M a r c h 2 0 1 0 i s s u e • v o l . X L I I n o . 3 A message to our members from the President & CEO The Canton Regional Generating Economic Development Chamber’s very mission As we prepare to sign our first tenant to Mills is to inspire growth and Business Park, a 141-acre park located in the business development in city of Canton, it is further confirmation that our community.This was we now have one of the finest Class A business a difficult mission to fulfill parks in Northeast .We will work in 2010 in 2009.This past year was to attract additional developments to our area perhaps one of the most while helping established companies to retain challenging in our history and grow their businesses in Stark County. and all of our members Denny Saunier faced formidable decisions Developing New Opportunities about the direction of their for Small Business businesses. As a result, our role as your business While we will continue to deliver your favorite advocate has taken on even greater importance. networking and educational programs, such as AultCare Fast Break Breakfasts and our semi-annu- We believe that 2010 will still pose significant al NETWORK programs, we’ve just unveiled a NEW issues for local business, but we are seeing eco- event – Stir After Hours – perfect for small busi- nomic indicators that suggest cautious optimism nesses to expand their networks locally. Also in as we embark in 2010. As we try to anticipate the works is a major networking opportunity what the future holds, here are some of the key for this fall that we’ll be sharing details on soon. elements that we’re working to bring to our (continued on next page) business members and the community this year:

Re-energize your small business i n s i d e : at the Center for Entrepreneurial Success

Business Excellence Awards 3 The Center for Entrepreneurial Success is now offering a STIR After Hours 5 seminar series geared toward aspiring or existing entrepreneurs. The program is designed to teach a “real life” curriculum of Project HIRE 5 business knowledge. HOFEF Queen Pageant Apps. 6 HOFEF Chairmen 8-9 Volunteers, such as lawyers, accountants, and business profes- sionals, teach the six or 12-week program.Topics include market Chamber Membership Golf Outing 10 feasibility, insurance and loss prevention, human resource issues, Downtown Canton Events 10 financial statements, business plan development, legal structure Spring Network 2010 10 and technology planning. Nicole Garlando, executive director of the Ananda Center, is a graduate of the course. AultCare Fast Break Breakfast 11 Leadership Stark County 12 “This program is amazing and the professionals involved are Young Entre p reneur Snapshot 13 great. It has helped me a great deal, given me confidence in ystark! Leadership 14-15 my business abilities, and helped me gain knowledge needed to run the Ananda Center,”said Garlando. Safety Council Luncheon 16 S a fety Council CEO Bre a k fa st 17 The course is taught at community centers, including Lake Employment Program 19 Township Chamber and Community Campus at Goodwill. Classes meet once a week and will be held beginning March 11 New Members 20 and March 24. Applications are now being accepted online at BizBitz 21 DefineYourSuccess.org. Scholarships and tuition assistance are March Calendar 23 available. For more information, please contact Marcie Bragg at (330) 445-1059. Message from the President ... (continued from cover) Learn more about these and other welcomed new businesses to the center Chamber events at CantonChamber.org. city and we have helped with the growth of Canton’s Arts District.Thanks to our Engaging Young Professionals downtown Canton events, including First The ystark! program is dedicated to Fridays,Taste of Canton, Zing in the City, March 2010 • Vol. XLII • No. 3 attracting, retaining and engaging Canton Blues Fest,Vintage Canton and talented young professionals in Stark Light Up Downtown, tens of thousands County.These YPs are a key ingredient to of people in our community are enjoying accelerating your company’s recessionary downtown Canton. rebound.We’ve just launched a new ystark! website that offers young Increasing Travel and Tourism professionals the opportunity to network for Stark County and socialize online and off, and offers Travel and tourism to the region is on the business owners a searchable database forefront of our minds, and we’re working of several hundred YPs in Stark County. to bring another 20 years of the OHSAA Visit ystark.org to take advantage of the State Football Championships to new site. Canton.We’re also looking forward to Thomas E. Cecconi welcoming the new class of Pro Football Chairman Developing Civic Leaders Hall of Fame Enshrinees, football heroes We are cultivating diverse civic leaders including guard Russ Grimm, linebacker Dennis P. Saunier to lead the community through Rickey Jackson, cornerback Dick LeBeau, President & CEO Leadership Stark County's Signature running back Floyd Little, defensive tackle Program, Spotlight Program and John Randle, wide receiver Jerry Rice David Zingery Government Leadership Academy. and running back Emmitt Smith, to Director, Marketing Canton at the 47th annual Hall of Fame Legislative and Education Advocacy Enshrinement Festival this summer. Jessica Bennett We have a strong presence in the legisla- Editor tive arena to ensure that public policy What to expect from the Chamber creates a positive climate for business The Chamber will work to bring new Denise Burton growth and capital investments.We’re companies into the area as well as bring Director of Membership & Sales also pursuing increased collaboration customers to businesses already here. Advertising Sales/Action and efficiencies in regional government. Expect to see new market access, (330) 458-2067 Likewise, because we know that educa- training and selling seminars, and many tion is the foundation for strong business opportunities in 2010. For a full look Sarah Bhatia now and in the future, we work alongside at our 2010 Strategic Plan, please visit: Graphic Designer local and regional educators to make CantonChamber.org/StrategicPlan. sure that the voice of local business is represented. Sincerely,

Collaborating for Center City Revitalization Action is published monthly for the We are seeing more people in Dennis P. Saunier members of Canton Regional Chamber downtown Canton than ever before. President & CEO of Commerce.The subscription cost is We know that a strong region needs a Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce $25 per year and is included in the price strong center city, and we’re working of membership. to ensure the city’s prosperity.We have

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Stark County’s premier business award RSVP ONLINE NOW AT nominations are in, and the winners CANTONCHAMBER.ORG of 2010’s Business Excellence Awards OR CALL (330) 458-2085. E X E C U T I V E C O M M I T T E E will be announced in an upcoming Chairman of the Board - Thomas E. Cecconi issue of ACTION! Winners of the Business Tuesday, April 27 Mercy Medical Center Excellence Awards will be honored on 5:30 p.m. cocktail reception Sr. Vice Chairman - George W. Lemon April 27 at a distinguished ceremony 6:30 p.m. dinner and and gala dinner at The University Center awards ceremony Vice Chairman - Rick L. Haines at Kent State University at Stark. The University Center at AultCare Kent State University at Stark Vice Chairman - Kevin Kampman Tickets for this event will sell out fast – 6000 Frank Ave. The Repository make sure you reserve your seat TODAY. North Canton 44720 Vice Chairman - Dean L. Olivieri Cost: $45 Fred Olivieri Construction Co. RSVP by Apr. 20 Treasurer - D. William Allen Our sponsors ... Pro Football Hall of Fame Immediate Past Chairman Ronald D. Becker Hilscher-Clarke Electric Co.

President & CEO - Dennis P. Saunier Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

Corporate Secretary - Steven J. Katz Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

B O A R D O F D I R E C TO R S

Michael S. Armbrester Geoff Karcher Marathon Petroleum Co. LLC The Karcher Group

James T. Batchelder Tim Maloney The M.K. Morse Co. Canton Chair Rental

Timothy M. Burke, Jr. Rick McQueen FirstMerit Akron-Canton Airport

William R. Cook John A. Murphy, Jr. Chase N.A. Day Ketterer Ltd.

Darryl J. Dillenback John O’Donnell Ph.D. Stark State Ken English College of Technology Charter One Mark J. Samolczyk Philip D. Fracassa Stark Community Foundation The Timken Company Thomas W. Schmidt Jerry Gilin Diebold Inc. William C. Shivers Huntington Bank Derek Gordon Canton Jaycees Paul E. Siegfried Siegfried Enterprises Inc. Jason F. Haupt Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Randolph L. Snow Dougherty Co., L.P.A. Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh LPA Rick L. Hull Vicky L. Sterling Terrance L. Jones Pinnacle Press Inc. Multi-Development Services of Stark County Dr. Gary W. Streit Malone University Richard L. Jusseaume Walsh University David M. Wheeler AEP Ohio

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St. Patty’s Day STIR AFTER HOURS is summoning some of the luck of the Irish

The Canton Regional Chamber is ver and 18k rose gold plated bronze summoning the spirit of the Irish necklace with a stunning marquise- for March 18’s Stir After Hours shaped green crystal – a $530 Small Business Networking Series value! Tam O’Shanter is giving way at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course! four rounds of 18 holes with carts at their sprawling course, and Enjoy your green beer on the put- Santangelo’s is offering a $25 gift ting green for a special St. Patrick’s certificate to one lucky winner. Day putting competition. Dine on appetizers from Santangelo Don’t forget – beginning next Catering in Massillon. They’re month, we’ll be featuring a monthly serving up springtime favorites to Stir Fry Hot Business on the Burner keep your winter blues at bay. company feature article. You can only be featured in our Action Tam O’Shanter Golf Course has Newsletter by coming to Stir After provided 300 lush acres and 36 Hours! There’s no better way to holes of golf galore for more than reach our 2,800 member contacts 80 years. With a premier practice than with a feature that puts your facility, pro shop, clubhouse, restau- company, product or service in the rant and lounge, it’s no wonder Tam spotlight. With only twelve issues O’Shanter has been voted “Best available per year, you can’t afford Public Golf Course” in Stark County to miss a single stir around our new for the past three years. after hours networking concept.

Tam O’Shanter is a great place for RSVP for the new Stir After Hours golf outings, (charitable or corpo- online at CantonChamber.org. rate), golf lessons and great fun with friends. Whether you’re entertaining Thursday, March 18 out-of-town guests or business asso- 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ciates, Tam O’Shanter is just minutes Tam O’Shanter Golf Course away and open to the public. 5055 Hills & Dales Rd. NE Canton, 44708 We’re pulling this month’s STIR AFTER Cost: $5 HOURS DOOR PRIZES straight out RSVP by March 16 of a pot o’ gold! Door prizes include Gasser Fine Jeweler’s luxurious lariat Luxurious door prize courtesy necklace by Rebecca, a sterling sil- of Gasser Jewelers.

Project HIRE saves businesses money

Do you want to save your business worker, a person who has lost their Qualified individuals are eligible for up money when hiring and training new job due to a business closing, layoff or to $6,000 in training costs. Monies will employees? If so, there is a valuable foreign competition, the following pro- be disbursed through Ohio Learning cost-saving initiative available through grams are available if training is needed Accounts. Positions should expect to be The Employment Source in Canton and for the individual to obtain a permanent filled for at least one year, and all train- New Philadelphia. job with your company: ing must be completed by Dec. 31, 2010.

Earlier this year, Governor Strickland • On-The-Job Training: 50% wage Employers interested in participating in announced Project HIRE, a statewide reimbursement to the employer to this cost-saving program should contact initiative focused on jobs and funded reduce the training costs associated Jim Nye at The Employment Source at by Workforce Investment Act (WIA) with employment 330-491-2646 or [email protected]. funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (AARA). • Short-Term Classroom Training: pays for training costs to receive a If you are looking to hire an individual license or industry recognized who lives in Ohio or who worked in Ohio certification from an accredited school. and qualifies as an eligible dislocated

C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e 5 March 15 Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageant application deadline fast approaching

Candidates cannot be less than a high school senior and 18 years old by May 1 or more than 23 years of age before Sept. 1. Candidates must reside and, if employed, work within a 30-mile radius of Stark County.Winners will be selected on the basis of personality, poise, beauty, communication skills, academic achie- vement and service to the community.

In addition to greeting guests at most of the 19 events during the 10-day Enshrinement Festival scheduled for July 30 through Aug. 8, the Queen and Court will volunteer their time to civic organi- zations such as Habitat for Humanity, Turnaround Community Outreach Center, MRDD and many more. Certainly 2009 Enshrinement Festival Queen Abby Hexamer and her court. one of the most memorable experiences for the Queen and Court will be their Don’t miss the opportunity to compete The Queen Pageant will take place ride on the float in the Timken Grand in the prestigious Pro Football Hall of Thursday, May 13, at Canton Palace Parade. Fame Enshrinement Festival Queen Theatre. All seats are reserved at $17 Pageant. The deadline to submit an each, and tickets can be purchased at Please contact Tonya Stuck, event application and a $65 fee is Monday, the Enshrinement Festival Office, Canton manager, at (330) 458-2052 for March 15, by 5 p.m. AAA and Massillon AAA. more information or questions about the application process. Applications and tickets for the 2010 During the Pageant, a Queen and seven For the complete schedule of events Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement court members will be selected to coin- and ticket information, check the Web Festival Queen Pageant can be obtained cide with the number in the 2010 Class sites periodically for the latest news: at the Enshrinement Festival office at the of Enshrinees, including Russ Grimm, www.profootballhofef.com or Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, Rickey Jackson, Dick LeBeau, Floyd www.profootballhof.com. Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – Little, John Randle, Jerry Rice and 5 p.m. Emmitt Smith.

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Key event chairs named for Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival

The Pro Football Hall of Fame the Stark County Local Government and Aug. 4 through 6 at the Stark County Enshrinement Festival department Ohio Township Leadership Academies. Fairgrounds. Special attractions include of the Canton Regional Chamber of He is the 2008 recipient of the Jackson- rib and specialty food vendors, bever- Commerce has named the following key Belden Chamber of Commerce ages, a children’s entertainment area, committee chairs: Steve Fricke, Balloon “Howard L. Kruman Memorial Award fantasy football zone of interactive Classic Invitational and Steven Meeks, for Outstanding Citizen.” He and his wife, inflatables, enormous sand sculpture Jackson-Belden Food Fest & Fireworks; Patty, have three daughters, one son and and musical entertainment. Keith Bennett, Ribs Burnoff; and Eric one granddaughter. Stasiowski, Timken Grand Parade. Stasiowski, Meeks will be assisted in the planning director of com- Fricke graduated and staging of the Food Fest by vice munications for from Otterbein chairman Chet Niewierski. Akzo Nobel Paints, College and also is a native of holds a Masters of Fricke, representing the Canton Massachusetts Education degree Chamber, and Meeks, representing the and received his from Kent State Jackson-Belden Chamber, are partnering MBA from Penn University.With 13 to stage the Balloon Classic Invitational State University. years of service on and the Food Fest and Fireworks, A member of the the Balloon Classic respectively.This is the 16th year the two Eric Stasiowski Grand Parade Invitational com- Chambers have collaborated on these committee since Steve Fricke mittee, he is serv- events, which will take place July 30 2001, this is his first year as its chairman. ing his second and 31, and Aug. 1 on the grounds of An Eagle Scout, he remains active with and final year as chairman. He has also Kent State University at Stark and the Boy Scouts of America as a member served on the Security & Logistics com- Stark State College. of the Buckeye Council’s Marketing mittee for seven years, and served eight Committee. Stasiowski also enjoys his years as a “Battle of the Bands”judge During a two-and-a-half-day period, duties as an official scorer for the Akron for the Timken Grand Parade. A school more than 125,000 people will attend Aeros team. He and his wife psychologist and behavior consultant at this family-friendly event, which includes Donna are parents to one daughter. Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison Educational approximately 70 hot air balloons, spec- Service Center, he is a member of the tacular fireworks, food and beverage Stasiowski will partner with vice chair- Ohio and National Associations of vendors, children’s activity area and man John Fehrenbach to attend to the School Psychologists and is president musical entertainment. myriad of details involved in staging this of East Central Ohio School Psychologist televised family event. Association. He is married to wife Barb. Bennett, recently appointed Stark The Timken Grand Parade will step off The Balloon Classic Invitational will mark County Engineer, at 8 a.m., Sat., Aug. 7. It will be enjoyed its 25th anniversary this year. Assisting is a graduate of by nearly 200,000 spectators along the Fricke as vice chairman of the event Akron University 2.2 mile route, as well as by millions committee is Scott Sanders. and former more via the television broadcast. president of The parade will feature the current Class Meeks, recently Hammontree & of Enshrinees, many returning Hall of appointed Associates, Ltd. He Famers, marching bands, giant helium Stark County has been a mem- balloons, fabulous floats, animal units Commissioner, Keith Bennett ber of the Ribs and specialty units. has been an Burnoff committee Enshrinement for 14 years, with 2010 being his second Festival volunteer and final year as chairman. He serves on since 1990. He has the boards of Friends of the Children been active with Network and American Society of the Community Highway Engineers and is a member of Steven Meeks Parade and events the American Society of Civil Engineers. formerly known as Bennett and wife Barbara are the Kickoff Sunday Race and Parade, and the parents of one son and one daughter. Hoover Grand Parade, which he chaired in 2002 and 2003. In addition to service Long-time Ribs Burnoff committee as Jackson Township Trustee from 2000- volunteer Vicky Sterling has been 2007, he has been affiliated with the selected to serve as vice chairman of Stark County Township Association the committee. and Jackson Township Economic Development and Comprehensive Plan Together, they will oversee all aspects of Steering Committees. He is a graduate of the Ribs Burnoff, which will take place

8 C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e Enshrinement Festival names auxiliary committee chairs The Pro Football Hall of Fame Assisting Morse with committee duties is Serving as vice chairman of the Security & Enshrinement Festival department vice chairman Dan Paumier. Logistics committee is Dennis Manzella. of Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce has named the following The Special Services Committee assists The Security & Logistics committee auxiliary committee chairs: Alex Hoce, many of the event committees with var- issues security passes for all personnel Communications; Diana Morse, Special ied duties, including media and sponsor servicing the events, oversees the Services; and Doug Froelich, Security & hospitality, registration at the Balloon delivery, distribution and security of food, Logistics. Classic Invitational media flight, trans- beverage, flowers, favors, programs and portation for Drum Corps Competition other items necessary to the success of Hoce, a career fire- and hosting the Timken Grand Parade the three indoor events, and monitors fighter/paramedic, float judges. movement of people from the perimeter is currently with rooms into the main auditorium for the the Plain Township Froelich, a teacher program portion of each of the three Fire Department at Green High events.The committee also provides secu- and president of School, heads the rity support for the Queen Pageant, Drum their Union Local committee that Corps Competition, Community Parade, 2967. He also coordinates Ribs Burnoff, Concert & Fireworks, Race works part-time security and logis- and Timken Grand Parade committees. for Canton tics for several Township and Enshrinement The central focus and highlight of the Alex Hoce Jackson Township Festival events, Enshrinement Festival will be the Aug. 7 Fire Departments. Hoce has fond memo- including the induction ceremony for the 2010 Class ries of participating in Enshrinement Doug Froelich Fashion Show of Enshrinees comprised of guard Russ Festival activities since he was a child, Luncheon, Grimm, linebacker Rickey Jackson, including selling pop, working the trash Enshrinees Dinner and Enshrinees cornerback Dick LeBeau, running patrol and assisting with first aid efforts at GameDay Roundtable.This is his 12th back Floyd Little, defensive tackle the Ribs Burnoff. A graduate of Central year as a member of the committee, and John Randle, wide receiver Jerry Rice Catholic High School, he attended he has also served as chairman of the and running back Emmitt Smith. University of Toledo and obtained a bach- Balloon Classic Invitational Committee elor’s degree in emergency management and as an eight-year member of the Hall For the complete schedule of events, from University of Richmond,Va. He is a of Fame’s Hospitality Committee. ticket information, and latest news, member of the International Association check the Web sites periodically: of Firefighters and formerly a member of A graduate of North Canton Hoover High www.profootballhofef.com or St. Paul’s UMC mission team and volun- School, he obtained a bachelor’s degree www.profootballhof.com teer for Canton Civic Opera. from Kent State University and a master’s degree from Ashland University. Hoce will be assisted by committee vice chairman Gary Lyon.

The Communications committee assumes responsibility for communications equip- ment utilized at all Enshrinement Festival events. Members are responsible for dis- tributing equipment, charging radios and telephones, monitoring EMS activities and serving as a clearinghouse for inquiries from guests, patrons and media.

Morse, fraud manager for GE Capital, graduated from Garfield High School and The University of Akron. She is co-leader of GE Women’s Network and serves Mt. Cavalry Baptist Diana Morse Church as youth coordinator for Zion’s Zeal organization for seven to 10 year olds. She and her husband, Ricky, have two adult children and two grandchildren.

C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e 9 SAVE THE DATE! Chamber Membership Golf Outing Wednesday, June 23 10 a.m. shotgun start Location TBD

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10 C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e From Businessman To Barbecue Ribsmeister March FAST BREAK BREAKFAST

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C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e 11 What can YOU expect from Leadership Stark County?

Do you want to expand your profession- Discover Stark County and personally.The human services pro- al network, climb the career ladder Whether you are new to the area or a gram day has forever changed my life. faster, or engage in a meaningful civic lifelong Stark Countian, Leadership Stark The experience of walking in the shoes endeavor? Through Leadership Stark County connects you to the assets and of the less privileged has changed my County’s Signature Program, you will: resources you need to affect our future. attitude and outlook in everything I do. Professionally, Leadership allowed me to Connect with leaders meet thirty-six individuals in all different Prepare yourself to interact with more Are you ready for the Leadership facets of the business community… I than 100 community leaders who make Stark County challenge? know I can trust and count on them for up the program day facilitators and If you or someone in your organization is anything, and for good.” guests.Volunteer faculty who share ready to build their leadership potential, their expertise include CEOs, judges, apply now at www.leadershipstarkcoun- historians, business owners, mayors, ty.org or call Fran Wells at 330-458-2094. Tiffany Gill, university presidents, school superin- Applications will be accepted through vice president/ tendents, artists, non-profit agency April 30, 2010. banking advisor, directors and many others. PNC Wealth Management Enhance your personal and “Leadership Stark County became my professional skills soul’s retreat each month. As we all Leadership Stark County will teach you know, these have been unprecedented the skills you need to become a more times, certainly in the financial industry effective, collaborative leader and give that I call home. Leadership allowed me you the inspiration to connect your to take a day away and really learn about values with real-world projects. what is important to me professionally

12 C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e Young Entrepreneur Snapshot proud GlenOak What are your thoughts on ystark!? and Malone grad. I wish I wasn’t on the top end of the age Lake Township is a limit! It’s a fabulous resource for my peaceful place to young team members and a group that raise a family. gets things done. I’m impressed with the number of young professionals joining How have the non-profit boards and diving in to solve amenities of Stark issues in our community. County contributed to your success? What advice would you give to YPs Most of my clients are in NE Ohio, so my who share your entrepreneurial streak location near the Akron-Canton Airport but are just getting started? Remain provides perfect access to the I-77 corri- teachable.Talk to as many entrepreneurs dor, which connects me to the north and as possible.You’ll glean nuggets of wis- south. It’s an affordable place to do busi- dom from each one. Don’t burn any ness and I can draw new talent from bridges. Be transparent and honest – many local universities. with your clients and your employees. And find a trustworthy attorney and Why is having a strong YP community accountant. I’ve found these two important for your business? In my resources invaluable over the years. business, creativity and fresh ideas are our lifeblood, so I need to infuse my What’s next for you? Every day is a new business with young, driven, creative adventure! Grabowski & Co. has grown folks. More importantly, I have three dramatically in the last few years, so I’ve children who I would like to see thrive spent time managing that growth.This in this region.The YP community of year, I am focused on setting our course today builds the foundation for the YP for the next decade. Editor’s note: In keeping with ystark!’s community of tomorrow. mission – to attract, retain and ENGAGE talented young people in Stark County – ACTION will feature monthly snapshots of outstanding young entrepreneurs throughout 2010.

Name: Sue Grabowski

Age: 40

Company Name: Grabowski & Company, Marketing Communications Strategies

How did you come up with the idea for your business/product/service? I worked at a small ad agency early in my career and knew - yes, at age 22 - that I wanted to own my own firm. I worked in several positions to hone my writing, project management and strategy skills then gathered talented people around me before going on my own in 1997.

Which attributes best define you as an entrepreneur? I’m a bit of a risk-taker, willing to say yes to nearly any project that comes my way. I’m also a bridge builder, so as I meet people and learn about their strengths, I try to connect them with others who need that skill.

Why have you chosen Canton as your home base? I grew up in Canton – I’m a

C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e 13 ystark! leadership leading the charge for YPs in 2010

The 2010 ystark! executive committee is Joseph D. Schauer, Advisory Board in this community. ystark! is the very best off and running with great programs and Co-Chair and Fund Drive Chair way to share that with others. professional development endeavors for Account Executive – Schauer Group, Inc. Stark County YPs. Read on to find out more Brittany Fehlman, Ed. Committee Chair about this year’s executive committee, an Online Profile: Student Affairs Coordinator, Aultman College IMPRESSIVE group of young movers and ystark.org/profile/JosephDSchauer of Nursing and Health Sciences shakers lead by ystark! Director Aimee Belden.Their leadership is helping to What’s the best part of Online Profile: make Stark County a great place for YPs getting involved with ystark.org/profile/BrittanyFehlman to live, work and play! ystark!? The ability to make a difference. What’s your favorite For more information on ystark! or to We have a committed ystark! event? My join this group of YPs engaged in Stark young professional favorite ystark! pro- County, visit ystark.org. Membership is volunteer base that is grams are the mentor- free and easy – so be sure to connect engaged in our mis- ing events at Stark with the executive committee online sion to attract and County’s colleges and by building your own online profile! Joseph Schauer retain young profes- universities. We have sionals to Stark County. ystark! also cre- the opportunity to go Robert Murphy, Chair ates the opportunity to meet new people and talk to local col- Attorney – Black McCuskey Souers & and learn about the community, whether Brittany Fehlman lege students about Arbaugh, LPA through CEO Meet & Eats, recreational the importance of networking, internships leagues, networking events and business and community involvement while they Online Profile: and education outreach programs.There are in school. I wish I had the opportunity ystark.org/profile/RobertMurphy are plenty of opportunities to get involved. to learn about these important career aspects in college. By introducing college What’s your favorite Christopher M. Seeley, Ambassador students to ystark! early in their career, ystark! event? That Committee Chair hopefully we are preparing a new genera- would have to be Assistant Vice President/Commercial tion of YPs! Twenty under 40! The Banking Officer – Ohio Legacy Bank awards event is always Robyn Steinmetz, Events a terrific opportunity Online Profile: Committee Chair to mingle and network, ystark.org/profile/ChristopherMSeeley Marketing and Communications but the really great Project Coordinator – Goodwill Industries of thing is seeing and What’s the best part of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. Robert Murphy hearing about terrific getting involved with young leaders in our community making ystark!? The best part Online Profile: a difference. It’s really inspiring to hear of getting involved ystark.org/profile/RobynSteinmetz their stories. with ystark! is meeting and forming relation- What’s the best part of Traci Dunn, Advisory Board Co-Chair ships with people you getting involved with Director, Organizational Advancement – are going through ystark!? One of the best The Timken Company the same stages in parts about being Chris Seely life with. involved in ystark! is Online Profile: all of the great people ystark.org/profile/TraciDunn Maureen Ater, Business Outreach that you meet.There is Committee Chair always someone new What’s your favorite Director of Marketing – The Repository to talk to and new ystark! event? I truly and GateHouse Ohio Media Robyn Steinmetz connections to make! enjoy the CEO Meet & Eats.They are a great Online Profile: Eric Belden, Recreation Chair opportunity to learn ystark.org/profile/MaureenAter Exec.Director – Pathway Caring for Children about other businesses in our community and Why did you get Online Profile: ystark.org/profile/EricBelden to gain best practices involved with ystark!? on how they attract Being involved with What’s your favorite Traci Dunn and retain top YP tal- ystark! was an easy ystark! event? My new ent. It also demon- decision for me. I was favorite event is strates how much progress Stark County born and raised here PerplexCity. I just love is making in creating a great community in Stark County, and that fact that our group culture that supports YPs. made the choice to continues to come up establish my career with creative new Maureen Ater here. I want other events that can help young professionals to recognize the me prepare myself for incredible opportunities available to us Eric Belden the Amazing Race!!

14 C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e Trina E. Bennington, Joseph Daleiden, At Large Member Kathryn Siegfried, At Large Member Twenty under 40! Chair Tax Manager – 415 Group Supervisor of Operations – Siegfried Program Manger – IT Communications, Enterprises, McDonald’s The Timken Company Online Profile: ystark.org/profile/JosephDaleiden Online Profile: Online Profile: ystark.org/profile/KathrynSiegfried ystark.org/profile/TrinaBennington What’s your favorite ystark! event? My Why did you get What’s the best part of favorite ystark! pro- involved with ystark!? I getting involved with gram is dodgeball. became involved in ystark!? The best part Nothing like seeing a ystark! after moving of getting involved in bunch of professionals here last April from ystark! is the relation- having as much fun as Washington, D.C. I was ships you establish. It’s little kids. excited to move to a great base for profes- Canton but knew no sional networking and Joseph Daleiden one and had little meeting people from Kathryn Siegfried opportunity through Trina Bennington different industries! my job to meet any Additionally, it gives Emily Menyes, At Large Member, young professionals with whom I had any- you a chance to meet people whom have PerplexCity Chair thing in common. ystark! has introduced similar interests, allowing you to make Employee Events Coordinator – Aultman me to many wonderful people and has lasting friendships. Health Foundation been the conduit through which I have been able to both get to know the com- Monique Cox-Moore, At Large Member Online Profile: munity and get involved. Fiscal Officer and Republican Pollworker ystark.org/profile/EmilyMenyes Coordinator of the Townships

What’s the best part What’s the best part of about getting involved getting involved with with ystark! The best ystark!? The best part part of getting involved of getting involved with ystark! is the great with ystark! is having exposure to Stark the opportunity to County. Stark County is meet so many creative a diverse and exciting and talented YPs with- area. I believe that the in our community. Monique Moore young professionals liv- Emily Menyes ing here will build an even stronger, more sustainable community. ystark! connects, showcases and exposes YPs to the neces- sary progressive tools to continue devel- oping and connecting our community.

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Every company is ment, physical and occupational therapy looking for ways to and rehabilitation services. reduce costs, and healthcare costs are Dr. Hensley received his Medical degree a large percentage from the West Virginia School of of every budget. Osteopathic Medicine with postgraduate A tailored wellness training at Akron General Medical Center program can have a and The University of Cincinnati. A certi- huge impact on fied Medical Review Officer, he has served Dr. Bruce Hensley healthcare costs, as the WHSS Medical Director since 1995. improve employee He frequently speaks on drug screening morale, reduce absenteeism and increase and work-related medical issues. productivity. Thursday, March 11 Dr. Bruce Hensley, medical director, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Mercy Work Health & Safety, will share Meyer’s Lake Ballroom ways you can improve your business’ bot- 3218 Parkway St. tom line and increase corporate wellness Canton 44708 at the March 11 Stark County Safety Cost: $16 Council Luncheon. Reservations are required RSVP by Mar. 8 Mercy Work Health & Safety helps businesses provide a safe work place Spotlight Company: by educating employees and offering preventative healthcare services.When an injury does happen, they offer both immediate and continuing care for the employee through 24-hour injury treat-

16 C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e Crisis communications and your business - 2010 Stark County Safety Council CEO Annual Breakfast

One of your situation? They say it takes a lifetime Regional Sewer District, NASA and employees has to build a reputation and only a few Westfield Insurance. been accused of seconds to destroy one. In a split second sexual harass- you could find yourself in a position Join us for the annual CEO Breakfast ment… reports where you need to know how to handle event! Our special annual event is one surface alleging the media or be a public spokesperson. that Safety Council member company’s computer and Would you know what to do or how to presidents, CEOs or other members of database mis- respond? senior management are invited to use… you’re attend in order to meet requirements of under fire for a This fast-paced talk by Cleveland crisis Workers’ Compensation discount plan. Bruce Hennes piece of equip- communications and media specialist ment that may Bruce Hennes, managing partner of Tuesday, March 16 be causing injury or death…there’s Hennes Communications, will give you 7 a.m. registration been an incident of workplace vio- the tools you need to defend yourself 7:30 – 9 a.m. program & breakfast lence… The Repository wants a quote against a press onslaught. Meyer’s Lake Ballroom about a rumor damaging to your com- 3218 Parkway St. NW pany or municipality… the TV I-Team Hennes has over 30 years experience Canton, 44708 is at the door… working in politics and public relations. Cost: $20 includes breakfast He now counts among his current and RSVP by Mar. 10 What happens when the media is former clients such companies as Akron interested in your business? Or when General Hospital, Avery Dennison, an “investigative journalist”bursts into Degussa Chemicals, Forest City your office with cameras blazing and a Enterprises,The Greater Cleveland microphone in your face? What are your Regional Transit Authority, KeyBank, rights? Is there any way to control the John Carroll University, Northeast Ohio

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Subsidized Employment Program may help local businesses and unemployed

The Stark County Department of minor child. Local employers “We see the program helping busi- Job & Family Services (SCDJFS) is may utilize this funding through nesses and organizations, especially providing new opportunities to local Aug. 21, 2010. those that have lost employees employers. Funding recently became because of the economy,”Thompson available to offer assistance to local “SEP should provide a boost for said.“There are so many people who employers to hire unemployed or some of our local employers. Our are unemployed. Our agency will under-employed individuals. goal is to help families attain self- help residents return to work and sufficiency,”said Tom Thompson, keep their employment as the The Subsidized Employment SCDJFS Deputy Director of Human economy begins to turn around.” Program (SEP) is designed to finan- Services. cially assist local employers with Interested business owners should increasing their workforce at a Under the program, SCDJFS pays call SCDJFS job developer Penny reduced cost to their bottom line. the 75 percent subsidy until Aug. 21, Cook at (330) 451-8482 or work SCDJFS will pay 75 percent of new while the employee continues to experience site coordinator employee wages and medical/den- work and earn a living. Employers Vicki Picone at (330) 451-8425. tal/ vision benefits.The hired individ- are responsible for just 25 percent ual must be at or below 200 percent of the new employees’ wages and of the poverty level and have a medical/dental/vision benefits.

C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e 19 WELCOME to our newest members, who joined Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce in January. We encourage you to patronize their businesses. If you know of other businesses that would benefit from Chamber member- ship, please contact the Membership Department at (330) 458-2067.

Alternative Health Options, Inc. Brenda K. Gee Ohio Vortex Professional (HEALTH & WELLNESS) (CONSULTANTS - BUSINESS) Ralph Rohner (Chip) Brenda K. Gee (SOCCER - PROFESSIONAL) 1188 Wooster Rd.W 415 E. Front St. Jodi Wayble Barberton, OH 44203 Dover, OH 44622 1101 Market Ave. N (330) 701-7348 (330) 353-3801 Canton, OH 44702 www.alternativehealthoptions.com (330) 354-7778 The Kimbell-Brown Store/ www.ohiovortex.org Eileen F. Aukerman-Baroni Kimbell-Brown Estate Sales (WRITER - AUTHOR) (ESTATE SALES - PROforma Cross Media Marketing Eileen F. Aukerman-Baroni CONSIGNMENT SHOPS) (MARKETING & PROMOTIONS - 806 Crosswick Cir. Stephen Luke CORPORATE; E-COMMERCE) Louisville, OH 44641 2719 Fulton Drive NW Milan Chovan (330) 875-4192 Canton, OH 44718 1501 Oak Bluff Rd. NE (330) 454-3460 Massillon, OH 44646 Barnhart Printing Corp. www.kimbell-brown.com (330) 880-4279 dba The Barnhart Group www.proforma.com/cmm (PRINTING COMPANIES) Liberty Mutual - Lindsay Smith Doug Kish (INSURANCE) Robert Half International 1107 Melchoir Pl. SW Lindsay Smith (EMPLOYMENT SERVICES) Canton, OH 44707 275 Springside Dr., #220 Jennifer L. Claxon (330) 418-3274 Akron, OH 44333 4450 Belden Village NW #603 www.BarnhartPrinting.com (330) 666-2199 Canton, OH 44718-2559 www.LibertyMutual.com (330) 493-7625 Charlie Company www.rhi.com (SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES) ListVantage Connie Phillips (MAILING SERVICES; PRINTING CO. Salon de la Casa Canton, OH 447 DIRECT MAIL - LISTS; ADVERTISING - (BEAUTY SALONS) (330) 224-7043 DIRECT MAIL, DIRECTORY & GUIDE) David Price www.veteranhomes.org Jennifer L.Wright 2719 Fulton Rd. NW 4580 Stephen Circle NW, Ste. 201 Canton, OH 44718 Colortone Staging & Rentals Canton, OH 44718 (330) 455-0595 (AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCTION) (877) 560-1851 www.salondelacasa.com Judy Brown www.ListVantage.com 5401 Naiman Pkwy. Stark County Hunger Task Force Cleveland, OH 44139 MaBruEv Custom Jewelry (SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES) (330) 554-3340 (JEWELRY - HIGH FASHION) Eric Smer www.colortone.com Mary & Bruce Everson 408 9th St. SW 2116 Hunting Valley St. NW Canton, OH 44707 DDK Property Group, LLC North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 455-6667 (CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING (330) 494-3138 www.starkhunger.org SPECIALIST - PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT www.mabruev.com & MANAGEMENT) Steve Wern Signs Kevin J. Hinton Mr. Appliance (SIGNS) 2712 Mahoning Ave. NE (APPLIANCES - REPAIR) Steve Wern Canton, OH 44705 Michael Brown 6350 Promler St. NW (330) 354-9430 239 Roxbury Ave. NW North Canton, OH 44720 www.ddkproperty.com Massillon, OH 44646 (330) 497-9470 (330) 478-5511 www.stevewernsigns.com Full Circle Construction, Inc. www.MrAppliance.com (CONSTRUCTION - INTERIOR & EXTERIOR - COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL) NE Ohio Collections Dan Geisinger (COLLECTION AGENCIES) PO Box 80481 Teresa Siffrin Canton, OH 44708 6370 Mt. Pleasant Street NW (330) 447-8709 North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 497-8505 www.ne-ohio-collections.com

20 C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e increasing responsibility, including vice Attorney R. Clint Zollinger, of Day president of logistics and vice president Ketterer Ltd., has been certified by the of sales. He has a bachelor’s degree in Ohio State Bar Association as a specialist economics from Denison University and in Workers’ Compensation Law. He joins Meals On Wheels of Stark & Wayne an MBA-Finance from The University of an elite group of attorneys statewide Counties announced the hiring of Jeffrey Akron. In his new role, Duplin will be who are recognized for their professional S. Davis as volunteer coordinator. In his responsible for sales, marketing, and excellence and demonstration of substan- new role, Davis is responsible for recruit- product development while working with tial and continuing involvement in a par- ing and scheduling volunteers who deliv- the leadership team to create and exe- ticular field of law. Named among Ohio er meals to clients every weekday from cute a strategy of profitable growth. In Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2010, the agency’s 20 nutrition sites. Before business since 1986, Midlake has three Zollinger obtained his undergraduate joining Meals On Wheels, Davis served in plants, all in Stark County. For more infor- degree from Washington and Jefferson sales management positions with NSA mation visit www.midlake.com. College and his law degree from The Technology and Arthur Middleton Capital University of Akron. Active in the Canton Holdings. He is a graduate of Mount The law firm of Morrow & Meyer LLC is community where is resides, Zollinger Union College.To learn more about Meals pleased to announce that three of its serves on the board of directors for the On Wheels or to volunteer, visit attorneys, Tod Morrow, Robert Meyer Aultman Health Foundation and First Tee www.mow-starkwayne.org. and Mary Beth Reynolds, have been rec- of Canton. He is also an adjunct professor ognized in the 2010 Editions of Ohio for Malone University’s MBA Graduate Portage Lakes Career Center has named Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers- Program and past president of the Ben Moore as its new director of curricu- Corporate Counsel. In addition, Morrow Canton Jaycees. lum and post-secondary education. was selected by Super Lawyers Magazine Moore’s duties include supervision of dis- as one of Ohio’s Top 100 Attorneys, and Ronald R. Rodak, president of A.S.A.P. trict technology, curriculum, professional Reynolds was listed among the State’s Advertising Specialties and Printing in development and Adult Education pro- Top 50 Female Attorneys. Morrow & North Canton, has been elected presi- grams. Moore has a bachelor’s in business Meyer LLC is also pleased to announce dent of the Ohio Promotional administration from Washington and Lee that John C. Ross has joined the law firm Professionals Association (OPPA). For University and a master’s degree in busi- as a partner.With more than 25 years of the past five years he has served on the ness and information technology educa- law practice in Stark County and OPPA board, first as a trustee, then on the tion from Virginia Tech. Additionally, he Northeastern Ohio, Ross adds significant executive board, and was recently elected has completed post-master’s certificate strength and experience to the firm’s president by the OPPA Board of Directors. programs in educational leadership and Labor and Construction Law practice. Rodak’s term began in January, and will superintendent licensure from Virginia Ross is a trustee and past president of last one year. He is a lifelong resident of Commonwealth University and Ashland Builders Exchange of East Central Ohio, Stark County. He is a past president of University, respectively. and he has been recognized by The Best Louisville City Schools board of education Lawyers in America®. where he was elected for three terms. Community Harvest of Stark County is He also currently serves on the board celebrating 20 years of serving Stark The Stark County District Library now of directors at Edgewood Community County as “the simple and common has mobile versions of its website and Center in Plain Township and was a char- sense way to help others.“Their delivery is catalog available for its customers who ter class participant of the Government simple. Each day, thousands of pounds of are Smartphone users.The new mobile Leadership Academy of Stark County. prepared food are discarded. Fortunately, website includes AirPAC which provides Community Harvest is able to rescue that access to the library’s catalog at Canton Data Print, Inc. has acquired food through the generosity of volun- http://m.starklibrary.org, enabling users to the assets of The Letter Shop, LLC of teers and a specially-equipped refrigerat- access library resources anywhere, any- Canton.This is the latest step in the ed truck.This food is collected on daily time. It also includes a simplified version growth of one of the region’s leading pro- routes and then distributed to hot meal of the library’s website, optimized for any fessional mailing and letter shop service sites, churches and organizations that mobile device with internet access providers. Founded in 1994, Canton Data prepare food for the hungry on a regular (iPhones, Droids, BlackBerrys, Palm Pre, Print offers bulk mailing services. Over the basis. Last year, Community Harvest res- etc.) Visit http://starklibrary.info to test years, Canton Data Print has invested cued over $730,000 in food and delivered drive this exciting new service. more than $200,000 to improve and nearly 500,000 meals to our hungry enhance services. In addition to the famil- neighbors in Stark County. Faith Siffrin, Inc. is pleased to welcome Carrie iar letter shop services of ink jet address- (Finnicum) Barbato recently assumed Welden, RN to the agency. In this posi- ing, bar coding, tabbing and zip sorting, the role of executive director for tion,Welden’s primary responsibilities Canton Data Print offers Intelligent Community Harvest, where she will over- include overseeing the complex medical Inserting and Variable Data Imaging that see the design, marketing and delivery of care for individuals served with develop- allows customers to completely cus- programs. For more information, visit mental disabilities, training staff to admin- tomize individual mailing pieces while www.communityharveststark.org. ister medications and certifying staff in retaining standard pre-sort postage sta- First Aid and CPR, ensuring all staff is cur- tus.With a new Flat Sorter, Canton Data Midlake Products and Manufacturing rent with required training, and monitor- Print can even reduce mailing costs of in Louisville, a world class manufacturer of ing and educating staff and people first and third class flat mail pieces.Very custom hinges and metal fabricated com- served in making healthy dietary choices. few mail houses in Northeast Ohio offer ponents, is pleased to announce the addi- A recent graduate of the Aultman College the range of services available at Canton tion of Greg Duplin as vice president of of Nursing and Health Sciences, Welden Data Print. business development. Prior to joining serves as an educated and knowledge- Midlake, Duplin was vice president of able resource to all Siffrin staff when Submit Biz Bitz articles to sales and marketing at Progressive Foam medical issues arise, and brings a higher [email protected]. Technologies. He also spent over 27 years credibility to the agency’s quality of care Deadline is five weeks prior for people with developmental disabilities. with The Hoover Company in positions of to publication.

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PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.CANTONCHAMBER.ORG OR CALL (330) 458-2085 March

IN ORDER TO BETTER ACCOMMODATE GUESTS AT CHAMBER EVENTS, WE ASK THAT THEY BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR EACH EVENT IN ADVANCE. THIS WILL ENSURE THAT WE HAVE ACCURATE COUNTS FOR FOOD SERVICE AND SEATING.

FIRST FRIDAY - ArtWorks First Friday, March 5 Art Works for the March 5 First Friday, where all facets of the arts will be celebrated! 6 – 10 p.m. ArtsinStark kicks off their 2010 fund drive campaign with live performances at Downtown Canton FREE! the Canton Palace Theatre beginning at 5:30 p.m. Join us in March as we 5 celebrate all aspects of the arts in beautiful downtown Canton. Be sure to visit www.cantonfirstfriday.com for details and a full activity schedule.

STARK COUNTY SAFETY COUNCIL LUNCHEON Thursday, March 11 Dr. Bruce Hensley, medical director, Mercy Work Health & Safety, will share ways 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Meyer’s Lake Ballroom you can improve your business’ bottom line and increase corporate wellness 3218 Parkway St. NW 11 at the March 11 Stark County Safety Council Luncheon. Canton 44708 Reservations are required. Cost: $16 RSVP by Mar. 8

AULTCARE FAST BREAK BREAKFAST Friday, March 12 From Businessman to Barbecue Ribsmeister 7 a.m. registration 7:30 a.m. program In 1999, Brian Bailey went from software salesman to barbecue entrepreneur. Old Carolina Courtyard by Marriott Barbecue Company, formed with high school friend Tim Hug, has exploded out of Bailey’s 4375 Metro Cir. epiphany to become a Northeast Ohio favorite for authentic barbecue. Bailey will share North Canton, OH 12 Cost: $18 members; $21 some of his key entrepreneurial learnings with the audience. members less than 48 hours in advance; $25 non-members RSVP by Mar. 10

STARK COUNTY SAFETY COUNCIL Tuesday, March 16 2010 Stark County Safety Council CEO Annual Breakfast 7 a.m. registration 7:30 – 9 a.m. program and Join us for this annual CEO Breakfast event featuring crisis communications and breakfast media specialist Bruce Hennes! Our special annual event is one that Safety Council mem- Meyer’s Lake Ballroom ber company’s presidents, CEOs or other members of senior management are invited to 3218 Parkway St. NW attend in order to meet requirements of Workers’ Compensation discount plan. Canton, 44708 16 Cost: $20 includes breakfast RSVP by Mar. 10

STIR AFTER HOURS Thursday, March 18 St. Patty’s Day Stir After Hours is summoning some of the luck of the Irish 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tam O’Shanter Golf Course The Canton Regional Chamber is summoning the spirit of the Irish for March 18’s Stir After 5055 Hills & Dales Rd. NE Hours Small Business Networking Series at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course! Enjoy your green Canton, 44708 18 beer on the putting green for a special St. Patrick’s Day putting competition. Dine on appe- Cost: $5 tizers from Santangelo Catering in Massillon.They’re serving up springtime favorites to keep RSVP by Feb. 16 your winter blues at bay.

SPRING NETWORK: Learn what it takes to win in the big world Friday, March 26 of business & cultivate relationships with 100 new contacts 8 a.m. registration 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. networking Tired of meeting the same people at the same gatherings with no end in sight? Want to The Canton Club freshen your sales database and make real connections with new people? Jack Windsor, 101 Central Plaza S 26 Canton, 44702 founder and president of Windsor consulting group and The MasterMind Groups, will coach you along on a networking journey through four fast-paced hours of energized activ- Free valet parking available beginning at 7:30 a.m. ities, complete with icebreakers and a new way of thinking about business interactions. Cost: $25, continental breakfast included No Shows will be billed. RSVP by Mar. 19

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