CHAMBER UPDATES | MAY 29, 2025 | | |
Dear Chamber Leaders,
Holy Cow! That phrase keeps popping into my head as I reflect on all we’ve accomplished and what’s ahead for the Colerain Chamber. It’s an expression of amazement—and I’m amazed.
Over the past five years, this Chamber has grown into something truly special. Whether you're a baseball fan shouting "Holy Cow!" in a Harry Caray voice or just someone who recognizes something exceptional when you see it—there's no doubt we've built something worth celebrating.
Here’s why:
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Each year, we host at least three major signature events, including our upcoming Hometown Hero celebration on June 19th.
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We offer a wide variety of monthly networking and social opportunities—from Reds games and BB Riverboat excursions, to our Third Thursday and Beers & Biz —that build lasting business and personal connections.
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For the last two years, we’ve partnered with Cincy Magazine on a high-quality Colerain community publication, and many of our members have been honored through the Best of the West and our annual Awards Dinner.
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The Northgate mural project, the longest in Cincinnati at 802 feet (Holy Cow!), is coming to life with overwhelming community support and incredible artistry.
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We have an engaged and experienced Chamber Board that includes business owners, Township leadership, and our school district Superintendent—each dedicated to Colerain’s success.
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With over 270 businesses and organizations choosing to be part of this Chamber, we’re proud to be recognized as Ohio’s #1 small Chamber by CCEO in 2021.
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And thanks to our partnership with SOCA, our members save thousands of dollars through exclusive health care options, workers’ compensation discounts, and other valuable programs.
So yes—HOLY COW! There’s a lot to be proud of. And it’s all made possible by your support, involvement, and leadership.
Read on to see what’s next!
All the best!
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Dave
Dave Moravec
President
513-923-5036
president@colerainchamber.org
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She Thrives is the vision of Executive Director Marjean Wedig. While working with a nonprofit ministry supporting women, Marjean recognized a significant unmet need—many women were seeking a safe, supportive space to connect, heal, and grow. She saw firsthand how powerful it was when women came together to share their stories, encourage one another, and move through life’s challenges in community. As she put it, “Together Women Thrive.”
Motivated to meet this need, Marjean invited three passionate women to join her in the fall of 2024. Together, they laid the foundation for She Thrives, a nonprofit dedicated to creating transformative group experiences for women in the community.
Each She Thrives group is designed to provide emotional and healing support, promote mental and physical well-being, foster a sense of belonging through shared interests and networking, and inspire positive, lasting change in women’s lives.
By building strong, supportive communities one group at a time, She Thrives empowers women to not just survive—but to truly thrive.
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Charlie Slaven
charlie@slavengroup.com
(513) 382-3511
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The Slaven Group partners with owners of B2B mid-sized companies across the Midwest to help them achieve greater financial freedom, enjoyment in their work, and improved work-life balance. Through a blend of expert coaching, tailored training, and results-driven communication, The Slaven Group equips businesses to grow stronger and smarter.
What sets The Slaven Group apart is its dynamic team of seasoned leaders—each bringing specialized experience in the key disciplines vital to operational excellence. Their approach fuses best-in-class strategy, thought leadership, and financial insight with a deep commitment to values-based leadership development.
Rooted in Conservative Christian principles, The Slaven Group is committed to helping people and businesses thrive. Their unique focus on accountability, purpose, and progress empowers leadership teams to build sustainable success while staying true to what matters most.
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Follow the Chamber and Team Up to Green Up Colerain On Facebook!
Spring is here... watch for
SNAZZY AWARDS
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TEAM UP TO GREEN UP
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4TH
10:00AM
VIRTUALLY
Team Up to Green Up is a community wide initiative committed to a litter-free area and to preserve the beauty and cleanliness of the community with greater sustainability practices.
Let's work together to reduce our environmental impact and promote eco-friendly practices. For more information email Lora at
teamuptogreencupcolerain@gmail.com
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CHAMBER GOLF LEAGUE
EVERY WEDNESDAY
APRIL THROUGH SEPTEMBER
4:30PM
PEBBLE CREEK GOLF COURSE
9799 Prechtel Road 45252
The Colerain Chamber of Commerce Golf League meets each Wednesday for social golf in a competitive 9 hole format; men and women are encouraged to play.
The league will for 18 weeks at Pebble Creek Golf Course (front 9 one week, back 9 the next) with tee times beginning around 4:45pm each Wednesday. We have been able to expand the league to accommodate play to 20 players.
In addition to weekly regular players, additional players will be able to sign up as weekly "alternate" positions that will be assigned based on available week to week. Every skill level is welcome, this is social completion with play intended to meet each playing level.
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Join us for the Women's Networking. This is a great opportunity to connect with professional women from across the community. Whether you're building new relationships or strengthening existing ones, this is the perfect setting to share ideas, collaborate, and grow.
Guest Speaker:
Jill Morenz
President & CEO of Aviatra Accelerators
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WOMEN'S NETWORKING
TUESDAY, JUNE 10TH
12:00-1:30pm
Host Location:
Asbury Chapel and Arts Center
At Monfort Heights Methodist Church
3682 West Fork Rd. 45247
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Pre-registration is necessary
Upcoming Host Locations:
July 8th - Friendship Baptist Church
August 12th - Ohio Living Llanfair
September 9th - White Oak Gardens
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This Month's Speaker is:
Jim Debold
With over 20 years of experience in corporate leadership and business ownership, Jim Debold brings a wealth of real-world knowledge to his role as a business coach and trainer. Known for his results-driven approach and authentic leadership style, Jim dedicates his career to helping business owners and organizational leaders reclaim their time while continuing to drive growth and performance.
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SALES SUMMIT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11TH
8:30am - 10:00am
VIRTUAL MEETING
Boost your sales skills and network with local professionals at the Colerain Chamber Monthly Sales Summit! This engaging event provides valuable insights, practical strategies, and a supportive space to discuss challenges and successes in the sales world. Whether you're a seasoned sales expert or new to the field, the Sales Summit offers something for everyone.
This month's topic:
We will build upon and continue our discussion about the importance of referrals today. Generation of leads and connections can come in a variety of ways; influential introductions can be the most effective approach if planned properly.
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Are you a 501(c)(3) organization seeking opportunities to
grow your impact?
Do you want to share your story, attract volunteers, and spread the word about your events?
Colerain H.O.P.E. is a collaborative group exclusively for non-profit organizations aiming to network, exchange resources, and build stronger connections within the community. With a clear purpose, this group actively supports four annual events, including the Health & Safety Fair and Colerain Giveback Day, fostering meaningful engagement and community improvement.
Meetings are held monthly on the
2nd Thursday at 4:00 PM
at White Oak Christian Church.
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COLERAIN H.O.P.E
THURSDAY, JUNE 12TH
3:30 Networking
& 4:00-5:00pm Meeting
** Meeting Location **
White Oak Christian Church
3675 Blue Rock Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45247
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Upcoming meetings
at White Oak Christian Church.
July 10th
August 14th
September 11th
October 9th
November 13th
December 4th (at Side by Side)
Please reach out to Gail Nolte at gmnolte@gmail.com for additional details.
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The evening kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with a lively reception & networking featuring delicious offerings from local food truck vendors, games, and a silent auction. The highlight of the night begins at 7:30 p.m., when we proudly recognize and honor this year’s outstanding Hometown Heroes:
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Bill (Seg) Dennison – Beloved WLW Radio personality and Colerain High School alumnus
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Pastor Patrick Barrow – Dedicated Clippard YMCA volunteer
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Charlie Asic – Proud Colerain resident and Vietnam veteran
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Dave Horst – Colerain High School alumnus and passionate community supporter
Event Emcee: Pat Frew, President, Covington Business Council
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HOMETOWN HERO EVENT
THURSDAY, JUNE 19th
5:00 - 9:00pm
Willow Event Center
7881 Colerain Ave.
This event serves as a wonderful way to honor those who have made a difference in our community.
There will also be a fundraiser section of the night with our Silent Auction, Split the Pot and Games. The fundraiser helps the Chamber to raise funds for all the many events we offer throughout the year to support businesses, nonprofits and schools.
If you would like to highlight your business and make a donation with a gift card or silent auction item, contact Beth at info@colerainchamber.org!
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
JUNE 6TH! Get your tickets today!
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THURSDAY, JUNE 26TH
3:30-6:30PM
**THIS MONTH'S LOCATION**
Metropolitan Club
50 E. Rivercenter Blvd #1900
Covington, KY 41011
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Roundtable Discussions:
Revenue Growth
Faith @ Work
Leadership Growth
And a Nonprofit Spotlight
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Beer & Biz Networking
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Beers & Biz is a monthly B2B Networking event that includes monthly topical roundtable discussions and open networking.
Roundtable Discussions are broken into primary areas of leadership roles and function and are designed to be topical discussions facilitated by a local leader in each group. These groups are great opportunities for peer-to-peer engagement, sharing of industry best practices, and real-time learnings and struggles of currently relevant topics.
| While Beer & Biz is not hosted by the Colerain Chamber, Dave serves on the steering committee and we are glad to support this opportunity for our members to connect, network, and engage with business professionals from across the city in a fresh, dynamic setting. The location changes monthly, and we will update our monthly calendar. | | |
Ribbon Cutting ✂️
The Colerain Chamber ribbon-cutting celebration,
and you're invited to join the festivities!
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𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏’𝒔 𝑵𝒆𝒕𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒇𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒇𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄!
We gathered at Colerain Chamber of Commerce member Pour Candle Company / POUR Mobile Wine Bar in College Hill, where owner Zonieke Betts has created the perfect space for creativity and connection. From hand-pouring our own custom candles to sipping cocktails and wine in a cozy, elegant setting — it was the perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and networking.
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The Colerain Chamber Foundation mural is coming right along—rain or shine! Despite the unpredictable weather this month, our talented muralist Brian Beck and a dedicated group of volunteers have been hard at work bringing this vibrant piece to life. We encourage you to drive by or, better yet, take a stroll down the sidewalk to truly appreciate the intricate details unfolding each day. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has lent a hand in painting and supporting this community project. Be sure to follow us on social media for daily updates and progress photos!
Thank you to the individuals and businesses that have made an investment in this community project!
If you are interested in painting, please contact Dave Moravec at the Colerain Chamber of Commerce office by phone or email: president@colerainchamber.org.
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Our Lunch and Learn was a powerful reminder of 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬, 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥. We’re incredibly thankful for our chamber members who shared their time and expertise with us:
𝑺𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒉 𝑲𝒏𝒂𝒑𝒑 – Cybersecurity Analyst, TechSolve, Inc.
𝑬𝒌𝒖 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒎𝒔 – Partner & Practice Leader, IT Audit & Compliance, CyberSure
𝑹𝒐𝒎𝒂 𝑷𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒍 – Owner, TeamLogic IT
Feel free to contact them for your cybersecurity needs.
Special thanks to Mercy McAuley High School for hosting this impactful event!
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We’re thrilled to welcome Redwood Living Apartment Neighborhoods to Colerain Township. 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟕𝟖𝟐 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐞, 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥, this new development brings comfort, convenience, and a sense of home—all in one place.
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What a fantastic evening we had at this month’s 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭, hosted at the beloved Haubner Field, home of the White Oak Athletic Club!
With over 1,500 member families, White Oak Athletic Club has been a cornerstone of our community since 1949, when Joe Haubner and Joe Betsch stood on a hill and imagined the future of what is now White Oak Drive. Today, their vision lives on through vibrant baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and instructional programs for boys and girls.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a great night of networking and to the WOAC board for being such a great host!
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Mural Funding Update
There’s still time to be part of something inspiring! The Colerain Chamber Foundation is just shy of reaching its fundraising goal for the Colerain Community Mural Project, and your support can help bring this vibrant vision to life. Whether you're a business interested in becoming a sponsor or an individual looking to make a meaningful impact, every contribution helps us move closer to celebrating the heart of Colerain through public art. Use the QR code below to make a secure online donation and help us create a lasting symbol of community pride.
Sponsors of $250 or more will be entered into a drawing to participate in the final brushstroke ceremony, recognized in mural publicity, and
receive commemorative T-shirts.
Checks can be sent to:
Colerain Chamber Foundation
4300 Springdale Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45251
Sponsorship Levels:
Bald Eagle Sponsor ($5,000)
Signature Sponsor ($2,500)
Mural Sponsor ($1,000)
Pollinator Sponsor ($500)
Native Plant Sponsor ($250)
Community Sponsors (Any amount of $50 or more)
For more information on Sponsorships email Dave at President@ColerainChamber.org
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SPOTLIGHT CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFIT
| | | Energy costs are a hot topic right now with price increases ahead! The Chamber Energy Program is a premier member benefit offered to over 200 Chambers of Commerce throughout the state of Ohio in partnership with SOCA. Through this program, we help chamber members obtain low electric and natural gas supply rates with favorable terms and conditions. With a credible partner looking out for their bottom line, members can enjoy peace of mind and “budget-ability” when it comes to their utility cost. | |
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ARE YOU TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ALL OF THE CHAMBER BENEFITS?
We have a partnership with providers to offer significant savings to our members on benefits from Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Worker's Comp, Unemployment Administration, HR Services, Payment Processing Systems, LegalShield,
Shipping with FedEx and more!
Visit our website to learn more about the great benefits available to you!
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SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE
Be in the know and stay connected with all Chamber events, happenings and celebrations. Follow us on social media. Also share with us links, promotions, photos and local events and let the Chamber promote for you.
Team Up to Green Up has its own Facebook page as well.
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WE NEED YOUR PROMO ITEMS!
Do you have promotional items that you would like to share with us? We regularly share promotional items at networking events and would love to promote your logo. Please provide 25-50 or 100 items that the Chamber can share.
Dave will also wear a polo, sweater or dress shirt with your logo and tell your story as he meets others. His size is XXL.
Contact Dave or Beth and we will be happy for more details. r? (Audience)
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