CHAMBER NEWS

Chamber Partnership with CEA Will Help You Save Money

The Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Community Energy Advisors (CEA) to educate and empower Chamber Members to take control of their energy costs. The Chamber Energy Aggregation Program is designed to provide a full suite of energy management services to Members.

In today's volatile energy market there are plentiful opportunities to shop for a better rate. CEA utilizes a competitive bid process to ensure Chamber Members receive the best rate. In addition, they specialize in the analysis of the entire bill to deliver savings and ROI from the utility side as well.

All Chamber Members may request a free assessment of their utility bills to determine where savings opportunities exist, even if you are in an existing supply contract. Enrollment is simple. Email or fax us all pages of your most recent month's electric and natural gas bills. If it is determined that the program can provide you with a more competitive market rate, you will be given an authorization form that will enable you to be enrolled in the program.

To request your free assessment and to take control of your energy costs today, just send a copy of all pages of your most recent electric and natural gas bills to Sarah Margelowsky at chamberenergy@ceateam.com or fax to 330-721-8111. One of our trusted energy advisors will then contact you to discuss your potential savings opportunities. For more information, please visit http://ceateam-chamberenergy.com/.

Chamber Launches Innovative Export Program

The Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce is boosting its international trade services by offering companies involved in export and global trade innovative export documentation and compliance solution.

eCertify is a user-friendly, online solution which transforms the costly, time-consuming paper-based process for stamping and signing of paper-based Certificates of Origin into a streamlined electronic system.

"eCertify enables our Chamber to provide exporters and freight forwarders with faster turnaround times, with immediate acceptance or rejection notifications. Importantly, online processing cuts out the use of couriers to shuttle Certificates and associated trade documents to and from our chamber and so reduces their costs," said April Acuña, The Cuyahoga Valley Chamber Executive Director.

A Certificate of Origin is an important trade document that identifies the origin of goods being exported. It is required by customs authorities to validate the origin of goods being imported and acts as one of the key bases for applying tariff rates.

Chambers of Commerce are recognized worldwide as the official body and key agent in the stamping and signing, certification, of Certificates of Origin.

"Historically, businesses have had to deliver paper documents, personally or by courier, to the chamber for certification. As you can imagine, this is a costly and time consuming process," Ms. Acuña said. Businesses that participate in the electronic program can keep better track of records, she said. "They can login into the application and view all the transactions that have taken place, which is preferable to searching through boxes of paperwork" she said.  

Save The Date for a 45th Anniversary Celebration!

Saturday, October 1st, 9 am - 3 pm at the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

Join us as Cuyahoga Valley Career Center (CVCC) celebrates 45 years of building careers in your community! CVCC is inviting all of its community members to our 45th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every five years, CVCC pauses to reflect on its history, celebrate its accomplishments, and look forward to its future....and we would love for you to celebrate with us. This event will be a jam-packed day of fun, food, hands-on activities, free workshops and demonstrations for all ages.

SpringHill Suites Now Open in Independence

The 121-suite SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Independence, Ohio is now open. Located at 6060 Rockside Place, the SpringHill Suites Cleveland Independence will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Janus Hotel & Resorts of Boca Raton, Florida.

Located 10 minutes from downtown Cleveland and 12 miles from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, the hotel offers guests convenient access to Cuyahoga National Park, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railway, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Quicken Loans Arena.

"We're delighted that the SpringHill Suites Cleveland Independence is the latest addition to our growing number of properties across the United States," said Loren Nalewanski, vice president and global brand manager, SpringHill Suites. "The hotel's design provides a seamless blend of style and function at an affordable price, and our all-suite offering allows guests enough room to relax and reenergize."

Featuring suites that are larger than typical hotel rooms, SpringHill Suites Cleveland Independence is ideal for business and leisure travelers looking for style and inspiration in their stay. Every aspect, from furniture and lighting to colors and fabrics, has been carefully selected to offer calm and refreshing spaces. Separate living, working and sleeping spaces also provide guests with flexibility and functionality. The perfect place to sink into a good night's sleep, the hotel offers luxurious linens and plush pillow, while a comfortable pullout sofa bed and lounge chair offer additional space for relaxation or extra family members. The hotel's tasteful bathroom includes modern touches, a marble-top vanity, iridescent tile walls and creative lighting features, which help travelers revive and refresh. Business travelers can take advantage of a large, well-lit desk with ergonomic chair. Complimentary Wi-Fi in the hotel's lobby and high-speed Internet access in every suite allow guests to remain connected at all times.

Featured a brand new design that adds depth and sophistication to the décor, the hotel's lobby is a great venue for conducting casual meetings or simply to socialize. Using warm colors, accent fabrics and walnut-stained wood, the lobby's earth tones inspire guests to sit, relax and enjoy their stay. The hotel also offers business services, same-day dry cleaning, guest laundry facilities, an outdoor patio with a fire pit, an indoor swimming pool and whirlpool spa, and an expanded fitness center. In the lobby, the Market offers convenient 24/7 access to food and beverages.

Daily complimentary hot breakfast is SpringHill Suites' way of making sure guests have a good start to their day. The hotel features a full-service bar offering cocktails and dining options, and also has 900 square feet of meeting space to accommodate meetings and functions of up to 55 people.

Rep. Anielski to Host Military Resource Fair in Parma on Sept. 2nd

COLUMBUS-State Representative Marlene Anielski (R-Walton Hills) is joining with the  Cuyahoga County Library in hosting a Military Resource Fair on Friday, September 2nd. 

The event taking place at the Parma Snow Branch of the Cuyahoga County Library will feature a variety of organizations geared towards helping those who have served our country, no matter what era, their spouses, and families. Throughout the day there will be agency representatives who can help military personnel or their families with benefit questions, employment opportunities, and many other military related areas. The event is completely free and open to the public. Free continental breakfast, haircuts, and additional offers will be available to those in attendance. 

Date: Friday, September 2nd 

Time: 9am-12pm

Location: Parma Snow Branch of Cuyahoga County Library (2121 Snow Road Parma, OH 4413)

Bring: DD 214 or NGB 22 discharge papers.  If discharge papers are not available, please bring the social security card of the military personnel.

"All of our military personnel have given personal sacrifices in leaving their loved ones to protect our freedoms," Rep. Anielski said. "It is my intention to make sure that all those who have served no matter in what capacity and no matter what era, are aware of the benefits and services available to them during the Military Resource Fair."

For more information, please contact Markee Osborne at (614)-644-6041 or Rep06@ohiohouse.gov 

Copper Stone Catering & Event Center

St. Theodosius has owned our venue on Ridge and Biddulph Rds. in Brooklyn since 1975. We have recently decided to change our name to reflect the new look of our renovated event center!

I would like to proudly introduce you to Copper Stone Catering & Event Center! We are very excited about this name change, as well as a soon-to-be announced new Director of Operations!

Our website is still in progress, but feel free to check it out.  Also, check out our Facebook page for our new logo and look!
 

We're excited to reinvent ourselves and showcase our renovated and gorgeous property! Please call or email us should you need any additional information.

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