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CHAMBER UPDATES | FEBRUARY 27, 2025


Dear Chamber Leaders,


With today’s fast-paced 24-hour news cycle, it can be challenging for a chamber of commerce to stay on top of every local story—even in a community as vibrant as Colerain. That’s why we keep you informed through our Facebook page, Linkedin page and monthly newsletters, ensuring you never miss important updates about chamber members, community events, and ribbon cuttings.


To make the most of your Chamber membership, consider these quick steps:

✅ Set aside 5-10 minutes to explore how you can get more involved.


✅ Look for event logos that match your interests—whether it’s our Golf League, Women’s Networking Lunch, Sales Summit, Colerain HOPE, or Team Up to Green Up initiatives; each has a distinct logo to help you identify opportunities.


✅ Stay ahead of key events by checking our event calendar and marking important dates on your calendar months in advance.


✅ Share our newsletter with your team, or let us know if you’d like additional members added to our mailing list. Beth or I can assist with updates.


✅ Watch for new events and business opportunities—we always look for ways to enhance our value and welcome your input!


We are also incredibly proud of our Colerain Chamber Award winners, recognized in front of a fantastic crowd of 230 attendees at our Annual Awards Dinner. Below, you’ll find photos, member announcements, and other exciting news.

Exciting News!


We’re thrilled to announce that ODOT has approved our mural project at Northgate on the west side of Colerain Avenue! To bring this vision to life, we are working toward a $40,000 fundraising goal. If you're interested in supporting this community initiative, please reach out or (click here) to donate to our charitable 501(c)(3) foundation.


Thank you for your continued support—we appreciate all you do for the Colerain Chamber and our community!

Dave


Dave Moravec

President

513-923-5036

president@colerainchamber.org

NEW SUSTAINING SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT

Evergreen Retirement Community


230 W Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45215


 

Phone: 513-948-2308





Evergreen Retirement Community

Evergreen/Wellspring Retirement Community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing in a vibrant Cincinnati setting. Nestled on 63 acres of park-like grounds, residents enjoy top-tier amenities, personalized care, and a fulfilling lifestyle.

With a full calendar of social, physical, and mentally stimulating activities, residents can set their own pace—whether it’s a round of golf, a walk through the gardens, or relaxing at happy hour.

Our community features luxury dining with chef-prepared meals, a fitness and rehabilitation gym, an art center, a library, a game room, and an outdoor pool. Beautiful walking paths, a courtyard, and a greenhouse provide peaceful spaces to enjoy nature. At Evergreen, we create a welcoming home where seniors can thrive.

Contact us today to learn more!

CHAMBER HAPPENINGS & EVENTS

Check out the

SUSTAINABILITY AWARD WINNERS!


Follow the Chamber and Team Up to Green Up Colerain On Facebook to see who is making a difference in our community !


TEAM UP TO GREEN UP




WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5TH

10:00AM

VIRTUALLY



Team Up to Green Up is a community wide initiative in Colerain Township to commit to a litter-free area and to preserve the beauty and cleanliness of the community with greater sustainability practices. 




For more information visit www.teamuptogreenup.org. Let's work together to reduce our environmental impact and promote eco-friendly practices.


Sign Up Here

Join us for the Women's Networking Luncheon. This is a great opportunity to connect with professional women from across the community. Whether you're building new relationships or strengthening existing ones, this is the perfect setting to share ideas, collaborate, and grow.



Upcoming Host Location:


  • April 8th, Table of Hope - New Hope Church



  • May 13th (AFTER HOURS EVENT) - Pour Candle Co.


REGISTER HERE FOR MARCH

WOMEN'S NETWORKING


TUESDAY, MARCH 11TH

12:00-1:30PM


Host Location:

Little Brother's Friends of the Elderly, 5530 Colerain Ave

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This month we will enjoy networking and guest panel of speakers as we dive into a discussion that resonates with so many—balancing careers while caring for aging parents and relatives.


Meet Our Expert Panelists:


🔹 Ja’Lah Willingham – Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly

🔹 Nora Dashley – Community Transformation Director of Senior Services, YMCA

🔹 Jane Ripberger – Home Instead

🔹 Sylvia Dwertman – Visiting Angels

Preregistration is necessary to ensure we can provide delicious meals and ample seating for everyone.



If you wish to attend and miss signing up by the Friday before, you may attend and bring your own lunch.


This month’s Sales Summit featuring

Gayle Gruenberg, CEO (Chief Executive Organizer) of Let’s Get Organized! Based in Northern NJ, Gail specializes in helping individuals and organizations clear their minds by clearing their space.

Registration



SALES SUMMIT


WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12TH

8:30am - 10:00am

VIRTUAL MEETING

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Boost your sales skills and network with local professionals at the Colerain Chamber Monthly Sales Summit! This engaging event provides valuable insights, practical strategies, and a supportive space to discuss challenges and successes in the sales world. Whether you're a seasoned sales expert or new to the field, the Sales Summit offers something for everyone.



This month's topic: Struggling with clutter—physically or mentally? Life events can disrupt even the best organizing systems. Gayle will share expert insights to help sales professionals and busy executives take control of their space and time.


Discussion includes:

✅ CRM Strategies

✅ Creating Productive Morning Routines

✅ Time Management: Important vs. Urgent Tasks

✅ Tackling Desk Mess & Paper Flow












Are you a 501(c)(3) organization seeking opportunities to

grow your impact?


Do you want to share your story, attract volunteers, and spread the word about your events?


Colerain H.O.P.E. is a collaborative group exclusively for non-profit organizations aiming to network, exchange resources, and build stronger connections within the community. With a clear purpose, this group actively supports four annual events, including the Health & Safety Fair and Colerain Giveback Day, fostering meaningful engagement and community improvement.


Meetings are held monthly on the

2nd Thursday at 4:00 PM

at White Oak Christian Church.



COLERAIN H.O.P.E


THURSDAY, MARCH 13TH

3:30 Networking

& 4:00-5:00pm Meeting


** New Meeting Location **

White Oak Christian Church

3675 Blue Rock Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45247

Upcoming meetings

at White Oak Christian Church.

Dates in 2025


April 10th

May 8th

June 12th

July 10th

August 14th

September 11th

October 9th

November 13th

December 4th (at Side by Side)


Please reach out to Gail Nolte at gmnolte@gmail.com for additional details.

More Info Here 


TODAY - Feb 27th at Warped Wing

5650 Tylersville Rd, Mason, OH


THURSDAY, MARCH 27TH

3:30-6:30PM


Metropolitan Club 

50 E. Rivercenter Blvd Suite 1900

Covington, KY 41011

Free Parking Provided


Held on the 4th Thursday

of each month.

Roundtable discussions:


Revenue Growth


Faith @ Work


Leadership Growth

INFORMATION


Beer & Biz Networking

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Beers & Biz is a monthly B2B Networking event that includes monthly topical roundtable discussions and open networking.


Roundtable Discussions are broken into primary areas of leadership roles and function and are designed to be topical discussions facilitated by a local leader in each group. These groups are great opportunities for peer-to-peer engagement, sharing of industry best practices, and real-time learnings and struggles of currently relevant topics. They're also great for networking across your primary job function to meet other people in your role in different industry verticals.

While Beer & Biz is not hosted by the Colerain Chamber, Dave serves on the steering committee and we are glad to support this opportunity for our members to connect, network, and engage with business professionals from across the city in a fresh, dynamic setting. The location changes monthly, and we will update our monthly calendar with the details as soon as they are provided by the Beer & Biz steering committee.

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Exciting News! The Second Edition of Our Colerain Chamber & Township Magazine with Cincy Magazine is Coming!


Last year’s special edition magazine was such a success that we’re doing it again! The Colerain Chamber and Colerain Township are thrilled to partner once more with Cincy Magazine to showcase everything that makes our community exceptional.


This upcoming edition will highlight our thriving businesses, inspiring individuals, top schools, and the remarkable achievements shaping Colerain. It’s a fantastic opportunity to share our story and celebrate the collaboration, innovation, and growth that define us.



Want to feature your business? ✨

Advertising space is available, and we’d love for you to be part of this special publication! Contact Dave at President@colerainchamber.org, and he will connect you with the outstanding team at Cincy Magazine.


Your participation will help make this commemorative issue a true reflection of the vibrant, dynamic Colerain community we all take pride in!



HOLD A CABIN NOW! 

RIBBON CUTTINGS!

Two Ribbon Cuttings to Celebrate This March! ✂️

The Colerain Chamber is kicking off the month with two exciting ribbon-cutting celebrations, and you're invited to join the festivities!


The Lil Goodie Shoppe

📅 Saturday, March 1st

⏰ 10:40 AM

7120 Eagle Creek Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45247


LaRosa’s Pizzeria at Stone Creek

📅 Monday, March 3rd

⏰ 10:00 AM

3657 Stone Creek Blvd.



Come out and support these fantastic businesses as they celebrate their milestones. It’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, enjoy the excitement, and show your support for our thriving business community. See you there! 

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...

CHAMBER BUSINESS AWARDS DINNER!

 

CONGRATUALTIONS

Awards Winners!


Business of the Year

MWG MetalWorking Group


Small Business of the Year (new category)

Chris Armstrong Photography


Business Leader

Doris Gibbons (American Family Insurance)


New Business - Rising Star

Madi's House


Beautification & Community Investment 

White Oak Athletic Club (WOAC)


Community Impact

Clippard Family YMCA


Chamber Choice Award Winners

(Voted on by the Chamber Members)

GameOn! Sports Bar

Jeff Weckbach (Colerain Township)


Business Students of the Year

Sara Garvey, Butler Tech/Colerain High School

Lily McFarland, Butler Tech/Northwest High School

Enyonam Nevis, Butler Tech/Colerain High School

Caroline Moore, Mercy McAuley

Nicholas Kolbinsky, LaSalle High School


Colerain Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame Inductees

William L. Clippard III


Photos from the event here

SUSTAINABLITY AWARDS are proudly presented to Businesses recognized for their Outstanding contribution to contributing to overall environmental SUSTAINABILITY! Team Up To Green Up proudly presented the following

Award this month:

Germania Society of Cincinnati

More pictures can be found here





The Chamber held it's first Lunch & Learn of the year. It was an engaging session on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on business efficiency! We gathered at La Salle High School’s Alumni Room, where members explored how AI can streamline operations and drive success.

A huge thank you to chamber member Mill Town Market for providing a delicious lunch and to our expert speaker, Jennifer Panepinto of Painted Bread Marketing LLC! Jennifer, a co-author of the best-selling book Collecting Jellybeans, shared valuable insights, including practical strategies from her chapter, “What to Think About Before You Start Marketing.”

Attendees gained actionable takeaways on incorporating AI into their business workflows to enhance productivity and innovation. Our next lunch and learn will be held May 20th. More details to follow next month.



EXCITING NEWS!



The Colerain Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, in conjunction with the Chamber's Team Up to Green Up initiative, has received approval from ODOT for its mural project to beautify Colerain Avenue near Northgate Mall between Longhorn Steakhouse and Panda Express. Designed by Colerain High School alum and professional muralist Brian Beck, the mural will celebrate our community’s natural heritage with vibrant pollinators, native wildflowers, and a majestic bald eagle honoring our Veterans Memorial.



Support this inspiring project by making a tax-deductible donation. Sponsors of $250 or more will be entered into a drawing to participate in the final brushstroke ceremony in Spring 2025, recognized in mural publicity, and receive four commemorative T-shirts.


Donations of $50 or more include two free T-shirts,

also available for purchase in 2025 for $25 each.


Checks can be sent to:

Colerain Chamber Foundation

4300 Springdale Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45251


Sponsorship Levels:

Bald Eagle Sponsor ($5,000)

Signature Sponsor ($2,500)

Mural Sponsor ($1,000)

Pollinator Sponsor ($500)

Native Plant Sponsor ($250)

Community Sponsors (Any amount of $50 or more)


For more information on Sponsorships email Dave at President@ColerainChamber.org

Information and Online Donation Link 

COMMUNITY INFORMATION

SIgn Up for NW HS Here
Sign Up for CHS Here
CHAMBER BENEFITS


SPOTLIGHT CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFIT

Time to check on your Energy Supplier and pricing!


Do you feel like your energy bills are out of control? The Chamber Energy Program provides supply solutions for members, small businesses, non-profits, & large commercial operations. As a trusted partner they will provide a FREE bill review to see if you can save on your energy costs. Watch this video for more information.

Information Video 

ARE YOU TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ALL OF THE CHAMBER BENEFITS?


We have a partnership with providers to offer significant savings to our members on benefits from Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Worker's Comp, Unemployment Administration, HR Services, Payment Processing Systems, LegalShield,

Shipping with FedEx and more!


Visit our website to learn more about the great benefits available to you!

Visit our Website to check out all benefits! 




SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE


Be in the know and stay connected with all Chamber events, happenings and celebrations. Follow us on social media. Also share with us links, promotions, photos and local events and let the Chamber promote for you.


Team Up to Green Up has its own Facebook page as well.



WE NEED YOUR PROMO ITEMS!


Do you have promotional items that you would like to share with us? We regularly share promotional items at networking events and would love to promote your logo. Please provide 25-50 or 100 items that the Chamber can share.


Dave will also wear a polo, sweater or dress shirt with your logo and tell your story as he meets others. His size is XXL.


Contact Dave or Beth and we will be happy for more details. r? (Audience)

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