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Wells County Chamber of Commerce Monthly Newsletter
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A Message from the Executive Director, Erin Prible
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Cupp Real Estate, located at 127 E Oak Forest Drive, Bluffton, was recognized as the June Chamber Member of the month. Owner, Mick Cupp, started the business in 1973 and continues to have a passion for Wells County. Cupp has a small, but mighty, staff which includes Karolyna Farling, who has been working with Cupp for 41 years and daughter, Tiffany Hoover, works part-time in the office as well.
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Crimson House
Jeff & Heidi Reed
304 N Jefferson, Ossian
260.622.0167
jeff@crimsonhouse.net
Coffee, Bakery, Food
Integrated Talent Solutions
Toni Widman
3201 Stellhorn Rd, Fort Wayne
260.414.2679
toni@integratedtalentjobs.com
www.integratedtalentjobs.com
Executive Search, Consulting, Recruiting
Optimist Club of Bluffton
Gary Merritt
PO Box 14, Craigville
260.565.3486
GLMKMM@adamswells.com
Service Organization
Schoeff's Party Rental
Pierre Gerber
3161 W 100 N, Bluffton
260.824.9434
schoeffpartyrental@gmail.com
www.schoeffpartyrental.com
Tents, Tables & Chair Rental, Inflatables
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ROEMBKE MFG. & DESIGN GROUND BREAKING
The Wells County Chamber of Commerce celebrated a breaking ground ceremony with Roembke Mfg & Design for their new 7,200 square foot facility. “The additional space will allow for more specific automation and more manufacturing space,” commented Greg Roembke, President of Roembke Mfg. & Design.
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THE INTERURBAN TRAIL IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!
Members of the community, Chamber of Commerce, City Officials, and the engineering firm, Primco & the Butler, Fairman & Seufert were present to cut the ribbon at the trailhead for the Interurban Trail.
Ready. Set. Go!
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WHICKER PARK OFFICIALLY OPEN FOR PLAY
Members of the Bi-County Board, community people, donors, and supporters gathered on Wednesday, June 28 for an official dedication and Ribbon Cutting.
Congratulations to you all!
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Gracy & Mercy Transitional Housing Ribbon Cutting and Celebration
Grace & Mercy Transitional Housing is a ministry of Community Care of Wells County. On June 2nd a Ribbon Cutting was conducted for the new facility located at 1001 S Clark Ave, Bluffton.
The facility will house women who are in need of short-term housing due to an abusive situation, getting out of rehab, needing a fresh start, etc.
Each individual will go through programs for life skills, budgeting, health, cooking, safety, and bible study participation.
For more information contact 260-353-1006.
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WELCOME WESLEY TO WELLS COUNTY!
Wesley Chubb is the new Store Manager at Lowe’s in Bluffton. He is originally from Ionia, Michigan and has been married for 10 years to wife Elyssa. They have 3 children, Michael, Madelyn, and Hannah. Wesley has worked for Lowe’s for 10 years as well and has been at other urban, rural, and city locations.
“I am excited to be part of the wells community because of the true family community atmosphere that wells county and Bluffton have. What brings me the most joy with working in the home improvement industry is the ability to help people love where they live and help the communities love where they live. Wells county is one of inclusion and family. That is why I have decided to move my family here to Wells County.”
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Don't Miss These Exciting Events
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Business Before Hours at STAR Insurance
Tuesday, July 11 at 7:30am
1980 N Main St, Bluffton
Annual Chamber Chicken BBQ Event
Monday, July 17
4H Park and Dutch Mill Plaza
We are in need of volunteers. Let Erin or Sarah know if you would like to help with the event. 260-824-0510.
Lunch n' Learn: Is your business easy to find online? Find out ways to move up your Google search listing, presented by the News-Banner
Wednesday, July 26 at Noon
Location: Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre
Invitation will be forthcoming
Business Before Hours at Ouabache State Park
Thursday, July 27 at 7:30am
Annual Chamber Golf Outing
Thursday, August 3
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THANK YOU TO OUR GOLD MEMBER...
HONEGGER, RINGGER & CO.
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THANK YOU...MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY
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It's great for us to say THANK YOU CHAMBER MEMBERS! Every year we host a picnic on the patio and treat members to a free lunch. Thank you to everyone that came out to eat and the many businesses that donated towards the event.
We Love You All!
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Congratulations to Brian Waggoner with Hiday Motors! Brian won the $50 in Chamber Bucks Drawing from the event.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT ATTENDED!
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Shop Local. Support Local.
Visit the Farmers' & Artisans' Market in July
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Community Events
Click on any event for more information
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Please Note: Bluffton NOW! Wine Tasting Event will be moved to May 2018
July 9 Events:
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THANK YOU TO OUR GOLD MEMBER...
FIRST BANK OF BERNE
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Wells County was recently highlighted in the national publication Business in Focus Magazine. Wells County is one several communities featured in the June edition. Business in Focus is delivered to over 468,200 subscribers every month.
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REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM AVAILABLE
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The Wells County Economic Development has developed a revolving loan fund program through a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) intended to promote economic growth and job creation by assisting small businesses.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
- Existing small businesses currently located in Wells County which are interested in expanding and improving their enterprises.
- Existing small businesses currently located outside of Wells County which are interested in relocating to Wells County.
- New small business which are interested in establishing themselves in Wells County.
WANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION?...CLICK HERE!
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Media Services Unlimited
20% Off for Chamber Members
on writing services!
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