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4th Annual Bradford BrewfestBusiness After HoursFor this month’s Business After Hours our host will be Chosen Acres Realty,located at 7 Main Street in Bradford. You’re invited to join us on Wednesday, March 16th from 5-7pm for relaxed networking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a business card drawing. Make some new connections, learn more about our host, and share announcements/ updates from your business or organization. We hope to see you on the 16th!

Ca$h Mob BradfordOur next Ca$h Mob Bradford will take place on Saturday, March 19th at 11:30am. Bring $20 to spend and your appetite and meet us at the public parking lot on the corner of Bagley Avenue and East Main Street, where we’ll announce this month’s target. Bring mom, bring dad, bring the kids, invite your co-workers and neighbors! Business owners: We are searching for new targets. Contact us to be a part of this exciting event! Complete the enclosed insert or call the office at 814-368-7115. What’s New?Have member news/photos you’d like to share in an upcoming Chamber News? Email them to [email protected] for inclusion in future editions.

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Bradford Little Theatre was our recent Business After Hours host at Togi’s Playhouse, with actors from “The Awesome 80’s Prom” in costume and character. The shark didn’t go to the prom, but did show up in the photo booth props/costumes that guests were able to have a little fun with that evening. Great food and a slightly different twist on networking, at a great venue - thank you, BLT!

Ideas? We are always interested to hear what our members and community partners are thinking! Do you have: • A service/resource that your company or organization needs that isn’t currently available in the area? • A Brown Bag Workshop topic (or presenter) you would like to suggest? • An idea for an event?

Stop in or give us a call to share your ideas!

EnergyMark, LLCContact: Kevin Clough Address: 6653 Main Street, Williamsville, NYPhone: 1-716-614-1800Email: [email protected]: energymarkllc.comAbout: Natural gas and electric supply company, servicing residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Western New York and Northern Pennsylvania.

Closed for Easter HolidayThe Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce office will be closed Friday, March 25th and Monday, March 28th for the Easter holiday.

Members: Have an address change or plan to be away/stop mail temporarily? Please let us know so that we can update our records accordingly!

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Your chamber is growing . .p2Member News .. .. .. .. .. p3-4Kara’s Message . .. .. .. .. .. .p3Let’s Talk About.. .. .. .. .. .. p 5Calendar .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. p6-8What’s Happening .. .. .. .. .p9Photo Gallery . .. .. .. .. .. . p10News You Can Use .. .. .. . p11

Officers President, Susan Oliphant American Refining Group, Inc.

1st VP, Guy Signor Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems

2nd VP, Ryan Race Northwest Savings Bank

Secretary, Jill BallardUniversity of Pittsburgh at Bradford

Treasurer, Anita DolanOECD - City of Bradford

Past President, Tim Asinger Kessel Construction, Inc.

Board of Directors

Vickie Baker CNB Bank

Brett BoothZippo Manufacturing Company

Gretchen BrahaneyKOA Speer Electronics

Nancy GrahamTin Ceiling Gift Shoppe

Anne HollidayWESB/WBRR

Stephanie Huber Bradford Hospital Foundation

Susan HughesTower FUMC (First United Methodist Church)

Devon Kloss American Refining Group, Inc.

Sam Johnson Bradford Area School District

Colette Roessler Individual Member/Community Volunteer

Dan Williams Williams Insurance Agency

Sharon Yost Walmart

BACC Staff

Kara KennedyExecutive Director

Tricia WiltMembership Coordinator

Pamela MillerEvent Coordinator

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BACC Board of DirectorsCreating a Healthier Workplace


by Pamela Miller, Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce

Without your health you have nothing. Being proactive about your own health and the health of your work place might be the key to improving your bottom line. Healthier employees are more productive, more engaged in their work, have betterattendance, and tend to be less distracted and more optimistic.As an employer, the return on investment for making small changes in the workplace can be valuable to productivity.

You probably have a clear and defined policy on sick days, but have you considered a workplace wellness policy? Providing opportunities for healthy choices, flexibility in the work day, and prioritizing health can make your place of business more productive, help you to retain and attract great employees and reduce costs. First, lead by example. Make healthy choices in your own nutrition, exercise and wellness choices. Secondly, encourage employees to engage in healthy habits of their own.

“Sitting is the new smoking.” The damage done to the body by sitting for hours a day, at work or at home, is easily reconciled by getting up every hour. A quick stretch, perhaps a squat or a few lunges, can be the key to combatting the ill effects of a desk job. Ideally, adding a few walks during the day can help to improve your health. Even if you participate in a strenuous daily workout, you need to get up during the day. For those days when you are fully engaged in a project, try an app on your smart phone to remind you to “stand up.” Stand when you take a phone call.

Walk. This is a no brainer. One of the best ways to make sure you are walking each day is to commit to other people. Walking in a group provides the added benefit of socialization, which is vital to good mental health. Walking boosts immunity, combats depression and can stave off a variety of chronic conditions. During the work day, walk your meetings. Walk for errands, walk instead of sending an email and walk to and from work. Keep sneakers in your office for those days when the sun beckons you outside. Convince yourself that a healthy break is worth the time and will increase your productivity the rest of the day.

Stock your breakroom with healthy snacks. Try to choose fruits and vegetables over pre-packaged snacks. Studies show that families who display bowls of fruit on the kitchen counter weigh less. Consider stocking lemons, limes and cucumbers to naturally flavor water to boost water consumption over soft drinks. Read labels to avoid added sugar.

Exercise is a key component in happiness. Exercise releases the endorphins that make you happy. Happy people tend to be more creative, energetic and focused. Employees with unhealthy habits tend to have negative attitudes and make more mistakes, which is disruptive to the work day. Many workplaces offer 90 minute lunches for employees to work out and then return to the office recharged (and showered). Flexibility in the work day that is specifically tied to pursuing better health is another option to consider. Contact local fitness centers to inquire about discounts to businesses and encourage membership and use for your employees.

Try a health break when you are feeling that afternoon slump. Most afternoon slumps are rooted in the body’s natural rhythm, poor nutrition, inactivity and sometimes dehydration. Anticipatingthe slump by fueling up on a healthy lunch, getting out of the office during the lunch hour and getting enough sleep can help you avoid that vending machine or caffeine default. Take a walk around the block, or if you are the only one manning the store, do some deep breathing, drink a large glass of water or get that smart phone out and try a 5 minute meditation to recharge.

Encouragement is essential in motivating workers to change their habits. Commit to positive reminders to engage in healthy choices. Place a note at the bottom of the fruit bowl – “Our office consumed an apple a day today!” Make stairwells more inviting, place a motivational sign or poster on each landing. Start each month with being the person who verbally encourages co-workers, and then pass that task on. Encouraging others can bring personal satisfaction to both parties.

Create a culture of health. Allow employees to share healthy habits, recipes or fitness class information. Short morning meetings can help to set healthy intentions for the day or simply dedicate a bulletin board for sharing. While competition can be a great way to kick off your workplace wellness, sustainability will require success for all. Workers need to be invested in their own health. Consider a week or month of employees preparing a healthy snack then vote for the most popular. Recognize the winner with the privilege of selecting the breakroom snack or better yet, with a plant for their desk.

March is a great time to start on the road to improving your health. Share your ideas and success stories with other chamber members by emailing BACC. With your help and commitment, we can add ‘happier, healthier and even more productive’ to the many attributes of our chamber members.

Next Month: Managing Stress

Kids and CancerContact: Dave Geitner Address: PO Box 1299Phone: 814-331-8427Website:wwwkidsandcancerbenefitrun.comThe Kids and Cancer Run started in 1998. Through the generosity of Run participants and raffle ticket purchasers,the Kids & Cancer Committee has been able to donate over $250,000 to individuals, medical facilities, cancer- related organizations, and service clubs that benefit kids and their families. Volunteers Welcome!At the Chamber we utilize volunteers for projects like stuffing each month’s Chamber News with inserts and stapling them, preparing mailings, etc. If you orsomeone you know would be willing to donate a couple hours of their time approximately once a month to help out, let us know! Contact Tricia at 814-368-7115 and we can add the interested individual(s) to our call list.

The suggestions in this article are not meant to provide medical advice. As always, consult with your doctor before beginning an exercise routine or diet. Engaging in any of these suggestions is at your discretion and at your own risk.

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Greetings!

I was recently asked why, whenso many small towns throughout the region are struggling, Bradford seems to be “holding its own” these days on Main Street and beyond. My immediate response was that I think what makes the difference in our community are the dedicated people who are working hard to bring renewed life to the community, and who care very much about seeing results – short and long-term.

There are numerous quotes from great social and political leaders throughout history that we’ve all heard about how caring, committed people can have an impact on the world.

Locally, we’ve been reminded this week that one year ago, our town was in the midst of the biggest water crisis it has faced in many decades. This time last year we were talking about the hard-working crews that worked diligently through sub-zero temperatures to make the repair, the staff and students at the university that made every effort to support those crew members and kept them supplied with hot coffee and much more, and businesses, organizations, and agencies – local, regional, and state – that contributed in such varied ways to provide relief to individuals throughout the community.

While we have reminisced about melting snow to manage basic household needs, the strongest memories of last year’s crisis are of caring, concerned people coming together and getting things done. And that is a theme that is seen frequently throughout the Bradford community.

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Top row: Thanks to Metz Culinary Management and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford for inviting us to attend the grand opening of the Hanley Library Cafe on February 1st. For a taste of Starbucks coffee house favorites right here in Bradford, the cafe is open to the public! Middle row: Bradford Little Theatre, with cast members in costume and character for “The Awesome 80’s Prom,” hosted the February Business After Hours. The Bradford area is fortunate to have such an active community theatre group presenting a wide range of shows for all ages to enjoy. Bottom row: Chef’s 117 is hosting a series of Cork and Canvas events at the restaurant - where participants can create their own work of art with step by step instructions, while enjoying Chef Justin Work’s delicious appetizers in a relaxing, casual atmosphere.

Bradford Family YMCA has kicked off their annual campaign with Ken Coffman as this year’s annual campaign chair. The YMCA unveiled this year’s campaign thermometer, with a goal of $125,000 and was proud to announce that they have already raised 51 percent of that goal. Donations to the Bradford YMCA are used for community programs focusingon goals including youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. For more information on the campaign, call Brent Raabe at 814-368-6101 or go online at www.YourYMCA.org.

American Red Cross in Bradford has moved to a new location - Suite 505 in the Hooker-Fulton Building at 125 Main Street. The space has been donated bythe owners of the

Hooker-Fulton building, Bashir and Sons, LLC, of New York City. American Red Cross will only pay for its utilities which will allow them to serve more people by reducing operating expenses. For more information, or to receive services from American Red Cross, call 814-368-6197 or send mailed items to 125 Main Street, Suite 505, Brad-ford, PA 16701.

Olde Schoolhouse Village Shoppes will host a Spring Open House and five 1-hour gardening classes on Saturday, March 19 from 10am-5pm. Take one class or stay for the day! Lunch will be available. Call 814-225-2255 to reserve your seat.

The Smethport Campaign for United Wayofficially closed the 2015 campaign having raised $15,245, surpassing the monetary goal for the first time since being managed by the United Way of the Bradford Area. For information on the Smethport Campaign for United Way, or to make a contribution, visit www.uwbanews.org/smethport or call United Way at 814-368-6181.

A grand opening was held February 1st for the Hanley Library Cafe at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Metz Culinary Management officials announced the cafe will feature Starbucks coffeehouse beverages,including espresso drinks-lattes, cappuccinos,mochas and more-along with chilled and blended beverages like the famous Frappuccino. The cafe will be open from 8:30am to 11pm Monday-Thursday; 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday; 1:30 to 4:30pm Saturday; and 1:30 to1pm Sunday.


Thanks to our wonderful volunteers!

We couldn’t do this without you:

June Brown, Maxine Eschrich,

andEllie Thumpston

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What’s happeningat the Chamber

Location! Location! Location! Business After Hours will be held at Chosen Acres Realty at 7 Main Street on March 16th. Stop in from 5-7pm for relaxed networking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a chance at winning in the business card drawing. Business After Hours is free and open to the business and professional community - be sure to bring along your colleagues and friends!

Calling all mobsters! Our next Ca$h Mob Bradford will be held on Saturday, March 19th at 11:30 am. Bring your friends and family, your neighbors and co-workers, and make sure they each know to bring their $20 cash to spend. We’ll meet at the public parking lot at the corner of Bagley Avenue and East Main Street and announce our March target (hint: bring your appetite!). If we have 25 or more mobsters participate that day, we’ll give away a $25 Bradford Gift Certificate to one lucky shopper. Interested in being a future Ca$h Mob target? Fill out the enclosed insert or email us!

Plan ahead and save $5 by buying your Brewfest ticket in advance. 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest advance tickets are on sale now at the Chamber office for $20 ($25 at the door), and designated driver tickets are $10. Be sure to get yours soon so you won’t miss out on this fun-filled event! Brought to you by the Chamber and Glenwood Beer Distributors, Bradford Brewfest includes a wide range of brews to sample, live music by Acoustic Brew, food available for sale from several member restaurants, door prizes, a Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle, and more!

Make a Note: The BACC office will be closed on March 25 and 28.

Mark your Calendar: Our BACC Annual Meeting and Awards will be held on Thursday evening, April 21 at the Pennhills Club.

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YWCA Bradford’s Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraiserwill be held April 14th at 6pm on Main Street in Bradford. The event, which is open to the community, encourages men to walk down Main Street in women’s shoes to raise funds for the

resource center, which provides shelter and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. For more information or to register, visit YWCA Bradford’s website at www.ywcabradford.org or call 814-368-4235.

As Sun Air Express celebrates their one year anniversary providing service to travelers through Bradford Regional Airport, they are offering all Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce members a special anniversary gift. Use the anniversary fare sale code BFD1YR19 to receive a discounted $19 fare good for travel through May 31st. Happy anniversary, Sun Air Express!

Kara’s message...continued from page 3 We see it in our churches and local agencieslike the YWCA Bradford, Destinations, the Friendship Table, and the Salvation Army working together to provide support for the homeless and hungry. In our schools, the YMCA, and volunteers in youth sports leagues working alongside one another so children have opportunities to learn and play in a safe, supportive environment. In groups like the Bradford Little Theatre and the Bradford VFW’s Frances Sherman Auxiliary joining forces to raise funds for veterans’ services. The positive things that are happening are all because of caring, committed people stepping forward to make a difference. In business and economic development, the same can be said. Joint efforts of those committed to the cause can make a positiveimpact. Borrowing a few statistics from the City of Bradford’s OECD: “In the past 18 months, 13 new businesses have opened within the historic district and 29 façade improvement projects have been completed. Currently there is a wait list of 13 projects for the façade program, which will leverage a minimum of $120,000 in private investment money.” Again, we see an example of public agencies and private parties – all deeply committed to building a better community – working together to produce results.

Are they finished? Are we finished? Absolutely not. There is, and always will be, more to be done. But…one project, one building, one business at a time…good things can happen. At the Chamber, we will continue to partner with organizations like OECD, the DowntownBradford Redevelopment Corporation (DBRC), the Main Street Program, and others to work toward positive change. We will continue to promote and share the efforts of local social service agencies. And we will continue to ask you, our members, what needs you have and see both personally and throughout the area, and do what we can to work to help locate and implement solutions.


Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors for their support of BACC’s annual events: Sharing your message...

Monthly: Remember, each new business member is eligible for one free Chamber News insert or ad during the first year of membership. If you have not used your free insert or ad yet, call 814-368-7115 to reserve a spot for an upcoming month. Weekly: Do you have news, events, or announcements you would like us to include in an upcoming e-blast? Email [email protected] with your info! Any time: Whenever you have exciting news, specials, or events on your Facebook page that you’d like us to share, be sure to let a member of our staff know. Our page reaches more than 5,000 fans, and we’re happy to promote our members to them!

Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc. is awarding three $1,000 scholarships to three graduating seniors. The first two scholarships will be awarded to two Bradford Area High School seniors who have been accepted into an Accredited Nursing Program or have the intent to enroll in an Accredited Program. An additional $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior within the surrounding school districts (i.e., Kane, Otto-Eldred, Port Allegany or Smethport. For applications, students should see their high school guidance department or contact Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc. at 814-368-5648. Application deadline is May 2, 2016.

Each Spring, the Bradford Landmark Society hosts a unique educational program for fourth and fifth grade students which allows them to experience 19th century life at Crook Farm, a living history site located along Seaward Avenue in Foster Township. The Bradford Landmark Society is currently scheduling area schools for the program, which

will be held in May and June. All local schools that are interested in attending are asked to contact the Bradford Landmark Society at 814-362-3906. Home-schooled children are also welcome.

Kara

Service Clubs – Weekly Meeting Schedule

Bradford Rotary Club Mondays, Noon, Beefeaters Exchange Club 2nd Monday, 6:30pm, Beefeaters

Bradford Township Lions 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7pm, Lions Club Zonta 2nd Wednesday Noon, Togi’s Blue Room 4th Tuesday 6pm, Togi’s Blue RoomKiwanis Club of Bradford Tuesdays, Noon, Beefeaters

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4 Tips to Make Your Business More Likeable


remember it and like you more because they see you as someone who values what they think. That’s all a lot of us are looking for.

Anticipate Your Customers’ NeedsAs a business you are in a position to help, whether it’s helping someone look better, feel better, be entertained, or whatever it is you do for your customers. But you are also in a position to solve problems or answer questions. Use your content and social media to help customers with problems they face in their lives. If you run a boutique, you can create posts about unique gifts for the women in your life. If you are a CPA create helpful checklists of things people should track throughout the year for effortless taxes. Be helpful. Anticipate what your customers need and then give it to them. If they know they can count on you, they will return again and again.

In today’s competitive market place it’s hard for your product alone to set you apart. Often it’s the things behind your product that will help you make a name for yourself. It’s the service, personality, and assistance you provide. These are the things that make people like you and they are also what keeps people coming back.

By Christina R. Green

People buy from people they know, like, and trust. While you might be in the right place at the right time when someone is up against it, and they may buy from you once without knowing, liking, or trusting you, for them to return, you’ll need more than luck.

Know and trust generally come along when you establish yourself as a likeable business with a human behind it. It’s difficult for people to like you if they don’t trust you, unless you’re a villain and then being untrustworthy is yourbusiness. For most of us, that is not the case. You can’t likesomeone you don’t remember, so let’s get to work on establishing the like part of the sales equation.

Share Your ReasonThink of how filmmakers or storytellers get us to like the main character. One of the ways is that they place him on a quest, or up against a challenge, that we want him to succeed in. Often it’s one we identify with. Share your reason for doing what you do. There’s probably someone in your audience or potential audience who can identify with your convictions and story. Passion is contagious.

Find CommonalitiesIn order to find commonalities, you need to share things about yourself outside of your business and how it came to be. Share your likes, be positive. Share what you love about your community or your love for bacon. Be genuine and people who see your social media posts or read your content, will begin to identify with what you’re sharing. They’ll jump in and say “me too” and you’re one step closer to getting them to like you.

Ask QuestionsIf they’re in your store or business ask them their opinion on something and really listen to their answer. On social media ask what they think or what their preferences are. Involve them in your rebranding by crowdsourcing some of your marketing decisions. People like being involved and if you really listen to, and then act on, their advice, they’ll

Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors for their support of BACC’s annual events:

March calendar - continuedSnow Day Makeup Day - Bradford Area School District

Early Dismissal - Bradford Area School District Spring Break - No School - Bradford Area School District

Social Entrepreneur Emily Hine 11am Mukaiyama University Room, Frame-Westerberg Commons, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Free presentation. Hine has more than 25 years of experience in fundraising, philanthropy, marketing and public speaking.

Freddy and the Jets 7-11pm Good Times, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY $5 cover. All ages show. Hammer Back Bar & Grill offering an early bird special to all that pay to get in to see Freddy and the Jets. If you are seated in the Event Center between 4-7pm you can get a 6oz Fish Fry dinner, choice of sides plus free dessert for only $8.95

Closed for Easter - Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce

QuickBooks 2015 Level II 8:30am Potter County Education Council, 5 Water Street, Coudersport, PA Learn to use Quickbooks. Course approved 8 CPE credits available for this course. Cost: $199 for one 7-hour session or $360 for both Level I and II. For information, call Clarion University SBDC 814-393-2060, toll free 1-877-292-1843 or email: [email protected].

Birds of Prey for Adults and Youth 6-8pm (3/30), 9-11am (4/2). Room 200, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Cost: $19. Youth 8 years and older may register with an adult for free. Explore majestic eagles, owls, condors, vultures and falcons. Follow-up field trip to a raptor rehabilitation facility. For more information or to register, contact the Division of Continuing Education and Regional Development at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected].

• Laurie Halse Anderson, New York Times Bestselling Author of Children’s Books - Free Presentation 7pm Harriett B. Wick Chapel, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA • Pitt-Bradford Annual Health and Wellness Fair 11am-1:30pm Mukaiyama University Room, Frame-Westerberg Commons, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Sponsored by Pitt-Bradford Student Health Services Office). Free and open to the public.• Canvas Creations 6pm Bradford VFW Events Center, 94 Barbour Street, Bradford, PA A night of painting and fun with friends! Instructors Adrianna Vaccaro and Samila Sosic will teach the art of canvas painting. Only 30 spots open. Must RSVP with Amy at 814-331-1142 by March 25th. Cost: $40 per person, includes one complimentary cocktail (must have proper ID for adult beverages) and appetizers. And you get to keep your beautiful creations! Proceeds benefit the VFW Auxiliary Funds. Use Barbour Street entrance - extra parking available across the street in Stoney North Lot.

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Chamber Calendar of Events• Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis for Manufacturers 8:30am-12noon Room 200, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Understand the PDCA process and how it is used to define and analyze the problem, develop a plan to fix the problem, and implement the solution and conduct proper follow up. Cost: $299. For more information or to register, contact the Division of Continuing Education and Regional Development at the University of Pitts-burgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected]. • Statistical Process Control 1-4pm Room 200, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Review and learn the basic concepts of statistics and statistical techniques to manage and control processes. The course will focus on control charts and how to construct, interpret, and identify out-of-control conditions, along with the actions necessary to maintain process control. Cost: $299. For information or to register, contact the Division of Continuing Education and Regional Development at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected].

• Calligraphy Basics 6-8pm First Floor Art Room, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Cost: $15 includes supplies. Learn calligraphy basics for letters and numbers: pen angle, letter slant, size and spacing. For more information or to register, contact the Division of Continuing Education and Regional Development at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected]. • The Other Mozart 7:30pm Studio Theater, Blaisdell Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Free. True, untold story of Nannerl Mozart, sister of Amadeus, a prodigy, keyboard virtuoso and composer, who performed throughout Europe to equal acclaim, but her work and story faded away, lost to history. Panel discussion will follow. For information, contact Bromeley Family Theater Box Office 814-362-5113.

• Ronan Tynan America’s Irish Tenor 7:30pm Bromeley Family Theater, Blaisdell Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Ronan Tynan is an extraordinary singer with international acclaim. His voice has charmed presidents and monarchs, baseball fans, veterans and more. Join them as Ronan and pianist Bill Lewis present a concert of fan favorites with timeless appeal. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased by calling 814-362-2522.•BAPL Murder Mystery Program 7pm Bradford Area Public Library, 67 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA The event is for adults only and will be staffed by library volunteers and employees. The mystery is set in the 1920’s to incorporate some of the rich local history of Bradford. Patrons will be required to use library resources to delve into the past and solve the crime. Admittance is $10. Guests will be asked to bring a flashlight and their pre-registration invitation. Guests may also dress in 1920’s style clothing if they so desire. Space is limited, so patrons should sign up as soon as possible by either stopping by the library or calling 814-362-6527.• Hummels Jug Band 8pm-12am Good Times, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY Playing Outlaw Country with a $5 cover. All ages show. Hammer Back Bar & Grill offering early bird special to all that pay to get in to see Hummel’s Jug Band. If you are seated in the Event Center between 4-7pm you can get a 6oz fish fry dinner, choice of how its prepared and choice of sides plus free dessert for $8.95!

• St. Bernard Parish Chicken and Biscuit Dinner 3-7pm Father Leo Gallina Social Hall, St. Bernard Parish Center, East Corydon Street, Bradford, PA• ”Trouble at the Tropicabana” Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 6:30 sharp! Bradford VFW Events Center, 94 Barbour Street, Bradford, PA $30 per person includes salad, dinner, dessert, coffee/tea/ice water and fun! A mystery ‘spoof’ spinoff of “I Love Lucy” Series - something has run amuck at Ricky’s club and Lucy has some ‘splaining’ to do! Presented by Bradford Little Theatre, produced by special arrangement with The Lakeside Player, Tafton, PA and written by Tony Schwartz & Marylou Ambrose. Dinner choices: Jamaican-jerked chicken breast or Caribbean steak tips. Please include dinner choice when making RSVP. All profits raised will be donated to Frances Sherman Auxiliary General Fund to support our local veterans. Call or text Amy at 814-331-1142 or stop into the Vets Club any time. Cash or check only. Open to public. Use Events Center entrance on Barbour St. Extra parking available in Stoney North Lot.

Hotcakes for Heroes Breakfast 9am-1pm Bradford Township Community Club, Irving Lane, Bradford, PA Includes pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. All active-duty police officers, firefighters, and military personnel will receive a free breakfast. Other adults: $6, children under 10: $3. Proceeds support Bradford Township Lions Club service projects. For info, contact Brad Ervin 814-331-3437 or [email protected].

Jack Ellis & Keepin It Country 7–10pm Good Times, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY Line dance the night away with a $5 cover. All ages show. Hammer Back Bar & Grill offering early bird special to all that pay to see Keeping it Country. If you are seated in the Event Center between 4-7pm you can get a 6oz fish fry dinner, choice of how its prepared and choice of sides plus free dessert for only $8.95!

Coloring for Adults 7-9pm Room 200, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Cost: $19. Instructor-led group session includes assistance with colors, shading, concept, pencil techniques and design. Colored pencils and designs provided. For information or to register, contact Continuing Education and Regional Development, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected].

Digital Photography: the Basics and Beyond with Shawn Murray 6-8pm Kane Area High School, 6965 PA-321, Kane, PA Cost: $55. Are you still not sure what all the buttons are for on your digital camera. This course is for you if you want to move “off” auto setting and learn how to improve your images using the camera’s manual functions. We’ll explore your cameras menus and features and then cover the basic elements of photography, including shutter speed, aperture, metering, focus and ISO speed. This class is good for beginners and advanced amateur photographers. For information or to register, contact Continuing Education and Regional Development, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected].

Understanding the Numbers: Accounting and Financial Analysis for Your Business 8am-4:30pm (7:30am registration) Best Western Inn & Conference Center, 82 North Park Place, DuBois, PA Cost: $25 (Prepay to save your seat) No matter the size of your business, the bottom line is, you need to know your numbers! Join us to learn about accounting methods, financial statements and financial analysis. Hands-on exercises, Q&A sessions and group discussion will be incorporated throughout the seminar. Topics to be covered include: Cash Accounting vs. Accrual Accounting, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, Understanding Balance Sheets, Income Statements and Cash Flow Statements, Financial Ratios, industry comparisons and analysis Common Sizing, Break-Even Analysis. Register online now or call the Clarion University SBDC at 814-393-2060 or toll free at 1-877-292-1843 or email: [email protected].

4th Annual Bradford Brewfest 6-9pm St.Bernard School Gymnasium, 450 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA. Brought to you by Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce and Glenwood Beer Distributors. The 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest will include souvenir glasses, a wide variety of brews for sampling, live music by Acoustic Brew, door prizes, and more. Local restaurants will participate as food vendors. Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle available. Advance tickets are $20 each and $25 at the door, designated driver tickets are $10 each. For more information or to order tickets, contact the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce at 814-368-4531 or visit the Chamber office at 121 Main Street.

Star Patch Wall Hanging Class 10am-1pm Little Fabric Garden, 25 Main Street, Bradford, PA Cost: $22 plus materials. You are sure to love this country wall hanging. The class meets two times to complete. For more information contact Judy Brown at 814-362-6070 or email [email protected].

•OSHA Compliance and FAQ 9am-12noon (8:30am registration) Northwest PA Regional Planning & Development Commission, 395 Seneca Street, Oil City, PA If OSHA were to show up at your door today, would you be prepared for an inspection? Are you certain that you are doing everything possible to minimize workplace accidents and injuries? If you are unsure or answered no to either of these questions, this seminar is for you! Speaker Mark Harmon, will provide answers to your compliance questions and will discuss recent changes to OSHA’s recordkeeping rule. Cost: $20 (Please prepay to save your seat). For information or to register, call the Clarion University SBDC at 814-393-2060, toll free at 1-877-292-1843 or email: [email protected]•A Tale of Two Cities 7:30pm Bromeley Family Theater, Blaisdell Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Tickets: $16-$20 for the public, $5 for all students. Dickens’ novel about the people of France and Britain during the Reign of Terror is vividly brought to life in Benjamin Kingsland’s bold new adaptation. For more information or for tickets, contact the Bromeley Family Theater Box Office at 814-362-5113. Foundations of Grant Writing 5:30-8:30pm Room 200, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Nonprofit entities of all sizes and types must master the art of grant research, writing and management in order to fulfill their mission. This class will focus on essential skills that are necessary for success. Instructor Dale Fox has two decades of expertise researching, writing and managing millions of dollars of successfulgrants, coupled with Fortune 10 project management. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $99.For information or to register, contact Continuing Education and Regional Development, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected].

Business After Hours - Chosen Acres Real Estate 5-7pm Chosen Acres Realty, 7 Main Street, Bradford, PA You’re invited to join the Chamber and our host, Chosen Acres Realty, for relaxed networking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a business card drawing. Make new connections, learn more about our host, and share announcements/updates from your business or organization. For more information, contact BACC at 814-368-7115.

Irish Chain 6-9pm Little Fabric Garden, 25 Main Street, Bradford, PA Cost: $22 plus materials. What a great day to start an Irish Chain class---St. Patrick’s Day! This is a nice quilt for beginner quilters. It is made from squares but will give the illusion of diamonds when complete. Class meets two times to complete. For info call Judy at 814-362-6070 or email [email protected].

Girl’s Night Out 6pm The Bradford Club, Boylston Street, Bradford, PA Contact the Bradford Club at 814-368-3613 for reservations or more information.

• Band of Brothers 7-11pm Good Times, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY 14760 Your favorite classic rock with a $5 cover. All ages show! Hammer Back Bar & Grill offering early bird special to all that pay to get in to see Band of Brothers. If seated in the Event Center between 4-7pm you can get a 6oz fish fry dinner, choice of how its prepared and choice of sides plus free dessert for only $8.95!• Veterans! Start or Expand Your Business 9am-12noon (8:30 am registration) Clarion University Small Business Development Center (Barnes Center), 330 North Point Drive, Suite 100, Clarion, PA If you are a Veteran who owns a business, or a Veteran who would like to start a business, join us for this informative workshop that will provide details on the regional resources that are available to help you start and operate your business. Cost is free. Register online, call the Clarion University SBDC at 814-393-2060 or toll free at 1-877-292-1843 or email: [email protected].

Affairs of the Art KOA Art Gallery, Blaisdell Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Annual exhibition of student artwork will open at noon March 18 and last through April 18.

• Chris Higbee Concert Good Times, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY Olean’s favorite fiddler on the roof is back! Doors open at 6pm and Rod Tucker will be starting off the party at 7pm, The Derek Davis Band kicks it up at 8pm and Chris Higbee rocks the stage and roof at 10pm! Tickets are $15 - get them at the front desk or online at gtofood.com• Ca$h Mob Bradford 11:30am Meeting location: public parking lot at the corner of Bagley Avenue and East Main Street, Bradford, PA Bring $20 to spend and your appetite to the meeting location, where we’ll announce this month’s target. For information or to request that your business be a future Ca$h Mob Bradford target, contact BACC at 814-368-7115.

QuickBooks 2015 Level I 8:30am Potter County Education Council, 5 Water Street, Coudersport PA Learn to use Quickbooks. Course approved 8 CPE credits available for this course. Cost is $199 for one 7-hour session or $360 for both Levels I and II. For more information or to register, call the Clarion University SBDC at 814-393-2060 or toll free at 1-877-292-1843 or email: [email protected].

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4 Tips to Make Your Business More Likeable


remember it and like you more because they see you as someone who values what they think. That’s all a lot of us are looking for.

Anticipate Your Customers’ NeedsAs a business you are in a position to help, whether it’s helping someone look better, feel better, be entertained, or whatever it is you do for your customers. But you are also in a position to solve problems or answer questions. Use your content and social media to help customers with problems they face in their lives. If you run a boutique, you can create posts about unique gifts for the women in your life. If you are a CPA create helpful checklists of things people should track throughout the year for effortless taxes. Be helpful. Anticipate what your customers need and then give it to them. If they know they can count on you, they will return again and again.

In today’s competitive market place it’s hard for your product alone to set you apart. Often it’s the things behind your product that will help you make a name for yourself. It’s the service, personality, and assistance you provide. These are the things that make people like you and they are also what keeps people coming back.

By Christina R. Green

People buy from people they know, like, and trust. While you might be in the right place at the right time when someone is up against it, and they may buy from you once without knowing, liking, or trusting you, for them to return, you’ll need more than luck.

Know and trust generally come along when you establish yourself as a likeable business with a human behind it. It’s difficult for people to like you if they don’t trust you, unless you’re a villain and then being untrustworthy is yourbusiness. For most of us, that is not the case. You can’t likesomeone you don’t remember, so let’s get to work on establishing the like part of the sales equation.

Share Your ReasonThink of how filmmakers or storytellers get us to like the main character. One of the ways is that they place him on a quest, or up against a challenge, that we want him to succeed in. Often it’s one we identify with. Share your reason for doing what you do. There’s probably someone in your audience or potential audience who can identify with your convictions and story. Passion is contagious.

Find CommonalitiesIn order to find commonalities, you need to share things about yourself outside of your business and how it came to be. Share your likes, be positive. Share what you love about your community or your love for bacon. Be genuine and people who see your social media posts or read your content, will begin to identify with what you’re sharing. They’ll jump in and say “me too” and you’re one step closer to getting them to like you.

Ask QuestionsIf they’re in your store or business ask them their opinion on something and really listen to their answer. On social media ask what they think or what their preferences are. Involve them in your rebranding by crowdsourcing some of your marketing decisions. People like being involved and if you really listen to, and then act on, their advice, they’ll

Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors for their support of BACC’s annual events:

March calendar - continuedSnow Day Makeup Day - Bradford Area School District

Early Dismissal - Bradford Area School District Spring Break - No School - Bradford Area School District

Social Entrepreneur Emily Hine 11am Mukaiyama University Room, Frame-Westerberg Commons, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Free presentation. Hine has more than 25 years of experience in fundraising, philanthropy, marketing and public speaking.

Freddy and the Jets 7-11pm Good Times, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY $5 cover. All ages show. Hammer Back Bar & Grill offering an early bird special to all that pay to get in to see Freddy and the Jets. If you are seated in the Event Center between 4-7pm you can get a 6oz Fish Fry dinner, choice of sides plus free dessert for only $8.95

Closed for Easter - Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce

QuickBooks 2015 Level II 8:30am Potter County Education Council, 5 Water Street, Coudersport, PA Learn to use Quickbooks. Course approved 8 CPE credits available for this course. Cost: $199 for one 7-hour session or $360 for both Level I and II. For information, call Clarion University SBDC 814-393-2060, toll free 1-877-292-1843 or email: [email protected].

Birds of Prey for Adults and Youth 6-8pm (3/30), 9-11am (4/2). Room 200, Seneca Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA Cost: $19. Youth 8 years and older may register with an adult for free. Explore majestic eagles, owls, condors, vultures and falcons. Follow-up field trip to a raptor rehabilitation facility. For more information or to register, contact the Division of Continuing Education and Regional Development at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford at 814-362-5078 or [email protected].

• Laurie Halse Anderson, New York Times Bestselling Author of Children’s Books - Free Presentation 7pm Harriett B. Wick Chapel, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA • Pitt-Bradford Annual Health and Wellness Fair 11am-1:30pm Mukaiyama University Room, Frame-Westerberg Commons, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA Sponsored by Pitt-Bradford Student Health Services Office). Free and open to the public.• Canvas Creations 6pm Bradford VFW Events Center, 94 Barbour Street, Bradford, PA A night of painting and fun with friends! Instructors Adrianna Vaccaro and Samila Sosic will teach the art of canvas painting. Only 30 spots open. Must RSVP with Amy at 814-331-1142 by March 25th. Cost: $40 per person, includes one complimentary cocktail (must have proper ID for adult beverages) and appetizers. And you get to keep your beautiful creations! Proceeds benefit the VFW Auxiliary Funds. Use Barbour Street entrance - extra parking available across the street in Stoney North Lot.

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Location! Location! Location! Business After Hours will be held at Chosen Acres Realty at 7 Main Street on March 16th. Stop in from 5-7pm for relaxed networking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a chance at winning in the business card drawing. Business After Hours is free and open to the business and professional community - be sure to bring along your colleagues and friends!

Calling all mobsters! Our next Ca$h Mob Bradford will be held on Saturday, March 19th at 11:30 am. Bring your friends and family, your neighbors and co-workers, and make sure they each know to bring their $20 cash to spend. We’ll meet at the public parking lot at the corner of Bagley Avenue and East Main Street and announce our March target (hint: bring your appetite!). If we have 25 or more mobsters participate that day, we’ll give away a $25 Bradford Gift Certificate to one lucky shopper. Interested in being a future Ca$h Mob target? Fill out the enclosed insert or email us!

Plan ahead and save $5 by buying your Brewfest ticket in advance. 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest advance tickets are on sale now at the Chamber office for $20 ($25 at the door), and designated driver tickets are $10. Be sure to get yours soon so you won’t miss out on this fun-filled event! Brought to you by the Chamber and Glenwood Beer Distributors, Bradford Brewfest includes a wide range of brews to sample, live music by Acoustic Brew, food available for sale from several member restaurants, door prizes, a Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle, and more!

Make a Note: The BACC office will be closed on March 25 and 28.

Mark your Calendar: Our BACC Annual Meeting and Awards will be held on Thursday evening, April 21 at the Pennhills Club.

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YWCA Bradford’s Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraiserwill be held April 14th at 6pm on Main Street in Bradford. The event, which is open to the community, encourages men to walk down Main Street in women’s shoes to raise funds for the

resource center, which provides shelter and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. For more information or to register, visit YWCA Bradford’s website at www.ywcabradford.org or call 814-368-4235.

As Sun Air Express celebrates their one year anniversary providing service to travelers through Bradford Regional Airport, they are offering all Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce members a special anniversary gift. Use the anniversary fare sale code BFD1YR19 to receive a discounted $19 fare good for travel through May 31st. Happy anniversary, Sun Air Express!

Kara’s message...continued from page 3 We see it in our churches and local agencieslike the YWCA Bradford, Destinations, the Friendship Table, and the Salvation Army working together to provide support for the homeless and hungry. In our schools, the YMCA, and volunteers in youth sports leagues working alongside one another so children have opportunities to learn and play in a safe, supportive environment. In groups like the Bradford Little Theatre and the Bradford VFW’s Frances Sherman Auxiliary joining forces to raise funds for veterans’ services. The positive things that are happening are all because of caring, committed people stepping forward to make a difference. In business and economic development, the same can be said. Joint efforts of those committed to the cause can make a positiveimpact. Borrowing a few statistics from the City of Bradford’s OECD: “In the past 18 months, 13 new businesses have opened within the historic district and 29 façade improvement projects have been completed. Currently there is a wait list of 13 projects for the façade program, which will leverage a minimum of $120,000 in private investment money.” Again, we see an example of public agencies and private parties – all deeply committed to building a better community – working together to produce results.

Are they finished? Are we finished? Absolutely not. There is, and always will be, more to be done. But…one project, one building, one business at a time…good things can happen. At the Chamber, we will continue to partner with organizations like OECD, the DowntownBradford Redevelopment Corporation (DBRC), the Main Street Program, and others to work toward positive change. We will continue to promote and share the efforts of local social service agencies. And we will continue to ask you, our members, what needs you have and see both personally and throughout the area, and do what we can to work to help locate and implement solutions.


Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors for their support of BACC’s annual events: Sharing your message...

Monthly: Remember, each new business member is eligible for one free Chamber News insert or ad during the first year of membership. If you have not used your free insert or ad yet, call 814-368-7115 to reserve a spot for an upcoming month. Weekly: Do you have news, events, or announcements you would like us to include in an upcoming e-blast? Email [email protected] with your info! Any time: Whenever you have exciting news, specials, or events on your Facebook page that you’d like us to share, be sure to let a member of our staff know. Our page reaches more than 5,000 fans, and we’re happy to promote our members to them!

Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc. is awarding three $1,000 scholarships to three graduating seniors. The first two scholarships will be awarded to two Bradford Area High School seniors who have been accepted into an Accredited Nursing Program or have the intent to enroll in an Accredited Program. An additional $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior within the surrounding school districts (i.e., Kane, Otto-Eldred, Port Allegany or Smethport. For applications, students should see their high school guidance department or contact Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc. at 814-368-5648. Application deadline is May 2, 2016.

Each Spring, the Bradford Landmark Society hosts a unique educational program for fourth and fifth grade students which allows them to experience 19th century life at Crook Farm, a living history site located along Seaward Avenue in Foster Township. The Bradford Landmark Society is currently scheduling area schools for the program, which

will be held in May and June. All local schools that are interested in attending are asked to contact the Bradford Landmark Society at 814-362-3906. Home-schooled children are also welcome.

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Greetings!

I was recently asked why, whenso many small towns throughout the region are struggling, Bradford seems to be “holding its own” these days on Main Street and beyond. My immediate response was that I think what makes the difference in our community are the dedicated people who are working hard to bring renewed life to the community, and who care very much about seeing results – short and long-term.

There are numerous quotes from great social and political leaders throughout history that we’ve all heard about how caring, committed people can have an impact on the world.

Locally, we’ve been reminded this week that one year ago, our town was in the midst of the biggest water crisis it has faced in many decades. This time last year we were talking about the hard-working crews that worked diligently through sub-zero temperatures to make the repair, the staff and students at the university that made every effort to support those crew members and kept them supplied with hot coffee and much more, and businesses, organizations, and agencies – local, regional, and state – that contributed in such varied ways to provide relief to individuals throughout the community.

While we have reminisced about melting snow to manage basic household needs, the strongest memories of last year’s crisis are of caring, concerned people coming together and getting things done. And that is a theme that is seen frequently throughout the Bradford community.

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Top row: Thanks to Metz Culinary Management and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford for inviting us to attend the grand opening of the Hanley Library Cafe on February 1st. For a taste of Starbucks coffee house favorites right here in Bradford, the cafe is open to the public! Middle row: Bradford Little Theatre, with cast members in costume and character for “The Awesome 80’s Prom,” hosted the February Business After Hours. The Bradford area is fortunate to have such an active community theatre group presenting a wide range of shows for all ages to enjoy. Bottom row: Chef’s 117 is hosting a series of Cork and Canvas events at the restaurant - where participants can create their own work of art with step by step instructions, while enjoying Chef Justin Work’s delicious appetizers in a relaxing, casual atmosphere.

Bradford Family YMCA has kicked off their annual campaign with Ken Coffman as this year’s annual campaign chair. The YMCA unveiled this year’s campaign thermometer, with a goal of $125,000 and was proud to announce that they have already raised 51 percent of that goal. Donations to the Bradford YMCA are used for community programs focusingon goals including youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. For more information on the campaign, call Brent Raabe at 814-368-6101 or go online at www.YourYMCA.org.

American Red Cross in Bradford has moved to a new location - Suite 505 in the Hooker-Fulton Building at 125 Main Street. The space has been donated bythe owners of the

Hooker-Fulton building, Bashir and Sons, LLC, of New York City. American Red Cross will only pay for its utilities which will allow them to serve more people by reducing operating expenses. For more information, or to receive services from American Red Cross, call 814-368-6197 or send mailed items to 125 Main Street, Suite 505, Brad-ford, PA 16701.

Olde Schoolhouse Village Shoppes will host a Spring Open House and five 1-hour gardening classes on Saturday, March 19 from 10am-5pm. Take one class or stay for the day! Lunch will be available. Call 814-225-2255 to reserve your seat.

The Smethport Campaign for United Wayofficially closed the 2015 campaign having raised $15,245, surpassing the monetary goal for the first time since being managed by the United Way of the Bradford Area. For information on the Smethport Campaign for United Way, or to make a contribution, visit www.uwbanews.org/smethport or call United Way at 814-368-6181.

A grand opening was held February 1st for the Hanley Library Cafe at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Metz Culinary Management officials announced the cafe will feature Starbucks coffeehouse beverages,including espresso drinks-lattes, cappuccinos,mochas and more-along with chilled and blended beverages like the famous Frappuccino. The cafe will be open from 8:30am to 11pm Monday-Thursday; 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday; 1:30 to 4:30pm Saturday; and 1:30 to1pm Sunday.


Thanks to our wonderful volunteers!

We couldn’t do this without you:

June Brown, Maxine Eschrich,

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EnergyMark, LLCContact: Kevin Clough Address: 6653 Main Street, Williamsville, NYPhone: 1-716-614-1800Email: [email protected]: energymarkllc.comAbout: Natural gas and electric supply company, servicing residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Western New York and Northern Pennsylvania.

Closed for Easter HolidayThe Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce office will be closed Friday, March 25th and Monday, March 28th for the Easter holiday.

Members: Have an address change or plan to be away/stop mail temporarily? Please let us know so that we can update our records accordingly!

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Officers President, Susan Oliphant American Refining Group, Inc.

1st VP, Guy Signor Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems

2nd VP, Ryan Race Northwest Savings Bank

Secretary, Jill BallardUniversity of Pittsburgh at Bradford

Treasurer, Anita DolanOECD - City of Bradford

Past President, Tim Asinger Kessel Construction, Inc.

Board of Directors

Vickie Baker CNB Bank

Brett BoothZippo Manufacturing Company

Gretchen BrahaneyKOA Speer Electronics

Nancy GrahamTin Ceiling Gift Shoppe

Anne HollidayWESB/WBRR

Stephanie Huber Bradford Hospital Foundation

Susan HughesTower FUMC (First United Methodist Church)

Devon Kloss American Refining Group, Inc.

Sam Johnson Bradford Area School District

Colette Roessler Individual Member/Community Volunteer

Dan Williams Williams Insurance Agency

Sharon Yost Walmart

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Kara KennedyExecutive Director

Tricia WiltMembership Coordinator

Pamela MillerEvent Coordinator

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BACC Board of DirectorsCreating a Healthier Workplace


by Pamela Miller, Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce

Without your health you have nothing. Being proactive about your own health and the health of your work place might be the key to improving your bottom line. Healthier employees are more productive, more engaged in their work, have betterattendance, and tend to be less distracted and more optimistic.As an employer, the return on investment for making small changes in the workplace can be valuable to productivity.

You probably have a clear and defined policy on sick days, but have you considered a workplace wellness policy? Providing opportunities for healthy choices, flexibility in the work day, and prioritizing health can make your place of business more productive, help you to retain and attract great employees and reduce costs. First, lead by example. Make healthy choices in your own nutrition, exercise and wellness choices. Secondly, encourage employees to engage in healthy habits of their own.

“Sitting is the new smoking.” The damage done to the body by sitting for hours a day, at work or at home, is easily reconciled by getting up every hour. A quick stretch, perhaps a squat or a few lunges, can be the key to combatting the ill effects of a desk job. Ideally, adding a few walks during the day can help to improve your health. Even if you participate in a strenuous daily workout, you need to get up during the day. For those days when you are fully engaged in a project, try an app on your smart phone to remind you to “stand up.” Stand when you take a phone call.

Walk. This is a no brainer. One of the best ways to make sure you are walking each day is to commit to other people. Walking in a group provides the added benefit of socialization, which is vital to good mental health. Walking boosts immunity, combats depression and can stave off a variety of chronic conditions. During the work day, walk your meetings. Walk for errands, walk instead of sending an email and walk to and from work. Keep sneakers in your office for those days when the sun beckons you outside. Convince yourself that a healthy break is worth the time and will increase your productivity the rest of the day.

Stock your breakroom with healthy snacks. Try to choose fruits and vegetables over pre-packaged snacks. Studies show that families who display bowls of fruit on the kitchen counter weigh less. Consider stocking lemons, limes and cucumbers to naturally flavor water to boost water consumption over soft drinks. Read labels to avoid added sugar.

Exercise is a key component in happiness. Exercise releases the endorphins that make you happy. Happy people tend to be more creative, energetic and focused. Employees with unhealthy habits tend to have negative attitudes and make more mistakes, which is disruptive to the work day. Many workplaces offer 90 minute lunches for employees to work out and then return to the office recharged (and showered). Flexibility in the work day that is specifically tied to pursuing better health is another option to consider. Contact local fitness centers to inquire about discounts to businesses and encourage membership and use for your employees.

Try a health break when you are feeling that afternoon slump. Most afternoon slumps are rooted in the body’s natural rhythm, poor nutrition, inactivity and sometimes dehydration. Anticipatingthe slump by fueling up on a healthy lunch, getting out of the office during the lunch hour and getting enough sleep can help you avoid that vending machine or caffeine default. Take a walk around the block, or if you are the only one manning the store, do some deep breathing, drink a large glass of water or get that smart phone out and try a 5 minute meditation to recharge.

Encouragement is essential in motivating workers to change their habits. Commit to positive reminders to engage in healthy choices. Place a note at the bottom of the fruit bowl – “Our office consumed an apple a day today!” Make stairwells more inviting, place a motivational sign or poster on each landing. Start each month with being the person who verbally encourages co-workers, and then pass that task on. Encouraging others can bring personal satisfaction to both parties.

Create a culture of health. Allow employees to share healthy habits, recipes or fitness class information. Short morning meetings can help to set healthy intentions for the day or simply dedicate a bulletin board for sharing. While competition can be a great way to kick off your workplace wellness, sustainability will require success for all. Workers need to be invested in their own health. Consider a week or month of employees preparing a healthy snack then vote for the most popular. Recognize the winner with the privilege of selecting the breakroom snack or better yet, with a plant for their desk.

March is a great time to start on the road to improving your health. Share your ideas and success stories with other chamber members by emailing BACC. With your help and commitment, we can add ‘happier, healthier and even more productive’ to the many attributes of our chamber members.

Next Month: Managing Stress

Kids and CancerContact: Dave Geitner Address: PO Box 1299Phone: 814-331-8427Website:wwwkidsandcancerbenefitrun.comThe Kids and Cancer Run started in 1998. Through the generosity of Run participants and raffle ticket purchasers,the Kids & Cancer Committee has been able to donate over $250,000 to individuals, medical facilities, cancer- related organizations, and service clubs that benefit kids and their families. Volunteers Welcome!At the Chamber we utilize volunteers for projects like stuffing each month’s Chamber News with inserts and stapling them, preparing mailings, etc. If you orsomeone you know would be willing to donate a couple hours of their time approximately once a month to help out, let us know! Contact Tricia at 814-368-7115 and we can add the interested individual(s) to our call list.

The suggestions in this article are not meant to provide medical advice. As always, consult with your doctor before beginning an exercise routine or diet. Engaging in any of these suggestions is at your discretion and at your own risk.

4th Annual Bradford BrewfestBusiness After HoursFor this month’s Business After Hours our host will be Chosen Acres Realty,located at 7 Main Street in Bradford. You’re invited to join us on Wednesday, March 16th from 5-7pm for relaxed networking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a business card drawing. Make some new connections, learn more about our host, and share announcements/ updates from your business or organization. We hope to see you on the 16th!

Ca$h Mob BradfordOur next Ca$h Mob Bradford will take place on Saturday, March 19th at 11:30am. Bring $20 to spend and your appetite and meet us at the public parking lot on the corner of Bagley Avenue and East Main Street, where we’ll announce this month’s target. Bring mom, bring dad, bring the kids, invite your co-workers and neighbors! Business owners: We are searching for new targets. Contact us to be a part of this exciting event! Complete the enclosed insert or call the office at 814-368-7115. What’s New?Have member news/photos you’d like to share in an upcoming Chamber News? Email them to [email protected] for inclusion in future editions.

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Saturday, March 12th from 6-9pmat St. Bernard School, 450 West Washington Street

Advance tickets: $20 (Available at BACC, 121 Main Street) At the door: $25 Designated driver tickets: $10

Brought to you by BACC and Glenwood Beer Distributors.

All attendees must be 21 years of age or older and show valid ID at door. No admittance without ID.

Chamber News Insert Printing

Black/White(1-sided) $40 (2-sided) $60 Colored Paper $13 additional

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Printing charges are in addition to insert fee of $50/1 or $100/3.

Bradford Little Theatre was our recent Business After Hours host at Togi’s Playhouse, with actors from “The Awesome 80’s Prom” in costume and character. The shark didn’t go to the prom, but did show up in the photo booth props/costumes that guests were able to have a little fun with that evening. Great food and a slightly different twist on networking, at a great venue - thank you, BLT!

Ideas? We are always interested to hear what our members and community partners are thinking! Do you have: • A service/resource that your company or organization needs that isn’t currently available in the area? • A Brown Bag Workshop topic (or presenter) you would like to suggest? • An idea for an event?

Stop in or give us a call to share your ideas!

4th AnnualBradford BrewfestTicket Order Form

Saturday, March 12th6:00-9:00pm

St. Bernard School Gymnasium 450 West Washington Street

Bradford, PA

Brought to you by the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce and Glenwood Beer Distributors. The 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest will include souvenir sampling glasses, a wide variety of brews for sampling, live music by Acoustic Brew, door prizes, and more. Local restaurants will participate as food vendors. Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle available. Company __________________________________________ Contact Person __________________________________________Address __________________________________________City __________________________________________State _________ Zip Code ____________________Phone __________________ Fax ___________________ Email __________________________________________ Ticket reservations for the 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest: Quantity: _________ Advance Tickets @ $20.00 each (Will be $25.00 at the door)

Quantity: _________ Designated Driver Tickets @ $10.00 each

_________ Circle of Patrons Sponsorship @ $100 - $249.99 Name listed in program at Circle of Patrons level, includes 2 free admission tickets.

Total Due: _________ Method of Payment:

_______ I am enclosing my check (payable to BACC) _______ Please send an invoice to the above location.

_______ Charge my Master Card or Visa #______________________________ Exp Date ________ Sec Code _______

PLEASE POST/FORWARD/COPY/CIRCULATE - EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Return by mail to:Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce 121 Main Street, Bradford, PA 16701

814-368-7115 ext. 104Fax: 814-368-6233

[email protected]

P: 814-368-7115 | bradfordchamber.com | 121 Main Street Bradford, PA 16701

CA$H MOBBRADFORD

Join us!Date: Saturday, March 19th

Time: 11:30am

Location to Meet: Public Parking Lot at the corner of Bagley Ave and East Main St.

What to bring: $20 cash to spend and your appetite

A Cash Mob is a “shop local” flash mob created to spur local economic stimulus. A group of people interested in participating in a Cash Mob are told of a time and place to gather. Generally this is on a weeknight or weekend. In order to participate, the individual(s) must be willing

to spend $20 of their own money at a local business, and be willing to have fun and meet new people. Once at the designated meeting location, the “target” or local business is identified. The Cash Mob then goes together to “mob” the local business by all spending their dedicated $20 at that particular target business.

This is a fun way to get the community engaged in shopping locally and supporting our local economy. Not only do Cash Mobs generate excitement and fun for the “mobsters,” they also generate sales for the “target”

business. Cash Mobs have been known to provide holiday sales figures for businesses on random Saturdays.

What a great way to support our local businesses!

Interested in participating in future Cash Mobs? Let us know so we can count you in on all the fun!

_____ Yes! I want my business to participate as a “Target” Business! (Open to BACC members only) Business Name: _______________________________ Contact Name: _______________________________ Phone Number: _______________________________ Email Address: _______________________________

_____ Yes! I want to participate personally as a “mobster” so please keep me informed! (Everyone welcome!) Name(s): __________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: _______________________________ Email Address: _______________________________

SWIM

Bradford YMCA - Saturday, April 9, 2016

BIKE

INDOOR TRIATHLON

RUNHERE’S HOW IT WORKS:1. Start with a 15-minute SWIM2. 5 minutes to transition to the BIKE area3. Next, CYCLE on a SPIN BIKE for 15 minutes4. 5 minutes to transition to the TREADMILL area5. Finish with a 15-minute RUN/WALK

*Volunteers will record the total distance covered during your swim, bike and run. The more distance you cover, the higher you will rank.

Heats will start at 7amAges 15+Make a Team of up to 3 People!

$30 Early Registration (Before March 25th)$35 Registration March 26th and After$50 for Teams of 2-3 People$20 Students *Ages 22 and Under with School ID

Event Sponsor

TRISomethingNew!

ParticipantsReceive aFREET-Shirt

Registration FormAll team members and individuals must submit a completed application via this form

or online at www.yourymca.org

Individual Name:

Signature (Parent if Under Age 18) Date

If registering as a team, please list team member’s name, age, gender and phone number.

Age on Race Day:Address of Individual:City, State, ZIP code:

Email Address:

Phone Number:

T-Shirt Size:

Gender:

Swimmer: Age Gender Phone Number T-Shirt Size

Age Gender Phone Number T-Shirt Size

Age Gender Phone Number T-Shirt Size

Cyclist:

Runner:

Team Captain’s Email: Team Name:

Waiver, Release, Indemnification and Hold Harmless AgreementI understand that YMCA activities have inherent risks and I hereby assume all risks and hazards incident to my participation in all YMCA activities. I further waive, release, absolve, indemnify and agree to hold harmless the YMCA of the Twin Tiers, event sponsors, organizers, volunteers, supervisors, officers, directors, or participants from any claims or injury sustained during my participation in the YMCA Indoor Triathlon. I further state after consultation with my Health Care Provider, that I am in proper physical condition to participate in this triath-lon. I also give permission to the media and the YMCA to use my name and/or picture in any newspaper, broadcast, telecast, or any other account of this event, without limitation and without obligation of anyone to compensate me further.

I HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE ABOVE WAIVER RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

Make Checks Payable to:YMCA of the Twin Tiers

59 Boylston StreetBradford PA, 16701

PLEASECHECK ONE

INDIVIDUAL $30.00

$50.00

$20.00 $20.00

$35.00

$50.00TEAM

2-3 People

REGISTERBy 3/25/16

REGISTER3/26/16 & after

*Entry Fee is non-refundable

Awards will be given to the first overall female, first overall male, first in each age group, and the first overall team. No duplication of performance awarded.

All participants will receive a tech t-shirt. All participants are asked to arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of their heat. Locker room access, and shower facilities are also available.

Packet pick-up is available at the Bradford Family YMCA Welcome Desk on Thursday and Friday, April 7th and 8th and on race day, starting at 6:30am. Participants will be notified (by email) prior to the event with assigned start time. Packets must be picked up at least 30 minutes before your assigned start time.

Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

invites you to attend

Annual Meeting & Awards Presentation

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Please join us to celebrate the past year and honor our 2016 award winners.

Pennhills Club, 146 Pennhills Drive, Bradford

6:00 pm - Social Hour 7:00 pm - Awards

Heavy Hors d’oeuvres, Dessert, Refreshments, and Cash Bar

“The only limit to your impact is your imagination and commitment.”

—Tony Robbins

Reservations required by 4/8/16. See enclosed RSVP form for ticket and sponsorship options.

Please post/forward this invitation as appropriate. All Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce members,

their employees and guests are invited to attend.

Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce

Annual Meeting & Awards Presentation

Ticket and Sponsorship Opportunities

SOLD Signature Event Sponsor—Thanks to Zippo Manufacturing Company!

____ Diamond Event Co-Sponsor $2500 - 20 complimentary tickets—reserved seating - Company name/logo advertised throughout event - Recognition in all pre-event publicity and program

____ Platinum Sponsor $1000 - 16 complimentary tickets - Company name/logo advertised throughout event - Recognition in all pre-event publicity and program

____ Gold Sponsor $750 - 12 complimentary tickets - Company name advertised throughout event - Recognition in program

____ Silver Sponsor $500 - 8 complimentary tickets - Company name advertised throughout event - Recognition in program

____ Bronze Sponsor $250 - 4 complimentary tickets - Company name advertised throughout event - Recognition in program

____ Advertising Sponsor (Does not include ticket) $50 - Recognition in program

____ Individual Tickets $40 per person

Contact Name ________________________________________ Phone _________________ Organization ________________________________ Total # of Tickets Needed____________ Check Enclosed __________ Please Invoice __________

Reservations required by 4/8/16. RSVP to:

Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce, 121 Main Street, Bradford, PA 16701 814-368-7115 or [email protected]

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