May 2016 - Beaver County Chamber of Commerce
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May 2016 - Beaver County Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS 724-775-3944 Business@Work. Partners in Progress. info@bcchamber.com May 2016 www.bcchamber.com Commercial Real Estate for Lease in Beaver County Space Available: Warehouse | Distribution | Manufacturing | OfÞce | Lab | Yard Ambridge Regional Distribution & Manufacturing Center Rail Served. Crane Served. Customer Served. 2301 2301Duss DussAvenue Avenue| lAmbridge, Ambridge, PA PA 800.371.5606 800.371.5606 www.AmbridgeRegional.com www.AmbridgeRegional.com RSVP for our FREE BCCC Member May 19th Afterhours catered by The Taco Stop! RSVP to info@bcchamber.com by Thursday, May 12, 2016. warehousing.distribution.transloading. Con-Am Warehouse at the Ambridge Regional Distribution & Manufacturing Center 800.371.5606 l www.ambridgeregional.com What’s Inside May 2016 President’s Message Jack Manning President & Executive Director It is a universal truth that no one likes having their taxes raised. This is especially true if residents and business owners feel they are not getting an effective return on their tax dollar. When taxes are spent to improve essential services or rebuild infrastructure, the common sense support of taxpayers is usually strong. This was the case when the Chamber backed our local state elected officials in passing the Act 89 Transportation Bill. Everyone realized that crumbling roads and bridges negatively affected all segments of our society and cost us millions of dollars per year in traffic accidents, business disruption, transportation costs, auto repairs and business development opportunities. At some point in time, a community realizes you can’t ignore or wish your problems away, you have to solve the continued on page 3 Sponsor Spotlight, President’s Message, Page 1 Member News, Event Photos, Page 2 Committee Updates Page 3 New Members, Events, Page 4 PAGE 2 Family Connections 700 Turnpike St., Beaver, PA Ever have one of those days when you might ask yourself – who would ever want to be part of this family. The answer might surprise you. There are over 400,000 waiting children in the United States, 17,000 of those children are in Pennsylvania, who are in foster care and would love to be part of a safe, secure and loving family. There are no stereotypical foster families, which is a good thing because there are no two children that are alike. Each child has different needs and has been exposed to different experiences. At Adoption Connection, PA, we like to think that there is a perfect family for each waiting child. When we asked a former foster child, “What would you say to someone thinking about becoming a foster parent,” she said, “Give us a chance!” Helping a child, either temporally or permanently, can be as easy as contacting Adoption Connection, PA. We provide guidance, support and direct services to families and children who are engaged in the foster care system. Our goal is to help children and families navigate the often confusing and emotional journey from placement to permanency. Call today to schedule a free orientation. 724-371-0671 Aliquippa Impact is a youth development organization since 2005. A Future Anticipated is Aliquippa Impact’s primary effort to foster tangible hope for a purposeful future in the lives of young people. We group youth into cohorts (810 students each) in elementary school, and our staff remains committed to these cohorts through high school graduation and beyond. By participating in A Future Anticipated, children experience long-term support as they gain access to mentorship, art opportunities and academic support at our After-School Program (ASP). AI’s “Have a Hand in Hope” Campaign is seeking to expand both our program quality and size in the following ways in 2016: • ASP will add 10-12 more students. • ASP will add one night a week and increase our hours to 3:30-7:30. • ASP will offer a classically-based literacy and writing curriculum that will empower young people to research and persuasively argue their own perspectives. We believe that every child is full of God-given potential that is unlocked when hope comes near. Our motivation is to give them this opportunity now because now is the time of their childhood; now is the time to create a tipping point from adversity to real life change! Consider giving at www.aliquippaimpact.org. MAY 2016 Member News By Stacey P. Sullivan, CRPC, Financial Advisor, Princor Registered Representative The Earlier You Retire, The Longer You Are Retired I enjoy talking about retirement planning. Retirement is the ultimate goal for most people. They can retire from their career, spend time with loved ones, travel, and maybe even throw away their alarm clock. But the conversation can quickly change from an enjoyable discussion about dreams and aspirations to the realization of being unprepared for difficult decisions, especially if an action plan has not been implemented to help achieve specific goals and objectives. A lot of my clients ask me to run calculations to determine the feasibility of early retirement. I remind them that the earlier they retire, the longer they are retired. Retiring at age 60 instead of age 65 is not just a five-year difference in age – it is a ten-year difference in a retirement plan. There will be five less years of retirement savings and five more years of retirement spending. Even though there are several variables that will affect the ability to retire at a specific age, the only variable that can really be controlled is how much money is contributed to retirement savings. It is never too late or too early to take action toward retirement objectives, just start saving today and be aggressive with contribution rates. I never hear anyone complain about having too much in retirement savings, but many complain about not having enough. Making early progress toward retirement objectives can create more options as retirement age approaches, hopefully resulting in less stress and a more enjoyable transition to retirement. Do not procrastinate about retirement savings. Retirement planning should be taken seriously. Everyone has limited time, and most people have limited money. The willingness to allocate time and money toward retirement objectives can have a substantial impact on the ability to retire at a desirable age. A financial advisor can help create, implement and monitor a customized plan that is based on specific goals and objectives. Talk with an advisor today to take action on your plan. Stacey P. Sullivan is a Financial Representative of Principal National Life Insurance Company and Principal Life Insurance Company and a Registered Representative of Princor Financial Services Corporation. Securities offered through Princor Financial Services Corporation, 800/247-1737, Member SIPC. Principal National (except in New York) and Principal Life are issuing insurance companies of the Principal Financial Group®. Principal National, Principal Life and Princor® are members of the Principal Financial Group, Des Moines, IA 50392. Stacey can be reached at 878/201-3351. t15011603lq Entrepreneur’s Growth & Networking Conference at Duquesne University June 2 with Key Note Speaker Jeff Broadhurst, President & CEO, Eat’n Park Hospitality Group Join us at the Entrepreneur’s Growth Conference on June 2 at Duquesne University. It’s a full-day event filled with over 10 action-packed workshops on topics such as LinkedIn, Google Tools, Sustainability, Finding Money and Getting the Sale. Listen as our expert speakers reveal the secrets to remaining competitive and strategically growing your business. Special Guest, Scot Teachout from Peak Performance Management will be discussing how to be a better networker at breakfast. And at lunch, Jeff Broadhurst, President and CEO of Eat’n Park Hospitality Group will discuss his role at Eat’n Park and some key concepts he has used throughout his career. Over 400 business owners and managers are expected. Come to learn new ideas and network! www.duq.edu/GROWTH Use the Chamber Member Discount code and pay only $99. Promo code: EGNC99 Route 65 Motors, llc. is a family owned and run business located in North Sewickley Twp., Beaver County. We offer Used Auto Sales, U-Haul rentals, and Full Notary/Messenger Service, taking pride in ensuring that our customers are pleased with our services. We will strive to earn your trust! As a new business dealing in Used Autos, we are slowly building up our inventory. We welcome the opportunity to buy or consign your used vehicle, taking the hassle out of selling your car. We will do the work for you! Route 65 Motors, llc. is also a neighborhood U-Haul Dealer; we are pleased to help you plan your next move. Call us to make a reservation. For over 40 years, we have been assisting peopleAs a Penn Dot Authorized Online Messenger, we can process instant with everyday activities of daily living that support renewals and registrations. Our customers can leave with their a safe, healthy and independent lifestyle in their registration card, sticker and/or plates. Coming soon, we will also be home, the hospital, nursing home, assisted living able to process registrations for Boats, ATV’s and Snowmobiles. facility and adult day care center. Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday 10am-5 pm and For over 40 years, we have been assisting Saturday 10am-2pm. If your schedule doesn’t fit ours, we can do other As a licensed home care agency, we provide people. with everyday activities of daily living home care services In Western PA. Liken Homehours by appointment. Visit us at route65motors.com or that support a safe, healthy and independent lifestyle in their home, the Care is a Licensed Home Care Agency in the state of PA. 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We provide The First Tee of Beaver Falls mission is to impact the lives of young people care for adults ages 18 and older, almost any circumstance. Call: 724in/ 774 - 5299 by providing learning facilities and educational programs that promote Serving Pittsburgh and all of Western PA character development and life enhancing values through the game of golf. Visit us: www.likenhomecare.com Programs use a combined curriculum of 9 core Life Skills values and 9 core Life Skill healthy habits. Call: 724-774-5299 7 to 17 age programs offers a fun learning environment surrounded by youth of their own age, as well as trained golf instructors. Curriculum levels: Marquis Strategies, LLC PAR (Focusing on fundamental communication and self-management is a full service fundraising and event skills): BIRDIE (Centers on goal setting): EAGLE (Concentrates on group and management company located within community interaction) the heart of Beaver. Even though Marquis 4 to 6 age TARGET program introduces golf in a safe environment, may be new to Beaver County, Partners providing participants a variety of opportunities to lean golf skills and Kimberly Pizzella and Maria Longo are not. concepts. TARGET curriculum uses safe, oversized clubs and balls patented You may have seen them at many of the county’s chamber and community by The First Tee. events. For several years, Marquis has been a company devoted to earning the respect of its clients and community through fresh ideas and unique creativity. Marquis offers a wide array of services ranging from Fundraising and Corporate Events to Grant Writing. With prior industry experience, Marquis’s experts remain with you throughout the entire planning process to ensure that you don’t feel alone, and everything is tailored to fit your requirements. So, if you’re involved in a non-profit that needs assistance in fundraising, a company in need of a team building event or if you think your community needs help with their local event, let Marquis take care of it for you. We can plan whatever you may desire no matter the size, style or theme. Let us turn your imagination into a reality! To learn more, please visit our website at www.marquisstrategies.com. 2016 Schedule available www.blackhawkgolfcourse.com Host facility - Black Hawk Golf Course. HONOR OUR VETERANS PLAY IN THE BLACK HAWK ARMED FORCES OUTING In conjunction with Sports Clip haircuts, the 2nd annual outing will be held: Saturday, May 21st 8:00 am shotgun $75/player (Includes golf, cart, prizes, meals & beverage) Proceeds benefit the VFW & Local veterans from Vietnam Veterans Chapter 862 w w w . b c c h a m b e r . c o m PAGE 3 Government Affairs President’s Message continued from pg. 1 problem. And while none of us likes the current delays on Route 65, Interstate 376, the Vanport Bridge, Route 18 interchange and others, they are a direct result of Act 89 moving forward and allowing progress to be made for a region that desperately needed to improve its infrastructure in a way that brings a better quality of living and working in Beaver County. As our Chamber partner Lou Villotti from the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission told us when people complain about traffic congestion, “it’s a sign that something is happening (there).” Act 89 investment in our future was a no brainer. Likewise about a year ago, the Chamber supported bipartisan HB794, recently signed into law by Governor Wolf on April 20, as Act 18. This Act allows third through eighth class counties to raise their hotel room taxes from 3% to 5% with the proceeds being reinvested back into promoting w w w . b c c h a m b e r . c o m MAY 2016 tourism for their regions. This “hotel tax” - that is paid by visitors and business travelers staying in our county - funds Beaver County’s travel and tourism efforts. Anyone who has ever stayed in any hotel or motel anywhere in the state or the country, whether for work or pleasure, has paid a similar tax. And while there have been several new hotels built in Beaver County, we believe increasing this tax by 2% is another no brainer. Investing more money to effectively promote bringing more visitors and people into our region is necessary. Beaver County needs to expand our marketing reach and promotion of our great quality of life and business opportunities. It should not competitively disadvantage Beaver County with our surrounding region, as many already have the 5% levy in place. We believe this is another appropriate tax increase that brings positive benefit and return to Beaver County residents and businesses. Economic Development Focus on Workforce Development One major objective of the many Chamber Economic Development Initiatives is to provide a qualified, drug free workforce. In order to attract, retain and expand business in our region, we must have the talent to fill the jobs of the future. By 2025, it is anticipated that more than 275,000 workers could be leaving the workforce in our ten county region. That’s a significant number of employees and doesn’t factor into consideration any future job growth with new technologies that may occur. This is one reason why the Chamber is part of an Energy & Advanced Manufacturing Partnership that is diligently working to align our primary and middle school students with the best career choice options. Creating the workers of the future to fill those hundreds of thousands of potential openings requires educating students and parents on the right educational opportunities. It may be trade schools and apprentice programs, certificate or associate degrees, or four year and higher degrees that are required to fill these positions. It is also why we have worked hard to emphasize the need for a drug free workforce. We recently held a Town Hall meeting on the problem of addiction in business and industry. It is estimated that on an annual basis, business incurs losses of $25.5 billion due to addiction. During the Town Hall, there was much discussion about the serious heroin crisis and the rising rate of overdoses that are occurring year over year. Beaver County District attorney David Lozier and other County officials have vowed to do everything they can to reverse this trend. From a business perspective, opioid prescription abuse is one of leading causes of workplace addiction. Jason Snyder, Policy and Communication Director for the PA Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs, provided personal insight and expertise on how pervasive the problem is across the Commonwealth. Given the great response and interest in this issue, the Chamber will continue to educate and bring resources to assist our members. Beaver County has a history of being home to a great workforce. In order to grow our economy and maintain that reputation, we need to keep aligning our young people with the right career paths and combat the problem of addiction that hits every sector of our labor force and society. Thank you to our Sponsors of the Town Hall Series on Workforce Development & Addiction on Friday, April 29th at the Park Inn by Radisson:Gateway Rehabilitation Center, Mental Health Association and Pinebrook Cottage Consulting! #BCTownHall16” www.bcchamber.com Laraine Hicks Merrick Art Gallery Members Services Laraine Hicks, former owner of Craig Printing in New Brighton and the Certified Advertising Specialties Professional of Laraine’s Promotional Products, has announced her retirement. Laraine began her career as an executive assistant to Robert Merrick at Standard Horsenail Corporation, New Brighton in 1960. In 1966 she joined her husband Leo Hicks at Craig Printing Company, New Brighton when the couple purchased the firm from the widow of Ira Craig whose family started the establishment in 1907. Community service has always been important to Laraine. A few of the Beaver County boards she has served on include: American Red Cross; Bicentennial Celebration; Regatta Committee; Center Civic Women’s Club; a leader of Jr. Girl Scout Troop #1, New Brighton; Beaver-Castle Girl Scout Council; served as PFWC SW District Junior Director and President of PFWC Beaver Co. Women’s Clubs; New Brighton Juniors; BPW; Women’s Business Network, Inc. of SW PA. The Beaver County Chamber of Commerce celebrated a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening at T-Mobile in Monaca on Thursday, March 31st! She currently serves on the boards of Merrick Art Gallery Associates, New Brighton First Church of God, Merrick Art Gallery Women’s Council; Beaver Valley Community Concert Association and Women’s Business Network. She has sung with the Ellwood City Area Civic Chorale for many years. She has been the recipient of the BPW Woman of the Year, Beaver County Women’s Conference Star Award, Paul Harris Award, PA Best 50 Women in Business, and the ATHENA Award, in recognition of her work as a community volunteer and business leader. The business received The Business of the Year Award from the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce. Laraine continued Craig Printing on her own following the death of her husband and business partner, Leo Hicks in 2011. She then made the difficult decision to close the business but continued the promotional products part of the business until recently. Clients are being serviced by a longtime friend in the business. Laraine will continue to be a part of the Chamber as Volunteer Ambassador for Merrick Art Gallery, New Brighton. INDUSTRIAL SPACE FOR LEASE Office | Warehouse | Distribution | Manufacturing Call 1-800-371-5606 FOR MORE INFORMATION • On-Site Management • Industrial Crane Space BILE MO T- • 7 Rail Spurs conveniently located on-site and a short move from Norfolk Southern’s Conway Yard • 11 Miles from the proposed site of the ethane cracker plant in Beaver County Congratulations and Best of Luck! Ambridge Regional Distribution & Manufacturing Center 2301 Duss Avenue, Suite 1 Ambridge, PA 15003 www.ambridgeregional.com www.ambridgeregional.com PAGE 4 w w w . b c c h a m b e r . c o m MAY 2016 NEW MEMBERS ADKL LLC Robert Johnson 412-848-5900 5337 Brightwood Rd. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Stray Cat Studio www.adkl.org Business Consultant Renee Suhr 724-494-9347 507 Seventh Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Blackhawk School District Melanie Kerber www.straycatarts.com Arts/Classes 724-846-6600 500 Blackhawk Road Beaver Falls, PA 15010 AG Real Estate http://www.bsd.k12.pa.us/ School District Breanne Terrill 412-334-8436 700 Maple Grove Road Bulger, PA 15019 Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Christopher J. Guandolo, CFP(R) http://agrealestaterentals.com/ 724-728-0400 1337 Third Street Beaver, PA 15009 Apartments/Property Management http://www.janney.com/ Financial Services Congressman Keith Rothfus spoke at the Chamber’s 2016 Annual Congressional Breakfast on April 5th. Thank you to our main sponsor, Comcast, and Heritage Valley Health System for being the Host/Breakfast Sponsor. EVENTS May ANIMALS/KENNELS VETERINARIANS/CREMATORIES INF O BCCC Afterhours Event 19 Free Ambridge Regional Distribution Hours: T & Th 11am-7pm; W, F & Sat. 11am-4pm; Closed Sun. & Mon. AUTOMOBILE DEALERS/RENTALS Use the North Gate Entrance (Directly across from Shop’n Save. Enjoy food provided by the Taco Stop as well as beverages and dessert. June 16 CCBC is 50! Beaver County Chamber of Commerce Free Afterhours Event 1 Campus Dr, Monaca, PA 15061 5:30-7:00 p.m. Student Services Center (lower level) & Courtyard Join us for the ultimate “throwback Thursday” as we revisit the sights, sounds, and favorite foods of the year the college was founded – 1966! Then, help us officially kick-off our 50th anniversary celebration and learn about where CCBC is heading in the future. RSVP to the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce by emailing info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944 20 Beaver County Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing Connoquenessing Country Club 1512 Mercer Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117 Breakfast & Registration: 7:30am Shotgun Start: 9:00am Contact the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce at golf@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944 for more information July 21 WesBanco Afterhours Ron Lewis These Fine Establishments The advertisers listed are members of the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce. For a complete listing of Beaver County Chamber Members, please visit the website 5:30pm-7:00pm Details to follow RSVP to the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce by emailing info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944 For more information about each event including pricing and sponsors, visit www.bcchamber.com or call 724.775.3944 www. bcchamber .com Beaver Elder Care & Rehabilitation Audiology Associates, LLC. Hearing & Hearing Aid Services D.A. Peterson, MS, CCC-A, FAAA Clinical Audiologist Hours: 8:30a.m. - 4:00p.m. Call for an appointment 724-728-2860 724-728-3659 Helping transition you from hospital to home in no time. 616 Golf Course Road Aliquippa, PA Serving the hearing impaired of Beaver County. Phone: 724-375-0345 Since 1975 78 Tuscawaras Rd. • Beaver, PA www.nothearingwell.com www.Beck-Construction.com HEATING AND COOLING B E AV E R C O U N T Y C H A M B E R O F 724-846-1440 COMMERCE Mario’s Dockside Grille 1420 Riverside Dr, Beaver, PA 15009 790 Duquesne Way Rochester, PA 15074 300 9th Ave. Beaver Falls, PA 15010 MANUFACTURING “Best of the Valley” Ardex, L.P. Seven Straight Years! The W.W. Henry Company, L.P. “Quality Home Comfort Since 1943” 400 Ardex Park Dr. • Aliquippa, PA 15001 724•203•5000 ASSISTED LIVING PA5633 +HDWLQJ$LU&RQGLWLRQLQJ $LU'XFW&OHDQLQJ:DWHU6\VWHPV CAMBRIDGE VILLAGE Personal Care Residence Secured Dementia Unit MEDICAL SUPPLIES Since 1980 Ford Chevy Kia SUPPORT HEALTHCARE/REHAB SERVICES Jim Beck Construction www.beavercountyhumanesociety.org 2301 Duss Avenue, Ambridge, PA 5:30pm-7:00pm RSVP to the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce by emailing info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944 Beaver County Humane Society 724-775-5801 3394 Brodhead Road Center Township, PA 15001 & Manufacturer’s Center CONSTRUCTION/REMODELING RENOVATIONS CREDIT UNION “We Never Stop Caring” 800.834.NINE www.homer9.com A+ HOTELS/MOTELS/BED & BREAKFAST 724-846-1400 485 Buffalo Street, Beaver, PA 1600 Darlington Rd. • Patterson Township Beaver Falls, PA 15010 2015 Main Street, Aliquippa, PA 724-775-6640 412-264-2613 www.westaircomm.com 724-752-6200 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 105 Stone Quarry Rd. • Monaca, PA 15061 724-728-5121 • FAX 724-728-5120 724-378-3534 989 Beaver Grade Rd. Moon Township 125 Nalco Way • Ellwood City, PA 16117 INSURANCE Life Auto Home Business PHARMACIES 433 State Street Beaver, PA 15009 724-728-1200 www.bobtracyinsurance.com Franciscan Manor Senior Living 71 Darlington Rd. • Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Brian Wozniak Agent 724-891-1150 FINANCIAL SERVICES/PLANNING 724-774-1126 RETAIL/SPECIALTY SHOPS 401 Brkich Way Bridgewater, PA 15009 brian@insuremewoz.com INDUSTRIAL PARKS 3433 Broadhead Road Monaca, PA 15061 (Center Twp.) 724•775•1655 Screen printing & embroidery www.candssports.com Ambridge Regional Distribution & Manufacturing Center 2301 Duss Avenue, Suite 1 • Ambridge, PA 724-266-4661 Hours: M, T, Th, F 10-6 Wed 10-5 • Sat 10-2