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Chamber to honor 2011 Citizen of the Year September 17, 2011 Morrison Park Mr. Louis Kraft Seneca, PA at Annual Dinner February 29th Cross Creek Resort

Volume 8| Issue 1| January 2012 January 1| Issue 8| Volume Nomination information inside “Building a Future for Venango Area Business!” 2

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT NICOLE RUSSELL Nicole’s Bridal Boutique

NEW MEMBERS V.P. LORI SIBBLE Edward Jones Investments, Seneca Office

SECRETARY BOB RICHARDS Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Oil Region Realty

Unit TREASURER EMILY GILL Valerie Luebke Moxie Media

252 Waterford Street Edinboro, PA 16412 ROD ADAMS Phone: (814) 734-5610 Changing Times Telephone Service Fax: (814) 734-5806 eMail: [email protected] DAN BROCKETT Web: www.IU5.org Penn State Cooperative Extension

Published Category: Education DR. JOE CARRICO

Oil City Area School District Stifel Nicholas

Jim Williams DAN ESTADT 1284 Liberty Street Seneca Insurance & Notary PO Box 1060 Franklin, PA 16323 DR. RAY FEROZ Phone: (814) 432-3196 Clarion University Fax: (814) 432-4579

eMail: [email protected] BUTCH HARGENRADER Published Category: Financial Planning/Investments Pepsi Bottling Company

BETH HARMAN Stone Construction Northwest Savings Bank Charlie Stone/Laurajane Stone 216 Kathy Drive DR. RYAN JACKSON Seneca, PA 16346 Gonstead Family Chiropractic

Phone: (724) 968-9801 BILL KAPP Fax: (814) 670-0470 Action Auto Service, Inc. eMail: [email protected] Web: www.stoneconstructionwpa.com ROGER MCCAULEY Published Category: Construction UPMC Northwest

PATRICK PELLETIER Williams Insurance

Intern Joins Chamber Staff DAVE SNEDDEN

Hagan Business Machines-Cranberry

We are pleased to announce that

Katie Ragon, an Oil City High STAFF School graduate and current EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SUSAN WILLIAMS Sociology major at Gettysburg [email protected] College, will be joining the EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT DOTTIE TAWNEY chamber staff for two weeks in [email protected] January and will return to the chamber for the summer in May. INTERN KATIE RAGON [email protected] Welcome Katie!

Venango Area Chamber of Commerce ● (814) 676-8521 ● www.venangochamber.org 3 Chamber honors 2011 Citizen of the Year

Mr. Louis Kraft Oil City native and well-known business owner Lou Kraft has been named the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce 2011 Citizen of the Year. Kraft will be presented with the award during the chamber’s annual dinner on Feb. 29 at Cross Creek Resort

Needing no prodding, Lou Kraft loves to share stories. He is the consummate raconteur, skillfully telling tales laced with sharp wit and gentle humor. The listener is invited in to the story by way of Lou’s quick smile and kind eyes. Sometimes there is a life lesson to be learned in the story. Likely, there is a history plug about his native Oil City snuggled in the verbiage. Often, an anecdote is shared simply to recall the hilarity of a prank or practical joke.

Always the storyteller, the well-known Oil City business owner has become the story, courtesy of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce that has tapped Kraft as its 2011 Citizen of the Year. The award is given to an individual who consistently shows leadership through extensive and diverse participation in volunteerism and service to community. It will be presented at the chamber’s annual dinner Feb. 29 at Cross Creek Resort.

“When I called to tell him he had been chosen, he said he would have ‘to think about it’ first,” said Susan Williams, executive director of the chamber. “That’s so like him - he never will take credit for anything wonderful that he does and he said there are so many other deserving people.”

Self-effacing to a fault, Kraft chuckled and said he agreed to accept it after reading some excerpts from letters written “by people I think very highly of” who nominated him for the annual award. Continued on page 6

Annual Dinner to be held Wednesday, February 29th Cross Creek Resort

50th Anniversary Founders Dinner

Thursday, April 26, 2012 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Robert W. Rhoades Center

From its very beginning to the present, Clarion University–Venango Campus has been a product of community and university, working together to advance the needs of our region. This community-wide dinner celebrates the Venango Campus’ golden partnership of university and community and will honor the men and women who have provided life-changing opportunities for the residents of our region for 50 years. Join us to recognize the founders of the campus who saw a need for a higher education presence in Venango Campus and made it a real- ity, the community leaders who have supported the campus throughout its history, donors who have provided scholarship support and funds for student apartment housing and other facilities, dedicated Clarion University and Venango Campus faculty and staff who make each student’s success their own, and the families of our stu- dents who are instrumental in their achievement.

***For information about dinner tickets, call 676-6591, ext. 1215, after February 1, 2012.***

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Chamber Board Retreat Planned GILL CONSULTING The Board of Directors of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce will be holding a planning retreat in January. The Human Resource Management ▪ Strategic Planning one day session will be held at The Commons at Franklin and Business Development ▪ Customized Training Programs will be facilitated by Vern Squire, President/CEO of the Centre Employee Relations ▪ Executive Coaching County Chamber of Business and Industry ad chamber Route 8, Reno, PA 16343 (814) 676-5566 professional of more than 25 years.

Board President Nicole Russell explains “This is a great opportunity for the chamber’s leadership to meet and focus on our goals for the upcoming year. We remain committed to our mission to Build, Serve and Promote our members and local business.” iBelong iBelong

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“Building a Future for Venango Area Business!” 6 Citizen of the Year continued from page3

Selflessness The comments speak to Kraft’s graciousness and style as well as his commitment to his community.

-“Lou’s quick wit, sense of dry humor and his vast knowledge of the history of individuals and businesses of this area is unbelievable and makes for a delightful time when you are with him.”

-“His good judgment, thoughtful consideration and selflessness have been valuable assets as he has served his community in so many ways.”

-“Lou is the type of person who you feel welcomed by and at ease around, regardless of whether you are an old friend or a new acquaintance.”

Considered a major behind-the-scenes player, in terms of expertise, time and money, Kraft declines to puff out a long list of community service projects in which he has played key roles and instead simply notes, “I don’t like to talk about that too much — all I do is try to help.” But he believes in giving credit where credit is due.

A life-long member of Good Hope Lutheran Church, Kraft said, “I believe my faith in God has been of the utmost importance in my life for my good health and happiness.”

Still, those who nominated him for the award and anecdotal information offer some specific achievements.

Kraft has been an aggressive promoter of workforce excellence in the region and has strongly touted the need for skilled and educated employees. He has served 25 years on private-public boards that promote regional job training. Of his service, Kraft simply says, “I’ve always been interested in the education of young people. That’s of much importance to me.”

Long a supporter of the Salvation Army, Kraft has been directly involved in construction projects, fundraising campaigns and more directed at building an emergency disaster garage, expansion of the Oil City Salvation Army facility and creation of a dental center.

Kraft is a history buff and that has prompted him to offer considerable support over the years to the Venango Museum in Oil City. He also serves on numerous other civic committees, something he says he “tries to stay off but I can’t say no.”

‘Concrete’ evidence

Aside from his personal offerings, Kraft has another legacy in town. His companies, Kraft Concrete Products Inc. and Louis Kraft Co. of Oil City, have paved, constructed, developed, designed and more all across the region. The work has ranged from the former Quaker State headquarters to the parking ramp, downtown Renaissance streetscapes, water and sewer line work, lot and street paving.

“My father started with a team of horses and a wagon and bought his first equipment in 1925,” Kraft said. “I just carried on the business.” Kraft’s four grandparents immigrated to the U.S. from Germany. He and his two sisters were born in Oil City. “I always tell people I never could have had a finer mother and father, Louis W. and Marie F. Kraft, and sisters and sons,” Kraft said. “And growing up in Oil City was fantastic.” Working summers at Oak- wood Rose Gardens and later for his father, Kraft graduated in the Oil City High School in 1950 and stays in close touch with several of his classmates. He went to the University of Pittsburgh on a basketball scholarship and earned a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering. He joined his father’s company while starting a six-year enlistment in the Army Reserves. He puts a huge value on education, as evidenced by his sons, Dr. Louis W. Kraft II, and Dr. Jack C. Kraft, both physicians in California. His family also includes three grandchildren.

Please see the insert included in this newsletter to make a reservation or sponsor the Chamber’s Annual Dinner.

Venango Area Chamber of Commerce ● (814) 676-8521 ● www.venangochamber.org 7 Venango Chamber Marks 100 Year Anniversary

Oil City’s summer of 1912 was a typical one. Companies, especially those involved in the oil business such as National Transit and Joseph Reid Engine Co. were hosting all-day picnics for employees and their families. Monarch Park boasted thousands of visitors each weekend to enjoy the rides, musical productions and dancing. Subscribers to The Derrick were keeping up on the Olympic games in Stockholm. Behind the scenes, though, Oil City businessmen were hard at work on a special project, one they believed would ensure con- tinued prosperity for their community. Their interest was focused on the creation of a board of trade, an organi- zation which would unite and represent business and industry in Oil City.

The “Chamber of Commerce of Oil City” was born from the concern of these prominent businessmen. As a result of a consolidation of the Oil City Chamber and the Cranberry Area Business and Professional Association, the chamber’s name was changed to the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce in June 2005. As we anticipate 2012, we look forward to celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the chamber of commerce. While the chamber’s priorities remain very much the same as those of the founding fathers, the Venango Chamber serves a much broader area and continues to look for the best ways to serve the region’s business community.

Please join us in this 100th Anniversary celebration throughout 2012, and contact us if you are interested in par- ticipating in the planning of special events.

Celebrating Our First 100 Years 1912 - 2012

Meet FLEX : Jodi Oakes, Joy Mining Machinery

After living in suburban Philadelphia for eight years, Jodi and her husband, Mark, decided it was time to move home. “We had always planned to return to the area and last summer just seemed right. Getting involved with the community was just the natural thing to do. FLEX was the perfect avenue to get reacquainted with other young profession- als.” The Oakes’ have been involved with FLEX over the past year and served on the committee for FLEX Presents. “FLEX Presents was a great opportunity to recognize local, young professionals. I hope that next year’s event is even more successful.” Jodi is excited to have been elected as Vice President to this year’s executive board. “I have two more years as a ‘young’ professional and as VP I hope to help move the group in a positive direction. I think that my work experience and metropolitan exposure give a different perspective to the group and I’m proud to be in the company of the other FLEXers.” Jodi was formerly the marketing coordinator for Hart Corporation, an industrial real estate firm in Southampton, PA, and currently works for Joy Mining Machinery and Oakes Chiropractic. Jodi will serve as the Vice President of FLEX in 2012.

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The Oil City Area Senior High School and Middle School Student Council held a service project this November. The cause the QUALITY INN & CONFERENCE CENTER group selected was for Aubrey’s Adventure: Recreating the East End Fountain, which resulted in a fundraising donation of 1411 Liberty Street (Route 8) Franklin, PA 16323 over $1,400. The Student Council Association held homeroom Reservations: 800.535.4052 competitions to spur the donations. Pizza and donut parties Ph: 814.437.3031 were held for the winning students at Thanksgiving time. Benjamin’s Restaurant French Creek Tavern Pictured are some of the Student Council Members giving coins Deluxe Continental Breakfast Wireless High Speed Internet and cash to Trenton Moulin, Executive Director of Bridge King, Queen & Jacuzzi Suites Builders Community Foundations, John Deemer, Contractor Largest first class banquet & meeting facilities in the area; seating up to 400 in our Grand Ballroom and his granddaughter Aubrey Deemer, for which the fountain campaign is named. This spring the fountain sat idle and in WWW.CHOICEHOTELS.COM disrepair, but because a little girl told her grandpa that he should fix the fountain, which he did, and with the help from local businesses - it was again flowing proudly by Oil Heritage Week. a p o t h e c a r y Please visit the Facebook page: Oil City East End Fountain 2012 Where Pharmacy is to see pictures of other events that were held for this Still a Profession cause; the Army visiting town and a Bowl-a-thon activity. ● Convenient outside drop box Donations have been received from as far away as Illinois and 2 Spring Street ● All greeting cards 99¢ Florida. Over $8,000 has been received so far. The Oil City, PA ● Free pick-up and delivery of 814-676-3731 prescriptions construction costs to build the new fountain is pegged at

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Venango Area Chamber of Commerce ● (814) 676-8521 ● www.venangochamber.org 9

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“Building a Future for Venango Area Business!” 10 The Commons at Franklin - The Perfect Place to Make Memories

The Commons At Franklin is a lively place these days. The former Franklin Club reopened under the new ownership of Gary Baker in November of 2009. “The Commons” was previously operated as a private, members-only club, but now is open to the public and features a variety of entertainment events and a restaurant/bar that is open seven days a week.

McGinnis’ Irish Pub & Grill, located in the lower level of “The Commons”, is a beautiful and relaxed environment where one can dine for any occasion. With a diverse Irish/ American menu, McGinnis’ is sure to satisfy your hunger if you’re craving a perfectly cooked steak, pasta, seafood or a classic Reuben Sandwich, whether dining in or to-go. McGinnis’ offers daily specials for both lunch and dinner, including an amazing brunch every Sunday and Bike Night each Monday during the summer months. As for the bar, McGinnis’ offers a full wine list and features an array of mixed beverages for the season and all of the classics. Also with ten beers on tap and an extensive bottle list, McGinnis’ aims to bring only the finest craft beers to Franklin as well as the traditional favorites.

It is hard to imagine a more grand location than “The Commons” to hold that special event. Weekly bookings include weddings and corporate events in the Grand Ballroom, as well as more intimate gatherings, such as rehearsal dinners, showers and business meetings. Event Manager Lisa Richards explains that a menu is available for nearly any price point. While the building itself, with extensive renovations done by the new ownership, provides a beautiful backdrop for stylish events and perfect picture taking. Lisa can also work with clients to customize the look of any room through the use of up lighting, flowers, table décor and more to add a personal touch to your event. The Commons at Franklin also offers catering.

In addition to privately booked parties, “The Commons” has a busy calendar of entertaining events that are open to the public. Favorites include “Comedy at The Commons”, featuring two stand-up comedic acts each month and “Idol Night at The Commons”, a singing competition comprised of local talent each summer. Others have included live bands, shows, themed dinner events and the most amazing New Years and St. Patrick’s Day parties one could attend.

The Commons At Franklin’s employs a large staff that is committed to offering amazing service while delivering a consistent and quality experience to all of its customers, making it a landmark business. To look at menus, the event calendar or for a photo tour, visit thecommonsatfranklin.com or check them out on Facebook. To order to -go meals, reservations in McGinnis’ Irish Pub & Grill (reservations for large parties only) or for event information, call (814) 437-7771. For private party booking information, call or write Lisa Richards at [email protected] . Slainté (cheers)!

Venango Area Chamber of Commerce ● (814) 676-8521 ● www.venangochamber.org 11 Venango Catholic Preparatory Schools to Raffle Steelers Season Tickets for 2012!

The raffles are $20 each, and the winner will receive four season tickets (Section 509, Row R, Seats 10 - 13), as well as an on-field visit during one of the home games.

You can purchase raffles from any of the schools (please make checks payable to Venango Catholic High School) or you can buy them online at winsteelerstickets.com. All proceeds benefit the Venango Catholic Preparatory Schools. The raffle will be drawn at a tailgate party steak fry in June 2012.

LogoManiacs Offers Wooden Replicas

Jill Wieland of LogoManiacs recently created www.woodenreplicas.net featuring replicas crafted from wood in the USA! As a child growing up in Northwest Pennsylvania, within walking distance of Conneaut Lake Park, considered quite the in its heyday, and still the home of the sixth oldest in the United States, the "Blue Streak", Jill was always charmed by the miniature replicas of the colorful wooden buildings the park offered at their log cabin gift store. And she especially coveted those wood replicas that seemed to capture the excitement of the Blue Streak and the other rides. Back then replicas were lovingly crafted by hand by gentlemen long retired, usually working in their back yard tool sheds or garages.

Jill has been an independent account executive in the advertising specialty business for more than 20 years. Through the years, she has had many requests for wooden replicas but had been unable to find a source for them. Jill finally located a manufacturer in Pennsylvania. Today, your custom replica is created by a full time staff of skilled craftspeople and artists who can quickly transfer your visual & verbal idea into a finished product .

Laser cutting can be specified which adds a level of finite shape to your wooden replica. Jill offers these wonderful keepsake, commemorative replicas at prices well below the suggested retail value. Whether you wish to create a wooden replica of your corporate headquarters to launch a new product, for awards or commemorations or offer replicas of your local landmarks in your store, close attention to detail will help ensure the finished pieces represent a treasure that you and/or your customers will cherish forever. Contact Jill at [email protected]

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Presenting Sponsor - $1000 The One sponsorship available Venango Area The program will be referred to as “(name of Sponsor) Presents the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner Honoring Mr. Louis Kraft” Chamber of Commerce

Benefits:  Logo and Presenting Sponsor recognition on flyers, website and emails  Logo and Presenting Sponsor recognition in Business Connector Newsletter Celebrating our first 100 years  Logo and Presenting Sponsor recognition on program Annual Dinner  Verbal recognition during event  Logo recognition in media presentation honoring  Complimentary reserved table of 8  Logo or name on Citizen of the Year plaque  Photo opportunity with Citizen of the Year Citizen of the Year

Dinner Sponsor - $500 Our Mission Mr. Louis R. Kraft

Benefits:  Logo and recognition in Business Connector The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce  Logo in program is dedicated to building, serving, and promoting  Verbal and logo recognition during event business growth for our members  Logo recognition in media presentation and Venango Area Business. Wednesday, February 29, 2012  4 Complimentary tickets to the event Reception 5:30pm Reception Sponsor - $100 Dinner 6:30 ~ 8:30pm

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Citizen of the Year Reservation Form Mr. Louis R. Kraft Company Name Method of Payment Address/State/Zip □ Please Invoice (chamber members only) Phone Number □ Check Enclosed

Please make all checks payable to Seating “Venango Area Chamber of Commerce” In an effort to accommodate large groups who wish to be seated together, banquet tables will be numbered and seating will be assigned. □ Credit Card If you would like to be seated with friends, you must submit your reservations forms together or submit the complete list of names of the people at your table. Please fill out the following information if paying by Credit Card. Oil City native and well-known business owner Circle Meal Choice ______Lou Kraft has been named the 1. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta

3-digit Verification Code: ______Expiration Date: ______/______Venango Area Chamber of Commerce 2. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta

2011 Citizen of the Year. 3. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta Reservations and payments may be made Kraft will be presented with the award 4. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta online at www.venangochamber.org during the chamber’s annual dinner on Feb. 29 at 5. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta

6. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta Cross Creek Resort. 7. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta Reservations can also be emailed to [email protected] or faxed to (814) 676-8185 8. ______Prime Rib Chicken Pasta

Menu Please include names of attendees and The cost per person is $45 if received before February 15th, Cocktail Reception Hour Menu meal choices when making reservations $50 if received February 15th and after.

Hot Appetizers

Meat, Vegetable & Fruit Trays Please complete the reservation form and return it to before Cash Bar Dinner Reservation Total at $45 each $_____ Wednesday, February 15th.

□ Presenting Sponsorship - $1000 includes 8 seats Cancellations and refunds will be honored if requested by Dinner Hour Menu Wednesday, February 22nd. Garden Salad □ Dinner Sponsorship - $500includes 4 seats Rolls Choice of: Prime Rib, Stuffed Chicken Breast or □ Reception Sponsorship - $100 Angel Hair Pasta with Marinara Venango Area Chamber of Commerce Baked Potato Sponsorship Total $_____ P.O. Box 376 Vegetable Oil City, PA 16301 Dessert All sponsorships must be confirmed by January 23, 2012 for recognition on invitation and February Business Connector. 814-676-8521 Suggested attire for the evening is Business Formal.