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NEWSLETTERBusiness@Work. Partners in Progress. June 2018

www.bcchamber.com

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How do we know if we need to speak to a family business advisor?• Succession Issues• Family Conflict• Lack of clarity about goals and values• Family communication and behavioral problems• Roles, responsibilities and compensation issues• Board development

These are just some of the areas that may indicate theneed for a family business advisor.

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In Memoriam: Dr. Neil CaprettoThe Chamber and the Beaver County region lost a dear friend and advocate

on June 9, 2018. Dr. Neil Capretto was the Medical Director of Gateway Rehabilitation Center and a nationally recognized expert in the treatment of addiction. His passing comes at age 62 after a two-year battle with cancer. Dr. Capretto was a Beaver resident and proud Beaver Countian. He, and Gateway

Rehab, have had a long association with Chamber and our many activities supporting issues of addiction in the workplace. No one was a more brilliant,

eloquent and passionate speaker on treating the disease of addiction than Neil. He taught us much about the physical, emotional and social aspects of

addiction but most importantly he showed us through his life’s work, the importance and value of empathy and compassion toward those different than

ourselves. Our condolences go out to his wife Amy, sons Andrew and Peter, his twin sister Audrey, and his extended Gateway Rehab family and friends.

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regarding the Member Spotlight of the Month, contact the Chamber office at

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June Member Spotlight of the Month

Member News Section June 2018

Comcast NBCUniversal Awards $130,000 In Scholarships To 120 Pennsylvania High School Seniors

PITTSBURGH, June 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Comcast NBCUniversal today announced that it has awarded approximately $130,000 in scholarships for the 2017-18 school year to 120 Pennsylvania students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers® Scholarship Program. The

program, funded by the Comcast Foundation, is a one-time, $1,000 scholarship awarded to the best and brightest high school seniors for their community service, academic performance and

leadership skills. Since 2001, more than $28 million has been awarded to nearly 27,000 high school seniors across the country as part of the Leaders and Achievers Program.

“Our Leaders and Achievers Scholarship winners are exceptional students who are committed to academic excellence and community service,” said Christine Whitaker, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Keystone Region. “We are honored to recognize their achievements and excited to

support them as they continue their educational journeys.”

Comcast recognized the students at special events held at PNC Park in Pittsburgh on June 5 and at FNB Field in Harrisburg today. One student, Jahnea Pressley, a resident of Hummel-stown and student at Central Dauphin East Senior High School, was selected to receive an

additional $10,000 Comcast Founders Scholarship – instituted in honor of Ralph J. Roberts, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Comcast Corporation.

In total, Comcast will award $205,000 in Leaders & Achievers scholarships to 187 high school seniors across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the 2018-19 school year.

The Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program provides scholarships to students who strive to achieve their full potential, who are catalysts for positive change in their

communities, who are involved in their schools, and who serve as models for their fellow students. The philosophy behind the program is to give young people every opportunity to

prepare for the future and to engage them in their communities. The program also demonstrates the importance of civic involvement, and the value placed on civic involvement

by the business community.

About Comcast CorporationComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable is one of the nation’s

largest video, high-speed internet, and phone providers to residential customers under the XFINITY brand, and also provides these services to businesses. It also provides wireless and

security and automation services to residential customers under the XFINITY brand. NBCUniversal operates news, entertainment and sports cable networks, the NBC and

Telemundo broadcast networks, television production operations, television station groups, Universal Pictures and Universal Parks and Resorts. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for

more information.

About the Comcast Foundation The Comcast Foundation was founded by Comcast Corporation in June 1999 to provide

charitable support to qualified non-profit organizations. The Foundation’s primary mission is to empower communities to thrive by providing access to technology, relevant digital skills and training, and inspiring volunteerism, service and leadership. The Foundation invests in

programs intended to have a positive, sustainable impact on the communities we serve. Since its inception, the Comcast Foundation has donated $220 million to organizations in the

communities nationwide that Comcast serves. More information about how Comcast supports the communities it serves available at www.comcast.com/community.

Beaver County RecipientsMadelyn Rose Cronin, Beaver County Christian School

Jonathan Jansma, Quigley Catholic SchoolAustin Jones, Western Beaver Junior / Senior High School

Lauren McCoy, Hopewell Senior High SchoolAdelaide McDonald, South Side High School

Curtis Pagley, Beaver Falls High SchoolAllison White, New Brighton High School

Brighton Glass (located at 300 5th Avenue, New Brighton) has been providing custom, quality glass workmanship and products to Beaver County residents, surrounding counties and business owners since 1976. Thomas Cole, owner, strives to deliver the best in customer service, quality and satisfaction to each and every customer. His wife, Diane takes care of the office appointments and arrangements for scheduling. Due to this vision, Brighton Glass has earned an outstanding reputation in both the community and local glass industry for the last 41 years.

The family owned business is your One-Stop-Shop for your residential and commercial glass needs. Examples of our services include: Table Tops, Screens, Window Glass, Mirrors, Replacement Windows, Commercial Aluminum & Steel Doors, Tempered Glass, Plate Glass, Store Fronts, Framed and Frameless Shower Doors, Plexi Glass, Beveled Mirror & Glass and Laminated Glass. Don’t see something? Give us a call at 724-846-4414 or stop down to the shop in New Brighton.

Get comfortable being uncomfortable!

Years ago, I was training a group of salespeople and said, “if you want to be successful in sales, get comfortable being uncomfortable.” As you might expect that got some strange looks. After all, they were coming to me to become comfortable selling.

We’ve all experienced a sales call where the salesperson talked endlessly about their product and how it was bound to help us. Why? Because they were comfortable with all the product knowledge stored in their head and were eager to share it. That was safer and easier than trying to understand the prospect’s situation and challenges at a meaningful level.

To be successful, we need to know what is really bothering our prospects, especially when they struggle to define it too. If you really want to help your prospect, start by helping them uncover their real issues before you talk about your solution. It takes insightful questioning, active listening, and discipline. It won’t be as comfortable as talking about your product, but you’ll find that you and your prospect learn more about what is really going on and how to solve it. So get comfortable being uncomfortable. For more tips go to www.ExSELLyst.sandler.com.

Government Affairs ReportJune 2018Government Affairs ReportTOWN VS COUNTRY?

The Beaver County Chamber of Commerce provides advocacy and education on issues that not only impact our business community but the also the everyday lives of residents. The Government Affairs

Committees is a diverse group representing varying perspectives of our community. One of our invaluable partners in our efforts to connect with the elected and government officials is the Beaver County Regional Council of Governments.

For decades, townships and boroughs in Beaver County have belonged to statewide associations that advocate for the unique concerns of each and provide education and networking opportunities for municipal officials. Now, ALL of our municipalities hold a joint educational event to focus on items of common interest: this year on August 9th, the Beaver County Local Government Con-ference will take on both the issues we share and those that can easily divide us. Hosted by the Beaver County Regional Council of Government and titled “Town & Country”, it offers each kind of municipality opportunity to consider the unique assets we offer – to ourselves and each other.

In our County’s two small cities and 28 boroughs of all sizes, even the smallest can claim close-knit communities where residents know their neighbors – think social infrastructure – and where roads, water and sewer, as well as communications infrastructure are present and ready for new users. Population declines in recent decades have challenged our towns to maintain their health with a diminishing tax base yet represent tremendous opportunities in redevelopment and renewal. They may struggle more visibly with social issues like blight or drug activity but can be the best places for new business to locate because they already offer essential services.

Our 21 townships, on the other hand, offer the region critical green infrastructure for agriculture and recreation, plus enhance air and water quality for local towns. They boast great beauty but providing a reliable internet connection that supports strategic business development and grows the tax base without growing resident population feels out of reach. Rural communities are the breadbasket of the County – agriculture is our largest employer – and face unique challenges and opportunities in natural gas development and pressure to conserve green places when sprawl threatens. Education, public safety, transportation and access to health care all demand different solutions in the countryside than they would in a more urban or suburban context. “Town & Country” will demonstrate that Beaver County can create healthier, more interdependent communities by recognizing and mutually supporting the best each has to offer.

Your whole community – education, business, the social sector and residents – is encouraged to join local government leaders at the CCBC Dome on August 9th for an outstanding lineup of speakers. Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport, will lead off with Building a Regional Identity and Reputation. Former US Representative Mark Critz is now Executive Director of PA Rural Development Council and will discuss urban-rural relationships. We are excited to host the Placemaking Workshop from CMU to guide an interactive panel all about identifying and building on unique community assets. To conclude, Gisele and John Fetterman, mayoral couple in Braddock PA will share their success story of urban renewal by engaging with surrounding rural neighbors. Enjoy the best our area offers at our mini-Farmer’s Market and meet your neighbors in the Coffee Lounge – sourced with Beaver County product! To register, visit the BCRCOG website at www.bcr-cog.com. Chamber members are also invited to the annual Legislative Reception the evening before, Wednesday August 8, to meet our state representatives and senators for conversation. Register at www.beavercountychamber.com.

Submitted by Jack Manning, President & Executive Director of the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce and Rebecca Matsco, President of the Beaver County Regional Council of Governments, and member of the Chamber Government Affairs Committee.

Pictured in photo from left to right: Jack Manning, Beaver County Chamber of Commerce, RaeAnn Ensworth, Beaver County Chamber of Commerce Intern, Harry Kunselman, Strassburger McKenna Gutnick and Gefsky. Photo from Chamber Day in Harrisburg June 5, 2018.

Member Special Recognition Section: Congratulations to owners Mark and Cynthia Peterson and all the great folks at WBVP/WMBA Radio on celebrating 70 years of historic radio broadcasting. The station first went on the air in 1948 and has been a staple of the Beaver County landscape ever since. A “Who’s Who” of former and current radio personalities, elected officials and other community leaders helped celebrate

the event in the Broadhead Hotel ballroom on May 25th.

Special thanks to everyone who contributed to the United Way of Beaver County as they surpassed their fundraising goal this year by raising a total of $900,628. While he is always quick to deflect the credit, our appreciation for the excellent job that Executive Director Mike Rubino, and is very talented and dedicated staff of Stella,

Nancy and Lois, deserves special mention. They do an incredible job on behalf of the 60 or so organizations that benefit from your contributions. We also thank the 17 core United Way of Beaver County agencies for the remarkable effort and work they do

to serve those less fortunate than ourselves. Go to www.unitedwaybeaver.org to learn more.

Fifty years is a long time to be in business, let alone running a restaurant, but that’s exactly what Alex Sebastian has done at the Wooden Angel. The Wooden Angel is not just any old restaurant in Beaver County. It is world renowned for its international and domestic wine list, and one the finest dining experiences you will find in the Pittsburgh region. We also greatly appreciate

their service and contributions to the community and the many charities and organizations they support, including the Chamber. Congratulations on 50 years of hard work and excellence in

Beaver County to Alex, his family and staff at the Wooden Angel.

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July

EVENTS

For more information on these events including pricing,

sponsorship opportunities and agendas, please visit our website

at www.bcchamber.com

August

Backyard BBQ AfterhoursWednesday, July 11Thursday’s Restaurant5:30-7:00pmMain Sponsor - WesBancoRSVP to info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944!

Brush Creek Solutions LLC hosted a

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, June 13 to

celebrate their new Document Imaging and

Technology Center.CONGRATULATIONS!

September

Annual Island PartyWednesday, August 15Kelly’s Riverside Saloon5:30-7:00pmMain Sponsor - Covenant Financial AdvisorsRSVP to info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944!

Thank you to those who attended the New Member Meet & Greet Thursday, May 24 at Burgundy and Brushes in Chippewa!

We welcome new Chamber members!

Thursday’s RestaurantAlex Sebastian410 Wolfe Lane

Bridgewater, PA 15009724-728-2229

ExSELLyst - Sandler TrainingSteve Kelly

233 Merchant StreetAmbridge, PA 15003

412-498-0221

TMK-IPSCOFrank CoronaPO Box 410

Ambridge, PA 15003724-251-2512

Beyond Parsley CateringJoseph Ozimok

1902 McClean StreetAliquippa, PA 15001

724-375-1699Kane at Gray’s Landing

Christine Callen2971 Kane Road

Aliquippa, PA 15001412-328-7378

The Chiropractic Health CenterDr. Peter Birchler

744 Shenango RoadBeaver Falls, PA 15010

724-384-0410

The UPS StoreDonna Sklack

204 Golfview DriveMonaca, PA 15061

724-774-4942

A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc.Jim Gordon

5001 Louise Drive, Suite 101Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

717-795-4666

Three Rivers PaintballRyan Krischke

282 Freedom RoadFreedom, PA 15042

724-775-6232

Fiesta AfterhoursThursday, September 13Grand Valley Inn5:30-7:00pmSponsored by - Clearview Federal Credit UnionRSVP to info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944!

The Chamber celebrated a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Quality Time &

Carry Out in New Brighton on Saturday, June 9!

Congratulations and Best of Luck!

Escape RoomTahishia Simmons

3419 Brodhead RoadMonaca, PA 15061

878-313-3393RaeAnn Ensworth

Student MembershipOhio University

Catalyst ConnectionMatt Holjes

2000 Technology Dr. Suite 200Pittsburgh, PA 15219

412-918-4257AG Real Estate

Clint Oramas700 Maple Grove Road

Bulger, PA 15019413-334-8436

Consumers National BankJoe Shemasek

7985 Dickey DriveLisbon, OH 44432

330-843-2603

Chamber Mega MixerMonday, July 23Gateway Clipper Fleet5:00-8:00pmTickets are limitedRSVP to info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944!

Legislative ReceptionWednesday, August 8CCBC - Student Services Courtyard5:00-7:00pmMain Sponsor - Strassburger, McKenna Gutnick & GefskyRSVP to info@bcchamber.com or call 724-775-3944!