We invite you to join us on
Thursday, August 18, 2016 from 7:30-9:00am.

Chick-fil-A
6720 Airport Highway
Holland, Ohio 43528



Thank you once again to Chick-fil-A for providing FREE coffee. Be sure to bring your business cards and be ready to network with other Chamber Members!

Please Register Below if you plan on Attending.

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Support the Holland-Springfield Chamber of Commerce scholarship fund and keep up with all of the latest community news!!

The Journal is teaming up with the Chamber for a subscription drive, and will donate $10.00 from each subscription to the Chamber Scholarship committee, which provides scholarships to Springfield students entering a business-related field in college.

Subscriptions are just
$25.00
for 52 weeks 
New in-county subscriptions only! 

Offer Expires September 30, 2016

Click on the flyer provided for more information or to sign-up to receive the Holland-Springfield Journal!!

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The Holland-Springfield Chamber of Commerce is seeking people that are interested in becoming a "Chamber Champion" for the Chamber! What is a "Chamber Champion" you ask? It is a committee that puts forth the effort to build the local economy through engagement and representation of our business community. The "Chamber Champions" play a critical role in delivering the Chamber's mission along with its value for businesses to gather and belong to this organization!  We will meet monthly from 12pm-1pm at a different member's restaurant to conduct our very productive meetings which include learning about how to maximize your membership and deliver that value to new businesses to grow our network! 

If you are motivated and want to get more involved in the community, please consider becoming a part of the "Chamber Champions" club!

Join us on:

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Ralphie's Sports Eatery
6609 Airport Highway
Holland, Ohio  43528

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.     

Please Register if you plan on attending the meeting!

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There is an old saying out there that “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink”.

Typically, most businesses owners and their managers are so busy wrapped up with their day to day schedule that it leaves them little time to work on the items that get pushed to the back burner.  We all tend to think that I’ll get to that later or it is not urgent now so why worry about at all.

Human Resources often is like that.  Even established companies that have downsized over the years, have one person trying to wear too may HR-related hats that sooner or later, something falls through the cracks.  Whether that “something” is a mistake on an employee’s paycheck or an accidental violation of a newly changed regulation, failure to keep track of personnel-related issues can prove costly.

The Chamber Partnership’s HR NOW platform was designed to help our members with questions that you may have and provide resources that help you navigate the HR landscaping which is continuously changing.  Why not take advantage of The Chamber Partnership’s HR NOW program and let the HR Council be a resource for you and your organization.   

For more information or to find out how we can help, please feel free to e-mail the HR Council at ckoch@hrsystems.cc with any questions or set a time to get together to learn more about this great Chamber benefit.

Best Regards,
 
Connie Koch
HR Systems/Holland Springfield Business Council

 

The Holland-Springfield Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Panda Express to the Holland area! Panda Express in Holland is the first location to open in Lucas County. Panda Express’ new Holland establishment is located at 6645 Airport Highway and will serve the restaurant’s iconic dishes including the world-famous Original Orange Chicken™, SweetFire Chicken Breast®, award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp™ and Shanghai Angus Steak™.

Employment opportunities are available:

Panda Express is looking for great people who are driven, hardworking, and wanting to join in our intense growth opportunities.
Our store is opening on August 6^th and we are hiring all positions today!
 
Service Team: $10.00/hour
Kitchen Team: $11.00/hour
Assistant Managers: $15.00/hour
General Managers: $48,000/year
 
Please contact Mario Bautista (Mario.Bautista@PandaRG.com / 619-244-5988) and apply online at PandaCareers.com Keyword: 2700

 

The Chamber Partnership has partnered with iHeart Media to offer an exclusive deal to our members! Do you currently advertise on the radio? or have you thought about it? Well as a member of The Chamber Partnership you can receive a 10% discount if you chose to advertise with iHeart Media.

So why radio you may ask? 93% of the population listens to the radio everyday, which means radio advertising can offer tremendous reach, target ability, and affordability! With 7 established radio brands including 92.5 KISS FM and 101.5 The River, the reach to potential customers is astronomical!

For more information on advertising with iHeart Media, please call the Chamber office at 419-865-2110.

Do you shop at Diamond's Men's Shop located at Spring Meadows in Holland? Well the next time you go into shop, mention that you are a Holland-Springfield Chamber member to the cashier and you will automatically receive 5% off of your purchase!

Check Them Out At:

1564 Spring Meadows Drive
Holland, Ohio 43528

Network for Success

Summer parties make great networking opportunities. Relaxed and festive, they’re ideal for stepping forward and shining.

Identify people you’d like to meet. Find out about them in advance. Use this information to break the ice and make authentic connections. Don’t whip out your product, sales pitch or brochure. Create bonds and build trust, paving the way for solid relationships.

You can destroy your career or give it a boost. Here’s how to get noticed for the right reasons:

The approach. Get up and mingle! Smile and shake hands firmly. This demonstrates you are comfortable interacting with others. Find a common bond. If the person serves on the board of directors of a not-for-profit organization, express your interest in the organization—and perhaps in volunteering.

Be prepared. Focus on the other person, rather than on yourself. Don’t come on too strong, but prepare a two-minute pitch about yourself and your business, just in case you are asked.

Meet the movers and shakers. Choose successful decision makers, those who make things happen—and from whom you can learn.

Find a way to help. Be perceived as a resource. Act as a networking referral or information source. It’s easier to ask for help from people who already appreciate your help.

Dress for success.  Dress to represent who you are in your business. Avoid wild or revealing attire. You will do your best networking when you feel well-dressed.

Follow Up. Smart networking means following up to maintain new connections. Gather others’ business cards rather than handing yours out. Make notes on the back and send emails to further connect with them within a day or two.

Alcohol. It can mean ruin. Stick with sparkling water or one drink only. Reputations and careers can implode “under the influence.”

Make meaningful connections this summer to further your business goals!

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• Clothing priced at $75 per item or less;
• School supplies priced at $20 per item or less; and 
• School instructional material priced at $20 per item or less.     

"The Millennials are Coming!"

Jack Hollister, President of The Employer's Association will be joining us to present "The Millennials are Coming". Jack will discuss the importance of Millennials to the workforce and perhaps to your social security check. He will also discuss the current and potential strengths of the Millennials.

Please join us for a wonderful buffet style lunch and learn all about the Millennial Generation!

Thursday, August 18, 2016
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Located at:

Stone Oak Country Club
100 Stone Oak Blvd.
Holland, Ohio 43528

Stone Oak enforces a Business Casual Dress Code for private event rooms: Collared shirt, pressed pants. No shorts, t-shirts, athletic apparel, ball caps, etc.

RSVP Is Required!
$15.00 per person

Last Day to Register is Tuesday, August 16, 2016.

If You plan on paying with Credit Card, Please Pay Online prior to the event! We will ONLY be Accepting Checks at the door! Thanks.


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Sponsored By:



Thursday, August 18th, 2016
5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. 

Located at:

Firenation Glass Studio & Gallery
7166 Front St.
Holland, Ohio 43528

Join us for a wonderful evening at Firenation for a behind the scenes look. The evening will include: appetizers, drinks, a demonstration of glass making, and a chance to win an awesome door prize from the Gallery!

Please Register for the Event by Clicking the Link Below!

Last Day to register is Tuesday, August 16, 2016


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POWERED BY:

The Chamber Partnership is proud to announce that The DRIVE Group is now a part of The Chamber Partnership. The DRIVE Group is diverse group of professionals who want to network with a purpose in order to help each other grow their businesses and learn together. The Group meets the First and Third Wednesdays each month from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Charlie's Restaurant located at 26555 Dixie Highway in Perrysburg. 

In addition, The DRIVE Group and The Chamber Partnership has partnered together to present the The DRIVE Group B2B Expo 2016: The Game Changer! The Expo will be held at The Pinnacle this year and we are expecting a great turn out!

If you are interested in being a sponsor for the event or a vendor, please contact Abbey Hall at the chamber either via email at abbey@hschamber.com or at 419-865-2110.




WHAT:
The DRIVE Group B2B Expo 2016: The Game Changer powered by The Chamber Partnership

WHEN:
Thursday, September 22, 2016 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE:
The Pinnacle
1772 Indian Circle Maumee, Ohio 43537


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or

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE EXPO 

Work on the McCord Road underpass remains on schedule. On Thursday, July 28, crews began moving the railroad tracks to their permanent location. 
 
For safety during this complex work activity,Holland Park Boulevard, will be closed Thursday, July 28 through Monday, August 22. Drivers can use Angola Road to Holland Sylvania Road to Airport Highway to McCord Road. Holland Park Boulevard will reopen following this work. 
 
Once the railroad tracks are moved, crews will begin to dig the underpass and finish roadwork on McCord Road. The opening of the underpass is expected to take place in September.

Are you in need of a professional head shot? Perhaps for your business card, website, or social media page? Look no farther because The Chamber Partnership has partnered with Kelly Polsdorfer, a local photographer, to offer a great deal for professional business portraits.

A studio will be set-up on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Chamber office. It costs $50.00 per person and each person will be given a 30 minute interval for their photo shoot.$50.00 includes CD of all photos and any retouching is $5.00 per pose.

Contact Abbey at the Chamber Office to Schedule your session today!
419-877-2747 or abbey@hschamber.com

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UTILITY SAVINGS PROGRAM
 

It's very time-consuming for any company to research, obtain, and compare bids from a variety of utility suppliers and have the confidence they've found the best cost saving opportunities. That's why forward thinking companies are turning to a new, better, and FREE method to ensure they've received the best options available!

We will work with you to:
-Assess Your Needs and Requirements
-Share Strategies and Insights
-Answer All Your Questions
-Estimate Your Monthly Savings

Ready to see HOW MUCH you can save?

Just send us a recent utility bill for each service you would like us to provide you with a FREE, NO COST, NO OBLIGATION cost savings analysis!

If you have any questions, you can call Josh Torres at 419-877-2747 or email him at office@thechamberpartnership.com.
 

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11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursday, September 15, 2016

Join the Chamber Partnership and Copper Moon Studio on your lunch hour to enjoy lunch, networking, and a craft project for $15.00 per person! Space will be limited, so do not delay and register ahead of time by clicking on the link below or by calling Abbey Hall at 419-877-2747.

REGISTER HERE

Heroin Steals the Future- There is Help Campaign

Seven rules for facing
addiction in the workplace

Untreated drug addiction costs U.S. businesses $102 billion in lost productivity and profits annually, according to the National Mental Health Association.

The majority of those costs come not from treating alcoholism and drug addiction, but from the indirect costs of not treating them — health care bills for on-the-job injuries, absenteeism, workers compensation, disability claims and loss of productivity.

The hard facts from Minnesota’s Hazelden Foundation are that one in 10 employees has a drinking problem, and almost a third of these drinkers use illicit drugs. These are not somebody else’s employees; these are your employees. And although drug addiction is their problem, at the end of the day it’s your company.

The most successful business owners recognize that addiction affects nearly every company, and boldly take steps to manage that risk. Here are seven cost-effective rules every Minnesota business can follow to understand, intervene, treat and return employees struggling with addictions to the workplace.

Educate your workforce about addiction and treatment.
Enact an ongoing, monthly addiction education program for all employees, from managers to rank-and-file. Address the risks — such as accidents, theft and loss of productivity — surrounding drug abuse, both on and off the job.

Educational programs that focus on reducing the stigma of drug and alcohol-related problems help clear the way for treatment of employees who otherwise would fear accessing treatment when they desperately need it.
 

Promote company use of employee assistance programs.
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can provide training for supervisors, addiction awareness programs, confidential assessment and screening for employees, access to substance abuse treatment, and help returning to work for those in recovery.

Yet many employees believe that if they approach their company’s EAP for help or attempt to access treatment through their health plan, their employer will find out about their drug problem and their career will be jeopardized. It’s an employer’s responsibility to educate employees about the availability, benefits and confidentiality of the process.

 
 
In our efforts to contain Ohio workers’ compensation rates for our members, we have found that membership in a group rating program is the most cost effective route to pursue.  As a current chamber member, you would have no additional association dues to pay for participation into our chamber sponsored group plan.
 
We recommend the services of ProComp Risk Advisors for placement of your company in the proper BWC certified group rating program.  They are a locally owned TPA and we are confident they will fulfill any of your workers’ compensation concerns in a professional and responsive manner.
 
Enclosed is a temporary authorization form which must be completed and returned to ProComp Risk Advisors to receive a no cost/no obligation analysis of your projected savings in the group plan.  You may then compare the findings of our study with those of your current group plan and select the program which generates your company the greatest savings.  Remember, there is no cost or obligation to participate in the study.  I urge you to take a few minutes and complete the form.
 
If you have any questions, please direct your inquires directly to the ProComp group rating department at (419) 724-2667.

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