April 7, 2021
October 20, 2021
The mission of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce is to facilitate the growth of Aurora area businesses, promote tourism, and invest in programs that enhance and enrich the community.
 

Welcome to our newest members!

Evexia Café & Market
Desiree Graves, Independent Scout & Cellar Wine Consultant
Eques
The Body Shop at Home
McKeon Education Group Inc.
Sandstrom Builders, LLC
Auto World USA Inc.
Waterway Gas & Wash
Calamari Brothers Fun & Entertainments Co.
Mission Driven Life & Health
Bonsky Heating & Cooling LLC
Bitwise Industries
Mya Ventures Inc DBA Pet Supplies Plus
ACE Aurora LLC
Kendra Kerensky, KellerWilliams


We are happy to announce our
2021 Business of the Year, Mary Strimple & Associates
and our
2021 Person of the Year, Liz Curtis Sutter.

Congratulations to both of these well deserving individuals!

They will be honored at our
2021 Holiday Luncheon
on
November 12, 2021 at
The Atrium at Anna Maria



The chamber isn't just about networking events and golf outings, although those are fun! We are your business partner, here to help you save money by offering you cost saving benefits, advertise your business and events and if you have job openings, let's see if we can work with you to get them filled.



Karen
MEMBER NEWS AND EVENTS
Real Property Management Valor Team is sponsoring a Warming Item Drive with The Sub Zero Mission through November 3, 2021
Please consider donating any of the "Stay 5 Alive" items needed-

Coats, boots, NEW socks, hats, gloves, sleeping bags or tents.

Items can be dropped of at Munn Chiropractic, 14 New Hudson Rd. and I have a bin outside the chamber office for evening drop offs.

Let's fill the back of my car with donations!

JOIN US AT OUR OCTOBER BOOK SALE!
Proceeds support library programs, events,
and activities that enrich the lives of children,
teens, and adults in the community.

Image credit: Chris Weller


No Winner Yet!

Stop in the Aurora Howard Hanna Office to purchase your tickets for next week!
Did you know...

BWC insurance is mandatory to provide if you have
1+ employees on payroll.
CHAMBER EVENTS

It was a huge hit in 2020 so we decided to do it again!
TRUNK OR TREAT 2021
We have 17 "Trunks" as of today!

FREE for the kiddos!

Businesses can participate for $10
Many of our local shops and restaurants are owned by Aurora residents.
Please support your neighbors-


Aurora City News Updates can be found on the City page.
JOBS
Visit our new Facebook group, Aurora OH Jobs
Assistant Store Manager in a bustling gift shop and coffee bar at Aurora Farms.

This gift shop is home to more than 75 Ohio small businesses. The right candidate will have a passion for crafting or making and have a love for entrepreneurs and small business. This position will require you to be a cashier and barista, as well as stock, straighten and face displays. You will interact with customers and help them with their questions regarding merchandise.

There is potential for advancement in the future.

Must have a minimum of three years retail management experience, must be available weekends and must be 18+

Responsibilities:
• Opening and closing the store.
• Making sure that the store is always clean and properly organized
• Attending to customer requests or inquiries in the store
• Collaborate with ownership on setting and achieving goals
• Submit purchase orders for inventory based on current levels, availability of new products and customer interest
• Display merchandise to maximize purchasing appeal
• Organize sales and product demonstrations
• Interact with customers and resolve complaints or grievances

Skills and Qualifications
• Excellent organizational skills
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Superior attention to details
• Inventory management history
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead staff, help customers and work with upper management
• Great customer service skills, including patience and active listening, to ensure customers feel heard and helped
• Presentation skills and knowledge of best visual and marketing display practices
• Conflict management skills to resolve customer issues effectively
• Exceptional time management skills to set realistic deadlines and follow specific steps to reach time-sensitive objectives
• In-depth knowledge of the store’s merchandise, its exact location, and its prices

MORE MEMBER NEWS
The Portage County Safety Council FY21 Virtual Safety Council program meets on Zoom every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month (except for the holidays), 11:00am-12:00pm.

Please Note: Unless otherwise noted, virtual meetings are restricted to up-to-date FY21 members only. Registration by non-members without prior permission will be cancelled.






Independent Energy Consultants is a long time member of the
Aurora Chamber of Commerce.
Visit their website for more information on how they might be able to save you money on your energy bills.

Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Karen Bosley,Executive Director
330-562-3355
director@allaboutaurora.com
Aurora Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau | 330.562.3355 | director@allaboutaurora.com| www.allaboutaurora.com