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Two NEW Enshrinement Festival Events Coming to Canton This September For 52 years, the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce have taken great pleasure and pride in hosting the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival each summer. This year, however, football-themed fun doesn’t end with the traditional conclusion of the Festival in August!

Canton, the birthplace of the NFL and home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame – is counting down to the NFL season, and we’re inviting you to join us in a four-day celebration in September!

CANTON KICKOFF CELEBRATION We’re excited to announce the first-ever Canton Kickoff Celebration on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, September 10, 11, and 12 in downtown Canton.

The dates were chosen to coincide with the first game of the NFL season on Thursday night, and to celebrate Canton being the “Hall of Fame City” all yearround, not just during two and a half weeks each summer.

Canton Kickoff Weekend Sept. 10-13

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UTICA SUMMIT III: Earlybird pricing through Aug. 14

INSIDE: Membership Survey............................................ 2 Oil & Gas Column................................................. 3 AultCare Fast Break Breakfast.............................. 4 Stir After Hours................................................... 5 Community Salute Nominations.......................... 5 Enshrinement Festival TV Broadcasts................... 6 Enshrinement Festival Key Chairs......................... 7 Stark County Safety Council Luncheon............... 12 Leadership Spotlight Program........................... 10 Youth Employment Program.............................. 11 Safety Council Luncheon.................................... 12 Safety HR Fair................................................... 12 Funding Partners.............................................. 13 New Members................................................... 17 BizBitz.............................................................. 18 August Calendar................................................ 19

How will the nation use the abundance of energy discovered in the Utica and other U.S. shale plays?

Will it really lead to U.S. energy independence?

How will Utica gas affect transportation, electricity generation, the chemicals and plastics industry?

How will abundance and low prices encourage manufacturing growth?

These are the questions our speakers will answer at Utica Summit, now in its third year. This one-day regional conference gives you insights into the 21st Century energy revolution.

Utica Summit III, presented by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, The Repository, and ShaleDirectories.com, is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at The Conference Center, Kent State University at Stark. (continued on page 4)

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August 2015 - Volume XLVII - No. 8

Membership Survey to Arrive in Your Inbox Soon An important aspect of our Chamber’s five-year strategic plan is to provide greater service and value to you, our members.

William C. Shivers president, Greater Akron/Canton Region, Huntington Bank Chairman Dennis P. Saunier President & CEO Collyn Floyd Editor and Director of Marketing

We are working with Hight Performance Group (HPG) consultants to collect feedback from our members and non-members using an online survey to assess your business challenges, as well as the value of our current programs, services and membership benefits. The feedback we receive will be important in shaping our membership services moving forward.

Please look for a membership survey from HPG to arrive in your inbox soon – as early as August 10. Your response is a critical step in this process. All responses to HPG will be strictly confidential.

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OIL & GAS August Oil and Gas News - Utica Summit III Speakers Utica Summit III, our third and final oil and gas seminar of 2015, will feature a speaker who helped find an Ohio home for an ethane cracker. Jason Hamman, the economic development consultant for Monroe County, will talk about how Monroe attracted Appalachian Resins, a Houston-based company interested in building a $1 billion cracker to convert ethane, an abundant Utica Shale gas, into ethylene and polyethylene, materials that are used in plastics manufacturing.

Utica Summit III will be Oct. 13 at the Conference Center at Kent State University Stark.

Hamman, founder of Hamman Consulting Group, will be able to tell Ohio business leaders about the kinds of business support that such a plant needs and the kinds of businesses that can prosper when such a plant is completed. He will speak about the Appalachian Resins project at the recommendation of Appalachian CEO James Cutler.

Our Utica Summit programs have always included segments focusing on the downstream benefits of the abundant energy being found in the Utica Shale.

For the past two years, we have featured speakers that have talked about the polyethylene market and the likelihood that a cracker would be built in this region.

Hamman for the first time at Utica Summit will represent the interests of a company proposing to build a cracker.

perspectives on the energy market and on the UBS thesis that the United States is still headed toward a future of energy independence, despite the declines in production caused by the 2015 drop in energy prices.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman of the Board - William C. Shivers Huntington Bank Sr. Vice Chairman - Mark Fleiner LG Fuel Cell Systems Vice Chairman - Brian Belden The Belden Brick Company Vice Chairman - Bruce Blaise Kenan Advantage Group

Ms. Decker joined UBS Wealth Management Research as an energy analyst in September 2008. She began her career on Wall Street in 1998 at Bear Stearns, as a sell-side associate analyst covering integrated oils and independent refiners. In her 10 years at Bear Stearns, she became a managing director, with the role of senior equity analyst role and chief oil analyst, responsible for the firm’s macro outlook and oil price forecast. Prior to Bear Stearns, Nicole spent eight years at Texaco Inc. in various capacities.

Vice Chairman - Judith E. Barnes Lancaster Attorney At Law

Treasurer - D. William Allen Pro Football Hall of Fame Immediate Past Chairman - Philip D. Fracassa The Timken Company President & CEO - Dennis P. Saunier Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Interim Corporate Secretary - Brian Belden Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Recording Secretary - Connie R. Cerny Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

She will appear at Utica Summit III through the courtesy of Canton’s UBS Wealth Management office, managed by Eileen Ivan.

Utica Summit III is a co-production of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, Shaledirectories.com and The Repository.

For speaker and earlybird registration information see our cover story.

For more information, or sponsorship opportunities, contact: David Kaminski Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce davidk@cantonchamber.org (330) 458-2059

Another speaker we are excited to invite to Canton is Nicole Decker, Equity Sector Strategist with UBS, the global wealth management firm. She will give the summit’s business audience her

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Emil Alecusan Brewster Cheese

Frank Monaco Four Fifteen Group

Katrina Barton Belden Village Mall

Jim Porter The Repository

David Cemate Mercy Medical Center

Stacy Radabaugh Charter One Bank

R. Eric Dellapina FirstMerit Bank N.A.

Rodney Reasonover Stark County Community Action Agency

Dr. Jay Gershen Northeast Ohio Medical University Michael Graeff Koch Knight, LLC James M. Gresh The Timken Foundation Matthew Hammond Chesapeake Energy

Robert E. Roland Day Ketterer, LTD. Mark J. Samolczyk Stark Community Foundation

Dr. Para Jones Stark State College

Bruce M. Soares Black McCuskey Souers & Arbaugh

Geoff Karcher The Karcher Group

Tracy Stevens Dominion East Ohio

Dr. David A. King Malone University

John M. Tucker Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A.

Bradley R. McKain Marathon Petroleum Company, LP

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UPCOMING EVENTS August AultCare Fast Break Breakfast: How to Work with a Multi-Generational Team Millennials, Gen-Y, Gen-X, Baby Boomers…. how can we all interact effectively in the workplace?

In today’s workplace, the possibility exists that four generations could be interacting with one another.

Each generation could be a co-worker, customer or even just that generation’s mind-set in the corporate culture itself. Every generation has a unique definition of work ethic, methods for accomplishing tasks, teamwork and how to provide good customer service.

Because of these unique perspectives, a sign of respect as offered by one generation may be perceived as an affront to another.

Join Deborah Easton, Communications Skills Coach, as she shares examples of how generational characteristics affect people’s behavioral choices. By understanding the origins of each generation’s mindsets and values, you

can learn strategies for communicating most effectively within your own multigenerational team.

About our speaker: Deborah Easton has been a nationally known Communication Skills Consultant, Trainer and Coach for 33 years. Her training programs offer practical and effective advice for communicating with colleagues, customers or direct reports.

Through humor Deborah provides techniques for one-to-one interactions or group communications and demonstrates practical strategies for handling difficult interactions.

Deborah has a master’s degree in speech communication and taught communication courses (1981 – 1991) in Kent State University’s Department of Communication Studies. She also taught Managerial Skills for 4 years in Kent State’s Graduate School of Management.

She has conducted programs for dozens of businesses and organizations throughout the region.

About the Breakfast: Fast Break attendees have the opportunity to obtain business leads through enjoyable networking activities

UTICA SUMMIT III ...

It will be a forum for high-level conversation about what is possible, now and in the future, all because of the technology that permits horizontal drilling of the shale plays in the United States. The conversation will be led by our speakers, who are energy leaders from across the country.

Utica Summit III is anticipated to host 300 participants from business, government and universities. Attendees who register by August 14 receive an earlybird discounted rate of $225/ticket (normally $275).

at an event that has built a reputation as one of the most energetic lead producing sessions in Stark County.

You’ll hear compelling speakers, meet new business contacts and enjoy a delicious breakfast. And, if you bring a door prize valued at $15 or more, you’ll even star in your very own 30 second commercial to promote your business!

Friday, August 14 7 a.m. Registration 7: 30 a.m. Program Courtyard by Marriott 4375 Metro Cir NW Canton, OH 44720 Member $18 Non-Member $25 RSVP by Wed., August 12 CantonChamber.org

Support the Palace Theatre with a Corporate Membership for your company!

Individual Memberships make great employee gifts too!

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Register online at www.uticacapital. com. Sponsorship opportunities area also available; contact Dave Kaminski at davidk@ cantonchamber.org.

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UPCOMING EVENTS August Stir After Hours: 20th Annual West End Block Party!

We’re celebrating two decades of great food, fun and fab networking at the 20th Annual West End Block Party on August 13! A “Tusc Tradition” for summer networking, you won’t want to miss this West End Block Party anniversaryedition!

Join The Furbay Electric Supply Company at their newly acquired building (just to the west and across from their current building) along with participating businesses including: Classic Car Collision, Ohio Auto Supply Company, Inc., Belden Brick Company, Downtown Ford Lincoln Mercury, and The Klingstedt Brothers Company.

You’ll have a good time (and make great connections!) downtown on August 13.

Guests will have the opportunity to taste the hometown flavors from Kennedy’s

BBQ and Taggarts Ice Cream, water to quench your thirst from Donamarc Water Systems, and music from Thompson Entertainment. Adult beverages will be available a well.

You might just take home some great door prizes from the West End Business Association partners!

This event is FREE but you must register in advance!

Thursday, August 13 5:30 – 7:30 pm Furbay Electric Supply Co. 208 Schroyer Avenue Canton, Ohio 44702 FREE – but RSVPs are required! www.cantonchamber.org

Chamber seeks nominations for the 2015 Community Salute Awards Do you know an outstanding individual, business or organization whose contributions make our community a better place?

Awards of Appreciation honor any or all of the following for outstanding performance that benefits the community:

Each year, the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce recognizes the area’s unsung heroes at the Community Salute Awards by honoring select individuals, corporations, businesses and organizations for outstanding contributions to the greater Canton community.

Corporations, business and organizations: the winner must have enhanced the welfare of Stark County citizens through outstanding success in business or service.

This year’s awards dinner will take place Wednesday, Nov. 4, at The Conference Center, Kent State University at Stark.

Nominations for these awards are due

by Monday, Sept. 7. Chamber members are invited to submit nominees online at www.CantonChamber.org.

Awards are presented in two categories, the Award of Merit and the Award of Appreciation.

The Award of Merit is presented each year to a single individual for continuous civic activities and dedication that goes beyond business or professional responsibilities.

The 2015 Community Salute Awards will begin with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and award presentation at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $50.

Visit www.CantonChamber.org for more information, to nominate outstanding individuals and businesses in our community, or to register.

Individual business professionals: the winner must have demonstrated outstanding performance in his or her profession, which ultimately benefits the community at large.

Individuals in Chamber of Commerce work: the winner must consistently and for an extended period, have demonstrated outstanding performance on the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, producing benefits to the civic or business community.

Individuals in short-term activity: the winner must have initiated and completed a short-term activity resulting in widespread benefits to the community.

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ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Events to be featured on television broadcasts The Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival events are enjoyed by nearly 700,000 people on site, and millions more will be able to enjoy several of the events via television broadcasts.

ENSHRINEES’ GOLD JACKET DINNER For the second year in a row, the Enshrinees’ Gold Jacket Dinner on Thursday, August 6, will be broadcast on the NFL Network. The event name appropriately reflects that the Hall of Fame Gold Jacket will be presented at this event to each member of the Class of 2015 Enshrinees. It is one of three iconic symbols of induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the other two being the bust which is unveiled at the Enshrinement Ceremony and forever showcased at the Hall of Fame, and the ring which is presented individually to each Enshrinee at his home stadium in the ensuing football season.

Tickets for this prestigious event are still available, and guests are being reminded that in order to accommodate the broadcast, the Enshrinees’ Gold Jacket Dinner activities will begin with the cocktail party at 5 p.m., followed by dinner, the introduction of a large number of returning Gold Jackets/Hall of Famers, and the Gold Jacket presentation.

Major components of the event, including the presentation of the Gold Jackets to the Class of 2015 Enshrinees, will be broadcast on NFL Network on Thursday, August 6 from 9 to 10:30 p.m., available on Time Warner channel 346 and 1346 HD, and on Massillon Cable channel 104 and 704 HD. COMMUNITY PARADE Approximately 105 parade units will participate in this year’s Community Parade on Sunday, July 26, in downtown Canton.

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The community-based parade, founded in 1980 as the Junior Parade, offers local and regional groups the opportunity to participate in an exciting, professional event. The parade units will be staged in the Nationwide Insurance Companies parking lot, with units stepping off at 2:30 p.m. from 11th St. N, traveling south on Market Ave. through the downtown area, and disbanding at approximately Second St. S.

Pam Cook and Gary Rivers from NewsTalk 1480 WHBC will team up as cocommentators of the parade from their broadcast booth at the “Market Square” (the former Kresge green space) on Market Ave., between Third and Fourth Streets, North, and Jon Bozeka will handle on-street interviews.

The Community Parade broadcast will be available on Monday, July 27 and Tuesday, July 28 at 8 p.m. on the following: • • • •

WIVM-TV 39.1 and WIVN-TV 29.1 Time Warner cable channel 989 in Stark County Time Warner cable channel 4 in Tuscarawas, Holmes and Carroll Counties Massillon Cable channel 128 in Stark and Wayne Counties

Team from Chicago, and the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile are sure to thrill. Spectators will be energized by the Minnesota Vikings cheerleaders, their “Skol Line” and mascot Viktor.

Reminder: Spectators will be required to show their tickets before being permitted to sit in reserved areas, and this will be strictly enforced.

The TimkenSteel Grand Parade will enjoy a wide television viewing audience on Fox Sports Ohio, on Sunday, August 16 approximately 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (or following the Cincinnati Reds live postgame show), with a re-air scheduled for Monday, August 17 from 10:00 pm to midnight. Fox Sports Ohio is available to almost six million households saturating Ohio and reaching into portions of West Virginia, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania and New York.

The TimkenSteel Grand Parade broadcast will also be available on Saturday, August 22 at 8 p.m. and on Sunday August 23 at 2 p.m. on the following: • • •

TIMKENSTEEL GRAND PARADE The TimkenSteel Grand Parade will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8, beginning at 8 a.m. The first grand parade was held in 1963, and it has become one of the largest of the events celebrating the induction of the newest Class of Enshrinees into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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WIVM-TV 39.1 and WIVN-TV 29.1 Time Warner cable channel 989 in Stark County Time Warner cable channel 4 in Tuscarawas, Holmes and Carroll Counties Massillon Cable channel 128 in Stark and Wayne Counties

For more information, call Erin Adcock at (330) 458-2053, or visit the Enshrinement Festival Web site at www. profootballhofef.com.

This year’s celebration will feature the Class of 2015 Enshrinees and will include a large contingent of returning Gold Jackets/Hall of Famers. Parade spectators will be treated to the sights and sounds of 12 giant helium balloons, 15 marching and military bands, 10 floats, and 20 specialty units, as well as antique vehicles, animal units, and much, much, more. Specialty units like the giant walking flag, The Jesse White Tumbling

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ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Names 2015 Key Committee Chairs Drum Corps International • Canton Kickoff Celebration • Gold Jacket 5K The Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival department of Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce has named the following key committee chairs: Karen Miller, Drum Corps International Competition, Darren Faye, Canton Kickoff Celebration and Fireworks; and Cathy Wyatt, Gold Jacket 5K National Championship.

Miller, owner/ principal of KMD Associates, was born in Coshocton, Ohio, and is a graduate of Dover High School and Kent State University.

She has served on the Drum Corps committee for four years, with this her first as chairman.

She is married to Tom Dillie and has one son.

Drum Corps tickets are available via ProFootballHOFEF.com/tickets or by calling 317.275.1212.

The 2015 DCI Tour of Champions, presented by the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival and Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps will be held on Monday, August 3rd at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium in Massillon, just one week away from the international championships in Indianapolis.

The Tour of Champions event series consists of exciting live entertainment featuring the following top world class corps: Bluecoats (Canton, OH); Blue Knights (Denver, CO); Carolina Crown (Ft. Mill, SC); Phantom Regiment (Rockford, IL); Santa Clara Vanguard (Santa Clara, CA); The Cadets (Allentown, PA); and The Cavaliers (Rosemont, IL).Spectators will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the drum corps experience with exclusive fan-member interaction, pre-show and intermission entertainment and more!

Faye is a Canton native who graduated from GlenOak High School, University of Akron, and University of Phoenix. Vice President of Leonard Insurance Services, he was a member of the former Ribs Burnoff committee for 16 years and also served on the Balloon Classic committee for two years. He is currently chairman of Leadership Stark County, director of Catholic Charities serving Portage and Stark Counties, and director of Associated Risk Managers of Ohio. He and wife Andrea are the proud parents of five children.

This year, in an effort to celebrate being the Hall of Fame City all year-round, the Enshrinement Festival has bid a fond farewell to several traditional events, including the Ribs Burnoff and the Concert and Fireworks, and is transitioning to some new and exciting events, one of which is the Canton Kickoff Celebration. It will occur in downtown Canton and will debut on Thursday, September 10 which marks the first NFL game of the season. The footballthemed event will continue on Friday, September 11, and will conclude on Saturday, September 12 with a fireworks display. Amy Kinsinger will assist Faye as committee vice chairman, and the fireworks sub-committee is chaired by veteran Enshrinement Festival volunteer Jeff Burner.

Jim Chaney and the Hall of Fame Marathon team.

Wyatt is a graduate of Lake High School and attended Kent State University.

She is owner/ operator of two Carpe Diem Coffee Shops and is President of the Palace Theatre Board. A Leadership Stark County graduate, she serves on the Stark Community Services Women’s Impact Board and the Canton Development Partnership Board of Architectural Review. She was a member of the Pigskin Run committee for six years. She and husband Patrick have one daughter and one son.

The Gold Jacket 5K is a series that began in Canton in April, then in the ensuing months a 5K is occurring in seven NFL cities, with all of the winners coming to Canton to compete in the national championship on September 13. Next year, the race will expand to 16 NFL cities, with the goal of holding a race in all 32 NFL cities in 2017, each year culminating with the national championships right here in Canton! Check out the details at www.goldjacket5K.com.

Another change this year is the transition from the former Pigskin Run (2-Mile an 5-Mile Races) to the Gold Jacket 5K National Championship which will also be held in downtown Canton on Sunday, September 13. The event is a newly formed partnership between the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Marathon, and the committee is chaired by Cathy Wyatt, with assistance from vice chair, Susan Bodnar, and close collaboration with

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ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL New Festival Events ...

The three-day event will be football-themed, have plenty of food, cold beverages and live music for people to enjoy, and will conclude on Saturday night with an awesome fireworks display. It’s truly fun for the whole family!

At the event, enjoy small plates from your favorite area restaurants at “Taste of the Hall of Fame City” located along Market Avenue. Or if burgers and brats are more your style, the EMP End Zone Tailgate Lot (Cleveland Ave., between 3rd and 4th Streets) will feature more casual fare.

Lots more to come….stay tuned for details at ProFootballHOFEF.com.

GOLD JACKET 5K NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP On Sunday, September 13, the fun continues in downtown Canton with the Gold Jacket 5K National Championship. The Gold Jacket 5K is a series that began in Canton in April, then in the ensuing months a 5K is traveling to seven NFL cities, with all of the winners

coming to Canton to compete in the national championship on September 13.

The event will celebrate excellence by offering participants a unique fan experience.

Participation is open to the public and not just limited to previous winners, and all can walk, jog, run, or compete at this family friendly 5K, and meet and receive a high-five from one of our Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jackets (Hall of Famer). Every finisher will receive a one of a kind, huge ring medal as they cross the finish line!

Check out the details at GoldJacket5k.com.

We’ll have plenty more to share on both events in coming weeks, but do mark your calendars to come downtown for the inaugural Canton Kickoff Celebration and Gold Jacket 5K National Championship in September! And if you’re interested in some great sponsorship and promotional opportunities, call Chris Gumpp at 330.458.2055.

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The Spotlight program is designed for dynamic young professionals (age 25-34) interested in their community. Spotlight offers six sessions that provide personal and professional leadership development along with networking and engaging community service projects. The next Spotlight for Young Professionals program begins on September 28 and applications are available now on our website.

In the Spotlight Stark County program you will: • Strengthen your leadership effectiveness using the Gallup • StrengthsFinder profile • Be introduced to key issues, leaders, & places shaping our community • Tour non-profits and participate in a community service project.

• Engage with other YPs in networking sessions at area cafés and bistros The sessions run from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and are held every other week, September 28 through December 8.

Tuition for Spotlight Stark County is $495.

Tuition assistance is available for candidates from non-profit organizations.

Employer support is required for participation. Companies may sponsor a cohort of up to 10 employees from their organization

Come to the Young Professionals Breakfast Briefing on August 12 The Young Professionals Breakfast Briefing will include an overview of programs offered by Leadership Stark County as well as application information and curriculum details of the Spotlight for Young Professionals course.

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Y OUTH EMPLO YMENT PROGRAM Juvenile Court Youth Employment Program Want to help a troubled youth become a working, taxpaying citizen? Consider this.

Through the Stark County Juvenile Court Apprenticeship Program, youths who have come before the court have a chance to learn job skills, and maybe a paying job.

A job is a great alternative to behavior that can get kids in trouble.

Our Canton Regional Chamber members told us we needed to be deeply involved in workforce development. To us, that means helping to develop the workforce in conventional and unconventional ways.

If you know a kid who deserves a chance, or if you yourself once needed someone to give you a chance, you might be able to help the program and its kids.

For more information on the Stark County Family Court Apprenticeship Program, contact:

Here’s how it works: Court-qualified kids would get the opportunity to work an eight-week apprenticeship at your business at no expense to you.

That is why we are telling you about this Juvenile Court job-skills program.

Rick Senften Juvenile Court Work Connections caseworker (330) 451-7408 (330) 232-4551 (cell) rdsenften@starkcountyohio.gov

You would agree to provide training and a weekly critique, which you would share with the youth and his or her job coach from the Juvenile Court.

At the end of eight weeks, you would be asked to offer the youth a job or a letter of reference.

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SAFET Y COUNCIL Stark County Safety Council Monthly Luncheon: Communicable Disease Prevention in the Workplace Featuring: Sherry A. Smith, MS BSN RN, Director of Nursing Services for Stark County Health Department; Julia Wagner, MPH, Epidemiologist for the Stark County Health Department Infection control is important in the workplace, as there are specific diseases that can spread easily in our workplaces if controls are not in place. The presentation will discuss ways to protect your own health as well as the health of those around you. Humans are susceptible to a wide range of diseases that can be contracted from other people, insects, animals, and from the environment.

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At this month’s luncheon, the presentation will also highlight common communicable diseases in the workplace and describe the risk of contagion of those diseases. Methods to limit risk of transmission of those diseases will also be discussed.

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Thursday, August 13 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Meyers Lake Ballroom 3218 Parkway St NW Canton, OH Cost: $16 (includes lunch) RSVP by Monday, August 10 StarkCountySafetyCouncil.org

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

Akron Beacon Journal/ Ohio.com (NEWSPAPERS) Bill Knutti 44 E. Exchange St. Akron, OH 44309 (330) 996-3291 www.ohio.com Arrowhead Vintage & Handmade Goods (ANTIQUES - VINTAGE - COLLECTIBLES) David Sherrill 340 - 4th St. NW Canton, OH 44702 (817) 805-1097 Bowties & Lace Events (EVENT PLANNING) Michelle Larson 1124 Easton St. N.E. Canton, OH 44721 (330) 267-8526 www.facebook.com/ bowtieslaceweddingevents

Iron Eagle Enterprises, LLC (INDUSTRIAL HYDRO CLEANING OIL & GAS TRUCKING & HYDRO CLEANING STORAGE TANK RENTAL MIDSTREAM SUPPORT SERVICES) Susan Faith 4991 Belmont Ave. Youngstown, OH 44505 (330) 759-2760 www.ironeagleent.com KC Custom T’s (TSHIRTS - CUSTOM DESIGN & LOGO) Jared Scott 230 6th St. NE Canton, OH 44702 (330) 456-3432 Kinder Morgan (ENERGY - INFRASTRUCTURE) Allen Fore 605 Westlake Dr. Ashland, OH 44805 (419) 496-0780 www.KinderMorgan.com

Charis Holdings, LLC (BUSINESS CONSULTING) Michael Wheeler 4883 Dressler Rd. NW, Suite 103 Canton, OH 44718 (330) 536-7453 www.CharisHoldings.com

Lindsay Precast (CONCRETE - PRECAST) Bill Wilhelm 6845 Erie Ave. Canal Fulton, OH 44614 (330) 854-4511 www.lindsayprecast.com

The Factory of Terror (HAUNTED ATTRACTION) John Eslich 4125 Mahoning Rd. NE Canton, OH 44705 (330) 455-3327 www.fotohio.com

Marco’s Pizza - 30th St. (PIZZA) Joe Rynearson 1134 30th St. NW Canton, OH 44709 (330) 492-3000

Grodhaus Entertainment (ENTERTAINMENT - MURDER MYSTERIES) Bruce Wayne Grodhaus 4200 Tannybrooke Lane NW Canton, OH 44718 (330) 933-8526

Marques Albert Harris LLC (RESTAURANTS) Marcus Harris 111 Cleveland Ave. SW Canton, OH 44702 (330) 313-1030 www.marquesdowntown.com

Guttman Energy, Inc. (FUEL PROVIDER) David S. Robinson 200 Speers St. Belle Vernon, PA 15012 (724) 483-3533 www.guttmanenergy.com

National 1 Energy, LLC (ENERGY BROKER) Richard Alkire 520 S. Main St. #2443B Akron, OH 44311 (330) 807-9923 www.national1energy.com

Patibandla Dental (DENTISTS) Tammy Christopher 2223 Fulton Rd. NW #101 Canton, OH 44709 (330) 452-0695 www.patibandladental.com Pilot Travel Centers (TRAVEL PLAZAS) Jamie Jackson 2320 Faircrest St. SW Canton, OH 44706 (330) 484-3965 www.pilotflyingj.com Premier Power Solutions (ENERGY CONSULTANTS) Ryan E. Foster 3370 Hadrian Cir. NW Canton, OH 44708 (330) 316-0344 www.premierpowersolutions.com Smith’s Waco Market (GROCERS - RETAIL) Bill Smith 1660 Waynesburg Dr. SE Canton, OH 44707 (330) 453-6932 Stark County Fairgrounds Stark County Agricultural Society (FAIRGROUNDS) Cheryl Lumpp/Christy Williams 305 Wertz Ave. NW Canton, OH 44708 (330) 452-0621 www.starkcountyfair.com

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BIZ BITZ Walsh University has appointed Aron Kitzmiller as director of marketing effective August 3, 2015. Kitzmiller brings more than 10 years of marketing experience to this position including leadership roles in the development and implementation of strategic marketing campaigns, communications plans and advertising initiatives. He has held previous jobs throughout the Canton area as well as participates in productive community activities. Reporting to the vice president of marketing and communications, Kitzmiller will be responsible for the planning, execution, tracking and analysis of University-wide marketing strategies, including the coordination of all advertising for Walsh’s schools, divisions and community programs.

On Friday, August 7, amid a big band fanfare and notable NFL guests, Colorado artist Gail Folwell will unveil her sculpture, The NFL Draft (1936), on the corner of Cleveland Avenue NW and 4th Street NW in downtown Canton. Folwell is an artist and athlete known for her large-scale contemporary bronze sports figures in expressive, physically active poses. Her style is abstract. “I was drawn to The NFL Draft, 1936 (moment) because it demonstrated the collaboration between the business and the art of football,” said Folwell. “For this reason, I was compelled to conceptually portray the team owner in a suit as the center on the team, building the roster of players around him.” Folwell channels her own intense energy through a very intricate process called lost-wax casting in which a duplicate metal sculpture is cast from an original and then personally hand-crafted into a clay model.

She estimates that the original model took approximately 200 hours to create, with the finished work taking six months to finish. The public is welcome to attend the free unveiling event, but reservations are requested at www.artsinstark.com/eleven or 330-453-1075.

Money Magazine released what it has determined to be the definitive list of our nation’s colleges and universities that deliver the best value, with Malone University ranked among the top – and one of only two Stark County universities to appear on the list. Of the 736 universities named a best value, Malone is ranked #399. Money Magazine examined a number of factors within three major categories – quality of education, affordability, and outcomes in the form of alumni earnings. “This is an extraordinary third-party endorsement of the value provided by a Malone University education,” said Malone President David King. “The methodology used by Money takes into account how students are transformed during their four years in college and where they are launched based on their curricular and co-curricular experiences. Our graduates find employment in their area of interest and quickly find themselves in leadership roles.”

Day Ketterer is excited to announce it has established a new office in downtown Akron with the addition of Brunsdon Law, an affiliate of Day Ketterer Ltd. The new office, located in downtown Akron at Canal Place, 520 South Main, is the firm’s fifth location, adding to existing locations in Canton, Hudson, Toledo, and Youngstown.

Terri Brunsdon, together with attorney Ashley Raimondo, have joined Day Ketterer in the practice of law and will provide sophisticated tax advice to the firm’s clients.

The Northeast Ohio Medical University and Stark State College signed a formal agreement Wednesday, July 22, to collaborate in several ways, creating seamless pathways for students to successfully complete an associate’s

degree at the College, leverage existing NEOMED-affiliated pipeline programs and transition to health professions degree programs at the University.

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration recently granted the Navarre, Ohio, Peoples Cartage, Inc. location membership into the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). Peoples Cartage, Inc. consists of 162,000 square feet and offers racked, as well as floor storage. The facility provides food-grade storage areas, repacking services and an on-site fleet of dry bulk and dry van equipment. The duration of the membership lasts until May 14, 2017.

Small house-shaped coin boxes have appeared in area businesses and organizations offering everyone a way to pitch in to help provide free groceries to the one in six county residents struggling to put food on the table. Residents are asked to look for the Hunger at Home Campaign donation boxes, provided as an easy, convenient way to share their change or make a donation to help their neighbors confronting a hunger crisis. “We rely on the generosity of our neighbors including individuals, corporations, businesses, civic groups, churches and foundations to support our mission of alleviating hunger at home – in Stark County,” said Amy Weisbrod, Stark County Hunger Task Force executive director.

Have business news you’d like to share via Biz Bitz? Send your news release to Collyn Floyd, director of marketing, at collynf@cantonchamber.org.

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Drum Corps International Competition Tour of Champions www.ProFootballHOFEF.com/tickets The Tour of Champions event series is an exciting live entertainment format featuring top World Class corps. Spectators will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the drum corps experience with exclusive fan-member interaction, pre-show and intermission entertainment and more!

Monday, August 3 7: 30 pm Paul Brown Tiger Stadium Massillon, OH

Enshrinees’ Gold Jacket Dinner www.ProFootballHOFEF.com/tickets More than 4,000 guests experience an extraordinary evening of cocktails, dinner, and football fantasy as a large contingent of returning Hall of Famers, NFL team owners and sports celebrities come together to honor the Class of 2015 Enshrinees.

Thursday, August 6 5:00 p.m.

Memorial Civic Center and Cultural Center Canton, OH

Fashion Show Luncheon www.ProFootballHOFEF.com/tickets This fabulous luncheon and high energy show is arguably the largest and finest fashion show in Ohio! State-of-the-art sound, lighting, and video combine to showcase the season’s hottest male and female fashions, coupled with exciting musical entertainment this year from Ashley Spencer!

Friday, August 7 11:30 a.m.

Memorial Civic Center and Cultural Center Canton, OH

First Friday: In the Zone www.cantonartsdistrict.com First Friday is a monthly party in the downtown Canton Arts District featuring themed music, performance and visual arts events. Rain or shine, year ‘round.

First Friday, August 7 6 to 10 pm Downtown Canton Arts District Free event!

TimkenSteel Grand Parade www.ProFootballHOFEF.com/tickets Giant helium balloons, fabulous floats, marching bands, antique vehicles, specialty units, and of course, the Hall of Fame legends are cheered by nearly 200,000 spectators along the 2.2 mile route.

Saturday, August 8 8:00 a.m.

Downtown Canton

Enshrinees GameDay Roundtable www.ProFootballHOFEF.com/tickets Talk about a football fan’s fantasy! A large crowd enjoys lunch followed by a center-stage roundtable presentation featuring the Class of 2015. It’s an up-close, unscripted event where Hall of Famers share stories and memories of their careers.

Spotlight Program Breakfast www.leadershipstarkcounty.org Learn more about our spotlight program, for dynamic young professionals (25-34) interested in their community.

Sunday, August 9 12:30 p.m.

Memorial Civic Center and Cultural Center Canton, OH

Wednesday, August 12 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Canton, OH FREE

Stark County Safety Council Monthly Luncheon www.starkcountysafetycouncil.org August Topic: Communicable Disease Prevention in the Workplace Featuring: Sherry A. Smith, MS BSN RN, Director of Nursing Services for Stark County Health Department, Julia Wagner, MPH, Epidemiologist for the Stark County Health Department

Thursday, August 13 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Meyer’s Lake Ballroom $16 per person

Stir After Hours Presented by Farmers National Bank www.cantonchamber.org We’re celebrating two decades of great food, fun and fab networking at the 20th Annual West End Block Party on August 13! A “Tusc Tradition” for summer networking, you won’t want to miss this West End Block Party anniversary-edition!

Thursday, August 13 5:30 – 7:30 pm Furbay Electric Supply Company 208 Schroyer Avenue Canton, Ohio 44702 FREE – but RSVPs are required!

August AultCare Fast Break Breakfast www.cantonchamber.org Solving Generational Differences in the Workplace with Deborah Easton, communication skills coach.

Friday, August 14 7:00 am registration 7:30 am program Courtyard by Marriott in North Canton $18 members, $25 non-members

Canton Farmers Market www.cantonfarmersmarket.com Every Saturday through October 17, enjoy local produce, flowers, herbs, meats, cheeses, breads, and more!

Every Saturday Morning 8:00 – 11:30 am Timken High School Administrative Building Parking Lot (4th St. NW and McKinley Ave. NW)

COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER: Canton Kickoff Celebration Gold Jacket 5K National Championship

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Work-related accidents happen 24-hours a day. Injured employees need specialized, experienced attention to minimize injuries, speed recovery and return to work. Work Health & Safety Services (WHSS) is open 24/7 through its affiliation with Mercy Medical Center.

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