Calendar of Events

Features and Benefits: Selling Value, Not Price

May
22
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: 7 a.m.

Cost: $25 members, $40 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: Corporate College East

Address: 4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

The Sales Doctors show you how to sell based on customer needs and your company’s value.

Information Meeting

May
22
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: Innovation Fund

Venue: Entrepreneurship Innovation Center, Lorain County Community College

Address: 151 Innovation Drive, Elyria OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: innovationfundneohio.com

An informational session where representatives from the Innovation Fund explain the ins and outs of starting a tech-based business as well as the available entrepreneurial support services.

Mark Pogharian and Matt Miller

May
22
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: Noon

Cost: $40

Presenting Organization: CFA Society Cleveland

Venue: City Club of Cleveland

Address: 850 Euclid Ave., Second Floor, Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cfasociety.org/cleveland

Hear the Hershey Co. story from Mark Pogharian, vice president, and Matt Miller, investor relations manager.

Networking Lunch

May
22
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: Noon

Presenting Organization: NEO Society for Technical Communication

Venue: Crave

Address: 57 E. Market St., Akron OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: neostc.org

Join members and technical communications professionals for the networking event.

Orientation & Performance Management Plan Basics

May
22
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cost: $250 member, $300 nonmember

Presenting Organization: ERC

Venue: ERC Workplace Center

Address: 6700 Beta Drive, Suite 300, Mayfield Village OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: yourerc.com

Cover the basics of the orientation process, human resources’ role in employee performance and more.

Taste of Canton 2013

May
22
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Cost: $5-$25

Presenting Organization: Canton Chamber of Commerce

Venue: Market Square

Address: 301 Market Ave. N, Canton OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cantonchamber.org

Sample everything that Canton’s food scene has to offer.

2013 Athena Award Dinner

May
23
Thu.

Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $60

Presenting Organization: Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber

Venue: Mr. Anthony’s

Address: 7440 South Ave., Boardman OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: regionalchamber.com

Keynote speaker Anne Beiler shares the story of Auntie Anne’s, and the award recipient will be named.

COSE Member Networking Night

May
23
Thu.

Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Cost: $30 members, $40 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: Executive Caterers at Landerhaven

Address: 6111 Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield Heights OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

Join members and guests for the biggest networking event of the year.

Finding Financing

May
23
Thu.

Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Time: 5:30-7 p.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: JumpStart

Venue: JumpStart

Address: 6701 Carnegie Ave., Suite 100 OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: jumpstartinc.org

A panel discussion on ways an entrepreneur can finance a business.

Mastering Cross-Cultural Communication

May
23
Thu.

Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Time: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Cost: $645

Presenting Organization: Weatherhead School of Management

Venue: George S. Dively Building, Case Western Reserve University

Address: 11240 Bellflower Road, Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: weatherhead.case.edu

Learn how to keep pace with your organization’s global expansion.

Measuring Your Impact on Customers

May
23
Thu.

Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Time: Noon

Cost: $10 members, $20 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: Heights-Hillcrest Regional Chamber of Commerce

Venue: 700 Beta Banquet and Conference Center

Address: 700 Beta Drive, Mayfield Village OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: hrcc.org

Marvin Montgomery shares keys to benefit from repeat, request and referral business.

Alexander “Sandy” Cutler

May
24
Fri.

Date: Friday, May 24, 2013

Time: Noon

Cost: $18 members, $30 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: City Club of Cleveland

Venue: City Club of Cleveland

Address: 850 Euclid Ave., Second Floor, Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cityclub.org

The chairman and CEO of Eaton Corp. speaks.

Government Affairs Council Luncheon

May
30
Thu.

Date: Thursday, May 30, 2013

Time: 11:15 a.m.

Cost: $25

Presenting Organization: Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber

Venue: A la Cart Catering

Address: 429 Lisbon St., Canfield OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: regionalchamber.com

Rep. Bill Johnson speaks on energy policy and its effect on manufacturing.

Marcia Fudge

May
31
Fri.

Date: Friday, May 31, 2013

Time: Noon

Cost: $18 members, $30 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: City Club of Cleveland

Venue: City Club of Cleveland

Address: 850 Euclid Ave., Second Floor, Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cityclub.org

The congresswoman speaks.

Networking Breakfast

May
31
Fri.

Date: Friday, May 31, 2013

Time: 8-9:30 a.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: Cleveland 20/30 Club

Venue: Grumpy’s Cafe

Address: 2621 W. 14th St., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cleveland2030.org

Club members and nonmembers are encouraged to attend and network.

Great Lakes Symposium

Jun
4
Tue.

Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Time: 11:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

Cost: $40-$130

Presenting Organization: Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

Venue: Great Lakes Science Center

Address: 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: clemetrobar.org

Panelists Chris Korleski, Brian Cook and Joel Brammeier cover legal issues and the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

Communication Skills for HR Professionals

Jun
5
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cost: $250 members, $300 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: ERC

Venue: ERC Workplace Center

Address: 6700 Beta Drive, Suite 300, Mayfield Village OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: ercnet.org

This session covers strategies for improving your human resources message.

Supervisory Certificate Series II

Jun
5
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Cost: $450 member, $600 nonmember

Presenting Organization: ERC

Venue: ERC Workplace Center

Address: 6700 Beta Drive, Suite 300, Mayfield Village OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: yourerc.com

A five-week program to improve the skills of supervisors or managers.

Young 2013 Golf Outing

Jun
5
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Time: 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Cost: $125 per golfer. $40 for speaker series breakfast and lunch only

Presenting Organization: Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber

Venue: Mill Creek Park

Address: 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: regionalchamber.org

This outing also features a speaker program.

West Side Luncheon

Jun
6
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 6, 2013

Time: Noon

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: National Association of Women Business Owners

Venue: Champps, Crocker Park

Address: 12 Main St., Westlake OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: clevelandnawbo.org

Meet other members and guests to network and discuss topics of interest.

22nd Annual Golf Tournament

Jun
7
Fri.

Date: Friday, June 7, 2013

Time: 10:30 a.m.

Cost: $105 individual golfer, $425 foursome; $35 dinner only

Presenting Organization: North Coast Regional Chamber of Commerce

Venue: Sweetbriar Golf Club

Address: 750 Jaycox Road, Avon Lake OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: nocce.org

Join members and guests for a networking dinner following the tournament.

Advocacy Committee Meeting

Jun
7
Fri.

Date: Friday, June 7, 2013

Time: 8 a.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: COSE Offices

Address: 1240 Huron Road E, Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

Discuss values, principles and policies on public issues.

Theory & Applications of Forging & Die Design

Jun
10
Mon.

Date: Monday, June 10, 2013

Cost: $1,099 members, $1699 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: Forging Industry Association

Venue: Marriott Residence Inn

Address: 527 Prospect Ave., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: forging.org

Attend the four-day course on new forging principles and practices.

An Introduction to the Strategic Planning Course

Jun
11
Tue.

Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Time: 8 a.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: Lockkeepers

Address: 8001 Rockside Road, Valley View OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

Preview the Saturday-only course built to improve your business.

East Side Luncheon

Jun
13
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 13, 2013

Time: Noon-1 p.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: National Association of Women Business Owners

Venue: Mitchell’s Fish Market

Address: 28601 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: clevelandnawbo.org

Meet other members and guests to network and discuss topics of interest.

Stark County Safety Council Luncheon

Jun
13
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 13, 2013

Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: $16

Presenting Organization: Canton Chamber of Commerce

Venue: Meyer’s Lake Ballroom

Address: 3218 Parkway St. NW, Canton OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cantonchamber.org

The Real Deal with Connie Dieken

Jun
13
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 13, 2013

Time: 8 a.m.

Cost: $25 members, $40 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: LaCentre Conference & Banquet Facility

Address: 25777 Detroit Road, Westlake OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

Dieken shares coaching success stories and advice from her program The Proven Path to Develop Your Influence and Executive Presence.

June AultCare Fast Break Breakfast

Jun
14
Fri.

Date: Friday, June 14, 2013

Time: 7-9 a.m.

Cost: $18 members, $25 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: Canton Chamber of Commerce

Venue: Courtyard by Marriott

Address: 4375 Metro Circle NW, North Canton OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cantonchamber.org

Fred Reikowsky, owner of Legacy Business Leaders, speaks.

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Information Session

Jun
15
Sat.

Date: Saturday, June 15, 2013

Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: Cuyahoga Community College

Venue: Corporate College West

Address: 25425 Center Ridge Road, Westlake OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: tri-c.edu/workforce/goldmansachs

A practical business management education session.

Monthly Meeting

Jun
17
Mon.

Date: Monday, June 17, 2013

Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: Free for members, $20 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: Women in Networking Cleveland

Venue: Valenti’s Ristorante

Address: 3365 Richmond Road, Beachwood OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: wincleveland.com

Speaker to be announced.

CEO Dinner with Barbara Snyder

Jun
18
Tue.

Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Cost: $35 members, $110 nonmembers (includes membership)

Presenting Organization: Cleveland 20/30 Club

Venue: Dante

Address: 2247 Professor Ave., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cleveland2030.org

Young professionals have the opportunity to network and ask questions of the Case Western Reserve University president.

Leadership Breakfast Series

Jun
18
Tue.

Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Time: 7:30-9 a.m.

Cost: $35 members, $45 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: Cleveland Engineering Society

Venue: Crowne Plaza

Address: 5300 Rockside Road, Independence OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cesnet.org

Andrew Sherman, CEO of MesoCoat, speaks.

Shale Gas: Promises and Challenges

Jun
18
Tue.

Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Time: 6 p.m.

Cost: Free

Presenting Organization: The National Academy of Engineering

Venue: Severance Hall

Address: 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: naeshalegas.com

A topical, two-day meeting on the opportunities and challenges of shale gas.

First Look at Giving USA’s 2012 Findings & The Impact on Greater Cleveland Non-Profits

Jun
19
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Time: 11 a.m.-1:30 a.m.

Cost: $25 members, $40 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Cleveland Chapter

Venue: Crowne Plaza

Address: 5300 Rockside Road, Independence OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: afpcleveland.org

An educational luncheon.

June Hall of Fame Luncheon

Jun
19
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: $30 members, $45 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: American Advertising Federation, Cleveland

Venue: Windows on the River

Address: 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: aafcleveland.com

Event recognizing individuals near or at the end of their career who have made outstanding contributions to advertising.

Success Seminars: Secrets to a Successful Business

Jun
19
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: $30

Presenting Organization: University of Akron – Lakewood

Venue: University of Akron Lakewood

Address: 14725 Detroit Ave., Lakewood OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: jumpstartinc.org

Learn to use entrepreneurship, engagement and passion to increase revenue and awareness.

The Sales Doctors: Overcoming Objections and Why You Want Them

Jun
19
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Time: 7 a.m.

Cost: $25 members, $40 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: Corporate College East

Address: 4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

The Sales Doctors, Marvin Montgomery and Hal Becker, show you how to handle objections.

Annual Meeting

Jun
20
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 20, 2013

Time: 6-9 p.m.

Presenting Organization: Akron Bar Association

Venue: Hilton Akron/Fairlawn

Address: 3180 W. Market St., Akron OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: akronbar.org

Shannon O’Neil

Jun
20
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 20, 2013

Time: 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: $20

Presenting Organization: Akron Roundtable

Venue: Quaker Square Inn, University of Akron

Address: 135 S. Broadway St., Akron OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: akronroundtable.org

The Douglas Dillon Fellow for Latin America Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations speaks about the topic Mexico, the United States and the Road Ahead.

TechPint

Jun
20
Thu.

Date: Thursday, June 20, 2013

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Presenting Organization: TechPint

Venue: Market Garden Brewery & Distillery

Address: 1947 W. 25th St., Cleveland OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: techpint.org

A mini tech conference in a bar, that brings together 150 of Cleveland’s most active entrepreneurs, investors and designers for brainstorming, networking and speeches.

Is Being an Employer Risky Business?

Jun
21
Fri.

Date: Friday, June 21, 2013

Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: $50 members, $65 nonmembers

Presenting Organization: ERC

Venue: ERC Workplace Center

Address: 6700 Beta Drive, Suite 300, Mayfield Village OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: ercnet.org

Nicole Gray, of McDonald Hopkins, presents the Top 10 Liability Concerns for Employers and Strategies for Compliance.

Business & Corporate Law Section Meeting

Jun
24
Mon.

Date: Monday, June 24, 2013

Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: $110

Presenting Organization: Akron Bar Association

Venue: Tam O’Shanter Golf Course

Address: 5055 Hills and Dales Road NW, Canton OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cantonchamber.org

A forum for discussion of current issues pertaining to the practice of business and corporate law.

Swap 35/Power Networking

Jun
25
Tue.

Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Time: 5 p.m.

Cost: $15

Presenting Organization: COSE

Venue: Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante and Party Center

Address: 8922 Ridge Road, North Royalton OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cose.org

Make 34 new contacts in just 90 minutes by moving from table to table.

Annual Chamber Golf Outing

Jun
26
Wed.

Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: $110

Presenting Organization: Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

Venue: Tam O’Shanter Golf Course

Address: 5055 Hills and Dales Road NW, Canton OH. Directions/Map

Web Site: cantonchamber.org

A day of friendly competition and networking.