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Chairwoman: Betty Collins Brady Ware & Company

Vice Chairmanof Operations: Rick Conover Aflac

Vice Chairwomanof BusinessDevelopment: Betty Clark CPMedia & Marketing Services

Treasurer: Scott Robinson WesBanco

Secretary: Kandace Watkins Bercley Woods

Director: Jennifer Chiappisi Fourth Floor Interactive

Director: Mary S. Held Mary Held & Associates

Director: Terri Loughry Loughry Insurance Services

Director: John Persons Sign-A-Rama of Gahanna

Director: Susan Peters Gahanna Convention & Visitors Bureau

Director: Ron Smith SOH Productions

Director: Emanuel Torres Gahanna Planning & Development

President: Leslee Blake

OfficeAdministrator: Becky Whittington

2014 OfficersBoard of Directors

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April Membership Luncheon Review

Marketing with Millennials held on April 10th at the Creekside Conference &

Event Center provided members with insightful information into the communication nuances of a Millennial. With panelists Carly Turcu, Two

Men and a Truck, Ursula Marioth, ITT Technical Institute, Chris Branham, KEMBA Financial Credit Union and program

moderator Ron Smith, President/ Founder of SOH Productions who opened the meeting with these notable statistics.

Millennials are the roughly 65 million Americans between the ages of 18 and 34. This is a coveted demographic for brands and merchants. They spend a lot of money, even if they have little discretionary income.

Most Millennials are college-educated. They have an unemployment rate in excess of 15% — counting those who have dropped out of the labor force and are no longer looking for work. A substantial number are underemployed, working only part-time. Yet their spending habits do not reflect their financial reality. Most are not interested in saving.

While Millennials spend heavily on clothing, food, electronics and entertainment they often have little interest in owning houses or automobiles. Online shopping is certainly more convenient than purchasing at your traditional walk in retail store and Millennials are very comfortable doing a

substantial amount of purchasing online.

52% of them are more likely to make an impulse purchase. 78% of Millennials are more likely to select a merchant with a loyalty program than one without one. Though many brand manufacturers and retailers fret that Millennials exhibit no brand loyalty, these shoppers will continue to show interest in a brand that continually rewards them. It also helps if their friends and those that influence their buying decisions provide buzz on social media sites about a particular brand. Millennials are typically users of coupons and always look for deals before purchasing.

Mobile devices and social media are an integral part of their lives and they rely heavily on both for product and price information. According to a survey conducted by Research Now, 58% of Millennial respondents acknowledged engaging in showrooming, nearly 10 % more than older shoppers. And over 19 % of Millennial shoppers have been in a store and purchased an item via their mobile phone from a different retailer while still in the store, twice the rate of all other respondents.

Special thanks to Creekside Conference & Event Center, program sponsor, WesBanco Bank, exhibitor and Paula Megert, Mid Ohio Strategic Technologies, our greeter.

Membership RenewalsCompany Year

Accurate Transportation, Inc. 2112

Anderson Tax & Consulting, LLC 2006

Asphalt Services of Ohio, Inc. 2010

Best Courier, Inc. 2005

Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio 2003

Buffalo Wild Wings 2009

Carrie L. Yamamoto, CPA 2005

Codrea Financial Services 2010

Coldwell Banker King Thompson 1997

Columbus Asphalt Paving. Inc. 2001

CompManagement, Inc. 1999

Darimar Martial Arts, Inc. 1999

Doyle Financial Services 2007

EXIT Trinity Realty 2003

Gahanna Convention & Visitors Bureau 2002

Giant Eagle, Inc. 2003

Golden Delight Bakery East 2012

Hilton Garden Inn - Columbus Airport 2012

The Hickory House 2013

The Ink Well 2010

Kristal & Forche Orthodontics 2010

Kroger Stoneridge 1998

Luftman, Heck & Associates, LLP 2013

Max & Erma’s 2013

Mid Ohio Strategic Technologies Diamond 2006

New Albany Gardens & Care Center Emerald 2003

Ohio State University Medical Center Emerald 2010

OHM Advisors 2008

Orthopedic One Emerald 2012

Pearle Vision 2011

Rehabilitation & Health Center of Gahanna Emerald 2011

Rightway Heating & Cooling 2012

Shepherd Church of the Nazarene 2004

Sort & Pack, Inc. 2012

The Ohio Academy Paul Mitchell 2007

Thrivent Financial 2013

Tilton’s Automotive Service 2009

Your Private MD, LLC 2012

Current Membership: 408 n

Deadline for Advertising in June. Issue: May 16

Welcome New MembersAction COACH

Deb Aungst309 E. Weber Rd., Columbus OH 43202

(614) 306-0509, [email protected] by: Charlie Collins, Collins Financial Services

Type of Business: Business coaching, training and consulting

Brenda Carsey, Keller Williams Greater ColumbusBrenda Carsey

5495 New Albany Rd. W., New Albany OH 43054(614) 542-9693, [email protected]

Type of Business: Real Estate

Deliberate Dynamics Performance TrainingEddie Clark

5726 Westbourne Ave., Columbus OH 43213(614) 975-3222, [email protected]

Type of Business: Fitness

FM All-American Bar & GrillJessica Zaidain

154 N. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna OH 43230(614) 532-5711, [email protected]

Type of Business: Restaurant

Jim Boyd, Keller Williams Greater Columbus RealtyJim Boyd

5495 New Albany Rd. W., New Albany OH 43054(614) 560-7400, [email protected]

Referred by: Cindy Mackin, Keller Williams Greater Columbus Realty

Type of Business: Real Estate

Multi-Tech Security ServicesNatalie Rowe

5720 Westbourne Ave., Columbus OH 43213(614) 864-5020

Type of Business: Electrical

Nellie’s Catwalk for KidsNellie Krumlauf

8177 Palmer Rd., Reynoldsburg OH 43068(614) 300-3995, [email protected]

Referred by: Betty Collins, Brady Ware & Co.Type of Business: Non-profit

Senior HelpersTerry Kletting

950 Taylor Station Rd., Ste. J, Gahanna OH 43230(614) 866-0639, [email protected] of Business: In-home care for Seniors

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Be Prepared for Changes Coming to BWC Changes to Incentive/Premium Discount Program Enrollment Deadlines

In continuation of the “Billion Back” campaign from the summer of 2013, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has announced additional changes to come this year and in 2015.

A “Billion Back” was a one-time dividend released to eligible private and public taxing districts equating to $1 billion in June 2013 and completed in October 2013. It was made possible because the financially strong Ohio State Insurance Fund exceeded the target funding ratio of assets to liabilities established by the BWC Board in 2008.

Included in the Billion Back campaign was a plan for the BWC to transition to a prospective billing system that will align it with standard industry practices. The transition is effective for the July 1, 2015 policy year for private employers.

To implement, BWC has changed the incentive/premium discount program enrollment deadlines. For private employers, the enrollment deadlines are listed below for the 2015 policy year:

Through our workers’ compensation third party administrator, CompManagement, Inc., your organization can see how participation in a program will impact your costs as well as how these programs can be stacked together to achieve the maximum savings available for your organization.

Don’t miss your opportunity to be evaluated for participation in an incentive/premium discount program. Discounts vary by program but are as high as 53%, which was the maximum discount allowed by BWC for the 2014 policy year.

The time to act is now due to the earlier enrollment deadlines for the 2015 policy year. Take this free, no-obligation opportunity to explore your options today!

Simply complete the Temporary Authorization to Review Information (AC-3) form available on the Gahanna website, or contact CompManagement at (800) 825-6755, select option 3 and speak to a customer support representative.

Be Prepared for Changes Coming to BWCChanges to Incentive/Premium Discount Program Enrollment Deadlines

In continuation of the “Billion Back” campaign from the summer of 2013, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has announced additional changes to come this year and in 2015.

A “Billion Back” was a one-time dividend released to eligible private and public taxing districts equating to $1 billion in June 2013 and completed in October 2013. It was made possible because the financially strong Ohio State Insurance Fund exceeded the target funding ratio of assets to liabilities established by the BWC Board in 2008.

Included in the Billion Back campaign was a plan for the BWC to transition to a prospective billing system that will align it with standard industry practices. The transition is effective for the July 1, 2015 policy year for private employers.

To implement, BWC has changed the incentive/premium discount program enrollment deadlines. For private employers, the enrollment deadlines are listed below for the 2015 policy year:

Program New Enrollment Deadline Previous Enrollment DeadlineGroup Rating November 24, 2014 Last business day of FebruaryGroup Retrospective Rating January 30, 2015 Last business day of AprilIndividual Retrospective Rating January 30, 2015 Last business day of AprilDeductible Program January 30, 2015 Last business day of AprilOne Claim Program January 30, 2015 Last business day of AprilDestination Excellence • Drug Free Safety Program • Individual Specific Safety Program • Transitional Work Bonus

May 29, 2015 Last business day of April

Destination Excellence • Safety Council

July 31st

No change made to this deadline July 31st

Destination Excellence • Go Green • Lapse Free

No enrollment deadline No enrollment deadline

EM Cap No enrollment deadline No enrollment deadline

Through our workers’ compensation third party administrator, CompManagement, Inc., your organization can see how participation in a program will impact your costs as well as how these programs can be stacked together to achieve the maximum savings available for your organization.

Don’t miss your opportunity to be evaluated for participation in an incentive/premium discount program. Discounts vary by program but are as high as 53%, which was the maximum discount allowed by BWC for the 2014 policy year.

The time to act is now due to the earlier enrollment deadlines for the 2015 policy year. Take this free, no-obligation opportunity to explore your options today!

Simply complete the Temporary Authorization to Review Information (AC-3) form available on the Gahanna website, or contact CompManagement at (800) 825-6755, select option 3 and speak to a customer support representative.

Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening

136 Granville St., Gahanna, (614) 541-2537 www.inner-harmony.net

Anne Rippel is Gahanna’s newest mental health therapist, specializing in adult mental health issues, EMDR for past traumatic events and

clinical hypnosis to stop unhealthy habits.4

Business Development Opportunities

May 20141 - Ambassador Club Committee Meeting

8:30 AM * Chamber Office Committee Chair, Emanuel Torres, City Planning & Development

6 – Outreach Committee Meeting 8:45 – 9:45 AM * Chamber OfficeCommittee Chair, Rick Conover, Aflac

7 – Planning Team Committee Meeting 8:00 AM * Chamber OfficeCommittee Chairman, Charlie Collins, Collins Financial Services

8 – Golf Committee Meeting 9:00 – 10 AM * Jefferson Country ClubCommittee Chair, Terri Loughry, Loughry Insurance Services

8 – zpizza Restaurant * Ribbon Cutting/Open House5:00 - 6:00 PM5079 N. Hamilton Rd. Gahanna * Pizza - Beverages - Networking!See Flyer Insert for Details

9 – Empowering Women Committee Meeting 8:30 – 9:30 AM * Chamber OfficeCommittee Chair, Alison Forche, Kristal & Forche Orthodontics

9 – Wolcott Manor by Redwood * Ribbon Cutting/Open House 11 AM – 1 PM5704 Traditions Drive, New Albany, Oh 43054 * Refreshments * PrizesSee Flyer Insert for Details

13 – Marketing/Technology Team Meeting

9:00 – 10:00 AM * Chamber OfficeCommittee Chair, Betty Clark, CPMedia & Marketing Services

15 – 4th Annual Business Networking Expo 3:30 – 6:30 PM * Jefferson Country Club * 7271 Jefferson Meadows Dr. Blacklick, 43004 * No Charge to AttendSponsor & Exhibitor Packages * FREE Document Destruction & MORE!

21 – Business Growth Workshop 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM * Heartland Bank850 N. Hamilton Rd. * Light Lunch & Beverages * $5 Members * $6 GuestsTopic: What Does Digital Advertising Mean to Your Business?See Flyer Insert for Details

Business Promotion Packages: Meeting Sponsor: Exhibitor Table, Advertising, Admittance for One,

Speaking Time, Meal

Exhibitor: Includes Table, Admittance for One, Meal

Details and Registration: GahannaAreaChamber.com/Events

Board Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of each month 7:30 AM * Chamber Office, 81 Creekside Plaza, Suite 300 - C/Suites Building


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Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening

1120 N. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna, (614) 428-2880 www.FirestoneCompleteAutocare.com

Since 1926, drivers have trusted Firestone Complete Auto Care to keep their vehicles running well.

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Members Making NewsTelhio Credit Union has merged with Shiloh Baptist Federal Credit Union as of April 2014. The merger was approved through a vote by Shiloh Baptist members in March. By merging with Telhio, members will enjoy numerous member benefits, such as direct deposit, online banking and bill pay, access to low-rate mortgages, home improvement loans, auto loans and more.

Telhio offers six branching offices throughout central Ohio and nearly 4,000 shared branching locations nationwide. Founded in 1934, originally as the credit union for the Columbus Telephone Company, Telhio is a not-for-profit financial cooperative where its more than 50,000 members are also its owners. Go to www.telhio.org for all the details.

Collins Financial Services Company is pleased to announce Courtney VanArsdalen has joined our administrative team. Courtney will work with Rachel Luther to provide timely administrative support for Collins Financial Services’ clients.

Do you have a special recognition or short story that you’d like to share in one of the monthly newsletters? Send your article to [email protected].

Depending upon space the Chamber reserves the right to edit. Do not send a PDF. Pictures will be included if and when possible. News bits must be received by the 3rd Friday of each month. Questions? Contact Leslee at 471-0451 or [email protected].

Business After Hours & Art Night

665 Taylor Rd., Gahanna, (614) 501-4770 www.Marriott.com

Springhill Suites by Marriott offered a night of creativity and networking by presenting original artwork by students of Gahanna

Lincoln High School and Cassady Alternative Elementary.

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Grant Hamlinemail: [email protected] cell: 419-957-6694 phone: 800-427-1704 ext. 1017

$5,000 Grant Program…For Qualified Small Business Owners!

“Get Your Business Out Of The Gate”

The Gahanna Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to officially introduce to its members, GATE…Gahanna Area Training & Education Program. This is a revolutionary new program specifically designed to help you instantly generate more leads, convert those leads, and build a more profitable business.

GACC prides itself on listening to our members and finding creative ways to support your efforts in growing your business. We have great networking opportunities all throughout the year to connect our members and enhance relationship building. Now, with the new GATE program, we are providing further value by implementing new programs to support your efforts with business building strategies, tactics and expertise.

The $5,000 GATE Grants have been secured by the Chamber on your behalf. You do have to apply and qualify, however, the process is rather straight forward and simple. The biggest criteria is that we’re looking for those business owners who are really serious about growing their business and are willing to roll up their sleeves with our team to make it happen. You have to be committed to growing your business and we have the support you need.

Be sure to attend the upcoming Business Expo on May 15th for the unveiling of the new GATE program. You’ll be able to get more information at that time and speak with members of our new GATE team. If you think you are committed to growing your business and are ready to apply for a grant right now, go to www.GahannaAreaChamber.com to get started today.

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Sustaining Members

Corporate MemberToyota Direct

Diamond MembersBenchmark BankC|Suites Executive OfficesColumbus Regional Airport AuthorityCreekside Conference & Event CenterFourth Floor InteractiveGood EnergyHeartland BankKEMBA Financial Credit UnionLimited BrandsMid Ohio Strategic Technologies SOH ProductionsStrathmore Development Co.WesBanco

Emerald Members104.9 The RiverAAA Ohio Auto ClubCPMedia & Marketing Services, Inc.Custom Air Conditioning & HeatingEducation First Credit UnionFamily Physicians of GahannaFriends Business SourceHanawalt ExteriorsHuntington National BankJess Howard Electric CompanyLew Griffin InsuranceLonghorn SteakhouseMount CarmelNew Albany Gardens & Care CenterThe Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterOhioHealth Neighborhood CareOrthopedic OneOtterbein Skilled Nursing & Rehab NeighborhoodRehabilitation & Health Center of GahannaThisWeek Community NewsWesley Ridge Retirement

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