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Business Excellence Awards 3

STIR After Hours 5

Project HIRE 5

HOFEF Queen Pageant Apps. 6

HOFEF Chairmen 8-9

Chamber Membership Golf Outing 10

Downtown Canton Events 10

Spring Network 2010 10

AultCare Fast Break Breakfast 11

Leadership Stark County 12

Young Entre p reneur Snapshot 13

ystark! Leadership 14-15

Safety Council Luncheon 16

S a fety Council CEO Bre a k fa st 17

Employment Program 19

New Members 20

BizBitz 21

March Calendar 23

The Canton RegionalChamber’s very mission is to inspire growth andbusiness development inour community. This was a difficult mission to fulfillin 2009. This past year wasperhaps one of the mostchallenging in our historyand all of our membersfaced formidable decisionsabout the direction of their

businesses. As a result, our role as your businessadvocate has taken on even greater importance.

We believe that 2010 will still pose significantissues for local business, but we are seeing eco-nomic indicators that suggest cautious optimismas we embark in 2010. As we try to anticipatewhat the future holds, here are some of the keyelements that we’re working to bring to our business members and the community this year:

Generating Economic DevelopmentAs we prepare to sign our first tenant to MillsBusiness Park, a 141-acre park located in thecity of Canton, it is further confirmation thatwe now have one of the finest Class A businessparks in Northeast Ohio. We will work in 2010 to attract additional developments to our areawhile helping established companies to retainand grow their businesses in Stark County.

Developing New Opportunities for Small BusinessWhile we will continue to deliver your favoritenetworking and educational programs, such asAultCare Fast Break Breakfasts and our semi-annu-al NETWORK programs, we’ve just unveiled a NEWevent – Stir After Hours – perfect for small busi-nesses to expand their networks locally. Also inthe works is a major networking opportunityfor this fall that we’ll be sharing details on soon.

Re-energize your small business

A message to our members from the President & CEO

The Center for Entrepreneurial Success is now offering a seminar series geared toward aspiring or existing entrepreneurs.The program is designed to teach a “real life” curriculum of business knowledge.

Volunteers, such as lawyers, accountants, and business profes-sionals, teach the six or 12-week program. Topics include marketfeasibility, insurance and loss prevention, human resource issues,financial statements, business plan development, legal structureand technology planning. Nicole Garlando, executive directorof the Ananda Center, is a graduate of the course.

“This program is amazing and the professionals involved aregreat. It has helped me a great deal, given me confidence in my business abilities, and helped me gain knowledge needed to run the Ananda Center,” said Garlando.

The course is taught at community centers, including LakeTownship Chamber and Community Campus at Goodwill.Classes meet once a week and will be held beginning March 11and March 24. Applications are now being accepted online atDefineYourSuccess.org. Scholarships and tuition assistance areavailable. For more information, please contact Marcie Braggat (330) 445-1059.

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Denny Saunier

at the Center for Entrepreneurial Success

March 2010 • Vol. XLII • No. 3

Thomas E. CecconiChairman

Dennis P. SaunierPresident & CEO

David ZingeryDirector, Marketing

Jessica BennettEditor

Denise BurtonDirector of Membership & Sales

Advertising Sales/Action(330) 458-2067

Sarah BhatiaGraphic Designer

Action is published monthly for the

members of Canton Regional Chamber

of Commerce. The subscription cost is

$25 per year and is included in the price

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Regional Chamber of Commerce, 222

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Learn more about these and otherChamber events at CantonChamber.org.

Engaging Young ProfessionalsThe ystark! program is dedicated toattracting, retaining and engaging talented young professionals in StarkCounty. These YPs are a key ingredient toaccelerating your company’s recessionaryrebound. We’ve just launched a newystark! website that offers young professionals the opportunity to networkand socialize online and off, and offersbusiness owners a searchable database of several hundred YPs in Stark County.Visit ystark.org to take advantage of thenew site.

Developing Civic LeadersWe are cultivating diverse civic leaders to lead the community throughLeadership Stark County's SignatureProgram, Spotlight Program andGovernment Leadership Academy.

Legislative and Education AdvocacyWe have a strong presence in the legisla-tive arena to ensure that public policycreates a positive climate for businessgrowth and capital investments. We’realso pursuing increased collaboration and efficiencies in regional government.Likewise, because we know that educa-tion is the foundation for strong businessnow and in the future, we work alongsidelocal and regional educators to makesure that the voice of local business isrepresented.

Collaborating for Center City RevitalizationWe are seeing more people in downtown Canton than ever before.We know that a strong region needs astrong center city, and we’re working to ensure the city’s prosperity. We have

welcomed new businesses to the centercity and we have helped with the growthof Canton’s Arts District. Thanks to ourdowntown Canton events, including FirstFridays, Taste of Canton, Zing in the City,Canton Blues Fest, Vintage Canton andLight Up Downtown, tens of thousands of people in our community are enjoyingdowntown Canton.

Increasing Travel and Tourism for Stark CountyTravel and tourism to the region is on theforefront of our minds, and we’re workingto bring another 20 years of the OHSAAState Football Championships toCanton. We’re also looking forward towelcoming the new class of Pro FootballHall of Fame Enshrinees, football heroesincluding guard Russ Grimm, linebackerRickey Jackson, cornerback Dick LeBeau,running back Floyd Little, defensive tackle John Randle, wide receiver Jerry Riceand running back Emmitt Smith, toCanton at the 47th annual Hall of FameEnshrinement Festival this summer.

What to expect from the ChamberThe Chamber will work to bring newcompanies into the area as well as bringcustomers to businesses already here.Expect to see new market access,training and selling seminars, and manyopportunities in 2010. For a full look at our 2010 Strategic Plan, please visit:CantonChamber.org/StrategicPlan.

Sincerely,

Dennis P. SaunierPresident & CEOCanton Regional Chamber of Commerce

3C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e

E X E C U T I V E C O M M I T T E EChairman of the Board - Thomas E. Cecconi

Mercy Medical Center

Sr. Vice Chairman - George W. Lemon

Vice Chairman - Rick L. HainesAultCare

Vice Chairman - Kevin KampmanThe Repository

Vice Chairman - Dean L. OlivieriFred Olivieri Construction Co.

Treasurer - D. William AllenPro Football Hall of Fame

Immediate Past ChairmanRonald D. Becker

Hilscher-Clarke Electric Co.

President & CEO - Dennis P. SaunierCanton Regional Chamber of Commerce

Corporate Secretary - Steven J. KatzCanton Regional Chamber of Commerce

B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R SMichael S. Armbrester

Marathon Petroleum Co. LLC

James T. BatchelderThe M.K. Morse Co.

Timothy M. Burke, Jr.FirstMerit

William R. CookChase N.A.

Darryl J. Dillenback

Ken EnglishCharter One

Philip D. FracassaThe Timken Company

Jerry GilinDiebold Inc.

Derek GordonCanton Jaycees

Jason F. HauptKrugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths &

Dougherty Co., L.P.A.

Rick L. Hull

Terrance L. JonesMulti-Development

Services of Stark County

Richard L. JusseaumeWalsh University

Geoff KarcherThe Karcher Group

Tim MaloneyCanton Chair Rental

Rick McQueenAkron-Canton Airport

John A. Murphy, Jr.Day Ketterer Ltd.

John O’Donnell Ph.D.Stark State

College of Technology

Mark J. SamolczykStark Community Foundation

Thomas W. Schmidt

William C. ShiversHuntington Bank

Paul E. SiegfriedSiegfried Enterprises Inc.

Randolph L. SnowBlack, McCuskey,

Souers & Arbaugh LPA

Vicky L. SterlingPinnacle Press Inc.

Dr. Gary W. StreitMalone University

David M. WheelerAEP Ohio

Stark County’s premier business awardnominations are in, and the winners of 2010’s Business Excellence Awardswill be announced in an upcoming issue of ACTION! Winners of the BusinessExcellence Awards will be honored onApril 27 at a distinguished ceremonyand gala dinner at The University Centerat Kent State University at Stark.

Tickets for this event will sell out fast –make sure you reserve your seat TODAY.

RSVP ONLINE NOW AT

CANTONCHAMBER.ORG

OR CALL (330) 458-2085.

Tuesday, April 275:30 p.m. cocktail reception6:30 p.m. dinner and awards ceremonyThe University Center atKent State University at Stark6000 Frank Ave.North Canton 44720Cost: $45RSVP by Apr. 20

Business Excellence Awardwinners honored April 27

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The Canton Regional Chamber issummoning the spirit of the Irish for March 18’s Stir After HoursSmall Business Networking Series at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course!

Enjoy your green beer on the put-ting green for a special St. Patrick’sDay putting competition. Dine onappetizers from SantangeloCatering in Massillon. They’reserving up springtime favorites tokeep your winter blues at bay.

Tam O’Shanter Golf Course has provided 300 lush acres and 36holes of golf galore for more than 80 years. With a premier practicefacility, pro shop, clubhouse, restau-rant and lounge, it’s no wonder TamO’Shanter has been voted “BestPublic Golf Course” in Stark Countyfor the past three years.

Tam O’Shanter is a great place forgolf outings, (charitable or corpo-rate), golf lessons and great fun withfriends. Whether you’re entertainingout-of-town guests or business asso-ciates, Tam O’Shanter is just minutesaway and open to the public.

We’re pulling this month’s STIR AFTERHOURS DOOR PRIZES straight out of a pot o’ gold! Door prizes includeGasser Fine Jeweler’s luxurious lariatnecklace by Rebecca, a sterling sil-

ver and 18k rose gold plated bronzenecklace with a stunning marquise-shaped green crystal – a $530value! Tam O’Shanter is giving wayfour rounds of 18 holes with carts at their sprawling course, andSantangelo’s is offering a $25 giftcertificate to one lucky winner.

Don’t forget – beginning nextmonth, we’ll be featuring a monthlyStir Fry Hot Business on the Burnercompany feature article. You canonly be featured in our ActionNewsletter by coming to Stir AfterHours! There’s no better way toreach our 2,800 member contactsthan with a feature that puts yourcompany, product or service in thespotlight. With only twelve issuesavailable per year, you can’t affordto miss a single stir around our newafter hours networking concept.

RSVP for the new Stir After Hoursonline at CantonChamber.org.

Thursday, March 185:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tam O’Shanter Golf Course5055 Hills & Dales Rd. NECanton, 44708Cost: $5RSVP by March 16

Luxurious door prize courtesy of Gasser Jewelers.

St. Patty’s Day STIR AFTER HOURS is summoning some of the luck of the Irish

Do you want to save your businessmoney when hiring and training newemployees? If so, there is a valuable cost-saving initiative available throughThe Employment Source in Canton andNew Philadelphia.

Earlier this year, Governor Stricklandannounced Project HIRE, a statewide initiative focused on jobs and funded by Workforce Investment Act (WIA)funds from the American Recoveryand Reinvestment Act (AARA).

If you are looking to hire an individualwho lives in Ohio or who worked in Ohioand qualifies as an eligible dislocated

worker, a person who has lost their job due to a business closing, layoff orforeign competition, the following pro-grams are available if training is neededfor the individual to obtain a permanentjob with your company:

• On-The-Job Training: 50% wage reimbursement to the employer toreduce the training costs associated with employment

• Short-Term Classroom Training:pays for training costs to receive a license or industry recognized certification from an accredited school.

Qualified individuals are eligible for upto $6,000 in training costs. Monies willbe disbursed through Ohio LearningAccounts. Positions should expect to befilled for at least one year, and all train-ing must be completed by Dec. 31, 2010.

Employers interested in participating inthis cost-saving program should contactJim Nye at The Employment Source at330-491-2646 or [email protected].

Project HIRE saves businesses money

C a n t o n R e g i o n a l C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e6

March 15 Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageantapplication deadline fast approaching

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Don’t miss the opportunity to competein the prestigious Pro Football Hall ofFame Enshrinement Festival QueenPageant. The deadline to submit anapplication and a $65 fee is Monday,March 15, by 5 p.m.

Applications and tickets for the 2010 Pro Football Hall of Fame EnshrinementFestival Queen Pageant can be obtainedat the Enshrinement Festival office at theCanton Regional Chamber of Commerce,Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. –5 p.m.

The Queen Pageant will take placeThursday, May 13, at Canton PalaceTheatre. All seats are reserved at $17each, and tickets can be purchased atthe Enshrinement Festival Office, CantonAAA and Massillon AAA.

During the Pageant, a Queen and sevencourt members will be selected to coin-cide with the number in the 2010 Classof Enshrinees, including Russ Grimm,Rickey Jackson, Dick LeBeau, FloydLittle, John Randle, Jerry Rice andEmmitt Smith.

Candidates cannot be less than a highschool senior and 18 years old by May 1or more than 23 years of age beforeSept. 1. Candidates must reside and, ifemployed, work within a 30-mile radiusof Stark County. Winners will be selectedon the basis of personality, poise, beauty,communication skills, academic achie-vement and service to the community.

In addition to greeting guests at most of the 19 events during the 10-dayEnshrinement Festival scheduled for July30 through Aug. 8, the Queen and Courtwill volunteer their time to civic organi-zations such as Habitat for Humanity,Turnaround Community OutreachCenter, MRDD and many more. Certainlyone of the most memorable experiencesfor the Queen and Court will be theirride on the float in the Timken GrandParade.

Please contact Tonya Stuck, eventmanager, at (330) 458-2052 for more information or questions about the application process.For the complete schedule of events and ticket information, check the Websites periodically for the latest news:www.profootballhofef.com or www.profootballhof.com.

2009 Enshrinement Festival Queen Abby Hexamer and her court.


Key event chairs named for Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival

The Pro Football Hall of FameEnshrinement Festival departmentof the Canton Regional Chamber ofCommerce has named the following keycommittee chairs: Steve Fricke, BalloonClassic Invitational and Steven Meeks,Jackson-Belden Food Fest & Fireworks;Keith Bennett, Ribs Burnoff; and EricStasiowski, Timken Grand Parade.

Fricke graduatedfrom OtterbeinCollege and alsoholds a Masters ofEducation degreefrom Kent StateUniversity. With 13years of service onthe Balloon ClassicInvitational com-mittee, he is serv-ing his second

and final year as chairman. He has alsoserved on the Security & Logistics com-mittee for seven years, and served eightyears as a “Battle of the Bands” judge for the Timken Grand Parade. A schoolpsychologist and behavior consultant atTuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison EducationalService Center, he is a member of theOhio and National Associations ofSchool Psychologists and is presidentof East Central Ohio School PsychologistAssociation. He is married to wife Barb.

The Balloon Classic Invitational will markits 25th anniversary this year. AssistingFricke as vice chairman of the eventcommittee is Scott Sanders.

Meeks, recentlyappointed Stark CountyCommissioner,has been anEnshrinementFestival volunteersince 1990. He hasbeen active withthe CommunityParade and eventsformerly known as

Kickoff Sunday Race and Parade, and theHoover Grand Parade, which he chairedin 2002 and 2003. In addition to serviceas Jackson Township Trustee from 2000-2007, he has been affiliated with theStark County Township Association and Jackson Township EconomicDevelopment and Comprehensive PlanSteering Committees. He is a graduate of

the Stark County Local Government andOhio Township Leadership Academies.He is the 2008 recipient of the Jackson-Belden Chamber of Commerce“Howard L. Kruman Memorial Awardfor Outstanding Citizen.” He and his wife,Patty, have three daughters, one son andone granddaughter.

Meeks will be assisted in the planningand staging of the Food Fest by vicechairman Chet Niewierski.

Fricke, representing the CantonChamber, and Meeks, representing theJackson-Belden Chamber, are partneringto stage the Balloon Classic Invitationaland the Food Fest and Fireworks,respectively. This is the 16th year the twoChambers have collaborated on theseevents, which will take place July 30 and 31, and Aug. 1 on the grounds ofKent State University at Stark and Stark State College.

During a two-and-a-half-day period,more than 125,000 people will attendthis family-friendly event, which includesapproximately 70 hot air balloons, spec-tacular fireworks, food and beveragevendors, children’s activity area andmusical entertainment.

Bennett, recentlyappointed StarkCounty Engineer,is a graduate ofAkron Universityand former president ofHammontree &Associates, Ltd. Hehas been a mem-ber of the RibsBurnoff committee

for 14 years, with 2010 being his secondand final year as chairman. He serves onthe boards of Friends of the ChildrenNetwork and American Society ofHighway Engineers and is a member ofthe American Society of Civil Engineers.Bennett and wife Barbara are the parents of one son and one daughter.

Long-time Ribs Burnoff committee volunteer Vicky Sterling has beenselected to serve as vice chairman of the committee.

Together, they will oversee all aspects ofthe Ribs Burnoff, which will take place

Aug. 4 through 6 at the Stark CountyFairgrounds. Special attractions includerib and specialty food vendors, bever-ages, a children’s entertainment area,fantasy football zone of interactiveinflatables, enormous sand sculptureand musical entertainment.

Stasiowski,director of com-munications forAkzo Nobel Paints,is a native ofMassachusettsand received hisMBA from PennState University.A member of theGrand Paradecommittee since

2001, this is his first year as its chairman.An Eagle Scout, he remains active withthe Boy Scouts of America as a memberof the Buckeye Council’s MarketingCommittee. Stasiowski also enjoys hisduties as an official scorer for the AkronAeros baseball team. He and his wifeDonna are parents to one daughter.

Stasiowski will partner with vice chair-man John Fehrenbach to attend to themyriad of details involved in staging thistelevised family event.

The Timken Grand Parade will step off at 8 a.m., Sat., Aug. 7. It will be enjoyedby nearly 200,000 spectators along the2.2 mile route, as well as by millionsmore via the television broadcast.The parade will feature the current Classof Enshrinees, many returning Hall ofFamers, marching bands, giant heliumballoons, fabulous floats, animal unitsand specialty units.

Eric Stasiowski

Steve Fricke

Steven Meeks

Keith Bennett


Enshrinement Festival names auxiliary committee chairsThe Pro Football Hall of FameEnshrinement Festival departmentof Canton Regional Chamber ofCommerce has named the following auxiliary committee chairs: Alex Hoce,Communications; Diana Morse, SpecialServices; and Doug Froelich, Security &Logistics.

Hoce, a career fire-fighter/paramedic,is currently withthe Plain TownshipFire Departmentand president oftheir Union Local2967. He alsoworks part-timefor CantonTownship andJackson Township

Fire Departments. Hoce has fond memo-ries of participating in EnshrinementFestival activities since he was a child,including selling pop, working the trashpatrol and assisting with first aid efforts atthe Ribs Burnoff. A graduate of CentralCatholic High School, he attendedUniversity of Toledo and obtained a bach-elor’s degree in emergency managementfrom University of Richmond, Va. He is amember of the International Associationof Firefighters and formerly a member ofSt. Paul’s UMC mission team and volun-teer for Canton Civic Opera.

Hoce will be assisted by committee vicechairman Gary Lyon.

The Communications committee assumesresponsibility for communications equip-ment utilized at all Enshrinement Festivalevents. Members are responsible for dis-tributing equipment, charging radios andtelephones, monitoring EMS activities andserving as a clearinghouse for inquiriesfrom guests, patrons and media.

Morse, fraud manager for GECapital, graduatedfrom Garfield HighSchool and TheUniversity ofAkron. She is co-leader of GEWomen’s Networkand serves Mt.Cavalry BaptistChurch as youth

coordinator for Zion’s Zeal organizationfor seven to 10 year olds. She and her husband, Ricky, have two adult childrenand two grandchildren.

Assisting Morse with committee duties isvice chairman Dan Paumier.

The Special Services Committee assistsmany of the event committees with var-ied duties, including media and sponsorhospitality, registration at the BalloonClassic Invitational media flight, trans-portation for Drum Corps Competitionand hosting the Timken Grand Paradefloat judges.

Froelich, a teacherat Green HighSchool, heads thecommittee thatcoordinates security and logis-tics for severalEnshrinementFestival events,including theFashion ShowLuncheon,

Enshrinees Dinner and EnshrineesGameDay Roundtable. This is his 12thyear as a member of the committee, andhe has also served as chairman of theBalloon Classic Invitational Committeeand as an eight-year member of the Hallof Fame’s Hospitality Committee.

A graduate of North Canton Hoover HighSchool, he obtained a bachelor’s degreefrom Kent State University and a master’sdegree from Ashland University.

Serving as vice chairman of the Security &Logistics committee is Dennis Manzella.

The Security & Logistics committee issues security passes for all personnelservicing the events, oversees the delivery, distribution and security of food,beverage, flowers, favors, programs andother items necessary to the success ofthe three indoor events, and monitorsmovement of people from the perimeterrooms into the main auditorium for theprogram portion of each of the threeevents. The committee also provides secu-rity support for the Queen Pageant, DrumCorps Competition, Community Parade,Ribs Burnoff, Concert & Fireworks, Raceand Timken Grand Parade committees.

The central focus and highlight of theEnshrinement Festival will be the Aug. 7induction ceremony for the 2010 Class of Enshrinees comprised of guard RussGrimm, linebacker Rickey Jackson,cornerback Dick LeBeau, running back Floyd Little, defensive tackle John Randle, wide receiver Jerry Riceand running back Emmitt Smith.

For the complete schedule of events,ticket information, and latest news,check the Web sites periodically:www.profootballhofef.com orwww.profootballhof.com

Alex Hoce

Diana Morse

Doug Froelich


SAVE THE DATE!Chamber Membership

Golf Outing

Wednesday, June 23 10 a.m. shotgun start

Location TBD

Get your reservation in quickly as this one is sure to be a

sellout again this year!

Think networking is all about schmooz-ing to collect the most business cards?Think again!

Tired of meetingthe same peopleat the same gath-erings with no endin sight? Want tofreshen your salesdatabase andmake real connec-tions with newpeople? JackWindsor, founderand president of

Windsor Consulting Group and TheMasterMind Groups, will coach youalong a networking journey throughfour, fast-paced hours of energized activities, complete with icebreakers and a new way of thinking about busi-ness interactions. You’ll acquire NEWbusiness contacts and potential leads for your business – plus you’ll learn howto win at business mentally, emotionally,physically, relationally, intellectually andspiritually!

This is sure to be one of the liveliestnetworking opportunities of 2010!Register by Mar. 19 for this fast-pacednetworking and lead generation exer-cise. By the end of the morning, you will collect approximately 100 new

contacts and return to your office withbusiness leads from around the county! You'll make great connections at agreat location - downtown Canton'shistoric Canton Club - and a greatnew price, just $25!

Our semi-annual Network series willenable you to gain exposure for yourcompany – and help you harness yourtrue networking potential! Network isnot just for sales and marketing associ-ates; it will benefit anyone interested inestablishing long-term relationships andincreasing a company’s bottom line. Allarea business owners, purchasing agentsand sales and marketing associates areencouraged to participate.

About the Emcee: Windsor coaches peo-ple 1:1 to draw out visions and strategiespeople have deep within that are thecornerstone to their sustained growthand success. He created WindsorConsulting Group to help people suc-ceed; recognizing the vast number ofpeople just like him who had a desire toascend mediocrity in business and whowere willing to apply heart, spirit anddiligence to achieve that goal. Windsorhas worked with over 100 companies in30 different industries as a companystrategist and personal coach to compa-ny leaders. The Columbus Ohio Small

Business Development Centers recentlyhonored his work by partnering withWindsor Consulting Group to developMasterMind groups for SBDC clientsacross their nine-county region. In 2008,Windsor was honored as the NationalKidney Foundation of Ohio YoungProfessional of the Year.

*All attendees will receive a registrant’s listfor post-event follow-up and future con-tact. There is a maximum of two represen-tatives per company permitted to ensuregreatest networking exposure.

Friday, March 268 a.m. registration8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. networkingThe Canton Club101 Central Plaza SCanton, 44702Free valet parking available beginning at 7:30 a.m.Cost: $25, continental breakfast includedNo Shows will be billed.RSVP by Mar. 19 atwww.CantonChamber.org

Jack Windsor

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In 1999, Brian Bailey went from softwaresalesman to barbecue entrepreneur.Old Carolina Barbecue Company, formedwith high school friend Tim Hug, hasexploded out of Bailey’s epiphany tobecome a Northeast Ohio favorite forauthentic barbecue.

Come to March’s AultCare Fast BreakBreakfast to discover what drives the award-winning ribstastic duo to succeed. Bailey will share some of his key entrepreneurial learnings with the audience! You'll learn about

their mission to exceed customer expectations in every bite.

Beyond this important segment of theprogram, Fast Break attendees have theopportunity to obtain business leadsthrough enjoyable networking activitiesat an event that has built a reputation asone of the most energetic lead-produc-ing sessions around. Bring a door prizevalued at $15 or more and receive 30seconds at the microphone to promoteyour business.

Friday, March 127 a.m. registration7:30 a.m. programCourtyard by Marriott4375 Metro Cir.North Canton, OHCost: $18 members;

$21 members less than 48 hours in advance; $25 non-membersRSVP by Mar. 10

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Save your seat;register in advance at

www.cantonchamber.orgor call (330) 458-2085.

In order to better accommodateguests at Canton Regional Chamber

of Commerce events, we ask that yoube sure to register in advance for each event. This will ensure that

we have accurate counts for food service and seating.

Please register online atwww.cantonchamber.org.

Please call (330) 458-2085 to registerwith Rosie Kurtz. Cancellations madeless than 48 hours before the begin-ning of an event are not eligible for

refund. No-shows will be billed.

In order to reduce operation costs,registration for all major Canton

Regional Chamber of Commerce events– such as Annual Dinner or awards

dinners – must be paid in advance ofthe event. Guests may pay for monthly

programs in advance or at the door by check, credit card or cash.

Do you want to expand your profession-al network, climb the career ladderfaster, or engage in a meaningful civicendeavor? Through Leadership StarkCounty’s Signature Program, you will:

Connect with leadersPrepare yourself to interact with morethan 100 community leaders who makeup the program day facilitators andguests. Volunteer faculty who sharetheir expertise include CEOs, judges,historians, business owners, mayors,university presidents, school superin-tendents, artists, non-profit agencydirectors and many others.

Enhance your personal and professional skillsLeadership Stark County will teach youthe skills you need to become a moreeffective, collaborative leader and giveyou the inspiration to connect your values with real-world projects.

Discover Stark CountyWhether you are new to the area or alifelong Stark Countian, Leadership StarkCounty connects you to the assets andresources you need to affect our future.

Are you ready for the LeadershipStark County challenge?If you or someone in your organization isready to build their leadership potential,apply now at www.leadershipstarkcoun-ty.org or call Fran Wells at 330-458-2094.Applications will be accepted throughApril 30, 2010.

“Leadership Stark County became mysoul’s retreat each month. As we allknow, these have been unprecedentedtimes, certainly in the financial industrythat I call home. Leadership allowed meto take a day away and really learn aboutwhat is important to me professionally

and personally. The human services pro-gram day has forever changed my life.The experience of walking in the shoesof the less privileged has changed myattitude and outlook in everything I do.Professionally, Leadership allowed me tomeet thirty-six individuals in all differentfacets of the business community… Iknow I can trust and count on them foranything, and for good.”

Tiffany Gill,vice president/banking advisor,PNC WealthManagement

What can YOU expect fromLeadership Stark County?



Editor’s note: In keeping with ystark!’smission – to attract, retain and ENGAGEtalented young people in Stark County –ACTION will feature monthly snapshots of outstanding young entrepreneursthroughout 2010.

Name: Sue Grabowski

Age: 40

Company Name: Grabowski & Company,Marketing Communications Strategies

How did you come up with the ideafor your business/product/service? I worked at a small ad agency early in my career and knew - yes, at age 22 -that I wanted to own my own firm.I worked in several positions to hone my writing, project management andstrategy skills then gathered talentedpeople around me before going on my own in 1997.

Which attributes best define you as anentrepreneur? I’m a bit of a risk-taker,willing to say yes to nearly any projectthat comes my way. I’m also a bridgebuilder, so as I meet people and learnabout their strengths, I try to connectthem with others who need that skill.

Why have you chosen Canton as yourhome base? I grew up in Canton – I’m a

proud GlenOak and Malone grad.Lake Township is apeaceful place toraise a family.

How have theamenities of StarkCounty contributedto your success?

Most of my clients are in NE Ohio, so mylocation near the Akron-Canton Airportprovides perfect access to the I-77 corri-dor, which connects me to the north andsouth. It’s an affordable place to do busi-ness and I can draw new talent frommany local universities.

Why is having a strong YP communityimportant for your business? In mybusiness, creativity and fresh ideas areour lifeblood, so I need to infuse mybusiness with young, driven, creativefolks. More importantly, I have three children who I would like to see thrivein this region. The YP community oftoday builds the foundation for the YPcommunity of tomorrow.

What are your thoughts on ystark!? I wish I wasn’t on the top end of the agelimit! It’s a fabulous resource for myyoung team members and a group thatgets things done. I’m impressed with thenumber of young professionals joiningnon-profit boards and diving in to solveissues in our community.

What advice would you give to YPswho share your entrepreneurial streakbut are just getting started? Remainteachable. Talk to as many entrepreneursas possible.You’ll glean nuggets of wis-dom from each one. Don’t burn anybridges. Be transparent and honest –with your clients and your employees.And find a trustworthy attorney andaccountant. I’ve found these tworesources invaluable over the years.

What’s next for you? Every day is a newadventure! Grabowski & Co. has growndramatically in the last few years, so I’vespent time managing that growth. Thisyear, I am focused on setting our coursefor the next decade.

Young Entrepreneur Snapshot


ystark! leadership leading the charge for YPs in 2010The 2010 ystark! executive committee isoff and running with great programs andprofessional development endeavors forStark County YPs. Read on to find out moreabout this year’s executive committee, anIMPRESSIVE group of young movers andshakers lead by ystark! Director AimeeBelden. Their leadership is helping tomake Stark County a great place for YPsto live, work and play!

For more information on ystark! or tojoin this group of YPs engaged in StarkCounty, visit ystark.org. Membership isfree and easy – so be sure to connectwith the executive committee online by building your own online profile!

Robert Murphy, ChairAttorney – Black McCuskey Souers &Arbaugh, LPA

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/RobertMurphy

What’s your favoriteystark! event? Thatwould have to beTwenty under 40! Theawards event is alwaysa terrific opportunityto mingle and network,but the really greatthing is seeing andhearing about terrific

young leaders in our community making a difference. It’s really inspiring to heartheir stories.

Traci Dunn, Advisory Board Co-ChairDirector, Organizational Advancement – The Timken Company

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/TraciDunn

What’s your favoriteystark! event? I trulyenjoy the CEO Meet &Eats. They are a greatopportunity to learnabout other businessesin our community andto gain best practiceson how they attractand retain top YP tal-ent. It also demon-

strates how much progress Stark Countyis making in creating a great communityculture that supports YPs.

Joseph D. Schauer, Advisory BoardCo-Chair and Fund Drive ChairAccount Executive – Schauer Group, Inc.

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/JosephDSchauer

What’s the best part ofgetting involved withystark!? The ability tomake a difference.We have a committedyoung professionalvolunteer base that isengaged in our mis-sion to attract andretain young profes-

sionals to Stark County. ystark! also cre-ates the opportunity to meet new peopleand learn about the community, whetherthrough CEO Meet & Eats, recreationalleagues, networking events and businessand education outreach programs. Thereare plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Christopher M. Seeley, AmbassadorCommittee ChairAssistant Vice President/CommercialBanking Officer – Ohio Legacy Bank

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/ChristopherMSeeley

What’s the best part ofgetting involved withystark!? The best partof getting involvedwith ystark! is meetingand forming relation-ships with people youare going through the same stages in life with.

Maureen Ater, Business OutreachCommittee ChairDirector of Marketing – The Repositoryand GateHouse Ohio Media

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/MaureenAter

Why did you getinvolved with ystark!?Being involved withystark! was an easydecision for me. I wasborn and raised herein Stark County, andmade the choice toestablish my careerhere. I want other

young professionals to recognize theincredible opportunities available to us

in this community. ystark! is the very bestway to share that with others.

Brittany Fehlman, Ed. Committee ChairStudent Affairs Coordinator, Aultman Collegeof Nursing and Health Sciences

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/BrittanyFehlman

What’s your favoriteystark! event? Myfavorite ystark! pro-grams are the mentor-ing events at StarkCounty’s colleges anduniversities. We havethe opportunity to goand talk to local col-lege students about

the importance of networking, internshipsand community involvement while theyare in school. I wish I had the opportunityto learn about these important careeraspects in college. By introducing collegestudents to ystark! early in their career,hopefully we are preparing a new genera-tion of YPs!

Robyn Steinmetz, Events Committee ChairMarketing and Communications Project Coordinator – Goodwill Industries ofGreater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc.

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/RobynSteinmetz

What’s the best part ofgetting involved withystark!? One of the bestparts about beinginvolved in ystark! is all of the great peoplethat you meet. There isalways someone newto talk to and new connections to make!

Eric Belden, Recreation ChairExec. Director – Pathway Caring for Children

Online Profile: ystark.org/profile/EricBelden

What’s your favoriteystark! event? My newfavorite event isPerplexCity. I just lovethat fact that our groupcontinues to come upwith creative newevents that can helpme prepare myself forthe Amazing Race!!

Brittany Fehlman

Chris Seely

Eric Belden

Joseph Schauer

Robert Murphy

Maureen Ater

Robyn Steinmetz

Traci Dunn

Trina E. Bennington,Twenty under 40! ChairProgram Manger – IT Communications,The Timken Company

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/TrinaBennington

What’s the best part ofgetting involved withystark!? The best partof getting involved inystark! is the relation-ships you establish. It’sa great base for profes-sional networking andmeeting people fromdifferent industries!Additionally, it gives

you a chance to meet people whom havesimilar interests, allowing you to makelasting friendships.

Monique Cox-Moore, At Large MemberFiscal Officer and Republican PollworkerCoordinator of the Townships

What’s the best partabout getting involvedwith ystark! The bestpart of getting involvedwith ystark! is the greatexposure to StarkCounty. Stark County isa diverse and excitingarea. I believe that theyoung professionals liv-

ing here will build an even stronger, moresustainable community. ystark! connects,showcases and exposes YPs to the neces-sary progressive tools to continue devel-oping and connecting our community.

Joseph Daleiden, At Large MemberTax Manager – 415 Group

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/JosephDaleiden

What’s your favoriteystark! event? Myfavorite ystark! pro-gram is dodgeball.Nothing like seeing abunch of professionalshaving as much fun aslittle kids.

Emily Menyes, At Large Member,PerplexCity ChairEmployee Events Coordinator – AultmanHealth Foundation

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/EmilyMenyes

What’s the best part ofgetting involved withystark!? The best partof getting involvedwith ystark! is havingthe opportunity tomeet so many creativeand talented YPs with-in our community.

Kathryn Siegfried, At Large MemberSupervisor of Operations – SiegfriedEnterprises, McDonald’s

Online Profile:ystark.org/profile/KathrynSiegfried

Why did you getinvolved with ystark!? Ibecame involved inystark! after movinghere last April fromWashington, D.C. I wasexcited to move toCanton but knew noone and had littleopportunity throughmy job to meet any

young professionals with whom I had any-thing in common. ystark! has introducedme to many wonderful people and hasbeen the conduit through which I havebeen able to both get to know the com-munity and get involved.


Emily Menyes

Joseph Daleiden

Monique Moore

Trina BenningtonKathryn Siegfried


Corporate Wellness:Improving the Bottom Line

Every company islooking for ways toreduce costs, andhealthcare costs area large percentageof every budget.A tailored wellnessprogram can have ahuge impact onhealthcare costs,improve employee

morale, reduce absenteeism and increaseproductivity.

Dr. Bruce Hensley, medical director,Mercy Work Health & Safety, will shareways you can improve your business’ bot-tom line and increase corporate wellnessat the March 11 Stark County SafetyCouncil Luncheon.

Mercy Work Health & Safety helps businesses provide a safe work placeby educating employees and offering preventative healthcare services. When an injury does happen, they offer bothimmediate and continuing care for theemployee through 24-hour injury treat-

ment, physical and occupational therapyand rehabilitation services.

Dr. Hensley received his Medical degreefrom the West Virginia School ofOsteopathic Medicine with postgraduatetraining at Akron General Medical Centerand The University of Cincinnati. A certi-fied Medical Review Officer, he has servedas the WHSS Medical Director since 1995.He frequently speaks on drug screeningand work-related medical issues.

Thursday, March 1111:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.Meyer’s Lake Ballroom3218 Parkway St.Canton 44708Cost: $16Reservations are requiredRSVP by Mar. 8

Spotlight Company:

Dr. Bruce Hensley


Crisis communications and your business - 2010 StarkCounty Safety Council CEO Annual Breakfast

One of youremployees hasbeen accused ofsexual harass-ment… reportssurface allegingcomputer anddatabase mis-use… you’reunder fire for apiece of equip-ment that may

be causing injury or death…there’sbeen an incident of workplace vio-lence… The Repository wants a quoteabout a rumor damaging to your com-pany or municipality… the TV I-Teamis at the door…

What happens when the media is interested in your business? Or when an “investigative journalist” bursts intoyour office with cameras blazing and amicrophone in your face? What are yourrights? Is there any way to control the

situation? They say it takes a lifetime to build a reputation and only a few seconds to destroy one. In a split secondyou could find yourself in a positionwhere you need to know how to handlethe media or be a public spokesperson.Would you know what to do or how torespond?

This fast-paced talk by Cleveland crisiscommunications and media specialistBruce Hennes, managing partner ofHennes Communications, will give youthe tools you need to defend yourselfagainst a press onslaught.

Hennes has over 30 years experienceworking in politics and public relations.He now counts among his current andformer clients such companies as AkronGeneral Hospital, Avery Dennison,Degussa Chemicals, Forest CityEnterprises, The Greater ClevelandRegional Transit Authority, KeyBank,John Carroll University, Northeast Ohio

Regional Sewer District, NASA andWestfield Insurance.

Join us for the annual CEO Breakfastevent! Our special annual event is onethat Safety Council member company’spresidents, CEOs or other members ofsenior management are invited toattend in order to meet requirements ofWorkers’ Compensation discount plan.

Tuesday, March 167 a.m. registration7:30 – 9 a.m. program & breakfastMeyer’s Lake Ballroom3218 Parkway St. NWCanton, 44708Cost: $20 includes breakfastRSVP by Mar. 10

Bruce Hennes


The Stark County Department of Job & Family Services (SCDJFS) isproviding new opportunities to localemployers. Funding recently becameavailable to offer assistance to localemployers to hire unemployed orunder-employed individuals.

The Subsidized EmploymentProgram (SEP) is designed to finan-cially assist local employers withincreasing their workforce at areduced cost to their bottom line.SCDJFS will pay 75 percent of newemployee wages and medical/den-tal/ vision benefits. The hired individ-ual must be at or below 200 percentof the poverty level and have a

minor child. Local employers may utilize this funding throughAug. 21, 2010.

“SEP should provide a boost forsome of our local employers. Ourgoal is to help families attain self-sufficiency,” said Tom Thompson,SCDJFS Deputy Director of HumanServices.

Under the program, SCDJFS paysthe 75 percent subsidy until Aug. 21,while the employee continues towork and earn a living. Employersare responsible for just 25 percentof the new employees’ wages andmedical/dental/vision benefits.

“We see the program helping busi-nesses and organizations, especiallythose that have lost employeesbecause of the economy,”Thompsonsaid.“There are so many people whoare unemployed. Our agency willhelp residents return to work andkeep their employment as the economy begins to turn around.”

Interested business owners shouldcall SCDJFS job developer PennyCook at (330) 451-8482 or workexperience site coordinatorVicki Picone at (330) 451-8425.

Subsidized Employment Program may help localbusinesses and unemployed

WELCOME to our newest members, who joined Canton Regional Chamber ofCommerce in January. We encourage you to patronize their businesses.If you know of other businesses that would benefit from Chamber member-ship, please contact the Membership Department at (330) 458-2067.

Alternative Health Options, Inc.(HEALTH & WELLNESS)Ralph Rohner (Chip)1188 Wooster Rd. WBarberton, OH 44203(330) 701-7348www.alternativehealthoptions.com

Eileen F. Aukerman-Baroni (WRITER - AUTHOR)Eileen F. Aukerman-Baroni806 Crosswick Cir.Louisville, OH 44641(330) 875-4192

Barnhart Printing Corp.dba The Barnhart Group(PRINTING COMPANIES)Doug Kish1107 Melchoir Pl. SWCanton, OH 44707(330) 418-3274www.BarnhartPrinting.com

Charlie Company(SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES)Connie PhillipsCanton, OH 447(330) 224-7043www.veteranhomes.org

Colortone Staging & Rentals (AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCTION)Judy Brown5401 Naiman Pkwy.Cleveland, OH 44139(330) 554-3340www.colortone.com

DDK Property Group, LLC(CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING SPECIALIST - PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT& MANAGEMENT)Kevin J. Hinton2712 Mahoning Ave. NECanton, OH 44705(330) 354-9430www.ddkproperty.com

Full Circle Construction, Inc.(CONSTRUCTION - INTERIOR & EXTERIOR- COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL)Dan GeisingerPO Box 80481Canton, OH 44708(330) 447-8709

Brenda K. Gee (CONSULTANTS - BUSINESS)Brenda K. Gee415 E. Front St.Dover, OH 44622(330) 353-3801

The Kimbell-Brown Store/Kimbell-Brown Estate Sales(ESTATE SALES -CONSIGNMENT SHOPS)Stephen Luke2719 Fulton Drive NWCanton, OH 44718(330) 454-3460www.kimbell-brown.com

Liberty Mutual - Lindsay Smith (INSURANCE)Lindsay Smith275 Springside Dr., #220Akron, OH 44333(330) 666-2199www.LibertyMutual.com

ListVantage (MAILING SERVICES; PRINTING CO.DIRECT MAIL - LISTS; ADVERTISING -DIRECT MAIL, DIRECTORY & GUIDE)Jennifer L. Wright4580 Stephen Circle NW, Ste. 201Canton, OH 44718(877) 560-1851www.ListVantage.com

MaBruEv Custom Jewelry(JEWELRY - HIGH FASHION)Mary & Bruce Everson2116 Hunting Valley St. NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 494-3138www.mabruev.com

Mr. Appliance(APPLIANCES - REPAIR)Michael Brown239 Roxbury Ave. NWMassillon, OH 44646(330) 478-5511www.MrAppliance.com

NE Ohio Collections (COLLECTION AGENCIES)Teresa Siffrin6370 Mt. Pleasant Street NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 497-8505www.ne-ohio-collections.com

Ohio Vortex Professional Indoor Soccer(SOCCER - PROFESSIONAL)Jodi Wayble1101 Market Ave. NCanton, OH 44702(330) 354-7778www.ohiovortex.org

PROforma Cross Media Marketing(MARKETING & PROMOTIONS - CORPORATE; E-COMMERCE)Milan Chovan1501 Oak Bluff Rd. NEMassillon, OH 44646(330) 880-4279www.proforma.com/cmm

Robert Half International (EMPLOYMENT SERVICES)Jennifer L. Claxon4450 Belden Village NW #603Canton, OH 44718-2559(330) 493-7625www.rhi.com

Salon de la Casa (BEAUTY SALONS)David Price2719 Fulton Rd. NWCanton, OH 44718(330) 455-0595www.salondelacasa.com

Stark County Hunger Task Force(SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES)Eric Smer408 9th St. SWCanton, OH 44707(330) 455-6667www.starkhunger.org

Steve Wern Signs (SIGNS)Steve Wern6350 Promler St. NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 497-9470www.stevewernsigns.com


Meals On Wheels of Stark & WayneCounties announced the hiring of JeffreyS. Davis as volunteer coordinator. In hisnew role, Davis is responsible for recruit-ing and scheduling volunteers who deliv-er meals to clients every weekday fromthe agency’s 20 nutrition sites. Beforejoining Meals On Wheels, Davis served insales management positions with NSATechnology and Arthur Middleton CapitalHoldings. He is a graduate of MountUnion College. To learn more about MealsOn Wheels or to volunteer, visitwww.mow-starkwayne.org.

Portage Lakes Career Center has namedBen Moore as its new director of curricu-lum and post-secondary education.Moore’s duties include supervision of dis-trict technology, curriculum, professionaldevelopment and Adult Education pro-grams. Moore has a bachelor’s in businessadministration from Washington and LeeUniversity and a master’s degree in busi-ness and information technology educa-tion from Virginia Tech. Additionally, hehas completed post-master’s certificateprograms in educational leadership andsuperintendent licensure from VirginiaCommonwealth University and AshlandUniversity, respectively.

Community Harvest of Stark County iscelebrating 20 years of serving StarkCounty as “the simple and commonsense way to help others.“Their delivery issimple. Each day, thousands of pounds ofprepared food are discarded. Fortunately,Community Harvest is able to rescue thatfood through the generosity of volun-teers and a specially-equipped refrigerat-ed truck. This food is collected on dailyroutes and then distributed to hot mealsites, churches and organizations thatprepare food for the hungry on a regularbasis. Last year, Community Harvest res-cued over $730,000 in food and deliverednearly 500,000 meals to our hungryneighbors in Stark County. Faith(Finnicum) Barbato recently assumedthe role of executive director forCommunity Harvest, where she will over-see the design, marketing and delivery ofprograms. For more information, visitwww.communityharveststark.org.

Midlake Products and Manufacturingin Louisville, a world class manufacturer ofcustom hinges and metal fabricated com-ponents, is pleased to announce the addi-tion of Greg Duplin as vice president ofbusiness development. Prior to joiningMidlake, Duplin was vice president ofsales and marketing at Progressive FoamTechnologies. He also spent over 27 yearswith The Hoover Company in positions of

increasing responsibility, including vicepresident of logistics and vice presidentof sales. He has a bachelor’s degree ineconomics from Denison University andan MBA-Finance from The University ofAkron. In his new role, Duplin will beresponsible for sales, marketing, andproduct development while working withthe leadership team to create and exe-cute a strategy of profitable growth. Inbusiness since 1986, Midlake has threeplants, all in Stark County. For more infor-mation visit www.midlake.com.

The law firm of Morrow & Meyer LLC ispleased to announce that three of itsattorneys, Tod Morrow, Robert Meyerand Mary Beth Reynolds, have been rec-ognized in the 2010 Editions of OhioSuper Lawyers and Super Lawyers-Corporate Counsel. In addition, Morrowwas selected by Super Lawyers Magazineas one of Ohio’s Top 100 Attorneys, andReynolds was listed among the State’sTop 50 Female Attorneys. Morrow &Meyer LLC is also pleased to announcethat John C. Ross has joined the law firmas a partner. With more than 25 years oflaw practice in Stark County andNortheastern Ohio, Ross adds significantstrength and experience to the firm’sLabor and Construction Law practice.Ross is a trustee and past president ofBuilders Exchange of East Central Ohio,and he has been recognized by The BestLawyers in America®.

The Stark County District Library nowhas mobile versions of its website andcatalog available for its customers whoare Smartphone users. The new mobilewebsite includes AirPAC which providesaccess to the library’s catalog athttp://m.starklibrary.org, enabling users toaccess library resources anywhere, any-time. It also includes a simplified versionof the library’s website, optimized for anymobile device with internet access(iPhones, Droids, BlackBerrys, Palm Pre,etc.) Visit http://starklibrary.info to testdrive this exciting new service.

Siffrin, Inc. is pleased to welcome CarrieWelden, RN to the agency. In this posi-tion, Welden’s primary responsibilitiesinclude overseeing the complex medicalcare for individuals served with develop-mental disabilities, training staff to admin-ister medications and certifying staff inFirst Aid and CPR, ensuring all staff is cur-rent with required training, and monitor-ing and educating staff and peopleserved in making healthy dietary choices.A recent graduate of the Aultman Collegeof Nursing and Health Sciences, Weldenserves as an educated and knowledge-able resource to all Siffrin staff whenmedical issues arise, and brings a highercredibility to the agency’s quality of carefor people with developmental disabilities.

Attorney R. Clint Zollinger, of DayKetterer Ltd., has been certified by theOhio State Bar Association as a specialistin Workers’ Compensation Law. He joinsan elite group of attorneys statewide who are recognized for their professionalexcellence and demonstration of substan-tial and continuing involvement in a par-ticular field of law. Named among OhioSuper Lawyers Rising Stars for 2010,Zollinger obtained his undergraduatedegree from Washington and JeffersonCollege and his law degree from TheUniversity of Akron. Active in the Cantoncommunity where is resides, Zollingerserves on the board of directors for theAultman Health Foundation and First Teeof Canton. He is also an adjunct professorfor Malone University’s MBA GraduateProgram and past president of theCanton Jaycees.

Ronald R. Rodak, president of A.S.A.P.Advertising Specialties and Printing inNorth Canton, has been elected presi-dent of the Ohio PromotionalProfessionals Association (OPPA). Forthe past five years he has served on theOPPA board, first as a trustee, then on theexecutive board, and was recently electedpresident by the OPPA Board of Directors.Rodak’s term began in January, and willlast one year. He is a lifelong resident ofStark County. He is a past president ofLouisville City Schools board of educationwhere he was elected for three terms.He also currently serves on the boardof directors at Edgewood CommunityCenter in Plain Township and was a char-ter class participant of the GovernmentLeadership Academy of Stark County.

Canton Data Print, Inc. has acquired the assets of The Letter Shop, LLC ofCanton. This is the latest step in thegrowth of one of the region’s leading pro-fessional mailing and letter shop serviceproviders. Founded in 1994, Canton DataPrint offers bulk mailing services. Over theyears, Canton Data Print has investedmore than $200,000 to improve andenhance services. In addition to the famil-iar letter shop services of ink jet address-ing, bar coding, tabbing and zip sorting,Canton Data Print offers IntelligentInserting and Variable Data Imaging thatallows customers to completely cus-tomize individual mailing pieces whileretaining standard pre-sort postage sta-tus. With a new Flat Sorter, Canton DataPrint can even reduce mailing costs offirst and third class flat mail pieces. Veryfew mail houses in Northeast Ohio offerthe range of services available at CantonData Print.

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FIRST FRIDAY - ArtWorksArt Works for the March 5 First Friday, where all facets of the arts will be celebrated!

ArtsinStark kicks off their 2010 fund drive campaign with live performances atthe Canton Palace Theatre beginning at 5:30 p.m. Join us in March as we

celebrate all aspects of the arts in beautiful downtown Canton.Be sure to visit www.cantonfirstfriday.com for details and a full activity schedule.

STARK COUNTY SAFETY COUNCIL LUNCHEONDr. Bruce Hensley, medical director, Mercy Work Health & Safety, will share ways

you can improve your business’ bottom line and increase corporate wellnessat the March 11 Stark County Safety Council Luncheon.

AULTCARE FAST BREAK BREAKFASTFrom Businessman to Barbecue Ribsmeister

In 1999, Brian Bailey went from software salesman to barbecue entrepreneur. Old CarolinaBarbecue Company, formed with high school friend Tim Hug, has exploded out of Bailey’s

epiphany to become a Northeast Ohio favorite for authentic barbecue. Bailey will sharesome of his key entrepreneurial learnings with the audience.

STARK COUNTY SAFETY COUNCIL2010 Stark County Safety Council CEO Annual Breakfast

Join us for this annual CEO Breakfast event featuring crisis communications andmedia specialist Bruce Hennes! Our special annual event is one that Safety Council mem-

ber company’s presidents, CEOs or other members of senior management are invited toattend in order to meet requirements of Workers’ Compensation discount plan.

STIR AFTER HOURSSt. Patty’s Day Stir After Hours is summoning some of the luck of the Irish

The Canton Regional Chamber is summoning the spirit of the Irish for March 18’s Stir AfterHours Small Business Networking Series at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course! Enjoy your greenbeer on the putting green for a special St. Patrick’s Day putting competition. Dine on appe-

tizers from Santangelo Catering in Massillon. They’re serving up springtime favorites to keepyour winter blues at bay.

SPRING NETWORK: Learn what it takes to win in the big world of business & cultivate relationships with 100 new contacts

Tired of meeting the same people at the same gatherings with no end in sight? Want tofreshen your sales database and make real connections with new people? Jack Windsor,

founder and president of Windsor consulting group and The MasterMind Groups, willcoach you along on a networking journey through four fast-paced hours of energized activ-

ities, complete with icebreakers and a new way of thinking about business interactions.

Thursday, March 1111:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.Meyer’s Lake Ballroom3218 Parkway St. NWCanton 44708Reservations are required.Cost: $16RSVP by Mar. 8

Thursday, March 185:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tam O’Shanter Golf Course5055 Hills & Dales Rd. NECanton, 44708Cost: $5RSVP by Feb. 16

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Tuesday, March 167 a.m. registration7:30 – 9 a.m. program andbreakfastMeyer’s Lake Ballroom3218 Parkway St. NWCanton, 44708Cost: $20 includes breakfastRSVP by Mar. 10

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IN ORDER TO BETTER ACCOMMODATE GUESTS AT CHAMBER EVENTS, WE ASK THAT THEY BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR EACHEVENT IN ADVANCE. THIS WILL ENSURE THAT WE HAVE ACCURATE COUNTS FOR FOOD SERVICE AND SEATING.

PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE ATWWW.CANTONCHAMBER.ORG

OR CALL (330) 458-2085 March

5First Friday, March 56 – 10 p.m.Downtown CantonFREE!

Friday, March 127 a.m. registration7:30 a.m. programCourtyard by Marriott4375 Metro Cir.North Canton, OHCost: $18 members; $21members less than 48 hoursin advance; $25 non-membersRSVP by Mar. 10

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Friday, March 268 a.m. registration8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. networkingThe Canton Club101 Central Plaza SCanton, 44702Free valet parking availablebeginning at 7:30 a.m.Cost: $25, continental breakfast includedNo Shows will be billed.RSVP by Mar. 19

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