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The Chamber under- stands and cares about the core strengths and values of our community and works to connect people to business while facilitating job growth and economic invest- ment that promotes a strong sense of commu- nity. We have your back is a comment heard around the table often during regular Chamber Busi- ness Advocacy Commit- tee meetings. Having a strong Chamber of Commerce is vital to the community. The Cham- ber will assist any mem- ber needing support and guidance, giving each a unified voice. Some of the issues the Chamber has helped members with include: signage issues, façade improvements, re- zoning and ballot issues such as Issue #24. The Chamber in part- nership with the City has worked hand in hand to support the continued vitality and success of the Community Entertain- ment District and the Lane Avenue corridor. “I truly value the opportu- nity I had to talk directly with the business owners about issue #24, and the continued redevelop- ment on Lane Ave,” said Becky Hajost, President. To let the merchants on the Lane Avenue corridor know that the Chamber supports a yes vote, the Chamber staff went door- to-door visiting mer- chants to listen to their concerns and to share information and hand out signage promoting issue #24. The Board of Directors of the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Com- merce passed a resolu- tion of support for Issue #24. “The passage of Issue 24 ensures the vitality and future success of Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern and that of our fellow restaurant and entertainment busi- nesses along the growing Lane Avenue Corridor. We have been a proud partner of the Upper Ar- lington community since 2003, supporting area schools, arts, festivals and other business and com- munity organizations. We look forward to continu- ing this partnership and providing the neighbor- hood with a family- friendly place to gather and dine with friends and neighbors.” -Gary Callicoat, Founder and President Rusty Bucket Restau- rant & Tavern “Entertainment districts are intended to revitalize communities by Join the Upper Arlington Public Library & community partners as we hostYOUR engaging discussions on this important topic. SAVE THE DATE Thurs., Nov. 15 6:30-8:30 p. m. Teens Today A Conversation. What’s Important? Why Does it Matter? Register online at: http://bit.ly/SzGEuK Location: Main Library, 2800Tremont Road, Upper Arlington Real Estate Planning and Probate Attorney Call me today about complete estate planning packages, including: Bryan B. Johnson, Attorney at Law 5003 Horizons Dr., Suite 200, Columbus, OH 43220 (614) 560-4719 [email protected] 1975 UAHS graduate. 28+ years practicing estate planning and probate law in downtown Columbus law firm. NOW back in Upper Arlington at corner of Henderson Rd. and Riverside Dr. • Last Will and Testament • Trust • Living Will • Financial Power of Attorney • Healthcare Power of Attorney BUSINESS MONTHLY The Power to Make a Difference October 2012 Issue 52 Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce The Power of Your Voice Thank you to our Chamber PAC Members: 2012 PAC Contributor’s to date. Arlington Optical Comfort Keepers Continental Realty Family Practice West Jarvis Law Office Larson’s Toys & Games Lighthouse Mortgage Services Macaluso Landscaping Co. Ltd. Peridontology, Inc. Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Re/Max Premier Choice Realtors - Toothman Resource Development Group Scioto Country Club Toastmasters Upper Arlington Veterinary Hospital Vaughan Music Studios Westminster-Thurber Community Dr. George P. Wick, DDS Inside this issue: Board of Trustees nominees A12 WOMPLY partners with Chamber A13 Calendar of events A13 New members A14 See POWER on pg A14 The weather may still feel warm, but the holiday season is upon us and that means shopping for holiday gifts. The UA Chamber’s Best Gift Ideas program is just another way that the Chamber is trying to promote member busi- nesses within the com- munity. The program offers members an opportunity to market their business through a Chamber promotion while positively impact- ing their retail holiday sales. By promoting a discount on servic- es and goods or a unique or distinc- tive gift, retailers have the opportu- nity to attract new customers, while strengthening their relationships with current patrons. “We designed the Gift Ideas program to help member companies brand their names in a cost-effective way. The program supports our members’ retail efforts to thrive with local sales,” said Becky Hajost, Chamber president. “We have learned that the gift ideas should be enticing enough to Great shopping ideas for the holiday help support chamber members Support Local Business. Shop. Promote. Participate. Sign up to promote your gift idea at: UACHAMBER.ORG 614.843.1608 See BEST on pg A14
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The Chamber under-stands and cares about the core strengths and values of our community and works to connect people to business while facilitating job growth and economic invest-ment that promotes a strong sense of commu-nity.

We have your back is a comment heard around the table often during regular Chamber Busi-ness Advocacy Commit-tee meetings. Having a strong Chamber of Commerce is vital to the community. The Cham-ber will assist any mem-ber needing support and guidance, giving each a unified voice. Some of the issues the Chamber has helped members with include: signage issues, façade improvements, re-zoning and ballot issues such as Issue #24.

The Chamber in part-nership with the City has worked hand in hand to support the continued vitality and success of the Community Entertain-ment District and the Lane Avenue corridor. “I truly value the opportu-nity I had to talk directly with the business owners about issue #24, and the continued redevelop-ment on Lane Ave,” said Becky Hajost, President. To let the merchants on the Lane Avenue corridor know that the Chamber supports a yes vote, the Chamber staff went door-to-door visiting mer-chants to listen to their concerns and to share information

and hand out signage promoting issue #24.

The Board of Directors of the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Com-merce passed a resolu-tion of support for Issue #24.

“The passage of Issue 24 ensures the vitality and future success of Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern and that of our fellow restaurant and entertainment busi-nesses along the growing Lane Avenue Corridor. We have been a proud partner of the Upper Ar-lington community since

2003, supporting area schools, arts, festivals and other business and com-munity organizations. We look forward to continu-ing this partnership and providing the neighbor-hood with a family-friendly place to gather and dine with friends and neighbors.”

-Gary Callicoat, Founder and President

Rusty Bucket Restau-rant & Tavern

“Entertainment districts are intended to revitalize communities by

Join the Upper Arlington PublicLibrary & community partners as

we hostYOUR engaging discussionson this important topic.

SAVE THE DATEThurs., Nov. 15 6:30-8:30 p.m.

TeensToday

A Conversation.

What’s Important?

Why Does it Matter?

Register online at: http://b

it.ly/SzGEuKLocation: Main Library, 280

0Tremont Road, Upper Arl

ington

Real

Estate Planning and Probate

Attorney

Call me today about complete estate planning packages, including:

Bryan B. Johnson, Attorney at Law5003 Horizons Dr., Suite 200,

Columbus, OH 43220(614) 560-4719

[email protected]

1975 UAHS graduate. 28+ years practicing estate planning and probate law in downtown

Columbus law fi rm. NOW back in Upper Arlington at corner of Henderson Rd. and Riverside Dr.

• Last Will and Testament• Trust• Living Will• Financial Power of Attorney• Healthcare Power of Attorney

Business MonthlyThe Power to Make a DifferenceOctober 2012 Issue 52

Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce

Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce

The Power of Your VoiceThank you to our Chamber PAC Members:

2012 PAC Contributor’s to date. Arlington OpticalComfort Keepers

Continental RealtyFamily Practice West

Jarvis Law OfficeLarson’s Toys & Games

Lighthouse Mortgage ServicesMacaluso Landscaping Co. Ltd.

Peridontology, Inc.Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

Re/Max Premier Choice Realtors - ToothmanResource Development Group

Scioto Country ClubToastmasters

Upper Arlington Veterinary HospitalVaughan Music Studios

Westminster-Thurber CommunityDr. George P. Wick, DDS

Inside this issue:Board of Trustees nominees . . . . A12WOMPLY partners with Chamber A13Calendar of events . . . . . . . A13New members A14

See POWER on pg A14

The weather may still feel warm, but the holiday season is upon us and that means shopping for holiday gifts. The UA Chamber’s Best Gift Ideas program is just another way that the Chamber is trying to promote member busi-nesses within the com-munity. The program offers members an opportunity to market their business through a Chamber promotion while positively impact-ing their retail holiday sales.

By promoting a discount on servic-es and goods or a unique or distinc-tive gift, retailers have the opportu-nity to attract new customers, while strengthening their relationships with current patrons. “We designed the Gift Ideas program to help member

companies brand their names in a cost-effective way. The program supports our members’ retail efforts to thrive with local sales,” said Becky Hajost, Chamber president.

“We have learned that the gift ideas should be enticing enough to

Great shopping ideas for the holiday help support chamber members

Support Local Business. Shop. Promote.

Participate. Sign up

to promote your gift idea at: UACHAMBER.ORG

614.843.1608

See BEST on pg A14

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Upper Arlington Chamber of Commerce Business Monthly uachamber.org

Robert BrzezinskiBizWit LLC

Robert Brzezinski, MBA, CPHIMS, CHPS builds his BizWit LLC Information Security Risk Management consulting prac-tice to make information secu-rity and regulatory compliance understandable and affordable for small business, especially in the healthcare industry. Conducting independent risk assessments of IT systems and business processes or implementing encryption helps find ways to mini-mize security and business risks and often reduces costs. Before starting his company, Robert spent a de-cade leading teams through organizational changes, solving problems and implementing best practices, improving processes and creating savings in large public health organizations. He has had the oppor-tunity to work in leadership roles like Chief Financial Officer, Director of Performance Improvement and Chief Budget Officer.

Robert maintains the AHIMA professional certifica-tion of Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) and HIMSS certification of Certified Profes-sional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS). Robert is also a public notary.

He is a member of the following professional organizations: AHIMA, OHIMA and CSOHIMSS. He also serves as a President of the non-profit Polish American Club in Columbus, Ohio, and is member of the Upper Arlington Chamber of Commerce and Tech Columbus. Robert is also a proud father of Bogna Brzezinska, first year medical school student at the Wright State University.

Kevin Fix, CPANewhaven Capital Advisors

Kevin Fix, CPA, is the owner and Managing Principal of Ne-whaven Capital Advisors, LLC, an independent financial consulting firm serving the needs of small businesses, business owners and professionals. Prior to launching his firm in 2011, Kevin worked for more than 20 years in accounting and finance, first as a practicing CPA and then in all facets of company financial management. He spent 15 of those years with AT&T, Inc. and several of its affiliates, including Ameritech Corporation and Sterling Commerce. Kevin has served as a public company Controller and Trea-surer and has extensive capital market experience.

Kevin earned Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and International Studies from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He is a member of the American Institute of CPAs, the Ohio Society of CPAs and the Financial Planning Association. Kevin currently serves on the boards of the Central Ohio chapter of Financial Executives International, Forty Plus of Central Ohio, and Leadership UA, and is a past Board Member and Treasurer of the American Chamber of Commerce in Denmark.

Kevin lives in Upper Arlington with his wife, Amy, and their three children.

Rob MaccabeePayex

Rob Maccabee is a Columbus native and has been an entrepre-neur since he was old enough to shovel snow and rake leaves.

After graduation from Capital University with a degree in Music Education, he started his first busi-ness with a college partner- Macwood Audio Group - a commercial music and audio advertising produc-tion company. In handling all of the direct selling and marketing of Macwood for 5 years, Rob began his career in working with small businesses and learning about their sales and marketing challenges.

He began consulting merchants for Card Payment Systems (later to be renamed Payex™) in 2000 and quickly transitioned into the roles of sales manager and marketing director where he was instrumental in focusing the company’s product offerings and target markets. In early 2011 Rob was promoted to Senior Vice President of Business Development at Payex.

Rob just set out on his latest venture as a part-ner with Cliing™ Marketing, where he is using his experience and passion for local business to develop marketing systems in the mobile space that help small brands thrive.

Chris MillerThe Arlington Bank

Chris Miller is with the Ar-lington Bank Lending Team and was one of the first members to go through the Arlington Bank “Management Training Pro-gram.” Prior to joining Arlington Bank, Chris had a background in public accounting.

He completed his undergraduate and gradu-ate studies at Kent State University, where he was a 4-year letterman with the Men’s Varsity Golf Team and received the honor of Academic All-American. As an undergraduate, Chris double majored in account-ing and finance and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration. He earned his Master of Business Administration in 2009.

Chris Potts; Executive Director of Business ServicesUpper Arlington City Schools

Chris is a 1994 graduate of Avon Lake High School. He received his BA in psychol-ogy from Denison University in 1998, where he also earned 4 varsity letters as a member of the basketball team and served as team captain his senior year. In 2001, Chris earned a Master’s Degree in Sport Management and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from The Ohio State University and has been employed in the Upper Arlington City School District since. Chris spent two years as campus supervisor at the high school, six years as the District’s Athletic Director and is in his fourth year as Executive Director of Business Services for Upper Arlington City Schools. Chris and his wife, Megan, a 1994 Upper Arlington graduate, reside in Upper Arlington and have three children, Natalie (7), Charlotte (5) and Ryan (4).

Jack Salvato President, MemberSalvato & Associates, LLC

Mr. Salvato has over 20 years of experience and training as a scientist (BA Chemistry and MS Biology) and businessman (MBA). He is particularly adept as an innovative thinker who

has taken concept to com-mercialization, both his own and others. His real life skills in quality assurance, manufacturing, R&D, packaging and product intro-duction won him many accolades and profits for his companies. His skills in new product development led to promotions into product and project management with highlights as a guest speaker of the international Product Development and Management Association.

Expanding his core competencies he achieved a successful B2B sales record. He negotiated sales and marketing contracts in Asia, Mexico, England and Germany. Included were diagnostics, biologicals, pharmaceuticals, pen/touch computer, HVAC, finan-cial. He negotiated sales contract for direct, wholesale and manufactures representative relationships.

Jack is experienced in the planning, execution and analysis of quantitative and qualitative marketing re-search. These skills were utilized in the development, management and implementation of strategic and tactical business plans from startup to multi-billion dollar companies. He mastered all functional areas of print and broadcast advertising production and media planning.

His company does strategic consulting taking your concept to commercialization by assisting you in new product development, the writing of a strategic business plan and the tactical marketing and sales guidelines and goals.

Teressa SnedegarOwner, SportsClips Hair Cuts

My husband and I opened Sport Clips last December on Lane Avenue. We were excited about the location because we knew from being lifelong resi-dents of Central Ohio that Upper Arlington was a great commu-nity. As a new business owner, it was my desire to join the Chamber to meet other business owners and get involved with the commu-nity. I currently am a member of the Retail Committee and have taken part in many of the Chamber Events including the Community Marketplace, the Celebra-tion, and the Taste of UA. The opportunity to be a board member will allow me to increase my involve-ment in Chamber Events and continue to build a strong relationship with the community.

Before opening Sport Clips, I served as a manager with CenturyLink located in Dublin for 12 years. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Since leaving CenturyLink, I have had the opportunity to volunteer in my son’s school both in the classroom and with the PTA.

Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce 2013 Board of Trustees nominees

The Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce (UAACC) is working with FirstEnergy Solutions, in partnership with Good Energy, to offer our members exclusive pricing once again on electric generation. Through this special offer, members can enroll with FirstEnergy Solutions to receive special pricing. Two-year and seven-year pricing op-tions are now available to Chamber members.

Now through the end of the year, eligible residential customers of AEP Ohio can visit fes.com/OhioChamber and lock in a great low price on electric generation from FirstEnergy Solutions.

Be sure to have your electric bill on hand – it takes only a few minutes to enroll. Plus, you can spread the word to your friends and family members so they can take advantage of this special offer too; don’t let anyone miss out on this exclusive opportunity!

“The Chamber is proud to partner with FirstEnergy Solutions and Good Energy to bring members this special offer, and I hope that you take advan-tage of this exclusive savings oppor-tunity,” says Becky Hajost, Chamber president. As with any great offer, the offer ends December 31.

Chamber members receive special pricing on their electric generation

2012 Holiday LunchTuesday, Dec. 4 •11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Dr.

RSVP requiredContact the Chamber at (614) 481-5710 or email [email protected]$25 - Members/ $35 - Non-MembersThe UAHS Choral Ensemble will perform!

A special thank you to our sponsor:

Good food, good music and good company

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The Upper Arlington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce our partnership with Womply, a data analyt-ics and loyalty solutions provider.

Beginning on Novem-ber 5, members will have access to one-year free trials on both Womply’s data analytics and loyalty systems.

“We continue to explore and embrace emerging platforms and business resource tools so that we are more inclusive and progres-sive by taking advantage of technology. Partner-ing with WOMPLY will

allow Chamber members to track their revenue, social media activity, and online rating information over time. Our members will now have access to valuable information that will help them com-pare their performance against their competi-tors to create an effective marketing strategy,” said chamber president Becky Hajost.

The data analytics so-lution called Insights, will allow you to track your revenue, social media activity, and online rating information over time from an easy-to-use web-site. In addition, you will

be able to benchmark your business’s perfor-mance to competitors.

Womply’s patented system works with exist-ing credit card payment hardware and software, analyzing the informa-tion already processed through your POS. Best of all, members won’t have to buy anything or install any software.

Tran Chau, the Direc-tor of Operations at Womply says, “We are making it easy to answer questions that have had business owners scratch-ing their heads for years. With Womply installed, business owners can eas-

ily analyze their monthly revenue and benchmark the performance of their businesses against that of competitors. Know-ing if your business is working well [or poorly] in the local community is extremely valuable information.”

Sitting alongside In-sights is Womply’s loyalty solution called Loyalty Cloud, which is an elec-tronic loyalty program

that high-lights your best custom-ers based on a range of clever criteria. Not

only can you profile a customer’s transactional activity at your business, but you can now also see what other businesses in the area your customers are visiting - an industry first.

Chau adds, “Tradi-tional loyalty programs are great in theory, but business owners have not had a realistic way to measure the program’s effectiveness, or to know

who the participating customers were. Loyalty Cloud gives business owners a simple-to-read report card to show how well their loyalty program is performing, and the visibility into who their most loyal customers are. Features allowing business owners to cre-ate highly-personalized conversations with their customers will be coming in the future.”

Womply’s products will be available to members on November 5. To learn more about Insights and Loyalty Cloud, please email [email protected].

YOUR DREAM IS OUT THERE.

GO GET IT.WE’LL PROTECT IT.

Bringing you time, space and peace of mind

• Senior Downsizing services• Estate Liquidation• Organizing Homes

Let us help you get your homeready to sell! Call Suzy:

(614) 560-5448

www.suzyhelpinghands.com

What a great place to call home!

Abbington of Arlington1320 Old Henderson Road

(614) 451-4575

Locally owned and operated

Independent • Assisted • Respite Care www.AbbingtonOnline.com

Upper Arlington Chamber of Commerce Business Monthly uachamber.org

Chamber embraces emerging platforms and introduces new business tools

Business After HoursJoin the Upper Arlington Area

Chamber members for networking, food, and drinks. All are welcome.

Where: Nicola Restaurant, 4740 Reed Rd., Columbus

When: Thursday, Nov. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m.

UA Young Professionals vs. NextGen Dublin Kickball

Sign up to participate in a kickball game between the UA Young Profes-sionals vs. NextGen Dublin.

Where: Dublin Jerome High School Auxiliary Gym, 8300 Hyland-Croy Rd., Dublin

When: Thursday, Nov. 8 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Registration required. Contact the Chamber at (614) 481-5710 to register.

Ask The ExpertsJoin us as speaker, Rick Dumas,

HHH CPA Group, Inc., discusses: Planning for 2013: How the Recent Election Is Likely to Affect Your Busi-ness and Personal Taxes.

Where: UA Chamber Office, 2152 Tremont Center, Upper Arlington,

When: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.

Pre-registration required. $12 for members, $15 for non-members

Early Morning NetworkingMake Connections. Get involved.

Come network in the morning with members of the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce! Maintain relationships. Generate new business.

Where: La Chatelaine, 1550 W. Lane Ave., Upper Arlington

When: Friday, Nov. 16 from 8 to 9 a.m.

Afternoon Business Network Exchange

Make connections, Get involved. Afternoon networking lunch for business professionals. Fun, food and connections!

Where: Old Bag of Nails, Tremont Center

When: Wednesday, Nov. 28 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.

Pre-registration required. $12 for members, $15 for non-members

Contact [email protected] or (614) 481-5710 to register for events.

CALENDAR OF EVENTSMEDICARE 2013: OVERVIEW AND UPDATE

Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012Two sessions

Session #1: 2 to 4 p.m. OR Session #2: 6 to 8 p.m.Location: Upper Arlington Lutheran Church,

2300 Lytham Rd., 43220

SPEAKERChris Reeg, OSHIIP Trainer, from the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program

SEMINAR WILL INCLUDE• An overview of Medicare for 2013• An update of the “original” Medicare• The role of Medicare supplements• Alternative Medicare programs

such as Medicare HMOs• Changes in Medicare Part D

(prescription coverage) for 2013

FREE PROGRAMPlease register in advance by calling (614) 457-7876 ext. 432

SEATING IS LIMITED!

Sponsored by:

Older Adult Resource Group

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attract a shopper which is why we recommend that the promotion should be some type of discount on services or goods or just a really great, unique affordable gift. For the past three years of the program’s life, our mem-bers have offered great gifts, but it has been the discounts and afford-able gift ideas that have worked the best,” said Debbie Segor, Chamber membership director.

The Chamber is pro-moting the Gift program through its partnerships with ThisWeek News, Tri-Village Magazine, and on the Chamber’s website. Participating companies will benefit from the promotional exposure in these publications, on the website and through so-cial media outlets includ-ing Facebook and Twitter. For additional publicity, participants will be given storefront posters to place in their store.

As a benefit of mem-bership, the Chamber is offering the program to its members for only $25, significantly less than

the cost for non-member retailers. Non-members are invited to participate for $100.

If you would like to participate in the Gift Ideas program, you can register on the Chamber’s website at uachamber.org or call the Chamber at (614) 481-5710.

A current list of Gift Ideas includes:

1. Vision One Optical: 2118 Arlington Ave., Up-per Arlington 43221, (614) 487-1022, www.vision-oneoptical.com

For November and December, mention “UA Chamber Best Gift Ideas” and get 20% off all acces-sories.

2. Royal Ginger Asian Fusion Bistro : 1625 West Lane Ave., Upper Arlington 43221, (614) 488-7888, www.royalgin-ger.com

Purchase a $25 gift card for only $20.

3. Foot Solutions: 1731 West Lane Ave., Upper Arlington 43221, (614) 488-3585, www.footsolu-tions.com

Comfy supporting house shoes by Ortha-heel. Regularly priced at $59, Christmas Special $47.

POWER

promoting sporting, cul-tural and arts and enter-tainment establishments. In addition to Easton Town Center, which earned the designation in 1999, Grandview Yard, the Continent, the Arena and Brewery districts and Up-per Arlington’s Kingsdale Shopping Center carry the designation.” Issue 24 puts Lane Avenue in the same high-class category as those entertainment centers.

(Columbus Dispatch, 6/14/11)

A “yes” vote on Issue

#24 is good for Upper Arlington! It will create an exciting new Community Entertainment District along Lane Avenue as well as prevent a glitch in Ohio law from removing existing liquor licenses from establishments where we love to gather.

• “Yes” means that all of the existing liquor licenses owned by busi-nesses on Lane Avenue will be protected. (Most of those businesses are family establishments, enjoyed by all genera-tions of Upper Arlington residents.)

•“Yes” means that new

family and fine dining options will be attracted to Lane Avenue.

• “Yes” means that we are protecting our city’s valued tax base simply by keeping people in busi-ness.

• “Yes” means that the additional licenses cre-ated by Issue #24 become an ongoing asset for the area. If a restaurant leaves Lane Avenue, the license stays put, thus ensuring a healthy longevity for this corridor.

It is the goal of the Chamber’s Business Ad-vocacy committee to be proactive in its recogni-

tion of issues that affect the Upper Arlington community; therefore, the Chamber created a political action commit-tee (PAC), overseen by the Business Advocacy Committee, that would focus on community education, marketing and strategic planning for issues, such as Issue #24, that could affect the qual-ity of the Upper Arlington business environment.

Please contact the Chamber for additional information at (614) 0481-5710.

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Chamber Business Advisory Program open for business and it’s free

The Chamber’s Business Advisory Program provides a service for our members through which members can seek advisement from designated business advisors in areas such as law, accounting, finance, business devel-opment and planning, marketing and social media, sales, commercial insur-ance, and more.

This business resource is available to our Classic and Premier level members.

“The Chamber’s Business Advisory Program provides a service for our members through which they have ac-cess to volunteer advisors with skilled

business insight who are available to meet face to face with them when assistance with business needs or challenges arise.” said Amy E. Kuhlm, of Newhouse, Prophater, Letcher & Moots, LLC

The Business Advisor will hold regular office hours at the Chamber. For a full list of advisors and their office hours, please visit, uachamber.org/chamber-events. Please call the Cham-ber to learn more about the program and to schedule your appointment: (614) 481-5710.

Planning for 2013: How The Recent Election Is Likely ToAffect Your Business & Personal Taxes

Featured Expert:Rick Dumas, CPA

November 14th from12:00pm - 1:30pm at the UA Chamber - 2152 Tremont Center

Farmers’ InsuranceDan Bartholomewwww.facebook.com/ bartholomewagency3363 Tremont Rd., Upper Arlington, OH 43221(614) 457-6252

Mapfre InsuranceAryn Bateswww.mapfreinsurance.com3590 Twin Creeks Dr., Columbus, OH 43204(614) 205-1968

MaternOhio Clinical Associates, Inc.Dan Shemenski

www.moca-physicians.com1241 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH 43215(614) 255-5300

Oliver Specific Chiropractic, LLCDr. Johnathan Oliver, D.C.www.oliverspecific.com1355 King Avenue, Ste. A, Columbus, OH 43212(614) 725-5336

Pilates Studio of Upper ArlingtonKatie Bakerwww.pilatesstudioofua.com1700 W. Lane Ave.,

Upper Arlington, OH 43221(614) 485-9145

United Midwest Savings BankNicole Becketthttp://www.umwsb.com/4848 Reed Rd.,Columbus, OH 43220(614) 255-3528

Upper Arlington Homeowner HelperCarrie Mimnaughwww.carriemimnaugh. imxagents.com2126 Tremont Center, Upper Arlington, OH 43221(614) 736-7171

NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS

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