Upper Arlington Business Monthly

UPPER ARLINGTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

BUSINESS MONTHLY

October 2011

The Power to Make a Difference

Issue 39

Simply the best

Spotlighting distinctive gifts from local retailers The second annual 100 Best Gift Ideas Program kicks off Oct. 1. Dubbed one of the top five Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce initiatives, the inaugural program supported more than 60 area retailers with holiday sales. The popularity of the program with retailers and residents last year leads the chamber to expect all 100 spots to fill early this season.

“I was very pleased with the response from Arlington area merchants to our 100 Best Gift Ideas promotion last year. This area-wide marketing push that tied retailers together in a way that benefits both the stores and their customers,” said Jon Pugh of Ship Print eSell and chair of the chamber’s retail committee.

“This program is yet another way the chamber is connecting business and community,” says Kathy Gill, publisher of TriVillage Magazine. “The beauty of this program is how it offers members an opportunity to market their business through a chamber promotion while positively impacting their retail holiday sales.”

“The program idea was amazing. Our gift offer for the personalized bottle of wine was an exceptional value and I’m happy that people took advantage of it last year. We plan to do it again this year just as soon as the program launches,” said Ryan HuffSee SPOTLIGHTING, page 2

Inside this issue www.uachamber.org

Chamber board . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Real estate trends . . . . . . . . . . 6 Business briefs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 New members. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Member focus . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Upcoming events . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Spotlighting distinctive gifts from local retailers Continued from page 1 man of Huffman’s Market.

PUBLICITY FOR RETAILERS The chamber is once again promoting the gift program through its partnerships with ThisWeek Community Newspapers, Tri-Village Magazine, and online on with its newly redesigned website. Participating companies will benefit from the promotional exposure in these publications, on the website and through social media outlets including Facebook and Twitter.

Participants will gain additional publicity on the storefront posters that will be distributed through- at more than $400. out the area beginning Nov. 1.

CONNECTING WITH RESIDENTS COST EFFECTIVE MARKETING The 100 Best Gift Ideas ProAs a benefit of membership, gram is designed to serve severthe chamber is offering the pro- al purposes. First it is a way for gram to its members for only $25, the chamber to help member comsignificantly less than the cost for panies to brand their names in a non-member retailers. Non-mem- cost-effective way. Secondly, the bers are invited to participate for program supports their retail ef$100. forts to thrive with local sales.

Even at the non-member rate By promoting a unique or disthis program is a best-buy, must- tinctive gift through the program buy for local retailers. The mar- retailers have the opportunity to keting exposure alone is valued attract new customers, while

Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce Trustees Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce 2152 Tremont Center, Upper Arlington, OH 43221 Alberta Burke Daniel Casey Phone: 614-481-5710, Fax: 614-481-5711 Becky Converse Charles Griffith www.uachamber.org Charles Groezinger Peter Hahn Tony Macaluso Heidi Nail BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wes Newhouse Doug Ryan Jamie Sisto Deborah Taylor Officers Jonathan Varner Donna Vorce Doug Ryan Chair Chris Widing Dr. Jeff Weaver Don Leach Outgoing Chair Edie Blough Vice Chair, Membership UAACC staff Jim Hyre Vice Chair, Economic Development Becky A. Hajost President David Peters Vice Chair, Public Relations Elizabeth Krause Administrative Event Jamie Sisto Vice Chair, Business AdvoCoordinator cacy Lori Vanzant Intern William Ubbing Vice Chair, Finance Reg Warner Chief Financial Officer

Save money with your chamber membership strengthening their relationships with current patrons.

How do you sign up?

Upper Arlington Area Chamber members will receive a post card in the mail as well as information through the weekly email next week. Not a member? Call the chamber today at (614) 4815710 or check out the website at www.uachamber.org.

Many thanks to the 100 Best Gift Ideas sponsors: The Guernsey Bank and Whole Foods Market.

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Chamber, UA Civic Association form a community partnership Over the years, the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce has worked hard to develop community partnerships with the many organizations that share the common interest of fostering a vibrant community rich with events and programs that enhance the overall quality of life in Upper Arlington and the surrounding areas.

While it may appear that the chamber is an organization built exclusively for business, the reality is that the chamber is designed to be a valuable resource to the residents of Upper Arlington as well.

“The Chamber is committed to furthering the strong sense of community historically found in Upper Arlington, and through the development of community partnerships the chamber and its partners can serve the community and procure new opportunities,” said Doug Ryan, chamber board chair.

Each year, the chamber and the civic association develop programs and events that directly serve and benefit the residents of UA. The Upper Arlington Civic Association plans and executes community events designed to

bring families, friends and neighbors for holiday and civic activities. Since the platting of the first lot on the old Miller farm, the Upper Arlington Civic Association with its predecessors, first established in about 1913, has been an indispensable part of the growth and vitality of the community.

Today, the UACA continues to provide programs and events that make our residents proud to live in Upper Arlington.

“The Upper Arlington Civic Association is very pleased to become a community partner with the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce,” said Chris Reinke, Upper Arlington Civic Association president. “We both share the desire to contribute to the success of our fine city. Partnering with the chamber where appropriate will be beneficial to the community ... UACA is excited to foster a closer working relationship with the Chamber.”

UPCOMING UACA EVENTS: Haunted Forest — Oct. 25, 26, 27 Christmas in the Park — Dec. 4–7 Go to UACA.org for more information.

Business briefs Arlington Bank promotes Hohl Matthew J. Hohl has been promoted to vice president at The Arlington Bank.

Hohl has been in the banking in- Matt Hohl dustry for more than 18 years and joined The Arlington Bank in 2004 as its loan servicing manager. He was promoted to assistant vice president in 2008.

In addition to his current responsibilities as vice president, managing the loan servicing department, Hohl serves on the bank’s compliance, information technology and asset classification committees.

“Matt has a proven track record of accomplishment, and we are very fortunate to have him on our

executive team,” said Tom Westfall, president of The Arlington Bank.

Hohl earned a bachelor’s degree from Franklin University and earned his MBA from Ashland University.

Panera presents ‘Step up for Stefanie’ The first ever “Step Up for Stefanie” 5K and 2m Fun Walk/Run will be presented by Panera Bread on Sunday, Oct. 23, at 10 a.m.

The family-style event will benefit the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute.

Participants will start and finish the race at Ohio Stadium on the OSU campus.

“This event is designed to bring families together for a morning of physical activity with a purpose. What better way to extend Stefanie Spielman’s legacy of hope than by rallying families to raise money for breast cancer research that is being conducted right here in central Ohio,” said Sam Covelli, founder and president of Covelli Enterprises, owner of the Columbus Panera cafes.

Information on the race is available at the 20 Panera Cafes in central Ohio or via the website www.stepupforstefanie.org.

Advance registration cost is $20 for the 5K and $15 for the 2-mile. Day of registration will be $30 for the 5k and $25 for the 2-mile. Admission is free for children under the age of 12.

Race entries include an event Tshirt, a race bag filled with gifts and entrance to the post-race party.

ASC shop has new hours, open on Monday The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop in the Kenny Centre Mall (Kenny and Old Henderson roads) is an upscale resale boutique featuring clothing, some designer wear, furniture, rugs, art work, fine china and crystal, jewelry, household merchandise and collectibles. All merchandise is donated (tax receipts given) and all proceeds benefit cancer research and programs.

The shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with late night shopping on Wednesdays when it is open to 8 p.m.

Manager Gayle Musik is an employee of the American Cancer Society and the shop is entirely staffed by a team of dedicated volunteers. Call 614-4574227 or visit our Facebook page for more information.

To advertise in the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce Business Monthly, contact ThisWeek Community Newspapers sales representative Leanne Marks at (740) 881-4900.

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Member focus — SERVPRO Ted and Doris Isaacson launched SERVPRO in 1967 as a painting business in Sacramento, Calif. With a background in cleaning and restoration, however, Ted and Doris soon transformed the company into a franchisor of clean-up and restoration specialists.

After selling its first franchise in 1969, SERVPRO continued to grow, acquiring the Bristol-Myers Domesticare Division and its 175 Franchises in 1979.

Today more than 1,500 franchises are operating nationwide, and SERVPRO continues to grow. The need for experienced, trained and professional clean-up and restoration experts is recession resistant, and the growth potential inside of a proven system presents an opportunity for prospective franchisees.

SERVPRO has been independently owned and operated in the Columbus area for 34 years. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Being certified in specialty areas such as fire and water damage

Tom Woodruff

restoration, mold remediation, sewage mitigation, biohazard, crime scene and graffiti clean-up makes SERVPRO stand out among its competition.

Ranked No. 1 in cleaning restoration and nationally recognized, SERVPRO has closed the gap in the industry by advancing technology and shortening down-time with a quick response team. “Having national accounts with insurance agencies you know

and trust give us the confidence to tell our customers we will get you back up and running and where you want to be like it never happened,” said Tom Woodruff, assistant marketing manager of SERVPRO. Tom finds great success in his management style by learning as much as he can from others while respecting others and being honest. When asked what advice he would give to other chamber members, Tom shared: “Get involved and get out there. You get out what you put in to it.

Everything is about networking gaining visibility.”

Not knowing what the job might entail day to day, Tom finds it very rewarding making sales calls and working with his current customer base.

“My fiancé, Valerie, keeps me balanced,” he said.

With a proud history, a successful present and a bright future, SERVPRO will press on toward becoming the premier cleaning and restoration company in the world.

New Chamber of Commerce members A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PREMIER MEMBERS: The Arlington Bank Arlingworth Home Care AT&T Ohio Centric Financial Group, LLC Dick Baker Roofing, Inc. Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP Fifth Third Bank

Member name Health Source Chiropractic

First Community Village The Forum at Knightsbridge Good Energy Huntington National Nank Ladies Explorer Club LLC Meridian Managed Technologies Newhouse, Prophater, Letcher & Moots, LLC Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt

Contact Dr. Brian Allard

Panera Bread Raymond James & Associates SGO Designer Glass Schindler & Adams, CPAs Servpro of Upper Arlington Tom & Jerry’s Auto Service Upper Arlington City Schools Upper Arlington News

Phone/Web site (614) 457-7575 painfreecolumbus.com

Address 4632 Sawmill Rd. Columbus, OH 43220

3084 Mountview Rd. (614) 516-3325 Upper Arlington, OH 43221 Ladiesexplorerclub.com Ladies Explorers Club LLC Michele Rapp The Ladies Explorer Club LLC. takes women on unique monthly adventures — from glass blowing to the flying trapeze. These adventures/experiences empower and encourage them to try something new, think outside the box & team building exercises that will challenge them both physically and mentally by having fun.

(614) 888-5235 3178 Kingsdale Center Raymondjames.com/ Raymond James Upper Arlington, OH 43221 William Gibson & Associates Columbusoh Raymond James & Associates is expanding and opening a new office in Kingsdale Center. According to Branch Manager Bill Gibson, the new location, expected to open in November, will employ 12-14 Financial Advisors and 6-8 additional staff.

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Real estate trends

Simple steps to realizing your home’s value Home valuation has been the hot button for the past several years.

Like the stock market, watching values go up is a lot more attractive than seeing them go down.

Unless you are thinking of selling, remodeling or refinancing, tracking your home’s value has most likely been put on the back burner. It may be surprising, but the old saying “out of sight, out of mind” is true for real estate as well. Don’t fall into this trap.

Below, you will find a basic 3-step process to real estate success.

1) Identify the existing value, learn what influences value and track it. Become knowledgeable of your investment and take a proactive role.

There are many services available online and in the local market place. Valuation information is available for a fee and free. Be careful though; the free online services are not very dependable.

Validation of the value is typically offered at the local level through real estate agents, appraisers or research by the homeowner.

2) Maintain and increase the home’s value through maintenance and improvements.

For many, increasing your home’s value has been a basic “buy and hold” strategy. Property owners need to commit to a maintenance and improvement schedule.

The condition of the home will negatively affect its valuation and become an obstacle when trying to sell. Consider purchasing a home warranty to cover the major mechanical items. Many homeowners don’t realize that home warranties are available even after

the sale is long completed.

3) Realize the value In most cases, the sale of the property is how a DOUG property owner realizes their RYAN property value.

If selling the property is not an option, then consider financing the property: home equity/home improvement lines of credit, cash out refinancing and reverse mortgages (for those who qualify) are all reasonable options. These services are provided by real estate brokers, mortgage brokers, banks and other financial institutions.

Home ownership can be very enjoyable when managed properly. Like any investment, identify your short- and long-term goals and develop an action plan.

Currently, Upper Arlington has 306 residential units for sale. In 2011, 344 units have sold of which 288 were single-family homes and 56 were condominiums. The average days on market is 92.

Statistics provided by Columbus Board of Realtors MLS Doug Ryan is the broker/owner of Douglas Real Estate Inc. He has been working in the real estate industry for over 20 years, of which 18 years has been as a licensed real estate professional.

Doug is also an Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce board trustee.

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Upcoming Chamber events Afternoon Business Network Exchange Make connections. Get involved. Afternoon lunch networking with 30+ local business professionals. Fun, food and connections! This month lunch will be catered by Dave’s Dogs & more.

Where: Thompson Park, North Shelter House. 4250 Woodbridge Road, Upper Arlington. The shelter house is on the north end of the park.

When: 12 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28.

Contact: Pre-registration required. Register at www. uachamber.org, or contact the chamber at (614) 481-5710 or admin@ uachamber.org Registration fee: $12/members $15/non-members.

UA Area Young Professionals Network Join the Upper Arlington Young Professionals at the Watershed Distillery! Enjoy a tour of the facility explaining the process from start to finish and sample their products.

Where: Watershed Distillery, 1145 Chesapeake Ave., Suite D,

professionals Fun, food and connections!

Where: Rusty Bucket Corner Tavern. 1635 W. Lane Ave., Upper Arlington When: noon to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 26.

Contact: Pre-registration required. Register at uachamber.org, or contact the chamber at (614) Early Bird Worm Hunt 481-5710 or admin@uachamMake connections. Get in- ber.org Registration fee: $12/memvolved. Come network in the bers $15/non-members morning with members of the Upper Arlington Area Chamber Ask the Experts of Commerce! Meet new people.

Maintain relationships. Generate Speakers Nick DiBartolomeo, new business.

Richard Dumas of HHH CPA Where: Panera Bread, 3278 Group, LLC and Fred Manter Tremont Road, Upper Arlington and Brian Ravencraft of HolWhen: 7:45 to 8:45 a.m., Fri- brook & Manter, CPAs will disday, Oct. 21. cuss individual tax law changes, Contact: RSVP appreciated, corporate tax law changes, and but not required. For more info, year-end tax planning. go to www.uachamber.org or conWhere: Tech Columbus, 1275 tact the chamber at (614) 481-5710 Kinnear Road, Columbus or admin@uachamber.org.

When: noon to 1:30 p.m., Purchase of food and drink is Wednesday, Nov. 9. optional.

Contact: Pre-registration is required. Please register at or contact Afternoon Business www.uachamber.org the chamber at 614 481-5710 or Network Exchange admin@uachamber.org Registration fee: $15/memMake connections. Get involved. Afternoon lunch net- bers, $20/non-members (includes working with 30+ local business lunch) Columbus When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 19.

Contact: Pre-registration appreciated but not required. Register at uachamber.org, or contact the chamber at (614) 481-5710 or admin@ uachamber.org. No charge.

Ask the Expert About 50 people attended the Sept. 14 Ask the Expert on mapping strategies for social media marketing with David Peters of NetPoint Marketing.

Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce Business Monthly is a special advertising supplement to ThisWeek Community Newspapers. Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce Business Monthly is not responsible for opinions and views expressed in the paid advertisement in the business profiles. All real estate advertising herein is subject to the federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familiar status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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