NEWSLETTER

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 I BEAVER COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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October 2019 President’s Message President’s Message: October is National Chamber Month

October is traditionally National Chamber Month. So, it is fitting that in my last official column for the

Chamber, we recognize the recipients of our 2019 Business of Year Awards. Once again, among all the

outstanding organizations and members of the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce, these seven awardees stand out for

their exceptional contributions as business people and community leaders. They work well beyond their own self-interests, in

collaboration with others in the community, to improve the quality of place and lives of all residents in our region. They are

committed to making Beaver County and our surrounding region a better place to live, work and do business.

The Awardees are:

Citizen of the Year is Dr. Donald E. Sheffield. Dr. Sheffield, is a graduate of New Brighton High School, received his B.A. in Secondary Education from Geneva College, his Master in Education from Slippery Rock University, and earned his doctorate in Higher Education from Penn State University. He spent most of his career in higher education, including 26 years at Penn State University until his retirement in September of 2002.

Dr. Sheffield provides training for corporations, businesses social service organizations and schools. He serves as the Cultural Competency Trainer for the Beaver County System of Care, as well as a consultant in Diversity, Inclusion and Cultural Competency for the business community. In addition, he conducts workshops for parents in maximizing the potential of their children. He is the founder and president of TAME Inc. (Techniques Assisting Motivation and Excellence), a consulting firm dedicated to cultural excellence by helping schools, families, and businesses understand the “practice” of high performance. No one has done more to bring people together, and demonstrate true servant leadership in our community, than Dr. Sheffield. He is a long-time member of the Chamber and we are honored to recognize him as our Citizen of the Year.

Entrepreneur of the Year is Christine Cosky. Chris is the owner and operator of B Well Nation Fitness Center, and is an LLC & ACE certified Group Exercise Fitness Instructor. She is an extraordinary entrepreneur with a career that spans a career as a radio personality and host, a multi-media voice over actor, lecturer, community volunteer and businesswomen. Chris seems to be engaged everywhere in the community in ways that not only enhance our quality of life but uplift our spirits and improve our health. She is a graduate of the first cohort of our Leadership Beaver County Program and is truly a delight to know and work with in any capacity.

Small Business of the Year is MGSoft-Net. They are a terrific small business that provides IT infrastructure, web

design, development and social media solutions. Founded in 1999, MGSoft-Net has been helping the residents of West-ern Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and Northern West Virginia with their business and home computer issues. They are a long-time Chamber member and provider of services to the Chamber office. Bob Bickerton and his team epitomize quality service in a very competitive field of work. Their diverse client and customer base are testimony to why they are deserving of being our Small Business of the Year.

Large Business of the Year is Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center. No organization in our history has had a greater

impact on our local arts and entertainment culture than LPPAC. They annually bring over 30,000 patrons to their 750 seat Mainstage and 150 seat Black Box Theaters. Hosting dozens of community organizations and events, they are truly a cherished asset and key part of the economy and quality of life we not only enjoy in Beaver County but across the southwestern Pennsylvania region. Nearly 800 students from 81 school districts and eight counties is quite an impact. The success of their students’ performers majoring in a performance-based program that includes professional directors, choreographers and technical crews, provides opportunities for Charter School students to shadow and learn backstage production, as well as working with visual and literary arts faculty that provide learning for students in those majors and programs.

Energy & Advanced Manufacturing Industry of the Year is Shell Polymers / Pennsylvania Chemicals Project.

No recent investment by any entity has been more impactful on our region than Shell’s world-class polymer plant construction project. They have brought thousands of construction workers, spending billions of dollars to construct, and are generating millions in local commercial and retail sales, new company investments, tax revenue, and charitable community contributions. Setting aside the substantial economic impact, the folks at Shell are a greatly talented and committed group of folks committed to serving the Beaver County region. They participate on multiple community boards, committees and in dozens of volunteer programs. They exemplify what being a good corporate citizen and social responsibility is all about. They are our friends, good neighbors, and the best marketing promotion Beaver County has had in decades.

Chamber Ambassador of the Year is Charles Sylak. Charlie is a long-time member of the Chamber and Board of Directors who worked for Westinghouse early in his career and then helped run a family business Shasta, a specialty metals company in Aliquippa. He also worked as a marketing executive with the Levy Marketing Group. Charlie has served and promoted the Chamber tirelessly over the years and is one of our greatest cheerleaders and supporters.

Diversity Advancement Award is being presented to Huntington Bank. This new award is a joint effort between

the Chamber and the Inclusion, Diversity, and Awareness Council (IDAC) of Beaver County. Huntington Bank has been

selected as the first recipient based on their placing importance on bringing banking and hiring practices that ensure our

business community values diversity and inclusion in all that we do. The award is a reminder of how as employers,

employees and a community, we are much stronger and better as a society when everyone has an opportunity to live

and work on an equal basis.

All the awardees will be honored the evening of November 7th at Seven Oaks Country Club. Please contact Michelle Musselman

at 724.775.3944 or email mmusselman@bcchamber.com for ticket information.

The BCCC is the leading business development and networking organization in the Beaver Valley region, with over 500

members and growing. Our mission is to “lead and advocate for economic growth and community development in

order to foster the best environment in which to live, work and do business”. To learn more about the benefits of

becoming a Chamber member, or how our community partnerships and business development efforts are making Beaver

County more competitive in attracting and retaining families, employees and enabling economic growth, please visit the Beaver

County Chamber of Commerce website at www.bcchamber.com.

to the Annual Meeting & Business of the Year Awards by Thursday, October 31!

www.bcchamber.com

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, qual-

ity 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 40+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, Storefronts,

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!

Visit: www.brightonglass.com

Email: bglass55@verizon.net

New Members!

Events Calendar

Hilton Garden Inn, Pittsburgh Area/ Beaver Valley

Brittney Golden 2000 Wagner Road Ext South

Monaca, PA 15061 724-728-2070

Hotels

Jacksons Restaurant + Bar Brittney Golden

2000 Wagner Road Ext South Adjacent to the Hilton Garden Inn

Monaca, PA 15061 724-728-2072

Restaurant

Harley’s Angels Cat Rescue, Inc. Deborah Marchionda 970 Wallace Run Road Beaver Falls, PA 15010

724-601-2756 Non Profit

Chamber Open House Wednesday, October 23 8:30-1:00pm Stop by for breakfast or lunch on us! RSVPs are appreciated info@bcchamber.com

October

November Annual Meeting & Business of the Year Awards Dinner Thursday, November 7 5pm Seven Oaks Country Club Register on www.bcchamber.com

Annual Holiday Party Tuesday, December 10 Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center 5:30-7:00pm Register on www.bcchamber.com

2019 New Member Meet & Greet Tuesday, November 12 8:30-10:00am Old Economy Village Free to attend! Register to kpoleti@bcchamber.com

December

November Lunch & Learn Sharpen, Strengthen, and Streamline Your Communications Wednesday, November 13 11:30am-1:00pm Community College of Beaver County Register on www.bcchamber.com

Beaver County Chamber of Commerce

2019 New Member Meet & Greet

We invite you to join us in celebrating all new

members throughout the year with a morning of breakfast and networking!

Tuesday, November 12

8:30-10:00am

Old Economy Village

270 16th Street

Ambridge, PA 15003

Breakfast and beverages on us!

You must RSVP to kpoleti@bcchamber.com.

Visit www.bcchamber.com for more info on membership and membership benefits!

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