Chamber Updates July 1, 2021 |
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Chamber Members-
I used to love the MLB All-Star game as a kid. The best players were always represented and you cheered for the success of your hometown hero on the field. Watching it with my kids found me trying to explain the history of baseball, the old-time greats and recalling those feelings that come when you see the likes of Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, Carlton Fisk, Cal Ripkin and so many other legends. Today, I wonder which of the All-stars will make it to the Hall of Fame and ask myself how they compare to the hitters and pitchers of the past?
At our June 17th Hometown Hero event we didn't celebrate any athletes, but did get to recognize five heroes within our community and get to hear their success stories as they interact in our community. Rocky Boiman was a terrific emcee for the evening, the food was out of this world again, and with over 160 people in attendance, there was a "buzz" around the venue the way there sometimes is a ball game. No, we didn't have hot dogs, popcorn, peanuts, or Cracker Jack, but we did have Reva's incredible cupcakes along with some wonderful food truck and catered food from chamber members A Catered Affair and Current Catering. Beer...oh yeah...there was beer on hand, but you didn't have to pay $12 for a can.
The BB Riverboat event (Aug 6th) early bird pricing has been extended one last time to allow as many people as possible to take advantage of just $25 per person tickets. Our Third Thursday on July 15th will be held at Snow's Lakeside Tavern and additional fun events are being planned. If you don't see something that you can participate in through the chamber, please make the suggestion to me or Debi so that we can find a way to make it happen. The buzz that was created around the Hometown Hero event can happen in smaller groups and in different places.
The Fourth of July fireworks display (at the Colerain Township complex), 5K walk/run to support Pray-Hope-Believe and a three-day weekend are just around the corner. Whether you spend the time with family or friends, or just take some time to yourself, I hope that each of you has a safe and wonderful holiday weekend.
Best wishes!
Dave
Dave Moravec
President/CEO
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The Colerain Chamber of Commerce membership is quite diverse bringing together local businesses, non-profit organizations, schools, and governmental bodies. Please share this with your team and others interested in looking for involvement in the community.
Welcome New Members
Our greatest source of new members comes from YOU sharing your experiences with others and inviting them to join. Do you have a business friend or neighbor that would benefit from their involvement in the Colerain Chamber? If so, invite them to an event, make an introduction, or find a way to tell their story to others.
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“NewPath is one of the oldest child and family service agencies in the nation. They provide comprehensive behavioral health and educational treatment services to nearly 5,000 children and families each year, many of whom have experienced neglect, abuse, or other forms of trauma. Every program offers opportunity for change, every plan improves lives, and every person ignites hope, one success story at a time.”
Their new name, NewPath, better reflects what this organization has become and offers hope in the community they serve!
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Tuesday July13th, noon-1:30 pm
Women's Networking – This month we'll be having the luncheon networking event - hosted by Pebble Creek Golf Course. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other women involved in the chamber and build both personal and professional relationships. There is NO COST for this event other than picking up your own lunch expense.
Wednesday, July 14th, 9:00am - 10:00pm.
This month's Sales Summit will be held in person at the Colerain Chamber office beginning with networking at 8:30am. Donuts and coffee will be available. Led by chamber members Mark Moser (First Financial) and Scott Marston (Cincinnati Benefits Solution) this monthly gathering gives salespeople the opportunity learn from one another, share leads, and further the profession of sales.
Third Thursday July 15th - Trivia Night at Snow's Lakeside - Sponsored by Vineyard Northwest Church
We will be meeting a bit earlier (4:30pm) appetizers & drinks available with the trivia portion of the evening beginning at 7:00pm. Teams will be put together among registered chamber members that night or if you have a group (3-8 people) already interested in participating together, that can be accomplished. This is a wonderful opportunity for your TEAMS initiative to bring people together for relationship building and FUN!
For more information and registration please click here:
Colerain Chamber Golf League (weekly on Wednesday) - The Colerain Chamber of Commerce Golf League is still looking for you! This social golf 9 hole format is open to both men and women through the summer months. Pebble Creek Golf Course hosts this weekly league with tee times beginning around 5:00pm each Wednesday. If you would like to sign up as an "alternate", please contact Dave Moravec at 513-923-5036 or president@colerainchamber.org with any questions.
Details:
- This is intended to be a social league with an opportunity to network with other members of the Colerain Chamber community.
- Players will be matched up differently each week to allow for maximum networking and variety.
- Non-chamber members are welcome to participate
HURRY...Early registration ends July 9th!
Friday Night Aug 6th - BB Riverboat Dinner Excursion on the Ohio River - 6:30pm - 10:00pm
The Colerain Chamber has negotiated a discounted price of $25/person (plus drinks) for chamber members and invited guests. This will be a fun event to bring spouses or significant other to and make it an evening out with others. Fireworks after the Reds game can be viewed from the boat and again, another opportunity to promote within your TEAMS groups. Details and early registration (extended to July 9th) can be found at the following link:
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Friday, September 10th - 8:00am - 10am
Join us for a delicious hot breakfast as we recognize the Colerain Police Officer of the Year and the Colerain Firefighter/EMS of the Year!
Help us thank our Police and Fire/EMS personnel for their steadfast service to our community, and show our appreciation for all they do to support and protect the residents and businesses of Colerain Township. More info and registration details here
Small Group Initiative
Are you involved in a TEAMS group yet?
Do you know what it TEAMS stands for?
(Together Everyone Achieves More Support).
Using our Support-Connect-Celebrate foundational Core Focus, each team will have a different personality, meeting pace, and participation experience based on the leadership of that group and its participants. As shared above, participating in chamber events as a small group is greatly encouraged. If you have been contacted but have not responded, this is a great time to do so. Please contact the chamber office if you have any questions about how to plug in. Again, a special thanks to the 20+ leaders who have stepped up as volunteers to make this an integral part of our chamber community.
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CRAYONS...YES, WE NEED CRAYONS DONATED!
On August 11 from 9am-12pm, the NWLSD is once again hosting their Back-to-School FAIR at Northgate Mall.
This is an event where they get to connect with families and offer them some of the most needed services in preparation for school including school supplies, free haircuts, dental screenings, physicals, and a plethora of other services. In the years past they have had over 700 families participate in the event.
The Chamber is collecting crayons 🙂
You can drop off donations at Art on Fire of Cincinnati, LLC, 9336 Colerain Avenue Suite B.
Please consider donating to this much needed event. You can bring crayons to any upcoming event, Women's Luncheon, Third Thursday, EL meetings, etc. We would love to present them with an abundance of crayons for the upcoming school year.
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An initiative is underway in partnership with Colerain Township and many other organizations to help our community environmentally. This green movement is being spearheaded by several area companies & chamber members, governmental bodies as well as organizations like Green Umbrella and Hamilton County Waste & Recycling.
“Team Up to Green Up – Colerain, is a local green initiative connecting local businesses, government, residents, individuals and community groups to enhance the local quality of life and create a more sustainable Colerain. Through shared resources, events, and ideas, team members promote a cleaner, greener, and more prosperous Colerain where we can all proudly live, work and play. We are looking for more volunteers, ambassadors and stakeholders to join!
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FIREWORKS ACROSS COLERAIN |
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The Colerain community has been challenged this past 12 months and it is time to celebrate!
When: Saturday, July 3, 2021
Where: Drew Campbell Field 4300 Springdale Road
Event Begins at 7:00 pm Fireworks at 10:00 pm
Support the Colerain Community at its first big event in two years!
- Family-Friendly Event (no alcohol)
- 8,000 in On-Site Attendance
- Local Entertainment *
- Kids Games * Food Trucks
- Free Parking & Free Admission
- Choreographed 30+ Minute Firework Show
- Volunteer Organized & Community Supported
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE - See Flyer linked above
- For more information, contact Jackie O'Connell at: joconnell@colerain.org
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More information about the group can be found on the Chamber landing page Facebook page.
MISSION
“Emerging Leaders of Colerain fosters the young entrepreneurial spirit by offering opportunities for networking, mentorship, education, and leadership development. We strive to challenge each other with our diverse perspectives while working together to bring growth to the surrounding Colerain business community.”
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Colerain Chamber members can save up to 10-50% on Anthem health care insurance. Whether you have 2-50 or 51+ participating employees, the chamber program may save you thousand of dollars and easily offset the cost of your annual membership dues. These plans are offered to Colerain Chamber members through the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance. Contact:
Scott Marston
513-661-1114
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SPONSORSHIPS OF EVENTS
We have resumed sponsorships of our Third Thursday & Educational in-person events. If you would like to be a sponsor ($300) on a one-time or ongoing basis, or would like to be the host site for our networking events, please contact Dave Moravec directly. Planning of the 2021 schedule is ongoing, so get your business name and visibility out there as soon as possible! We are looking for locations that can host as many as 50 or more people due to the increased interest in this event. We are specifically looking for businesses that can:
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Provide a quality networking experience with a safe and business friendly atmosphere (Connect)
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Encourage business participation through promotion (Celebrate)
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Model the Colerain Chamber of Commerce initiatives (Support)
SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE
Simply put, we would like for you to LIKE us and FOLLOW us on Facebook and LinkedIn so that you can be aware of current happenings across the Colerain Chamber community. We continue to highlight our members and recognize our newest members on Facebook as soon as we possibly can. We will continue to post between 30-40 times per month on Facebook but need information on ways to promote your business. Send us links, promotions and local events in a timely way.
PROMO ITEM/GIFT CARD MARKETING
We continue to look for ways to promote your business through…
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Promotional items for membership bags - Your logo'd item can be placed in a membership bag along with other chamber members "trinkets". There is no cost to do this, simply provide the Chamber with 25-50-100 items and we will include them with other chamber member items. Coordinate with Dave or Debi.
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Gift cards or services certificates - If your business would like to provide the Chamber with $10-$25-$50 gift cards or a gift certificate for product/services to be used as giveaways at our upcoming Hometown Hero event or at an upcoming Third Thursday event, please let us know.
As always, we want to promote your business in any way that we can. If you have news that you would like to share with our membership, please send it along for us to post on Facebook or in our newsletter.
Opportuniti
RIBBON CUTTING EVENTS
As always, we want to promote your business in any way that we can. If you have a milestone event or grand opening planned, we would love to help you promote your business across the community. If you have news that you would like to share with our membership, please send it along for us to post on Facebook or in our newsletter.
LOGOS and BRANDING
As you may have seen, several new branding initiatives are in place with our various small groups. If you are interested in joining or hearing more about any of these groups please contact Dave Moravec, president@colerainchamber.org.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors |
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President Level Sustaining Sponsor |
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Network Level Sustaining Sponsors |
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Team Level Sustaining Sponsors |
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