman Professional Services, Franciscan University of Steubenville, and Brightway Center.

For more information about this weekend’s event or transportation needs, please contact program coordinator Mark Masloski at 740.283.3347. A flier for the event can be found by clicking here .

McDonnell Chiropractic is pleased to announce that it has expanded its services to include acupuncture. Make an appointment now at their Steubenville location by calling 740.314.5812. Office hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays - 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesdays - 8 a.m.to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.to 5 p.m. McDonnell is also open one Saturday a month for your convenience, from 9 a.m.–11 a.m. Learn more about McDonnell Chiropractic service by clicking here to visit their website.

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Jefferson County

Safety Council Luncheon

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Eastern Gateway Community College

11:30 a.m. Registration 12 p.m. Presentation

$15 per person

All Welcome. You need not be a Safety Council member. Lunch provided by Manfred's .

Please register in advance by calling 740.282.6226

Speaker : Joshua Grappy, UAS Program Coordinator - Ohio Workers Comp

Presentation: Drones: Commercial Uses, Regulations & Best Practices

Mr. Grappy will discuss the various industries currently using drones for increased efficiency and safety along with the current FAA regulations required to operate commercially and the best practices involved to ensure safe operation. He will also describe how the Ohio Bureau of Worker's Compensation is using drones and the types of assistance they can provide to Ohio employers interested in creating their own drone program.

2018 Tri-State

Home & Garden Show

Friday, March 23rd through Sunday, March 25th

St. Florian Hall

286 Luray Drive, Wintersville

Exhibitor Price

$350 Chamber Members

$450 Non-Members

Co-sponsored by the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce , this three-day event is a great opportunity to put your name in front of literally thousands of attendees. Last year, over 4,000 attendees came out to gather information and meet local businesses ranging from home-related products and services to financial institutions, computer, and WiFi services, and more. The Home & Garden Show is a great first-quarter advertising and promotional tool for businesses and organizations of any size or type.

For more information, please contact Rob Vandine at Wheelhouse Creative.

The Chamber offices will be closed on Monday, February 19th in observance of Presidents' Day. They will reopen at 9 a.m.

Tuesday morning.

To RSVP or get more information on any Chamber event, please visit the Chamber website and click on the event you wish to view on the scrolling event calendar. Or print a hard copy by clicking the button below.

February 2018 Chamber Calendar

Around the State. Around the Country.

Up-to-Date Information from the Ohio and United States Chamber of Commerce

Ohio Chamber Testifies

In Support of HB 98

The Ohio Chamber of Commerce recently testified at the Senate Education Committee in support of House Bill 98. This bill provides access to representatives of businesses or institutions of higher education that wish to present possible opportunities to high school students.

This is very timely legislation, in that workforce development and finding workers to meet the demands of businesses for present and future needs is an immense challenge for nearly every employer.

At a time that businesses are having difficulty finding a qualified workforce, this will provide much needed information for prospective students that may not be aware of all the opportunities for training and employment that are available to them.

The Ohio Chamber believes that having guaranteed access to high school students gives employers the ability to educate and inform students of the sustainable, good paying in-demand jobs that could be available to them in the future.

Read the article in its entirety by clicking here .

30 Years, 300 Jobs: How One Immigrant Entrepreneur Built a Booming Pittsburgh Business through Trade and Innovation

When Lalit Chordia left India in the 1980s to pursue a PhD at Carnegie Mellon University, he had every intention of returning home after graduation. That was 30 years ago, and he says he’s not going anywhere now.

He’s a Pittsburgh Steelers season ticket holder now, and on the board of his local children’s hospital. On Friday nights you can often find him at Donato’s, a local favorite, before catching a movie with his wife. In short, Chorida has fallen in love with Steel City. It’s also where he’s helped create more than 300 jobs through Thar Process, the company he built in his adopted home.

“I’ve seen the city grow, and I’ve grown with it,” Chordia said. “The city is bright, growing and heading in the right direction, and we’ve contributed in a small way to that.”

In the U.S., Chordia has been able to live his dream of being both a scientist and a businessman.

Read the article in its entirety by clicking here .

The Library Link

Great Books About Business With Just A Click

Your link to success begins at the library. Each week in "In The Know,"

The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will directly connect

you to a business book or magazine that will inspire, teach, inform, or elevate you, professionally and personally. This week's book is:

When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

by Daniel H. Pink

Everyone knows that timing is everything. But we don't know much about timing itself. Our lives are a never-ending stream of "when" decisions: when to start a business, schedule a class, get serious about a person. Yet we make those decisions based on intuition and guesswork.

Timing, it's often assumed, is an art. In When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing , Pink shows that timing is really a science. Drawing on a rich trove of research from psychology, biology, and economics, Pink reveals how best to live, work, and succeed.

View or download the book by clicking here .

Today in History

- February 16, 1878 -

The Bland-Allison Act was passed, which made the coinage of silver dollars legal again in the United States. Minting silver currency had become a huge political and economic issue at the time, since the U.S. economy was backed by actual gold and silver deposits. Congress caused a financial panic in 1873 when it decided to end the bimetallic standard (minting both gold and silver coins) and ceased purchasing silver. Missouri Congressman Richard Bland advocated for a return to silver coinage and was backed by western mining interests, leading to the successful passage of this act. However, silver and gold would remain a hot-button issue well into the 1900s. For more information, please see this article .