Each month, ystark! will reward its members by selecting a NEWMEMBER OF THE MONTH to profile online! With this honorcomes a month-long feature on the ystark.org homepage –complete with a link back to your online profile. This is a greatopportunity to spend sometime in the spotlight!

Want to be featured? Go online to ystark.org and sign-up for your free profile and make sure to be detailed (you’ll want to make it count!) Remember to be sure to add a profile picture! No picture, no chance at being selected!

Visit ystark.org each month to check out our newestfeatured member along with other great content.

ystark! takes over ACTION this month withspecial announcements galore!

Welcome to a very special issue of our monthly ActionNewsletter – ystark! has taken over this month tobring you important updates on new programs – anda very special launch of their social media website atwww.ystark.org.

Earlier this year, ystark!, the Canton Regional Chamber’syoung professional initiative, did a soft launch of theirnew website. Organizations launch new sites all thetime, you say? What’s the big deal? Well, the ystark! siteisn’t your average information portal! It’s one of thebest online sources for YP networking in Stark County(and beyond!) and a great resource for more sea-soned professionals who are looking to enhance theirteams with the addition of new staffers.

To date, more than 400 area YPs are represented atystark.org and more are joining daily. YP members

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Get featured online as ystark!’s New Member of the Month!

can meet fellow YPs, learn about important upcoming networking and social events, as well as professional development opportunities, participate in online forums, joincommittees and recreation leagues, and share professionaland personal info via a dynamic online profile. Even if youjoined ystark! before the web launch, please be sure togo online now and build your profile to ensure that you have total access to all things ystark!

“The organization has really grown since we started using thistool. It is an easy way to connect with a lot of people yourown age and it helps to broaden your social network, makingit easier to discover opportunities you may have missed,” saysAimee Belden, director of ystark!

Businesses and local organizations can tap into the directoryof ystark! members online to find potential employees, volun-teers and board members. You can search for members by

name, age, company, title and industry, interests, educationand career background.

Creating your online profile is easy, just go to ystark.org andclick on “Sign-Up,” then fill out the required information. Theservice is completely free and takes just minutes to build yourprofile – you can even link out to more detailed professionalinformation stored in your LinkedIn account, and connect yourother social media profiles from Facebook, Twitter andYouTube.

Don’t forget to add a profile picture and read on in thisnewsletter to learn how to become our next New Member of the Month!

Don’t wait! Go online and start building your profile now tosee and be seen.

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Wellspring provides a steady stream of personal & professional development

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ystark! has been dedicated to attracting, retaining andengaging local YPs since its inception. Ask the 1,250 YPswho have joined us over the past five years, and you’ll seethat they agree – the organization offers exciting net-working and socializing opportunities, where memberscan hobnob with fellow YPs as well as with more sea-soned professionals.

But as the organization grows in size and prominence, weare dedicated to seeking unexpected and unconventionalways to really make an impact in the professional devel-opment of our members.

To that end, last issue we unveiled Wellspring ToGo,an article series that provides well-being essentialswritten for YPs, by YPs.

Wellspring ToGo’s bite-sized online articles are the perfectway to tune up personally and professionally, and to learnsome great tips from young professionals who are living

and learning in our community. Today’s hyper-connected,digital world is swarming with “experts.”We’re offeringyou a way to cut through the information overload andread genuine, thought-provoking articles from YPs whoshare your community and have intriguing insights andexpertise to offer!

Topics in the Wellspring ToGo series include FinancialFitness, Marketing Magic, Entrepreneur Insight,Technology Tips, Good Health and Around Town. We’vegot a list of YP partners lined up to share their thoughtson these topics, but if you’re interested in participating in the program, contact ystark! director Aimee Belden at aimeeb@cantonchamber.org or (330) 458-2302.

You’ll receive your first Wellspring ToGo E-Digest thismonth via email – and once you do, please let us knowwhat you think! For more information, visitwww.ystark.org.

Networking, enticing programsand the best in B2B exhibitions– all in one place on Oct. 21!

On Thursday, Oct. 21, theCanton Regional Chamber andThe Repository will present a

NEW spotlight event for StarkCounty businesses – the firstannual Business to BusinessEXPO. This daylong tradeshowwill feature products and services from more than 100area businesses, as well as rich networking opportunitiesand educational programs forregional business professionals.

Large and small businessesalike will showcase productsand services to thousands ofattendees on Thursday, Oct.21, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. atthe Canton Memorial CivicCenter, 1101 Market Ave. N indowntown Canton.

In addition to the exhibit floor,attendees can attend excellentbusiness programs – with topicsincluding marketing, sales andmore – along with networkingevents like the B2B breakfastand luncheon. And be sureto stop by the Social MediaCafé, brought to you by TheKarcher Group, Morris OfficeEnvironments and ystark!

The Business to Business EXPO is sponsored by the Akron-CantonAirport, Mercy Medical Centerand The Corporate University,Kent State University at Stark.

Find them here • Hire them here • Keep them here

This is a workshop, with the emphasis on work. At the end ofthe four-hour session, participants will have learned how tocreate an Internship Program Plan that specifically meetstheir business needs and that can be immediately imple-mented. This workshop will be facilitated by NOCHE staffand is built on years of experience working with employers,managing NEOintern.net, and extensive market researchwith Northeast Ohio businesses and college students. Inaddition, The Corporate University, Kent State University atStark will present information about their internship pro-gram.

This is the perfect session for any Northeast Ohio employerinterested in starting an internship program or improvingan existing program. We especially encourage small busi-ness owners and entrepreneurs to attend—if you don’t have

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Andrews Retires 5

STIR After Hours 7

Community Salute Awards 7

Hot Business on the Burner! 9

Fall Network 10

AultCare Fast Break Breakfast 11

Diversity Conference 12

CVB Photo Contest Winner 13

Leadership Encounter Bus Tour 14

Directory Updates Due 15

Pe rplexCIty! Re c a p 16

CEO Mulleet&Eat 17

HOFEF Photo Contest Winner 18

Fire Prevention Breakfast 19

Safety Council Luncheon 21

Great Pumpkin Race 21

New Members 22

BizBitz 23

October Calendar 26

Maximize Your ROI: Return onIntern! AN INTERNSHIP WORKSHOPFOR NORTHEAST OHIO EMPLOYERS

Business Takes Flight this month at Stark B2B Expo

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Oct. 2010 • Vol. XLII • No. 10

Thomas E. CecconiChairman

Dennis P. SaunierPresident & CEO

Jessica BennettEditor & Director of Marketing

Denise BurtonDirector of Membership & Sales

Advertising Sales/Action(330) 458-2067

Sarah BhatiaGraphic Designer

Action is published monthly for the

members of Canton Regional Chamber

of Commerce. The subscription cost is

$25 per year and is included in the price

of membership.

Reader questions and comments are

welcome and encouraged. Contents

may be reprinted with credit. Address

all inquiries to: Editor, Action, Canton

Regional Chamber of Commerce, 222

Market Ave. N., Canton, OH 44702, or call

(330) 456-7253, or fax (330) 489-6005.

Adve rtising rates are available fo r

Ch a m ber membe r s. Adve rt i s e m e nt doe s

not co n s t i t u te endorsement by Ca nto n

Regional Ch a m ber of Co m m e rce.

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an HR staff, this can be the fastest, easiestway to develop an internship programbased on best practices specificallydesigned for Northeast Ohio employers.

The Return on Intern workshop is co-sponsored by the Canton RegionalChamber of Commerce and TheCorporate University, Kent StateUniversity at Stark. For more information,visit www.noche.org/124 or contact SeanMcKinniss at (216) 420-9200 x234 orsmckinniss@noche.org.

Friday, Nov. 128 a.m. Registration and Networking8:30 a.m. to Noon WorkshopCanton Regional ChamberCommunity Room222 Market Ave. NDowntown CantonCost: $50Limited Seats! Register online atwww.noche.org/124

Parking is FREE! Park on the deck behindthe building then take the bridge from thedeck to lobby level. Please bring your ticketinside for validation.

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E X E C U T I V E C O M M I T T E EChairman of the Board - Thomas E. Cecconi

Mercy Medical Center

Sr. Vice Chairman - George W. LemonRetired President, Technical Products Group

Vice Chairman - Rick L. HainesAultCare

Vice Chairman - Kevin KampmanThe Repository

Vice Chairman - Dean L. OlivieriFred Olivieri Construction Co.

Treasurer - D. William AllenPro Football Hall of Fame

Immediate Past ChairmanRonald D. Becker

Hilscher-Clarke Electric Co.

President & CEO - Dennis P. SaunierCanton Regional Chamber of Commerce

Corporate Secretary - Steven J. KatzCanton Regional Chamber of Commerce

B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S

Michael S. ArmbresterMarathon Petroleum Co. LLC

James T. BatchelderThe M.K. Morse Co.

Karen BrennemanHall, Kistler & Company LLP

Timothy M. Burke, Jr.FirstMerit

William R. CookChase N.A.

Darryl J. DillenbackDNS Insurance, Inc.

Philip D. FracassaThe Timken Company

Jerry GilinDiebold Inc.

Derek GordonCanton Jaycees

Greg HarbertCharterOne Bank

Jason F. HauptKrugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths &

Dougherty Co., L.P.A.

Rick L. HullPremier Bank & Trust

Terrance L. JonesMulti-Development

Services of Stark County

Richard L. JusseaumeWalsh University

Geoff KarcherThe Karcher Group

Tim MaloneyCanton Chair Rental

Rick McQueenAkron-Canton Airport

John A. Murphy, Jr.Day Ketterer Ltd.

John O’Donnell Ph.D.Stark State

College of Technology

Mark J. SamolczykStark Community Foundation

William C. ShiversHuntington Bank

Paul E. SiegfriedSiegfried Enterprises Inc.

Randolph L. SnowBlack, McCuskey,

Souers & Arbaugh LPA

Alice C. StephensThe Employment Source

Vicky L. SterlingPinnacle Press Inc.

David M. WheelerAEP Ohio

Thank you to our ADVANTAGE CANTON funding partners: AEP Ohio,

AultCare, Aultman Health Foundation, Charter One Bank, Chase

Bank, The City of Canton, Dominion East Ohio, Fifth Third Bank,

FirstMerit Bank, Hilscher-Clarke Electric Company, Huntington Bank,

KeyBank, Mercy Medical Center, PNC and The Timken Company.

Nancy Andrews, longtime receptionist ºfor the Canton Regional Chamber ofCommerce and its departments, retired inAugust after 19 years with the organization.Her tenure, among the longest in Chamberhistory, was celebrated at a staff going awayparty on Aug. 28.

“Nancy is one of the most dedicatedemployees we’ve ever had. Her kind wel-come to our visitors will be greatly missed,”said Denny Saunier, president & CEO.

Nancy has retired to spend more time withher daughter and grandchildren. BrendaSmith took over as full-time receptionist forthe Chamber in September. Please be sureto welcome her the next time you stop orcall in!

Longtime employee retires fromCanton Regional Chamber

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Come to October’s Stir After Hours at the Akron-CantonAirport for three times the networking potential! Once again,we’re teaming up with our Green and Akron chamber coun-terparts to bring you diverse networking opportunities at oneof the fastest-growing airports in the country.

This month’s installment of Stir After Hours, sponsored byNEOTEC, will be hosted inside CAK’s main terminal and willfeature fabulous door prizes, including AirTran Airways ticketsalong with other great prizes.

Tabletop exhibits are available for $250. Contact DeniseBurton, membership and sales director, for more informationat deniseb@cantonchamber.org or (330) 458-2067.

Don’t forget that one Stir attendee at this month’s event willbe selected as our Hot Business of the Month and receive afeature article in the December issue of Action Newsletter.What better way to reach our 2,800 members than to haveyour business in the limelight?

Thursday, Oct. 285:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Akron-Canton Airport5400 Lauby Rd., GreenFREE to all members of the Canton,Green and Akron Chambers of CommerceRSVP by Oct. 26

Note: Please park in the long-term parking area.Tickets will be validated.

Networking at 30,000 FeetStir After Hours at Akron-Canton Airport

Celebrate our greatest community asset at theannual Community Salute Awards

Outstanding civic volunteerism and communityservice will be recognized during the Chamber’sannual Community Salute Awards dinner on Nov. 10at The University Center at Kent State at Stark.

Attend the dinner to help us recognize exceptional community stewards – individuals, businesses and organizations who will be honored with theAward of Merit and the Award of Appreciation.

Following the awards dinner, honoree’ names will be recognized on CantonChamber.org, and full coverage of the recipients will be featured in November’s ACTION newsletter.

Wednesday, Nov. 105:30 p.m., social6:30 p.m., dinnerThe University Centerat Kent State at Stark6000 Frank Ave. NWNorth Canton$50 per personRSVP by Nov. 4

Register online at CantonChamber.org. ContactNancy Leffler, event manager, at (330) 458-2073 ornancyl@cantonchamber.org for more information.

Charlie Courier Service has 15 years expe-rience in quality delivery service through-out the State of Ohio. The company,owned and operated by Carla Belt, takescustomers to the highest level of servicewith fast, same-day service expeditedwith the greatest care!

“We are dedicated, honest and hung upon service, service, service for our cus-tomers,” said Belt about her company.

The company has two dedicated employ-ees and employs a network of contractdelivery staffers to ensure statewide serv-ice is efficient. Whether you have a one-time delivery need for an importantclient, or an ongoing schedule to main-

tain regular deliveries, Charlie CourierService will exceed expectations in all ofyour delivery needs.

Charlie Courier Service is located at 6222Strausser NW in North Canton. For moreinformation, contact Carla Belt at (330)494-3338 or jbelt@neo.rr.com.

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Charlie Courier ServiceOctober HOT BUSINESS ON THE BURNER

Want to see your business featured here?

Come to our monthlyStir After Hours SmallBusiness Networking

series for your chance!

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Charles Darwinsaid it best almost150 years ago - thekey to surviving(and thriving!) isadaptability. At theAultCare FastBreak Breakfaston Oct. 8, you willhear an upliftingpresentation fromPaul Meschanko

as he uncovers the “mental mechanics”necessary to successfully managechange in our professional and personallives. Thinking determines attitudes,behaviors and habits, and Meschankoexplains the mechanics of thinking bet-ter than anyone!

Meschanko spent more than a decade inthe corporate trenches, surrounded byattitudes and practices that often keptgood people – and good organizations –

from reaching their full potential.Working in sales and new product devel-opment for a Fortune 50 company,Meschanko refused to succumb to theexcuses, finger-pointing and hiddenagendas that crippled so many of hispeers. It was often a tough road, but itwas always the right road. Today, withmore than a decade of successful pres-entation experience to his credit, he isrecognized throughout North Americaas an authority on improving organiza-tional culture and productivity. Heunderstands organizational culture fromthe inside and has a phenomenal recordfor affecting long-term cultural change.

Beyond this important segment of theprogram, Fast Break attendees have theopportunity to obtain business leadsthrough enjoyable networking activitiesat an event that has built a reputation asone of the most energetic lead-produc-ing sessions around. Bring a door prize

valued at $15 or more and receive 30seconds at the microphone to promoteyour business.

Friday, Oct. 87 a.m. registration7:30 a.m. programCourtyard by Marriott4375 Metro Cir.North Canton, OHCost: $18 members; $21 members less than 48 hours in advance;$25 non-membersRSVP by Oct. 6

Change What You Think and Improve Today; Change How You Thinkand Improve Every Day OCTOBER AULTCARE FASTBREAK BREAKFAST

Save your seat;register in advance at

www.cantonchamber.orgor call (330) 458-2085.

In order to better accommodateguests at Canton Regional Chamber

of Commerce events, we ask that yoube sure to register in advance for each event. This will ensure that

we have accurate counts for food service and seating.

Please register online atwww.cantonchamber.org.

Please call (330) 458-2085 to registerwith Rosie Kurtz. Cancellations madeless than 48 hours before the begin-ning of an event are not eligible for

refund. No-shows will be billed.

In order to reduce operation costs,registration for all major Canton

Regional Chamber of Commerce events– such as Annual Dinner or awards

dinners – must be paid in advance ofthe event. Guests may pay for monthly

programs in advance or at the door by check, credit card or cash.

Paul Meschanko

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The Canton/Stark County Convention & Visitors’ Bureau host-ed their annual Tourism Photo Contest in August andreceived over 120 entries. The goal of the contest is toencourage guests, local tourism venues and even local resi-dents to celebrate the wonderful tourism opportunities thatexist in Stark County and to share their photos with theworld.

“It was amazing to see all of the fantastic photos come infrom every corner of Stark County. It was incredibly difficultto narrow these entries down!” said John Kiste, executivedirector for the Canton/Stark County CVB.

The entries were narrowed down to 12 finalists, and the pho-tos were voted on by the public via the CVB’s website in lateAugust. All told, more than 1,700 votes were cast in thisexciting competition.

Canton•Stark County Convention & Visitors’ Bureauannounces Tourism Photo Contest award winner

The winner of the 2010 CVB Photo Contest is James Rudick (North Canton) who submitted a photo entitled “Kayak Morning.”Rudick will receive a $200 gas card as a prize for the winning photo, as well as have his photo featured in the CVB’s marketingpieces, including the 2011 Official Visitors’ Guide, which is distributed annually to over 125,000 people. The photo will also beincorporated into the CVB’s website www.VisitCantonStark.com and has the potential to be included in the many regionaladvertising campaigns designed to increase tourism to our region.

You can view the winning photo and all 12 finalists online at www.visitcantonstark.com/photocontest.

Don’t miss the next tour, departingthis October!

“The Encounter Bus Tour is a great edu-cational experience, both for newcomersto Stark County as well as to the sea-soned Stark County resident or businessperson. At Affinity Medical Center, we usethe opportunity to attend the EncounterBus Tour as a reward for our ‘top-per-forming leaders.’ They get to relax andlearn in a very fun environment, andtheir return is always heralded by ravereviews! Thank you to Leadership StarkCounty for making this resource avail-able in our community!”

Elizabeth Pruitt, vice president oper-ations, Affinity Medical Center

2010 ENCOUNTER ITINERARY

Experience public/private partnershipsand government collaboratives

Learn first-hand about Stark Countygrowing businesses

Hear about Stark County’s past withlocal Canton and Massillon historians

Discover how to become involved withlocal nonprofits

Network with community leaders andbusiness professionals

Enjoy lunch at The CorporateUniversity at Kent State Universityat Stark.

Thursday, Oct. 217:30 a.m.Encounter Bus TourDowntown CantonCost: $59 per person, includes lunch

Register now for yourself and your staff! VisitLeadershipStarkCounty.org and click on “Encounter Bus Tour.”

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Give your top employees the ticket toa ‘FRESH VISION’ of Stark CountyWhat better way to reward your top performers than by sending them on an excursion to learn about the history and resourcesthat our community has to offer?

Stark County employers use the Leadership Stark County Encounter Bus Tour to reward top employees, educate future leadersand acclimate new hires to our region. They have found the daylong tour to be an invaluable tool for training associates at all lev-els about the history, geography, economy, opportunities and people of Stark County.

Encounter Bus tourists enjoy a unique view of Stark County.

Calling all Chamber Members! The annual Chamber MembershipDirectory is your comprehensiveguide to local business and providesinformation about the Chamber.

The Chamber is now preparing the 2011edition of this important publication,and your assistance is needed toupdate the directory. Please submitchanges to your contact information –name, address, e-mail, phone and faxnumber – that appear in the main list-ing or in the Classified Buyers’ Guide.

Act quickly! All member updates to thedirectory must be received by Friday,October 15.

If you’re looking to enhance your presence in the directory, consider placing a display ad highlighting your company’s goods and services.The Chamber’s 1,600+ members andtheir staffers will see the directorythroughout 2011.

The Chamber has advertising ratesdesigned for all budgets, and the directory advertising prices begin at $180.

Contact Denise Burton, (330) 458-2067,deniseb@cantonchamber.org, or TerriFullmer (330) 458-2077, terrif@canton-chamber.org to update your contactinformation or to purchase an ad in the2011 Chamber Membership Directory.

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Get your updates in for the 2011Chamber Membership Directory!

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PerplexCity part deux takes downtown by storm!

Team Spinal Tap, made up of worthy competitors Eric and Cathie Belden, John and Becky Falconer and Angelina Colbert, con-quered ystark!’s second annual PERPLEXCITY game in downtown Canton and the vicinity on Aug 28.

A total of 13 teams took to the streets, solving challenging clues and racing from location to location – 18 in all – to the finishline at Picciano’s Martini Bar downtown.

“Everyone on our team had an absolute blast – and it was bigger and even more challenging this year. We can’t wait for nextyear’s game!” said Eric Belden, executive director of Pathway Caring for Children and captain of Team Spinal Tap. Belden’s win-ning team finished in just under two hours, with the runners up finishing right on their heels.

Didn’t participate this year? Don’t make the same mistake next year. Stay tuned for details on this fun, downtown scavenger huntfrom ystark!

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CEO Meet Mulleet&Eat After 5 at The Karcher GroupHoly mullet*, get ready to party ‘cuz The Karcher Group ishosting the next ystark! CEO Meet&Eat After 5. It’s all happening on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and we’re going to great lengths to make sure this is one CEOMeet&Eat you won’t soon forget.

Geoff Karcher, president of TKG, will kick off the Mullebration at5:30 p.m. with a brief welcome explaining the upfront work-ings (a.k.a.“the business”), then you’ll head toward the back(TKG’s creative epicenter) to experience “the party” and rockout to some REO Speedwagon & Skynard.

No decent mullet-fest would be complete without good grub,so they’ll be serving up BBQ pork sliders and other tastysnacks from Peter Shears — not to mention an open bar — on the deck out back. They’ll have plenty of cornhole, videogames and other stuff to keep you entertained, too. Nascarraces on the Wii, anyone?

And no worries, you won’t have to sport a mullet to get in onthe action. But if you want to try out the most ‘teased’ yet func-tional hairstyle of all time, just drop by the photo booth andthere will be some extra Camaro cuts waiting for you.

So, mullet this over and join TKG and ystark! for an evening offun, games and bad hair. We promise to keep the businessshort and the party growing ...er, going.

*Also known as the Neck Warmer, Kentucky Waterfall, MississippiMudflap, 10/90 Compromise, Yes-No, etc. Usage: “Dude, that guy’sgot a wicked Neck Blanket!”

Tuesday, Oct. 195:30 - 7 p.m.The Karcher Group5590 Lauby Road, Suite 8 North Canton, OH 44720Cost: Free!RSVP online at ystark.org

Snapshots from the Balloon ClassicInvitational/Jackson-Belden Food Festand Fireworks taken by professionalphotographer Bob Rossiter of Cantonwon a first place award and the coveted“Best of Show” in the 22nd annual ProFootball Hall of Fame EnshrinementFestival Photo Contest, sponsored bythe Joseph Saxton Gallery ofPhotography.

The annual photo contest was open toamateur and professional photogra-phers alike, and any photos of outdoorHall of Fame Enshrinement Festivalevents qualified for entry. The photoswere judged based on creativity, clarity,depth and color, overall compositionand print quality. Twelve photographerswon a total cash purse of $1,450.

Rossiter also won two additional firstplace awards for the 2-Mile and 5-MileRaces and Concert and Fireworks, for atotal personal prize package of $550.

Other $100 first place winners in theprofessional category included TeddPerkins of Canton (Drum CorpsInternational Competition), DennyValentine of Louisville (Timken GrandParade) and Scott Heckel of NorthCanton (Ribs Burnoff ). Ernie Aranyosiof Uniontown and William Green ofLouisville took home $25 honorablementions.

The non-professional category was ledby Andy Smith of Canton who received$200 for two first place-winning photosfrom the 2-Mile and 5-Mile Races andthe Ribs Burnoff, as well as one $25 hon-

orable mention. Other award-winners inthe non-professional category wereDoug Perry of Canton with a $100 firstplace win for the Balloon ClassicInvitational, and Roger Sommer ofBarberton with a $100 first place winfor the Timken Grand Parade as well astwo $25 honorable mentions. Otherhonorable mentions went to ChristinaWine of Massillon, Lindy Anastis ofCanton and Gorman Findley of CentreHall, Pa.

The winning photos will be on displayat the Joseph Saxton Gallery ofPhotography, at 520 Cleveland Ave. NWin downtown Canton, from Oct. 8through Oct. 30, and on theEnshrinement Festival’s Web site atwww.profootballhofef.com.

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HOF Enshrinement Festival 22nd annualPhoto Contest award winners announced

Baker, Dublikar, Beck,Wiley & Mathews

attorneys at law

Telephone: (330) 499-6000Telecopier: (330) 499-6423

400 SOUTH MAIN STREETNORTH CANTON, OHIO 44720

www.bakerfirm.com

Best of Show Photograph by BobRossiter, taken at the BalloonClassic Invitational/Jackson-Belden Food Fest and Fireworks

At the October Stark County SafetyCouncil Luncheon, Fred Bertram willdiscuss the importance of smoke detec-tors and thermal imaging devices whenit comes to safety in fire service.

Bertram has been with the Canton FireDepartment for 32 years and is currently

a Ladder Captain at Central Station.Bertram is a certified instructor in bothfire and EMS, and is certified in home-land security and emergency prepared-ness. He is the department chair ofemergency services for Stark StateCollege, where he has been employedfor over 20 years.

Thursday, Oct. 1411:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.Meyer’s Lake Ballroom3218 Parkway St. NWCanton, OH 44708Cost: $16RSVP by Oct. 11

Spotlight Company:

CORRECTIONIn the September issue of ACTIONNewsletter, we indicated that all SafetyCouncil members are eligible for the$1,000 Safety Council Business Grantapplication. Please note that only members of the Stark County SafetyCouncil are eligible to apply for thisgrant. Our apologies for any confusion!

For more information, visit:StarkCountySafetyCouncil.org or contact Connie Cerny at (330) 458-2061or conniec@cantonchamber.org.

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Start your Halloween weekend with the annual Great Pumpkin Race,co-sponsored by the Stark CountySafety Council, on Saturday, Oct. 30.

As a sponsor, the Safety Council receives10 slots to participate in the race. Wantto represent your company? ContactConnie Cerny at conniec@cantoncham-ber.org or (330) 458-2061 for a raceentry form. The registration deadline is Oct. 15. Companies can also enter aone-mile “fun run,” kicking things off at 8:45 a.m.

All proceeds from the race will benefitStark County DD Special Olympics!

Want to get involved but don’twant to join the race to the finish?We are seeking race day volunteers from7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Contact Connie Cernyfor details.

Promote your company bydonating a door prize!Donate a door prize for our racers,and we’ll announce your companyduring the race!

Saturday, Oct. 308:45 a.m. 1-mile Fun Run9:15 a.m. 4-Mile RunStart and finish lines located at the Whipple-Dale Center2950 Whipple Ave NW, CantonContact Connie Cerny atconniec@cantonchamber.orgto register by Oct. 15.

Smoke Detectors & Thermal Imaging Devices: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe - Stark County Safety Council Luncheon

Get ready, get set, for the 13th annual Great Pumpkin Race!

Fred Bertram

WELCOME to our newest members, who joined Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce in August. We encourage you to patronize their businesses.If you know of other businesses that would benefit from Chamber member-ship, please contact the Membership Department at (330) 458-2067.

Anthony Roofing (ROOFING)Tony Garman708 Snyder NECanton, OH 44721(330) 412-6590

AtNetPlus, Inc.(COMPUTERS - SYSTEM DESIGNERS & CONSULTANTS)Susan Hudik1000 Campus Dr., Ste. 700Stow, OH 44224(330) 945-5685www.atnetplus.com

Canton Drop Forge, Inc.(MANUFACTURERS)Todd Gray4575 Southway Ave. SWCanton, OH 44706-0902(330) 477-4511www.cantondropforge.com

CopyRight, Inc.(OFFICE EQUIPMENT - SALES & SERVICE)Randy Muntean4880 Hills & Dales Rd. NWCanton, OH 44708(330) 479-8020

Creative Rehab, Ltd.(EMPLOYMENT SERVICES)Don HolleyPO Box 197New Philadelphia, OH 44663(330) 388-0141

EMS Sentry, Inc.(MEDICAL ALARM SYSTEMS)Larry Parker435 Applegrove Street NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 433-1040www.emssentry.com

Eureka Machine (FABRICATORSMACHINE SHOPS)Mike Sigman112 S Broadway St.Sugarcreek, OH 44681(330) 852-2912www.eurekamachineshop.com

Glenbeigh Center of Canton (ALCOHOL AND DRUG REHABILITATION)Max D Burkins4661 Belpar NWCanton, OH 44718(330) 492-2600www.glenbeigh.com

Gold Ribbon Gourmet Catering & Pastries(CATERERS)Maria PaxosPO Box 2216North Canton, OH 44720(330) 361-9306www.goldribbongourmet.com

Grant Street CreativeThe Tradeshow Stores(ADVERTISING - AGENCIES)Dave Ramsell315 East BroadwayDover, OH 44622(330) 243-0651www.grantstreetcreative.com

Gutter Helmet of Eastern Ohio (GUTTERS & GUTTER PROTECTION)Debbie Smith347 Front Ave. SENew Philadelphia, OH 44663(877) 360-6333www.gutterhelmet.com

Hanover House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center(NURSING HOMES)Rebecca Samblanet435 Avis Ave. NWMassillon, OH 44646(330) 837-1741www.communicarehealth.com

J.D.T. Investments (CONSULTANTS - HOSPITALITY)J. D. TzangasPO Box 9760Canton, OH 44711(330) 316-7534

Kohler Coating (MANUFACTURERS)Richard Linc10995 Wright Rd. NWUniontown, OH 44685(330) 499-1407www.kohlercoating.com

Legends Care Center (NURSING HOMES)Diane Richmond2311 Nave Rd. SEMassillon, OH 44646(330) 837-1001www.consulatehc.com

Maxim Enterprises (PROPERTY PRESERVATION)Steve Maxim5080 Aultman RoadNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 499-9289www.maximent.com

Robert J. Events & Catering(BARTENDING SERVICECATERERS)Bob Pacanovsky251 25th St. NWCanton, OH 44709(330) 452-2766www.RobertJEvents.com

Rolls-Royce Fuel Cell Systems (ENERGY SERVICES)Mark Fleiner6065 Strip Ave. NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 491-4800

The Selling Pro, division of Direct Selling Academy, Inc.(TRAINING SERVICES)Jeffrey M. Zalewski9247 Pheasant Valley Ave. NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 499-3050www.TheSellingPro.com

Software Assassin (INTERNET SERVICESSOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTWEB DESIGN)Chris Green401 W. Tuscarawas St. NWCanton, OH 44709(330) 846-1885www.softwareassassin.com

The Tradeshow Stores (ADVERTISING - AGENCIESTRADESHOWS)Dave Ramsell315 East BroadwayDover, OH 44622(330) 243-0651www.thetradeshowstores.com

G. Vlahos & Associates LLCSafe Money Solutions(INSURANCE & FINANCIAL PLANNING)Greg Vlahos9262 Bletchley Ave. NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 417-9950www.gvlahos.com

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Whitemyer Advertising hasannounced the hiring of Dan Mehlingas art director and Alexandra Ross asadministrative assistant. Mehling’sresponsibilities include the develop-ment of creative materials for printand electronic based marketingefforts, including the design of web-sites, print ads, e-mail marketing toolsand trade show booth designs. Heearned a bachelor’s degree in visualcommunication from Kendall Collegeof Art and Design in Grand Rapids,Mich. Ross’ responsibilities includemaintaining agency job flow, securingquotes from vendors, updating agencyand client social media, copywriting,editing and assisting in public rela-tions tasks. Ross earned a bachelor’sdegree in communication studies witha focus in interpersonal communica-tion from Kent State University in2009. For more information about theagency, visit www.whitemyer.com.

AultCare has announced that it hasbeen awarded an Accreditation sta-tus of Excellent from the NationalCommittee for Quality Assurance(NCQA) for its Medicare Advantageand HMO products. NCQA is an inde-pendent, non-profit organization thatassesses and reports on the quality ofthe nation’s managed care plans.AultCare’s Accreditation status – thehighest possible level – is based on avoluntary review of how a health planensures that its members are receivinghigh quality care. The NCQAAccreditation process evaluates howwell a health plan manages qualitythroughout every part of its deliverysystem – physicians, hospitals, affiliat-ed providers and administrative servic-es – to continuously improve healthcare for its members.

Edward Jones branch in Canton rec-ognized as Top 10 Client ServiceProvider in the region. Canton-basedEdward Jones Financial Advisor Adam Olenick and Branch OfficeAdministrators Barb Fricke andBrenda Trachsel were recently recog-nized among the top client serviceproviders within the firm. Edward

Jones provides financial services forindividual investors in the UnitedStates and, through its affiliate, inCanada. The local Edward Jonesbranch is located at 4663 DresslerRoad NW in Thursday’s Plaza. For moreinformation, call (330) 493-0047 or visitwww.edwardjones.com.

PPI Graphics’ graphic designer, JackieZIncon, won a Gold Ink Award for herdesign of the 2010 Aultman AngelAuction materials. Now in its 23rd year,the Gold Ink Awards competition hasearned the respect of the industry’smost important producers of printedwork. The competition is open to allcreators and producers of printedmaterials, including printers, publish-ers and agencies. This is the sixth GoldInk award for the company. For moreinformation about PPI Graphics, visitwww.ppi-graphics.com.

The Stark County District Library,Center for Nonprofit Excellence, andthe Association of FundraisingProfessionals, North Central OhioChapter are sponsoring a series offundraising seminars at the librarythroughout the rest of 2010. For non-profit professionals, these workshopswill guide you through the fundamen-tals of establishing and strengtheningfundraising programs. All workshopsare from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. andattendees are invited to bring a lunch.Although the workshops are free,separate registration for each programis required. Register at www.cfnpe.organd click on the calendar tab to selectthe classes and dates you would liketo attend.

Technology Marketing Corporation(TMC)’s Customer Interaction Solutions®Magazine has named Ameridial as arecipient of a 2010 CRM ExcellenceAward. Customer Interaction Solutionshas been the premier publication inthe CRM, call center and teleservicesindustries since 1982. Based on harddata, The CRM Excellence Award relieson facts and numbers, demonstratingthe improvements that the winner’sproduct has made in a client’s busi-ness. Winners were chosen basedupon their product or service’s abilityto help extend and expand the cus-tomer relationship to become all-encompassing, covering the entire

enterprise and the entire lifetime ofthe customer. Ameridial is a leadingglobal provider of contact center serv-ices and employs more than 800 pro-fessional service and sales representa-tives in seven Ohio locations. Visitwww.oksameridial.net for details.

The Law Firm of Krugliak, Wilkins,Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A. ispleased to announce that its annual“Samuel Krugliak Legal StudentScholarship” has been awarded toConnie Porter. The scholarship isawarded annually to assist law stu-dents who exemplify the firm’s ethicsand who intend to practice law in anyone of the geographic regions servedby the firm. Porter graduated summacum laude from the Honors TutorialCollege, Ohio University and is current-ly attending The University of AkronSchool of Law. She is employed by theStark County Department of Job andFamily Services, is a recipient of theLiberty Bell Award by the Stark CountyBar Association, and is activelyinvolved in the community, serving onthe Stark County Children ServicesPolitical Action Committee. For moreinformation, visit www.kwgd.com.

The Corporate University, Kent StateUniversity at Stark, in partnershipwith the Small Business DevelopmentCenter, is offering a unique learningand growing opportunity for allentrepreneurs. Join entrepreneurialpeers in frank, provocative discussionsabout managing your strong suits tobuild a professional organizationdesigned for growth and smooth suc-cession planning – now and in thefuture. Two unique sessions will beheld on Oct. 7 and Oct. 20 from 7:30 -9:30 a.m. Each program is $165 perperson or $295 for both (a savings of$35). The fee includes all materials andlunch in The University Center’s DiningRoom. The programs will be held atThe University Center at Kent Stateat Stark, 6000 Frank Avenue NW in Jackson Township. Visitwww.YourCorporateU.com and clickon the programs page learn more.

Submit Biz Bitz articles tojessb@cantonchamber.org.Deadline is five weeks prior to publication.

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Here’s a complete overview of the conference lineup:

STARK B2B EXPO ITINERARY

7:30 - 9:15 a.m.BREAKFAST SESSIONSponsored by The Huntington National Bank

Creating anEntrepreneurial EcosystemJohn Dearborn, President,JumpStart Inc.

8:30 a.m.Exhibition Hall Opens

9:30 – 10:15 a.m.SESSION SERIES #1Offense Is Your Best Legal Defense to Gain Market ShareKevin R. Caudill, business attorney,Day Ketterer, Ltd.

Driving Revenue with ArtRobb Hankins, president & CEO,ArtsinStark

Simple Steps to Small Business Marketing Success Todd Locke, president, WRL Advertising

10:30 – 11:15 a.m.SESSION SERIES #2Taking It Digital: Search EngineOptimization & Web MarketingGeoff Karcher, The Karcher Group

Managing Your Cash In ToughEconomic Times George Glasser,senior vice president, business banking

manager, The Huntington NationalBank’s Greater Akron/Canton Region

Mixing and Managing DifferentGenerations In the WorkplaceWillie Shoemaker, public program coordinator, The Corporate Universityat Kent State University at Stark

Noon – 1 p.m. LunchSponsored by Akron-Canton Airport

AirTran Airways and Akron-CantonAirport: A True EconomicDevelopment PartnershipRobert Fornaro, president & CEO,AirTran Airways

2 – 2:45 p.m.SESSION SERIES #3We Won’t Bite:Working with the MediaJeff Gauger, executive editor of The Repository

Entrepreneurial Spirit:The Lehman’s StoryGlenda Lehman Ervin, vice president ofmarketing, Lehman’s

Go Green, Save GreenMercy Medical Center “Green Team” —Richard Regula,director of marketoutreach, ElaineCampbell, grant &developmentdirector, and Nick Bagnola,vice president of construction management

3 – 3:45 p.m.SESSION SERIES #4Looking In the Mirror, Where toBegin Building “Next-Level Capacity”for Your Business.Ken Weber, executive director, GoodwillIndustries of Greater Cleveland and EastCentral Ohio

Smart Social Media – How Will It Help My Business?Sue Grabowski, president,Grabowski & Company

4 – 6:30 p.m.The Art of BusinessAfter Hours Event – sponsored by DayKetterer Ltd.

6:30 p.m.Exhibition Hall Closes

For a full, up-to-the-minute schedule,please visit www.StarkB2BExpo.com.

Get your tickets for the exhibit floorand breakout sessions for just $2!Tickets to attend the breakfast, lunch or after hours networking programs are additional. Customize your attendeeticket package online at StarkB2BExpo.com!

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First Friday – Passport to the WorldLook abroad and set your sails to celebrate a sampling of lands afar, dance to the beat of a

different drum and see some local culture. Celebrate diversity – this festival of many nationsarrives downtown for one night only. Don’t miss this downtown trip around the world!

ystark! Monthly Meet-Up: Learn ‘n BurnWalsh University is pleased to invite the members of ystark! and the Canton Jaycees to join

Walsh Alumni and associates for a unique night of networking and noshing. For the pros, you’llwarm up at the fire pit while toasting your s’mores to perfection. There will be plenty of time toenjoy hot chocolate, beer and cider! For the newbies, you’ll have the chance to learn a bit more

about the kinds of activities that ystark! and the Canton Jaycees host each year.

Change What You Think and Improve Today; Change How You Think and Improve Every Day: September AultCare Fast Break Breakfast

Charles Darwin said it best almost 150 years ago - the key to surviving (and thriving!) isadaptability. At the AultCare Fast Break Breakfast on Oct. 8, you will hear an uplifting

presentation from Paul Meschanko as he uncovers the “mental mechanics” necessary tosuccessfully manage change in our professional and personal lives.

Diversity Conference 2010: Creating a Culture of Inclusion in 21st Century BusinessCanton’s first-ever diversity conference will bring together in one engaging conference &exhibition the tools and resources needed to define diversity and inclusion within the

workplace and demonstrate how these important business practices can influence thestrength and prosperity of both your business and the community at large.

Smoke Detectors & Thermal Imaging Devices: Stark County Safety Council LuncheonAt the October Stark County Safety Council Luncheon, Fred Bertram will discuss

the importance of smoke detectors and thermal imaging devices when it comes to safety in fire service.

ystark! CEO Mulleet&Eat After 5 at TKGHoly mullet, get ready to party ‘cuz The Karcher Group is hosting the next ystark! CEO

Meet&Eat After 5. It’s all happening on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and we’re goingto great lengths to make sure this is one CEO Meet&Eat you won’t soon forget.

Stark B2B ExpoPresented by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and The Repository, the B2B

EXPO will offer small to large businesses an opportunity to showcase their products andservices while participating in valuable networking and educational sessions. Register

online at StarkB2BExpo.com

Leadership Stark County Encounter Bus TourWhat better way to reward your top performers than by sending them on an excursion to

learn about the history and resources that our community has to offer? Stark Countyemployers use the Leadership Stark County Encounter Bus Tour to reward top employees,

educate future leaders and acclimate new hires to our region.They have found the daylongtour to be an invaluable tool for training associates at all levels about the history, geogra-

phy, economy, opportunities and people of Stark County.

Networking at 30,000 FeetSTIR AFTER HOURS AT AKRON-CANTON AIRPORT

Come to October’s Stir After Hours at the Akron-Canton Airport for three times the networking potential! Once again, we’re teaming up with our Green and Akron

chamber counterparts to bring you diverse networking opportunities at one of the fastest-growing airports in the country.

Thursday, Oct. 75:30 – 7:30 p.m.Hoover Park2020 East Maple StreetNorth Canton, OhioCost: FREERSVP by Oct. 4

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Friday, Oct. 87 a.m. registration7:30 a.m. programCourtyard by Marriott4375 Metro Cir.North Canton, OHCost: $18 members; $21 mem-bers less than 48 hours inadvance; $25 non-membersRSVP by Oct. 6

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Thursday, Oct. 148 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.The University CenterKent State University at Stark6000 Frank Ave NWNorth Canton, OH 44720Cost: $99 Chamber/SHRMmembers; $119 non-membersRegister Online atCantonChamber.org/diversity

1First Friday, Oct. 16 – 10 p.m.Downtown CantonFREE!

Thursday, Oct. 1411:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.Meyer’s Lake Ballroom3218 Parkway St. NWCanton, OH 44708Cost: $16RSVP by Oct. 11

Thursday, Oct. 218 a.m. to 6 p.m.Canton Memorial Civic Center1101 Market Ave. NDowntown CantonCost: $2 for exhibit hall and pro-gramming; $18 breakfast tickets;$25 lunch tickets, $5 after-hoursnetworking tickets

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Thursday, Oct. 285:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Akron-Canton Airport5400 Lauby Rd., GreenFREE to all members of theCanton, Green and AkronChambers of CommerceRSVP by Oct. 26

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19Tuesday, Oct. 195:30 - 7 p.m.The Karcher Group5590 Lauby Road, Suite 8North Canton, OH 44720Cost: Free!RSVP online at ystark.org