Webster Chamber News January 2019
Business of the Month
Congratulations to Pearle Vision - Webster, December's Business of the Month!
Breakfast Before Business!
Our next Breakfast Before Business will be on Friday, January 25th, 2019!
Open Enrollment!
You still have time to sign up! Give us a call at the office to make your healthcare selections for 2019!
We Need Your Ideas!
The Chamber’s Education Committee needs your feedback. They are working on the schedule of Power Hour presentations for 2019 and have created a survey to gather your thoughts.
Eat Drink & Connect
Our next Eat Drink & Connect will be on Thursday, January 17th from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at Inclusion Wellness Spa on Ridge Road!
Anti-Sexual Harassment Training
The Small Business Council is offering a discounted online training to Webster Chamber Members ...
Job Postings Page
Let us know if you are hiring! Post your job openings on our Job Posting's page.
Committee of the Month
Our Program Committee is responsible for Breakfast meeting programs; securing speakers with timely ...
Naloxone Training
Webster Health and Education Network is pleased to present Naloxone training at the Webster Public Library
Barry's Column
Happy New Year! We made it through another holiday season and we can start the countdown to Spring!
There are a few things going on this month, so please make sure you browse around the newsletter to catch up on the happenings and events including an Eat, Drink, and Connect on the 17th and the January Breakfast on the 25th where we will recognize the 2019 Business Person of the Year. The Education Committee is conducting a survey to identify topics for 2019 Power Hour presentations – please take a minute and answer the survey.
And a couple of reminders to update your listing on the Chamber’s website directory to make sure the information is accurate and links are still good (both will help with search engine results) Also, don’t forget that we are still in the medical insurance open enrollment period (the one time of year you can change medical insurance with no “qualifying event”) but that window closes on the 31st of January.
It seems like I should come up with some wonderful words of wisdom for the New Year: possibly something to inspire you to make changes in your life or business; possibly something to give you a new fresh perspective on the world; possibly something to help restore your faith in mankind and humanity. I am not sure that any words from me (or anyone else for that matter) have the power to do any of those things. I’m not even sure anyone reads these columns! I do believe that old adage that change has to come from within.
I read that only eight percent of people keep their new year’s resolutions – I would be in the 92 percentile. It’s possible that’s why I pretty much don’t bother anymore with a list. So, I have only come up with one “thing I want to try to do” (I’m not even calling it a resolution). I am just going to try to do a little better today than I did yesterday, a little better this week than last week, and so on. There are so many places in my life that have room for some improvement. Some places need lots of improvement, some just a notch or two, but improvement just the same. Perfection isn’t the goal; I’m just hoping for some progress.
Lastly, thank you for all of your support of the Chamber (and of me) in 2018. Thank you for your participation in events, your committee work, your financial support, your input, and your constructive criticism – I am grateful to you all and wish you all the best in the new year!
FranNet of Upstate New York - A Franchise Consultant located at 53 Assembly Drive, #421, Mendon, NY. Contact John Adams at 585-739-6625, jpa@jadams52.com or visit their website at www.franchiseupstateny.com.
Lala, Laugh and Love Always - a new gift shop in Webster, located at 38 East Main Street. Contact Lisa at lisaschlonski@gmail.com or visit their website at www.lalaofwebster.com.
Marisa's Attic - A Refurbished Furniture & More store located at 1045 Gravel Road. Contact Marisa Vaccaro at 585-281-8493 marisademarco171@gmail.com or check out their listing by.
Ron's Auto Repair, Inc. - A full-service repair station located at 2175 Empire Blvd., Webster, NY. Contact Ron or Dan Epner at 585-787-3040 ronepner@aol.com, depner3@gmail.com, bepner27@gmail.com or visit their website at www.ronsautowebster.com.
Tender Loving Family Care - a family and childcare service located at 1270 Creek Street, Webster, NY 14580. Contact Katie at 585-637-0333 kdicks@tlfccs.com or visit their website at www.tenderlovingfamilycare.com.
Webster Fit Body Boot Camp - a Fitness Club located at 1682 Empire Blvd, Webster, NY. Contact Megan Cormack at 585-371-8616 megan@websterfitbody.com or visit their website at www.websterfitbody.com.
Wireless Zone - A Verizon Premium Retailer located at 2200 Penfield Road, Penfield, NY. Contact David Wolmering at 585-330-8721 david.wolmering1@gmail.com or visit their website at www.wirelesszone.com.
Pearle Vision located at 900 Holt Rd in Webster owned by Jim and Leslie Pacer is December’s Business of the Month!
The Pacers opened their Pearle Vision on Holt Road in September 2011 with the goal of providing optical services to the community where they live. Leslie had been a licensed optician for 30 years and Jim was employed at Xerox for 30 years at that time. Starting out as a new franchise, they have grown the business every year that they have been open, achieving “Silver Spectacle” awards from Pearle Corporate in 2013 and 2015 for increases of over 20% from their previous year. Friends have become customers, and most importantly, customers have become friends. In the past few years, Pearle Vision has promoted their link to the community by branding themselves as “Your Neighborhood Eye Care Center”. That concept was emphasized by Leslie and Jim when they wrote their own business plan in 2011 and it is important to them. The Pacers’ have been a part of the Webster community since 1985; both of their children are graduates of Webster Schroeder High School and Leslie and Jim participated in the Webster Schroeder Speech and Debate Club as volunteer judges and student proctors.
Pearle Vision has supported many causes one, in particular, is the Lustgarten Foundation (Pancreatic Cancer Research) where they have donated several pairs of sunglasses, and other products for their silent auctions and sponsor a table for their employees to attend every year. They have also supported the Association for Blind and Visually Impaired with yearly monetary donations, New Eyes for the Needy (NYC) where they have collected and sent over 450 pairs of glasses. Locally Pearle Vision helps out the Webster Lions Club collecting and sending donated eyewear and donations to Webster organizations including Webster Titans Hockey Boosters and BSA Troop 262.
Congratulations to Pearle Vision Webster, December 2018’s Business of the Month!
The Education Committee Needs Your Ideas!
The Chamber’s Education Committee needs your feedback. They are working on the schedule of Power Hour presentations for 2019 and have created a survey to gather your thoughts.
Open Enrollment for Health Insurance
Watch a cool video about Chamber Insurance Enrollment.
Are you insured for 2019? Do you need to make changes to your current plan? Are you unsure about what coverage you need for you, your family or your employees?
Give us a call or send us an email to set up an appointment.
| January 12th - Malanka - Ukrainian Cultural Center |
| January 15th - Last day to sign up for Health Insurance for a Feb 1st start date |
| January 17th - Eat Drink & Connect @ Inclusion Wellness Spa |
| January 22nd - Naloxone Training |
| January 25th - Breakfast Before Business |
| January 27th - Webster Pizza Throwdown! |
| January 31st - Last day to sign up for Health Insurance for a March 1st start date |
| February 12th - Noontime Networking @ the Chamber (Norwex/Farmers Insurance) |
Malanka (Ukrainian New Year)
Eat Drink and Connect
Naloxone Training
Naloxone Training
Registration for this free event is required. Space is limited to 30. Open to people age 16 and over.
Tuesday, January 22nd, 6:30-7:30 PM
Webster Health and Education Network is pleased to present Naloxone training at the Webster Public Library on Tuesday, January 22nd at 6:30 pm, through the Monroe County Department of Health. While our primary goal is the prevention of chemical use, we recognize that Naloxone can offer people a critical second chance for recovery.
Kuk Sool Won Special Offer
Lighthouse Energy Special Offer
Webster Pizza Throwdown!
Pet$avers Healthy Pet Superstore (1/7/2019)
Pet$avers Healthy Pet Superstore We are expanding quickly, and we are hiring for all stores! We're looking for great people! Do you or someone you know have what it takes to be a part of the Pet$aver Team? We are a hard-working bunch of people who have one thing in common: We love pets, and we love helping others do what’s best for their pets! To work at Pet$aver, you must be a people-person: customer service is our number one priority. We provide a great starting wage plus bonus, health insurance options, a retirement plan, and extensive training on pet products and generous employee discounts! We’re always accepting applications, so if you feel like you’d be a fit, please fill out and send us an application today. Please note At this time, we are only employing associates who are over the age of 18.
https://www.healthypetsuperstore.com/pages/employment
Fairport Savings Bank (12/19/2018)
Fairport Savings Bank Would you like to work for a local bank? Do you take pride in helping others? Fairport Savings Bank may be the right fit for you! The Penfield Branch has an opening for a full-time Customer Service Representative. https://www.fairportsavingsbank.com/About-Us/Careers
Sports PT of NY (11/19/2018)
Sports PT of NY is seeking Rock Star Physical Therapists and Medical Receptionists in Western and Central NY. http://www.sptny.com/Careers/JobListings.aspx
CDS Life Transitions (added 10/3/18)
CDS Life Transitions have a number of positions they are looking to fill: At CDS Life Transitions, it is our mission to champion our constituent organizations in providing exceptional, holistic and innovative support for the people they serve. Our visionary, integrated stewardship provides life opportunities and empowers individuals and their families to live more fulfilling and independent lives. CDS Life Transitions offers many wonderful career opportunities. Working here is a rewarding experience that will give you the satisfaction of helping people with Disabilities, Seniors, and/or Veterans in our community to pursue their personal dreams. CDSLT is currently in search of Registered Nurses, Direct Support Professionals and CDL Drivers, however, our companies are always hiring for a variety of positions. For more information and to see all current postings, visit www.cdslifetransitions.org
Date and Place: Friday, January 25th, 7:00 AM Webster Columbus Center 70 Barrett Drive, Webster, NY
Menu & Cost: Buffet breakfast — $14 members (and employees of members); $19 non-members and visitors. Click Here to email Barb if you are coming to breakfast
Door Prizes: Remember to bring business cards for the drawings. We gratefully acknowledge the generosity of the following businesses for providing many wonderful items at the November Breakfast:
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Door Prize Won By |
Door Prize Won |
Donated By |
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Dr. Steven Hill of Goshorn Chiropractic & Wellness |
$10 Wegmans Gift Card |
Penny Swingly of Beyond Cuts Salon |
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Gail Boorum of Mary Kay Cosmetics |
Notebook |
Tamera Carregan of MVP Healthcare |
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Sam Schaubroeck of Heritage Christian Stables |
Gift bag of Goodies |
Lisa Schlonski of Lala, Laugh and Love Always |
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Carolyn Montanaro of Neubert Financial Services |
Water Bottle |
Rich Marlin of Edward Jones Investments |
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Russ Herman of Pet$avers Healthy Pet Superstore |
Salt and Pepper Mill |
Rich Marlin of Edward Jones Investments |
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Jeff Maroney of Oxford Capital Mortgage |
Travel Mug w/Goodies |
Dr. Stan Drabik of Stan Drabik DDS |
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Joy House of Mission Commercial Realty |
Frisbee & 2 Remembrance Bracelets |
Jan Glende of Pets @ Peace |
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Dan Jacob from Whelpley & Paul Opticians |
Tape Measure |
Ric Thomann of Webster Interiors Home Furnishings & Design |
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Rose Gabrielle-Angell of RE/MAX Plus |
Water Bottle |
Lida Kalantari from Genesee Regional Bank |
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Janet Jones-Brower of Webster Comfort Care Home |
Mary Kay Body Lotion |
Gail Boorum of Mary Kay Cosmetics |
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Denise Baller of Dancing with Denise |
Pizza Cutter & Bottle Opener |
Sharon Heiligman of AmeriPrint |
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Chris Passero of Passero Realty |
Pizza Cutter & Bottle Opener |
Sharon Heiligman of AmeriPrint |
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Bill Koopman of William Koopman CPA |
Men’s Hair Kit |
Robyn Whittaker from Beyond Cuts Salon |
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John Adams of FranNet |
Notebook |
Rola O’Mealy & Tami Stevenson of St. Ann’s Home & Heart |
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Chris Coffey of On Cue Content |
Bottle of Wine w/holder |
Daria Reitknecht from Genesee Valley Penny Saver |
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Peter Pellittieri of Peter J. Pellittieri DMD Family & Implant Dentistry |
Snow Brush |
Rose Gabrielle-Angell of RE/MAX Plus |
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Dick Astifan of Lincoln QuickPrint |
Coffee Mug w/Goodies |
Dan Jacob from Whelpley & Paul Opticians |
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Marisa Vaccaro of Marisa’s Attic |
Phone Charger |
Jeff Maroney of Oxford Capital Mortgage |
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Laura Tumminelli of Heritage Christian Services |
Coffee Mug of Goodies |
Rola O’Mealy & Tami Stevenson of St. Ann’s Home & Heart |
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Don White of Kelly White Donofrio LLP |
Deck of Cards |
Joe Vitello of Heartland Payroll |
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Mike Shay of Steinmiller Insurance |
Cell Phone Holder |
Joe Vitello of Heartland Payroll |
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Amy Postigo of Senior Medical Care |
Complimentary Photo Session & 8x10 Photo |
Jen Semmler of Jen Semmler Photography |
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Steve Conger of Spectrum Business |
Journal |
Tamera Carregan of MVP Healthcare |
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Christin Giangreco of Howard Hanna |
Eye Glass Cleaning Kit |
Leslie Pacer from Pearle Vision |
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Emily Miles of Heathwood Assisted Living |
Eye Glass Cleaning Kit |
Leslie Pacer from Pearle Vision |
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Daria Reitknecht from Genesee Valley Penny Saver |
Pet Gift Bag |
Russ Herman from Pet$aver Healthy Pet Superstore |
Thank you very much.
Program: Mark Yaeger, Commissioner of Parks and Recreation will give an update on the Sandbar Park planning. Business Person of the Year honored!
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Breakfast Meeting Dates 7:00 am |
| 01/25/2019 |
| 02/22/2019 |
| 03/29/2019 |
| 04/26/2019 |
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