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CareWorks Comp is acutely aware that the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) is an escalating global health concern. In light of this, clients will need their support more than ever in meeting the needs of their employees. CareWorks Comp also recognizes that a widespread outbreak could place increased demands on their capacity to meet those needs. They are fully committed to maintaining all services critical to the welfare of their clients and their employees. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and in order to provide the most timely and thorough information to all of their clients, they have included both public and private employer updates in one newsletter linked below . Please note that some of this information will not apply to you if you are a public employer.

OSHA requires forklift operator training for anyone that might operate a forklift. This extends beyond your normal operators to include anyone that might simply have to start a forklift for any reason. This could include managers, truck drivers etc... OSHA also requires: "All operator training and evaluation shall be conducted by persons who have the knowledge, training, and experience to train powered industrial truck operators and evaluate their competence."

METRO Regional Transit Authority is offering free fares for all services, including line-service, SCAT, Call-A-Bus, and Northcoast Express, beginning Tuesday, March 17 until further notice. “These are challenging times for everyone,” said METRO Executive Director Dawn Distler. “By offering free fares, we hope to alleviate the financial burden so many folks are unexpectedly faced with in the communities we proudly serve. We also hope this assists with the distancing challenges our bur operators face when interacting with passengers during their trips.” METRO will continue providing service, but passengers are being encouraged to stay home if their trip is not medically or otherwise necessary. All passengers are encouraged to follow the CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of germs, including washing hands often and avoiding close physical contact.

Could Your Business Survive a Cyber Attack? 

60% of small businesses close their doors within 6 months of a data breach. Preparation and action can make all the difference in the aftermath of an attack. Our content experts will help lead your business down a proactive path and educate you on today's cyber threats. Through the lens of Technology, Law, and Finance, we will share a unique perspective that prepares you to protect and grow your business. 

Click here to RSVP for free (Breakfast included).

Predicting the Fate of Your Business

As we cover data protection & cyber security, the future of the workforce with more flexibility, and getting the best ROI from your technology, you can start to see where your business stacks up in these areas. The industry is changing and being able to adapt makes the difference between success or failure. 

Join the Forecast on April 30th and start planning the future of your company.

Replacement windows aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. In fact, a historic wood window will last many times longer than its modern replacement if maintained properly over time. Robert Brookover, craftsman and owner of the Cohee Preservation Company, will demonstrate and discuss the many facets of keeping your historic wood windows in working order for decades to come. Please remember to bring your lunch pail. Participants will learn: • A brief overview of the history, science, and philosophy of historic wood windows • Assessment of conditions and planning the restoration • All steps of restoration from removal to reinstallation • Historic preservation standards • Safety equipment and procedures • Weatherization methods Date: 

Join us for a hilarious yet realistic picture of caring for sibling groups!  Help us KEEP SIBLINGS TOGETHER (KST) in forever homes.  We will watch the film Instant Family and then have a time to learn about adopting sibling groups from the foster care system.

KIKO Company, Ohio’s leading auctioneers, realtors and asset advisors, have teamed up with Akron-based Young’s Auction Service to deliver the most professional real estate and auction services in all of northeast Ohio. Founded in 2007 by Bob Young and his wife Tina, Young’s Auction Service is the Akron area’s prominent full-service auction company specializing in real estate, antiques/collectibles, firearms and weekly consignment auctions.   Young will be a licensed auctioneer and realtor with KIKO serving the Akron Metro area, including west to Medina/Wadsworth, south to Green/Barberton and north to Hudson/Cuyahoga Falls. He will focus on residential real estate, farms & land, commercial properties and quality collectibles. Young is also a Federal Firearms Licensee, helping clients liquidate firearms safely, legally and effectively.   Young and his team will continue to operate Young’s Auction Center, a facility located in Akron, Ohio that hosts quality consignment auctions every Friday at 6:00 p.m.

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy is interested in receiving feedback from small businesses and their representatives regarding their views on trade agreements being negotiated with Japan, the European Union, and the United Kingdom, and their experience doing business in these markets. The Office of Advocacy is tasked with producing a report to Congress evaluating the economic impacts of these trade agreements in negotiations regarding small businesses, particularly in the services, manufacturing, and agriculture sectors, as well as highlighting small business priorities, opportunities, and challenges. Advocacy is conducting outreach to small businesses across the U.S. to better understand important small business concerns regarding trade with these markets and how trade agreements would impact small businesses.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, a member of the Greater Akron Chamber, has over 215,000 square feet of meeting and event space and 890 resort rooms!  They currently have some great incentives if you are looking to host a meeting, conference, event, retreat, employee getaway, etc.

The Karcher Group (TKG), a full-service marketing agency, received two awards in the 2019 American Advertising Awards, a competition conducted by the American Advertising Federation – Akron (AAF – Akron). Commonly known as the ADDYs, the event recognizes the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising. TKG received awards at the district level, which included entries from Akron, Canton and surrounding areas, and are now eligible to compete at the national level. TKG received a gold award in the category of Public Service Online/ Interactive Website for its work on StarkHelpCentral.com. Working alongside Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery (StarkMHAR), the team created a brand identity and a responsive, user-friendly web experience to resonate with Stark County teens, teachers, parents and caseworkers. TKG also won a silver award in the same category for its work on the United Way of Greater Stark County website. The Karcher Group crafted new messaging to help tell the United Way story, developed a multi-channel marketing strategy to get them noticed online and built their new website to roll out their updated digital identity.

Keynote speaker will be Bill Benjamin, international expert on Emotional Intelligence and partner at the Institute for Health and Human Potential. Bill will speak on Using Emotional Intelligence in the Healthcare Professions. We will also welcome Dr. Eric Coleman of the Care Transitions Institute back to speak about caregivers using the principles of Emotional Intelligence. Dr. Ann DiFrangia will share updates on her work with the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Alcohol and Drug Recovery Center and how emotional intelligence can be used to improve outcomes. And...Of Course... No CARE Coalition event would be complete without a signature panel discussion. Continuing education credits for LSW/LISW, RN (via reciprocity), PC/PCC, and LNHA are available.

Attend and learn how the Postal Service will improve your postal customer experience. 
 

Join Simplex-IT and the Hiram Alumni Association for an Arcade Party! Get your game face on and join the fun for a retro evening of classic video games and networking! This event is open to everyone, so that means YOU! And it's FREE! 

Akron Men’s Basketball is making their final push in the Mid-American Conference! The final five home games at The JAR are loaded with premier opponents: - This includes a prime time matchup against arch-rival Kent State on ESPN U. - It also includes a marquee game against #18 Buffalo. - As well as MAC opponents - Bowling Green, Ohio University and Miami. Limited opportunities remain for onsite displays, videoboard and media advertising. There has never been a better time to market your brand in front of university alumni, donors and students! Please reach out with any questions for what is still available in our “Final Five Promotion!” Thanks for the consideration and Go Zips!! 

Join us to learn more about the potential recession and how to prepare. This course will give you beneficial information to leverage and prepare yourself and your business in the upcoming years possible recession and trade wars. Is the 10-year cycle going to affect you and your family personally or professionally? Come to this course and gain the knowledge needed, ask questions, and network. Long-term investing is like a journey. Whether you’re traveling or investing, you want to prepare for the trip and avoid wasting time and money along the way.

This course is perfect for Sales, Customer Service, and any other non-technical personnel. You will gain a basic understanding about the rubber industry and the processes in this course. It’s a great primer to additional courses or as a stand-alone for basic knowledge of the rubber industry. 

Leave the office and eat lunch with us! You'll learn how to protect your intellectual property, the laws and what you need to do. Learn the basics of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. Business ethics and liabilities are also covered. Know what your rights are! 

Located in Lock 15 building and parking lot. No RSVP required. Complimentary event for designers, creatives and marketers who love paper! Featuring Mactac, Millcraft, Mohawk, Neenah and Verso. See and feel the latest offerings from these industry leaders! Cool giveaways and a chance to win free tickets to the American Advertising Awards on Feb. 22 at The Akron Civic Theatre. Food catered by TLC Catering, Inc.

With unemployment remaining near historic lows and 10 percent projected job growth in the accounting sector between 2016 and 2026, PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that their Akron office has added a PrideStaff Financial Division to their existing operations. 

The Karcher Group (TKG), a full-service marketing and web design agency, today announced the acquisition of Pole Position Marketing (PPM), a digital marketing agency headquartered in Uniontown, Ohio. The merger, effective Jan. 1, 2019, allows TKG to offer an unparalleled digital marketing experience, strengthening its expertise in search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising and content marketing.

Please join us at the opening of our brand new Career Tech Wing of Towpath Trail High School.  We are excited to offer certified credentials in healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and information technology. 

There will be light appetizers and beverages available.  We hope to see you there!

It's time to take a TIME OUT and support the Y-Strong program for recovery from addiction plus the Kohl Family YMCA at University Park. Friday, February 1 from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Get the info you need, plus your tickets at http://www.akronymca.org/kohlfamily/[email protected].