February, 2015 - Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce

FEBRUARY 2015
Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Connection
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February Business of the Month
Reliance Business Solutions
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
February BOM
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GRC News
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Member News
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Reliance Business Solutions, a woman
owned business since 2005 is focused on
creating a cost effective way for business
owners to do business when processing
credit cards, regardless of the industry
they are in. When Diann Donaldson first
opened her business she worked out of
the trunk of her car. Without the support
of her husband, Cliff and her children,
she never would have been able to set
off on her own.
Since that time, she has added agents
across the region and Ohio. Dave Collins,
Judi Robbins, Cathy Aikins, Andy
Raptosh Dave Smith and Briston
Baughman have brought expertise to the
business and have allowed the business
to grow at a remarkable speed.
Seated Left Judi Robbins ATM Division Mgr. and Merchant Service Agent and Owner, Diann Donaldson
Standing Left Jennifer Codeluppi, Lynn Grimes, Cathy Yurkovich, GRC Board Members and Dave Collins,
Merchant Advisor Serving Western PA/Ohio
“We have a wonderful team in place”, stated Donaldson. “Our focus and mission is it is not what
you make; it is what you get to keep. We tell our clients this and we live by that motto. We treat
every client with integrity and honesty. We treat everyone as if they were family. We know each
client by name. They are not a number, which is unique in this type of industry.”
Greater Rostraver Chamber
516 Circle Drive
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
724-929-3329
The customer base has changed greatly. As a cashless society the business owner has to accept
credit cards to survive. Reliance Business Solutions ensures that each client gets the best pricing
available. If you own a business, Reliance Business Solutions can do business with you.
Offering more than merchant services, Reliance Business Solutions provides IPAD POS Systems,
Municipal Gateways, ATMS, gift/loyalty, inventory management, mobile solutions, and more.
Diann is on the Executive Board for MVRCC, a Member of Mon Valley Networking and is active
with the Greater Rostraver Chamber and volunteers with the CREW Missions, Inc. Reliance
Business Solutions is currently the exclusive processor for Belle Vernon Area Credit Union,
MVRCC & Norwin Chamber.
Volume 10, Issue 1
Please visit the website www.reliancetransactions.com and like Reliance Business Solutions on
Facebook for more information.
GRC News
February Membership Meeting
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Brunswick Zone Belle Vernon - Rt. 51South
Registration 11:30am, Buffet Lunch 12noon
$16/Member Cash or Check Only at the Door or
Use the PayPal Feature : http://greaterrostraverchamber.org/upcoming-GRC-meetings.htm
Bowling Fun After Lunch!
Our February GRC 101 Sessions were well attended and quality time was spent with the attendees.
GRC
101
Information was shared on these topics: How to Maximize Your Chamber Investment, How to Promote Your
Business, Products or Services to Fellow Chambers and Beyond, Connecting on Social Media, Benefits of
Members and More! Attendees had the opportunity to ask questions, network with each other and exchange
contact information.
Watch for details on the next round of GRC 101 and plan to attend!
1st Annual Taste of the Town - Sunday, March 22nd
Plans are going very well for our 1st Annual Taste of the Town food event scheduled for Sunday, March 22nd at Rostraver Central Fire Hall.
Doors open at 2pm and the event will run until 5pm.
Attendees will enjoy a “sampling” of items from local restaurants, taverns, bakeries, confectioners, wineries, brewery and other food and
beverage establishments in one location.
The event will also include 50/50 drawing, door prize giveaways and a “Taste of the Town” raffle basket drawing. Radio Personality and
Local Chef, Mario Porreca will serve as the event emcee and will have his cookbooks available for purchase.
Tickets are $20 each or two for $35. Tickets can be purchased by calling the GRC office at 724-929-3329, or by using the PayPal feature at
http://www.greaterrostraverchamber.org/Taste-of-the-Town.htm. Tickets will not be sold at the door and only a limited amount of tickets will
be sold for this event.
The event also offers non food and beverage participants the opportunity for recognition through Event Sponsorships, Beverage Sponsors
and Door Prize Donations.
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Event Sponsors - $40 includes business card published in the Event Guide and Signage at the Event
Beverage Sponsor - $20 includes listing in the Event Guide and Signage at the Event
Door Prize Donors - $10+ includes acknowledgement in the Event Guide
To Date the following establishments are participating in the Taste of the Town:
Four Star Level: Bill’s Golfland, Brunswick Zone, Bruno & Sons, Chef G., Cotromano’s, Redd Dawgs, Rita’s Italian Ice, Rockwell’s Red Lion,
The Pizza Company
Three Star Level: Felicia’s Restaurant & Lounge, Gary’s Chuck Wagon & Gingerbread House Bakery, Serendipity Tea Room, Twelve Oaks
Restaurant & Pub
Two Star Level: Rostraver Shop-n-Save Bakery
One Star: Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Big Barn Country Store, Big Frank’s BBQ, Bloom Brew, Christian Klay Winery, Shortbread City Designer
Desserts, Sweet Spot Bakery
Other establishments to be added. For more information about participations, sponsorship or tickets, please call the Chamber
Office at 724-929-3329.
Thank you to those members who have returned their 2015 membership applications and dues renewal. Your prompt
attention is greatly appreciated.
Membership renewal packets were mailed to all GRC members at the end of the year. If for some reason you did not
receive the information, or have misplaced it, please call or email (grcoc1@comcast.net) and I will be happy to email you
the information. You can also download a Membership Application at http://www.greaterrostraverchamber.org/become-a
-GRC-member.htm. The convenient Paypal feature is located on the same page, so you can easily make your payment.
I always know when spring is just around the corner, even though the temperatures show no indication. The days begin
to stay lighter longer and I begin working on the Annual Membership Directory that is printed and mailed to all current
members. Since this is an annual printing, I don’t want any of you to miss the opportunity to be included in this benefit of
membership.
If you haven’t done so yet, please return your updated membership application and dues payment to the GRC Office.
Information should be received by March 1st to be included in the printed directory.
Thank you!
Gina C. Lynn
Executive Director
Watch your mailbox for the Recognition Dinner invitation which will be mailed to all current GRC members and guests!
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Join Us…
Paint & Sip Networking Event
Tuesday, March 3rd
Doors Open at 6:30pm
Off the Wall Arts
$35/Person Includes Instruction, Supplies & Light
Snacks
BYOS - Bring Your Own Sip
Invite your family, friends, colleagues - all welcome!
We will paint this Welcome sign on slate
Reservations Required—Call 724-929-3329
Learn More About Cedar Creek Dog Park Plans at a Public Meeting
The Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, February 19, at
6:30 pm to discuss plans for a dog park and other potential facilities at Cedar Creek County Park in Rostraver Township.
The meeting will take place at the Rostraver Township Municipal Building, located at 201 Municipal Drive, Belle Vernon,
near the entrance to Cedar Creek Park.
The purposes of the meeting are two-fold. The first is to evaluate both need and residents’ desire for a new dog park and
other potential new facilities at Cedar Creek Park. The second is to seek input from potential users regarding the design
and layout of the proposed dog park that is being considered as a possible addition to Cedar Creek Park. Potential rules
of operation for the dog park will be reviewed as will plans for the upcoming 2015 March for Parks, a fundraising event
that focuses on funding new park and trail facilities in Westmoreland County.
At this year’s March for Parks, hosted at Cedar Creek on Saturday, March 28, we are showcasing our proposed Cedar
Creek Dog Park. In support of the dog park and to help fund it we are encouraging dogs and dog owners to enter the
March. To register for the March or obtain additional information visit the parks website at www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/
parks.
Mantle House Mission Events
A Volunteer Work Day will be held the first Saturday of each month at the Mantle House Mission. Starting Saturday,
March 7th at 9am. Anyone over 14 years of age is welcome. No experience is needed and lunch will be provided.
Please call ahead if you are able to volunteer on this Saturday, or any of the following Saturday Volunteer Work Days
724-872-7119.
On Sunday, March 22nd the Mantle House Mission will hold a Bowling Fundraiser at Brunswick Zone, Belle Vernon from
3 to 5pm. Tickets are $20 and includes bowling, shoe rental, soda and pizza. A Chinese Auction will also be included
and basket donations are needed. Please call Marci (724-872-7119) for more information about either event.
The Mantle House Mission is a transitional home for homeless or near homeless young adults. To learn more about the
Mantle House Mission, the Thrift Shop and upcoming events, LIKE their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/
pages/Mantle-House-Mission/231897333502199?sk=timeline.
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Submit Member News and Articles to grcoc1@comcast.net for publication in Chamber Connection.
Advertising (Business Card, Full and Half Page) available for upcoming issues;
call to reserve your space today! 724-929-3329
Thank you to those who advertise in the Chamber Connection.
We appreciate your support!
Please remember to support fellow GRC Members when shopping, dining and scheduling services.
Keep it Local, Greater Rostraver!
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Member News
Annual Mon Valley Home Show
The 24th Annual Mon Valley Home Show, scheduled for
April 10, 11 and 12 at the Rostraver Ice Gardens, Rt. 51,
Belle Vernon is nearing a sellout on booth reservations. If
you haven’t reserved your booth space yet, contact Lynn
Grimes at 412-760-0531 or Leo Rach at 724-483-7000.
The Annual Mon Valley Home Show is an efficient way to
reach a large number of motivated and qualified prospects
for your business, products or services. The show will
feature a wine tasting area, with local wineries showcasing
their products, while the Specialty Market area will feature
home décor, specialty food items, health and wellness
products and fashion accessories.
Advertising space is available in the reference “buyers
guide” for a nominal fee. This guide will be given to every
attendee at the show. This booklet will list all exhibitors’
information and can be used as a reference all year long.
The Annual Home Show is open to the public, Friday, April
10 from 2 to 7pm, Saturday, April 11 from 10am to 7pm and
Sunday, April 12 from 10am to 5pm.
Welcome New Member
Ragged Edge Farm Goat Milk Soap
Christine McCreary & Chuck Perry
West Newton, PA 15089
Handcrafted Goat Milk Soap & Premium Bath Products
724-875-4471
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ragged-EdgeFarm-Goat-Milk-Soap/386333834855297?
sk=info&tab=page_info
In lieu of a traditional ribbon cutting to welcome Ragged Edge
Farm to the GRC, we will plan a visit to the farm in the spring
when the new goats are born. Watch for details and plan to
join us!
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