2017 01 january newsletter - lakewood...

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WE’RE IN BUSINESS FOR

YOUR BUSINESS

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C H A M B E R C O N N E C T I O N

I N S I D E T H I S

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T H I S M O N T H ’ S

M E E T I N G 2

T A S K F O R C E

N E W S 3

U P C O M I N G

E V E N T S 4

C O S E C O R N E R 5

M E M B E R N E W S

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M E M B E R S 9

S P E C I A L P O I N T S

O F I N T E R E S T :

• Announcing the 2017

Speaker Series: page 2

• Holiday Bid & Buy

auction recap: pages 6-7

• Update your profile on

the Chamber website:

page 9

Happy 2017!

It is a new year - full of potential - and I’m sure you're thinking of ways

to GROW YOUR BUSINESSGROW YOUR BUSINESSGROW YOUR BUSINESSGROW YOUR BUSINESS. This is when your Chamber membership

can be most valuable and here’s how we can help you thrive in 2017.

STAY CONNECTED:STAY CONNECTED:STAY CONNECTED:STAY CONNECTED: Network and attend events to get information and

support from fellow business and civic leaders. Join us for the 2017

Speaker Series. Just one meeting a quarter, with a fantastic line-up of

presenters you won’t want to miss!

WORK SMARTERWORK SMARTERWORK SMARTERWORK SMARTER: We offer fantastic educational workshops that are open to you and your employees.

We also partner with COSE on webinars and the annual Small Business Conference.

MARKET INTELLIGENTLY:MARKET INTELLIGENTLY:MARKET INTELLIGENTLY:MARKET INTELLIGENTLY: Take advantage of inexpensive advertising opportunities afforded Chamber

members through event sponsorships, print publications, the newsletter, and our website.

SPEND WISELY:SPEND WISELY:SPEND WISELY:SPEND WISELY: Look into the potential discounts and benefits that are available to you through your

membership. From Anthem Healthcare to the COSE Energy Choice Program, we offer a variety of

options. Visit our website at www.lakewoodchamber.org to see a complete list of programs that can

save you money.

I encourage you to use your membership this year. Get involved, get educated, increase your visibility,

establish connections, build relationships and save money. Remember our tagline... We're in Business We're in Business We're in Business We're in Business

for your Businessfor your Businessfor your Businessfor your Business.

Here’s to 2017 - A Happy & Prosperous New Year!

F R O M T H E C E O & P R E S I D E N T

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T H I S M O N T H ’ S M E E T I N G : R E G I O N O N T H E R I S E

$20/members, $25/members. Purchase the entire 2017 Speaker Series and save $10 before January 18th. Register today!

http://lakewoodchamberoh.chambermaster.com/events/details/january-2017-luncheon-region-on-the-rise-352

T H A N K Y O U T O O U R 2 0 1 7 S P E A K E R S E R I E S S P O N S O R S

Join us for the first presentation in our 2017 Speaker Series:

Deb Janik, VP of Real Estate &Deb Janik, VP of Real Estate &Deb Janik, VP of Real Estate &Deb Janik, VP of Real Estate & Business DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentBusiness Development

Greater Cleveland PartnershipGreater Cleveland PartnershipGreater Cleveland PartnershipGreater Cleveland Partnership

presents “Region on the Rise” “Region on the Rise” “Region on the Rise” “Region on the Rise” a discussion about the impact that important events such as the NBA

playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA World Championship, the Republican National Convention, the

Cleveland Indians’ playoff run, and the MLB World Series have had on the region, and the increased

visibility and economic development forecasted for the Cleveland region in the years to come.

Friday, January 20th Brennan’s Catering & Banquet Center

11:30am registration & networking 13000 Triskett Road, Cleveland OH 44111

12pm lunch & program

Deb Janik

The 2017 Speaker Series brings to the Lakewood

Chamber of Commerce distinguished individuals from

across the region who are leaders in their fields of

business, government and economic development.

Join us for this exciting and unique series of

presentations featuring four keynote-level speakers

who will discuss some of the region’s most interesting

topics.

Region on the Rise Region on the Rise Region on the Rise Region on the Rise Deb Janik, Vice President of Real

Estate & Business Development, Greater Cleveland Partnership. Luncheon event on Friday, January 20th at Brennan’s (see above).

Cleveland Metroparks 100 Years: 1917Cleveland Metroparks 100 Years: 1917Cleveland Metroparks 100 Years: 1917Cleveland Metroparks 100 Years: 1917----2017 2017 2017 2017 Brian Zimmerman, Chief Executive Officer, Cleveland Metroparks. Luncheon event on

Friday, April 7 at The Clifton Club, 17884 Lake Road, Lakewood.

“The Secret Sauce: BBQ, Bourbon & Beer” “The Secret Sauce: BBQ, Bourbon & Beer” “The Secret Sauce: BBQ, Bourbon & Beer” “The Secret Sauce: BBQ, Bourbon & Beer” A Happy Hour event featuring a discussion with Shane Vidovic and Ted Dupaski, owners of

The Proper Pig Smokehouse. Thursday, July 13th at Mahall’s 20 Lanes, 13200 Madison Avenue, Lakewood. 6-8pm.

Can Lakewood Become the Healthiest City in America? Can Lakewood Become the Healthiest City in America? Can Lakewood Become the Healthiest City in America? Can Lakewood Become the Healthiest City in America? Luncheon with Dr. James Hekman, Medical Director of the Cleveland Clinic

Lakewood Family Health Center. Luncheon event on Friday, October 20th at Brennan’s.

Thank you to Cleveland Clinic Lakewood, Cox Business, COSECleveland Clinic Lakewood, Cox Business, COSECleveland Clinic Lakewood, Cox Business, COSECleveland Clinic Lakewood, Cox Business, COSE, and First Federal LakewoodFirst Federal LakewoodFirst Federal LakewoodFirst Federal Lakewood, our 2017 Speaker Series Sponsors.

For more information on this year’s Speaker Series visit http://lakewoodchamber.org/2017-speaker-series/

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Economic Development Task Force Economic Development Task Force Economic Development Task Force Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force invites you to attend the first luncheon of our 2017 Speaker Series. On January 20th, Deb

Janik, VP of Real Estate & Business Development with the Greater Cleveland Partnership, will present “Region on the Rise”. Join us

to find out the impact events like the 2016 Cav’s Championship, the RNC, THE redevelopment of Public Square and the 2016 World

Series are having on our region.

Membership & Marketing Task Force Membership & Marketing Task Force Membership & Marketing Task Force Membership & Marketing Task Force

Did you know that there are many affordable ways to advertise and promote your business through the Lakewood Chamber? We

offer a variety of options that are targeted to the local business community. From website banner ads, monthly email blasts and

Member 2 Member discounts - to event and meeting sponsorship opportunities; there is something at every price level. Check out

http://lakewoodchamber.org/category/member_benefits/marketing_opportunities/ to find out more.

Education & Programming Task Force Education & Programming Task Force Education & Programming Task Force Education & Programming Task Force

The Education Task Force is planning a workshop for our hospitality industry for February 28, 2017. The topic will be work force

development and what a business can do to recruit and retain good employees.

Legislative & Governmental Affairs Task Force Legislative & Governmental Affairs Task Force Legislative & Governmental Affairs Task Force Legislative & Governmental Affairs Task Force

The Legislative & Governmental Affairs Task Force will be hosting the Annual Chamber versus City Hall Bowling Tournament in March

as a fun way to build better relationships with our elected officials. Stay tuned for more information.

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►Interested in getting involved with one of our Task Forces or committees? Contact Patty Ryan at [email protected].

T A S K F O R C E & C O M M I T T E E N E W S

F R O M T H E B O A R D C H A I R

It seems that we are being barraged with articles, posts, memes and broadcasts about the deficiencies of

2016. A bitter U.S. presidential election, celebrity deaths, floods, fires, terrorist attacks and more have all

contributed to a rather bleak reflection of the year most recently past. Even the most positive of people are

feeling laden with negativity. It’s time to close the 2016 door and open a window to let the fresh air of 2017

flow in. Embrace new possibilities. Rebuild. Seek new beginnings. Find a fresh start. It won’t be easy, but it will

be worth it. Take a deep breath and take the first step. After all, the secret of getting ahead is getting started.

Wishing you success in your life and with your business in the New Year.

-Julie

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New benefits available withNew benefits available withNew benefits available withNew benefits available with dual dual dual dual

membership in COSE and the Lakewood membership in COSE and the Lakewood membership in COSE and the Lakewood membership in COSE and the Lakewood

Chamber of CommerceChamber of CommerceChamber of CommerceChamber of Commerce

Dual members now have access to new

resources and opportunities for your

business.

Join the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce

and COSE at the Savings and Support Savings and Support Savings and Support Savings and Support

LevelLevelLevelLevel or the Business Connections LevelBusiness Connections LevelBusiness Connections LevelBusiness Connections Level and

receive standard benefits at each level plus

additional opportunities and resources.

Contact COSE with your questions about dual

membership at 216-592-2355 or email

[email protected].

For over 40 years, COSE (Council of Smaller Enterprises) has protected

and advocated for the small businesses in the region. As the region’s small

business expert organization, COSE offers its members networking and

educational events, advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues and cost-

effective group purchasing programs. The programs and services COSE

offers are designed to grow Northeast Ohio’s small business community

successfully.

D O U B L E Y O U R B E N E F I T S W I T H A C H A M B E R / C O S E D U A L M E M B E R S H I P

U P C O M I N G E V E N T S — S A V E T H E D A T E S :

View all upcoming Lakewood Chamber events at www.lakewoodchamber.org.

Tuesday, February 28thTuesday, February 28thTuesday, February 28thTuesday, February 28th

Hospitality Industry Labor Summit

11:30am

Ranger Café at West ShoreRanger Café at West ShoreRanger Café at West ShoreRanger Café at West Shore, 14100 Franklin Blvd., Lakewood

Friday, January 20thFriday, January 20thFriday, January 20thFriday, January 20th

Speaker: Deb Janik, VP of Real Estate & Business Development, Greater Cleveland Partnership. “Region on the Rise”

Sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Lakewood, COSE, Cox Business, and First Federal Lakewood

Luncheon at Brennan’s Catering & Banquet CenterBrennan’s Catering & Banquet CenterBrennan’s Catering & Banquet CenterBrennan’s Catering & Banquet Center, 13000 Triskett Road, Cleveland

See page 2 for details.

Tuesday, February 28thTuesday, February 28thTuesday, February 28thTuesday, February 28th

Fat Tuesday Business After Hours Networking Event with the Rocky River Chamber of Commerce

Sponsored by Cox BusinessCox BusinessCox BusinessCox Business

5:30-7pm

River Dog Café, 19900 Detroit Road, Rocky River

Food and favors on the house. Cash bar.

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COSE WedEd Series: Creating a Healthy, HighCOSE WedEd Series: Creating a Healthy, HighCOSE WedEd Series: Creating a Healthy, HighCOSE WedEd Series: Creating a Healthy, High----Performing WorkplacePerforming WorkplacePerforming WorkplacePerforming Workplace

Thursday, JanuaryThursday, JanuaryThursday, JanuaryThursday, January 26 | 11:00am26 | 11:00am26 | 11:00am26 | 11:00am ---- 12:00 pm12:00 pm12:00 pm12:00 pm

Does your work culture energize or exhaust employees? Find out how the health of employees and the health of your bottom line

are very much aligned in this engaging webinar. It’s easier and more important than ever to support wellbeing in your workplace for

increased productivity, engagement and retention.

Save the Date! 2017 GCP Internship Summit Thursday, Feb 9 | 7:30aSave the Date! 2017 GCP Internship Summit Thursday, Feb 9 | 7:30aSave the Date! 2017 GCP Internship Summit Thursday, Feb 9 | 7:30aSave the Date! 2017 GCP Internship Summit Thursday, Feb 9 | 7:30a----1pm 1pm 1pm 1pm

Please mark your calendar and save the date for our 2017 Internship Summit on Thursday, February 9, 2017 Thursday, February 9, 2017 Thursday, February 9, 2017 Thursday, February 9, 2017 from 7:30am to

1:00pm at the Embassy Suites, 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd., North in Independence. We’ll provide more details soon.

The 2016 event, which included the launch of GCP’s Internship Central initiative, was attended by about 250 educators and

business community representatives.

Save the Date: COSE Annual MeetingSave the Date: COSE Annual MeetingSave the Date: COSE Annual MeetingSave the Date: COSE Annual Meeting Thursday, March 2Thursday, March 2Thursday, March 2Thursday, March 2 | 5:30| 5:30| 5:30| 5:30---- 8:30pm House of Blues8:30pm House of Blues8:30pm House of Blues8:30pm House of Blues |||| ClevelandClevelandClevelandCleveland

This annual, must-attend gathering features contestants of LeBron James and Maverick

Carter’s hit reality TV series, “Cleveland Hustles”, who have succeeded in making their

entrepreneurial dreams come to fruition. Our panelists will talk about their businesses one

year after being part of the series, the challenges of fast growth and the change they’ve

experienced in both themselves as entrepreneurs and the local neighborhood they chose to

invest in to drive their business.

Reduce Your Energy Usage and Your Operating ExpensesReduce Your Energy Usage and Your Operating ExpensesReduce Your Energy Usage and Your Operating ExpensesReduce Your Energy Usage and Your Operating Expenses

COSE has teamed with FirstEnergy’s Ohio Utilities to provide member businesses with an

exclusive energy savings opportunity. The first step is a comprehensive assessment of how

your facility uses power; gas, electric, even steam. The best part? There’s no out of pocket There’s no out of pocket There’s no out of pocket There’s no out of pocket

expenseexpenseexpenseexpense! Read what Craig Wallace, CEO of PACE Engineering, Inc., learned from his energy

audit with the COSE Energy Advisors.

"Every firm looks to lower their operating costs. Pace Engineering took advantage of the

energy audit that COSE offered. Energy accounts for 4% of our costs from process gas and

electricity used in our manufacturing to general uses heat and lighting. Most people view

energy costs as fixed. The energy audit identified a number of projects that when imple-

mented will reduce our energy costs more than 9%. We were surprised because five years

ago, we spent more than $250,000 on energy efficiency projects. From the COSE audit, we

learned where our energy is consumed and have uncovered even more savings than were

identified in the audit." - Craig Wallace, CEO PACE Engineering, Inc.

We look forward to providing you more options than anywhere else and providing a no-cost consultative review of your bills. For

general questions, please feel free the COSE Energy Team at (216) 592-2205.

Register for these and all COSE events at www.cose.org/events


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T H A N K Y O U F O R S U P P O R T I N G T H E 2 0 1 6 H O L I D A Y B I D & B U Y O N L I N E A U C T I O N

The 8th Annual Holiday

Bid & Buy online auction

is now closed. The auc-

tion was a great way for

the region’s holiday

shoppers and the 400,000+ members of

the Bidding For Good community to shop

online and shop local while making a differ-

ence: Over $6000 was raised in support of

the Chamber’s economic development

programs.

The power and reach of the online auction

continues to grow. This year we had winning

bids from Lakewood, Avon Lake, Chagrin

Falls, Bay Village, Westlake, Middleburg

Heights, New Concord, Lagrange OH, Novi

MI, New York NY, Pasadena and Los Angeles

CA, and even Oshawa ON Canada! We love

promoting and spreading the word about

our great local businesses!

Thanks to everyone who participated in this

great community event – especially Amy

Collins of Lakewood Dish Dash Lakewood Dish Dash Lakewood Dish Dash Lakewood Dish Dash (this year’s

donations coordinator), the businesses

who donated items, and our fabulous

sponsors!

Lakewood Dish DashLakewood Dish DashLakewood Dish DashLakewood Dish Dash

Pink Lotus Yoga

Beat CyclesBeat CyclesBeat CyclesBeat Cycles

Lakewood Historical SocietyLakewood Historical SocietyLakewood Historical SocietyLakewood Historical Society

Urban Bulk FoodsUrban Bulk FoodsUrban Bulk FoodsUrban Bulk Foods

Ranger Cafe @ West ShoreRanger Cafe @ West ShoreRanger Cafe @ West ShoreRanger Cafe @ West Shore

Burgers 2 BeerBurgers 2 BeerBurgers 2 BeerBurgers 2 Beer

Mahall’s 20 LanesMahall’s 20 LanesMahall’s 20 LanesMahall’s 20 Lanes

Lakewood Music AcademyLakewood Music AcademyLakewood Music AcademyLakewood Music Academy

GV Art + DesignGV Art + DesignGV Art + DesignGV Art + Design

The Sweet Spot

Madison Avenue Car WashMadison Avenue Car WashMadison Avenue Car WashMadison Avenue Car Wash

Cleveland MagazineCleveland MagazineCleveland MagazineCleveland Magazine

Gina DeSantis CeramicsGina DeSantis CeramicsGina DeSantis CeramicsGina DeSantis Ceramics

Fear’s ConfectionsFear’s ConfectionsFear’s ConfectionsFear’s Confections

Maria L. Shinn, AttorneyMaria L. Shinn, AttorneyMaria L. Shinn, AttorneyMaria L. Shinn, Attorney

Dewey’s Pizza

Lion and BlueLion and BlueLion and BlueLion and Blue

Blackbird Baking CompanyBlackbird Baking CompanyBlackbird Baking CompanyBlackbird Baking Company

Forbici Salon

West End TavernWest End TavernWest End TavernWest End Tavern

John Lanson, Cox BusinessJohn Lanson, Cox BusinessJohn Lanson, Cox BusinessJohn Lanson, Cox Business

Erie DesignErie DesignErie DesignErie Design

City Visitor Communications

Two Men and a TruckTwo Men and a TruckTwo Men and a TruckTwo Men and a Truck

Little Lakewood Pasta Company & Lakewood

Community Kitchen

Men’s Cuts

Paula Reed

STEM Handmade Soap

India Garden

Achieve Fitness LakewoodAchieve Fitness LakewoodAchieve Fitness LakewoodAchieve Fitness Lakewood

Mike Daso, AXA AdvisorsMike Daso, AXA AdvisorsMike Daso, AXA AdvisorsMike Daso, AXA Advisors

Brennan’s Catering & Banquet CenterBrennan’s Catering & Banquet CenterBrennan’s Catering & Banquet CenterBrennan’s Catering & Banquet Center

Lakewood High School Principal Keith AhearnLakewood High School Principal Keith AhearnLakewood High School Principal Keith AhearnLakewood High School Principal Keith Ahearn

Plantation Home

Thai Thai

Steve Barry BuickSteve Barry BuickSteve Barry BuickSteve Barry Buick

Lisa Tomm, Hospice of the Western ReserveLisa Tomm, Hospice of the Western ReserveLisa Tomm, Hospice of the Western ReserveLisa Tomm, Hospice of the Western Reserve

Jammy BuggarsJammy BuggarsJammy BuggarsJammy Buggars

LaTrese Yelder, Howard Hanna

Indigo Perfumery

Beck Center for the ArtsBeck Center for the ArtsBeck Center for the ArtsBeck Center for the Arts

Barroco GrillBarroco GrillBarroco GrillBarroco Grill

Amy Collins

Cardboard Helicopter

Paisley MonkeyPaisley MonkeyPaisley MonkeyPaisley Monkey

Folicle (a salon)Folicle (a salon)Folicle (a salon)Folicle (a salon)

Bill Craighead, Cleveland Home TitleBill Craighead, Cleveland Home TitleBill Craighead, Cleveland Home TitleBill Craighead, Cleveland Home Title

Pete Nelson, Dollar BankPete Nelson, Dollar BankPete Nelson, Dollar BankPete Nelson, Dollar Bank

Aladdin’s EateryAladdin’s EateryAladdin’s EateryAladdin’s Eatery

Carol Lynn’s Salon PlusCarol Lynn’s Salon PlusCarol Lynn’s Salon PlusCarol Lynn’s Salon Plus

Geiger’s Clothing & SportsGeiger’s Clothing & SportsGeiger’s Clothing & SportsGeiger’s Clothing & Sports

Salt+Salt+Salt+Salt+

Cotton

Heirloom Barber & Shave Shop

YUZU

Melt Bar and GrilledMelt Bar and GrilledMelt Bar and GrilledMelt Bar and Grilled

Deagan’s Kitchen & BarDeagan’s Kitchen & BarDeagan’s Kitchen & BarDeagan’s Kitchen & Bar

Breadsmith of LakewoodBreadsmith of LakewoodBreadsmith of LakewoodBreadsmith of Lakewood

Daniel Pruitt Studio

Angelo’s PizzaAngelo’s PizzaAngelo’s PizzaAngelo’s Pizza

Stella and Shay Beauty Bar

Sacred Hour Wellness Spa

Humble Wine BarHumble Wine BarHumble Wine BarHumble Wine Bar

Bob Soltys, Photographer

Artists Uncork’d

Graftech InternationalGraftech InternationalGraftech InternationalGraftech International

Sweet Designs ChocolatierSweet Designs ChocolatierSweet Designs ChocolatierSweet Designs Chocolatier

DMS Management SolutionsDMS Management SolutionsDMS Management SolutionsDMS Management Solutions

The Tea Lab

Serpentini Winterhurst ArenaSerpentini Winterhurst ArenaSerpentini Winterhurst ArenaSerpentini Winterhurst Arena

Diane Helbig, Seize This DayDiane Helbig, Seize This DayDiane Helbig, Seize This DayDiane Helbig, Seize This Day

Rhythm & Grace Ballroom Dance Studio

Judy Montgomery

Thank you to these

outstanding

businesses

and individuals

who donated items to

this year’s auction!


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Thank you to our 2016 Holiday Bid & Buy Auction Sponsors:Thank you to our 2016 Holiday Bid & Buy Auction Sponsors:Thank you to our 2016 Holiday Bid & Buy Auction Sponsors:Thank you to our 2016 Holiday Bid & Buy Auction Sponsors:

Star Sponsors

Mistletoe Sponsors

Jingle Bell Sponsors

D E C E M B E R E V E N T P H O T O S

Chamber Board Chair Julie Warren of Erie DesignErie DesignErie DesignErie Design once again congratulates Pete Nelson of Dollar Dollar Dollar Dollar

Bank, Bank, Bank, Bank, our 2016 NOACC Bright Star at our December 8th Holiday Party at First Federal LakewoodFirst Federal LakewoodFirst Federal LakewoodFirst Federal Lakewood.

The Chamber Bright Stars were recognized on Thursday, October 27th at the 9th Annual

Chamber Bright Star Awards presentation of the Northern Ohio Area Chambers of Commerce

(NOACC) at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.

About 40 chambers of commerce across northern Ohio nominated a person from their chamber

as their “Bright Star,” to recognize a chamber member who has “made a significant impact on

the chamber through membership, retention, sponsorship, economic development, operations

and/or education.” Each Bright Star is an active chamber member for no less than two years and

is likely to be an unsung hero or a dedicated behind-the-scenes volunteer.

Thank you again Pete Nelson!


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M E M B E R N E W S & E V E N T S

Important information from the City of LakewoodCity of LakewoodCity of LakewoodCity of Lakewood regarding the demolition of the Professional Office Building at Belle & Detroit:

Detroit Avenue between Marlowe and St. Charles will be closed from Monday January 9th to Friday January 13th between 7:30am and

5:30pm from for the demolition of the north wall of the Professional Office building. The street will reopen after 5:30pm each day, and

close at 7:30am each morning. The sidewalk on the north side of Detroit will remain open during the demolition. Streets north of

Detroit can be accessed from Clifton for residents of those streets and for patrons of businesses that are looking for parking. The RTA

#26 bus line will be rerouted to adjust for the temporary closure. For more details visit

http://www.onelakewood.com/detroit-avenue-between-st-charles-and-marlowe-to-be-closed-temporarily-for-construction/

Congratulations to Cindy Einhouse, President/CEO of Beck Center of the Arts Beck Center of the Arts Beck Center of the Arts Beck Center of the Arts (and past Chair of the Lakewood Chamber of

Commerce), for completing the Goldman Sachs' "10,000 Small Businesses" program at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®). Cindy

is one of 35 business leaders in the program’s latest graduating class. She spent 14 weeks at Tri-C studying a specialized business

and management curriculum designed for entrepreneurs.

Tour the new academic wing of Lakewood High School Lakewood High School Lakewood High School Lakewood High School on Tuesday, January 24 from 6-8 p.m. The wing, which is on Robinwood

Avenue and connected perpendicularly to the existing west wing of the school, will be open to students and staff for classes beginning

on Tuesday, January 3. Open House attendees should enter through the main entrance on Franklin Boulevard.

Lakewood Public Library Lakewood Public Library Lakewood Public Library Lakewood Public Library recently installed a stainless steel bicycle repair stand. Located in front of the Main Library at 15425 Detroit

Avenue, the stand includes an air pump and other tools necessary to perform bicycle repairs and maintenance from inflating or

changing flat tires to adjusting brakes and derailleurs. The stand’s purchase was made possible by a generous gift from The Friends

of Lakewood Public Library. Its installation was welcomed by members of Bike Cleveland and Bike Lakewood, local non-profit advoca-

cy groups for bicyclists. Ryan Sheldon, owner of Beat CyclesBeat CyclesBeat CyclesBeat Cycles, stated: “It’s amazing to see other organizations embracing bike culture.”

Congratulations to VMCAD College VMCAD College VMCAD College VMCAD College on their 50-year anniversary! Formerly known as Virginia Marti College of Art and Design, VMCAD is

a nationally accredited college that prepares students to compete in creative fields with the most dynamic growth potential, offering

accredited degrees in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Graphic Design, and Interior Design.

Beck Center for the Arts Beck Center for the Arts Beck Center for the Arts Beck Center for the Arts is seeking an experienced and talented individual to join the organization as Director of Accounting. The ideal

candidate will be a highly organized, innovative, detail-oriented and energetic person with financial management, financial reporting

and budgeting experience. A Bachelor’s degree or CPA is preferred, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, tact

and diplomacy and the ability to present complex financial information to the staff and board. A passion for arts and education is a

must. For more information about the position and to apply in confidence, please send your resume and salary expectations to

Lucinda Einhouse [email protected]) No phone calls please.

Pillars of Lakewood Pillars of Lakewood Pillars of Lakewood Pillars of Lakewood members and guests are welcome to attend “Data Crunch Lunch: Municipal Budget”, the first of a series of

discussions on the Economics of Lakewood. This month Jennifer Pae, the Finance Director for the City of LakewoodCity of LakewoodCity of LakewoodCity of Lakewood, will facilitate a

roundtable discussion on the 2017 Municipal Budget at Deagan’s on Friday, January 6th from 1:30-2:30pm. Visit

http://lakewoodpillars.com/data-crunch-lunch-city-lakewood-budget/ for details.

Welcome to Lakewood Rising Star Coffee Roasters, who launched their aeropress / pour over coffee bar inside of Bottlehouse

Brewery's Lakewood location (13368 Madison) in December. Their operating hours are Monday-Saturday 6am—4pm and Sunday

8am—4pm. They also carry bakery items from fire food and drink. Michele Kilroy, Brand Evangelist for Rising Star Coffee Roasters,

invites Chamber members to this pop up café and to consider using the space for any staff or board meetings.

Has your business been featured in the news? Do you have an announcement or a one-time special event to share?

Send your press release, link, or short summary to [email protected] by the 25th of this month.

Items received by the 25th will be included in next month’s newsletter.

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M E M B E R I N F O RM A T I O N C E N T E R :

A D D E V E N T S , J O B P O S T I N G S , M E M B E R D E A L S , & M O R E

Lieberman, Dvorin & Dowd, LLCLieberman, Dvorin & Dowd, LLCLieberman, Dvorin & Dowd, LLCLieberman, Dvorin & Dowd, LLC

Darren Dowd

30195 Chagrin Blvd. Ste. 300

Pepper Pike OH 44124-5703

Tel 216-453-1100

www.lddlegal.com

Attorney At Law

In 2016 the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce implemented a member management system called

ChamberMaster to track and summarize all relevant data regarding our members. Promoting our

members is a significant responsibility and ChamberMaster allows us to take promoting our

members to a whole new level.

Login to the MIC via our homepage under “Member Login”. Once you log in, you can perform all of the functions listed above. Need

a login invitation resent? Call the Chamber at 216-226-2900. Need help? Check out the training links on our website:

http://lakewoodchamber.org/mic-tutorials/.

These marketing tools are value-added benefits of being a member of the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce and are included with

your membership. Take advantage of your membership and update your listing today!


W E L C O M E T O O U R N E W E S T C H A M B E R M E M B E R S

The Proper Pig SmokehouseThe Proper Pig SmokehouseThe Proper Pig SmokehouseThe Proper Pig Smokehouse

Shane Vidovic

17100 Detroit Ave.

Lakewood OH 44107

Tel 440-665-3768

www.properpigsmokehouse.com/

Restaurant

RevLocalRevLocalRevLocalRevLocal

Amy Davis-VanderEyk

2054 West 10th St.

Cleveland OH 44113

Tel: 440-503-4141

www.localsearchcleveland.com

Advertising & Marketing

As a member of the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce, you have access to the Members-only

Information Center (MIC) which gives you the opportunity to market your business

to consumers visiting the Member Directory on www.lakewoodchamber.org.

Enhance your informational page with web links and text. Post hot deals, job openings

and events. Add keywords to help consumers find you when they run searches.

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