September 2021 | Issue 9
Upcoming Events
See what's happening this month.

September 16 I 5:30 p.m. I Register
Business After Hours
OASBO

September 20 I 6:45 p.m. I Register
City Council Candidate Forum
Westerville Public Library

September 21 I Noon I Register
Lunch & Learn: Cybersecurity
Chamber Conference Room

October 4 I 6:45 p.m. I Register
Board of Education Candidate Forum
Westerville North Auditorium

October 5 I 8:00 a.m. I Register
Small Office Home Office (SOHO)
Chamber Conference Room

October 7 I 4:30 p.m. I Register
Speed Networking Rescheduled
The Pointe at Polaris - Phase 2

October 20 I 11:30 a.m. I Register
Women in Business Network
The Lakes Golf & Country Club
Upcoming Election Information
Join the Westerville Area Chamber as we host a Candidate Forum for you to meet the candidates running for City Council.

Candidates for Westerville City Council include incumbent Michael Heyeck, along with Dennis Blair, Dr. Coutanya Coombs, Mark Faubel, Jean Gebert Powell, Doug Rankin, and Megan Reamsnyder. These seven candidates are vying for four open seats on Westerville City Council. All seven have been invited to participate.

Thank you to our sponsor Mount Carmel St. Ann's.
Chamber Board of Trustees Updates
Chuck Woodson, Heartland Bank
*newly elected
Dale Ganobsik, Lancaster Colony
*newly elected
Renewing Terms:


Paul Hammer, ACE Handyman Services Northeast Columbus

Tom Harris, CGI

AJ Principe, Nationwide Children’s

Mark Smolik, DHL

Eric Stolly, Stolly Insurance
New Members to the Westerville Area Chamber
This Month's New Members...
Bauer Insurance Agency...website
Concrete Craft of North Columbus...website
Hannah News Service...website
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Chamber Partners with Internship Program
Member Spotlight
Amy Balster, Keller Williams Excel - Craig & Amy Balster
Craig and Amy Balster are your local Westerville Real Estate experts! Their goal is to make sure that each and every client has an incredible experience! Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial and most emotional times in people’s lives. Their clients benefit from their knowledge of the market, as well as the time they take to truly understand each client’s individual needs. Whether you are purchasing or selling your 1st home….or your 10th, they will guide you seamlessly through the process. Your move starts here! Learn more.
New Member Promotions
Member Notes: What's going on...
  • BMI Federal Credit Union was recently recognized as this year's Charles B. Jenkins Legacy Award winner at the 2021 Legacy Awards Program. Learn more here.
  • City of Westerville is accepting application for vacancies on a variety of boards and commissions. The list of vacancies and links to apply are available on the City's website here.
Evening of Elegance 2021
Save the date for our 34th annual Evening of Elegance featuring a Roaring Good Time as we pay tribute to the best of the 20s for an evening event hosted at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel.

The Chamber's largest fundraiser features an exciting live & silent auction, unique experiences and a night to remember! A great opportunity to entertain clients and network with Westerville area business leaders. Sponsorship, promotion and package donation opportunities available - get involved now!

Details to come...as always, sure to be an exciting and memorable evening benefiting the Westerville area business community! Click here to learn more.
Westerville Area Chamber | www.westervillechamber.com