Chamber Chatter May/June 2015

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Recent Chamber Events Providing Leadership and Opportunity for business

CHAMBER STAFF Business Card Exchange at Market Street Print

Mark Yoder President Dave Fairman Director of Membership Bethany Kopp Event & Program Manager Libby Parks Marketing & Communications Manager 10th Annual 10 Grand Club at Penn Oaks Golf Club

Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce 119 North High Street West Chester, PA 19380 tel 610.696.4046 fax 610.696.9110 www.greaterwestchester.com

The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce took every precaution to ensure that all information is correct at the time of publishing. The opinions expressed are those of the author(s) only and should not be considered as representative of the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

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The Chamber Welcomes New Members 99.5 WJBR

Healing Art Works

Rose Valley Restorations

Mr. Matt Smith 812 Philadelphia Pike Wilmington, DE 19809 302-442-6235 Fax 302-765-1194 matt.smith@bbgi.com www.wjbr.com ADVERTISING

Ms. Christine Smolenski 210 Ravenwood Road Exton, PA 19341 717-669-8902 christine.smolenski@gmail.com www.healingartworks.org ARTS & CRAFTS

Mr. John Hutchinson 219 Mechanics Alley West Chester, PA 19382 610-738-8323 john@rosevalleyrestorations.com www.rosevalleyrestorations.com ANTIQUE FURNITURE REPAIR/RESTORATION

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Mr. Eric Roe 313 West Market Street Suite 6238 West Chester, PA 19380 610-344-6100 mkichline@chesco.org http://chesco.org/index.aspx?NID=1323 GOVERNMENT

Mr. Luke Robinson 1448 Ford Road Unit C Bensalem, PA 19020 215-800-0222 luke@audio-gods.com www.audio-gods.com EVENT PLANNING & SERVICES

Barclay Grounds Preservation Alliance Ms. Kristin Gerling 103 South High Street West Chester, PA 19382 484-401-9310 info@savethebarclaygrounds.org www.savethebarclaygrounds.org NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

Couch Tomato Café Mr. Craig Mosmen 31 West Gay Street PO Box 664 West Chester, PA 19380 484-887-0241 craig@thecouchtomato.com www.TheCouchTomato.com RESTAURANT/CAFÉ

GP Martini Roofing Co. Mr. Mark Lyons 600 Brandywine Ave. Suite 800 Downingtown, PA 19335 610-873-1696 Fax 484-237-8352 mlyons@martiniroofing.com www.martiniroofing.com ROOFING & SHEET METAL

Michelle Kichline

Limelight Performing Arts Center Ms. Ann Pinto McCarney 319 Westtown Rd. Suite W West Chester, PA 19382 610-843-5463 info@limepac.com www.limepac.com ENTERTAINMENT

The Fence Authority Mr. John DiGiuseppe 100 Colonial Way West Chester, PA 19382 610-431-4343 Fax 610-793-4591 jdg@fenceauthority.com www.fenceauthority.com CONTRACTORS

West Chester Therapy Group Ms. Emmalee Bierly 222 North Walnut Street West Chester, PA 19380 484-266-7143 contact@wctherapygroup.com www.wctherapygroup.com PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Mutual of Omaha/Robert Kolimaga Mr. Robert Kolimaga 12 Rollingview Drive Paoli, PA 19301 484-947-1979 robert.kolimaga@mutualofomaha.com FINANCIAL SERVICES

Orkin Pest Control Mr. Clayton Rorie 101 Johnson Way New Castle, DE 19720 302-325-4410 crorie@rollins.com www.orkin.com PEST CONTROL

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Thank you to our

Renewing Members in February & March Members for 20 - 29 years

Our members are the foundation of our organization. To honor them we would like to congratulate and thank those who renewed their membership February & March 2015. Thank you for your ongoing support of the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

Dave Fairman Director of Membership

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Cambridge Hall Apartments The Chester County Hospital The Hain Celestial Group Francis Hall Insurance Services Lewis, Hopkins & Williamson, Inc. MacElree Harvey First Dental of West Chester Pellini Gold Cordes, LLC Rothwell Document Solutions Coins of Chester County West Chester Area School District Taylor’s Music Store and Studios, Inc. R.K.M. Advisors, Inc. United Way of Chester Co., Inc. Clompus, Reto and Halscheid Vision Associates Lamb McErlane PC Tolsdorf Oil Lube Express Ray Ott & Associates, Inc. West Chester Friends School Sunset Hill Jewelers Maillie LLP Clarke, Nicolini & Associates, Ltd. Gawthrop Greenwood, PC Whirlaway Travel, Ltd. KMRD Partners, Inc. Days Hotel & Carriage House Restaurant Stephano Slack LLC Five Points Chiropractic Wellness Center VOTG North America, Inc. West Chester Area Day Care Center William Wood Company, LLC

10 - 19 years Carosella & Associates, P.C. Jon Ivins / Realty Executives Elite American Helicopter Museum & Education Center Joseph R. Polito, Jr. Mr. A. Roy Smith Maternal & Child Health Consortium Hilltop Enterprises, Inc. Robert W. Rogers Appraisals Keystone Federal Credit Union Safe Harbor of Chester County, Inc. Optimal Massage Arianna’s Gourmet Cafe & Catering Brandywine Valley Heating & A/C West Chester Golf & Country Club Blue Dog Printing & Design Westtown School EDiS Construction & Development The 5 Senses West Chester Bus. Improvement District

3 - 9 years Nancy Ellis State Farm Insurance Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union Swope Lees Commercial Real Estate, LLC Penn Oaks Golf Club The Bryn Mawr Trust Company Great Valley Propane Chester County Recorder of Deeds

Pietro’s Prime BHHS Fox & Roach Realtors / A. Scimone Como Creative LLC The RidgeView Group Wealth Management The Honorable Kathi Cozzone The Honorable Terence Farrell Cuddle My Kids, Inc. BIG Diamond Importers & Fine Jewelry Integrative Health & Chiropractic Center Univest Bank and Trust Co. National Mail Graphics Community Vounteers in Medicine John L. Smith Inc. Speedpro Imaging Service King Collision Repair Center Landmark Americana Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC/ Brian Stephenson Bruce A. Kraig Associates Dorset Connects Delightful Desserts & Culinary Creations Inc. Town Dish LLC SimoneZajac Wealth Management Group, LLC Westtown Dental Care Advantage Building & Facility Services, LLC Brandywine Maintenance The Keilin Group Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House

1 - 2 years Kati Mac Floral Designs Premium Fire & Security, LLC SB Designs Tish Boutique

Me mbe r Spotlight St. Agnes Catholic School, a PreK-8 parochial school thriving in the heart of downtown West Chester, has been providing its students with a rigorous education rooted in the teachings of the Catholic faith since 1873. The school is extraordinarily proud of its history–some of its families go back five generations!–but it is also very proud to be keeping pace with changing times, serving families today with options that work for them, and preparing its students with the skills and scholarship they need to succeed in our quickly changing world.

The excellence of a St. Agnes education can be seen in its awards. This school year alone, St. Agnes School community has enjoyed the following recognitions: its thirteenth student in the history of the award named as a Neumann Scholar (8th grader Julia Hirs); one of its students awarded first prize in her division out of almost 8,000 entries in the national Maryknoll essay contest (7th grader Raquel Lacusky); its eighth grade class collectively awarded over $350,000 in high school scholarships; its school newspaper, The St. Agnes Scoop, given a Superior rating from the National Elementary Schools Press Association for the seventh year running; and its PreSchool named Hulafrog’s “Most Loved PreSchool” for the second year in a row.

Saint Agnes Catholic School 211 W. Gay Street West Chester, PA 19380 610-696-1260 www.saintagnesschoolwc.org

The school’s excellence is even more evident in the faces of the people you will meet in its hallways. Visitors immediately note the family-like atmosphere of the school, which thrives because of teachers and staff who know and love all of the students; because of parents who are involved in running clubs, helping in the classrooms, and volunteering in the office; and because of students who are respectful and friendly and orderly. (The school uniforms do help set an orderly atmosphere!) All of the interactions within the school are fueled by Christ’s love, and so they can’t help but spread goodness and light.

St. Agnes is also proud to be the only one in downtown West Chester, and it works to support local businesses as much as possible. For example, weekly pizza days and daily snacks come from Brothers Pizza and the Pretzel Store; our annual St. Agnes 5K is run with help from the Chester County Running Store; our popular after-school Lego Stop-Motion Animation Club is led by the folks at MonkeyFish Toys; and our Pre-K enrichment programs are run by groups like Think Like a Scientist, ATA Karate, and Soccer Shots. The school also proudly participates in the annual Chamber of Commerce Gallery Walk and in its Christmas parade.

St. Agnes School knows that an excellent education does not come from teachers and books alone, but from working with families to help children grow into young men and women who are curious, virtuous, civicminded, and caring. If you would like to see more of the many good things that happen at St. Agnes Catholic School, call 610-696-1260 to make an appointment to do so!

Renewing Members continued College Hunks Hauling Junk Temenos Conference & Retreat Center The Marketing Department Teca Restaurant The Westside Community Center Sidelines Sportswear & Promotions The Master’s Baker

Champions Barber Shop Rams Head Barber Shop Hilton Garden Inn Exton/West Chester The Art Trust Gallery Fame Fire Company of West Chester Church Street Gallery Cruise Planners

Williams, Humphreys & Company Torchiana Automotive Training Institute MoreVent Heating Cooling Plumbing Tyler Water Ice

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GOLF MEMBERSHIP WINNERS The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with Applecross Country Club to offer renewing members an opportunity to win a Casual Golf Membership at Talamore and Applecross Country Clubs.

All current members are eligible to win during the month they renew their membership. The drawings will continue each month through December 2015.

Congratulations to the following businesses who were picked in a lottery drawing of Chamber businesses that renewed their memberships in February and March 2015:

Ms. Liz Hall Boyle Bellingham Retirement Living

Ray H. Ott, Jr., AICP Ray Ott & Associates, Inc.

Ms. Maureen Sturges Cambridge Hall Apartments

Mr. Robert Rogers Robert W. Rogers Appraisals

Mr. Robert Sparre Dorset Connects

Mr. John Rothwell Rothwell Document Solutions

Dr. Carl Voss First Dental of West Chester

Ms. Sandra Brune SB Designs

Mrs. Mickey Broyles-Hall Francis Hall Insurance Services

Mr. John R. Barone John L. Smith Inc.

Dr. Brian Shuffler Integrative Health & Chiropractic Center

Rev. Christine Campbell Temenos Conference & Retreat Center

Mr. Jon Ivins Jon Ivins / Realty Executives

Ms. Karen Brown United Way of Chester Co., Inc.

Ms. Debbie Prein KMRD Partners, Inc.

Ms. Kim Detwiler Univest - Banking, Insurance, Investments

Mr. Bruce A. Kraig Bruce A. Kraig Associates

Ms. Mary Bigham Town Dish LLC

Mr. Mike Bradley National Mail Graphics

Mr. William Wood William Wood Company

2015 GWCC Board Members Officers

Board of Directors

Donna Urian, Chairman Fischer Cunnane & Associates, Ltd.

Laura Aloisio DARE Dave’s Automotive Repair Service

Robert Partridge, Chairman- Elect Cutanea Life Sciences Marc Ernest, Vice Chairman Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union Marjorie Wentz, Treasurer Trinity Wealth Management, LLC Andrew McMenamin, Secretary DNB First Chris Tolsdorf, Immediate Past Chairman Tolsdorf Oil Lube Express

Mary Bigham Town Dish, LLC John J. Cunningham Lamb McErlane PC Guy T. Dunn 1-800-905 Geek / Geeks On Call Helen Flanders YMCA Oscar Lasko Youth Program Center Robert Fraser West Chester Area School District

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Debi Friedmann Blue Dog Printing & Design

Patrick M. McKenna Gawthrop Greenwood, PC

Thomas Gavin The Chester County Hospital

Michelle Patrick West Chester University

Liz Golding Susquehanna Bank

Marisa Powell Pietro’s Prime

Nicole Grebloskie Arthur Hall Insurance

Donna Saul Donna Saul LLC, Assoc. Business Strategist & Consultant

Timothy Jefferis Penn Liberty Bank Quazi Khaled Mars Drinks North America, LLC Jeannie McGinn Fulton Bank

Brian Stephenson Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Leigh Timberman Infiniti of West Chester

Evaluating Retirement Plans for the Small Business Owner Too many small business owners overlook the importance of saving for retirement in spite of the fact they are all too aware they will not be able to operate their business indefinitely. After all, none of us is going to work forever, even if it feels like we are doomed to do just that.

So, it is sensible to start planning for retirement, even if you are in your 20’s or 30’s. Naturally, the older you are the more important it is to start saving sooner rather than later.

The good news as a self employed or small business owner, you have options. The IRS recognizes many plans for the self-employed and small business owner and allows noteworthy deposits to your retirement accounts.

Keep in mind, not all plans are right for all investors; you will have to decide which plan or combination of plans is right for you and how much aggravation you are willing to put up with to make the plan work.

The following is a broad overview of some of the available retirement plans:

Simplified Employee Pension (SEP IRA) – I like things that are easy and efficient. For those reasons, and for others, I like SEP-IRA’s.

A SEP-IRA is among the easiest of all retirement accounts to set up.

In fact, these accounts typically require only a single page application.

Deposits in these accounts during 2015 may be as high as $53,000.

This is great news because after all, who doesn’t like a tax deduction.

401(k) Plans – Oftentimes small business owners are not aware they are eligible to open these plans as they believe they are limited to larger businesses. However, there are plans that are called Solo 401(k) or Uni-k which may be a great option for those who are self-employed with no employees. These plans allow you, the small business owner, to contribute matching funds (from your company) as well as funds directly from your earnings. The amounts that may be deposited increase annually and in 2015, those who are self-employed may be able to deposit as much as $53,000. A 401(k) plan allows for more customization than the above mentioned SEP-IRA, and can be designed to meet specific needs. Bottom line, 401(k) plans tend to allow for flexibility.

By: Daniel R. Zajac

Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE) – SIMPLE IRA plans, if you ask me, are never that simple; therefore, generally, I am not a big fan of SIMPLE plans for self-employed individuals and small business owners. These plans allow you to put net earnings from self-employment into your retirement in amounts up to $12,500 for the 2015 tax year and if you are over 50, you may be able to contribute higher amounts. These plans can be set up through October of the current tax year to help you defer income and take advantage of the tax benefits of an IRA deposit. A SIMPLE plan offers a few features of the 401(k) plan with significantly less paperwork. The problem of course is they are not nearly as flexible as some of the other plans that are available.

There are other plans available to you if you are self-employed including profit-sharing plans and money purchase plans which can be used by entrepreneurs.

Each of the plans mentioned here have their own advantages and disadvantages and you will have to review those before you make a final decision. Your personal and business goals may impact which plan is best for your specific needs. After all, your retirement plan should be customized to meet your goals. It shouldn’t be a “cookie cutter” approach offered as an “add-on” by a payroll provider.

Advisory services offered through Capital Analysts, Inc. or Lincoln Investment, Registered Investment Advisors. Securities offered through Lincoln Investment, Broker Dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC. www.lincolninvestment.com Simone Zajac Wealth Management Group, LLC and the above firms are independent, non-affiliated entities.

None of the information in this document should be considered as tax advice. You should consult your tax advisor for information concerning your individual situation. Withdrawals would be subject to federal income tax in the year they are withdrawn. A penalty tax may be imposed for early withdrawals.

Daniel R. Zajac, CFP®, AIF®, CLU® is a partner with Simone Zajac Wealth Management Group.

You can learn more about Daniel and read his thoughts on financial planning at www.financeandflipflops.com.

daniel@simonezajac.com | 610.363.1344 | www.simonezajac.com

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Call your Accountant First When applying for a Business Loan In January, I was asked to participate on a chamber lunch panel. The topic was How Banks Evaluate Businesses for Credit. It was a great topic. At some point almost all businesses need credit. New businesses need it to get started, established businesses need it to grow and cyclical businesses need it to survive in slow periods or when cash is leaving faster than it is coming in.

Just like consumer credit, there are good and not so good reasons to borrow money. In order to get business credit, you need to convince the lender there is a sound business reason for wanting the money.

You must also demonstrate you have the ability and integrity to pay it back. The area commercial banks have many types of loans and lending opportunities which change frequently. The best way to get the loan you need is to be prepared and your accountant is the perfect person to help you with that task.

Your accountant already understands your business and knows what the bank expects to approve your loan. Your accountant can help you refine your borrowing reason or business plan so that it meets the key factors the bank is looking for in a loan request. Discussing your needs before you go to the bank has many benefits.

Some banks participate in government loan programs that can help a small business obtain a competitive loan. If you apply to Bank A, the loan officer is not going to send you to Bank B because they have a program that is better for you.

It is important that you understand what information the bank will need and how it will be evaluated. Ask your accountant to look at your internal financial reports before submitting them to the bank.

Many times your internal financials and tax returns do not agree.

Your accountant can assist you in making reclassifications or explain to you the reason for the adjustments. It is very difficult to convince a bank that you know your business if you have to submit the same information multiple times because it had to be corrected.

By working with your accountant through the approval process, you can receive timely and relevant advice about how the terms and conditions will affect future cash flow and the impact of conditions such as adjusting rates, pre-payment penalties and the impact of using business or personal assets for collateral.

Your accountant can help your business make smart decisions. Spend the time to take advantage of the advice he or she has to offer.

It is one of the best things you can do to help your business be successful.

You may identify other alternatives to borrowing money or learn that you were not planning to borrow enough money. Accountants have relationships with many banks and can use those relationships to keep you from wasting your time. Each bank has its own underwriting requirements based on its current loan portfolio and experience.

Kathy Wileczek, CPA, Principal at Maillie LLP (formerly Maillie Falconiero & Company, LLP), a CPA firm with over 65 years of experience in business, government and non-profit accounting, and business advisory.

kwileczek@mallie.com | 610-696-4353 | www.maillie.com

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By: Peter Johnson

The Top Earning College Degrees

(and How to Make More Even Without One) According to PayScale’s 2014-2015 College Salary Report, the top 10 most-profitable undergraduate majors are: 1. Petroleum engineer 2. Actuarial mathematics 3. Nuclear engineering 4. Chemical engineering 5. Electronics and communications engineering 6. Computer engineering 7. Computer science and engineering 8. Aerospace engineering 9. Electrical engineering 10. Material science and engineering (Find the entire report at http://www.payscale.com/college-salary-report.)

So what about the rest of us, who didn’t major in STEM? Are we doomed to make low wages forever?

Of course not. It’s true, some fields pay better than others, but that’s always been the case. There are still plenty of jobs that pay well, and what’s more you can learn to negoti-ate healthier wages, whether it be during the hiring process or once onboard.

Negotiating basics If you don’t ask, you probably won’t get. It would be great to receive an increase in pay without asking just because somebody noticed what a great job you were doing, but that’s not typically the way it goes. People who ask get. Another PayScale survey found that 75 percent of people who ask for a raise get some kind of bump in pay. So first things first. Resolve to make the ask.

Keep the focus on the job and your qualifications to perform it —now and in the future. Your boss won’t be motivated to shell out additional cash because you have bills to pay. Instead, more money will come your way when the boss perceives it’ll be a good investment—not so much in what you’ve done but what you will do for the company going forward. So while it’s fine to remind your manager of your past accomplishments, be sure and emphasize your future, planned contributions as well.

Have a Plan B. If your request for a raise is refused, don’t lose heart.

Perhaps there’s an-other avenue to explore. In lieu of cash, is there a benefit that would make you happy? More paid leave? Work from home? Attendance at a conference? Training? Again, the answer will always be “no” if you never ask the question.

Don’t back your boss into a corner. Nobody likes to be put on the spot, and bosses are no exception. Don’t threaten to quit (even if you plan on it), don’t complain that others are making more, don’t demand anything, and don’t request an instant response. Give your boss time and space to think over your request, which is both respectful and wise.

Your college major is important, that’s a fact, but you don’t have to be a slave to trends. Knowing your worth, and being willing to stand behind it with a little good old fashioned negotiating, will go a long way toward your future earnings potential and your future happiness.

Here’s how.

Peter R. Johnson & Company is a West Chester-based compensation consulting firm that provides total compensation plan design and program management, including assistance in writing winning job descriptions and providing plan design, implementation support, and ongoing administrative services for all phases of a client’s total compensation program.

610.436.6114 | www.prjandco.com

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Marketing Mistakes to Avoid

By: Spencer Deane

At every level of business, entrepreneurs, business owners and other business leaders are bound to make some mistakes and marketing is no exception. Avoid these common marketing mistakes and you’ll save energy, disappointment and money.

1. Lack of commitment. If you don’t believe in your product or service and you’re not consistent in the way you promote it, your odds of succeeding go way down. As an entrepreneur, it is your responsibility to do whatever it takes to make your product and/or service the best it can be.

5. Not measuring results. Measuring the results of your marketing efforts will allow you to reinvest in those activities yielding a higher return on investment and drop those producing little or no benefits. If you don’t know whether something has worked, why keep throwing money at it?

2. Lack of a clear benefit. As obvious as it may seem, many marketers forget they are in the business of selling something people actually want or need. One of the biggest mistakes made in marketing is to focus on the features of a product or service, instead of the benefits. Your marketing messages must convey the benefits your customers will receive by using your product and/or service. Find the interesting aspects in your offering and state the benefits as believably as possibly.

People do not pay attention to marketing, they pay attention only to things that interest them. Customers simply want to know “so what’s in it for me?”

6. Dedicating your time and resources to one area only.

When your entire marketing budget is used on just one method of promoting your business, you won’t experience the same results as those entrepreneurs who use a mix of vehicles to convey their message. Diversity allows you to expand your marketing reach and stretch your marketing dollars.

3. Not motivating your audience to do something.

To make marketing work, you must tell people exactly what you want them to do. Tell them to make a phone call. If you’re a manufacturer, tell them to visit you online. Ask them to fill in a coupon, write for more information, take a test drive or stop by for a free demonstration. Don’t stop short.

Motivate them to action.

4. Jumping on board every ship that passes your way.

It is important to analyze and plan your promotional efforts before throwing valuable marketing dollars at every opportunity that comes your way. Carefully set objectives, define your target audience (who you really want to get your communication through to) and set your budget over the next six to 12 months.

7. Eliminating marketing during cash flow crunches.

When things get tight, many business owners significantly cut marketing from their budgets, as they are often the easiest expenses to reduce. It is important to remember marketing and sales are the elements driving revenue through the door.

Cut these and your cash flow problems will only worsen.

8. Not getting help when you need it. Sometimes a little outside help can do wonders for an ill-looking brochure or a less than effective ad. To keep costs under control, look to your local resources (marketing/design/print companies – e.g. get BlueDog) for assistance. Most importantly, make sure you’re getting the message out in a manner that accurately reflects your business.

Spencer Deane is a Partner at TAB – (The Alternative Board – PA & Ohio Valley) TAB helps forward-thinking business owners grow their businesses, increase profitability and improve their lives by leveraging local business advisory boards, private business coaching and proprietary strategic services.

sdeane@tabpaohvalley.com | 610.517.0798 | www.tabpaohvalley.com

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9. Not following up on leads generated by marketing activities. It is important to follow-up with people you meet and sales leads sent your way. Not only is this a common courtesy to those who may have provided the lead, but it is also a necessity. Personal contact should be made by phone, if possible. Don’t just leave a message on a voicemail, keep trying until you reach the potential customer. Implementing a follow up procedure can substantially increase your volume of business, and because following up is so inexpensive the business it produces is very profitable.

Marketing is both an art and a science. No one does it perfectly, but savvy entrepreneurs persist and continuously improve.

Marketing, advertising and promotion are not frivolous or secondary expenditures - they should be included in your overall budget and receive as much attention as your other business functions.

You don’t have to break the bank with a big, splashy marketing campaign to get noticed.

There are a number of inexpensive alternatives for marketing your company. Unleash your creative powers. By combining the myriad of ideas available to you with the dedication to make yourself a success, you will easily reach the goals that you have established for yourself and your business.

Start today!

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“ Quest for the Chamber Cup” Monday, August 31 Registration, Warm-Up & Practice: 10:30am • Lunch: 11:30am Shotgun Start: 12:30pm • Awards & Dinner Reception: 6:00pm Hosted by:

Supporting the Chamber’s Education Foundation Scholarship Program annually.

Sponsorships

170 Zynn Rd , Downingtown, PA 19335

Your Day Includes: Nike Dri-Fit Golf Shirt Gift Bag | Lunch Beverages on the course Cocktail Hour | Dinner Awards & Prizes Please call 610-696-4046 or e-mail info@gwcc.org for details.

Corporate Sponsorships: $900

Longest Drive: $400**

1 Golf Foursome | 1 Hole Signage Logo in event program | 1 item in Gift Bag

Tee recognition at hole

DRIVING RANGE SPONSOR: $400**

Lunch Sponsorships: $1,000** 1 Hole Sponsorship | Logo in event program Representative to speak | Banner placement at Lunch | 1 item in Swag Bag

Tee recognition at range

TEE SPONSORSHIP: $75 Tee sign at one hole

Golfing Opportunities Individual Golfer: $195

Foursome: $780

Early Bird - $175†

Early Bird - $700†

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**Add Two Additional Players - $300

Early Bird Registration required by August 4.

Tournament will feature Dave’s Automotive “Birdie Ball” - Limited 2 per golfer, you can use your Birdie Ball as a free stroke! Better than a Mulligan!

GOLF CART SPONSOR

GOLF SHIRT SPONSOR

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BEVERAGE SPONSOR

DINNER SPONSOR

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CHAT AROUND THE CHAMBER What makes West Chester so beautiful?

We love all of the beautiful window-boxes and sidewalk planters bursting with brightly colored flowers that can be seen throughout West Chester, and we think it’s one of the many charming qualities our community has. Studies have shown that flowers have an immediate impact on happiness and long-term positive effects on moods, as well as increasing contact with family and friends. Giving fresh flowers is a great way to brighten somebody’s day, beautify an Allison Barto Kati Mac Floral Designs

event, or commemorate a loved one. Flowers add that extra finishing touch whenever you’re hosting an event, or to give as a gift when attending an event or as Thank You.

Kati Mac Floral Designs, with their team of talented floral designers will custom design a beautiful floral arrangement just for you. They specialize in weddings, parties, corporate events, and more.

Their full-service design studio is located in the heart of West Chester, at 36 South High Street.

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MaY Events Calendar Friday, May 1

Tuesday, May 12

25th Anniversary Gallery Walk

The Exchange

Maximizing the Value of Your Business presented by Matt Coyne, President of Brandywine Mergers & Acquisitions

Sponsored by

Tuesday, May 12 Friday, May 1 Downtown West Chester 5:00pm – 9:00pm

Iron Hill Brewery 3 West Gay Street, West Chester 5:30pm – 8:00pm

See page 10 for details

$55 for members | $65 for non-members RSVP is required

Wednesday, May 20

Thursday, May 21

Education Foundation Luncheon

Total Golf Series Session 1

The Chamber’s Annual Education Foundation Scholarship Presentation

Recognizing six of the West Chester Area School District’s most entrepreneurial high school seniors.

Short Game Troubles & What to expect if you have never participated in a Golf Outing Presented by

Sponsored by

Wednesday, May 20

Thursday, May 21

Radley Run Country Club 1100 Country Club Road, West Chester 11:45am – 1:00pm

Radley Run Country Club 1100 Country Club Road, West Chester 4:30pm – 6:00pm

$25 for members | $35 for non-members RSVP is required

$35 for members | $45 for non-members Registration is required

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Tuesday, June 2

Tuesday, June 9

Coffee Connection The Classic Diner

Membership Breakfast

Tuesday, June 2

Tuesday, June 9

Classic Diner 16 East Gay Street, West Chester 7:45am – 9:00am

Concord Country Club 1601 Wilmington Pike, West Chester 7:45am – 9:00am

Free for members | $10 for non-members RSVP is appreciated

$20 for members | $25 for non-members RSVP is required

Thursday, June 18

Tuesday, June 30

Total Golf Series Session 2

Business Card Exchange Fulton Bank

Getting off the Tee

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Thursday, June 18

Tuesday, June 30

Radley Run Country Club 1100 Country Club Road, West Chester 4:30pm – 6:00pm

116 West Market Street, West Chester 5:30pm – 7:30pm

$35 for members | $45 for non-members Registration is required

Free for members | $10 for non-members RSVP is appreciated

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The GWCC Total Golf Series Presented by Radley Run Country Club

Session 1-May 21, 2015

Short Game Troubles & What to expect if you have never

Session 2- June 18, 2015

Session 3-July 7, 2015 Approaching the Green

Radley Run’s Pro-Golf Staff will guide you through your Irons and Hybrids shots in this 1 ½ hour clinic.

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PRESENTED BY GREATER WEST CHESTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Part of the USA CRITS Championship Series

August 8, 2015

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