NEWSLETTER
JULY 2012
vol.
no.
XLIV 7
Canton Inc. economic development publication launches
CantonINC
CantonINC
We’re thrilled to unveil the first Energizing issue of Canton the region Inc., our new Oil and gas boom puts Canton, Stark County at heart of development economic development Timken, Diebold among deeply-rooted companies flourishing publication, in Stark County produced through collaboration between the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and GateHouse Ohio Media, parent company of The Repository. Stark County, Ohio
Good for business
ENERGIZING THE REGION
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FEEDING AMERICA: SNACKS, CHEESES, MEATS, CHOCOLATES ALL MADE LOCALLY page 66
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Inside, you’ll find that Canton Inc. highlights examples of business and economic development activities in greater Canton/Stark County, showcasing all that’s positive about the pro-business landscape of our region. Our cover story is all about energy, and it’s no wonder why. Stark County already has established itself as a center for energy in the development of wind power and fuel cells, as well as in our nearly endless fresh water supply. And now, Canton, Ohio, has recently
INSIDE: Stir After Hours.......................................3 ystark! Twenty under 40! Recap...............4 New ystark! director................................5 ystark! Young Professional Profile............6 Safety Council Luncheon..........................8 Fast Break Breakfast................................9 Leadership Golf Outing.......................... 10 Leadership Spotlight Program............... 11 Enshrinement Festival Schedule............ 12 Enshrinement Festival Photo Contest..... 13 Enshrinement Festival Events........... 14-16 Enshrinement Festival Chairs................. 17 Safety Council Season Passes................. 18 SARTA Training...................................... 19 Hot Business on the Burner................... 21 Funding Partners.................................. 23 New Members....................................... 25 BizBitz.................................................. 26 July Calendar........................................ 27
been branded The Utica Capital™, as oil and gas exploration in the region’s Utica Shale deposits could affect every aspect of business here. By showcasing the diverse and innovative business arena here in Canton, through rich business features and highlights on education, transportation, health care, quality of life and more, we hope to attract new businesses, increase business growth and change the local perception of our region. We encourage you to read and to pass along copies of Canton Inc., especially to those outside our region. We are currently in the process of distributing more than 6,000 copies through our economic development partners, site selectors and other entities that can help us entice businesses of all sizes to choose our region for doing business. Please go online to www.CantonChamber. org/canton-inc-magazine to view an online copy of the magazine. If you would like to obtain a copy of Canton Inc., please contact Jessica Bennett, director of marketing for the Canton Regional Chamber, at jessb@ cantonchamber.org.
A mouth-watering time had by all at May’s TASTE OF CANTON The fourth annual Fishers Foods Taste of Canton, presented by Schulman Zimmerman & Associates—a food festival held in the heart of downtown Canton on May 23 AND 24—left no empty bellies, but plenty of attendees are already hungry for next year’s event! More than 20 restaurants served up delicious dishes at the event, and downtown Canton
never tasted so good! This year’s foodie fun was twice as nice with two-times the tasting fun. Thanks again to our partner, The Repository, and our generous sponsors: Fishers Foods, Schulman Zimmerman & Associates, Sugardale, Chef Jon Molnar, Smucker’s, Lipari, Superior Dairy and Canton Chair Rental. (continued on next page)
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