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Learn from Utica Experts at Our April 5 Seminar How soon until the Utica Shale counties of eastern Ohio see higher levels of drilling activity? Experts are coming to Canton in April to help answer that question.

They are coming to speak at Utica Upstream on April 5, the first event in this year’s Utica Capital Series of business seminars produced by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Shale Directories.

Among the speakers will be: Elena Melchert, the U.S. Department of Energy’s director for the Upstream Oil and Gas Research Division, which includes shale development and offshore spill prevention. She

is a petroleum engineer with over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas sector.

Oleg Tolmachev, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Eclipse Resources, driller of the Utica‘s „super laterals.“ Tolmachev previously served as the company‘s vice president for drilling and completions. Prior to joining the company, he served as the senior asset manager, Utica Shale, with Chesapeake Energy.

Colette Breshears, natural gas analyst with Genscape. This company’s network of inground sensors constantly monitor pipeline (continued on next page)

Leadership Stark County and ystark! Present the 2017 Wellspring UnSpeaker Series INSIDE: Vote Issue 1 - Sales Tax AultCare Fast Break Breakfast AultCare Quick Connect Luncheon STIR After Hours Leadership Lunch & Tour Leadership 31st Class Applications Leadership Informational Breakfast Business Excellence Award Ceremony Set Spring NETWORK Enshrinement Festival Welcomes Elissa Prazer Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageant Safety Council Monthly Luncheon Safety Council CEO Breakfast Shop Small Saturdays BizBitz New Members March Calendar

Future-Ready?

Exploring Five Global Megatrends

Looking for a different type of speaker series?

A series that will empower you, challenge you, and help you get what you want personally and professionally?

Join Leadership Stark County and ystark!, departments of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, for the 2017 Wellspring UnSpeaker Series. Why the “UnSpeaker Series?”

Because this isn’t a series where you’ll just sit back and take notes; our speakers will engage, inspire, and provide specific steps to help take hold of your future.

Enjoy four unique morning sessions of insight, discussion, and learning from our renowned speakers: SESSION ONE: Chad Luxenburg, Co-founder and CEO, scitrain March 15, 2017 – Is Your Organization

The workplace of the future will look dramatically different than today’s workplace.

This session will look at five global megatrends: company demographics, knowledge economy, globalization, digitalization and shift in values.

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Learn about the competing forces and evolving priorities that will change how, when, and where we work (continued on page four)

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From that data, Genscape forecasts production activity needed to maintain pipeline capacity.

Dr. Andrew Thomas, University of Akron professor of international business. The author of several books, Dr. Thomas is finishing his latest, “Shale Energy and the Supply Chain: Business and Geopolitical Implications of the Fracking Revolution.”

Christian Zeigler, executive director of American Petroleum Institute-Ohio. His job in Columbus is to represent the energy industry in state government and public outreach efforts.

Dan Schweitzer, coordinator of the oil and gas and environmental technologies programs at Stark State College. Because of Stark State’s reputation as an educator of new technical workers for the energy industry, the college has a close look at workforce needs.

Jackie Stewart, Energy in Depth Ohio. Her job is to advocate for energy development and to rebut misinformation about oil and gas exploration. She will talk about

the public benefits that have come from Utica energy development, particularly the benefits to school districts.

Chris Ventura, Consumer Energy AllianceOhio. His national organization will present a study showing the economic costs that could come from not moving forward on the large-scale pipeline projects that are intended to move energy to customers who need it.

Utica Upstream will be held April 5 at the Barrette Center of Walsh University. It will open with registration and networking at 7:30 am. and conclude at 2:30 p.m. Go to www.uticacapital.com for registration, sponsorship opportunities and further developments in the program.

Registration is $180 and is intended for business people who want to study new developments in the Utica, to network with other businesses and to find their opportunity in energy.

Utica Upstream 2017 marks the sixth year of oil and gas business programming produced by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Shale Directories.

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Vote Yes on Issue 1: County Sales Tax Renewal The Canton Regional Chamber’s Board of Directors urges members and their employees to vote “yes” on Issue 1 at the May 2 election.

prosecutor’s office, the courts and all other aspects of the criminal justice system and handle the debt obligations that will come with the new radio system.

Issue 1 is an eight-year renewal of the onehalf percent sales tax that Stark County businesses have been collecting since early 2012. It is a tax for funding criminal justice and safety services.

Elsewhere, we are unpacking the details of Gov. John Kasich’s final two-year budget for the state of Ohio, particularly those elements that affect business tax and regulation.

There is a great reason why county officials are seeking an early renewal. The great reason is the need to upgrade emergency radios that allow sheriff’s deputies and other first responders to communicate with each other.

Highlights include a requested halfpercent increase in the sales tax and a broadening of the sales tax to include lobbying, repossession services, cable television, non-medical cosmetic surgery, landscape design and travel agents’ services. Also, taxes on cigarettes and alcohol would be raised, and the governor would once again have severance taxes raised on oil and gas extraction. In exchange, he would provide a reduction in personal income tax rates and a reduction of the number of Ohio tax brackets from nine to five.

The county’s radio system is dangerously inadequate to meet public service needs, and moreover it antiquated. By the end of 2018, the county will no longer be able to obtain parts and service on the radio system.

The county needs to invest between $10 million and $20 million for a new radio system without bankrupting other county operations. So it wants to borrow money by selling bonds that would be repaid over 10 years with criminal justice sales tax receipts. Yet without the assurance that the sales tax will be in place for another 10 years, it is unwilling to incur that bonded debt.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairwoman of the Board Judith E. Barnes Lancaster Attorney At Law Sr. Vice Chairman - Jim Porter The Canton Repository Vice Chairman - Joe Feltes Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLP Vice Chairman - Todd Hawke GDK & Co Vice Chairman - Geoff Karcher The Karcher Group Vice Chairman - Rick McQueen Akron-Canton Airport Vice Chairman - Amanda Sterling TimkenSteel Treasurer - D. William Allen Pro Football Hall of Fame Immediate Past Chairman - Brian S. Belden The Belden Brick Company President & CEO - Dennis P. Saunier Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer - Steven M. Meeks Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Recording Secretary - Connie R. Cerny Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

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We will be studying these issues on behalf of members in the coming weeks.

Emil Alecusan Brewster Cheese

Michael Moore FedEx Custom Critical

Katrina Barton Belden Village Mall

Frank Monaco Four Fifteen Group

Greg Brokaw Consumers National Bank, Jackson-Belden Office

Steven O. Pittman CliftonLarsonAllen

Questions or comments?

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

The early renewal of the criminal justice sales tax assures the revenue stream that will service the bonds.

We have looked at Stark County’s budget projections and are persuaded that the county can maintain the high levels of service in the sheriff’s department, the

David Cemate Mercy Medical Center

Rodney Reasonover Stark County Community Action Agency

Ajay Das The Timken Company

Robert E. Roland Day Ketterer, LTD.

R. Eric Dellapina KeyBank

Joseph D. Schauer Schauer Group, Inc.

William F. Downey Kenan Advantage Group

Dr. Denise A. Seachrist Kent State University at Stark

Chris DiLoreto Jackson Local Schools Mike Gallina AultCare Health Network Dr. Jay Gershen Northeast Ohio Medical University Michael Graeff Matt Gregory Gregory Industries Dr. Para Jones Stark State College Dr. David A. King Malone University Bradley R. McKain Marathon Petroleum Company, LP

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Bruce M. Soares Black McCuskey Souers & Arbaugh Tracy Stevens Dominion East Ohio John M. Tucker Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A. Brandon Wehl Portage Electric Products Inc. Mark Wright Aultman Health Foundation Cathy Wyatt Carpe Diem Coffee Shops

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Dialogue about how these megatrends will shape your organization, and what this means for business, our workforce and HR

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Hear what your industry colleagues are saying about how they are preparing for these changes

UPCOMING SESSIONS: Lisa Codispoti, Senior Human Resources Professional | May 17, 2017 – Dilemmas and Decision-Making: Your Guide to Taking the Right Action Every Time Ethical decisions are part of everyday life for anyone working in today’s organizations. Making good ethical decisions are just as important to success as mastering finance, marketing, management and accounting. Ethical behavior and decision making is required for anyone in a leadership role and in today’s environment, leaders face decisions involving ethics every day. The dilemmas we face today include

globalization, technology permeating every industry and new ways of working due to the prevalence of social media in all facets of life. During this session, we will explore ethical dilemmas facing leaders and discuss ways to maintain a high degree of integrity in a world where the rules are constantly changing.

Courtney Gras, Executive Director at Launch League and former NASA engineer | September 20, 2017 - Grit It, Great It, Innovate It Whether your methodology, process, idea or physical concept is in play, one thing for certain is change. How do you perfect your perseverance through the good and the bad? What does it mean to set the bar and beat it? Be flexible and creative to spark the latest, or achieve new limits with the greatest! No matter if you’re in sales, education or an aspiring entrepreneur, this personal and professional blend into the tact and traits it takes to excel will ignite you and send you over the moon.

Ally Bussey, President, Visit Canton, and Mike Gill, Director, Downtown Special Improvement District | November 15, 2017 – Building a Vision, Making It Reality At the final event of our Wellspring Unspeaker series, hear from two of Stark County’s innovative leaders as they share their vision and direction of Stark County!

From tourism to economic development, Mike Gill and Ally Bussey will challenge you to identify your personal vision and how you can make it a reality as they share their recent stories of advancement and success within the region.

Wellspring UnSpeaker sessions, which are quarterly, are packaged for a convenient $80/series or $25/each, with a group and non-profit discount available. All sessions run from 7:30-9:00 am at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce (222 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44702), and a continental breakfast is provided.

Visit www.cantonchamber.org to register.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Looking for Exciting Networking and Education Opportunities?

Join Us at AultCare Fast Break Breakfast and AultCare QuickConnect Luncheon Want to grow your contacts and leads? We offer the AultCare Fast Break Breakfast and the AultCare QuickConnect Networking Luncheon, each month! Whether you prefer your networking at breakfast, at lunch, or both, we’ve got you covered.

Every month, Fast Break and/or QuickConnect attendees can obtain business leads through enjoyable networking activities, hear a compelling speaker, meet new business contacts and enjoy a delicious meal. Plus, when you bring a door prize valued at $15 or more, you’ll receive 30 seconds at the microphone to promote your business.

March AultCare Fast Break Breakfast with Lisa Waite, MA PEOPLE. PERFORMANCE. RESULTS. Learning and development is Lisa Waite’s passion.

Successfully transforming participants and organizational culture is her gift. Lisa develops people-centric leaders by working with entry level to C-level staff, leading to real change.

Culture documents like mission and vision are realized through proven strategies that support success, civility, accountability, and innovation to compete.

Lisa holds an MA in Communication from the University of Akron, and Master Certifier status in Advanced Organizational Communication from Barry-Wehmiller University. She is the author of 12 professional development seminars offered nationally and keynote speaker to a variety of business and industry.

STIR AFTER HOURS Just Got Sweeter Did someone say CHOCOLATE? Join the Canton Regional Chamber for an irresistibly sweet evening of networking, food & beverage, and yes – chocolate – at Harry London Candies/Fannie May Confection.

Besides decadent desserts and chocolates courtesy of Harry London & Fannie May, we’ll have complimentary savory samplings from local area vendors. Two mini-tours will be offered during the evening at 6:00 and 6:45. A cash bar for beer and wine will be available.

This event is FREE to attend but reservations are required.

Thursday, March 30 | 5:30-7:30 pm Harry London Candies/Fannie May Confection 5353 Lauby Rd., North Canton, OH 44720 RSVP by March 28 at www.cantonchamber.org About Harry London/Fannie May Confection Harry London/Fannie May Confection is one of the only chocolate manufacturers in the United States to offer free tours that allow you to see the production and packaging of their products. Tours are Mon-Thurs from 10-4 at the top of each hour.

They manufacture a high percentage of chocolate that is sold in the Disney Theme Parks.

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Friday, March 10 7:30 – 9 am (Registration begins at 7 am) Courtyard by Marriott 4375 Metro Circle, Canton $18 Members/$25 Non-Members Register by March 8 at www.cantonchamber.org March AultCare QuickConnect Networking Luncheon with Ken Babby, Akron Rubber Ducks

Join us for the AultCare QuickConnect Networking Luncheon on March 15 with Ken Babby, owner, Akron Rubber Ducks on “Bringing Affordable Family Fun to QuAkron”: • Learn why we’re a community disrupted by change • Hire and empower leaders to success •Follow your passion

Wednesday, March 15 11:30 am – 1 pm (Registration begins at 11 am) Shady Hollow Country Club 4865 Wales Ave. NW, Massillon $18/members, $23/non-members Register by March 13 at www.cantonchamber.org

Harry London/Fannie May Confection 5353 Lauby Rd. North Canton, OH 44720

March 30 | 5:30-7:30 pm Besides decadent desserts and chocolates courtesy of Harry London & Fannie May, we’ll have complimentary savory samplings from local area vendors. Two mini-tours will be offered during the evening at 6 and 6:45. A cash bar for beer and wine will be available.

Free to attend with a reservation!

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Harry London/Fannie May Confection is one of the only chocolate manufacturers in the United States to offer free tours that allow you to see the production and packaging of their products. tours are Mon-Thurs from 10-4 at the top of each hour. They manufacture a high percentage of chocolate that is sold in the Disney Theme Parks.

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LEADERSHIP STARK COUNT Y Go Behind the Scenes at the Pro Football Hall of Fame - Lunch & Tour Thursday, March 23 11:30 am - 1:00 pm $25 per person, includes lunch, tour, and admission to 2 attractions Get the inside story on all the exciting happenings at the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Johnson Controls Hall of Fame Village. Join us for a behind the scenes tour, including a bird’s eye view of the construction site, enjoy lunch and hear from a HOF executive, then experience the newest attraction at the museum, the “Game for Life” holographic immersion, along with the “Super Bowl Theater.”

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW!

The “A Game for Life” exhibit is a spectacular cutting-edge, multi-sensory immersive theater that includes holographic representations of Hall of Fame legends Joe Namath, George Halas, and Vince Lombardi.

The Hall of Fame’s Super Bowl Theater is a state-of-the-art auditorium that features a massive 40-plus foot screen and 15-channel surround sound that allows guests to feel the thunderous, knockout hits through their bodies Register online at www.cantonchamber. org/lsc-tour-hof

The Signature Program is for business or community leaders who want to expand their professional development and community involvement. This experience includes being immersed in different aspects of the community through 10 monthly program days.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: Communicate effectively Enhance strategic thinking Build Relationships to further collaborations Increase your ability to think innovatively Ultimately, Serve the Stark County Community Your Signature Experience includes opportunities to: Take a whirlwind tour of Stark County Have lunch with regional CEO’s, Judges, and Politicians Attend Non-Profit, Manufacturing, and local School Tours Go on a cruiser ride with police or the sheriff’s department, along with a jail tour

Does This Sound Like You? Are You Ready to Take Your Community Leadership to the Next Level? Come and Enjoy Breakfast on Leadership!

Tuesday, March 7 8:00-9:00 am Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce 222 Market Ave N, Canton 44702 FREE Join us to find out how you can be a part of the next Leadership Stark County Signature Program class. You’ll learn about the application process, time commitment, program objectives, perks of being a graduate, and the six Leadership competencies. There is no cost to attend, however, reservations are requested. All are welcome. Sign up at www.leadershipstarkcounty.org

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EVENTS Business Excellence Awards SAVE THE DATE FOR MAY 2 SAVE THE DATE for Stark County’s most prestigious business awards! Some of our region’s most outstanding companies will be recognized on May 2 at Kent State University at Stark Conference Center, beginning with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and the awards presentations at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $60 per person. Register online at www.cantonchamber.org.

If interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Chris Gumpp, Director of Community Events and Sponsorships, via e-mail at chrisg@cantonchamber.org or by phone at (330) 458.2055.

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ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL Elissa Prazer Joins Events Department Staff The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce announced that Elissa M. Prazer has joined the Events Department as event manager.

Prazer will be responsible for working with committee volunteers, sponsors, and other staff members to plan and stage several Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival events including Fashion Show Luncheon, Enshrinees’ Gold Jacket Dinner, and Enshrinees’ Roundtable, while also serving as staff liaison to the Food and Staging committees.

She is a graduate of Sandy Valley High School and earned a Bachelor of Science from Ohio University, with a dual major in community health services and

health services administration. Not a stranger to the Enshrinement Festival, she was selected as Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Queen in 2012 which resulted in a summer of community service activities and participation in all of the festival events.

Prazer noted that, “My experience that summer really touched my heart and stayed with me throughout my college years, so when I graduated, I just couldn’t ignore the strong desire to return to Canton to help contribute to its vitality.”

“Elissa brings a high level of enthusiasm to the position and has the advantage of having seen much of the behindthe-scenes planning for Enshrinement Festival events during her tenure as Queen, during which she was truly a goodwill ambassador for the Hall of Fame City,” stated Joanne Murray, vice president of community events and sponsorships.

continuous effort to maximize the guest and visitor experience.

Notable changes include that the Hall of Fame Game will be played for the first time ever on a Thursday night, August 3rd. Friday, August 4th will feature the annual Fashion Show Luncheon, and the Enshrinees’ Gold Jacket Dinner where the Class of 2017 will receive their Gold Jackets during the nationally televised event.

Saturday, August 5th, will kick off with The Canton Repository Grand Parade and conclude with the Enshrinement Ceremony at newly renovated Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Fans are in store for another big day on Sunday, August 6th starting with the Enshrinees’ Roundtable and concluding with the third annual Concert for Legends.

This year’s Enshrinement Festival will feature several schedule changes that will be instituted as part of the

Deadline Nearing for Enshrinement Festival Queen Applications

Applications and tickets are available at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, Enshrinement Festival department, 222 Market Ave. N., in downtown Canton, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Queen Pageant on Thursday, May 4 will begin at 7 p.m. at The Canton Palace Theatre. All seats are reserved at $22 each, and tickets can be purchased at the Canton Regional Chamber, and online at www.ProFootballHOFEF.com.

At the conclusion of the Pageant, a Queen and five court members will have been selected on the basis of personality, poise, beauty, communication skills, academic achievement and service to community.

The Queen and her court will serve as role models and goodwill ambassadors throughout the community, volunteering their time to a wide variety of civic organizations.

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For more information regarding applications, tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact Kathy Lindenberger at (330) 458-2056 or visit the Enshrinement Festival Web site at www.ProFootballHOFEF.com.

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Candidates cannot be younger than a high school senior and 18 years old by May 1 or more than 23 years of age before Sept. 1. Candidates must reside and, if employed, work within a 30-mile radius of Stark County.

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Don’t miss the opportunity to compete in the prestigious Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageant.

The completed application and a $70 fee must be received by the Enshrinement Festival department at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 9.

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SAFET Y COUNCIL March Stark County Safety Council Luncheon: Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend: Safety & Security

Canton welcomes 700,000 guests and visitors each summer to enjoy our Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement events, and it doesn’t happen without close coordination with our law enforcement professionals.

Join us at the March Safety Council Luncheon as our panel of experts present an overview of security and safety procedures that are integral to the success of the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement celebrations. Our panelists include:

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Thursday, March 16 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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SAFET Y COUNCIL CEO/Senior Management Breakfast Featuring Mark Sterling, Beaver Excavating Join us at the CEO/Senior Management Breakfast on March 30 when Mark Sterling, president and owner of The Beaver Excavating Co., will speak on how to build a nationally-ranked company that focuses on the safety and health of its employees first!

Mark Sterling is president and owner of The Beaver Excavating Co., a nationally ranked contractor and one of the largest civil site construction companies in Ohio. For 36 years, Sterling has sat at the helm of Beaver, directing it toward future growth. When he assumed the presidency from his father and the company’s founder, Don Sterling, in 1981, Beaver was averaging $15 million in sales annually. In 2016 the company had nearly $173 million worth of work.

Please note: you don’t need to be a CEO or in senior management to attend. All are welcome. The 2016-2017 rebate program requires your CEO/Senior management representative to attend one safety council event.

Thursday, March 30 8:00 – 9:30 am; registration begins at 7:30 am Skyland Pines Golf Club & Event Center 3550 Columbus Rd. NE, Canton $20 per person Register online at www.cantonchamber.org

Mark earned his bachelor of science from Kent State University in the mid-1970s and has since become involved in many professional & charitable organizations, including the Ohio Contractor’s Association, The Salvation Army, and United Way.

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BIZ BITZ Before her first day on the job, Ashley Williams was already a presence at Haines & Company. As a child, she ran up and down the halls of the Haines offices. The same walls that had been built by the hard work of four generations of her family.

Williams’ great-grandfather, William L. Haines, founded the company in 1929. In the 60s, the founder passed the reigns over to his son, William K. Haines, Sr. He was also the first president to incorporate modern business machines into the mailroom.

William’s son, Bill Haines, took over the company in 1980. In the 1990s Bill focused on creating cutting edge products, like online services and electronic databases.

While she trained with him, Williams understood why her father was so passionate about updating the company’s basic services. “It was knowing the times and where things were headed,” said Williams. Now, at 28-years-old, Williams walks the halls of the Haines offices as president and CEO. While Williams has to live up to three generations of accomplishments, she is confident that she will continue the legacy of excellence at Haines. As she sets her sights on the future, Haines employees are just as confident

that the tradition of family excellence will continue.

Joined by the progressive bluegrass band Honeytown (Kidron, OH), the musicians of Voices of Canton, Inc. will perform an all-American concert on March 5 under the direction of Artistic Director Dr. Jon C. Peterson. Bernstein & Bluegrass will feature music by many of the greatest American composers (Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland and spiritual arranger Moses Hogan), culminating with a joint performance with Honeytown of The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass.

Mercy Medical Center announced that Jeff Pike, MHA, R.N., has been appointed to the Mercy team as new vice president of Physician Relations, Business Development and Strategy. Pike comes to Mercy from the Cleveland Clinic: Akron General Campus where he was vice president of their Physician Partners Group and Operations.

“We are pleased Jeff agreed to become a part of our executive team at Mercy Medical Center,” says Thomas E. Cecconi, president and CEO at Mercy Medical Center. “He has over 20 years experience in the health

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Stark Parks is turning fifty and kicking off a year-long celebration! Feb. 17th kicked off their official 50th birthday, and they have a brand new look at www.StarkParks. com. Visit them online and go on a virtual scavenger hunt to win prizes. They’ve also kicked off a “50 ways” challenge to get everyone to explore different ways to enjoy Stark Parks. They’ve highlighted 50 ways to get your park on with no time requirements, restrictions, or high mileage.

The first 50 people to finish by Dec. 1 will receive a special edition anniversary tote designed by Little Chicago Clothing Co. in Canton. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize. Forms will be available online and at marinas and select kiosk locations.

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

AAMCO Transmission and Total Car Care - Bonum Auto Services (AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR & MAINTANENCE & TRANSMISSION SERVICE) Steven Mullet 2312 Columbus Rd. NE Canton, OH 44705 (330) 455-8425 www.aamcocanton.com

First Commonwealth Bank Downtown Canton (BANKS) Crystal Douglas 100 Central Plaza S Canton, OH 44702 (330) 280-5200 www.fcbanking.com

Accurate Investigative Services, Inc. (BACKGROUND CHECK) Megan Rastettler 6725 Promway Ave. NW, Ste 1 North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 253-1288 www.accurateinvestigativeservices.net

GroundsGuys of Canton (LANDSCAPE & LANDSCAPE MAINTAINENCE) Daniel L. Dycus 315 Raynolds Place SW Canton, OH 44707 (330) 453-8616 www.groundsguys.com/canton-oh

Brouse McDowell, LPA (ATTORNEYS) Laura Fryan 388 S Main St. Ste 500 Akron, OH 44311 (330) 555-5711 www.brouse.com

InfoGPS Networks, Inc. (CYBERSECURITY) Paul Hugenberg, III, CPA, CISA 5590 Lauby Road - Suite 10 North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 639-0009 www.infogpsnetworks.com

DBT Delivery (COURIER & DELIVERY SERVICE) Donald Tylicki 1711 Navarre Rd. SW Canton, OH 44706 (330) 858-8072

Kumon Math & Reading (EDUCATION - AFTER SCHOOL) Dr. John Kleptach 1214 South Main Street North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 492-4516 www.kumon.com

Evergreen Memorial Gardens CMS East (CEMETERIES) Gary Glunt 2698 Broadway Ave. NE Louisville, OH 44641 (330) 488-0388 www.cmseast.com L A Felger Community and Career Services, LLC (SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES) Lesa Felger 445 Maplewood Dr. Alliance, OH 44601 (330) 206-0378 Ferrall Pools & Spas (SWIMMING POOLS - INGROUND & SPAS) Mike Fisher 6310 Market Ave. N North Canton, OH 44721 (330) 499-9906 www.ferrallpools.com

Prestige Cleaning and Maintenance LLC (CLEANING SERVICES) Stephen & Amy Ross 3939 Massillon Road Uniontown, OH 44685 (330) 605-8083 www.prestigecleaningand maintenance.com

The Stark County Probate Court (COURT) Jennifer Bergert 110 Central Plaza S, Suite 501 Canton, OH 44702 (330) 451-7752 www.starkcountyohio.gov/probate Linda MacDonald - State Farm (INSURANCE) Linda MacDonald 2645 Cleveland Ave. NW - Ste 6 Canton, OH 44709 (330) 455-2626 www.lindamacdonald.biz The Lodge at New Dawn (RETIREMENT & LIFE CARE COMMUNITIES & HOMES) Dan Hershberger 3660 Greentree SW Canton, OH 44706 (330) 484-5888 www.new-dawn.net Western & Southern Financial Julia Boron (INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT) Julia Boron 6539 Market Ave. N Canton, OH 44721 (330) 904-6555 www.wslife.com/agent/j.boron Williams Family Dental Group (DENTISTS) Dr. George R. Williams 4774 Munson St. NW #303 Canton, OH 44718 (330) 497-7700 www.williamsdentalgroup.com

Raymond James Financial Mark Rojek (INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT) Mark Rojek 4158 Munson St. NW Canton, OH 44718-2979 (330) 493-0777 RENEW Environmental, LLC (ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS) Thomas P. Shalala 3510 Middlehurst St. Norton, OH 44203 (330) 794-7148 www.renewenviro.com

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First Friday www.cantonfirstfriday.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. March’s theme: Luck of the Irish

First Friday, March 3 6:00-10:00 pm Downtown Canton Arts District FREE

Shop Small Saturdays www.downtowncanton.com Join us every Saturday, March 4 through April 22, for shopping and saving in Downtown Canton!

Every Saturday through April 22 15 Downtown Retailers Save 20% off one item at each retailer

Leadership Stark County Signature Program Informational Breakfast www.leadershipstarkcounty.org Join us at the Chamber of Commerce to find out how you can be a part of the next Leadership Stark County Signature Program class.

Tuesday, March 7 8:00-9:00 am Canton Regional Chamber FREE

March AultCare Fast Break Breakfast www.cantonchamber.org Join learning and development expert Lisa Waite as she discusses People, Performance and Results!

Friday, March 10 7:00 am registration 7:30 am program Courtyard by Marriott in North Canton $18 members, $25 non-members

Wellspring UnSpeaker Series leadershipstarkcounty.org Chad Luxenburg, co-founder and CEO of scitrain, kicks off the 2017 Wellspring series by Exploring Five Global Megatrends. Is YOUR organization future-ready?

Wednesday, March 15 7:30-9:00 am Canton Regional Chamber $25 per person

March AultCare QuickConnect Luncheon www.cantonchamber.org Join us for the AultCare QuickConnect Luncheon featuring Ken Babby, owner of the Akron Rubber Ducks on “Bringing Affordable Family Fun to QuAkron.”

Wednesday, March 15 11:00 am registration 11:30 am program Shady Hollow Country Club $18 members, $25 non-members

March Luncheon: Stark County Safety Council www.starkcountysc.com Join us in March as our panel of experts explains the security and safety procedures necessary to put on the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week.

Thursday, March 16 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Meyer’s Lake Ballroom $17 per person

2017 Pub Tour of Downtown Canton Presented by ystark! and TKG www.facebook.com/ystark/ Join ystark! and The Karcher Group on their annual Pub Tour through downtown Canton. Stay tuned to Facebook for more details!

Friday, March 17 4:00-8:00 pm Downtown Canton

Go Behind the Scenes – Pro Football HOF Lunch and Tour www.leadershipstarkcounty.org Join us for a behind the scenes tour, including a bird’s eye view of the construction site, enjoy lunch and hear from a HOF executive, then experience the newest attraction at the museum.

Thursday, March 23 11:30 am-1:00 pm Pro Football Hall of Fame $25 per person, includes lunch and tour

ystark! Monthly Meet-Up at the Z www.cantonchamber.org Enjoy networking, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar at a pre-rehearsal mixer with ystark!, Leadership Stark County and The Beat! Followed by a rare look at a Canton Symphony Orchestra rehearsal.

Thursday, March 23 5:30-8:00 pm Zimmerman Symphony Center/ Umstattd Hall FREE, but reservations are required

Spring NETWORK www.cantonchamber.org NETWORK is presented twice a year by the Canton Regional Chamber. It’s the event that always pairs speed networking with a speaker providing a unique opportunity for lead building and learning.

Friday, March 24 8:00 am-Noon The Embassy Suites, Akron Canton Airport $35 members, $60 non-members

CEO/Senior Management Breakfast www.starkcountysc.com Mark Sterling, president and owner of The Beaver Excavating Co., will speak on how to build a nationally-ranked company that focuses on the safety and health of its employees first!

Thursday, March 30 8:00–9:30 am Skyland Pines Golf Club & Event Center $20 per person

Stir After Hours www.cantonchamber.org Stir After Hours just got sweeter this month! Join us at Harry London Candies/Fannie Mae Confection for this FREE after hours.

Thursday, March 30 5:30-7:30 pm Harry London Candies/Fannie Mae Confection Free, but reservations are required

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OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE

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.

• Mercy Health Center of Carroll County 125 Canton Road, Carrollton, OH| 330-627-7641

• Mercy Health Center of Jackson/Massillon 7337 Caritas Circle NW, Massillon, OH | 330-830-6120

• Mercy Health Center of North Canton 6200 Whipple Avenue NW, North Canton, OH | 330-966-8689

• Mercy Health Center of Tuscarawas County 1031 West High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH | 330-365-5100 If care is necessary after 9 p.m. - Mercy Medical Center Emergency Department 1320 Mercy Drive N.W., Canton, OH | 330-489-1055 | Daily 24-hour service