GC Chamber Business Connection Summer 2023

BUSINESS BUSINESS CONNECTION CONNECTION

Mental Health in the Workplace

Safety in the Workplace Resources

Fun, Fitness and Family with DadBod Fitness

@ GroveCityOhio

#GC123

CITY DEMOGRAPHICS

Population: 42,766

Median Age: 39.7

Population Over 18: 79%

Population Over 65: 17%

Number of Households: 16,197

Average Home Price: $189,268

Median Income Per Household: $74,451

Want to learn more about the demographics of Grove City? Visit: grovecityohio.gov/resourcesandtourism/communityinformation/

Now in Grove City

At Zangmeister Cancer Center we collaborate with our colleagues in radiation therapy, surgery, genetics, pathology and clinical research to ensure each patient has a comprehensive, multidisciplinary plan of care. Support from our pharmacists, social workers, nurse navigators, dietitians and financial counselors minimize the impact of cancer on daily life.

YOUR CHAMBER

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Your Board

Chris Moscato President

Katie Antry Fleming President Elect '24

Greg Dawkins GC Chamber Foundation President

Nick Connaughton VP Finance

Nikki Fleming 2023 VP at Large

Jeffrey Buskirk 2023 VP Government Relations

Kay Anderson

Mellissa Forte

Shawn Harris

Brenda Newman

Carol Riffle

Andrea Ruede

Trent Soles

Lynn Weita

Letter from the Director

This year is flying by, and by Chamber measures, is looking to be a highly productive and successful year. One of the objectives for this year is to bring improved awareness of the benefits packages that are available to our members.

Please mark your calendars for Thursday, August 10th!!!!! We are hosting our first Annual Benefits Picnic and Open House. You’ll be able to meet representatives from SOCA/Anthem Insurance plans; our rep for BWC Insurance premium discounts; FedEx PartnerShip; AllyHealth; our Education Partners: the GC Chamber Foundation, Ohio Dominican University, and Franklin University, and many others.

Grab a grilled hot dog or two, some yummy treats and learn why being a member of the GCCAC is the best business decision you can make.

This event is free for our members and their reps, please let us know you’re coming by registering at: bit.ly/3OqUAOa

See you on the 10th! Stop by anytime between 10:30a-1:00p @ Courtyard by Marriot in GC

-Shawn

Shawn

Conrad

GCACC Executive Director

Staff

Executive Director

Shawn Conrad

Events Manager

Marilyn Reiner

Administrative and Events Coordinator

Heather Brokaw

Member Service Specialist

Kaziah Conrad

RECOGNIZING MEMBERS

Celebrating Anniversaries

Briana Seeholzer

Emelio's Catering

Brian Parks | Realtor, Kelly Hamilton

Group at Red 1 Realty

Elite Fire Services

Mike McCauley | State Farm

Moo Moo Car Wash | Grove City South

Ohio Hydration and Wellness

SMACT Works, Inc.

JIMCO LLC

ZenBusiness

Bryanna Nix

Tracy Van Loon

Lovely Arrows Designs

1 YEAR: 10 YEARS:

Greenbaum Stiers Marketing Group

Texas Roadhouse | Grove City

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Attention

Pizza Cottage

Global Services of Ohio

Rannebarger Home Maintenance

Coldwell Banker | Brittany Lykins

J&J Auto Upholstery, Inc

Dad Bod Fitness

Monica Wood

Grove City Backflow Service LLC

Panhia Vue

Leber Design & Print

Sleep Number, Grove City

Liskany Allstate Agency

5 YEARS: 15 YEARS:

Clarity Hearing-Grove City

Converse Electric, Inc.

Travelodge by Wyndham Grove City/South

Columbus

Cold Stone Creamery, Grove City

20 YEARS:

Command Heating, Inc

Don’t forget that your GCACC membership includes one free half-page ad for this publication, the Chamber Business Connection, so don’t miss out on running your ad in one of the remaining 2023 issues

October Issue (Submit ads by Wednesday September 20)

December Issue (Submit ads by Monday November 20)

All ads can be submitted digitally via email to Heather, heather@gcchamber.org

Need an ad? E-magazine creative team KatBro can lend a hand contact content@katbroconsulting.com

Morley Parren Bright Agency has been doing business in Grove City, Ohio since 1973, meaning this year marks 50 years! They are committed to building a solid relationship with customers through practical solutions and excellent service. The types of insurance they work with includes: homeowners, auto insurance, commercial insurance, life insurance, farmowners insurance, health insurance, and other financial services. On Thursday August 17, they’ll celebrate a grand reopening and we hope you’ll join!

3907 Broadway, Grove City 614-871-1200

www.mpbins.com/

Member Benefits

Converse Electric is celebrating 15 years as a GCACC member, but they have been Central Ohio community members much longer. The family-owned business is able to handle a variety of commercial, industrial, and residential electric projectsincluding but not limited to new builds, remodels, new additions, lighting control and more. Outstanding customer service is a pillar of success that keeps clients returning to Converse for future electric project needs.

3783 Gantz Rd., Grove City 614-871-8700

www.converseelectric.com

Highly-experienced dental surgical care is available right on Hoover Road. The team at Greater Columbus Oral Surgery & Dental Implants is ready to serve you and your family in a variety of dental surgery needs, including (but not limited to): dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, bone grafting and more. A high standard of care is maintained, including educating patients on what they can expect and remove any fears prior to procedures.

3824 Hoover Rd., Grove City 614-875-1611

www.oralsurgerycolumbus.com/

Are you a member of the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce?

If so, you are in luck! The Chamber offers a range of benefits that can greatly benefit your business. Let's take a look at some of these fantastic perks. Firstly, did you known that all new members of the Chamber are eligible for one free half-page advertisement and discounted marketing opportunities in the Chamber Business Connection e-magazine and e-newsletter . This is a great opportunity to showcase your business and gain exposure to potential customers. Additional benefits include:

The Chamber offers significant savings on BWC premiums thru our 3rd party administrator. By taking advantage of this offer, you can save up to 53% on premiums and receive a free quote with no obligations. Education benefits are also available through Franklin University, Ohio Dominican University and the GC Chamber Foundation. Members can enjoy exclusive rates on FedEx Express international shipping, saving you up to 45% on shipping costs with our new program, PartnerShip.

All active members receive a free subscription to Columbus CEO Magazine. This is a fantastic resource for staying up to date on business trends and gaining valuable insights.

As a member of the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce, these benefits are just a taste of what is available to you. Take advantage of these opportunities to grow your business and make the most out of your membership.

MORLEY PARREN BRIGHT AGENCY CONVERSE ELECTRIC

GREATER COLUMBUS ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANTS

NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT

The Awesome Company’s website homepage statement says it best “We employ awesome people with autism”

To be more specific, the Awesome Company is a design and t-shirt screen printing business, where yes, they employ awesome people with autism. From design to finished product, their awesome employees are engaged in the process as they bring products to life. Their team of talented artists even include young artists, giving them an early start in showing off their skills.

Customers can bring their ideas to the Awesome Company and watch the magic happen as their ideas or visions come to life thanks to the talented team. Customers can even have their own store, such as for school or a civic group, and shop the designs made for them online.

In addition to designs that are more custom, customers can shop collections designed by the team artists. A neighborhood collection includes tees and hoodies to show off your Central Ohio hometown, and the autistic artists collection allows you to shop by artist.

Find them online:

www.theawesomecompany.com/ FB & IG: @theawesomecompanyofficial

LOCAL BUSINESS

The Art of Skin Esthetics Academy celebrated a grand opening in June. Find them in person at 2061 Stringtown Road, or online at: www.theartofskinacademy.com

Dan Schrader-Health Markets celebrated a grand opening in June. While Dan has been with Health Markets since 2018, and in the Grove City area since 2020, he moved his business from Hoover Rd. to Historic Town Center, having refurbished the former White’s Barbershop location.

CardCollector2 Sports recently celebrated the completion of its renovation and welcomed a big crowd to its fresh space! Find them in person at 3455 Grove City Rd., or online at: www.cardcollector2.com

Another Successful Golf Outing

by Sarah Hann

The GCACC hosted another successful Chamber Open golf outing. Unlike year’s past, this year’s weather was more than just ‘par’ and numerous teams with great volunteers made for a fantastic day at Hickory Hills Golf Club.

Congratulations to our following winners:

Team: Wright Graphics

Women’s Longest Drive: Julie Horvath, WrightPatt Credit Union Closest to Pin: Jon Keating, The Naz.

We couldn’t put on such a great event without the help of many sponsors and supporters. Thank you to our sponsors:

WrightPatt Credit Union

Zangmeister Cancer Center

Franklin County Banking Center

Thank you also to our many other sponsors and supporters: Auto Service Experts OH-By Sanderson Automotive, City of Grove City in appreciation of the Grove City Community, City Wide Asphalt and Construction, Coldwell Banker Realty-Kay Kaho, Elford, Flyers, Greenbaum Stiers, Howard Hannah Real Estate Services, GEICO, Monterey, Heartland Bank, Local Waste Services, Moo Moo Car Wash, Morley Parren Bright Insurance, Mojo on Broadway, Personal Healthcare Concierge, SERVPRO, Stynchula Foundation, WesBanco, Wright Graphics, Zamarelli’s Pizza Palace

Fun, Fitness and Family

What happens when you combine fun, fitness and family? One outcome is Abraham Bartlett’s newest Grove City business—DadBod Fitness.

Starting the business

In looking for new work early in 2023 and fueled by a love of fitness, exercise and youth coaching, Abraham completed his personal training certificate. As he explored this new fitness industry, he learned one thing for sure—working for someone else wasn’t for him. DadBod Fitness was born as a family business with the support of his wife Megan.

While this was a new world for Abe compared to his previous corporate work life and has held many surprises, some things did carry over from his 9-5 corporate management background.

“I’ve always had a passion for leadership, mentoring and helping others, so in that way there are transferable skills.”

The Name

We can’t not talk about the name—DadBod Fitness, though it can speak for itself as well. Abe sums it up well as he embraces the name, or even ‘title’ of “Dad Bod”.

“I have a dad bod, and always will, so why not embrace it?” he said. “Having a Dad Bod means, you’re active, you’re fit-ish but you’ll also enjoy a slice or two of pizza with your friends, and obviously, you’re a dad.”

The Fitness

With a passion for youth sports and coaching, and 15 years experience with youth coaching, Abe chose to make youth fitness one of the focus areas of DadBod Fitness.

“I’ve seen first-hand how important athletics, and mentoring can be to a child. However, it goes much deeper than that for me,” he said. “Youth sports are vital but youth fitness is even more important. Fitness isn’t just “exercising”, it’s movement and activity.”

Abe aims to put priority back on exercise and movement, and bring that to as many kids as possible so that they can these building blocks for their future. “Healthy, active, positive children become healthy, active, positive adults.”

And though KidsFit by DadBod Fitness is, as the name suggests, geared toward kids 6-13, the parents and adults are more than welcome to jump in too. A KidsFit session includes traditional exercises, but also games, music, and of course fun. The first KidsFit classes were held this summer to great success and attendance.

“There is nothing more encouraging than working out and having fun with your family.”

It’s not just client families engaging in DadBod Fitness, the business itself truly involves the whole family. As Abe told us, his wife works on marketing and bookkeeping tasks, his younger sons attend KidsFit classes and provide the examples of movements, and his adult daughter recently completed her personal training certificate and is diving into the KidsFit scene.

Additionally, DadBod Fitness offers personal training sessions tailored to all ages, activity levels and fitness goals, too. The goal is to continue expanding by offering KidsFit classes year-round, and also establishing additional youth fitness and group sessions.

“There is a definite need for these types of activities in our community and I feel blessed to be able to fill that void.”

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Suffering a workplace injury can be a very stressful experience. Going from fully functional to incapacitated in the blink of an eye, combined with angst and uncertainty about the future, makes for a very difficult time for an injured worker.

Adding more pressure to an already challenging situation is the complicated workers’ compensation system, which can be confusing to navigate. In the traditional model, many injured on the job were left feeling that their overall well-being was dismissed, while all that mattered was the operational impact. Today, employers and service providers are leaning into an advocacy-based approach, in which each employee is not just an asset but a human being deserving of empathy and assurance. This blog will highlight some of the ways we can provide injured workers with compassionate care focused on their individual needs.

Clinical support

A hallmark of quality care is ensuring that injured workers have access to the medical resources needed to maximize their recovery, optimize their experience, and produce the best outcome. Sometimes that means guiding them to top-performing physicians with experience in occupational medicine or specialty care; other times, it means advising those with minor injuries to pursue first aid or thoughtful self-care instead of unnecessary, unpleasant and costly trips to an emergency room. Clinical consultation and evaluation at the first notice of injury helps to ensure that appropriate care is delivered at the appropriate time. It also gives injured workers peace of mind they’re doing the right thing, will receive the right care, and won’t have to worry about out-of-pocket treatment costs. With nurses rated as America’s most honest and ethical professionals in the Gallup’s survey for more than 20 years, this early engagement can bring added trust to the claim process from the outset.

Case management is another strategy for getting injured workers the care and support they need. Drawing on their clinical training, nurse case managers are ideally positioned to work with treating physicians, employers, claims examiners and others to coordinate proper medical care for injured workers. In case of a severe, complex or catastrophic injury, a field case manager can be on site at the hospital or medical appointment to advocate for the injured worker, help them navigate the health care system, and provide a sympathetic ear. Having a nurse case manager in their corner — whether in person or a phone call away — can make all the difference for an injured worker and their family, who are looking for a personal connection during a very overwhelming time.

Recognizing the need for holistic care following an injury, behavioral health support is a key element of the advocacy model.

article also originated from the Sedgwick online blog. Sedgwick is GCACC’s workers’ comp partner, with our rep being Julia Bowling. You can reach Julia via email julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or meet her in person at the August 10 benefits cook-out event.

WORKPLACE SAFETY

Behavioral health specialists offer clinical expertise and guidance for injured workers and can help in identifying other related issues that should be addressed to maximize physical and mental/emotional recovery. Behavioral health support is particularly important in claims involving trauma, violence, mass casualties and other catastrophes, or psychosocial concerns like substance abuse, financial difficulties or family/relationship challenges. All of these factors, as well as anxiety or fear about returning to work, can impede healing and negatively affect overall well-being if left unchecked. Behavioral health specialists serve as caring advocates for injured workers, imparting coping skills that promote resilience and providing supportive assistance to help them overcome any barriers on the road to recovery.

Advocacy and empathy

From the first notice of injury to the end of the claim, the tone of every interaction should be supportive rather than adversarial. Employees may come into the claims process with a perception that the workers’ compensation system is “out to get them”; each positive touchpoint can chip away at that negative view, instead replacing it with confidence that the claims team is there to help. Clear, empathetic and frequent communication with the injured worker conveys accountability for their role in the process and their commitment to providing every available support resource throughout the journey.

Claims professionals may touch dozens of workers’ comp cases a day, but it’s likely those injured workers are going through this experience for the first time in their lives. They are scared about their health, their livelihood and taking care of their families. They’re worried about who will pay their medical bills and what they need to do next. In the advocacy model, claims professionals are charged with building trust and rapport with injured workers and enlisting the right clinical resources to support their recovery. By showing they care, claims and clinical professionals have the capacity to allay injured workers’ fears and bring a hefty dose of sensitivity and understanding to an unexpectedly difficult period.

Caring counts

Treating injured workers with care and empathy is not only the right thing to do; it also affects how claims ultimately resolve and yields great results for employers. Data shows that taking a holistic approach to workers’ compensation reduces claim durations, medical and indemnity costs, litigation rates and lost productivity. The advocacy model cuts down on friction in the process and significantly improves employees’ post-injury experience.

Additionally, advocacy helps to prevent employees from never returning to their jobs. Getting employees back to work after they’ve recovered from injury has always been important in workers’ comp, but it’s taken on greater significance in today’s tight labor market. Many of the jobs that are hardest to fill involve potentially dangerous work. The people in those roles perform critical societal functions but are more susceptible to injury. With many employers and industries already scrounging, they cannot afford for skilled talent to unnecessarily depart from the workforce. They also cannot afford to risk further injuries to other employees, so modifications should be considered as part of the overall solution. If talented individuals in these short-handed industries do sustain injuries on the job, they must be treated in a way that reflects the true value they bring to the table — because caring counts.

Safety in the Workplace

People are the greatest asset to any organization. When it comes to protecting employees, organizations — whether they’re in a fastmoving industry, such as food service/hospitality, health care, construction or energy or in a slower-paced field — must always work toward enhancing safety and quickly bringing new employees into the fold of the culture.

5 safety recommendations for employers to mitigate the risks of injury on the job:

Establish a strong safety culture: Safety standards and expectations — both enterprise-wise and location-specific — must be clearly documented and communicated, so those in new roles understand where not to take shortcuts and to instead err on the side of caution. It’s critical that management drive the safety culture, leading by example, reinforcing everyday practices and granting employees time for training. Workplace safety engagement should be personal, with a focus on caring for employees and enabling them to return home to their loved ones each day.

Start employees off on the right foot: It’s essential that safety-related messaging be included in orientation for new hires and those changing jobs within the organization. It should be apparent to new employees how the organization defines success with regard to safety. Even experienced professionals who say they don’t need to be trained should receive refreshers on safe use of the equipment they’ll be operating.

Focus on engagement: The connection between the mental, physical and social aspects of work is significant. Research shows that engaged employees in positive work environments are less likely to get injured. In an effort to promote employee safety, many organizations adopted workplace yoga and stretching programs in recent years. Studies of these efforts haven’t directly linked them to injury prevention but have shown their contributions to teambuilding and engagement — which, in turn, support employee safety. Mentorship from an experienced colleague or manager with the applicable skillsets and commitment to safety further promotes employee engagement.

Consider the role of technology: Many associate technology with distractions that can lead to accidents (like texting while working or driving), but the tech space has a lot to offer when it comes to employee safety. Wearable devices can improve employee health and safety behaviors when implemented effectively. Technology also enhances and expands safety training options, through gamification, engaging interactivity, realistic simulations and more.

Strive for continuous improvement: Safety training is not a “one and done.” Employees need ongoing refreshers on the organization’s expectations and should be evaluated at various intervals via surveys, behavioral checks and other means to ensure the training works in practice. Diverse learning styles and fresh training methods should be incorporated in any safety initiative; many adults learners gain the most information from a “tell-show-do” approach.

Where can you find families having fun, work teammates catching up, and employees close enough they greet each other with hugs… on a Monday night?

The answer is Rollhouse Columbus, the newest member to the family entertainment scene on the west/southwestern side of Columbus and Franklin County. Offering bowling, food and much more, Rollhouse truly has something for everyone. Our Chamber Business Connection team was able to explore Rollhouse and experience what they offer, from the tasty pizza to the board game feature wall.

The business

Columbus is one of numerous Rollhouse Entertainment locations located across Ohio. Rainie Owen, Event Sales & Marketing Coordinator, shared that the Columbus location has been owned for several years now, but the Rollhouse branding is settled in.

Owned by a husband and wife team, Rollhouse as a whole runs like a small business despite numerous locations. The drive to be family, serve families, and serve the community leads a center’s design. Rainie said they’ll consider both what is, and isn’t, in a community. The goal is “fitting in nicely with the community it serves.”

While Columbus isn’t the only location receiving Rainie’s attention, local managers Tabby Reid (general manager) and Nikki Wilson (assistant manager) oversee daily operations. Tabby and Nikki together can cover all the bases of running Rollhouse Columbus.

In the community

“We’re here to stay,” Rainie said of their place in the community. Rollhouse Entertainment strives for community involvement and the Columbus location is no different. Typical efforts they support include community bowling tournaments, food or other similar drives and involvement with local schools. Several high school bowling teams call Rollhouse Columbus “home” and the same can be said for the other locations across Ohio as they too house teams and host school tournaments.

Fun for all

“We want people to come in and feel welcomed,” Rainie said. Rollhouse Columbus aims to be a place for all, filling a gap in its immediate community and even the overall southwest side of Columbus. Beyond food and bowling, assorted games are available and unique to Columbus is the neighborhood bar.

Built to look like a place where everybody knows your name, the previously-empty space was converted into a bar that also houses favorite classics like pool and darts, in addition to oversized versions of games like giant checkers and giant Jenga. The feature wall, or “selfie wall” as Rainie calls it, is a collage of vintage board game board. Guests can spot their favorite games and snap a selfie worthy of Instagram.

But wait—the fin’s just getting started! Rollhouse Columbus offers assorted party packages, ready to celebrate any occasion. Parties are thoroughly thought out as Rainie said they will confirm details from color schemes to preferred activities. The planning process takes stress off the party planner and allows them to enjoy the birthday party, reunion, or other special occasion.

A party host will be on hand during a party to make sure things go smooth and even serve as the designated photographer so no one is missing from photos, and in turn the memories. Tabby told us this way parents aren’t missing from their child’s birthday pictures because they were, instead, behind the camera.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Team building/ business events

Rollhouse Columbus doesn’t just do birthday parties or reunions, but also various work events from appreciation nights to team building days to holiday parties. Rainie said they’ve hosted large gatherings in the hundreds for a party, to smaller groups for team bonding. Time together outside the office can be an important piece of working together.

“What’s fun is people come in and see a different side of your coworkers,” Rainie said.

Seeing these other sides of co-workers gives fellow co-workers a glimpse into their world—see that co-worker on a personal level. Rainie said people can walk away with an understanding, and even empathy, and a “why” for how someone is in the workplace. It creates deeper co-working bonds for better united teams.

Just as workplaces are unique, Rollhouse Columbus is ready to create an event as unique as the team. They’ve held events where co-workers did different bowling challenges to laugh and work together. They’ve also changed up party time structure so to accommodate workplaces with alternate schedules, such as open house-style parties and even a six-hour block with three ‘mini parties’ of a two-hour length within the time block so that whenever someone arrived they would have hot food and a fresh setting instead of feeling late to the party.

As the holiday season and end of the calendar year approaches, Rainie, Tabby, Nikki and the rest of the team prepare for the many workplace gatherings they’ll host. They look forward to hosting many local businesses, and Chamber member businesses, so roll on over to Georgesville Road for fun for everyone.

Rollhouse Columbus is very eager to host events for GCACC members/member businesses. See the coupons enclosed in this issue of Chamber Business Connection for Grove City Chamber Members, and keep an eye out for future member-exclusive offers from Rollhouse Columbus. To contact them, find them online at therollhouse.com/columbus or call 614-274-1169.

Grove City Chamber of Commerce Members only

Grove City Chamber of Commerce Members only

Grove City Chamber of Commerce Members only

News from the Foundation

The Grove City Chamber Foundation's Summer Awards reception took place on July 26th, further scholarships were conferred upon successful candidates. This ceremony was for recipients of both Renewing and Affiliate awards, with each one either presented in the name of a business or in memory of a certain individual. Here are the names of those acknowledged along with the kind of scholarship they were granted.

Upcoming Deadlines:

There are still two more rounds of Chamber Affiliate scholarships to be awarded, Sept. 15 and Dec. 15, to round out the 2023 scholarship schedule. To view the Affiliate application, and to get a jump on the High School scholarship application for the Class of 2024, visit: https://gcchamberfoundation.org/scholarships/

Ways to Support:

The Foundation's Annual Fundraiser, Fall for the Foundation, will be here before we know it! Make plans to join in the fun and fundraising on Friday October 20 at the Aladdin Shrine Center. Tickets are on sale now, and sponsorship opportunities are available! https://gcchamberfoundation.org/foundation-fundraiser/

Recipients

Olivia Bartley - Foundation

Megan Blackstone - Affiliate

Dylan Boso - Foundation/Creative Mobile Interiors

Chloe Clark - Foundation

Kaleb Coakley - Foundation

Alana Downin - Foundation

Katlyn Dreyer - Foundation/Dawkins Memorial

Kelley Dreyer - Foundation/Franklin County Banking Center

Madison Estep - Foundation

Alexis Fomby - Foundation

Rachel Forney - Foundation

Ava Forte - Affiliate

Kennedy Fulks - Foundation

Loren Goff - Foundation

Joey Lepard - Foundation

Charmaine Milburn - Affiliate

Andrew Renninger - Foundation

Helene Renninger - Foundation/Creative Mobile Interiors

Sydney Schuler - Foundation

Taylor Sobieck - Foundation

Sadie Storts - Foundation

Adeline Wheeler - Foundation/WesBanco

Gwenyth Wieging - Affiliate

To support the Foundation Scholarships visit their website GCChamberFounation.org

Artsinthe Alley/VoiceofGrove CityOpportunities

The Chamber’s biggest weekend of the year, Arts in the Alley including the Voice of Grove City, will be here next month!

This year’s Voice of Grove City has some exciting new changes in store that organizer Trent Soles shared with us. The competition will debut its new single-day, two-round format. The top 20 who will compete will be selected from the online video entries. This full day of competition will still showcase plenty of talent and music.

“Each artist will perform 1 song in the first round, while 10 are selected to sing 2 songs in the second round,” Trent said of the new format. The competition will still include a People’s Choice winner from the second (final) round, and will have a top three just like years prior. Voice of Grove City entries are now open and we’d love to have your video submission for consideration! Entries will be accepted until September 4 at 11:59 pm. To learn more and enter, visit: https://artsinthealley.us.launchpad6.com/voice-of-grove-city-2023

Looking for other Arts in the Alley scoop or how to get involved? Keep reading! Sponsor/advertise/volunteer Get your business name out there during Arts in the Alley! Opportunities to sponsor, advertise in the program, and volunteer are available. Reach out to the Chamber office if you have specific questions (614-875-9762), or find all of the forms on the website: https://www.gcchamber.org/arts/

Show off your artistic talents Artisan vendor applications are currently being juried and applicants will be considered until all spaces are full (because of press time delays, if you’re reading this and interested, please act quickly!). The various art shows are always eager for talent and is an exciting way to show off your skills. Learn about these opportunities at: https://www.gcchamber.org/arts/

Still have questions? Reach out to the office at 614-875-9762.

Nurturing Minds, Empowering Workplaces: Prioritizing Mental Health at Work

By: Katie Browder-Person

Recognizing and addressing mental health issues at work is pivotal for several reasons. Firstly, it promotes increased employee satisfaction, leading to improved productivity, reduced absenteeism, and enhanced team dynamics.

Focusing on mental health helps to reduce stress levels, which are known to be detrimental to physical health, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. A supportive workplace culture that prioritizes mental health allows individuals to thrive and reach their full potential. Many organizations today understand the importance of mental health support. Companies are proactively establishing resources for employees to seek help. Moreover, initiatives such as wellness workshops, flexible working arrangements, and open dialogue platforms create spaces where employees feel comfortable discussing mental health concerns without fear of judgment or reprisal.

Furthermore, the positive impact of mental health support extends beyond individual employees. It cultivates a nurturing work environment, leading to improved job satisfaction, employee retention, and even better relationships with clients and customers.

Creating an inclusive and compassionate workplace requires ongoing effort. Encouraging regular breaks, promoting work-life balance, and organizing stress-reducing activities can foster mental well-being. Additionally, fostering awareness through workshops, training, and campaigns helps reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues.

Prioritizing mental health in the workplace not only boosts productivity and engagement but also demonstrates an authentic commitment to employee well-being and social responsibility. By proactively providing avenues for assistance and creating a culture that promotes open communication and understanding, employers can truly make a positive impact on their employees' lives.

Establishing support for mental health in the workplace is essential for fostering ana empowering environment where employees can flourish. By recognizing the importance of mental well-being, providing accessible resources, and promoting open dialogue, organizations can demonstrate their commitment to employee welfare and create a positive ripple effect throughout the workplace. Together, let's break the stigma surrounding mental health and embark on a journey of collective growth and well-being in our professional lives. For information about adding mental health benefits to your benefits package contact an insurance member.

FARMERS MARKET

Have you come downtown to visit our annual Farmers' Market? Conveniently located just off Broadway you can find local vendors with everything from local produce, fresh flowers, handmade gifts, baked goods, coffee (mmm) and more....

Saturdays May through Sept. 9

8am-noon

(come early for the local favorites)

Historic Town Center, where Park meets Broadway

Summer favorites will begin showing up around July.

From the Editor's Desk

By Sarah Hann

From the Writer’s Notebook (This one is, quite literally, from my notebook )

Sometimes as a reporter (or, for me at least), you get ready to ask a question or bring up a new topic and while you don’t know the exact answer you’ll get, you know it’s going somewhere good

Such was the case the Monday our team went to Rollhouse and in chatting with Rainie, Tabby and Nikki I asked about the importance of team building and team bonding (given that Rollhouse hosts such events and spoiler alert, will have future discounts coming for Chamber members) With the family emphasis already established, I knew good things would come from this question

Great things came We talked about empathy, understanding our co-workers, even relating to them, and considering the “why” behind their ‘workplace selves’ as I included in my article Bottom line: our employees and co-workers are more than just a name on an ID card, desk plate, door sign, or spread sheet, so we should get to know them as such

I’ve been fortunate to only work for employers and team leaders who express care toward their employees, so it brought me great joy to hear such things from the Rollhouse leadership. People have, will, and I imagine will continue to quit jobs because they don’t feel a sense of care from those around or above them at work.

I would imagine we all care about our co-workers and our employees, but do we know them? Have we ever had a coffee chat with them? Do we even know if they like coffee? The things we can learn about a person in just the length of enjoying a hot beverage can fill in the details about them and answer that “why”. And that “why” can make worlds of difference in understanding each other in the workplace and truly being a family or family-like environment

Showing you care should be the priceless employee benefit, but we can take it another step, too With the Chamber benefits cook-out event coming up, here’s a thought: have that coffee/tea/cocoa chat and ask your employees about the benefits they’d like to see, and even ask about their goals which may reveal additional benefit ideas Write down those ideas and requests Then, join the Chamber team at Courtyard Marriott on August 10 and bring those ideas along so that you can pointed to the right folks who specialize in those benefits

For as complex as leadership books can make it seem, at the end of the day (or the last page of the book, maybe?) it comes down to understanding and caring

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