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20 issue 5 a guide to Butler County business information
2010
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Message from the President Page 2 Member News Page 3 Summer Bash BLT Mixer Page 4 HR Forum Networking Luncheon Page 7 Employee of the Year Page 8 New Members LBC Graduation Page 9
Register Now For Annual Golf Outing At Lake Arthur Country Club
lanning for the Chambers 54th Annual Golf Outing is already underway and we want your foursome to reserve the date to golf with us on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at Lake Arthur Country Club. The Chambers largest networking and fundraising event always delivers a great day of golf and camaraderie, thousands of dollars in door prizes, a Chinese Auction, golf contests, delicious food and allday beverage service, business and networking opportunities, team and skill prizes and so much more! The format is a four-person scramble beginning with a shotgun start at 10:00 a.m. Plus, enjoy a Hole-In-One Contest, Beat The Pro and Putting Contest and a new game of chance, happy hour, delicious hors doeuvres and steak or chicken dinner plus the chance to win some fabulous door prizes donated by Chamber members. Golf packages will be available in addition to a Cigar Bar courtesy of Smoker Friendly/Cigar Express and lots of give-a-ways. Thank you to the following sponsors: Corporate Sponsors: Concordia Lutheran Ministries & Butler Health System Additional Event Sponsors: Frames & Pixels Productions, Lexus of North Hills, Conley Resort, NexTier Bank, Gateway Engineers, Lake Arthur Country Club, Thompson Miller Funeral Home, Friedmans Freshmarkets, Armstrong, Butler Human Resources Association, Butler County Community College, Wal-Mart and Culligan Sponsorship options for the 2010 Outings are still available and you will soon be contacted by our Chamber interns, Jillian and Melissa, regarding tee and door prize contributions. For registration information, contact the Chamber at 724.283.2222 or download a registration form online at ButlerCountyChamber.com. This years event is also being held in cooperation with the Butler Human Resources Association. See flyer enclosed for more information.
ButlerCountyChamber.com 724.283.2222
f you love the beautiful sights, sounds and smells of spring, this will be an event you will not want to miss! The Butler County Chamber, Penn State Master Gardeners of Butler County and Succop Conservancy invite you to join us at the 2010 Spring Garden Market & Butler County Home And Garden Show to be held on Saturday, May 8, 2010, at the beautiful Succop Conservancy at 185 West Airport Road in Butler. The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and will feature a huge showcase of exhibitors geared towards helping you welcome spring! Area businesses and organizations will showcase solutions and ideas for your home
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Board of Directors
EXECUTIVE BOARD Brenda Lemmon Minuteman Press of Butler Board Chair
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Dr. Nicholas Neupauer 1 Vice Chair Butler County Community College Joe Taylor Armstrong Sherry Kyne Eisler Nurseries, Inc. Jocelyn Howard Sinopoli C.W. Howard Insurance Agency BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Brautigam Clearview Mall Dr. Edward Bucha Slippery Rock University Dino Capestrani Concordia Visiting Nurses Cecelia Buechele Foster Community Health Clinic of Butler County Aubery Hulings Farmers National Bank Brian McCafferty Kenmac Rentals & Sales Glenn Miller Thompson-Miller Funeral Home Jody Offstein Furniture Galleries Stephanie Roskovski Butler Health System Vic Rozic Calumet-Penreco LLC/Karns City Tammy Schuey Butler Eagle Diane Sheets CDC of Butler County Daniel Swartz Nextier Bank Dean Weiland Friedmans Freshmarkets Affilate Organizations: Butler County Young Professionals Butler Downtown Butler Human Resources Association Friday Morning Coffee Club Leadership Butler County New Visions for Butler Slippery Rock Business Association 2nd Vice Chair Treasurer Past Chair
professional staff
Stan Kosciuszko ..............................Ext. 23
President
Jennifer Monaco..............................Ext. 21
Over 80 members from the Butler County Chamber and the Allegheny Valley Chamber joined together at Concordia Lutheran Ministries for a Meet-N-Move Networking Luncheon on April 7th. The event was sponsored by Concordia, C.W. Howard Insurance Agency and Consolidated Communications. And special thanks are extended to the staff at Concordia Lutheran Ministries.
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ast Brady Freshmarket recently announced Richard Bridgeman has been promoted to Store Manager. In his new position, Mr. Bridgeman will be responsible for operation of East Brady Freshmarket, Bridge and Water Streets in East Brady. Richard Bridgeman brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He started working at Friedmans Point Plaza Supermarket in 2006, soon after retiring from the Marine Corps. He was promoted to Co-manager in 2007, then was transferred to Friedmans Saxonburg in 2008. He worked at the Saxonburg store until his appointment as East Brady Store Manager.
Mr. Bridgeman requests that customers with suggestions see him at the store or call him at 724.526.5912. Congratulations Mr. Bridgeman!
NA Hospice, a non-profit organization, has been serving the community for the last 28 years. We are recruiting for special individuals to volunteer for our Hospice. Hospice volunteers play a vital role in providing care directly or indirectly to those dealing with terminal illness. We have ongoing training -- free of charge -- for potential volunteers. There are various opportunities for volunteers at VNA Hospice. Volunteers sit with patients to allow family time out of the home, visit hospice patients who reside in area nursing homes, assist in the hospice office, and volunteer in our NEW Inpatient Unit opening in May. Please call or email Janette Hensler, Volunteer Coordinator for the VNA Hospice, to register for training. Or, contact Janette for more information on our Volunteer program at 724.431.3502 or via e-mail at jhensler@vna.com.
n May 22, 2010, Lifesteps, in partnership with presenting sponsor Giant Eagle, will host a Health & Wellness Stepa-Thon event called Step Out for Lifesteps, a regional walk-a-thon fundraiser. This 2-mile group walk, with check-in registration at 8:00 a.m. and the course opening at 10:00 a.m., will be held at four locations. Locations include: Borland Manor Elementary, in Canonsburg Indiana University of Pennsylvania, in Indiana Seneca Valley High School, in Harmony The Armstrong Rails to Trails, in Kittanning
The event features camaraderie, health and wellness information, music and refreshments. Participants will take steps toward healthy living while supporting Lifesteps Family Caring Fund. For more information or to register, contact Tracy Alexander at 800.225.2010 or log onto www.lifesteps.net.
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he Butler County Young Professionals (BCYP) provides an opportunity for professional networking and development, social activities, relationship building and volunteerism. The organization offers numerous ways to become involved, to interact, to learn, to network and to make a positive impact on our community. Visit ButlerCountyChamber.com for more information. Happy Hour & A Half Join the BCYP for a Happy Hour & A Half the last Thursday evening every month from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Dingbats in Butler. One free drink for all BCYP members and free hors doeuvres while supplies last. March of Dimes Walk Saturday, May 1, 2010 9:00 a.m. Registration / 10:00 a.m. Walk at Butler County Community College Founders Hall 3 Miles (2 Laps Around Campus) Joint Mixer with Shenango Valley Young Professionals Thursday, May 20, 2010 6:00 p.m. at Elephant & Castle, Grove City (near Grove City Outlets) Meet and network with other members from both the Butler County and Shenango Valley Young Professionals. South Beach Party Summer Bash Friday, July 16, 2010 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at The Atrium Members from the BCYP will serve as volunteers at the Butler County Chambers Annual Summer event for members. BCYP Volunteering Made Easy event
held on April 1st.
njoy an evening out with food, fun and local theater on Thursday, May 13, at The Butler Little Theatre with Leadership Butler County and R.P. Musko & Associates. This popular event will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Butler Little Theatre located at One Howard Street in downtown Butler and will feature delicious food, complimentary drinks and business networking along with a sneak peak of the Little Theatres performance of The Importance of Being Earnest, a comedy by Oscar Wilde. Members of the current Leadership Butler County class along with Leadership alumni and chamber members are all invited to attend. The evening is part of the LBC Quality of Life Day. So, bring a guest and enjoy the evening! Catering will be provided by Friedmans Freshmarkets. Admission is free and limited to Chamber members and Leadership Butler County Alumni, but reservations are required. RSVP to the Chamber office by Friday, May 7, to reserve your space at 724.283.2222.
and business including home improvement and landscaping, financial planning, personal care, and more. Enjoy specialty food items including delicious coffee and espresso, homemade biscotti, baked goods, wine, cheese steaks, gourmet gelato, ice cream and more; original crafts; local business information; a silent auction; and landscaping materials and live plants available for purchase throughout the day. Its the perfect opportunity to purchase gifts for Mom, taking place the Saturday before Mothers Day! Plus, enjoy Master Gardener presentations on Tomatoes, Garlic & Basil at 11:30 a.m. and Hydrangea Care, Varieties & Blooms at 1:00 p.m. Enjoy FREE admission and parking and FREE shuttle service from Penn Christian Academy Parking Lot. Over 70 vendors are already signed up to participate, but space is still available to those interested in participating. Cost is $50.00 for non-profit and home-based businesses;
$75.00 for profit businesses; and $125.00 for space under the Sponsor Tent. For registration information, visit the Chambers website to download a form at ButlerCountyChamber. com or contact the office at 724.283.2222 today. Special thanks is extended to our Corporate Sponsors, Eisler Landscapes and Kenmac Rentals & Sales. Additional sponsors include Armstrong, Butler County Community College, Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau, Butler Eagle, Friedmans Freshmarkets, C.W. Howard Insurance Agency, VNA Western PA, Approved Toilet Rentals and Butler Health System. So, enjoy the sights and sounds of spring with the Butler County Chamber and the Penn State Master Gardeners of Butler County by joining us on Saturday, May 8th at the Succop Conservancy! See flyer enclosed for more details.
he Butler Human Resources Association and the Butler County Chamber of Commerce will present the Annual Human Resources Forum on Solutions To Challenging Human Resources Questions. The forum, to take place on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. until Noon, features a hot breakfast buffet, business expo, keynote speaker and breakout sessions regarding human resource topics. The event will take place at BC3s Succop Theater and admission is only $15.00 per member and $20.00 per prospective member. Sponsors of the event are Specialized Staffing, Inc. and Butler County Community College. A keynote address Solutions To Those Never Answered Human Resources Questions as well as two breakout sessions, Hiring, Retaining & Motivating Employees and Employee Handbooks Why They Are Important, will be presented by associates of Metz Lewis, LLC. To register, download a flyer from the Chamber website at ButlerCountyChamber. com, or contact the Chamber with any questions. See brochure enclosed.
Close to 40 businesses participated in the Make Up Day for the Health, Wealth, Wellness & More Business Expo held on Friday, April 16, 2010, at the Clearview Mall. The event was sponsored by Dollar Bank, Butler County Family YMCA, Butler Memorial Hospital and the Butler Eagle.
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Pictured from left to right are Debbie Sinz, Butler Health System and 2009 Employee of the Year Award recipient; Benjamin Kline and Rebecca Swartzentruber, 2010 Employees of the Year Award Recipients; and Brenda Lemmon, Minuteman Press of Butler and Chairman of the Butler County Chamber Board of Directors.
he Butler County Chamber and generous sponsors, The Atrium and Jodys Pantry Catering, welcomed 120 guests to the Employee Appreciation Day Luncheon on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at The Atrium. Sunshine and blue skies set the stage for a great event celebrating the Good Ol USA with delicious hors doeuvres and food selections from across America provided and courtesy of Jodys Pantry Catering, a mini expo featuring local chamber members, the chance to win some fabulous door prizes donated by Chamber member businesses and a Live Auction All You Need to Golf and More package courtesy of the Butler Eagle. In addition, two Annual Employee of the Year Awards sponsored by Butler Memorial Hospital were presented to Benjamin Kline and Rebecca Swartzentruber. Congratulations! Special thanks to our Mini Business Expo participants: Albert Gallatin Home Care & Hospice, The Atrium, Care Chiropractic Center, Consolidated Communications, Geneva College Adult Degree, Jodys Pantry Catering, Keystone Specialties, Inc., LIFE Butler County, Quality Life Services, Unicorn Cards & Gifts Thank you to the following members for donating door prizes and gift baskets: Armstrong, Body Beautiful Spa, Butler Eagle, Butler Memorial Hospital, C.W. Howard Insurance Agency, Clearview Mall, Community Care Connections, Consolidated Communications, Discover Chiropractic, Eisler Landscapes, Friedmans Freshmarkets, Moses Jewelers, NexTier Bank, Specialized Staffing, Inc., Unicorn Cards & Gifts
Two Honored With Employee of the Year Awards Congratulations To Benjamin Kline & Rebecca Swartzentruber
enjamin Kline, Keystone Specialities Inc., and Rebecca Swartzentruber, Trinity Living Center (Quality Life Services), were presented with the 2010 Employee of the Year Awards during the Chambers Annual Employee Appreciation Day Luncheon held on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at The Atrium. The Annual Award is generously sponsored by Butler Memorial Hospital and was part of the Chambers All American themed luncheon. Mr. Kline was nominated by Keystone Specialties, Inc. because he is very goal oriented, well liked by his customers, highly organized, a great team player, takes all obligations seriously and has shown his dedication by working far into the night to finish projects. He also embraced the entire concept of a new management system, studied and perfected it and then taught and shared it with the entire staff. He possesses tremendous vision, has been instrumental in developing new markets and shows great leadership in all projects in which he becomes involved. Ms. Swartzentruber, nominated by Trinity Living Center, is a registered nurse who has committed her career to caring for nursing home residents also seeking out special training to improve her expertise. She has received special training in state-required resident assessment practices and is currently an expert in the field. She also oversees annual training for all staff and provides special training if necessary. She is a certified Eden associate and has embraced and promoted her companys mission and vision to change the companys culture of the home from a medical model to a resident centered model. She demonstrates each and every day a sincere compassion and heart for the nursing home resident. And, in her private life, she cares for her husband and three boys in addition to being the caregiver for her mother, and often spends her lunch break driving her mother to doctors appointments. Congratulations to Benjamin and Rebecca, outstanding representatives of the Employee of the Year! Past award recipients include Jennifer Roxbury, NexTier Bank; Tammy Schuey, Butler Eagle; John Brock, Burt Hill; Becky Craig, Sonneborn; and Debbie Sinz, Butler Health System. 8
Butler County Chamber of Commerce
nother year has quickly gone by and it is time to honor the 2009-2010 Leadership Butler County class as they graduate on Wednesday, June 16, 2010. The graduation ceremony will take place in cooperation with the United Way of Butler County Annual Meeting. The breakfast event will take place at Founders Hall at Butler County Community College beginning at 7:30 a.m. Twenty-three business professionals will be honored as graduates of the 2009-2010 Leadership Butler County program along with the presentation of the Red Apple Awards sponsored by Armstrong. The United Way will also conduct their Annual Meeting and award presentations as part of the event. Special thanks are extended to sponsors, C.W. Howard Insurance Agency, Armstrong, Butler County Community College and Minuteman Press of Butler. For more information on the Leadership Graduation event or the Leadership program, contact the Chamber at 724.283.2222 or visit us online at ButlerCountyChamber.com.
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