CHAMBER UPDATES | JUNE 27, 2025 | | |
Dear Chamber Leaders,
WOW!!! What a month of June!
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Chamber Reds Game outing - Check
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Northgate Mural Wall completed - Check
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Colerain Township Bus Tour - Check
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Successful Hometown Hero Event - Check
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Cincy Magazine, Colerain Edition released - Check and double check.
My sense of humor suggests that I'm Czech, and of course, Moravec is definitely of that nationality.
With the summer months heating up, many chambers of commerce tend to slow down, but not us. Our monthly events will continue as listed below with upcoming highlights that include:
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July 3-4 - Colerain Township Fireworks Celebration & Pray-Hope-Believe 5K Walk/Run
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July 12 - Hands Across Colerain to celebrate the mural
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July 17 - Third Thursday Networking Event at Vinoklet Winery
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August 6 - Back to School Health and Safety Fair, which will include Financial Literacy education for the first time.
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August 15 - BB Riverboat dinner cruise
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August 21 - Third Thursday Networking Event at Madi's House
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September 12 - Fire and Police Appreciation Breakfast
A special thank you goes to Dean Ferrier and the Team Up to Green Up initiative for their efforts to keep the Northgate wall corridor litter free and "Snazzy" for the completion of the mural, and to the Hometown Hero Committee (Beth, Patti, Drew, Cheryl, and Teresa) who pulled off an amazing evening event with class. It would not have been possible without the help of our main sponsors, Everest Financial (our 401K MEAP Plan partner) and Emery Federal Credit Union, who also provided significant volunteer support for the event.
THANK YOU!!!
Best wishes this summer season!
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Dave
Dave Moravec
President
513-923-5036
president@colerainchamber.org
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Colerain Township is home to both the Groesbeck and North Central branches of the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library, part of one of the largest and most active library systems in the country. Serving all of Hamilton County, the library recently celebrated its 172nd anniversary and checks out more than 19 million items annually to over 4.1 million visitors. Library services, including computer and Wi-Fi access, printing, copying, faxing, scanning, and meeting space use, are offered free of charge to the community.
The Groesbeck Branch ranks among the system’s most‑visited locations. At the helm for over two decades is Branch Manager Ned Heeger-Brehm, who has led the Groesbeck team since 2002.
The library system is also a hub for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses with the following services:
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Dedicated business specialists help owners navigate more than a dozen key government resources.
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Online learning platforms such as Universal Class, Small Business Source, O’Reilly, and LinkedIn Learning keep skills sharp.
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Expert staff provide guidance on nonprofit grants and market research.
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MakerSpaces at select branches offer equipment and technology—ideal for prototyping, marketing materials, and creative projects.
Discover everything the Library can do for your business at https://chpl.org/services/small-business/
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Mark X. Meyer
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones
38 Village Square
Cincinnati, OH 45246
Mark.Meyer@edwardjones.com
(513) 530-5200
www.edwardjones.com
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Mark Meyer brings a unique combination of competitive drive, discipline, and leadership to his role as a financial advisor with Edward Jones. A former Division I baseball player, Mark competed for Marshall University (2016–2019) and the University of Akron (2019–2021), where he also earned his bachelor’s degree in Organizational Supervision.
Mark’s background as a student-athlete shaped his commitment to excellence, traits he now channels into helping clients make informed financial decisions for their future. Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for education, or navigating life transitions, Mark takes a personalized approach to investing.
As part of the Edward Jones team, Mark is proud to serve the community with one-on-one guidance and long-term relationship building. Mark is here to help you define what matters most and stay on track toward your goals.
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Dominic King
Get an Estimate
(513) 202-6010
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King Home Repairs – Ace Handyman Services is proudly serving Cincinnati’s Westside with reliable, high-quality home improvement and repair services. Owner Dominic King has been a firefighter for 18 years, including six years with the Colerain Township Fire Department (2008-2014). He currently serves with the Miami Township Fire Department in Clermont County. A Westside native now living in West Harrison, IN. Dominic has always had a passion for building and home projects. After personally building two homes, he combined his love of craftsmanship and community service to open his own Ace Handyman franchise.
King Home Repairs is committed to clear communication, reliability, and treating every home like it’s their own. He services across Bridgetown, Cleves, Colerain, Cheviot, Delhi, Dent, Harrison, Montfort Heights, New Miami, Ross, Oxford, and surrounding areas. The most requested services include door repair and installation, flooring, gutter cleaning, painting, fence repair, drywall work, carpentry, and commercial handyman services. Whether tackling a full repair or crossing off your “honey-do” list, King Home Repairs delivers prompt, professional results with a dedication to customer satisfaction.
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Follow the Chamber and Team Up to Green Up Colerain On Facebook!
Spring is here... watch for
SNAZZY AWARDS
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TEAM UP TO GREEN UP
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2ND
10:00AM
VIRTUALLY
Team Up to Green Up is a community wide initiative committed to a litter-free area and to preserve the beauty and cleanliness of the community with greater sustainability practices.
Let's work together to reduce our environmental impact and promote eco-friendly practices. For more information email Lora at
teamuptogreencupcolerain@gmail.com
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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.
In addition to weekly regular players, additional players will be able to sign up as weekly "alternate" positions that will be assigned based on available week to week. Every skill level is welcome, this is social completion with play intended to meet each playing level.
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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.
Upcoming Host Locations:
August 12th - Ohio Living Llanfair (Lunch will be provided by OLL)
September 9th - White Oak Gardens
October 14th - Bayley of Green Township
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WOMEN'S NETWORKING
TUESDAY, JULY 8TH
12:00-1:30pm
Host Location:
Friendship Baptist Church
8580 Cheviot Road
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Pre-registration is necessary if ordering a lunch
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This Month's Facilitator is:
Colerain Chamber President
Dave Moravec
With over 40 years of experience in corporate leadership, business ownership, and Sales. Dave's unique approach to customer service and responsiveness have served him well over the years.
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SALES SUMMIT
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9TH
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:
We will resume our discussion about responsiveness, customer service, and hospitality today. We will explore how you and your business can stand out in an otherwise busy marketplace.
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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.
Meetings are held monthly on the
2nd Thursday at 4:00 PM
at White Oak Christian Church.
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COLERAIN H.O.P.E
THURSDAY, JULY 10TH
3:30 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
at White Oak Christian Church.
August 14th
September 11th
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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HANDS ACROSS COLERAIN
A Celebration of Unity & Community - Saturday, July 12, 2025
9:00 AM (Check-in: 8:30–8:45 AM)
Meet at Longhorn Steakhouse Parking Lot – Colerain Avenue
Whether you live, work, serve, or worship in Colerain Township—you are part of something special. Let’s come together as one community in a powerful display of unity!
Join the Colerain Chamber of Commerce for Hands Across Colerain, a historic gathering where neighbors, businesses, schools, churches, nonprofits, and officials will stand side by side in a “span of humanity” across Colerain Avenue.
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We’re headed to Colerain’s own Vinoklet Winery, the only working winery in Hamilton County! Sip on one of their 12 award-winning wines, connect with fellow Colerain Chamber members, and take in the breathtaking views of their 30+ acres of rolling hills, vineyards, and ponds.
Founded in 1986 by Kreso Mikulic, Vinoklet Winery has been a proud representative of the Greater Cincinnati area in local and regional wine competitions.
It’s the perfect summer evening to network, relax, and enjoy a beautiful Colerain sunset!
Chamber members & guests welcome!
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THIRD THURSDAY
THURSDAY, JULY 17TH
5:00 - 7:30PM
Vinoklet Winery
11069 Colerain Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45252
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This informal gathering at a different Chamber Member location each month (except those months when another Chamber program is scheduled on the third Thursday) supplements our regular monthly events.
Third Thursday Networking provides a free "drop in" opportunity for Chamber Members to connect with each other!
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THURSDAY, JULY 24TH
3:30-6:30PM
**THIS MONTH'S 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. | | |
Ribbon Cuttings ✂️
The Colerain Chamber ribbon-cutting celebration,
and you're invited to join the festivities!
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𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏’𝒔 𝑵𝒆𝒕𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 - This month's luncheon was held in the beautiful Asbury Chapel and Arts Center at Chamber member Monfort Heights United Methodist Church. With a box lunch from chamber member Mill Town Market!
We had a fantastic group of women come together to learn, share, and support one another. A special thank you to She Thrives, an incredible new chamber nonprofit focused on empowering women through supportive group environments.
Our guest speaker, Jill Morenz, President & CEO of Aviatra Accelerators, delivered an inspiring presentation on Success, Support & Strategy for women entrepreneurs and business leaders!
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We were honored to host our 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 Event at Willow event center where we celebrated four incredible individuals who reflect the very best of Colerain through service, strength, and unwavering community spirit.
𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐜 -At just 17, Charlie enlisted in the U.S. Army and served honorably during the Vietnam Era. A proud Colerain resident, Charlie built a successful career in building maintenance.
𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 -Rev. Dr. Barrow is a longtime Colerain resident and dedicated community leader. Through ALMS Christian Church, the Clippard Family YMCA, and as the founder of Next Generation Strong, Pastor Barrow has created powerful youth programs like the Black and Latino Achievers
𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥 “𝐒𝐞𝐠” 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 -A graduate of Colerain HS and radio personality for more than 40 years, Seg is a beloved voice on 700WLW, covering the Reds, Bengals, NASCAR, and high school sports. His iconic presence in Cincinnati sports media. He attributes his love for the radio from his classes at Colerain High School.
𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐭- Colerain HS Class of 1997, Dave’s life changed dramatically when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 35. After relearning how to walk and talk, Dave continues to push forward with remarkable resilience and positivity.
𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬: Rumpke Waste & Recycling, Emery Federal Credit Union, and Everest Financial, and a special thank you to the Emery volunteers who helped the evening run smoothly.
𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬. Your support reflects the generosity and heart that defines the Colerain Chamber community.
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The Colerain Chamber Foundation mural is officially completed. Several supporters of the mural and volunteers made the official last strokes of paint. We will be having a community celebration where everyone is welcome.
Saturday, July 12th at 9:00am with HANDS ACROSS COLERAIN!
Thank you to the individuals and businesses that have invested in this community project which continues to make Colerain a great place to live, work, and play.
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Once again, the Colerain Chamber, partnering with Colerain Township, has teamed up with Cincy Magazine to release our Colerain Community Magazine!
Inside you'll find inspiring stories, exciting updates, and spotlights on all the great things happening right here in our community.
View the digital copy now: Colerain Township 2025 – Cincy
Print copies are coming to local CVS stores soon! Thank you to our Chamber sponsors that ran ads to make this publication possible. 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭! Liberty Nursing Center of Colerain, Butler Tech, Rumpke Waste & Recycling, Aubrey Rose Foundation, Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc., Steve Loechtenfeldt - Union Home Mortgage, Doris Gibbons - American Family Insurance Agent, and Visiting Angels
| | 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: Greater Cincinnati Dental Lab, Madi's House and Midwest Stone Scapes Thank you for helping Colerain look great! | |
SPOTLIGHT CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFIT
Your 2026-2027 Group Rating Enrollment for your
Worker's Compensation begins July!
Let Hunter Consulting saving you money with our Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance Group Rating Program!
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Enrollment for the 2026-2027 BWC Group Rating Program opens this July. For those chamber members that currently work with Hunter, your paperwork & the online portal will be sent after the 4th of July holiday. For those considering their options, Hunter Consulting is available to make the process easy and ensure you get the most out of your savings opportunity. Reach out to confirm your eligibility or ask questions.
Requests for quotes can be found by clicking the link below. Do not miss out on this opportunity to save significantly with their group rating.
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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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