CHAMBER SNAPSHOT - MARCH 6, 2024

I came across a version of this graphic the other day and thought it would work well for our Chamber! If you aren't a member and wonder why you should join, here are some great ideas!


Look below for TWO ribbon cuttings coming up at Strickland Brothers and Taqueria El Comal. We are excited for the growth of both of these great businesses!


Get registered for our Women Mean Business Luncheon coming up on March 18. It's going to be a great and inspiring program!


And don't forget to nominate a woman for our 2024 WMB Awards. See more information below!


If you haven't gotten your Eclipse glasses or need more information about what is happening locally, then check out https://www.travelbutlercounty.com/ for all that is happening leading up to April 8!


Have a great week!


Peggy

Energy Aggregation

The City of Fairfield recently selected Dynegy Energy Services to be the City's electric aggregation supplier. The new negotiated electricity generation rate is highly competitive at $0.0617 per KWh. The new rate starts in April 2024 and ends in May 2025.

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CALENDAR


March 6 - Women Mean Business - 9:00 AM

March 11 - CareerFest Planning Committee - 12:00 PM

March 13 - Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors - Noon

March 14 - Chamber Networking Lunch - 11:30 AM

March 15 - Ribbon Cutting - Strickland Brothers - 11:00 AM

March 18 - Women Mean Business Quarterly Lunch - 11:30 AM

March 20 - Leadership Fairfield - 8:30 AM

March 21 - BRAVE - Taqueria El Comal - 5:30 PM

March 27 - Ribbon Cutting - Taqueria El Comal - 11:00 AM

March 28 - Business After Hours - Fairfield Community Foundation - 4:30 - 6:00 PM

For a full calendar of events and registrations,

please visit www.fairfieldchamber.com

NEW MEMBERS

Public Pharmacy

6601 Dixie Highway Suite B

Fairfield, Ohio 45014

513-877-0184

https://www.publicpharmacyohio.com

Welcome to Public Pharmacy, your neighborhood drug store that you can trust for your health. At Public Pharmacy we will make your prescriptions ready in a timely, hassle-free, and affordable manner. We will contact your provider for refills and we can deliver your prescriptions right at your door. We are a pharmacy that is committed to providing the best professional patient education, convenience, compassionate care, and best customer service. If you are managing a chronic illness like diabetes, heart failure, arthritis, hepatitis, HIV, etc. please ask for expert advice from your well-trained pharmacist. We accept nearly all insurance plans and provide very competitive prices to customers who do not have health insurance.

Want to join the Chamber?

CLICK HERE TO APPLY TODAY!

MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES

March 21 5:30 PM

Taqueria El Comal

3385 Princeton Road Hamilton, Ohio 45011


Hey there, young professionals! Get ready to expand your network while enjoying some fun at the BRAVE Networking kickoff party at Taqueria El Comal - Bridgewater Falls! It's the perfect opportunity to connect with peers eager to make their mark, share ideas, and support each other's careers. Whether you're new to networking or a seasoned expert, this event promises engaging conversations, fun icebreakers, and delicious bites from Taqueria El Comal's menu.


Join us for a night where connections are made, and opportunities bloom. Bring your enthusiasm, your appetite, and most importantly, your BRAVE spirit. Let's make this the beginning of something great. Be part of a community ready to network, learn, and grow together. Don't miss out on this chance to mix, mingle, and jump-start your professional journey at Taqueria El Comal! See you there!

Let us know you are coming!

Women Mean Business, an integral part of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to the education, elevation, and empowerment of women in the workplace. Your engagement echoes the spirit of our mission, and together, we can celebrate and honor the remarkable achievements of women in our community.


Nomination Process:

Nominations can be submitted by individuals, organizations, or educational institutions. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, please provide a detailed description of the nominee's qualifications and contributions. The online nomination form is accessible on the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce website from January 1, 2024, until March 31, 2024.


If you have any questions or need assistance before beginning the nominations process, please feel free to reach out. We are here to support you every step of the way.


Thank you once again for your dedication to Women Mean Business and for contributing to the recognition of outstanding women in our business community. Together, we can make a significant impact on the advancement and empowerment of women in the workplace.


Our Awards will be given our at a luncheon on June 18, 2024.

Nominations Form

Equal Pay Day marks the ongoing struggle for gender pay equity, highlighting the disparity between men's and women's earnings. Originating in the United States in 1996, the National Committee on Pay Equity established this observance to symbolize how far into the year women must work to earn what men earned in the previous year. Since its inception, Equal Pay Day has expanded globally, with various countries adopting their own dates to raise awareness and advocate for fair wages, addressing systemic biases and promoting policies that ensure equal pay for equal work.


Join with other women in our area to EMPOWER one another through knowledge! Learn more about the inequalities in pay and the workplace. Tickets are $20 per person.

Register for the lunch
Let us know you're coming!

CELEBRATIONS

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change

Friday, March 15, 2024

11:00 AM

800 Nilles Road Fairfield, OH 45014


We aim to provide dependable services and quality products for a fair price in a friendly, honest and accommodating environment. We will never pressure you to buy any service or part, or recommend any service that is not immediately needed. We take pride in providing our customers with fast and friendly oil change and preventative maintenance services. Stop by one of our convenient locations and discover the difference of fast and friendly hometown service!

Taqueria El Comal

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

11:00 AM

3371 Princeton Road Hamilton, OH 45011


Authentic Mexican Cuisine We strive to bring you the best authentic Mexican food in a comfortable environment that makes you feel right at home. Our delicious food, combined with our amazing cantina will give you an experience that you cannot find just anywhere. Stop in at any of our Two locations, and experience the difference with our fresh ingredients and excellent customer service.

JOB POSTINGS

CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFITS

Employer Handicap Reimbursement Program name change

The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) Employer Handicap Reimbursement Program is designed to encourage employers to hire and retain employees with pre-existing medical conditions. In some circumstances the employer may be eligible for reimbursement of a percentage of claim charges if an employee with a pre-existing condition suffers a lost time industrial injury or occupational disease and documentation supports that the pre-existing condition delayed the employee’s recovery.


The BWC has recently proposed terminology changes related to this program. Effective April 6, 2023, Ohio Revised Code 4123.343 was revised, and the term “handicapped employee” was replaced with “employee with a disability”. To align with the 2023 change, the BWC is updating references from “handicap reimbursement” to “disability relief”. These updates affect code terminology only and do not change program eligibly criteria.


To prepare for this upcoming terminology change, Sedgwick has begun updating correspondence materials to reflect the change from “handicap reimbursement” to “disability relief” and expect those updates to be completed soon. Although the program name is changing, Sedgwick cost containment services will continue to be best-in-class. Our dedicated team of experienced disability relief colleagues will continue to review eligible claims for relief opportunity, file disability relief applications, and achieve favorable outcomes on behalf of our clients.


If you have any questions, contact our Sedgwick program manager, Julia Bowling, at julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or phone 513-218-4062.

WEEKLY DIGEST

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On Monday, April 8th, Jungle Jim’s International Market will host an outdoor viewing party at The Oscar Station from 2 PM-4 PM to watch the total solar Eclipse.


For just $5 per person, guests can enjoy music and family-friendly activities like cornhole and giant Jenga and purchase a variety of themed snacks and drinks while they wait for the Eclipse. Admission also includes complimentary Eclipse glasses to watch the total Eclipse safely. Event attendees are encouraged to bring their chairs for comfort, and with Jungle Jim’s right across the street, guests can grab their favorite food and drinks to enjoy the evening further.


The total Eclipse is projected to arrive at 3:09 PM on April 8th and last anywhere from 45 seconds to 1 minute and 42 seconds. For those considering watching the Eclipse, this event offers fun before and after the totality begins! Tickets are available now.



Check out the latest Fairfield Flyer for all that is happening around the area!