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Letter From the President/CEO Connecting you to resources, people, and growth opportunities! See more here

WWLCC Board Member Spotlight

Kristen Mignogna Financial Advisor, LPL Financial WWLCC Treasurer, Kristen Mignogna, joined the Board in January 2022. Kristen grew up in Willowick, graduated from John Carroll University with an Accountancy major in 2000 and went on to earn her MBA from John Carroll the following year. She has been a CPA for the past 20 years and is now a self-employed financial advisor through LPL Financial Click here to read more about Kristen

Click here for a Board Application

The Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce board of directors will be seeking several new board members to replace those whose terms expire at the end of 2022. The board chooses new board members based on their experience, the type of business they own/manage, what community they represent and other factors that make our board a diverse group of business leaders. Your involvement as a Chamber of Commerce board member is a great way to help support and build business in Lake County and make a difference! I encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please see attached application. The deadline is Friday, August 5th. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Tercek, President/CEO at 440-942-1632 or Board Chairwoman, Traci Paponetti at 440-796-7051. Karen W. Tercek

Please Complete Our Membership Survey

Have you already completed our short membership survey?  If not, please do so. Your feedback helps us to help you as we plan for our 2023 services, programs and events!

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS!

Cleveland Customs Detailing Access Floor Specialists Paratto Ross Real Estate W/ Howard Hanna

New Member Ribbon Cuttings Congratulations to Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics!

Thank you to our 2022 Willoughby Artsfest Sponsors

Celebrating our Members Special Milestones and Notables

Visit Kat and Dogs Ohio LLC Website

Kat and Dogs Ohio LLC 9 Years Kat has been around pets her whole life. She was known as the "animal whisper" as she would, and still does, befriend the shyest cat or dog. Being able to read animal body language has allowed Kat to care for and respect the pets under her care.  In her free time Kat enjoys hiking, spending time with family, and supporting local small businesses. Kat and her husband share their home with three dogs and three cats in Willoughby, Ohio.

HIGHER EDUCATION National Security Agency recognizes Lakeland By Chad Felton cfelton@news-herald.com Lakeland Community College has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense through the academic year 2027, school officials recently announced. Institutions that receive a CAECD designation have met the rigorous requirements set forth by the sponsor of the program, the National Security Agency. According to a news release, the cyber defense designation? one of three CAE-CD designations available through the NSA? specifically indicates that Lakeland is helping reduce vulnerabilities and threats to the national infrastructure by promoting higher education and research in cyber defense, in addition to providing a pipeline of qualified cybersecurity professionals.

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Congratulations to Chamber Member Show Stoppers on sending two young women to Italy for twirling competition  Click here for full article

Are you celebrating a business milestone? Let us know so we can help you celebrate! info@wwlcchamber.com

Manufacturers are you looking for ways to promote your entry level careers, part-time positions & internships to the youth of Lake County?

Think Manufacturing Career Expo Manufacturer Click here for a manufacturer form Click here to register online Show your support for manufacturing in Lake County by sponsoring this event for middle and high school students Click here for a sponsorship form Click here to register online

Community Resources

Heat stress and illnesses We are well into the dog days of summer! Many of us may be thinking that fall (and cooler weather) are right around the corner. However, it is important we stay mindful of the hazards from the heat during these last few months. There are ways we can combat heat illness but let’s first take a look at how the body uses its’ own mechanisms.

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Save Money using the Chamber's Bulk Mailing Permit

There are many advantages to using bulk mail. The most important advantage is that bulk mailing prices are significantly lower than single-piece prices. Than can save you a lot of money.  Regardless of how many mailings you send per year, you can take advantage of the bulk mailing permit and stamper from the Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce. You need not pay for the yearly permit fee with this benefit, only the postage fees. How do I start? Contact the Chamber to reserve a time to borrow the bulk mailing stamper.

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New updates to our business and student scholarships that offer more opportunities for you to apply!

Click here for EDP Guidelines for Business

Education and Development Program of the Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Application Click here for Student Scholarship Application

Refer a new member to the Chamber and receive a free ad!

Help us help you!  More members mean more opportunities to build your network!  Send us the name of a business that is not a Chamber member and if your referral becomes a member, you receive a free exclusive e-mail ad! (value $75). Send to: info@wwlcchamber.com

Upcoming Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce Events For You!

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Are Your Employees Jumping Ship?  Gain ideas from other Employers and Keep Your Employees on Board!

WWLCC Breakfast Workshop Wednesday, August 17th-8-9:30am From small to large businesses we all struggle with hiring and retention.  Our panelists will share what works for them and you will have a chance to share with other attendees your successes and challenges.

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Community Events

Join a Chamber committee,  meet new members and have fun!

Help continue to bring engaging and resourceful programs and workshops for our chamber members to attend.

Help continue to make this the best pre-Holiday bowling networking event in Western Lake County and the potential to meet 200+ members and guests at the event! This Year's event is November 12, 2022 at Wickliffe Lanes

To make this event a success we need your help in the planning to help honor fellow chamber members with our distinguished awards ceremony luncheon will be held in January 2023.

To sign up for this committee call 440-942-1634 or email info@wwlcchamber.com

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