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FEBRUARY 2021 ACTION WWW.CANTONCHAMBER.ORG ONLINE NEWSLETTER

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CONTENTS Utica Downstream - NEW DATE! | SCORE | Education Update | Members Helping Members | SBA Webinar | MEWA Now With Dental! Join a Tip Club! | Canton Inc. Magazine Now Available | Signature Applications Due | Spotlight Applications Due Young Professional Profile | Safety Council Webinar | Hall of Fame City Ice Rink | New Members | New Member Renewals | BizBitz

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Joseph J. Feltes Chairman Office Partner in Charge Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC Dennis P. Saunier Due to a rapid increase in COVID-19 cases, and for the safety of our guests, speakers, spon- President & CEO sors and staff, we are postponing Utica Downstream to Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021. Attendees may choose to attend in-person or virtually. Steven M. Meeks Vice President & Chief Operating Officer The conference has always focused on Ohio’s reputation as being the polymer capital of the . But this year, the demand from plastics is greater than it has ever been Collyn Floyd as the result of the virus. Our conference will have experts that will discuss the Editor and Vice President of Marketing & outlook plastics nationally and in Ohio as well as the most recent initiatives on recycling. Communications Our conference will not be complete without discussing natural gas power plant con- Molly Romig struction. A number of power plant construction plants were shelved as the result of HB Advertising Sales / Action 6. With revelation of fraud and corruption attached to that bill, there is now a move to 330.833.4400 rescind it. If HB 6 is rescinded it, those cancelled natural gas power plants could see new Sarah Lutz life. The Utica Downstream Conference will provide the latest information on this topic. Graphics Manager Sponsorships are available: please contact Chris Gumpp at (330) 458-2055 or chrisg@ cantonchamber.org. Due to COVID-19 event is subject to change. Please visit our website for updates.

Thursday, February 25, 2021 // Registration is now open: www.CantonChamber.org

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During the first two decades of the 21st ones that embrace the enduring reality How do you assess the strength of your century, more than ever before, businesses that a brand stands as the composite brand? Its respect? have been touting their brands. In of innovation, superior product design, doing so many of those businesses have quality engineering, manufacturing, One service SCORE provides is serving as been focusing on brandishing their attention to detail in all facets, reliability, a sounding board for clients who would logos or brandmarks, making them the superior customer or client service, value an outside-in perspective on their centerpieces of their public identities. integrity, community involvement and brands and actions that can be taken to That’s understandable since businesses respect. strengthen them. have invested in creating their logos or brandmarks - often supplemented with Aggregate all those factors and one sees You can learn more about SCORE taglines - and show them on everything that a brand, at its core, is reputation. That at www.canton.score.org or from business cards to website homepages concept - that reality - is fully embraced by emailing [email protected]. to signage and so on. companies that have prospered, weathered difficult economic times, stand the best The Canton Regional Chapter of SCORE Too few of those businesses have been chance of taking on a range of challenges, serves for-profit businesses and non- sufficiently emphasizing what, in fact, and winning the enduring loyalty of profit organizations in Stark, Tuscarawas, constitutes a brand. It is far more than an customers, employees, suppliers and other Holmes, Harrison and Carroll counties. icon. Some businesses - both for-profit and valued constituents. non-profit -understand that. They are the

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4650 Hills & Dales Rd NW Phone: 330-830-4919 or 1-888-738-5800 Suite 360 Fax: 330-830-4902 Canton, Ohio 44718 Email: [email protected] Web: www.aultcompmco.com Stark Manufacturing Workforce Development Partnership Has Launched

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Our local manufacturers want you to know that manufacturing is alive and well in Stark County and in NE Ohio. Manufactur- ing is a viable career pathway, and that message is one of the driving forces in the newly created Stark Manufacturing Work- force Development Partnership. Industry Sector Partnerships (ISP) are a proven workforce development strategy that put employers in the driver’s seat and have demonstrated effective- ness across the country. Manufacturers within a regional labor market work together to influence alignment around common solutions with education and training, economic and workforce development, and community organizations. We are happy toEDUCATION report that after collective efforts by the Chamber, MAGNETMEANS and SEDB toBUSINESS convene local employers, a Stark ManufacturingCANTON Workforce REGIONAL Development CHAMBER Partnership has launched. The Ohio Manufacturer’s Association is facilitating early discussions with a group of Stark County thought lead- ers in manufacturing. In less than two months the group has identified immediate priorities, opportunities and actions that promote manufacturing as a career pathway. The key components of an Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) include: At your location or ours, • Led by employers – to ensure the system is truly employer- we’ve got you led demand-driven and will lead to better outcomes for covered. individuals. AultWorks Occupational Medicine specializes in • Focused on a single industry – to allow employers to treating work-related injuries and illnesses. We are certified connect with peers from their own industry, identify needs by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. beyond basic workplace skills, and dive deeply into the technical needs of the industry. Our services include: • Injury Care • Regional – to address unique needs of subsectors while • Drug and Alcohol Screenings reflecting the true dynamics within a regional economy. • DOT and FAA Physicals • Pre-placement Physicals • Convened by a neutral intermediary – to align all relevant • Random Management Programs partner programs and resources as solutions to identified industry needs. Canton The graphic at the top of the page depicts the elements of an 330-491-9675 Industry Sector Partnership (ISP). Alliance 330-823-8864 The Stark Manufacturing Partnership will reach out to education, training, community and workforce organizations Orrville in the coming weeks and months to initiate, strengthen and 330-684-4767 augment these strategic partnerships in order to build a robust manufacturing talent pipeline system.

By: Barbara Hammontree Bennett, PE, PS, LEED-AP www.aultman.org/aultworks Vice President of Education and Workforce

6 Members Helping Members Program

Due to COVID-19, we’ve received a spike in requests from small business mem- bers who are struggling to renew their dues. We are asking members who are in a positive position to consider providing assistance through our “Members Helping Members” program. Here’s how you can help members in need as we weather the pandemic: • Consider donating $310 (our basic small business membership), or your own specified amount, along with your annual dues payment. You’ll see a “Members Helping Members” line on your invoice or when you pay online. Members Any funds will go toward covering the dues of a member who simply can’t renew this year. HELPING • Go anytime to cantonchamber.org/members-helping-members to donate. Members We’d like to give a special thanks to these companies who already donated and helped save the Chamber memberships of eight small businesses: • Buckingham, Doolittle and Burroughs LLC • Buxton Roofing, LLC • Consumers National Bank • Ziegler Bolt & Nut House • Orwick’s Tree Service, Inc Due to COVID-19, we’ve received a spike in requests from small business members who are struggling to • Hardesty Partners renew their dues. We are asking members who are in a positive position to consider providing assistance through our "Members Helping Members" program.

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP Consider donating $310 (our basic small business membership), or your own speci ed amount, along SBA Webinar:with your annual dues payment. You’ll see a “Members Helping Members” line on the enclosed invoice or when you pay online. Any funds will go toward covering the dues of a member who Round 2 COVID-19simply Relief can't renew thisPrograms year. New COVID-19 relief programs areYou’ll available not only forbe helping small a businesseslocal small business, and you’ll be helping our community stay strong as we non-profits, including a $900 billionrecover stimulus together! package and second round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. We are honored to be joined by U.S.GO Congressman TO www.cantonchamber.org/ Bob Gibbs (OH-7) along with Gil Goldberg, District Director, andmembers-helping-members Mark Hansel, Lender Relations Specialist, from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Cleveland District Office for an informative webinar on the latest on COVID-19 relief options, as well as a brief Q&A: • Latest stimulus package details (passed/signed into law in December 2020) • Changes to the PPP and EIDL relief loan programs • PPP first & second draw loan applications • PPP loan forgiveness • Additional federal relief programs for businesses affected by the pandemic

SBA Webinar via Zoom Thursday, Feb. 4 10:00 a.m. FREE to attend, but registration is required. www.CantonChamber.org 7 NOW OFFERING DENTAL!

8 NOW OFFERING DENTAL! Join a Tip Club and Grow Your Business Leads in the New Year!

Join a tip club for weekly networking meetings, and exchange sales leads or “tips” with fellow chamber members in a wide variety of industries!

Joining a tip club is free for members – just sign up, attend a casual breakfast or lunch, and pay for your meal each week! Clubs are facilitated by Chamber staff or Chamber Ambassadors. Breakfast clubs begin at 8:00 am; lunch clubs begin at noon.

Current Schedule of Clubs:

MONDAY: 12 noon DoubleTree by Hilton Canton, 320 Market Ave. South (Park at the post office) - Led by Kari Pekar Zoom link available – [email protected]

TUESDAY: 8 am Gregory’s Family Restaurant, 2835 Whipple Ave. NW – Led by Steve Tirrell 12 noon Coaches Burger Bar (old Fox and Hound) 4834 Everhard Road - Led by Molly Romig Zoom link available – Email [email protected]

WEDNESDAY: 8 am John’s Bar & Grill – 2749 Cleveland Ave NW - Led by Stacy Hoffman 12 noon Sylvester’s North End Grill – 4305 Portage Rd NW - Led by Molly Romig Zoom link available – Email [email protected]

THURSDAY: 8 am Buehler’s – 7138 Fulton Dr. NW - Led by David Angione Zoom: https://bit.ly/crccthur8am 12 noon La Pizzaria, 3656 Dressler Road - Led by Molly Romig Zoom link available – Email [email protected]

FRIDAY: 12 noon Mama Guzzardi’s Italian Restaurant – 1107 N. Main Street - Led by Sara Largent Zoom link available – Email [email protected]

Contact our Membership Department today to get started: [email protected]

Canton Inc. Request Copies of Canton Inc. Magazine

A new issue of Canton Inc., an economic development publication that showcases why Stark County is a great place to do business, is now available. The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and / The Repository produce this magazine twice yearly.

By showcasing the business landscape here in Canton, through rich business features and highlights on education, transportation, health care, quality of life and more, we hope to attract new businesses, increase business growth locally, and change the perception of our region.

Need additional copies? Individuals or businesses can request copies by calling the Canton Regional Chamber at 330.456.7253.

9 Applications Are Now Available Leadership Stark County Signature Program

In the 35th Class Signature Program you’ll join a multi-generational team of individuals from all professional walks who will spend more than ten months together developing their leadership ability and delving into the assets and challenges present in Stark Coun- ty. This group is selected from highly qualified applicants to form a class that is rich in professional, cultural, and ideological diversity.

Leadership Stark County has taken concrete steps to challenge racism, embrace change, and accept ideas that are uncomfortable. Our programs have amplified efforts to both recruit minority class participants and increase minority representation among commit- tees, facilitators, and guest speakers. In addition, we are able to offer scholarship opportunities specifically for persons of color and minority applicants. The scholarship application form is incorporated into the Signature Program application so it’s easy to request tuition assistance.

Signature Program members:

• Learn more about themselves as they Discover their Strengths through Gallup curriculum

• Discover more about the community through ten interactive program days that span the county and a range of critical themes

• Identify ways to Strengthen Stark County through active participation in the Building Better Boards seminar and Board Matching event among other experiences

• Gain in-depth insight into leading teams in their careers and community endeavors through examination of leadership competencies

The program begins with an overnight retreat and meets for 10 full-day sessions once per month. Tuition is $2,950 all-inclusive and tuition assistance is available for non-profit or small business participants.

Apply online at www.LeadershipStarkCounty.org. Applications are due April 16. If you have more questions about our programs, please call Stephanie Werren, director, at 330-458-2093.

10 Applications Are Now Available Spotlight Program for Young Professionals Begins March 2021!

The Leadership Stark County Spotlight Program is now taking • Opportunities to explore local economic development applications from young professionals in their 20s and 30s, initiatives who want to build leadership skills and dive deeper into their • Diversity and inclusion-focused sessions community engagement. Participants will identify and develop • Networking opportunities with like-minded young personal strengths, gain exposure to numerous community professionals leaders and organizations, and explore issues and opportunities in our community. For Stark County to adapt and thrive, it is The Spotlight Program is a great option for employers to essential that young professionals work, play, & stay in our enhance leadership potential and build competencies of young community. The Spotlight Program can be a key element to professionals. The course includes six sessions that meet (mix of helping young professionals learn all that our community has in-person and virtual programming) from 4-6 p.m. beginning on to offer, make connections with a variety of people, and find Wednesday, March 24, and ending on Wednesday, May 26. their niche for meaningful service. Tuition for the six sessions is $550 per person. Scholarships may Spotlight young professional class members will receive: be available to non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, and/or minority candidates. Company group applications are welcome. • Personalized GallupStrengths Assessment Class size is restricted due to social distancing requirements. • Programming founded on the six Leadership Competencies Apply now at www.LeadershipStarkCounty.org. • Professional headshot (digital file) • Community service opportunity • Introduction to non-profit leaders and causes • Exposure to community arts & culture • Downtown development & historical background

11 proudlv sponsored hv: �AULTMAN Get to know the young professionals who will joining organizations. Meeting new people is never a bad thing. I truly believe you learn something important from every shape the future of Canton/Stark County! Each person you meet. month, we’ll introduce you to a YP who is living What would attract more YPs to Stark County? or working, but most importantly, thriving in More activities that can get young professionals out into the community. Something that will get them involved with the Stark County! area and learn how special this area truly is. Name: Bayley A. Porter What do you do in the evenings or on the weekends for fun in Stark County or NE Ohio? Occupation/Title/Place of work: One of my favorite events is the First Friday. I love the Coordinator, Partnerships and Events atmosphere and being in the heart of downtown Canton with Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls friends and family. Age: 23 Could you see yourself spending your lifetime in Stark County and if not, what would cause you to leave? Why are you interested in Stark County’s Young I see myself spending my lifetime in Stark County. Staying close Professionals initiative? to friends and family is so important to me and I see this county I feel this is a great way to make connections with other people as my forever home. Even when I was away for college coming in my community and learn more about the companies they back to Stark County was always the plan. work for.

What would you share to encourage other people to join? I would share how important it is to make connections within your community and how important it is to get involved.

Did you grow up in Stark? If so, where? If not, where did you move from and why? Yes, born and raised here in Stark County.

Why do you stay in Stark County, from both a personal and professional point of view? My entire family lives here in Stark County. Family is the most important thing for me. My job at Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls is my dream job and I hope to see the Village develop right in front of my eyes and see it grow everyday.

What do you like MOST about Stark County? I love the small town community feeling while being a big area. It is that place that no matter where life takes you, you always return back to Stark County because it is a forever home.

What would you change about Stark County if you could? BAYLEY A. PORTER I wish people saw how special this area is. How much character and history Stark County holds. We have so much to offer but people who tend to live here, especially younger generations, cannot wait to leave because they do not see how special Stark County really is and all the opportunities it has to offer.

What do you see as valuable opportunities for YPs in is sponsored by: Stark County when it comes to career opportunities, cultural access, leadership or community involvement opportunities? Getting involved in any way possible. Whether that be volunteering, or visiting local restaurants or museums, or even

13 Stark County Safety Council WEBINAR: “COVID-19 Vaccine: Facts, Myths and Misconceptions”

Join Erin Hayden, Pharm.D., for a discussion exploring the facts, myths and common misconceptions surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine. Erin will educate you about the safety and efficacy of the vaccine.

ABOUT THE FY21 SCSC WEBINAR SERIES: The Ohio BWC has asked all Ohio Safety Councils to conduct all meetings virtually (online only) until July 2021. Each FREE, live webinar will feature dynamic speakers followed by a short Q&A session.

You do not need to be a Stark County Safety Council member to attend. ALL are welcome!

Thursday, February 11 11:00 a.m. - noon Safety Council Webinar Cost: FREE, but please register by Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. www.CantonChamber.org

Erin Hayden

Hall of Fame City Ice Rink 2020-2021 Season

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Admission is $2 with your own skates and $4 with rental of skates (cash only).

Hall of Fame City Ice Rink 215 Tuscarawas Street W Canton, OH 44702 Hours Monday through Thursday 10 am to 7 pm

Friday and Saturday 10 am to 8 pm

Sunday Noon to 6 pm

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Hall, Kistler & Company (HK) is pleased Bank anticipates that banking operations at responsible for building opportunities for to announce that Seth Turner, CPA, CVA the new Green Town Park Center location students to engage with career education has been promoted to Manager and will begin in spring of 2021. and career management throughout their Sandra Orcutt, EA has been promoted time at Walsh. to Tax Compliance Director. Jeffrey In addition to a Relationship Manager Skakun and Jordan Knapp have been and staff of Relationship Bankers, the new Alexander is a graduate of Marshall promoted to Senior Accountants as well. office will include in-market commercial, University in West Virginia and earned her Amber Pennington has been hired as an mortgage, and consumer lenders Master degree from Walsh University’s Administrative Professional at Hall, Kistler mortgage originator, commercial lender, Counseling and Human Development and Kory Arner and Mitchell Madenfort and additional offices, and conference program. as Staff Accountants. room. The branch will also offer drive-thru banking services including an enhanced Total Distribution, Inc. (TDI) recently Hall Kistler would like to remember partner deposit ATM, and night depository. acquired a semi-automatic carton packer, John Draper (1938-2020). He was a partner the Brewsky 500, at TDI’s Jacksonville, at Hall Kistler from 1983-1999. John was Matthew Ramsey has been elected Florida location. The Brewsky 500, the a graduate of Kent State University and the newest shareholder at Maloney + highest speed beverage cartoner/case received his MBA from Akron University. Novotny LLC. Matthew’s wide range of packer with an All-Servo-Powertrain, was He is survived by his wife of 49 years, technical expertise, dedication to client purchased to carton 2 million, twelve-packs Theresa and two adult children, and several service, assistance in the transition of for a major beverage manufacturer in a grandchildren. recent acquisitions, practice development projected time of fewer than four months. efforts and community involvement have This service is available for all interested The ArtsinStark Board of Directors has successfully contributed to our growth, parties, now and in the future. hired David Whitehill of Asheville, N.C., as both firm-wide and in our Canton office. the organization’s next President and CEO. Matthew is a member of the American Premier Bank is pleased to announce Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the promotion of Jennifer Bidlingmyer Whitehill spent the last eight years the Ohio Society of Certified Public to Senior Vice President, Treasury as Executive Director of the Asheville Accountants and ISACA. Management Sales Director. Bidlingmyer Symphony, one of the nation’s most joined the Bank in 2012 and has served progressive orchestras among its peers and Dana Patterson has been promoted the in various leadership roles in Treasury the largest employer of the performing arts newest Principal at Maloney + Novotny Management and Retail/Business Banking. in the 17-county Western North Carolina LLC (M+N). Dana began her career at She most recently served as Treasury region. Before taking the position in M+N in 1999 and works with clients out of Management Sales Team Leader. Asheville, Whitehill led arts organizations our Canton office in a variety of industries In her new role, with nearly 20 years in Bangor, Maine, and Orange County, such as manufacturing, real estate, retail of banking experience and a strong California. He will begin the ArtsinStark and not-for-profits. Dana is a Certified track record of building successful sales position on February 1. QuickBooks ProAdvisor, a member of teams, Bidlingmyer will lead the Treasury the American Institute of CPA’s and Ohio Management line of business strategy and Black McCuskey Souers & Arbaugh LPA is Society of CPA’s and is an active member of sales process to consistently meet growth pleased to announce that Jason A. Brown the music ministry of her church. and profitability objectives. and Michael J. Class have joined the firm as Associate Attorneys. Both attorneys Gervasi Vineyard is pleased to announce Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland participated in the firm’s summer associate they have been selected as a 2021 ­winner and East Central Ohio received a $10 program in 2019. of The Knot Best of Weddings, an accolade million donation from MacKenzie Scott. representing the highest- and most-rated Scott, formerly married to Amazon CEO Jeff “We are pleased to have both Jason and wedding professionals as by real Bezos, is an American novelist, billionaire Michael as practicing attorneys at Black couples, their families and wedding guests and venture philanthropist. The donation McCuskey,” said Bruce Soares, Managing on The Knot, a leading wedding planning to Goodwill is part of nearly $6 billion Scott Partner. “Michael adds depth to the firm’s and registry brand and app. This is the 3rd has donated in 2020 as part of a giving Litigation practice group while Jason will year Gervasi Vineyard has been named pledge she announced in 2019. serve clients in key practice areas of the a winner of The Knot Best of Weddings firm.” awards. (Gervasi won previously in 2012 and 2013.) Consumers National Bank announced Have business news you’d like to share that it has received approval from the Office Walsh University has named Aurora via Biz Bitz? Send your news release to of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Alexander to the position of Director of Collyn Floyd, director of marketing, at for its application to operate a new full- Career and Experiential Education. [email protected]. service branch office in Town Park Center at 4086 Massillon Road, Green, Ohio. The In this role, Alexander will lead the approval marks the bank’s second branch University’s Camelot Career Readiness & office in Summit County and the 19th Development Center and serve as part of branch in its network. Consumers National the Experiential Learning team. She will be

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