Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce
Business Monthly
September 2014
Issue 51
COPEC University set for October 11 The Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Central Ohio Professional Education Council (COPEC), the Better Business Bureau serving Central Ohio (BBB) and Indiana Wesleyan to bring the next COPEC University event, which will be held on October 11, 2014 at Indiana Wesleyan University in Hilliard. COPEC University is a day-long event filled with workshops on a range of topics to educate and enlighten attendees. This is free for Hilliard Chamber members and only $25 for the public. An educational workshop series that connects the public with local experts, COPEC
University topics include: healthcare reform, social media training, health and wellness, estate planning, caring for family, financial planning, business marketing, taxes and more. “COPEC University is the only opportunity for central Ohioans to hear many expert speakers present on a variety of topics relevant to both personal and professional interests, all in one day,” said James Lindner, president and co-found-
er, COPEC. “Our speakers are industry professionals on a
Workers’ Comp Premium Discount Program enrollment underway Has your organization reviewed your savings yet? If your organization completed a Temporary Authorization to Review Information (AC-3) form this spring and/or is eligible to participate in a premium discount program, you should be in receipt of your savings analysis from our program administrator, CompManagement, Inc. Reminder to our members: if you wish to participate in programs such as group rating, group retrospective rating or other discount programs, you will have to make those selections sooner than in prior years. Program enrollment deadlines have been changed due to the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) transitioning to a prospective
billing system effective July 1, 2015 for private employers. • Group Rating: Monday, Nov. 24, 2014 (previously last business day of February) • Group Retrospective Rating,/Other Alternative Rating Programs: Friday, Jan. 30, 2015 (previously last business day of April) • Destination Excellence Programs: Friday, May 29, 2015 (previously last business day of April) Please make sure to return your enrollment documents timely to ensure your participation. If you are reviewing savings quotes from other group administrators, please make sure that you are examining them thoroughly to ensure that you are comparing simi-
lar discounts and service offerings. This important decision affects how much you pay in workers’ compensation premiums, as well as who will be handling any claims incurred by your injured employees. We encourage you to explore your best program option with a CompManagement representative to see how your organization can realize your maximum savings for 2015. Please contact CompManagement at (800) 825-6755, select option 3 and speak to a customer support representative as soon as possible. Don’t miss your opportunity to reduce your workers’ compensation premium for 2015 – act now!
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mission to educate – not sell. Presentations are given in an informational
format, making this a perfect opportunity to learn more about how to grow your business, plan for your future, care for loved ones and more.” “I attended a halfday series of classes at COPEC University and was extremely impressed with the variety and quality of classes offered,” said Johnathan Greentree. “The topics were relevant, the instructors experienced and well prepared, and overall, it was a positive learning experience. I heartily recommend COPEC University and look forward to attending the next series of classes.” More than 30 workshops will take place concurrently throughout
the day, spanning from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with special tracks for retirees, caregivers, business owners and more. Breakfast, lunch and beverages are included in the cost to attend, which is $25. If you are a Hilliard Chamber member, it is free to attend by using the code CHAMBERH. To learn more or to register, visit www.copeceducation. org/university/. COPEC University is free for all active-duty military, reservists, military dependents and all honorably discharged veterans. Upon registration, please use discount CODE: USVeteran. Proof of service must be shown upon arrival the day of the event for entry.
HACC partners to bring the Small Business Convention to the Kalahari Convention Center - the largest gathering of small businesses in the Midwest The Small Business Convention (SBC) will inspire you to take your business to the next level through motivating speakers and educational workshops, providing both the tools and knowledge to make your vision a reality. Registration is now open, so don’t delay! This one-of-a-kind experience includes: • Keynote speakers - Get inspired by 4 influential speakers • Workshops - Choose from more than 40 educational opportunities in a variety of subjects, from marketing to finance. • Networking - Connect with your peers, share experience and meet potential clients. SBC hosts a variety of networking opportunities, from beer tastings and celebrity chef dinners to bowling or yoga. • Exhibitors - With more than 80 exhibitors that serve small businesses, SBC is a one-stop opportunity to learn about the latest in product and service offerings. Date: October 23 and 24 Location: Kalahari Resort and Convention Center, Sandusky, Ohio Room rates include 4 water passes. Cost: $149 for chamber members using special promo code Hilliard 2014 and $299 for Non-members. Register at http://www.smallbizconvention.com/Register.aspx. Don’t miss the SBC kick-off event! The Business Pitch Competition will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at Kalahari Convention Center. Registration for this event is included with Convention registration. In its fourth year, the pitch competition gives small business owners the opportunity to win $20,000 to get their idea off the ground. A team of independent judges narrows the applicant pool to 4 finalists who will make their pitch in front of an expert panel, including Jeff Hoffman, founder in the Priceline.com family of companies. All finalists receive a cash prize. We encourage you to participate, visit www.hilliardchamber.org for application information. Last year The Toasted Oat applied to be a participant and out of 60 applications won the 2nd place prize of $10,000! Could your start-up be next?
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