June 2024
A special thank you to our Society Members and all who invest in our Why / Vision / Mission
Society members
Hook Society
Butler Tech
Cintas Cohen
Fifth Third Bank
Flowers by Roger, Inc.
McGraw/Kokosing
Miami University Regionals
Midd Cities Partners
MyUSA Credit Union
Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
Russ Beckner Pictures
Shape Corporation
Spectrum Reach
Tytus Society
Akers Packaging Service
AMS Parts
Baker Concrete Construction
Duke Energy
Essity
G & J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc.
Hawthorn Glen Senior Living Campus
Joe Morgan Honda
LCNB National Bank
Magellan Aerospace
Majestic Care of Middletown
Markey’s
Metal-Matic Inc.
Miami Valley Gaming
Middletown Energy Center
One Smarter
PAC Worldwide Corporation
Precision Strip, Inc.
Quaker Houghton
The Windamere
Valley Central Bank
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SOMEWHERE ON MY DESK 4 Focus Areas 5 Events 6 CLIMB 9 2 Why// In everything we do, we believe in fostering a prosperous business environment that builds and supports a thriving community. We strive to identify creative solutions to challenges that affect our members content Passport to tomorrow 10 Spotlight 12 SOCA Benefits 14 Statistics 17 Vision// our business community is proud, vibrant and prosperous, poised for the future and prepared for sustainable success Mission// to promote economic prosperity for our current and future members
somewhere on my desk
Rick Pearce President/CEO
This week, somehow…….I’m celebrating my 11t h Year at The Chamber. I want to thank the board of 11 years ago (and those since) for giving me the opportunity to grow in the position and having their support in moving the organization in our current direction. The job has been quite challenging and very rewarding and I can’t think of a better way to spend our resources than identifying solutions to workforce challenges. We have accomplished a great deal and much to be proud of, but our work is not completed. A Workforce Timeline can be found at this link
I have met so many good and capable people and have been very fortunate to work closely with many of you, thank you. I’d like to thank all the people we have worked with to get us where we are today.
Our Annual Golf Outing will be Thursday, June 13 at Shaker Run Golf Club. We are encouraging businesses to invite a client to town for a day to experience one of the most popular and challenging courses in southwest Ohio. A link to registration and list of sponsors can be found here. We thank the staff at Shaker Run and our sponsors for helping put on this signature event.
Best in Profits -
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• Ohio Chamber
• US Chamber
• Updates from Rep. Warren Davidson
• Updates from Senator JD Vance
Focus Areas
• Thank you to ALL the companies and organizations who participated in Passport To Tomorrow, Adopt A Class and Junior Achievement.
• We are always looking for endorsing organizations - call the office (513-422-4551)
• The 2024 CLIMB Program
• Third Session June 18
• A huge Thank You to Shape Corp.
• Thank you to all who sent an emerging leader
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Reservation Link
6 Events
Reservation Link
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Events Reservation Link
CLIMB CLASS of 2024
Front Row (l-r) - Paul Gabbard, Rachel Brandenburg, Lukas Slucher, April Milligan, Alex Tomlin, Tonya Casey, Brian Dwyer, Nick Schraub
Second Row - Michael Berding, Chris Tangeman, Chris Juergens, Chris Pergram, Matt Chaney, Alex Patrick, Sarah Starr
Not Pictured - Tori Myles
Companies Represented - AMS Parts, Atrium Medical Center, Butler Tech, Cohen, Miami University Regionals, MidPointe Library System, Phillips Tube Group, Pilot Chemical Company, Shape Corporation, Supports to Encourage Low-Income Families
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Passport To T0morrow
Students at Highview 6th Grade Center have taken their real-world learning to the next level by launching their own pop-up taco business.
After learning about the fields of Business, Marketing, and Management, sixth graders in Ms. Kash's class are applying their knowledge to running their own business, which in this case, is "Highview Top of the Tacos."
Link to entire article
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• Build your brand with local students.
• Deliver essential business skills.
• Be a positive influence. Become an endorsing organization TODAY Help us get to
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Passport to tomorrow
513-422-4551
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Passport To T0morrow
Middletown City School’s new initiative to deliver necessary business skills to the classroom for all students.
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Passport to tomorrow
Each month, we’ll show the skills associated with each badge.
Community-minded
World Connections
Regional Awareness
Respects Diversity
Service Orientation
Civic Awareness
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Soca benefits
All Chamber members are eligible for these benefits
Chamber Saver
SOCA Benefit Plan
Providing healthcare for 2-99 employees 1.4% Savings!
Providing healthcare for 2-50 employees 20 40% Savings!
Workers Compensation Benefits & Support
Group Ratings
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24-hour Legal Assistance
& Identify Theft Protection
Point Of Sale Tools & Payment Processing
Advising & Reducing Your Energy Costs
Solving Your HR Needs
Certificates of Origin for International shipments
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benefits
Click on each logo to learn more…...
THANK YOU TO OUR MEMBERS!
WE would like to send out a very special THANK YOU to our new member.
• Quaker Houghton
The Chamber is here to find solutions to obstacles that your business may be facing. Feel free to contact us at 513-422-4551.
August 1—The Business Luncheon
August 16—Rootin’ Tootin’ Shootin’ September 4—Chamber Steak Fry
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17 If you would like to know your numbers, let us know! Website Top Category Searches • Dining & Restaurants ....516 • Lodging & Travel ............238 • Attractions............................160 • Real Estate.............................121 • Banks/Credit Unions ......95 Business Directory Searches Total Searches ...........7,535 • by category ..........5,762 • by keywords...............27 • by alphabetical.... 1,746 Want to reach more viewers? Statistics for...May Top visited Webpages • Homepage.................. 665 • Newsletter.................... 134 • Golf Open .......................98 • Luncheon......................... 87 • Directory......................... 68
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Grand Openings Grand Re-Openings Groundbreakings Industry Awards News Releases Anniversaries
Deadline for newsletter: 20th of each month • 1924 - 100 years • 1949 – 75 years • 1974 – 50 years • 1999 – 25 years marketing
Milestones/ Achievements
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