Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce
Business Monthly
April 2014
Issue 46
April 18 Chamber Luncheon The April 18 luncheon will feature Ohio Machine President and General Manager John Algie. Ohio’s Major League Lacrosse team since 2012. The Machine’s mission is to strive for the highest level of competitiveness on the lacrosse field while fostering the growth of the sport throughout the state of Ohio by taking an active interest in the development of youth players and lacrosse programs across the state. On the field, the Machine’s roster is bolstered by two three former Tewaaraton Award winners, two former first overall draft picks and three members of the 2014 OFFICERS Chair: Shawn McCabe, McCabe PrintWorks Vice Chair: Don Nixon, Creative Spot Treasurer: Keith Lewis, Jones, Cochenour & Co. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Doug Davidson, Jacadis, LLC Jill Gerschutz, Credit Union of Ohio Troy Hammett, OhioHealth Tricia Kincaid, OhioHealth Christine Liberto, AEP Bonnie Nyikes, Prudential Calhoon Company Realtors Stacie Raterman, Hilliard City Schools
Team USA. Off the field, the Machine is dedicated to growing the game of lacrosse in Ohio and beyond by way of sponsorships of events, donated tickets, autographed merchandise and volunteer hours at camps and clinics. In 2014 the Machine begins its third season. The Machine plays its home games at Selby Stadium on the campus of Ohio Wesleyan University. Reservations are required and need to be made by Tuesday, April 15. You may make your reservation online at www. hilliardchamber.org or by contacting the Chamber office at 876-7666.
OhioHealth Business After Hours April 17 Come and connect with business leaders! We are pleased to announce a multi-chamber connection event with OhioHealth Doctors Hospital, 5100 W. Broad Street, on Thursday, April 17. Come and connect with other businesses in central Ohio from the Columbus and Grove City Chambers of Commerce. You do not have to be a member to attend, but we ask you to RSVP for planning purposes. Please join OhioHealth as we reflect on the last 50 years and learn about their exciting plans for the future. Hard hat tours of our surgery renovation and opportunities to explore their Simulation Lab will be available. Hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 p.m., program at 6 p.m., tours and networking at 6:30 p.m. RSVP: Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce 876-7666 or www.hilliardchamber.org by Thursday, April 10.
Chamber Members recognized at Annual Meeting Two chamber businesses and a chamber member were honored at last month’s annual meeting luncheon. JC & Co. was presented the 2014 Established Business award. JC & Co. has been a supportive community business and just this year became involved in the Career Mentorship Program coordinated through the Hilliard City Schools. Kitamu Coffee is the 2014 Emerging Business award winner. They began holding open mic nights for musicians of all types and often have visitors from outside of Columbus due to their large social media followers and word of mouth marketing. Timothy Payne of Edward Jones was honored as Most Involved Chamber Volunteer. He is actively involved in the Chamber’s Membership Committee and assisted with many events such as new member breakfasts, the Taste of Hilliard & Business Expo and the Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show. He is always willing to put forth his time and talents into the chamber as he believes in the value of the chamber to the business and Hilliard community. The Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce congratulates these deserving members on their accomplishments. We would also like to thank Allied Sources for the fabulous video production of our award winners and the pictures of the year in review of the chamber!
JC & Co. L to R: Lee Ann Fogt, Keith Lewis, Brian Long and Jeanette Addington
Kitamu Coffee, L to R: Mo Muhidin and Hisham Muhidin
Edward Jones: Timothy Payne
Save Local Now! Free chamber benefit announced Announced at our annual meeting, Save Local Now (SLN) is a new FREE chamber member benefit. The Hilliard Chamber has invested in this new program which will benefit each member of the chamber, whether you are a retail, manufacturing, restaurant, financial, etc. member! Join and grow your business In order for a business to flourish it must be able to reach its target consumer base. Save Local Now will allow you
to reach out to target consumers, stay up to date with the latest marketing trends, put your business in people’s hands by utilizing our mobile app, and positively contribute to your local economy while maintaining a “shop local” mentality. Benefits • Create unlimited deals and events to promote your business • Optimize your online search ability • Utilize our free mobile App
to reach your target consumer base • Track your success with real time analytics • One on One IT assistance powered by Save Local Now • Positively contribute to the Hilliard area economy Consider what would happen if more consumers in the Hilliard area spent more
of their dollars in locally owned and operated business? It has been proven that money spent locally stays local for a considerably longer period of time, positively impacting the local economy multiple times before being circulated out of the area. Locally-owned businesses are the largest employer demographic in the nation.
Supporting local businesses increases job opportunities and traditionally pays higher. Supporting local businesses is good for the economy because it cuts down on shipping goods and fuel consumption, as well as preserves our communities and unique neighborhoods. This program is offered only to chamber members and uses the technology of today to bring you customers tomorrow. Contact the chamber to learn more about membership!
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Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce Business Monthly BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Ohio Dominican University Begin your journey toward completing or earning your degree just minutes from Hilliard at Ohio Dominican University’s Dublin location. Ohio Dominican has served students close to home in Hilliard and Dublin for nearly a decade. ODU’s convenient location near the Mall at Tuttle Crossing gives you the opportunity to obtain a degree around your busy schedule by attending class just one evening a week. Our Adult & Continuing Education program’s accelerated six-week sessions will put you on the fast track to earning the degree you want. ODU offers certificates and associates, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a variety of in-demand fields, including an MBA. “ODU’s Adult & Continuing Education program has had a significant and immediate impact on my managerial skill set,� said Anthony Shumick, MBA ’13, director of
Logistics at Sygma Network, Inc. “Because ODU’s Dublin campus was close to my office, advancing my career wasn’t only possible, it was convenient.� ODU currently offers classes at the Columbus Marriott Northwest, located on Blazer Parkway in Dublin, as it transitions to a new permanent site to serve working adult students who aspire to improve their lives. The program’s temporary location offers comfort-
able meeting space, an on-site restaurant and free parking. If you own a business, Ohio Dominican can offer a corporate partnership to benefit your employees and improve your company’s bottom line. Research shows employees who continue their education have higher retention rates and are more productive. If you have a group of employees who want to pursue a certificate or degree, you may qualify for ODU’s on-site option to offer classes at your company’s location at a discounted rate. ODU also offers your business a wide range of corporate services, including a free speakers bureau, and resources through our Career Development Center to help you recruit students and alumni for internships and employment. To learn more about the benefits of an ODU education or to establish a corporate partnership, visit ohiodominican.edu/Hilliard.
NEW MEMBERS Gardner & Co. Ltd. Allan Gardner 4880 Driffield Court Columbus, OH 43221 (614) 432-8755 www.gardnerandco.net Gardner & Co. Ltd. is a commercial and residential remodeling company. We wholesale and install windows and LED lighting. We install pitched and flat roofing. We provide general renovation and energy reduction improvements for commercial buildings. Top Flight Caterers Linda & Scott Ulrey 5466 Roberts Road Hilliard, OH 43026 (614) 620-2287 www.flyerspizza.com Top Flight Caterers creates orders for special requests from businesses, schools, personal in home catering as well as gradua-
tion parties and weddings! Â Manley Architecture Group Pat Manley 3820 North High St. Columbus, OH 43214 (614) 496-9096 www.manleyarchitects.us We are an architecture and construction management firm specializing in skilled nursing facilities, custom residential, retail and restaurants. WatersEdge Event and Conference Center Amanda Crawford 4643 Trueman Blvd. Hilliard, OH 43026 (614) 876-2200 www.watersedgeevents.biz WatersEdge is an event facility that can host wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate meetings and trainings, and social
events including holiday parties, reunions, fundraisers, and so much more! Cooperative Business Services Leslie Biskner 5665 N. Hamilton Road, Ste. A Columbus, OH 43230 (614) 416-7583 www.cbscuso.com Bell Tree Productions, LLC Peter Bell P.O. Box 188 Hilliard, OH 43026 (614) 906-2451 www.belltreeproductions.com We are a young and budding record label focused on keeping the artists focused on what they do best, creating art. We are always looking for partners and new and interesting music and video ideas.
COPEC University Personal Development Workshop
Central Ohio Professional Education Council (COPEC) is providing the community a personal development workshop on Saturday, May 17 at Indiana Wesleyan University in Hilliard from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is open to the public and is a bargain for $25 for the entire day, including breakfast and lunch. The workshop that was held in February was such a success that there will be three more held this year. Choose from one to five classes which is complimentary for all Hilliard Chamber members. As a value added to your membership, the HACC will pay for the attendance fee for your employees to attend, a savings of $25 per person! Topics include healthcare reform, social media training, health & wellness, taxes, estate planning, caring for family, financial planning, business marketing and more! For more information you can also go to www.copeceducation.org/university and use the Hilliard code to get free admission.
Hilliard Women in Business   Luncheon April 22
The next luncheon will be held at Reception House at Raymond Memorial by Schmidt’s beginning at 11:30 a.m. and will end at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22. This month, we welcome Julie Wilkes, author of The 7 Life Miracles and Founder and Director of Possibilities at Seven Studios. After overcoming a terminal heart condition that originally gave her a life expectancy of 12, Julie believes that she was given the gift of a second chance at life. Julie’s inspiration comes from hoping to live in gratitude for that second chance at life and share the joy, lessons and adventures that she has learned along her journey. Be prepared to be inspired! You do not have to be a chamber member to attend and we encourage anyone in the Hilliard area to join us.
Tuscany discount extended   to April 30
The cost of $2,549 (based on double occupancy) has been extended to April 30 so you still have time to register and save for this once in a lifetime trip! The cost includes a round trip airfare from Columbus, OH to Italy; round trip transfers between airports and hotel; 7-nights first class hotel; daily breakfast and four dinners; City tour of Florence and Pisa; Chianti wine tasting and English speaking guide. This trip is open to anyone who wants to go so talk to your family, friends and colleagues! All information including optional tours are at www.hilliardchamber.org.
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