ACTION Newsletter September 2016

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Canton Regional Chamber and JacksonBelden Chamber MERGER APPROVED! On August 16, our membership overwhelmingly voted YES on a merger between the Canton Regional and Jackson-Belden Chambers, and we thank you! We have now signed an agreement with the JacksonBelden Chamber of Commerce whereby the Jackson-Belden Chamber will be merged into the Canton Regional Chamber, with the Canton Regional Chamber being the sole entity. The merger has been approved by both organization’s Boards of Directors and memberships.

The Canton Regional Chamber will now serve approximately 2,100 members in the region, making it the sixth largest metro chamber in Ohio based on total membership behind Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton and Youngstown.

The merger will enhance the combined organization’s presence in the region, including expanded economic development efforts; strengthened membership services, benefits and programming; increased small business networking, mentoring and growth opportunities; and an overall broader impact on businesses and the larger community.

All present staff of the Canton Regional Chamber will be retained and will be augmented by select individuals from the Jackson-Belden Chamber. Dennis P. Saunier will remain as President and CEO, and Steven M. Meeks, formerly President of the JacksonBelden Chamber, will serve as Chief Operating Officer. (continued on page 13)

The Canton Regional Chamber will continue to be headquartered at its current location, as well as maintain a satellite office in Jackson Township. Members should see no interruption of service, benefits or programming.

Canton Kickoff Weekend Downtown Sept. 8-10 The Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival fun continues with two events in downtown Canton this month!

INSIDE: Utica Summit IV.................................................. 2 Oil and Gas News................................................. 3 Community Salute Seeks Nominations................. 4 AultCare Fast Break Breakfast.............................. 5 MAGNET Event for Manufacturers........................ 5 Enshrinement Festival Winners............................ 6 Enshrinement Festival Thank You......................... 7 Leadership Stark County 30th Signature Class...... 8 Leadership Stark County Kicks Off 30th Year......... 9 Leadership Stark County Encounter Bus Tour...... 10 ystark! PerplexCity............................................ 10 ystark! & LSC Wellspring UnSpeaker Series......... 12 Safety, Health & HR Fair.................................... 14 Funding Partners.............................................. 15 New Members................................................... 17 BizBitz.............................................................. 18 September Calendar.......................................... 19

CANTON KICKOFF CELEBRATION THU-FRI-SAT, SEPT. 8, 9, and 10 “Canton’s Ultimate Kickoff Party” coincides with the first game of the NFL season on Thursday night! Enjoy football-themed family fun, including fantastic food, beverages, activities and live music from 11:00 am to 10:30 pm daily.

It’s all happening downtown in and around Market Square. Foodies will enjoy delicious selections from local restaurants and area vendors, as well as domestic/ craft beers and wines. Kids will have plenty of fun, too, including hair spray paint, braiding, an inflatable (all three days), and the chance to perform the Pro Football Hall of Fame Mini-Combine! (continued on page 13)

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OIL & GAS September 2016 - Volume XLVIII - No. 9

Brian Belden Director of Sales Belden Brick Chairman Dennis P. Saunier President & CEO Steven M. Meeks COO Collyn Floyd Editor and Director of Marketing Denise Burton Director of Membership & Sales Advertising Sales / Action 330.458.2067

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Utica Summit IV to Focus on Sustainable Benefits of Utica Energy How does natural gas become a plastic product for use at home or work? Gas molecule can be reconfigured to become a raw material for manufacturing. Business leaders will hear about the plastics manufacturing supply chain at Utica Summit IV on Oct. 11 at Embassy Suites

by Hilton at Akron-Canton Airport (7883 Freedom Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720).

Utica Summit IV, produced by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, Shale Directories and The Canton Repository, will conclude the Chamber’s fifth year of explaining the Utica Shale to regional business representatives who attend.

The path for converting gas to plastic passes through an ethane cracker, like the one Shell Chemicals will build in Beaver County, Pa. Speaking about their businesses and their enthusiasm for Utica energy will be: Joe C. Eddy, president and CEO of Eagle Manufacturing, Wellsburg, W.Va., whose product line includes high-density polyethylene products for industrial safety and materials handling.

Stan Glover, sales manager with Zeiger Industries of Canton Ohio, which makes tools for plastic production that are sold around the world. Stan also is a director at SPI, the plastics industry trade group.

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Tom Gellrich of TopLine Analytics of Philadelphia, an analyst and consultant in the ethane market. Ethane is the Utica gas that can be converted into polyethylene at an ethane cracker.

Other topics to be covered at the one-day conference include: • The pipeline infrastructure buildout needed to serve the ethane crackers, presented by David LeDonne, vice president of operations, Utica and

Appalachia, for MarkWest Energy Partners L.P. • The growing importance of liquefied natural gas exporting and importing, presented by Charlie Riedl, executive director of the Center for Liquefied Natural Gas in Washington, D.C. • Progress on the region’s gas-fired electric power plants, presented by Zac Gordon, project manager for South Field Energy, a generator project being developed in Columbiana County by Advanced Power Services.

• A panel on workforce recruitment and preparation for downstream energy projects. Participants will include Dave Kirven, president of the East Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, and Dan Murphy, director of the R.G. Drage Career Technical Center in Massillon, Ohio.

• The state of the energy and manufacturing economy in the region, presented by Guhan Venkatu, vice president and regional branch executive for the Pittsburgh Branch of the Fourth District Federal Reserve.

Cost to attend is $275. The event begins with registration at 7:30 am and concludes at 2:30 pm, with a continental breakfast and lunch provided. For more program developments, registration and sponsorship opportunities, go to www. uticasummit.com.

Questions regarding Utica Summit IV may be directed to David Kaminski, vice president of public policy and energy for the Canton Regional Chamber, at 330.458.2059 or davidk@ cantonchamber.org.

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Oil and Gas News | September 2016 For the latest on downstream uses of Utica energy, you will want to be at our fourth annual Utica Summit, Oct. 11 at Embassy Suites by Hilton, Akron-Canton Airport. One focus of the program will be plastics manufacturing. We invite you to visit www.uticasummit.com for program details, registration and sponsorship opportunities.

Here is a review of recent oil and gas news that you might appreciate.

CHK leads the way. Despite its diminished public profile, Chesapeake Energy still was the U.S. leader for production of shale oil and shale gas in 2015 with the equivalent of 607,000 barrels per day, according to Wood MacKenzie, as reported in the Wall Street Journal. Wood MacKenzie upstream analyst Maria Cortez spoke in Canton this spring at our Utica Upstream business seminar.

Pushing back. Ohio and 11 other states joined West Virginia’s lead in suing the Obama administration over U.S. EPA’s new rules for methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. The lawsuit argues that the new rules are unnecessary and would add burdensome costs for oil and gas producers. “This is yet another example of unlawful federal overreach jeopardizing West Virginia jobs and working families,” said West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey. “The rules are a solution in search of a problem and ignore the industry’s success in voluntarily reducing methane emissions from these sources to a 30-year low.”

Pipelines and U.S. energy needs.

Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), a

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman of the Board - Brian Belden The Belden Brick Company

consumer advocacy organization made up of more than 400,000 members that include consumers, farmers, manufacturers, labor groups, along with conventional and renewable energy providers across America, is launching its national Pipelines for America campaign. The campaign will focus on educating homeowners, small businesses and elected officials about the critical importance of meeting our energy needs through U.S. energy infrastructure, and how more is needed to ensure stable electricity costs and fuel prices, and improve environmental protection. See more at: www.pipeline. consumerenergyalliance.org.

Sr. Vice Chairman - Judith E. Barnes Lancaster Attorney At Law Vice Chairman - Joe Feltes Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLP Vice Chairman - Todd Hawke GDK & Co Vice Chairman - Rick McQueen Akron-Canton Airport Vice Chairman - Jim Porter The Repository Treasurer - D. William Allen Pro Football Hall of Fame Immediate Past Chairman - William C. Shivers Huntington National Bank President & CEO - Dennis P. Saunier Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce COO - Steven M. Meeks Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

OSU goes for CNG. Despite the reduction of enthusiasm for compressed natural gas vehicles due to the decline in price for its main energy competitor, diesel fuel, Ohio State University recently announced construction of a CNG fueling station for its campus buses. It is the first Ohio public university to take this step.

Abundance brings savings. According to the Associated Press, West Virginia officials expect lower gas utility bills for two-thirds of West Virginia residents. Eight of 12 natural gas utilities in the state have requested to lower the purchased gas part of their rates. Mountaineer Gas Company, the state’s largest gas utility, has asked for a 6.55 percent decrease. Typical users of an average amount of gas will see their monthly bills drop by $2.21.

Recording Secretary - Connie R. Cerny Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Emil Alecusan Brewster Cheese

Frank Monaco Four Fifteen Group

Katrina Barton Belden Village Mall

Lucia M. Pileggi KeyBank

Greg Brokaw Consumers National Bank, Jackson-Belden Office

Steven O. Pittman Bruner Cox LLP

David Kaminski Vice President for Public Policy and Energy davidk@cantonchamber.org (330) 458-2059

David Cemate Mercy Medical Center Ajay Das The Timken Company R. Eric Dellapina FirstMerit Bank N.A. William F. Downey Kenan Advantage Group Chris DiLoretto Jackson Local Schools

Alan Rodriguez Jülz by Alan Rodriguez and Rodriguez’s House of Stones Robert E. Roland Day Ketterer, LTD. Denise A. Seachrist Kent State University at Stark

Mike Gallina AultCare Health Network

Bruce M. Soares Black McCuskey Souers & Arbaugh

Dr. Jay Gershen Northeast Ohio Medical University

Amanda Sterling TimkenSteel

Michael Graeff

Tracy Stevens Dominion East Ohio

Dr. Para Jones Stark State College Geoff Karcher The Karcher Group Dr. David A. King Malone University Bradley R. McKain Marathon Petroleum Company, LP Michael Moore FedEx Custom Critical

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John M. Tucker Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A. Brandon Wehl Portage Electric Products Inc. Mark Wright Aultman Health Foundation

UPCOMING EVENTS Nominate Outstanding Community Stewards by Sept. 12 Outstanding civic volunteerism and community service will be recognized during the Chamber’s annual Community Salute Awards dinner on Nov. 9 at The Conference Center at Kent State University at Stark.

The community is encouraged to attend the dinner in order to recognize exceptional community stewards – individuals, businesses and organizations who will be honored with the Award of Merit and the Award of Appreciation.

Nominations for this award are due by Monday, Sept. 12, and can be submitted online at www.CantonChamber.org.

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

Award of Merit is awarded to a single individual for continuous civic activities

and dedication that goes beyond business or professional responsibilities.

Awards of Appreciation honor any or all of the following for outstanding performance that benefits the community: • Corporations, business and organizations: the winner must have enhanced the welfare of Stark County citizens through outstanding success in business or service.

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

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.

For sponsorship opportunities please call Chris Gumpp at (330) 458-2055.

The 2016 Community Salute Awards on Wednesday, Nov. 9 will begin with a social hour at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner and award presentation at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $55.

• Individuals in Chamber of Commerce work: the winner must consistently and for an extended period, have demonstrated

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UPCOMING EVENTS September AultCare Fast Break Breakfast:

Featuring George Sleigh, World Trade Center Attack Survivor Join us for the September AultCare Fast Break Breakfast when 911 World Trade Center attack survivor, George Sleigh, shares his stories of survival of two attacks on the World Trade Center.

On September 11, 2001, Sleigh and eleven co-workers were in the only occupied office on the 91st floor of the North Tower. He noticed a low flying plane passing the Empire State Building and headed his way.

That plane would hit just a few floors above his office.

Eight years earlier, Sleigh was in his office on the 101st floor when it was attacked with a truck bomb. He and his co-workers would go up to the observation deck before climbing down 106 stories to safety.

You won’t want to miss this enthralling speaker’s stories of survival and faith. This event will be a sell-out, so register early.

Friday, Sept. 9 7:00 am registration 7:30 am breakfast and program Courtyard by Marriott 4375 Metro Circle in North Canton Cost: $18 members $25 non-members RSVP by Sept. 7 at CantonChamber.org ABOUT THE BREAKFAST: Fast Break attendees have the opportunity to obtain business leads through enjoyable networking activities 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!

MAGNET Event for Manufacturers: Managing Global Political Risks Created by MAGNET (a Chamber Partner) and the University of Akron, [M]anufacturing Matters: Trend Lines vs. Headlines is an event series focused on major topics and trends that influence manufacturers and manufacturing markets in Northeast Ohio.

Learn more and discuss manufacturing’s relationship to the impact of currencies, energy security, violence and terrorism, political organizations, and the future of globalization. Manufacturers only –

service providers and non-manufacturers are prohibited from attending this session.

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Robert Schmidt (Senior Growth & Innovation Advisor, MAGNET)

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Andrew R. Thomas (Associate Professor of Marketing and International Business, University of Akron)

Thursday, Sept. 22 8:00 - 10:00 am Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Free, but reservations are required Register at ManufacturingSuccess.com

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ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL Winners Celebrated During 2016 Enshrinement Festival The 2016 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival recently celebrated 53 years of excellence with a wide variety of unique and diverse events for the enjoyment of nearly 700,000 people.

The festivities were indeed a celebration of excellence, and the following were winners in various competitions and categories: THE CANTON REPOSITORY GRAND PARADE This year’s celebration along the 2.2 mile Canton Repository Grand Parade route featured the Class of 2016 Enshrinees and included a large contingent of returning Gold Jackets/Hall of Famers. Parade spectators were treated to the sights and sounds of 13 giant helium balloons, 20 marching bands, 12 floats, and 23 specialty units, as well as antique vehicles, animal units, and much, much, more.

Specialty units like the giant walking flag, The South Shore Drill Team from Chicago, and the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile were crowd favorites, as were the Indianapolis Colts cheerleaders and Green Bay Packers TundraLine.

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MAYOR’S AWARD – Best display of animation Todd T. Taylor, Let Freedom Ring Sponsored by: St. Joseph Federal Credit Union

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HOF BOARD OF TRUSTEES’ AWARD – Most original concept Louisville Constitution Day Queen and Court Sponsored by: Louisville Chamber of Commerce

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NFL AWARD – Best use of flowers or natural covering Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Queen and Court Sponsored by: Malone University

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JANICE C. MEYER AWARD – Best display of enthusiasm Safety, Health, and Wellness Sponsored by: Stark County Safety Council

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EXCEPTIONAL MERIT AWARD – For exceptional merit Truth, Scholarship, Excellence, St. Thomas Aquinas High School Sponsored by: Ample Storage

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EXCEPTIONAL MERIT AWARD – For exceptional merit Sam’s Club Gives Back Sponsored by: Sam’s Club

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EXCEPTIONAL MERIT AWARD – For exceptional merit M3 Money Club Sponsored by: CSE Federal Credit Union

Prizes were awarded to the following float entries: •

GRAND PRIZE – Best overall entry in the parade Local 540 Union Sponsored by: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

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BUILDERS’ AWARD – Best professional builder entry The 12th Man Float, Sponsored by: Akron Auto Auction

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OHIO STATE AWARD – Best non-professional builder entry Newcomer’s Chapel Veterans Float Sponsored by: Newcomer’s Chapel United Methodist Church

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ENSHRINEES’ AWARD – Most effective use of color harmony Monopoly Millionaires’ Club Sponsored by: Ohio Lottery Commission

In the The Canton Repository Grand Parade “Battle of the Bands” competition, first place was awarded to the GlenOak Golden Eagle Marching Band under the direction of Chris Irwin. For its efforts, the band received a $500 gift certificate from Pellegrino Music & Lesson Center.

Massillon Tiger Swing Band received second place honors, and North Canton Hoover High School Band placed third in the competition. Each also will receive Pellegrino’s gift certificates valued at $300 and $200, respectively.

participating in the parade. Performances are evaluated on tone, intonation, ensemble execution and musical content by three judges with extensive marching band experience, and who are not directly associated with any participating marching band.

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION – TOUR OF CHAMPIONS The Tour of Champions event series consists of exciting live entertainment featuring the following top world class corps. Spectators at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium on August 8th had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the drum corps experience with exclusive fan-member interaction, pre-show and intermission entertainment and more!

The corps were at their peak performance levels just days before the world championships, and final scores were as follows: 1st place: Bluecoats (Canton, OH), 94.950 2nd place: Carolina Crown (Ft. Mill, SC), 94.800 3rd place: The Cadets (Allentown, PA), 91.800 4th place: Santa Clara Vanguard (Santa Clara, CA), 91.775 5th place: The Cavaliers (Rosemont, IL), 90.250 6th place: Blue Knights (Denver, Co), 87.850 7th place: Madison Scouts (Madison, WI), 84.500 8th place: Phantom Regiment (Rockford, IL), 0.000 Just five days later on August 13th, after 44 years of operation, the 2016 Bluecoats were crowned Drum Corps International World Champion at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana! With a score of 97.650, the corps walked away with its first-ever gold medal, in its final competition of the season. “Down Side Up” was a program that will forever change the Bluecoats organization, and the entire drum corps activity.

The Battle of the Bands, an integral part of the The Canton Repository Grand Parade, is open to any high school band

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LEADERSHIP STARK COUNT Y Leadership Stark County Announces 30th Signature Program Class Leadership Stark County is pleased to announce that 40 community leaders will participate in the Signature Program 30th Class. Selected from an exceptionally competitive field, these are seasoned and emerging leaders dedicated to growing their community trusteeship.

The 10-month program is designed to foster community engagement and develop leadership skills including strategic agility, collaboration, innovation & technology, relationship building, effective communication, and service to others, as the class members explore Stark County’s current issues, assets, and resources. With this training, they will have a greater capacity to serve as leaders in Stark County businesses, nonprofits, government entities, and civic organizations.

Signature Program 30th Class Members:

Lisa Allen, Operations Manager, FedEx Custom Critical Valerie Casimino Anderson, Volunteer CASA/Guardian, Stark County Family Court Martin Barnes, Director, The Kenan Advantage Group Terri R. Bell, Reentry Court Director, Stark County Common Pleas Reentry Court Harold Ben Carter, College Pathways Coordinator, Canton City School District Daniele L. Caserta, Assurance Manager, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP Nick Davidson, Customer Service & Paratransit Supervisor, SARTA Christine Decker, Finance and Systems Officer, Stark Community Foundation Rich Desrosiers, Executive Editor, Canton Repository (GateHouse Ohio Media) Nicole Dietz-Hunt, Sales & Marketing Manager, Robert J. Events & Catering Michael D. Dougherty, Director of Nutrition and Environmental Services, Aultman Hospital Marlé Fernandes, Manager - Off Highway Engineering, The Timken Company Kelley Y. Foster-Lever, Exec. Assistant, Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority Brian Hamilton, Certified Financial Planner, Ameriprise Financial - Landy, Hamilton & Associates Kristin C. Hannon, Director-Career Development, Stark State College Natalie Haupt, Magistrate/Judicial Attorney, Stark County Court of Common Pleas

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Ian R. Hoke, Associate Attorney, Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A. Erik W. Johnson, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Timothy J. Keller, Project Manager, The Beaver Excavating Company Daniel Lane, Nursing Director, Mercy Medical Center Kim Larson-Phillips, COO, Siffrin Brett Marriner, VP - Interactive Product Development, Communication Exhibits, Inc. Emily J. Mattison, Assistant VP for Enrollment Management & Director of Student Financial Services, University of Mount Union Kory Miles, Sanitation Services, City of Canton Jennifer R. Milhoan, Director of Testing K-12, Plain Local Schools Darrell Nieschwitz, Engineering Manager, H-P Products, Inc. Pam Piero, Teacher, Massillon City Schools Pat Roberts, Director of Major Gifts and Gift Planning, Malone University Dale H. Rush, Principal, Canton Local Schools Lisa Salasek, Portfolio Control Manager, Synchrony Financial Johnny Santora, Vice President, C.R. Kurtz, Inc. Taylor Schauer, Associate Vice President, Schauer Group, Inc. Kristin Selby, Director of Traffic & Workflow, Grabowski & Co. Kay A. Silverwood, Program Director, NAMI Stark County Justin D. Smith, Banking Office Manager, Huntington National Bank Jim Thomas, Manager, JT Linwood Company LLC Latrice Virola, Director of Planning, SARTA Jennifer Welsh, Main Library Manager, Stark County District Library

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LEADERSHIP STARK COUNT Y Leadership Stark County Kicks Off 30 Years with Free Event Leadership Stark County is embarking on its 30th year of building community trusteeship through leadership development programs and educational resources. In honor of this anniversary, Leadership will be offering a series of special events beginning this September to say thank you to alumni, community partners, sponsors and friends.

The first of these events is Motivational Morning: Building Resiliency, a free community event with motivational speaker Rob Snow on Sept. 30. This event is sponsored by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce.

In his show entitled “Minimize the Mountain,” Snow uses his background in stand-up comedy and personal experience to get the audience to laugh, be inspired, and build resiliency amid setbacks, both personally and professionally. As the father of a child with special needs, Snow uses that experience to show the audience how to break down an obstacle or “minimize the mountain” until it’s manageable, and come out even stronger on the other side. Snow reminds the audience that the manner in which we handle adversity is what not only separates us, but drives our success.

This event is free but registration is required. Businesses and organizations are welcome to send multiple employees.

Look for information on additional 30th anniversary events at http://www.LeadershipStarkCounty.org. For questions about this event or upcoming events, please contact Stephanie Werren, Director of Leadership Stark County, at stephaniew@leadershipstarkcounty.org or 330.458.2093.

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LEADERSHIP/YSTARK! Come Along and Encounter Stark County!

This daylong bus tour presented by Leadership Stark County is a fantastic way to discover Stark County’s assets and resources.

from local historians • Discover non-profits addressing local needs

Enjoy a whirlwind tour, motorcoach style, that begins in Canton and visits Massillon, Alliance, Hartville, and many surrounding areas in the county. For professionals and community members alike, it’s a great way to learn more about Stark County.

• Enjoy a buffet lunch at the Conference Center at Kent State University Stark

• Experience stops and tours at businesses, farms, non-profits, and a local winery!

Even long-time residents of Stark County say the same thing . . .

• Learn first-hand of Stark County’s growing economic development • Find out about Agri-tainment and seasonal labor in Stark County • Hear about Stark County’s heritage

• Network with the 50+ bus tour attendees to build connections and relationships.

Make your reservations now at LeadershipStarkCounty.org or call 330.458.2095 Wednesday, Oct. 19 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Cost $89 per person, includes buffet lunch

“I now have a whole list of places to visit or to get involved with in terms of community service. I can bring ideas back to my team at work for team-building/volunteer opportunities.”

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PerplexCity is Back: Get Ready to Ready, Set, Riddle! ystark!, a department of Canton Regional Chamber, is back again and partnering with United Way of Greater Stark County Young Leaders Society to present the perplexing puzzle game that has taken Downtown Canton by storm. PerplexCity will be held on September 17th from 11 am to 2 pm.

Don’t have a team but still want to play?

Sign up as a single and we’ll find the perfect team for you to join.

PerplexCity Saturday, Sept. 17 11 am – 2 pm Cost: $50 per team (4 players) Register at ystark.org

Gather a team of four and make sure that the whole gang is ready for a challenge that will take you all over downtown in pursuit of confounding clues. You’ll discover new and exciting locations throughout the city as you make your way to different businesses on foot.

Each team will receive a clue to kick things off and then hurry from clue to clue, revealing locations in downtown Canton and beyond to explore. Sound confusing? Don’t worry, we’ll provide instructions for everyone before the game starts.

Remember: your team must hurry to each clue! You’ll be competing against 20 or so other teams, all racing you to the finish.

The winning team will be the first one to solve ALL of the clues and make it to the end of the game, where they will be lavishly celebrated!

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YSTARK!/LEADERSHIP Wellspring unSpeaker Series: Branding to be Bold!

Join ystark! and Leadership Stark County on Wednesday, Sept. 14 for our final session of the 2016 Wellspring Series: Branding to be Bold! Together you will learn unique strategies and best practices, no matter what your industry or personal brand awareness needs. We’ll delve far beyond Facebook & Twitter so bring your mobile devices and hop on our wifi as we dare to brand bold!

Our panelists may all be under 40, but collectively have decades of social media experience, so bring your branding and social media questions!

Blake Babcock (top) - CEO, Mobile Meals Inc. - is relentless in his personal growth and development. As a speaker, his contagious positive attitude and personality thoroughly captivate his audience. He doesn’t stop at wanting you to listen, but to TAKE ACTION and create a better future for yourself.

Lisa Davala (middle) - Marketing Coordinator, Akron-Canton Airport - administers strategic marketing and promotional initiatives in support of the airport’s brand. She will share tips on a better way to do social media. Her spare time is spent covering local hot spots on various online outlets, including her own co-authored blog.

Ryan Hollingsworth (bottom) - Director of Social Media, Grabowski & Co. - loves working in the social media world and thinking of creative ways for clients to tell their story. She has advised businesses all over the US on social media strategy. As the former ystark!

Marketing Chair, Ryan is our own resident guru on social branding.

Join us at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, September 14, from 7:30-9:00 am. Cost is $35. Register online at ystark.org.

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Chamber Merger ... (continued from cover) The merger follows nearly a year of talks between the two Chambers and their boards on ways the organizations could collaborate more extensively for the good of the region’s businesses and the larger community, including hiring an external consultant to guide the process. The official merger process began in November 2015 and included a series of forums in April and June to gain the feedback of both sets of Board members and Chamber members.

“This is a historic move for our region,” said Saunier. “Our combined organization will represent a level of service, business interests and economic growth that is unprecedented in Stark County. I look forward to welcoming the Jackson-Belden team; a group with whom we share similar values and a commitment to business growth in Stark County and beyond.”

“Our merger with the Canton Regional Chamber allows us to offer our members a broader range of services, deeper pool of business expertise and expanded array of programming,” said Meeks. “I am excited for the opportunity to offer our business community a level of value they haven’t seen before. This is truly great news for both regional businesses and the larger community.”

We will keep our membership posted as we work over the next few weeks and months to combine the two organizations.

Canton Kickoff Weekend ... (continued from cover) Thursday will kick off with a jammed-packed schedule. Kids and adults alike can test out their football skills at the Mini-Combine from 4:00-6:00 pm. On the music stage, Old School Rockers will perform from 4:30-6:00 pm, followed by Disco Inferno at 7:00 pm.

On Friday, the Mini-Combine will be available from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Rough Neck will get the party started again at 5:30 pm, followed by Midnight Special “Classic Rock Experience” at 8:00 pm.

Saturday’s activities will begin with the Gold Jacket 5K National Championship beginning at 10:00 am, starting in the 600 block of Market Avenue N. Whether you run, jog, walk or compete, every finisher will receive a new commemorative finisher medal! Registration is available at www.GoldJacket5K.com Saturday’s activities will continue with the Mini-Combine from 11:00 am-3:00 pm entertainment from the EN-RICH-MENT Drumline at 12:30 pm, then Lincoln Highway onstage at 4:00 pm. Country artist Chris Higbee will get the crowd stompin’ from 8:00 to 10:00 pm, immediately followed by a spectacular fireworks display! Learn more at www.ProFootballHOFEF.com.

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Thank you to our ADVANTAGE CANTON funding partners: AEP Ohio AultCare Aultman Health Foundation Citizens Bank City of Canton Consumers National Bank Dominion East Ohio FedEx Custom Critical Fifth Third Bank First Merit Hilscher-Clarke Electric Company Huntington Bank Kenan Advantage Group Kent State University at Stark KeyBank Malone University Mercy Medical Center Northeast Ohio Medical University PNC Bank Premier Bank and Trust The Belden Brick Company The Karcher Group The M. Conley Company The Repository The Timken Company TimkenSteel

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NEW MEMBERS WELCOME to our newest members, who joined Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce in July. 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.

Child & Adolescent Service Center (MENTAL HEALTH AND/ OR DISABILITY SERVICES) Tammy Kaylor 919 2nd St. NE Canton, OH 44704-1132 (330) 454-7917 www.childandadolescent.org L.A. Dick Imports, LLC (BEER, WINE & DISTILLED BEVERAGES - RETAIL & WHOLESALE) Claudia Dick 400 Cherry Ave. SE Canton, OH 44702 (330) 452-5010 www.LADickImports.com Dust - Rustic Elegance Furnishings & Accessories (FURNITURE DEALERS - RETAIL) Courtney Grisez 604 - 6th St. NW Canton, OH 44703 (330) 705-2375 www.everydayelegances.com

FranSource International, Inc. (FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT) Steve Vandegrift 1101 Portage St. NW North Canton, OH 44720 (844) 233-7911 www.fransource.com

Paragraphics, Inc. (PRINTING COMPANIES) Scott Bosworth 2011 29th St. NW Canton, OH 44709 (330) 493-1074 www.para-inc.com

Hazel and Rye Artisan Baking Company (BAKERIES) Emily Grable 220 Market Ave. S Canton, OH 44702 (330) 454-6658 www.hazelandrye.com

Project Ed Bear (NON PROFIT) Susan Summerville 656 Chilham Circle Uniontown, OH 44685 (330) 714-8839 www.projectedbear.org

Paradise Energy Solutions, LLC Paul Derbyshire 525 Belden Circle NE Sugarcreek, OH 44681 (330) 690-8158 www.visitpes.com

Roofsmith Restoration (ROOFING - INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL) Jason Regec 2013 North Cleveland-Massillon Bath, OH 44333 (330) 822-4245 www.roofsmithrestoration.com WesBanco Bank Inc (BANKS) Jeff Ferry 1 Bank Plaza Wheeling, WV 26003 (330) 323-9447 www.wesbanco.com

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BIZ BITZ Inc. Magazine has ranked TPI Efficiency No. 691 on its 35th annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. TPI was named top 4 in Cleveland and top 18 overall in Ohio companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent entrepreneurs. Companies such as Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, GoPro, Timberland, Clif Bar, Patagonia, Oracle, and many other well-known brands gained early exposure as members of the Inc. 5000.

Aunt Alyee’s Berd-House Deli and Catering, located at 2103 Gambrinus Rd., SW, will celebrate their six-year anniversary and the grand opening of “The Vinyl Room” – their new vinyl record themed indoor seating area. The event will take place from September 12-16 with $6 lunch specials offered Monday through Thursday and an outdoor cookout special on Friday. Call (330) 479-1671 for more details or to order ahead.

necessary to survive”, states Smart Business on their website. Hall, Kistler has followed that thought process throughout the years by constantly being an early adopter of technology, being steadfast in their commitment to downtown, but realizing the need to cross boarders, and always being big believers in giving back to the community. “We are honored and humbled to be counted as one of the 49 Northeast Ohio recipients for the Longevity Award.

For 75 years we have worked hard to maintain our presence in Stark County. We understand the changing business climate and have adapted to stay viable. With technology and our accounting alliance with BKR International, we have been have been able to stay relevant in our backyard as well as have a national and international presence,” said Managing Partner, Karen Brenneman.

Progressive Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Massillon will host Progress 4 the Cure, a Pink Aware Campaign Kick-Off Event, on Wed. Oct. 5 from 4-8 pm. Help fight breast cancer and have a great time with the family at the same time. Enjoy food and beverages, door prizes, family fun and surprises. Be sure to bring $5 to buy a pink duck; 100% of sales supports breast cancer research at Aultman Hospital and Mercy Medical Center.

AultCare, News-Talk 1480 WHBC, and Mix 941 joined forces once again to broadcast live for 36 hours, 6 am August 11 through 6 pm August 12 from the parking lot in Springbrook Plaza, Whipple Avenue NW. However, a ‘micro storm’ ripped through the area and leveled the tent in the 10th hour of broadcast. On air personalities, phone operators and the families that have or will benefit by Wishes Can Happen moved to the WHBC studios to continue the radiothon broadcast. All others stayed to clean up what was left behind. It was a storm of generosity! Last year’s total was easily beat due to the number of residents stopping by with donations or donating online.

Hall, Kistler & Company was recently honored in Cleveland at the inaugural Smart Business Longevity Awards luncheon. “Success requires more than simply a good idea; it means having moxie, a belief in innovation, a willingness to adapt, and the ability to do what’s

Day Ketterer announced that eleven of its attorneys have been listed in the legal, peer-review publication The Best Lawyers in America© 2017, with two attorneys receiving additional honors as “Lawyer of the Year” in Akron. Lawyer of the Year recognition is awarded by Best Lawyers®

to individual attorneys with the highest overall peer feedback for a specific practice area and geographic location. Lawyers of the Year: Merle D. Evans II (Trace) – 2017 Insurance Law and James R. Blake – 2017 Litigation – Labor and Employment.

Best Lawyers in America: Richard W. Arnold, Hamilton DeSaussure, Jr., Jill C. McQueen, Daniel A. Minkler, John A. Murphy, Jr., Robert E. Roland, John R. Werren, Gordon D. Woolbert, II, and Kimberly K. Wyss.

Gervasi Vineyard was ranked among the top ten in two distinct categories for wineries across the country in a recent USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

The Villas at Gervasi Vineyard was voted #1 in the category as “Best Wine Country Hotel”, and The Bistro at Gervasi Vineyard was ranked #7 as “Best Winery Restaurant” in the nation. The 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards focused on categories related to wineries, revealing each category’s top 20 nominees across the country. Nominees for all categories were selected by a panel of relevant experts, which included a combination of editors from USA TODAY and editors from 10Best.com. The top ten winners were elected by popular vote over a four-week period.

ArtsinStark brings The Sidewalk Museum back to downtown Louisville for a three month visit along Main Street between Chapel and Mills. Last year The Sidewalk Museum featured giant 4 by 8 foot paintings by Louisville High School students celebrating moments in local history. “This year we’re showcasing the work of Louisville-related artists, many of whom have been featured at the Arts and History Gallery downtown,” said ArtsinStark CEO Robb Hankins. The ten artists are: Barbara Taylor Aiken, Hannelore Brown, Linda Christman, Mike Criswell (Theatrewiz),Vivian Geaghan, Rita Sommers Hukills, Sean Johnson, Angelo Oddo, Carl “Rick” Silvey, and Denny Valentine. The outdoor exhibit of temporary public art is part of 20/20 Vision Louisville, an economic development project of ArtsinStark and the City of Louisville.

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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First Friday: Downtown for Dogs 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, September 2 6 - 10 pm Downtown Canton Arts District Free event!

2016 Safety, Health & Human Resource Fair www.starkcountysc.com Fun, food & prizes! This session counts toward a meeting requirement for your Ohio BWC discount. Sign-in sheets will be available.

Thursday, September 8 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Meyer’s Lake Ballroom $17 per person

September AultCare Fast Break Breakfast www.cantonchamber.org Join us as George Sleigh, World Trade Center Attack Survivor, shares his stories of survival of not one, but TWO attacks on the World Trade Center.

Friday, September 9 7:00 am registration 7:30 am program Courtyard by Marriott in North Canton $18 members, $25 non-members

Canton Kickoff Celebration www.profootbalhofef.com Celebrate the kickoff to the NFL football season with food, cold beverages, family fun, and live music - right here in the “Hall of Fame City!”

September 8, 9, 10 11 am – 10:30 pm, daily Market Square Free!

Pro Football HOF Gold Jacket 5K National Championship www.goldjacket5k.com Whether you run, jog, walk or compete, every finisher will receive a new commemorative finisher medal as they cross the finish line!

Saturday, September 10 10 am – start of race Downtown Canton $35 per person

Small Business Expo www.cantonchamber.org Over 50 local small businesses, plus food, door prizes, and great networking!

Tuesday, September 13 4:30 - 8:30 pm MAPS Air Museum Free to attend

Wellspring unSpeaker Series www.cantonchamber.org Join us for our final lesson of the 2016 Wellspring unSpeaker Series, an exciting morning of “Branding to be Bold!”

Wednesday, September 14 7:30 – 9:00 am Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce $35 per person

ystark! PerplexCity www.cantonchamber.org ystark! is partnering with United Way of Greater Stark County Young Leaders Society to present the perplexing puzzle game that has taken Downtown Canton by storm.

Saturday, September 17 11 am – 2 pm Downtown Canton $50 per team of four

Manufacturing Matters: Managing Global Political Risks www.manufacturingsuccess.org Created by MAGNET and the University of Akron, Manufacturing Matters: Trend Lines vs. Headlines is an event series focused on major topics and trends that influence manufacturers and manufacturing markets in Northeast Ohio.

Thursday, September 22 8 – 10 am Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Free but reservations are required Limited seating – preference given to manufacturers

Stir After Hours Table Top Business Expo www.cantonchamber.org Check out the latest products and services of local businesses at our fall Table Top Business Expo. Guests will be entered into drawings for door prizes and receive complimentary food while networking.

Thursday, September 22 5:30 – 7:30 pm Embassy Suites Akron Canton Airport FREE for guests, Table Top Exhibitors $25

Motivational Morning with Rob Snow: Building Resiliency www.leadershipstarkcounty.org In his show entitled “Minimize the Mountain,” Rob Snow uses his background in standup comedy and personal experience to get the audience to laugh, be inspired, and build resiliency amid setbacks.

Friday, September 30 8 – 9 am Canton Palace Theatre FREE but reservations are required

Canton Farmers Market www.cantonfarmersmarket.com Every Saturday through October 1, enjoy local produce, flowers, herbs, meats, cheeses, breads, and more!

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

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