CHAMBER UPDATES | AUGUST 28, 2025 | | |
Chamber Leaders,
As I recently looked back at the growth of the Colerain Chamber of Commerce, I was struck by how far we’ve come since our founding in 2014. What started as a small group has become a thriving network with data and impact, we could have only dreamed of a decade ago.
Here are a few highlights that show the strength of our Chamber today:
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272 Active Members – Over half (138) are small businesses with fewer than 10 employees, showing our continued commitment to supporting entrepreneurs while also serving larger organizations.
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174 Members Since 2020 – That’s more than 60% of our membership joining in just the past five years.
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39 Original Members Still Active – Out of our first 64 members in 2014, nearly 40 are still with us. Many of these trailblazers are now sustaining sponsors. Thank you for leading the way!
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49 Nonprofit Partners – Thanks to our Colerain H.O.P.E. initiatives, nonprofits have a strong place at our table, bringing community connection that sets us apart from other Chambers in Cincinnati.
And why do members join?
- Community Exposure – 40.4%
- Marketing – 20.6%
- Ancillary Benefits – 22.8%
- Networking – 15.1%
Each business has a main reason for joining, but don’t forget there are many other ways to take advantage of your Chamber membership.
Finally, delighted members are the best ambassadors. If you know someone who should be part of the Colerain Chamber, please invite them to one of our upcoming events or let us know so we can reach out.
Together, we’re building something special in Colerain. Thank you for being part of the journey.
Best wishes,
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Dave
Dave Moravec
President
513-923-5036
president@colerainchamber.org
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Tasha Randle is an executive coach, career strategist, and CEO of The 828 Leadership Group. She helps organizations build people-first cultures where performance and well-being can co-exist — and guides individuals to design aligned careers that sustain high performance.
Across 15+ years at Procter & Gamble and Hallmark Cards, Tasha delivered growth on brands like Tide and led behavior shifts on Tampax. She’s known for turning human insights into profitable strategy and building values-aligned teams.
Tasha also leads the Congruent Career Accelerator, an 8-week group coaching experience for high-achieving women of faith seeking clarity on what’s next and a strategic, God-aligned plan for their work.
Learn more and join the Congruent Career Accelerator waitlist: discovery.828leadershipgroup.com/CCA-Waitlist
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ATLAS CPAs & Advisors
3737 W Fork Road
Cincinnati, OH 45247
Phone: (513) 771-4100
Fax: (513) 771-1128
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Atlas CPAs & Advisors is a national firm with a small firm feel. We have two offices locally in Wyoming & White Oak where we specialize in being a one-stop shop for small to mid-sized businesses. We offer tax preparation/planning/advisory services, bookkeeping, assurance work, and payroll services to many of our local clients.
With a local Cincinnati presence, we offer a hands-on, personalized care of our clients. Whether your needs relate to CPA services in general, or more-advanced aspects of tax preparation, financial planning, business valuation, or investment management – ATLAS Cincinnati can handle the job. We are more than a CPA business consultant. Our Cincinnati, OH CPA team cares about your current needs, as well as your financial future. We aim to be a valuable resource to you and your business, both during- and outside of- the tax season, by providing holistic care and a proactive approach. Our CPA consulting services offer advanced tax strategies designed to improve your position for tax savings, with an overall improvement to your financial health.
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LADD
3603 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45229
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Guided by the belief that every person has ability and value, LADD (Living Arrangements for the Developmentally Disabled) empowers adults with developmental disabilities to live, work, and connect in their communities. Founded fifty years ago by families and advocates seeking alternatives to institutional care, the agency now supports up to 1,000 adults each year through residential education, housing, social development, and employment.
Over the decades, LADD has become a pioneer in building inclusive environments and piloting new models of support. As needs evolve, the organization continues to expand its services embracing technology to promote independence, while remaining deeply rooted in compassion, excellence, and advocacy. For more info, visit laddinc.org.
The Colerain Chamber is excited to welcome LADD as they bring new housing opportunities to Colerain Township, further enriching our community with their mission and vision for a more inclusive future.
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Get a quote:
Call Jon
(513) 405-3444
or email plans to:
siemersllc@outlook.com
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Siemers LLC, established in 2016, is a trusted demolition contractor with expertise in construction management, commercial construction, and building restoration. Since its founding, the company has doubled its volume annually by combining knowledge of modern architectural design with safe, efficient, and timely deconstruction practices.
From transforming retail spaces through countless “white box” projects for malls and national chains, to performing specialized restaurant demolitions while locations remain open, Siemers LLC brings precision and adaptability to every job. Their work also spans large-scale commercial projects, including hospitals, educational facilities, government buildings, vocational schools, universities, and corporate campuses across the Midwest.
Driven by experience, innovation, and a commitment to safety, Siemers LLC continues to be a reliable partner for clients seeking high-quality demolition solutions.
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Adam G. Higgins
Financial Advisor Associate
(513) 794-5018
higginsa@stifel.com
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A youthful veteran in the financial services industry, Adam Higgins with Stifel, brings a hands-on, personalized approach to wealth management. He is a lifelong member of the Colerain community and raises his own children in the same neighborhoods that shaped him. Along with other members of The Todd Group, Adam is deeply committed to helping individuals and families from all walks of life pursue their financial goals. He specializes in tax-efficient planning and investing, tailoring strategies that align with each client’s unique goals and priorities. From helping clients seeking to grow wealth or prepare for retirement to navigating life’s financial crossroads, Adam offers clear, forward-thinking guidance grounded in trust, experience, and a genuine connection to the community he proudly calls home.
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We’re excited to welcome Total Office Source back to the Colerain Chamber as they celebrate their new, larger location in Harrison, Ohio!
Locally owned and committed to exceptional service, Total Office Source offers a complete range of products for businesses—including office supplies, paper, janitorial and sanitation products, breakroom essentials, packaging and shipping materials, envelopes, labels, healthcare supplies, and even promotional items.
What makes them stand out is their streamlined process: one purchase order, one delivery, one invoice, and a dedicated representative to serve your account. With 95% of orders delivered the next business day at no extra cost and no minimum order requirements, they make doing business easier and more affordable.
Their motto says it best: “Our business is to take care of your business.” Total Office Source backs that promise with knowledgeable account representatives, free delivery with their own fleet, and a commitment to providing top-quality products at the lowest prices.
We’re thrilled to have them rejoin the Chamber and look forward to supporting their continued growth in our community!
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TEAM UP TO GREEN UP
WED. SEPTEMBER 3RD
ANNUAL PICNIC!!
11:30-1:00PM
GERMANIA SOCIETY
3529 W. Kemper Road
We hope you can join us for this lunch provided by the Chamber and Germania. Please RSVP so we know how much food to prepare.
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CHAMBER GOLF LEAGUE
EVERY WEDNESDAY
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 continue 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.
With only about 6 weeks remaining in the season, please let us know if you'd like to check out the league for next year.
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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.
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Mark your calendars for upcoming locations, noon-1:30:
October 14th - Bayley of Green Township
November 11th - Colerain High School
December 9th - Evergreen & Wellspring Retirement Community
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WOMEN'S NETWORKING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
12:00-1:30pm
Host Location:
White Oak Garden Center
3579 Blue Rock Road
Cincinnati, OH 45247
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YIf you would like a boxed lunch, preregistration is required by the Sunday prior to the event.
If you miss the deadline, you’re still welcome to attend—just bring your own lunch. We look forward to having you join this great networking group!
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This Month's Facilitator is:
Kevin Lawson
President
Lighthouse Sales Advisors
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SALES SUMMIT
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
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:
Customer Qualification
The Key to Increasing Your 2nd Half of 2025 Sales Production”
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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.
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COLERAIN H.O.P.E
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH
3:30pm 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:
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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third Thursday).
Playground Equipment Services (PES) is holding its 7th Annual Business Open House / Third Thursday Multi Chamber Networking Event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at their offices and warehouse.
You may invite friends, clients, potential clients to this great event. This is one of the prime networking events of the year.
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THIRD THURSDAY
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH
5:00 - 8:00 PM
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT SERVICES
3460 Oakmeadow Lane
Cincinnati 45239
OAKAOW LANCINCINNATI, OH
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH
3:30-6:30PM
(ALSO TODAY, AUG. 28TH)
**LOCATION**
Gilligan's Brewery
400 Wyoming Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45215
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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. | | |
Women's Networking Luncheon- This month's luncheon was hosted by chamber member Ohio Living Llanfair. We had a fantastic group of women come together to network and make new connections.
Thank you to Chamber members, Mary Beth Zechella and Sally Yeary from LSC | LongSchaefer CPA for helping us sort out the difficult questions of Accounting and Tax for small businesses.
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Our chamber members enjoyed a wonderful outing aboard chamber member
BB Riverboat complete with stunning views of the city, relaxing music, a
delicious dinner, and great company.
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What a fantastic evening at our Third Thursday Networking Event—held at the beautiful Pinecroft at Crosley Estate! We were honored to learn more about 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐢’𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞’𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, supporting young adults overcoming substance abuse and mental health challenges through programs designed to foster community and build relationships. They are now expanding their focus to address high school issues, working to prevent the
growing number of teen suicides.
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SNAZZY AWARD SPOTLIGHT Have you seen the latest SNAZZY AWARD winners? Lora’s been out and about recognizing businesses that help make our community shine! Join us in congratulating this month’s outstanding recipients:
Ohio Living Llanfair, Mt. Airy CURE, and Redwood Living.
Thank you for helping to keep our community SNAZZY!
Lora was also part of the NWLSD Health and Safety Fair educating the community on recycling and sustainability. She led a group of volunteers from Ameritas with Nicole Taulbee, Kayla Holloway, Janelle Smith and Patti Moravec to create a new pollinator garden at Struble Elementary. If you are interested in volunteering with Lora you can reach her at TeamUpToGreenUpColerain@Gmail.com.
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Vinoklet Winery & Restaurant is honored to host a book signing celebrating our founder, Kreso Mikulic—Master Winemaker, CEO, and Engineer. His inspiring life story is now captured in a newly published biography.
Book Signing Times:
September 5–7 | 2–4 PM daily
During the Annual Fall Festival at Vinoklet Winery
This event is a chance to meet the man behind the vineyard, hear about his remarkable journey, and purchase a signed copy of his book.
Born in Croatia, Kreso’s early passion for winemaking led him to the U.S., where he became an accomplished aerospace engineer before fulfilling his dream of building Vinoklet Winery, every vine, pond, and post by hand. Today, Vinoklet is celebrated for its award-winning wines, scenic views, and welcoming atmosphere.
Join us in honoring Kreso Mikulic, a life of determination, craftsmanship, and vision.
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Friendly Faces Wanted for Vinoklet’s Fall Art Festival!
Chamber member Vinoklet Winery is looking for nonprofits or groups of friends to join their team and help make this year’s Fall Art Festival a success! This is a fun way to earn a little extra fundraising money while supporting a beloved community event. Volunteers will assist with selling wine slushies, glasses, bottles, and souvenirs in a lively, fast-paced environment—no money handling required.
Friday–Sunday, September 5–7
$12/hr + meal provided
If your group is reliable, customer-friendly, and ready to bring good energy, email vinokletwinery@fuse.net with your availability, a brief note on experience, and your contact info. Please include “2025 Fall Festival” and your name in the subject line.
Let’s work together to make this festival unforgettable!
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Chamber Benefit Spotlight:
Elavon Payment Processing
Run Your Business Better with Elavon
The right payment solution can help you grow your business, stand out from competitors, and expand your brand. That’s why SOCA has partnered with Elavon to deliver innovative payment processing solutions at exclusive members-only pricing.
Whether your business operates online, in-person, or on the go, Elavon makes accepting credit and debit card payments quick, easy, and secure. More than just a processor, their payment tools help you increase sales, streamline operations, and control costs—so you can focus on what matters most: serving your customers.
Key Advantages of Elavon for Chamber Members
- Accept payments anywhere, anytime – in-store, online, by phone, or on the go
- Contactless tap & pay and mobile wallet technology
- Cloud-based point-of-sale solutions
- All major credit and debit cards plus ACH, e-checks, and gift cards
- Same-day funding, 7 days a week – including weekends and holidays!
- Payment optimization suite – reduce costs with surcharge, debit card, and commercial card optimization programs
- Fraud protection & chargeback management tools
- Use your own bank account – enjoy the same benefits whether you bank locally or elsewhere
- 24/7/365 customer support – real people, ready to help whenever you need it
Why Choose Elavon?
Your business is unique, and your payment solutions should be too. Elavon works as your trusted payments partner, helping you find the right tools to fit your needs and grow with confidence.
👉 To learn more about Elavon Payment Processing or to get started, please contact the Colerain Chamber office at President@ColerainChamber.org
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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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