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MUSICAL ICON

Blossom Music Center is The 330’s most legendary enduring concert venue. Created as a summer home for the Cleveland Orchestra, it has become the site of epic entertainment. From the Michael Stanley Band’s sold-out shows to Tina Turner’s powerful performances, acclaimed photographers and musicians recount their most memorable moments.

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BLOSSOM MUSIC CENTER MARKS OUR MEMORIES.

As we focus on the history of Blossom Music Center this month, I find myself thinking about the role it has played in my life. Blossom isn’t just a venue. For a lot of us in Northeast Ohio, it’s a marker of time. You remember who you were based on who you saw there, who you went with and where you sat.

I’ve been to a lot of concerts over the years, from Lollapalooza to Bob Dylan and everything in between. Some of those shows blur together now, but the feeling of being there doesn’t. Music anchors memories in a way few other things can.

When I was younger, I always went for the cheap seats. Lawn tickets were the move. It didn’t matter if it was hot, raining or somewhere in between. You brought a blanket and figured it out. There was something great about sitting out on the lawn with thousands of other people, all there for the same reason. You weren’t there for comfort. You were there for the experience.

As I’ve gotten older, my preferences have changed. These days, I’m much more likely to sit in the pavilion. I appreciate having an actual seat and knowing I won’t be sliding down a wet hill halfway through the show. That probably says more about my knees than my taste in music, but I’m OK with that. The music hits the same — just with a little less effort.

Blossom has always been one of those places that adapts to you as you move through life. You can experience it one way in your 20s and an entirely

different way years later. Both feel right. That’s part of what makes it special.

I’ve seen the Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom once, and even that single night stands out. Sitting there as the sun went down, listening to music that’s been around for centuries, reminded me how fortunate we are to have a venue like that in our backyard. It’s the kind of experience you don’t fully appreciate until you stop and think about how rare it really is.

Blossom is part of a larger story of music venues in Northeast Ohio, including some that are gone but not forgotten. Places like Cleveland Municipal Stadium and Richfield Coliseum shaped my childhood and teenage years. Those weren’t just buildings. They were where memories were made, where you saw your first big concert and where the crowd felt massive.

Looking back, those concerts helped shape who I am more than I probably realized at the time. They were nights out with friends, first shows, last-minute ticket buys and long drives home afterward. They were moments when life paused for a few hours and everything narrowed down to the music in front of you.

Blossom has been part of that story for generations now. It has evolved, but it hasn’t lost what makes it special. As we look at its history in this issue, I’m reminded that places like Blossom don’t just host concerts. They become part of our lives.

FESTIVE NIGHT

Kick off the year of the horse with the Downtown Akron Lunar New Year Celebration Feb. 28 at the Akron Civic Theatre. Take in 13 amazing performances, including returning acts like Kwan Lion Dance, martial artist Master Gao, Blooming Flower Hmong Dance Team and LingYun Rising Star Gymnastics Dance School and Stellar Acrobatic Dance Academy. New acts this year include Five Lakes Chinese Music Ensemble and Soaring Grace Dance Group. Enjoy bites from Red Bean Bakes, food from Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant, boba tea from Liquid Lab & Studio and more. Browse vendor wares, such as RottenBoi’s anime-inspired crocheted plushies and WabiSabiByMai’s Japanese calligraphy. Plus, partake in year of the horse crafts led by the Akron Children’s Museum and panda and lion dancer photo ops. $6.25 online, $5 Civic box office tickets, 182 S. Main St., Akron, downtownakron.com

DARLING TREATS

Gift your sweetie milk chocolate-drizzled caramel popcorn, rainbow milk chocolate nonpareils or nut brittle this Valentine’s Day from the relocated and renamed Rosenberg’s Candies. Originally opened as Popped! in Kent in 2012, Rosenberg’s moved to a historic building in Ravenna and still offers its signature candies, chocolates and popcorn. The team uses Ohiogrown, non-GMO popcorn, butter from Hartzler Family Dairy in Wooster, locally roasted nuts and honey from its backyard. Look out for cordial cherries, fudge, creams and candy-making classes in the future. In the meantime, treat your sweetheart to toffee, marshmallows, truffles and kettle corn. 232 W. Main St., Ravenna, 330-6781893, shoppopped.com

GOOD ENERGY

Surrounded by plants, glowing salt lamps and beautiful crystals, sip a dirty chai in the new Harvest Moon Cafe — amid positive energy and good vibes. Co-owners Krista Gorzelanczyk and Allyson Gaydemski opened this cafe and coffee shop in November after combining their two businesses, Gaydemski’s The Ohio Grazing Co. and Gorzelanczyk’s Stone & Sage crystal shop, giving the cafe a unique appeal. Try the Ally misto drip coffee with steamed milk, brown sugar syrup and cinnamon powder. For something more refreshing, opt for a strawberry vanilla dirty soda with Sprite, strawberry syrup and half and half. Nosh on New York-style bagels loaded with cream cheese. Afterward, shop for charmed items, such as candles, crystals, salt lamps, jewelry and more. 4183 W. Streetsboro Road, Richfield, 440-429-7785, harvestmoon-cafe.com

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BLOSSOM MUSIC CENTER MEANS SUMMER IN NORTHEAST OHIO.

There is a certain excitement about going to a concert at Blossom Music Center. The walk from the parking lot is long, but to me, it just builds anticipation. Seeing all the fans dressed up and rushing to the show is fun. By the time you’ve completed your trek and gotten through the security and ticket gates, you’ve earned an ice-cold drink and a chance to lounge on a blanket on the lawn.

I try to go to Blossom at least once every summer — Blossom is summer to me. Swaying in the open air and singing your favorite tunes along with 19,000-some people is electric. I love to stop, look up at the stars and just soak in the majesty of such a rich summer moment.

On pg. 16, this issue shares the history of Blossom and its creation as the summer home of the Cleveland Orchestra. We cover the on-site Porthouse Theatre and the epic history of rock concerts through the lenses of acclaimed photographers such as Janet Macoska and the perspective of iconic musicians such as Joe Vitale of Crosby, Stills & Nash. It’s The 330’s most legendary enduring music venue. Its concerts are an unparalleled experience.

My first time seeing the orchestra play at Blossom was in 2023 for “Jurassic Park” in concert with my husband, Tony. I was excited to have a picnic at Blossom for the first time. I packed cheeses, crackers, veggies, dip, chicken and wine. It was so cinematic to see “Jurassic Park” on the big screen and hear its iconic score being played. In 2024, we saw “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” in concert. It was breathtaking. Not only did the orchestra play the magnificent score, but the chorus sang along in Elvish — elevating the experience even more. Plus, tons of people dressed up, adding to the enjoyment.

“It’s a fun atmosphere … seeing people bring elaborate picnics, parking out on the lawn or coming in to hear a concert in the pavilion. All of that created a really memorable experience,” says Cleveland Orchestra second clarinet Robert Woolfrey. “It’s the feeling that it was an event and not just a concert.”

The 2024 John Legend orchestra concert was memorable because, after a few outstanding songs together, we had to evacuate the concert area due to heavy rain and a lightning storm. After sheltering

on-site, it was canceled and everyone was sent home. That ended up being a good thing because it became a flash flood that flooded nearby areas, including Merriman Valley, where Akron Life’s offices are located. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency in eight counties, including Summit. Legend came back without the orchestra — and brought some family members from his Ohio roots, which was a nice surprise. Of course, it rained again — but thankfully, only lightly.

I’ve also seen John Mayer, Sum 41, Goo Goo Dolls, Train, Jason Mraz, Jonas Brothers, Maroon 5 and more. The Weezer concert was so memorable because the crowd, filled with kids and families, was so lively, passing around beach balls. It’s such a breezy, carefree environment. The Backstreet Boys were incredible, and I nearly lost my voice because I sang so much. I’m a ‘90s kid at heart. I love that there’s plenty of space to dance!

What are your favorite Blossom memories? I hope this issue sparks nostalgia and makes us thankful for having such a treasured venue in The 330.

“None of us really know what we look like inside,” 2024, mixed-media drawing, 22-by-30 inches, provided by Kent State University

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Through 3/7 “None of us really know what we look like inside”

Kent State School of Art Collections and Galleries present this exhibition from artist Corrie Slawson. These works take the form of mixed-media paintings, drawings and prints that explore an imagination of the interior of the body. KSU Downtown Gallery, 141 E. Main St., Kent. Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. kent.edu/galleries

50th Anniversary Season!

Thursday February 19,2026 12pm

Quaker Station, 135 South Broadway St., Akron

Guest Presenter:

Brian Windhorst

Senior NBA Writer, ESPN

Presentation Title:

There’s Always Time: Lessons learned after two decades immersed in the NBA

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For more information, and to register visit akronroundtable.org or call 330.247.8682

Through 2/15 “Alfred McMoore: All This Luck in My Head”

See the work and reflect on the life of inspired Akron artist Alfred McMoore. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, McMoore used art to connect with the world and express himself. He drew some of his works in pencil, on scrolls of paper that were 5 feet high and up to 50 feet long. Akron Art Museum, Karl and Bertl Arnstein Galleries, 1 S. High St., Akron. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Adult general admission $12, seniors $10, students $8, children free. Adults with Ohio EBT card $3. Free for all on Thursdays. akronartmuseum.org

Through 2/16 Winterblast

Head to Lock 3 park to take part in winter festivities with Winterblast! Ride ice bikes, take a spin in an ice bumper car or strap on ice skates. Lock 3 park, 200 S. Main St., Akron. downtownakron.com

Through 5/10 “A Meeting of Cultures: Fashioning North Africa”

This exhibit is the first of its kind in the world to focus specifically on contemporary fashion designers and influencers in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and Egypt. It broadens the scope of scholarship on fashion history. Kent State University Museum, 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent. TuesdaySaturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday noon-4 p.m. Free, students, staff & all on Sundays, otherwise general admission $10. kent.edu/museum

Through 6/28 “LeRoy Neiman: A Keen Observer of Style”

Highlighting his early fashion illustration work, this exhibit on LeRoy Neiman showcases his lesser-known work as a fashion illustrator and explores its influence on his lifelong interest in capturing the clothing, gesture and style of subjects. See 85 illustrations, many on public view for the first time. Kent State University Museum, 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent. Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday noon-4 p.m. Free, students, staff & all on Sundays, otherwise general admission $10. kent.edu/museum

Freaking the %#$@ out?

Through 6/30 “A Gift in Ink”

See a selection of prints donated to the Kent State University School of Art Collection by the New York Print Club. Library, Michener Gallery, 1125 Risman Drive, Kent. kent.edu/galleries

Through 8/23 “Sparkle: The Style and Jewelry of Aileen Mehle”

Browse the dresses and jewelry of widely syndicated society columnist Aileen Mehle at this exhibit. Designers she wore included Oscar de la Renta, Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Tiffany & Co. and more. Kent State University Museum, 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent. Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday noon-4 p.m. Free, students, staff & all on Sundays, otherwise general admission $10. kent.edu/museum

2/2 Groundhog Day with Stark Parks

Dress warmly to visit the outdoor animal enclosures and celebrate Groundhog Day with live animal viewing, woodchuck history, facts, games and crafts. Sippo Lake Park, Conservation Center, 800 Genoa Ave. NW, Massillon. 5-7 p.m. Free. starkparks.com

2/6 Kent State School of Art Friday Lecture: Audrey An Artist Audrey An shares insights into her analog and digitally produced ceramic sculptures. Shaped by shifting modes of digital-analog production, Korean American identity and systems of translation and mistranslation, these artworks function as personal and cultural archives. Center for Visual Arts, 325 Terrace Drive, Kent. Noon-1 p.m. kent.edu/artscollege

2/7 Global Games: Wine & Food Pairing Event

Inspired by the Winter Olympics, this tasting experience takes you around the world with flavor. Sample countryinspired small bites, paired with Gervasi Vineyard wine pours, at this fun event. Upon arrival, guests receive a logo stemmed wine glass and a Gervasi passport. Complete your passport to earn 20 percent off all purchases in the Marketplace. Gervasi Vineyard, the Villa Grande, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. Entry between 5:307:30 p.m. Continue the night at the Still House Ultra Lounge, 9 p.m.-midnight. $49. gervasivineyard.com

2/7 Science Saturday: Harry Potter Day

Wizards in training can gather at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum to create a wand, cast spells, craft potions and learn to care for magical creatures. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free with museum admission. mckinleymuseum.org

2/7 & 4/18 Animal Art Family Adventure

Collaborate with one of the Akron Zoo’s animal ambassadors to create a painting you can take home! Paint the background of a canvas that the animal artist paints on, learn about how painting is a form of enrichment for animals and meet other animal ambassadors as well. Watch an animal artist create a masterpiece with this unique event. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 1-3 p.m. Akron Zoo member painter $55, member observer $25, Non-member painter $65, nonmember observer $35. akronzoo.org

2/7 Gospel Meets Symphony

The Akron Symphony Orchestra and the powerful voices of the Gospel Meets Symphony Choir combine for a one-of-a-kind musical experience. For over three decades, this event has inspired listeners with its combination of soulful gospel and the sound of a full orchestra. E.J. Thomas Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron. 7:30 p.m. akronsymphony.org

2/8 Make & Take Nature Valentines

Drop in to make nature-themed valentines, which you can then take home and distribute to friends and loved ones. Following the crafting, sip hot chocolate in front of a crackling fireplace and learn how animals show their affection for one another. Liberty Park, 9999 Liberty Road, Twinsburg. Noon-3 p.m. summitmetroparks.org

2/11 & 2/13 Galentine’s Day

Share the love this Galentine’s Day with your friends at Gervasi Vineyard. Enjoy small bites and signature cocktails. Plus, don’t miss a permanent jewelry experience and on-site sparkling silk hair thread installment. Snap a pic at a photo op to finish your night out. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6 p.m. $49. gervasivineyard.com

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 7:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 7:30 p.m.

Superstar Soprano Bringing Voice of Nature

Be immersed in the majesty of nature when Renée Fleming — the world’s most famous soprano — brings her legendary voice to the stage of E.J. Thomas Hall for Tuesday Musical’s Akron Concert Series on April 21.

In Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene, Fleming will perform a set against the stunning visuals of original films created for her by National Geographic. With an eclectic mix of natureinspired songs — such as arias by Handel and Puccini, music from The Lord of the Rings and Carousel and contemporary hits by Björk and Kevin Puts — her

breathtaking program will celebrate the beauty of nature while also raising awareness about the urgent need to protect it.

Tickets are $19-$69 and available at 330-761-3460 and tuesdaymusical.org.

2/12 Chocolates in the Cave

Indulge in chocolate-inspired desserts, sip wine and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of the Cave at this Valentine’s-adjacent event. Enjoy an antipasti-style dessert display with handcrafted desserts, as well as a tasting flight of three 2-ounce pours of Gervasi Vineyard’s signature wines. Gervasi Vineyard, the Cave, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6-8 p.m. $44. gervasivineyard.com

2/13 Beyond the Summit: Gorge Dam Removal

As part of this speaker series, which features environmental professionals discussing topics related to water in Northeast Ohio, hear a talk from a guest from Summit Metro Parks’ conservation department discuss the Gorge Dam removal and Akron’s watershed health. Summit Lake Nature Center, 411 Ira Ave., Akron. 6:30-8 p.m. summitmetroparks.org

2/14 Chocolate & Wine Pairing

Mark Valentine’s Day with pairings of handcrafted chocolates and Gervasi wines at this romantic event. Four small bites get paired with four pours of wine — a black forest cake shooter paired with Velluto, white chocolate cheesecake paired with Moscato, a Nutella brownie paired with Zin Zin and an espresso chocolate mousse shooter paired with Abbraccio. Gervasi Vineyard, the Villa Grande Ballroom, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 1 p.m. $34. gervasivineyard.com

2/16 President’s Day

Celebrate President’s Day with a visit to the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum. Enjoy presidential activity sheets, a tour of the new exhibition “The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston and the American Presidency” and planetarium shows. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $17 adults, $16 seniors, $15 kids 3-18, 2 & under free. mckinleymuseum.org

2/19 Soup at Six: Collections Research: Adventures with Antiques

A clock gifted to President William McKinley just months before his assassination. A ladies’ pocket made from scraps. A small wooden box covered in fur on hide. Learn more about these objects, from the museum collection, as discussed in this program featuring collection manager Kait Bergert. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 6 p.m. $25. Register by Feb. 12. mckinleymuseum.org

2/20-3/1 Kent State School of Theatre and Dance Presents “Something Rotten!”

Directed by Terri Kent, this musical follows the story of brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom. Set in the 1590s, the production sees the brothers trying to get out from under the shadow of “The Bard” by writing the world’s first musical. Center for the Performing Arts, E. Turner Stump Theatre, 1325 Theatre Drive, Kent. kent.edu/theatredance

2/21 Black Bear Ramble

Hike through the winter woods and look for signs of Ohio’s largest mammal — the black bear. Kids are welcome to bring their favorite teddy bears for the hike. Afterward, taste milk and cookies. Liberty Park, nature center, 9999 Liberty Road, Twinsburg. 1-2:30 p.m. summitmetroparks.org

2/26 Black History Event: Camp Delaware Film Screening

Join Dr. Tameka Ellington, curator of Black History, and her guests Mark and Francine Butler for a screening of “Camp Delaware.” This playturned-film depicts the story of Black Union Army soldiers preparing for a battle during the Civil War. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 6-8 p.m. $25, register by 2/20, includes film and refreshments. mckinleymuseum.org

Musical Icon

Blossom Music Center is The 330’s most legendary enduring concert venue. Created as a summer home for the Cleveland Orchestra, it has become the site of epic entertainment. From the Michael Stanley Band’s sold-out shows to Tina Turner’s powerful performances, acclaimed photographers and musicians recount their most memorable moments.

by Cameron Gorman and Kelly Petryszyn

At Home

THE CREATION OF BLOSSOM MUSIC CENTER GAVE THE CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA A SUMMER HOME AND NORTHEAST OHIO A STORIED VENUE.

As early as 1923, Cleveland Orchestra founder Adella Prentiss Hughes called for a summer season to help give musicians the pay they deserved. Debuted in 1918, the orchestra was regarded as a leading U.S. orchestra — but lacked a full summer season and a summer home like others in its ranks.

Upon his arrival in 1946, music director George Szell continued the call. In spring 1964, the Musical Arts Association Board of Trustees began a serious study of a summer home — and voted to move forward on getting one. Trustee

Carl Osborne noted the orchestra had “outgrown its winter season at Severance” and that it should “enlarge its usefulness.” The orchestra general manager visited five summer festival sites: Chicago, Denver, Aspen, Tanglewood and Marlboro. By the end of the year, the board hired site engineering firm William Gould & Associates to conduct a site search. Over the next two years, over 80 Northeast Ohio sites were inspected.

Andria Hoy, Cleveland Orchestra archivist: We never really had a formal summer season until the ‘40s and the ‘50s. When we played downtown [Cleveland], we had a summer pop series that merged into the ‘60s. Musicians didn't have a way to make a living in the summer. The orchestra was not full time. It was considered October through May.

The fourth music director George Szell really wanted the musicians to have full-time employment, like the New York Philharmonic and Chicago Symphony [Orchestra]. … He really admired the idea of having something outdoors, very much like Tanglewood or Ravinia.

When they hired Gould, that was really to Let's figure out: What do we need, and Where should we look? And they looked everywhere — West Side, East Side, South. … The biggest restriction was we didn't want to be too close to a major highway because of the noise, and we also had to be out of the flight of the airports.

In spring 1966, the board accepted the recommendation of Gould & Associates to pursue the purchase of a site near Peninsula. The site put the orchestra close to crowds from Cleveland, Akron, Toledo, Pittsburgh and Columbus. The board purchased an amended 521 acres for $470,000 in fall 1966. By the late ‘70s, additional land was acquired and brought the acreage to 800. In 1966, the board hired Schafer, Flynn & Van Dijk as the architecture firm — with Peter van

Dijk as the chief architect. Instead of interior columns, which might obstruct views or distort sound, the design would use a web of tubular steel pipe trusses anchored into concrete. The large width of the stage and angle of the side walls would allow for unobstructed views.

In 1966, the board announced that the summer home was going to be named in honor of the Blossom family.

Dudley S. Blossom Sr. and his wife, Elizabeth Bingham Blossom, contributed to the orchestra’s early days and getting Severance Hall built. Dudley S. Blossom Jr. and his wife, Emily Blossom, also supported the orchestra. The Blossom family gave $1.3 million toward the $8.3 million Blossom Music Center. At the July 2, 1967, groundbreaking, Elizabeth and her youngest granddaughter, Betsy, dug the first shovels of dirt. Emily declared, “There is music in our hearts today. There’ll be music in the air a year from now.”

Despite doubt, she was correct.

Hoy: We hired Peter van Dijk to come up with a concept for the pavilion. He worked with Christopher Jaffe on the acoustics. … Jaffe and he were drawing on cocktail napkins. They had looked at, What did Tanglewood look like? What did other outdoor amphitheaters look like? And they had a real vision of this bowl with a pavilion at the bottom, so the people on the lawn were on a slope, so they could see. What if we can somehow build something where there's no bad sight line? The pavilion is held up on these humongous trusses that really don't block very many sight lines. … It's got that fan shape to it, which really allows people to see, and that shape also acoustically is really good. It kind of spreads the sound out to the lawn as well. We do have speakers on the lawn.

With great fanfare, Blossom opened July 19, 1968, with Szell conducting the orchestra in “The Star-Spangled Banner” and Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony and the Consecration of the House Overture. The concert was telecast live on WKYC and broadcast on the radio. Szell, Emily and the MAA board president made opening remarks. “I feel that I am not speaking for myself only, but for every member of this distinguished orchestra, if I offer all these personalities, the expression of our high admiration and deep gratitude,” Szell said. Two days earlier, Ohio Gov. James Rhodes attended a private ceremony at Blossom. One critic called it “an oasis of music and beauty,” and another remarked that it could “blend the richness of nature with the richness of classical sounds.”

Hoy: There was a lot of big excitement. The roads were not all paved, and neither was the parking lot. The pavilion was done and the grass on the lawn, but they weren’t quite

finished when it opened. But I don’t think people really cared. It was a big enough deal — completely sold out.

In 1969, the Blossom Festival Band debuted under the famed baton of The Music Man composer Meredith Wilson. It’s now an annual tradition to have local festival band musicians play special Fourth of July weekend shows at Blossom. Leonard B. Smith began leading the festival band in 1972 and Loras John Schissel took over in 1998. Recently, Michelle Rakers has conducted. The Blossom Festival Chorus, an audition-based volunteer ensemble, debuted in August 1968. In 1968, ballet debuted at Blossom, with New York City Ballet as the first. Since then, acclaimed ballet companies have performed, including the Joffrey Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and Martha Graham Dance Company. Operas and operettas also debuted at Blossom, starting with Gianni Schicchi in 1969.

Hoy: The first fully staged opera performance at Blossom was the Magic Flute [in ‘85], and it was a huge production. … We’ve done operettas and things in concert at Blossom prior to that. … Then we did The Merry Widow in ’86. … Everything after that has only been either partially staged or in concert.

Roger Daltrey came and did the opera that the Who wrote, Tommy. … That was amazing. I went to that show. That was the first time we had ever done a rock opera with its creator. It was really cool to have him there with the orchestra — a member of the Who. That was in 2018.

Robert Woolfrey, second clarinet, who has been with the Cleveland Orchestra since 2008: He’s [Daltrey’s] a high-energy performer. He had so much presence. … You feel the energy of the audience. Blossom was filled with so many patrons. It was a gorgeous night. The lawn was packed, and the pavilion was packed. Watching a master entertainer like Mr. Daltrey perform was absolutely spectacular.

Blossom has welcomed renowned guests, including Duke Ellington conducting in 1969 and Leonard Bernstein conducting in 1970. Big Bird even conducted some family concerts in 1983 and 1984. Recent guest artists include Jon Batiste, Cynthia Erivo and more.

Hoy: When a guest conductor conducts with the Cleveland Orchestra for the first time, it’s often at Blossom. … Yuja Wang,

the pianist, comes to mind. She first played with the orchestra at Blossom, and now she’s here very regularly at Severance either on the recital series or with the orchestra.

We typically do some Broadway singer every year. We had Audra McDonald a couple years ago. She was amazing.

Woolfrey: Yo-Yo Ma has come to Blossom — what an incredible musical ambassador. … Yuja Wang … hearing her play was absolutely stunning.

Laufey was pretty incredible. … To hear them sing and hear the audience’s reaction and how they kind of brought everybody together that night was pretty special.

In 2001, the MAA announced the Blossom Redevelopment Project to renovate Blossom. The fundraising campaign was for $17 million. Improvements included the pavilion sound system, a stage extension, waterline work, lighting, seating, restrooms, erosion and drainage repair, the pavilion roof, ADA compliance, plazas, signage, landscaping and parking lots. The renovated Blossom opened for the orchestra’s season in July 2003, with music director Franz Welser-Möst conducting the July 5 gala reopening concert and primarily from then on.

Hoy: The most visible thing we did was the roof to the pavilion. It went from a shingle to a slate roof. We believe it is [one of the] largest slate roofs in the United States. … It’s beautiful. It’s a huge improvement I think over the brown roofing tiles that we had.

We regraded inside the pavilion. We regraded the whole floor for accessibility, and it allowed us to put in more seats, so the pavilion grew inside. It grew to 5,700, and the lawn shrank. … We redid pathways along the sides and at the top. We regraded everything and redid all the walking paths. The lawn went to … about 13,500. That is the

He [Welser-Möst] has done some pretty big works out there, like Beethoven Nine, some major Bruckner symphonies out there. He does not shy away from the big, heavy works just because it's summer.

Woolfrey: I remember, very early on, a really electric Beethoven Fifth Symphony within my first few weeks there. It was pretty special. That was with our music director [Welser-Möst].

It’s about freedom. It’s about going from darkness into light. … The synergy amongst the musicians to be able to come together and play, but then also this triumphant ending through struggle and all of that — that’s a really memorable concert.

There’s been some Dvořák symphonies. Dvořák — so much of his music can be rustic sounding and inspired by folk tunes. I think it’s the perfect atmosphere for that — his Eighth Symphony and his Ninth Symphony.

When the orchestra bought the land, it was surrounded by land that became the Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area in 1974 and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park in 2000. In 2011, the CVNP, MAA and Trust for Public Land completed a land sale to conserve 578 undeveloped acres of land at Blossom for $9.24 million, leaving the remaining 222 acres for Blossom Music Center. It’s one of the only amphitheaters in a national park.

Hoy: It protects all the land around Blossom. We ended up not ever developing some of the ideas that were originally thought of. There’s a partnership with Kent State University for the Kent/Blossom Festival. But we never built dorms and all this stuff at Blossom to make a music school in the summer.

We had more land than we needed, so it made sense to us for that land to go to the national park because it will remain protected. Nobody can develop it. We do not want houses, boats and airplanes. We want the area around Blossom to stay quiet.

Cinema came to Blossom in the 2010s with the orchestra’s movie concerts, which have since included “Jurassic Park,” “The Lion King” and series such as Star Wars and Harry Potter. Some movies, such as The Lord of the Rings series, featured special performances — such as the Blossom Festival Chorus singing songs in Elvish.

Hoy: A way a lot of kids hear the orchestra for the first time is at Blossom for a movie. Then, of course, they’re encouraged to come back to Severance during the year for some education programming or family programming. It’s a real opportunity to get families out, get an introduction to the orchestra.

Two years ago, Disney had a brand-new film out to celebrate their 100th year of animation, and we were the debut orchestra that summer. We

Blossom and seeing people dressed up in characters — the enthusiasm that people bring … for those type of shows — those are some standouts.

Some of the Harry Potter stuff is technically challenging to play or Star Wars. ... [It’s] super rewarding when you’re syncing those with the movies and lining up things perfectly.

Since Blossom’s inception, the orchestra has played over 1,000 performances there, and it has hosted over 10 million guests at Blossom. Having a summer home has made a tremendous impact on what The New York Times dubs America’s finest orchestra. One member of the press called Blossom a “challenger to Tanglewood,” the revered summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra has flourished at the venue for over five decades and continues to do so, with 2026’s Blossom season featuring Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets in concert July 11 and 12 and more.

Hoy: We love the fact that it’s closer to Akron. We get some of our Summit County admirers to see the orchestra. … Really bringing new audiences to the orchestra is the biggest impact.

Woolfrey: The orchestra is so fortunate to have Blossom and have the audience at Blossom and be able to create this experience. There are very few places in the country that have this kind of outdoor venue.

A pre-concert thing I do sometimes is go for a walk out and around. It’s really nice seeing families there or friends there. My wife is a musician with the orchestra as well, Tanya Ell, and we’ve been able to bring our kids there and have a picnic and then we’ll go and play a concert. The acoustics are fun to play in. It’s fun just being there and seeing people together and enjoying music.

We feed off people enjoying their

Seeing Stars

PORTHOUSE THEATRE HAS BEEN STAGING OPEN-AIR PERFORMANCES FOR OVER FIVE DECADES.

Elizabethan-style roaming players doing pop-up performances made Cleveland Orchestra concert intermissions lively at Blossom Music Center in 1969. This band of performers laid the foundation for Porthouse Theatre. Starting in 1968 during Blossom’s debut season, the orchestra’s Musical Arts Association partnered with Kent State University to create Porthouse. While Porthouse’s venue was being built in 1970, the theater held its first full-length season under a large striped tent in the parking lot. In 1971, its thrust-style, 480-plus-seat theater opened, mounting “Girl Crazy,” “The Time of Your Life” and more.

While you could see dance performances, plays and operas at Porthouse in its early years, it transitioned its schedule to three musicals a season in 2012 under Terri Kent, who took over in 2000 and is now the Roe Green Musical Theatre and Porthouse Artistic Director in honor of a $1 million gift from Green.

The first Porthouse show Kent attended was a Wild West version of “The Taming of the Shrew” under director Alan Benson. “I thought that it was beautiful that it was surrounded by the Cuyahoga Valley National Park,” Kent recalls. Benson became her mentor when she was a young actor, and Kent did her first Porthouse show, “Man of La Mancha,” in 1983. “I felt like I hit the big time,” she reminisces. This summer, see “Grease” “Side Show in Concert’ and “Lerner and Loewe’s Brigadoon” — all directed by Kent.

Porthouse has full professional status, and all Kent State Bachelor of Fine Arts theater students must have a professional acting experience at Porthouse. Alumni have scored distinguished roles, including Alice Ripley, who won the best actress Tony Award for “Next to Normal,” Jeff Richmond, who is the composer of the “Mean Girls” musical and is married to Tina Fey, John de Lancie, who was on “Days of Our Lives” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and more.

The theater is undergoing exciting renovations, including getting a new roof and backstage upgrades. The stage is being renamed as the Joan and Rocco DiLillo Stage, in honor of their $1 million gift. Porthouse has staged more than 3,000 performances of over 175 works since its inception. Each year, more than 20,000 patrons enjoy a Porthouse show. Kent envisions Porthouse becoming a destination for theater for those in Ohio and beyond.

“We have drawn stronger and stronger students to Kent State,” she says. “They are leaving Kent State University and landing major roles in national tours, regional theaters, Broadway, cruise ships — the entire industry.” //KP

Mike Petrello

Mike Petrello was a fan casually taking photos at a 1974 Genesis concert at the Allen Theater when one frame caught his eye. It pictured original lead singer Peter Gabriel in makeup and a silver suit, beside his guitarist and bassist, Mike Rutherford, playing a double-neck guitar as a smoke bomb went off.

“It had all the elements that you would want in a photo. It’s very theatrical and dramatic,” says Petrello, an Auburn resident who runs Mike Petrello Photography. “I thought, an art form I think I might be interested in pursuing.”

He worked at record stores, so he got connections for concert tickets and started shooting. From 1974 to 1983, he attended over 200 concerts, photographed over 100 bands and amassed a catalog of over 15,000 concert photos featuring over 50 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees. See 400 of those photographs in his Rock Shots book, available on Amazon, eBay and Petrello’s website.

In the ‘70s and ‘80s, it was challenging to shoot film concert images in low light. But Petrello worked at a camera store, took photography classes, upgraded his camera equipment and developed photos in his home darkroom to sharpen his craft.

The first Blossom Music Center concert he photographed was Linda Ronstadt, for her “Simple Dreams” tour in 1977. Petrello shares his stories of photographing the iconic venue, including some documenting the record-setting sold-out Michael Stanley Band shows in 1982.

“I didn’t realize how emotional you get at concerts. It’s hard to separate the emotion you feel at a live concert, the volume and everything that’s going on onstage, and then at the same time, trying to hold your camera steady and take a nice photo.

Through my different connections, I was able to get seats in the first several rows. That’s really where you want to be.

I shot … Moody Blues in ’81, and I had some really good seats there. I’ve seen them there three times. … Band members Justin Hayward, John Lodge, are some of my favorite guys.

I love the one of John Lodge. … He’s got curly hair, and the light is highlighting him from behind. If you look closely, he’s winking.

That shot was between songs. They had the lights up a little bit. Any time you get bright white lights, you gotta shoot. It was one of those nice moments when the band was just relaxing.

[Stanley] he’s the man in Northeast Ohio. His energy is almost Springsteen-ish. People that haven’t seen him really missed out on something special.

I got that shot of Michael looking right in the camera. You can’t say enough about that band. … The energy for the Michael Stanley Band concerts, there’s very few bands that put it out like him. … If somebody is doing a solo, everybody [would] be up on their feet like they were watching the Rolling Stones or something.

Just having that kind of venue is special. …

It’s kind of like a festival concert, people mingling around, drinking and talking.

It’s out in the country. … It relaxes you as you’re entering the place.

It’s unique. We’re lucky to have it.”

— as told to Kelly Petryszyn mikepetrellophotography.com

Tommy Dobeck, Michael Gismondi & Marc Lee Shannon

In August 1982, the Michael Stanley Band — a homegrown Northeast Ohio group turned nationally charting treasure — sold out four nights at Blossom Music Center, setting an unbroken attendance record of 74,404.

“Those four sold-out nights ... were special because that was probably the height of the band’s popularity, and the crowds couldn’t have been better. You couldn’t ask for more,” says MSB drummer Tommy Dobeck. “It was nuts, though. Backstage, everyone had friends, and the guest lists were intense.”

Coming home was special. And Michael?

“He was in heaven. It was perfect,” says Dobeck. “They were coming to hear his songs. These are the things Michael wrote. … We were doing mostly his tunes, and people were buying them. He sold it onstage. He was a great performer.”

So great, in fact, that Dobeck remembers many fans — perhaps overcome by the sheer ecstasy of the music and moment — trying to jump onstage.

“There was a lot of women running onstage, and Michael got clipped a couple times,” he says. “That happened a bunch. There’s a nice thing to living in the back row. ... It’s like a movie you’re watching.”

Michael Gismondi, who played bass in MSB from 1979 to 1987, recalls the sold-out shows as “a big deal.”

“Blossom was definitely … one of my favorite venues,” Gismondi says. “It was the perfect place to play in the middle of the summer, from my perspective, point of view, onstage at Blossom, when you look out into the crowd, you see this vast left-to-right panorama. … It was pretty awe-inspiring. And the crowds were very enthusiastic.”

Akron musician Marc Lee Shannon, who was in the later band Michael Stanley & The Resonators, played with the late local legend for 25 years starting in 1995 — but never got to play Blossom with him.

Backstage at a Stanley tribute show, talking to Michael Belkin Jr., Shannon confessed that he’d never had the opportunity to fulfill his dream.

“I got to play some incredible stages with Michael. I mean, we played 60,000, 50,000. … But I never got to play Blossom. I think he made note of that,”

Shannon says of Belkin Jr. “One summer day, I got a call, and he said, Hey, do you wanna open for Sammy Hagar and George Thorogood? I said, You’re kidding me.”

In June 2022, Shannon finally had the opportunity to play at Blossom.

“It was a dream come true for me,” Shannon says. “There’s a resonance on that stage. And when you’re singing on that stage, you hear a resonance on the inside of it. … It is super unique, and I will never, ever forget what it felt like to sing on that stage.”

Growing up in Northeast Ohio made the opportunity much more symbolic for Shannon.

“Everybody who was anybody played at Blossom Music Center,” he reminisces. “It was a thrill, and when I walked off, to be honest with you, it was a lifelong dream, and I had to … find a corner because I was moved. It was something I waited for my whole life.”

Janet Macoska

PHOTOGRAPHER

Janet Macoska was 12 years old when she snapped her first celebrity photograph.

“I was always on the phone to the disc jockeys at the stations. … They were next to my heroes, the musicians, but they were also my heroes. I offered to come down and help them answer fan mail,” Macoska says. “I ran a fan club for one of the disc jockeys. His name was … Big Jack Armstrong, from WKYC radio.”

Running the fan club gave Macoska access to the radio station, where celebrity musicians stopped by to be interviewed before playing in the Cleveland area. Big Jack had a TV show in the station’s building — and had Sonny & Cher on before their concert at Cleveland’s Music Hall in 1966.

Always with her camera, Macoska was there. She took a few photos — and got an autograph.

Her first in print, Macoska’s photo ran in Teen Screen magazine’s fan photo section for $2 in 1967 — and kicked off a lifetime of passionate photography. Now, almost 60 years later, her career has led her to photograph names such as Slash, Blondie, Bruce Springsteen, Alice Cooper and Aretha Franklin.

“There’s always a fan inside of me. That’s the reason that I do what I do, is because I love this music,” Macoska says. “I stood in front of Paul McCartney and David Bowie and heroes like that, and photographed photos of them and keep it fairly cool … because I switch into the photographer mode.”

Find her photos in the book All Access Cleveland: The Rock and Roll Photography of Janet Macoska. She is also the subject of a new documentary from Cleveland filmmakers, currently seeking sponsorship. Her photographs are in the collections of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, the Akron Art Museum, the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., the National Portrait Gallery in London — where her photo of McCartney hung next to an Annie Leibovitz portrait of John Lennon — and more.

“It’s beyond pinching yourself. It’s knowing that somehow you got into this upper tier of photographers, and that you accomplished something way beyond I’d ever thought I would accomplish,” she says of the McCartney photo. “The 12-year-old self could never have conceived that that would have happened.”

The accomplished photographer shot Blossom Music Center, including famed acts such as Elton John, Barry Manilow, the Go-Go’s, Whitney Houston, Duran Duran and more. She shares her memories — and how those moments impacted her.

“Linda Ronstadt would have been one that I would have shot simply because she’s just one of the most amazing voices ever in a singer. She just has such range, and she’s got a lot of class. I had seen her do her more rock and roll

kind of music …. but the one that she did at Blossom, she had a whole orchestra. … I got great photos.

The Dolly Parton and Emmylou [Harris] show … both, even in ’78, they were icons by that time. … Emmylou, I knew her music — she hung with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. She was in that crowd with Jackson Browne. … She’s just a wonderful voice and a wonderful person to photograph. … And then there’s Dolly Parton, who is unlike anyone else you will ever see on the planet Earth. … Had the big wigs or hairdos — just big as you can be. She showed off talents, like she played banjo, she played guitar — she pretty much ruled the stage.

He [Michael Stanley] had trouble not selling out — I mean, he sold out everything. … Those three days at Blossom [in 1981] were just a revolution — a revolution for himself and the band and also for those fans. … Since I was running around shooting everything, the energy was palpable, and it just felt like a big love fest. I mean, I watched fans bring flowers and hold up banners, and I think several ran onstage and tried to tackle him. That’s the mark of a good concert — when you have the fans trying to jump onstage. Bon Jovi — July 16, 1985 — opened for Ratt. … But Bon Jovi was who everybody was interested in. … The audience was already on board. … This was an area that was very fertile and open to new artists once they adopted you. … Bon Jovi

benefited by the fact that they were all the things that Cleveland/Akron people loved.

One of my favorite photos is a shot I did of Angus Young, the guitar player in AC/DC. … The problem with Angus is he’s a head thrasher. … In film, you can only stop action at a certain speed, and he was faster than any film that there was. … Besides getting a fast film that allows me to slow down action, I thought, What else is going to help me? Well, a lot of light. … I needed him to be in a place where he’s getting hit by a front spot and a back spot. ... What the back spot did was freeze all of his action, including his hair, including the sweat that was … popping off his head. … It worked out tremendously. I loved that picture, still love that picture. And so did AC/DC, they used it on an album.

I don’t think I had seen Tina Turner up to that time. … She went onstage … if you were sitting in the amphitheater part, the pavilion, her energy could blow you out into the grass somewhere, because she just took no prisoners. I’ve never seen, I believe, such a dynamic female performer. … She was a veteran of performing and knew how to grab

an audience. It’s her voice. It’s her dancing. … Her visage, her face — she just is mesmerizing. And you look at her and you say, This woman has attitude, and this woman has power.

Tom Petty is a guy that it’s just in his blood to be a great rocker, and he was. … He was well-liked by everybody. His music is something that so many people could enjoy. It didn’t hold its own corner in the world — it welcomed in a lot of people. I was a thousand, million percent committed to doing what I did in my career. … I’m also privileged that I had doors open that let me photograph musical heroes as well — and to preserve that image for all time.” — as told to Cameron Gorman janetmacoska.com

Joe Vitale & Joe Vitale Jr. MUSICIANS

In 1987, Canton native drummer, multi-instrumentalist and percussionist Joe Vitale was on tour with Crosby, Stills & Nash, playing at Blossom Music Center.

On that day, the band tried something different. They asked Vitale’s son, Joe Vitale Jr., to play tambourine on “Teach Your Children.”

“Being the ham that I’ve always been, I was like, Yeah, absolutely, I’d love to do that. And so, they gave me the tambourine,” Vitale Jr. says. “I wasn’t even miked up, but I was terrified I was gonna throw the band off if I got off on time.”

Still, Vitale Jr. — now the frontman of Akron-based band Ravenwood — walked out onstage.

“There was about 19,000 people screaming … and I thought it was the coolest thing ever. And that’s right when I decided that I wanted to do music professionally and started taking drum lessons a couple years later,” he says. “That particular day at Blossom really changed my entire trajectory of my life, and Blossom has always held a very special place in my heart because

Years later, in 1996, during the Crosby, Stills & Nash and Chicago tour, Vitale Jr. — at that point, playing drums and in high school — would have the opportunity of a lifetime.

“I really love the CSN song ‘Woodstock.’ It was originally written by Joni Mitchell, then CSN did their version of it.

It’s this really high-powered, nice, high-energy rock song that they do. And I really wanted to play on it,” he says.

As the song came up on the set list, closing out the concert, Vitale Jr. watched from the wooden slats on the side of the

“Dad … points at me with his drumsticks and points at the drum kit. And I’m like, Seriously? He’s like, Yeah. So I ran out, hopped on the kit, and there’s actually an audio recording of this … you can hear my dad going, be alright,” Vitale Jr. reminisces. “My dad put his entire career on the line to have me do that. … It came out really, really great.”

From Vitale’s perspective, the move wasn’t so risky.

“I listened to him play it at home, right? And he nailed it. He killed it,” Vitale says. “I would have never done that had I not had complete confidence that he would have nailed it. He really did well. … Stephen ended up laughing and said, Boy, you got me. But he said, He did good. The young boy did good.”

Vitale played Blossom through 2017, when he took the stage with Joe Walsh and Bad Company. He has many memories of playing the venue, including a riot almost starting in 1973 when Joe Walsh & Barnstorm couldn’t perform an encore. That concert was the first time he played Blossom. He couldn’t believe how scenic the venue was.

“It’s out in a beautiful, foresty kind of area, and also, on a technical level, the sound on that stage is excellent,” Vitale says. “It was designed for the … Cleveland Orchestra. And so, sonically and acoustically, it’s perfect.”

But the thing he remembers most about Blossom is its audience.

“They rock and roll here,” he says. “I’ve played everywhere in the world, I think, by now, and it’s one of those places — top five for me. … It’s a spectacular view, and you can see everybody, you can hear well, and you always get a great audience. The people in Ohio really, really love music, and it’s always a great audience at Blossom.”//CG

Anastasia Pantsios

PHOTOGRAPHER

Anastasia Pantsios’ dad had a darkroom — and when a friend made yearbook editor in college, Pantsios volunteered to take photos. That summer, she learned to use a camera and develop her own film.

Later, while obtaining her graduate degree at Case Western Reserve University, she started photographing for The Observer — and began to receive promotional concert tickets.

“I got to see bands like Led Zeppelin, the Who, Little Richard, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Black Sabbath,” Pantsios says. “I could just take my camera and walk up to the stage and start taking pictures.”

She began writing and photographing for some small alternative papers — then, in the mid ‘70s, landed a column at The Plain Dealer, also selling concert images to magazines.

“Eventually I got an agent in New York and started getting a lot of pictures in bigger publications, such as Rolling Stone,” she recalls.

Pantsios released a book, Girls to the Front: 40 Years of Women in Rock, in 2017. Its contents are based on those of an exhibit of that included her work at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. She shares her memories of photographing — and attending — concerts at Blossom Music Center.

“I remember the first time I went to Blossom. … Blood, Sweat & Tears played there. … It was kind of a famous concert, too, because it supposedly … was the worst traffic jam they’ve ever had. … But you’re paying for that isolated beauty there.

Once the new wave years started, there were a lot of great people. I remember the Eurythmics. That was another show that was just oh, my God. Annie Lennox — totally amazing performer.

A lot of the more mainstream bands really surprised you with good shows. Journey was a fabulous live band, and I’ve got a great picture I love of Steve Perry of Journey wearing a Cleveland T-shirt. … I love the composition of it, because he’s just looking up, and you can see the lights to one side of him.

It was great seeing the Pretenders there, because Chrissie Hynde, this local Akron girl … she never played locally. She didn’t really start making music till she moved to London. ... She came back here, and the first show she ever played in Cleveland was a sold-out show at the Agora. … And then within two years, she’s headlining at Blossom. Very memorable were the Michael Stanley shows, particularly the

summer of [‘82], when he played four sold-out shows at Blossom. … That energy was just off the charts. It’s a little hard for people to believe now that a local band was that huge.

Linkin Park is still one of my favorite bands. … I have a lot of photos from that era too. … There’s one of Chester Bennington, where he’s just pointing at the crowd, and he’s got this interesting projected backdrop behind him.

Tom Petty was another one. … He was one of the few artists who we were able to shoot the whole show. So, I got some amazing, amazing pictures of him, because I had the opportunity to take my time and just go for the best.

That was social capital back then — to say that you were at one of these big concerts. It was an experience that you shared with people, and I think that the photos were one more way of sharing it. … You would see the photos that were in publications, and say, I was there. I saw that happen.” — as told to Cameron Gorman instagram.com/ajpanastasia

{ by Cameron Gorman, photos by Erin Gulling }

Life Force

QIGONG BENEFITS THOSE OF ALL ABILITIES.

In her weekly class teaching Qigong — a Chinese healing art and science that works with our energy, or Qi, to benefit the body, mind and spirit — certified instructor Nancy Gardner often helps participants warm up by practicing an “S” pattern.

“We take a deep breath in, raise our hands above our heads, then with palms out, body swaying left and right, we create an ‘S’ pattern,” Gardner explains of her Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center class.

Participants sway from the top of their head through different energy centers on the body — the third eye (between the eyes), throat, chest, solar plexus, lower dantian (below the navel), hui yin (at the base of the pelvic floor), knees and feet. After the last sweeping movement, the arms come back to the sides as the Qi settles down.

“What we’re doing is reorganizing the Qi field. My Qigong master suggests doing this twice. The first time we’re reorganizing our own personal energy — meaning clear your head to be more present and release any unwanted or excessive energy,” says Gardner, who also teaches Tai Chi. “The second time we imagine ourselves as big as the space we’re in and go through the nine points again to reorganize the energy in the room.”

In this way, the relaxing, swaying movement of the body is tied to the balancing of energy — in the body, mind and surrounding space.

“Qi means our life force energy, the vital energy that animates all living things,” Gardner explains. “Gong means work or practice or cultivation. So literally, Qigong is energy cultivation.”

Qigong can be divided into three basic types: exercise Qigong, meditative Qigong and medical Qigong — which takes the form of self-care or treatment administered by a Qigong practitioner.

“Exercise Qigong is more active, dynamic and most popular. Actually, Tai Chi is a form of exercise Qigong combined with martial arts. With exercise Qigong, externally, the body is moving, while internally the mind is quiet, peaceful and at rest,” Gardner says. “Meditative Qigong is the flip side of that coin, where externally the body is still, while internally the mind is active.”

With its intentional, purposeful flow and mindful breathing, exercise Qigong is an ideal method of movement for older people — and people of all abilities. Plus, Qigong practices are easier to learn than lengthier Tai Chi sequences.

“It is something that most anyone can do, regardless of age or physical condition. I have students at various fitness levels. One walks with a walker. For most of the class, she’s seated and still receives benefits,” says Gardner.

According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, benefits of practicing Qigong include improved balance and fall prevention.

“We practice stances in our classes, where we consciously transfer our weight from one leg to another. When there is no weight on one leg,

the other leg gets stronger. Building leg strength is important in improving balance,” says Gardner, adding that it also helps with breath work. “In Qigong classes, we work with a variety of nose and mouth breathing techniques — chest, abdominal and reverse abdominal breathing — and incorporate them into our movement practices. Chest breathing is like a cool drink of water. Abdominal breathing engages our potential healing powers. Reverse abdominal breathing ‘massages’ our internal organs and helps them work better together.”

Conditions that could be improved by Qigong include arthritis, depression, hypertension, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s disease and more, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

“Through movement and breath work, we’re gathering our energy, cleansing it and releasing it so that it helps all of the body’s cells, which leads to improved health and enhanced vitality,” Gardner says.

Gardner notices that students are calmer following a session of Qigong. Many send testimonials of improved mood, clearer thinking and better sleeping, as well as fewer aches and pains.

“An older gentleman sent me an email after a class at one of the libraries,” Gardner recalls. “He wrote, Thanks for your inspiring teaching. Wow, I survived the hour and was still standing! With reawakened body parts, I went on to have one of the best feelgood physical days I’ve had in years.”

Qigong Class, Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center, 3486 S. Smith Road, Mondays 5:15-5:45 p.m., 330-945-5533, ngenergy.us

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AMERICAN HEART

GO RED FOR AKRON-CANTON WOMEN’S HEART HEALTH

The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement raises awareness and critical funds for women’s cardiovascular health.

By Molly Marhofer

, 2026 Akron-Canton Go Red for Women chair and community outreach director for Ron Marhofer Auto Family

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women — yet less than half of women are aware of this statistic. That is simply unacceptable.

To change the future of health for everyone everywhere, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement is uniting women to understand their risk, address clinical gaps in care and fight back against their No. 1 killer.

That’s why on Friday, Feb. 6, we Go Red. Locally sponsored by Ron Marhofer Auto Family, wear Red Day is about raising awareness to help women recognize their risk, speak up and take proactive steps to support their hearts.

It’s also why, on Thursday, Feb. 12, at House Three Thirty, we are empowering women at the Akron-Canton Go Red for Women experience — to learn about their heart health and to support lifesaving research, education and advocacy.

Did you know that nearly half of women ages 20 and older are living with some form of cardiovascular disease? Women also experience unique life stages, like pregnancy and menopause, that can affect their risk. Yet, women continue to be underrepresented in cardiovascular research. They are also less likely to receive bystander CPR.

So, we Go Red. To meet the health needs of women now, and at every age, every stage and every season of their lives. Through Go Red for Women, we’re investing in research and solutions designed for women’s unique health needs. Women deserve support for their wellbeing at every age and stage of life.

The people and organizations you see on this page are helping us do just that.

Women are not waiting. Women are not slowing down. Through Go Red for Women, women are taking action to live longer and healthier. Let’s Go Red.

REGISTER FOR THE HEART WALK TODAY

ASSOCIATION

as of 12/15/2026

WOMEN OF IMPACT NOMINEES

Katelyn Amendolara-Russo

Dr. Brianna French

Lauren Oktavec

Viki Stoops

TEEN OF IMPACT NOMINEES

Bridget Borehardt

Hend Egzait

Rehaan Khan

Hudson Moser

Sushmitha Venkatesan

Julia Winchell

Katie Zook

Shortly after giving birth to twins, Green’s Jennifer Petraitis started experiencing chest pain. Only four days postpartum, Jen’s husband found her unresponsive and purple on the floor of their home. Thankfully, he immediately started CPR, which saved Jen’s life.

Once at the hospital, Dr. Grace Ayafor, president of the American Heart Association’s Board of Directors, recognized Jen’s condition as a SCAD heart attack. Thanks to immediate CPR and medical treatment, Jen is now alive and well, working as a nurse and watching her four kids grow up.

Sara Bender

Theresa Carter

John & Teresa Graham

Holly Hogston

Laura Kish

Jennifer Knight

Molly Marhofer

Natalie Mowry

Sherry Neubert

Anne Pauley

Beth (Buffy) Phillips

Rajini Poth

Colleen Titus

Marlene Toot

Dr. Brianna French

DID YOU KNOW: Women are less likely to receive bystander CPR than men. Women are also 23% less likely to survive sudden cardiac arrest than men. The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement is working to change these statistics — so all women are able to live their longest, healthiest lives.

HOT SPOT

AT BEWARE OF THE LEOPARD, UNIQUE DRINKS AND SURPRISING SNACKS SET THE STAGE FOR A NIGHT ON THE TOWN.

Order the caviar treatment at Beware of the Leopard, and prepare for a taste of the sophisticated and familiar — all in one bite. European sturgeon caviar is served with Lawson’s onion chip dip — as well as thin, crispy Pringles — for the indulgent dish ($100), served at the lower-level cocktail bar and eatery in downtown Kent.

“Potato chips are perfect. The shape of the Pringle is gonna be perfect every time,” says co-owner Dave Wies. “They usually serve it with crème fraiche and minced pickled red onion, which if you put it together, is just French onion dip to me.”

This combination of highbrow details and casual flair is evident throughout the Leopard. Cheeky, colorful stickers adorn rich wooden elements, and cozy red booths allow for intimate games of Connect 4. Local art covers the walls, while string lights and greenery complete the look of the spot that Wies describes as “serious and silly.”

Opened in March 2025, the Leopard is refreshing its food and drink menus and is working on a menu inspired by fortune-telling. Look for 12 new drinks starting Feb. 15 — as well as events with fortune tellers.

Elevated yet approachable, its cocktail menu is extensive enough to please both newcomers and connoisseurs — and includes a fun “Group Activities” section with shots, a tiki bowl and more.

“There’s going to be people who want a classic cocktail, and they can get that here,” says co-owner Derek Salustro. “There’s people that want something on the lighter side, or a little weird … kind of cocktail.”

Newbies might enjoy the on-draft Sierra Myst ($8), an elevated version of a vodka soda made with Watershed Distillery vodka, Noble Cut Distillery limoncello, lemon, lime and sugar. More seasoned drinkers might opt for the Mole, Mole, Mole ($11).

BEWARE OF THE

LEOPARD

“We start making that with a mole paste, and we combine that into some simple syrup, so we end up with a kind of sweet and slightly spicy mole syrup,” Wies says, adding that the syrup is combined with tequila, mezcal, lemon juice and egg white. It’s shaken to produce a thick egg white foam. “We top it with a little bit of chocolate bitters.”

Also try the playfully-named Your Mom ($11), made with Watershed vodka, clarified tomato essence, pickle brine, house-made olive brine, lemon and dry vermouth, and the Express This ($11-$35), an espresso martini made with Bent Tree Coffee cold brew and Watershed vodka that can be ordered in a coffee pot for four drinkers. The Banana Stand ($11) is made with banana pudding dark rum, Benedictine, banana syrup, lemon and walnut bitters and vanilla oat foam. It’s crowned by a vanilla wafer cookie.

“We also roast bananas in house, and we make an oleo out of it,” says Salustro. “You’ll take equal parts in weight of the banana peel and the pulp with sugar, and you let the sugar draw out all the oils and flavor from the banana. … Once you’ve filtered it, you are left with a pure, natural, banana syrup.”

Pair your drink with something to nosh on — options include snacks such as fancy meat and cheese ($23) and housemade crab dip ($7). The Leopard recently added meals like a noodle dish with glass noodles, roasted green onion sauce, pork belly, Napa cabbage and shiitake mushrooms ($19), house-made meatloaf ($15) and pork belly sliders ($14), among other hearty bites. Come on Mondays to sample handmade dumplings from a regular Fifth Flavor pop-up.

With food options like a Big Kid Lunchable ($7) and drinks such as an old-fashioned made with Dr. Pepper simple syrup ($11), the Leopard bounces from high to low — and carves out a niche in between.

“We are doing something different than everybody else in town is doing,” Wies says. “We’re going to be moving to more menus this year, and heavy on themes, more whimsy, a little more excess. … We’re always trying to push our guests a little bit too.”

176 E. Main St., Unit B, Kent, 330-593-5003, bewareoftheleopardkent.com

BBB® TRUST GUIDE

Serving Ashland, Medina, Portage, Richland, Summit and Wayne Counties

LEAD Lead with Trust

Shannon

L.

A message from our President &

Dear Accredited Businesses and Friends,

As we close out another year, I am proud to reflect on the progress and growth of BBB Akron. Thanks to the trust of our Accredited Businesses and community members, our BBB continues to expand its impact and strengthen the marketplace across our six-county region.

In 2025, a growing number of businesses chose to align with BBB’s Standards for Trust, joining a network that prioritizes integrity, transparency and accountability. Additionally, we’ve seen increased engagement from consumers seeking guidance in making confident marketplace decisions. Our team expanded the ways we support both consumers and business owners across our service area, which strengthened our connections we are so fortunate to make.

Beyond accreditation, we’ve deepened our ties in the community— whether through educational programs to help families avoid scams, events that bring neighbors and businesses together, or resources that empower people to make informed choices. Every conversation, every workshop and every partnership has reinforced what makes our region so special: people who truly care about one another. BBB Akron is committed to being a resource in building stronger, more trusted communities.

As we look to the future, our team remains dedicated to advancing our mission; fostering an ethical marketplace where buyers and sellers can trust each other. We are grateful for your continued support and belief in the work we do together. We are committed to building connections, fostering trust and supporting the growth of local businesses that are the heartbeat of the community.

Our region is stronger when trust is at the center of the marketplace, and we are proud to see so many local businesses and organizations step forward to lead with integrity. On behalf of the entire team, thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to serving you in 2026!

Forward Together,

Shannon L. Siegferth President & CEO

CEO

2026 Board of Directors

Executive Committee

Rochelle Sibbio, Chair

Habitat for Humanity of Summit County

Sue Myers, Vice Chair

Huntington Bank

Sabrina Johnson, Board Secretary

KDCO Home Improvement

Joe McNeill, Board Treasurer

Westfield Bank

Michelle Jones, Executive Committee

Signet Jewelers

Board Members

Bryan Clapper

Summit Racing

Chip Billow

The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Dave Flanagan

Cascade Auto Group, Ltd.

James Fein

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Jim Leone

Akron Monument & Granite Company

John Danes

Kent Elastomer Products

Katie Carver Reed

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

Lisa McGraw

LMAC Photography

Mike Foraker

Jennings Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric

Pamela Harris

ASW Global

Scott Reisberg

Akron Blind Center

Steven Ash

University of Akron

Legal Counsel

Timothy Truby

Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP

BBB is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who offer a wide range of business and community experience. These volunteer directors are elected to three-year terms and are responsible for ensuring the organization remains in compliance with the operating standards set forth by the BBB system.

BBB Accredited Businesses

BBB Accredited Businesses are an essential part of our mission to advance marketplace trust. These businesses adhere to BBB’s 8 Standards for Trust and prioritize ethical business practices. When you want to hire a business, always look for the BBB Seal.

Accredited Businesses must maintain their accreditation for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for a listing in the BBB Trust Guide. Businesses are organized alphabetically by type of business.

Consumers can use the County Key to find Accredited Businesses located in their community.

If a business has two or more locations, their website is listed for consumers to find a location near them. This list is accurate as of 12/1/2025.

ABSTRACTERS

• Athena Research Inc (330) 704-0581

ACCOUNTANT

• Stratus Financial Corp. (330) 723-5006

ACCOUNTING

• AW Financials (330) 256-9042

ADOPTION AGENCIES

• Building Blocks Adoption Service, Inc. (330) 725-5521

ADULT DAY CARE

• House of Agape (234) 466-7662

• Next to Kin Supportive Services LLC (330) 510-7847

• Teammates Center LLC (234) 571-5876

ADULT FAMILY HOMES

• Country Elegance, LLC (330) 325-7816

• Pleasant Pointe Assisted Living (330) 848-5028

ADVERTISING AGENCIES

• Artists Inc. (330) 322-5472

ADVERTISING SPECIALTIES

• Auto Dealer Designs, Inc. (800) 736-8776

• Standout Stickers (330) 721-1300

ANTENNAS

• Terra Comp Technology (330) 745-8912

APARTMENTS

• Aspen Management USA LLC. (419) 281-3367

• Bella Dora Management, Inc. (330) 836-0411

• TDT Properties, LLC (234) 327-4677

APPLIANCE INSTALLATION

• Ebel’s Installations, Inc. (330) 405-9820

ART DEALERS

• Don Drumm Studios, Inc. (330) 253-6268

• Zeber-Martell Studio (330) 253-3808

ARTISTS

• Ratcliff Artistic Enterprises (330) 564-5185

ASBESTOS REMOVAL

• HEPA Environmental Services, Inc. (330) 818-0188

ASBESTOS TESTING

• Diamond Testing, Inc. (330) 256-5133

ASPHALT

• Cardinal Asphalt Company (330) 928-7325

• Larsco Construction (234) 706-6070

• Mid-Ohio Asphalt and Concrete, Inc. (330) 467-1378

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES

• Clear Gold Audio & Lighting (330) 835-9910

AUDIOLOGIST

• Modern Hearing Solutions (330) 334-4545

AUTO ACCESSORIES

• Custom Trim of America (330) 253-6893

• Vehicle Accessory Specialists (216) 314-4676

AUTO BODY REPAIR AND PAINTING

• Akron Auto Painting and Collision Inc. (330) 535-1200

• Bakers Collision Repair Specialists, Inc. (419) 524-1350

• Bob’s Paint & Body Shop (330) 733-1333

• Brown Street Autocraft, LLC (330) 724-6953

• Highland Auto Body & Collision Co. (330) 468-2050

• Hudson Collision Center, Inc. (330) 650-0077

• Knapp’s Collision (330) 678-5585

• Lintz Collision & Refinish (330) 297-1800

• Manchester Body Company, Inc. (330) 882-6437

• Marksman Auto Body (330) 225-5560

• Northfield Collision Center, Inc (330) 467-3555

• Penney’s Auto Body, Inc. (330) 297-5791

• Quality Body Shop (330) 376-5121

• Sabetti Body Shop (330) 678-3443

• Shaw Body (330) 923-3519

• Tallmadge Collision Center (330) 630-2188

• Tom Clarke, Inc. (330) 745-9096

• Village Auto Body, Inc. (330) 659-3991

AUTO DETAILING

• Pure Royalty Automotive Detailing, LLC (330) 245-6034

AUTO FINANCING

• World Financial Services Inc. (330) 848-8029

AUTO INSPECTION STATIONS

• Envirotest Corp. (800) 227-8378

AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS

• Robert Sparrow Residential (419) 204-4118

AIR CONDITIONING REPAIR

• Swain Services LLC (330) 801-6186

ALUMINUM PRODUCTS

• R & T Fence Co., Inc. (330) 626-5170

ANIMAL REMOVAL

• A Plus Wildlife Control LLC (330) 529-9786

• Smith Wildlife Services (330) 256-0856

ANIMAL TRAPPING

• GAR Trapping LLC (330) 221-6565

• JH’s Nuisance Trapping and Wildlife Control (330) 858-2219

ANSWERING SERVICE

• Business Medical Services Bureau, Inc. (330) 434-1922

Ashland County

• Procoat Limited (330) 466-0113

ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT

• Community Reserve Specialists (234) 900-5501

ASSOCIATIONS

• AAF-Akron (330) 990-9426

• Home Builders Association serving Portage & Summit Counties (330) 869-6800

• Subcontractors Association of Northeast Ohio, Inc. (330) 762-9951

• Turkeyfoot Sportsman Club, Inc. (330) 644-6116

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT

• Audio Technica US (330) 686-2600

• Dove Audio Visual (844) 436-8328

• Protech Projection Systems, Inc. (330) 220-9990

• Video Products, Inc. (330) 562-2622

Medina County

Portage County

AUTO REPAIRS

• A-1 Auto Clinic, LLC. (330) 296-8342

• Akron Auto Clinic LLC (330) 434-9740

• Akron Auto Parts, Inc. (330) 535-7186

• Auto Correct LLC (234) 808-4316

• Auto Tech (330) 684-1400

• Beer’s Automotive Services and Repair (419) 347-1354

• Bob’s Car Care Center, Inc. (330) 626-1949

• Boyce Auto Repair (330) 467-7675

• Buttons Auto Center (419) 522-8811

• Christopher’s Car Care, Inc. (330) 630-9920

• Cole’s Garage, LLC. (330) 724-2121

• Cunningham Auto Repair Services, Inc. (330) 825-2579

• CW Automotive (330) 464-8249

• Frank May Garage, Inc. (330) 784-0491

Richland County

Summit County

Wayne County

70+ Milestones

TIRE MANUFACTURERS

• Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (330) 796-2121 100 years

JEWELRY STORES

• Shulans Fairlawn Jewelers (330) 836-8477 84 years

FUNERAL HOMES

• The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory (330) 867-4141 80 years

• Gearheart’s Garage & 4x4 Off Road (419) 989-0906

• George’s Alignment (419) 846-3065

• Idol Automotive, Inc (330) 948-2984

• Innovative Auto Care (330) 245-0865

• Jim’s Automotive (330) 753-5756

• Joe’s Auto (330) 688-3611

• Jud’s Best Discount Muffler & Brake, Inc. (330) 225-4000

• Ken’s Auto Service Center, Inc. (330) 733-4328

• Kinney’s Automotive Service, Inc. (330) 724-1269

• KOS Auto Works, Inc. (330) 724-0791

• Kovach Car Care (330) 963-5839

• Magic Wrench Automotive LLC (330) 606-2104

• Matt’s Auto Repair (419) 368-4384

• Midas Auto Service Experts Multiple locations. Visit midas.com to find a location near you.

• Mike’s Muffler Center (330) 825-7375

• Millennium Transmission & Auto Care (330) 773-1998

• Nate’s Automotive LLC (330) 635-3305

• Northfield Tire Pros (330) 467-9001

• Paradise Car Care, Inc. (330) 839-8805

• Plevris Auto Service, Inc. (330) 666-5715

• Proffitt’s Auto Service (330) 419-8403

• Prosser’s Automotive, LLC (419) 526-6688

• R.C. Automotive, Inc. (330) 633-3140

• Rad Air Complete Car Care (330) 725-3040

• Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Centers (330) 926-9820

• Rad Air Complete Car Care of Montrose (330) 668-1111

• Red Beard Automotive LLC (330) 882-5097

• Sharon Automotive (330) 239-4900

• Steve’s Auto Service (330) 940-3557

• The Alinement Shop (330) 633-4696

• Tony’s Auto Works, LLC (330) 659-9612

• Wadsworth Auto Care LLC (330) 334-1373

• Wheatley Automotive (330) 659-2022

• Williams Automotive LLC (330) 983-9421

• Zehners Service Center Inc. (330) 784-1041

• Zito’s Marine and Autocare (330) 237-2910

AUTOMATION CONSULTANTS

• Automated American Solutions, LLC (330) 242-7268

BAKER

• Gardner Pie Company (330) 245-2030

• The Bake Shop in Ghent, Inc. (330) 666-3347

BAKING EQUIPMENT

• Probake, INC. (330) 425-4427

BANK

• Hometown Bank (330) 673-9827

• Huntington National Bank Multiple locations. Visit huntington.com to find a location near you.

• Westfield Bank (800) 368-8930

BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEY

• Chris G Manos Attorney at Law (330) 745-4477

• Graham & Associates Law Offices, LLC (330) 253-6264

BANQUET FACILITIES

• Todaro’s Party Center (330) 929-3377

BARBER SCHOOL

• Akron Barber College, Inc. (330) 644-9114

BARTENDING SERVICES

• Ozzie’s Bartending Services, Inc. (330) 836-2306

These businesses are celebrating 70+ years of BBB Accreditation.

LAWYERS

• Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP (330) 434-3000 77 years

NEW CAR DEALERS

• Marhofer Chevrolet, Inc. (330) 688-6644 73 years

LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS

• R. B. Stout, Inc. (330) 666-8811 71 years

BASEBALL CLUB

CHEMICALS

• Akrochem Corporation (800) 321-2260 70 years

COFFEE ROASTING AND HANDLING EQUIPMENT

• Pearl Coffee Company (330) 253-7184 70 years

PLATING

• Akron Plating Company LLC (330) 773-6878 70 years

• Akron RubberDucks Baseball Club (330) 253-5151

BASEMENT FINISHING

• Beautiful Basements LTD. (330) 814-3283

BASEMENT REMODELING

• Yardman’s Home Services (440) 735-1800

BASEMENT WATERPROOFING

• Basement Masters (330) 701-0960

• Ohio Basement Authority Multiple locations. Visit ohiobasementsystems.com to find a location near you.

• Precision Waterproofing, LLC (216) 469-4636

• Summit Basement Company, LLC (330) 217-2246

• USA Waterproofing, Inc. (330) 425-2440

BATHROOM DESIGN

• Creative Bath Systems (330) 467-2227

• Home & Kitchen Supply Company, Inc. (419) 526-3859

• Legacy Remodeling Team LLC (330) 459-3361

• Ohio Bath Solutions, LLC (330) 673-2124

BATHROOM REMODEL

• Baths R Us (440) 457-0101

• Do It All Plumbing, Inc. (216) 470-6377

• Magic Bath, LLC (330) 835-1099

• McShane Construction (330) 858-9781

• US Home Remodeling LLC (330) 391-1324

BEAUTY SALON

• Art of Essence Salon (330) 615-2600

• Ready, Set, Glow! (330) 812-0404

• Vaughn & Company Salon (330) 666-4661

BEAUTY SCHOOL

• Raphael’s School of Beauty & Culture, Inc. (800) 511-6405

BEEKEEPER

• Queen Right Colonies, LTD. (440) 647-2602

BEVERAGE

• Goosefoot Acres, Inc. (800) 697-4858

BLINDS

• Gotcha Covered of Hudson (330) 954-3078

BOAT DEALERS

• Boat Masters Marine, Inc. (330) 882-4568

• Ravenna Marine (330) 296-5590

• Vic’s Sports Center, Inc. (330) 673-7600

BOOK PUBLISHERS

• 48 Hr Books (800) 231-0521

BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

• J.L. Money Matters, LLC (216) 401-5050

• Skyplex Management LLC (440) 554-0025

BRAIDS

• PrettyBull Limited (216) 394-9376

BRAND DEVELOPMENT

• Each + Every (330) 940-9567

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANTS

• Lianna Development Corporation (330) 957-7145

BUILDING INSPECTOR

• Martin Building Controls LLC (440) 821-4011

BUILDING MATERIALS

• Carter Lumber (330) 673-6100

• Richland Lumber, Inc. (419) 589-7942

• Sallie’s Wholesale Supply (419) 524-7973

BURGLAR ALARM SYSTEMS

• ADT Security Services (800) 381-2210

BUSINESS COACH

• GWB Consultants LLC (419) 612-7489

BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

• Capitol 50 Consultants Inc (234) 212-3400

• Hunt Corp Industries LLC (234) 284-8033

BUTTON MANUFACTURERS

• PureButtons.com, LLC (330) 721-1600

CABINET MAKER

• Superior Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry (330) 334-2000

CABINET MANUFACTURERS

• 4-B Wood Specialties, Inc. (330) 769-2188

CABINETS

• High Point Cabinets, LLC (330) 201-0870

CABLE TVS

• Doylestown Communications Inc. (330) 658-2121

• MCTV - Wayne County (330) 345-8114

CAMPGROUNDS

• Cherokee Park Family Campground (330) 673-1964

CAR BUYING

• We Buy Any Car (234) 205-2357

CAR RACING EQUIPMENT

• Summit Racing Equipment (330) 630-0250

CAR RESTORATIONS

• Cole’s Classics, LLC (330) 329-9949

CAR SOUND SYSTEMS

• Century 2000 Electronics, Inc (330) 630-3595

CARPET AND RUG CLEANERS

• Angerstien Carpet Installation & Cleaning (330) 699-0006

• Carpet Pro Services (330) 686-5500

• Coit Cleaning and Restoration Services (330) 633-8562

• Dunn-Right Custom Carpet Cleaning, LTD. (330) 336-9795

• Josh’s Buckeye Carpet Cleaning, Inc. (330) 678-8086

• MW Carpet Cleaning Unlimited, LLC (330) 317-0478

• Special Touch Carpet Cleaners (330) 922-4780

• Stanley Steemer (330) 785-5004

CARPET AND RUGS

• Carpet Country (330) 425-9131

CATERER

• Catering By Mark DiFeo (330) 869-8787

• Diamond Event Caterers, Inc. (330) 225-1995

• Gridirne Cookery, LLC (800) 880-7675

• MD Creative Blends Culinary (419) 571-8839

• T L C Catering, Inc. (330) 607-4360

CERAMIC TILE CONTRACTORS

• Top Notch Tile, LLC (567) 241-1665

CERAMIC TILE DEALERS

• First Flooring and Tile, Inc. (330) 376-5166

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

• Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce (419) 281-4584

• Brimfield Area Chamber of Commerce (330) 673-2170

• Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce (330) 929-6756

• Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce (330) 376-5550

• Kent Area Chamber of Commerce (330) 673-9855

• Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce (330) 467-8956

• Orrville Area Chamber of Commerce (330) 682-8881

• Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development (419) 522-3211

• South Summit Chamber of Commerce (330) 745-3141

• Stow-Munroe Falls Chamber of Commerce (330) 688-1579

• Streetsboro Area Chamber of Commerce (330) 626-4769

• Tallmadge Chamber of Commerce (330) 633-5417

• Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce (330) 963-6249

• Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce (330) 262-5735

CHEMICALS

• Struktol Company of America, LLC (330) 928-5188

CHILD CARE CENTERS

• Kids At Heart Child Care & Preschool Center (330) 668-6001

• Miracle Child Daycare Center, LLC (234) 208-9132

CHILDREN DENTIST

• Gerstenmaier Pediatric Dentistry (330) 867-5688

CHIMNEY CLEANING

• Friendly Sweep Chimney Cleaning (330) 468-0837

• Sooty Mykes Chimney Cleaning and Repair (330) 388-4116

CHIMNEY REPAIR

• Chimney Professionals and Masonry LLC (330) 230-9091

• Sauers Chimney Services LLC (216) 217-0848

CHINESE FOOD

• China King Chinese Restaurant (330) 225-7911

CLASSIC CAR DEALERS

• Sabetta’s Classics (330) 930-0700

• Whitmore Motors, LLC (419) 281-4800

CLEAN UP SERVICES

• Trust Worthy, LLC (330) 808-4679

CLEANING SERVICES

• Jenns Home and Office Cleaning LLC (330) 631-4489

CLEANING SUPPLIES

• Advanced Cleaning Solutions Co. (330) 923-0751

CLOCK REPAIR

• Ebert’s Clock Service (330) 825-7414

CLOTHING

• U S Wings, Inc. (330) 655-5050

CLOTHING ALTERATIONS

• Custom Alterations by Addie, llc (330) 264-5866 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

• Hill ‘N Dale Club (330) 725-2097

• Lake Forest Country Club (330) 650-0371

COIN DEALERS

• Executive Coin Company (330) 686-1100 COLLECTIBLES

• Richfield Coin & Collectibles, Inc. (330) 659-0411 COLLECTIONS AGENCIES

• FirstCredit, Inc. (330) 864-4422

• Richland Bureau of Credits LLC (419) 522-2921

• Team Recovery, Inc. (330) 916-7030 COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

• Herzing University Akron (330) 724-1600

• Kent State University (330) 672-2444

• The University of Akron (330) 972-7111 COMMERCIAL CLEANING SERVICES

• Beneficial Building Services, Inc. (330) 848-2556

• Cleanpro Janitorial Service, LLC (330) 592-9860

• Domor Cleaning LLC (216) 816-6174

• Kaylor’s Cleaning Services LLC (419) 610-5296

• Langston’s Ultimate Cleaning Services Inc. (330) 352-7319

• Pinnacle Building Services (419) 571-4792

• PowerClean Enterprises LLC (330) 400-4483

• Spark Clean Janitorial (440) 752-6389

• Williams Family Janitorial Services LLC (330) 510-7986

• Your Cleaning Service, LLC. (330) 633-3029

COMMERCIAL CONTRACTORS

• Cardinal Group, Inc. (330) 252-0282

• The Pro-Z Group, Inc (234) 284-9312

• Weaver Commercial Contractor, Inc. (330) 264-9020

COMMERCIAL ELECTRICIAN

• AFH Electric, LLC (330) 839-3660

• ESP Services Inc (330) 802-0628

• Masters Electrical Services Corporation (330) 620-8245

COMMERCIAL INSURANCE SERVICES

• CCiS (877) 216-0542

COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS

• Dohner Landscaping (330) 814-4144

• Turfscape LLC (330) 405-7979

COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION

• Mid Ohio Refrigeration, Inc. (419) 589-4963

• R.J. Vernak Refrigeration Inc. (330) 721-0092

COMMERCIAL ROOFING

• Allied Commercial Roofing (330) 425-0767

• Innovative Roofing Solutions, Inc. (330) 256-8602

• Roof-Pro, Inc. (330) 334-3176

• TAC Construction Resources LLC (330) 573-1125

• Triple Y Roofing LLC (330) 569-8280

COMPRESSION CLOTHING

• Julius Zorn Inc. (330) 923-4999

COMPUTER DEALERS

• MAI Computing Inc. (330) 926-0840

COMPUTER REPAIR

• KGC Tech Group (330) 460-0075

COMPUTER SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS

• Pathfinder Computer Systems, Inc. (330) 928-1961

COMPUTER SYSTEM DESIGNERS

• Keystone Technology Consultants, Inc. (330) 666-6200

• Tribute, Inc. (330) 656-3006

CONCRETE

• All Concrete Services LLC (330) 441-1654

• DP Concrete Corp (330) 281-9882

CONCRETE CONTRACTORS

• A J & S Concrete, Inc. (330) 733-8012

• A. Rhinehart Construction LLC (330) 388-2340

• Adamiv Concrete Inc (216) 403-4979

• Al and Sons Concrete (330) 867-5342

• Bells Custom Concrete & Excavating (330) 807-7120

• Beverly Concrete Inc. (330) 573-2409

• C & R Quality Construction, LLC (330) 592-8551

• Creative Concrete and Stone LLC (330) 289-3885

• Giovanini Construction LLC. (234) 714-0555

• Hickory Hollow Decorative Concrete, LLC. (419) 706-3290

• Keim Concrete Contractors (330) 264-5313

• Kurtz Concrete Company, Inc. (330) 220-1773

• LES Concrete LLC (330) 977-1026

• Mason Construction and Concrete LLC (330) 696-6641

• Otto Brothers Cement Contractors, Inc. (330) 929-7664

• Premier Custom Concrete & Construction, LLC (216) 857-0519

• R.M Tuck Concrete Inc. (330) 329-3813

• Sable Asphalt & Concrete (330) 745-9585

• SAMCO-Samartano Concrete & Asphalt Services (330) 659-6607

• Spanulo Cement & Waterproofing, LLC (216) 832-6091

• The Concrete Guys of Ohio, Inc. (330) 842-9156

• Ward Concrete Construction Inc (330) 322-2514

• Yungen Construction (330) 682-5563

CONCRETE LEVELING

• R.C. Concrete Leveling (330) 434-3127

CONCRETE PRODUCTS

• Tuck Precast (330) 861-0916

CONSTRUCTION

• AK Construction (330) 714-5943

• Knight Construction (330) 761-8103

• Lewis Construction (330) 968-2100

• Titan Construction and Repair, LLC. (216) 474-0000

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

• Augere Construction Company (330) 342-4287

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

• AC Builders, LLC (330) 272-8584

• Alexander Construction Company & Concrete Construction, LLC (330) 400-9998

• Bahry & Associates Inc. (330) 882-5258

• Barnes Sklare Remodeling (330) 310-2605

• Bo Lacey Construction LLC (800) 266-9916

• Chapman Home Remodeling LLC (330) 336-1236

• CJ Builders (330) 907-7248

• Cole’s Home Solutions (330) 524-0499

• Custom Creations Construction & Remodeling,LLC (330) 701-5711

• DAVID DIDiT LLC (330) 434-9226

• E Z Acceptance Builders, Inc. (800) 969-8811

• Edwards Remodeling (330) 388-8949

• Ground Up Construction (330) 807-6070

• H & H Custom Homes, LLC (419) 994-4070

• J & M Carpentry Ltd (330) 231-0125

• JBL Roofing & Construction, Inc. (330) 677-9463

• JC Jones Corporation (330) 656-1001

• Joe & Bros. Handyman Service LLC (330) 604-1674

• John Svenson Enterprises (330) 472-7022

• Kearns Construction, Inc. (330) 957-5846

• Kendall Construction Enterprises (330) 745-3245

• Miller’s Premier Construction, LLC (330) 466-9224

• Overton Valley Construction, Inc. (407) 572-4367

• Precision Siding & Construction Company (330) 633-7232

• ProCon Exteriors, LTD (330) 641-7198

• Shrock Premier Custom Construction, LLC (419) 994-0004

• T.J. Shannon Construction, Inc. (330) 334-3686

• Ted Knight & Sons Construction (330) 606-0298

• Your Construction of Brunswick (330) 321-8283

CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIES

• Kuhlman Construction Products (330) 724-9900

CONSULTANT

• Medina County Economic Development orporation (330) 722-9215

CONSUMER FINANCE COMPANIES

• Nations Lending Corporation Multiple locations. Visit nationslending.com to find a location near you.

• OneMain Financial Multiple locations. Visit onemainfinancial.com to find a location near you.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

• American Institute of Healthcare Compliance (330) 241-5635

CONTRACTORS EQUIPMENT

• Northern Ohio Equipment Services (330) 725-9933

CONTROL SYSTEMS

• Seal Master Corporation (330) 673-8410

• Simplex Systems Inc. (440) 325-0429

CONVENTION FACILITIES

• Akron Summit Convention and Visitors Bureau (330) 374-7560

• John S. Knight Center (330) 374-8900

CONVEYORS

• Stroup & Son Ltd. (330) 628-3522

COPIERS

• Advanced Office Copier & Fax Equipment, Inc. (330) 678-4700

• Ohio Business Machines, LLC. (234) 900-5001

CORPORATE AWARDS

• Point Recognition Ltd. (330) 220-6777

COUNSELING

• Hope & Wellness, LLC (330) 391-7573

• Tranquility Holistic Health & Wellness LLC (234) 466-6274

COUNTERTOPS

• National Granite Luxuries, LLP (330) 721-1914

CPA

• Banks & Associates CPA’s, LLC (419) 525-2828

• Better Financial Solutions, LLC (330) 494-5335

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• CBIZ MHM, LLC (330) 668-6500

• Davis, Nagy & Company LLC (330) 665-9405

• Escott & Co., Certified Public Accountants (330) 673-4819

• J Ritchie CPA (330) 991-4010

• Margida and Associates Inc. (330) 926-0023

• Michael C. Davis, CPA, Inc. (330) 376-1099

• Spencer Tax Service (330) 745-8324

• True North Accounting & Tax, LLC (234) 380-6412

CRAFT SUPPLIES

• National Artcraft Co. (330) 562-3500

CRANE SERVICE

• Kehn Kranes, LLC (740) 694-3333

• Ricks Crane Service LLC (330) 618-7020

CREDIT CARD MERCHANT SERVICES

• Epic Payments, Inc. (330) 689-1744

CREDIT CARD PROCESSING SERVICES

• Bankcard Solutions, Inc. (330) 351-0446

CREDIT UNION

• BFG Federal Credit Union (330) 374-2990

• Buckeye State Credit Union (330) 253-9106

• Towpath Credit Union (330) 664-4700

CRIME SCENE CLEAN UP

• Aftermath (800) 366-9923

CULTURED MARBLE

• Chucks Cultured Marble (330) 628-6757

CUSTOM CABINETS

• ALTERKRAFT by Altered Interior Renovations (419) 566-0254

• Daso Custom Cabinetry, LLC (800) 380-9186

CUSTOM HOME BUILDER

• Prestige Builder Group, LLC (234) 380-1032

• Rockland Homes, LLC (330) 325-9500

• Schumacher Homes of Akron (330) 865-4663

CUSTOM RIMS

• TJ’s Wheel Deal LLC (888) 746-3493

DATA SYSTEMS CONSULTANTS

• Summit IT Solutions, Inc. (330) 785-9467

DECK BUILDER

• Higham Construction (440) 376-6282

• Woodland Deck Company, Inc. (888) 401-0150

DECK CLEANING

• Deck Rescue, LLC (440) 725-7141

DECORATIVE CONCRETE CONTRACTORS

• Fantastic Concrete Solutions LLC (330) 410-0012

DELIVERY SERVICE

• Haulin Hottubs, LLC (330) 472-2557

DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS

• S & S Recycling & Demolition of Mansfield, LLC (877) 407-3366

DENTAL LABORATORY

• DK Dental Laboratory, Inc. (330) 836-4233

DENTIST

• Disha Pennington, DDS (330) 668-9830

• Gentle Endodontics: Nivine Y El-Refai, BDS, DDS, MSD (330) 721-1350

• Jennifer J. Jerome DDS Inc. (330) 724-4093

• Keith A. Hoover, April A. Yanda & Associates, Inc. (330) 650-0360

• Landry Family Dentistry (330) 769-4470

• Lisa C. Elias, DMD, LLC (330) 273-7300

• Mark Grucella DDS & James D. George DDS (330) 733-7911

• The Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, Inc. (419) 756-4908

• Wooster Dental-Drs. Relle, Sherman & Associates LLC (330) 264-8623

DENTURIST

• Perma Laboratories, LLC (800) 988-9194

DERMATOLOGIST

• Fairlawn Dermatology, LLC (330) 864-9000

DESSERTS

• Essential Dipped Delights LLC (330) 459-9688

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY SERVICES

• Karing For You LLC (330) 400-9354

• The Blick Center (330) 762-5425

• Tudor Care, LLC. (440) 999-0257

DIE MAKER

• Gentzler Tool & Die (330) 896-1941

DIESEL ENGINES

• National Equipment Sales, Inc. (330) 882-3211

DIESEL REPAIR

• Xclusive Diesel Performance (567) 333-8889

DIGITAL MARKETING

• The Web Coach, LLC (419) 961-1008

DIRECT MAIL ADVERTISING

• Town Money Saver (330) 725-0226

DISABILITY LAWYERS

• Smith & Godios, Inc. (330) 762-6474

DISINFECTING SERVICES

• Disinfection Management Technology, LLC (440) 781-4741

DOG TRAINING

• Whited K-9 Services (330) 678-7587

DRAIN CLEANING

• Charlie’s Drain Service (330) 678-1252

• ClogDoc (330) 960-2564

DRAINAGE CONTRACTORS

• Remarkable Plumbing and Drain (330) 815-0776

DRAPERY AND CURTAIN FABRICS

• Glen Surplus Sales, Inc. (419) 347-1212

DRIVING SCHOOL

• Henley’s Driving School (330) 345-5698

DRY CLEANERS

• City Cleaners, Inc. (330) 864-9722

• Rapid Cleaners (330) 225-6515

• White Swan Quality Cleaners (330) 633-3363

DRY ICE

• Gehm & Sons (330) 773-6176

DRYER VENT CLEANING

• Dryer Vent Wizard of Summit County (330) 952-3845

DRYWALL CONTRACTORS

• A&W Drywall & Plaster Repair (440) 655-0180

• JS Drywall (330) 231-0161

• Superior Drywall & Texturing (330) 869-0025

DUCT CLEANING

• Clean Air America Inc. (330) 487-0306

• Productive Air Duct Cleaning (800) 818-3398

DUMPSTER SERVICES

• Bin There Dump That Akron Dumpsters (234) 274-1630

• Bin There Dump That, Northeast Ohio (330) 386-7783

• Glenn’s Hauling (330) 794-2961

• King Dumpsters (330) 587-9139

• Sharp Container Service (330) 665-3844

ELECTRIC GENERATORS

• Buckeye Power Sales (330) 425-9165

• CG3 Generators & More, LLC. (330) 714-9043

ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR

• C.P. Electric Motor Repair, Inc (330) 425-9593

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

• CNE Electrical Contractors LLC (330) 604-5602

• Mission Electric (330) 310-1061

ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE

• American Power Service Company (330) 618-5820

ELECTRICIAN

• Anything Electric LLC (330) 686-2279

• C Brelo Electric (330) 618-6669

• Cassi Electric, Inc. (330) 802-5575

• Collins Electric (330) 606-2207

• Darce Electric LLC (330) 205-4257

• Dutch Dannemiller Electric Company (330) 658-2312

• Electric Works (440) 349-4084

• Emery Electric, Inc. (330) 963-7811

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• Hackworth Electrical Contractors, Inc. (330) 345-6504

• ICR Electric, Inc. (330) 576-6106

• J.W. Didado Electric, LLC (330) 374-0070

• Kip’s Electrical Service Inc (330) 273-3566

• Lawndale Electric (330) 273-8283

• Ott Electrical Services, Inc. (330) 677-9249

• Rapid Electric, Inc. (330) 274-3267

• Speelman Electric, Inc. (330) 633-1410

• Thompson Electric, Inc. (330) 686-2300

• Titan Electric Services LLC (330) 515-1870 ELECTRONICS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Network Technologies, Inc. (330) 562-7070

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING

• Summit e-Waste Recycling Solutions (330) 800-6657

ELEVATOR INSTALLATION

• Handel & Son Elevator/Lift Co. (330) 676-1800

EMERGENCY SHELTER

• Reltex Relief Supplies, Inc (330) 477-8130

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS

• OneDigital Medina (330) 725-0501

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES

• Structure Personnel, Inc. (330) 335-7227

EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK

• Alpha Background Investigations, LLC (330) 336-5509

ENDODONTICS

• David J. Harris, DDS., MSD (330) 688-3800

ENERGY CONSERVATION PRODUCTS

• USIlluminations, LLC (330) 676-0425

ENERGY MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

• Buckeye Energy Brokers, Inc. (330) 730-4338

ENERGY SERVICE COMPANY

• Energy Harbor, LLC (972) 868-4847

ENTERTAINMENT

• Unda Ground Wrestling, LLC (330) 701-6515

EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION

• OMNI Systems Group (330) 659-4021

ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEYS

• David C. Perduk Co., L.P.A. (330) 688-1072

ESTATE SALES

• SUNSHINE Estate Sales (330) 434-2509

EXCAVATING CONTRACTORS

• Advance Excavating Company (330) 425-7154

• Albrecht Trucking Company, Inc. (330) 725-5161

• Chemical & Mechanical Contractors, Inc. (330) 861-0916

• Collins Excavating and Construction LLC (330) 607-2640

• Fike Developing and Excavating, Inc (330) 467-7547

• Marshall Excavating Corp. (330) 461-0682

• Olivo Excavating Company (330) 351-5370

• R. Cooley Ent. (330) 554-5849

• RW Robinson, Inc. (419) 886-4755

• Sword Excavating (330) 347-3951

EYELASH EXTENSIONS

• Deka Lash (330) 238-8087

FAMILY LAWYERS

• Joel D. Reed Attorney at Law (330) 256-0133

FARM EQUIPMENT

• Sterling Farm Equipment, Inc. (330) 939-2561

FARMERS MARKET

• County Line Produce Auction LTD (419) 853-0123

• Fresh Local Produce of Ohio, LLC (330) 807-1711

FEED DEALERS

• Gerber Feed Service Inc. (330) 857-4421

• L E Sommer Kidron, Inc. (330) 857-2031

FENCE CONTRACTORS

• Acme Fence (330) 784-0456

• Akron Canton Commercial and Residential Fencing LLC (330) 605-2047

• Austin Deck & Fence (330) 435-6163

• Avery Enterprise (330) 686-2055

• Fence Enterprises, Inc. (330) 630-8448

• Kustom Fence Co, Inc. (330) 753-4555

• Nichols Fence Co. (330) 645-4821

• United Fencing Ltd (330) 857-1543

FENCE MATERIALS

• Fence-Depot.com (800) 760-5170

FENCE SALES

• Iron Fence Shop LLC (330) 673-2729

FERTILIZER

• Advanced Quality Lawn, Inc. (330) 655-1313

FIBER CEMENT SIDING

• Summit Siding & Remodeling (330) 687-3990

FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS

• Prism Wealth Management, LLC. (330) 804-0123

FINANCIAL PLANNING CONSULTANTS

• Golden Reserve, LLC (330) 779-1198

• Lee Hyder & Associates (330) 836-7800

• Sadar Financial Management (330) 564-0505

FINANCIAL SERVICES

• DBS Financial (330) 848-8300

• Nye Financial Group, Inc. (800) 837-8848

• Offill Financial Group, Inc. (888) 633-4551

• Ramsier Financial Services (330) 669-3005

• Star Strategies, LLC. (330) 345-5207

FIRE AND WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION

• Pappas Construction (330) 335-5152

• Paul Davis Cleveland Metro and Akron (330) 920-1936

• Professional Restoration Service Inc. (330) 825-1803

• Rainbow Restoration of North Central Ohio ( 419) 994-0000

• ServiceMaster CDR (330) 624-9657

• Taylor Companies of Ohio, Inc. (330) 677-8380

• Trident Restoration LLC (330) 409-8000

• Xpert Restoration Inc (440) 249-0605

FIRE HOSES

• Rawhide Fire Hose LLC (800) 321-3715

FIRE PROTECTION CONTRACTOR

• Acme Fire Protection LLC (330) 280-4505

FIRE SAFETY EQUIPMENT

• All State Fire Protection & Service LLC (419) 994-5188

FIRE SPRINKLERS

• Fire Protection, Inc. (330) 274-0160

FIREPLACE EQUIPMENT

• Fireplace Shoppe of Northfield, Inc. (330) 468-0303

• Fireplaces & More Inc. (330) 896-3500

FIREPLACE SERVICES

• Matt Hunter Fireplace Renovations (330) 931-2587

FIREPLACES

• Behr Necessities Hearth Shoppe, LTD (419) 884-3988

FIREWORKS

• American Fireworks Company (330) 650-1776

• Sorgi American Fireworks Inc. (330) 650-1776

FISHING GEAR

• Cisco Fishing Systems, LTD. (216) 881-4559

FISHING TACKLE

• Mogadore Bait, Tackle & Marine Repair (330) 628-9872

FITNESS CENTER

• D&M Sports Training (940) 395-8999

• ESPORTA Fitness (330) 622-4111

• Leslee Keegan’s I’Mpower Fitness Center (330) 221-0339

FLIGHT SCHOOL

• Sky Park (330) 334-9921

FLOOR COVERINGS

• Floor Coverings International-Cleveland South (330) 595-4710

FLOOR INSTALLATION

• Klassic Hardwood Flooring (330) 928-0694

• Square Yard Flooring Center (330) 334-1675

• Williams Flooring Sales, Inc (330) 535-9189

FLOOR MATERIALS

• Floorz (330) 630-3330

• Ashland County • Portage County • Richland County • Wayne County • Medina County • Summit County

• MDG Flooring America (330) 725-5252

• Washington Floors (419) 589-5917

FLOORING CONTRACTORS

• Dave Lauter’s Flooring, LLC. (330) 590-7758

• Floorscapes Inc (330) 903-1228

• Legro Inc. (216) 409-8694

• The Flooring Barn, LLC (330) 621-8085

FOOD INDUSTRY

• Instantwhip-Akron, Inc. (330) 688-8825 FOOD MANUFACTURERS

• Mrs. Miller’s Homemade Noodles Ltd. (800) 227-4487 FOODS

• Hook N Ladder Jerky LLC (216) 316-9619 FORGING

• H & B Forge Company (419) 895-1856 FOUNDATION CONTRACTORS

• Premier Wall Anchor & Waterproofing (800) 573-7170 FOUNDRY

• Kovatch Castings, Inc. (330) 896-9944 FRAMING CONTRACTORS

• T T Construction, LLC (330) 287-1768 FUEL

• Cramer Oil Inc. (330) 262-9846 FUEL OIL

• Santmyer Companies, Inc. (330) 262-6502

FUNERAL HOMES

• Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home (330) 928-2147

• Eckard Baldwin Funeral Home and Chapel (330) 535-7141

• Ferfolia Funeral Homes, Inc. (330) 467-4500

• Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home (330) 334-1501

• Parker & Son Funeral Home (330) 948-1122

• Waite & Son Funeral Homes (330) 723-3229

FURNITURE DESIGNERS

• Springhill Dimensions (330) 763-3697

FURNITURE FRAMES

• Mr. Bell’s Fix-It Shop (419) 606-1778

FURNITURE STORES

• Amish Outlet Store (330) 669-9919

• Bob’s Discount Furniture (234) 257-6400

• FR Bedroom (419) 747-2879

• Furniture Depot & Warehouse Company (330) 923-6108

• Jerry’s Home Furnishings (330) 262-2622

• John Brown’s Furniture Inc (330) 682-3966

• Northeast Furniture Rental & Sales (330) 733-8322

• Randolph Home Furnishings, Inc. (330) 325-1711

• Runions’ Furniture (330) 682-4926

• Sheely’s Furniture & Appliance Company, Inc (330) 562-3840

• Ultimate Sack, LLC. ultimatesack.com

• Wayside Furniture, Inc. (330) 733-6221

GARAGE DOOR REPAIR

• Castle Garage Doors, LLC. (330) 249-3868

• H & W Door Company, Inc. (330) 678-5000

• Ohio Garage Door Repair, Inc. (440) 773-2246

• Proactive Garage Door Repair (234) 278-2200

GARAGE DOORS

• 24 Hour Door, LLC. (330) 592-7915

• A & L Garage Door Service, LLC. (216) 973-4114

• Action Door (866) 366-7463

• Bob & Bob Door Company (419) 747-2255

• Callahan Door & Window (419) 884-3667

• Correct Garage Doors, LLC. (330) 628-0071

• Granger Doors and More, LLC. (330) 416-4497

• JK Door Solutions, LLC (330) 606-5485

• Kent Garage Door, Inc. (330) 221-0241

• Magic Garage Door, Inc. (330) 682-7000

• Overhead Door Company of Akron (330) 929-3452

• ProDoor and Security Inc. (330) 785-9500

GARAGE FLOORS

• EncoreGarage of Ohio (330) 922-4411

GARAGE ORGANIZERS

• CB’s Custom Garage Interiors & More LLC (888) 724-2724

GARBAGE REMOVAL

• Rumpke (800) 828-8171

GENEALOGY

• Forensic & Family Genealogy, LLC (720) 480-0927

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

• American Post & Construction (330) 659-3659

• Arbor Ridge Construction, LLC. (234) 716-3424

• Avodah Contractors (330) 601-1324

• Bari Construction, LLC (330) 217-7275

• Battaglia Construction (330) 221-7239

• Bella’s Construction LLC (440) 554-1843

• Butler Building & Restoration LLC (330) 777-0099

• Catanese Construction (330) 352-1854

• Construction Titan (330) 801-9145

• Creative Innervisions, Inc. (330) 414-1456

• DECKMASTER Construction, Inc. (330) 697-5350

• Erie Home (330) 733-4059

• Finley and Sons Builders, Inc. (330) 650-1862

• Fox Brothers Construction (330) 825-8266

• Gerring & Sons Construction, LLC (330) 352-0647

• GLT Construction, Inc. (216) 217-5289

• Grindle Construction LLC (330) 714-3558

• Hassle Free Homes (330) 615-9086

• Home Installs (330) 608-7295

• HTZ Construction, Inc. (440) 588-8644

• Igor Olefir Construction and Remodeling, Inc. (330) 714-5912

• J. Hunter Construction, LLC (330) 235-3883

• Mast Lepley Storage Structures Inc. (330) 264-1338

• Progressive Machine Die, Inc. (330) 405-6600

• Richland Screw Machine Products Inc (419) 524-1272

• White Industrial Tool, Inc. (330) 773-6889

GENERATORS

• Thomas & Son Electric, L.L.C., (419) 989-5188

GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMPS

• Roberts Plg. Htg. & Clg. Co & First Geothermal Energy (330) 621-1286

GIFT STORE

• Madzay Color Graphics Inc (330) 273-9068

GLASS BLOCKS

• A Glass Block Vision (330) 321-4251

GLASS REPAIR

• WJ Glass, LTD (330) 842-2778

GRANITE

• Chippewa Stone LLC (330) 662-4202

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

• Eyedeal Creative (330) 336-1168

GROCERY STORE

• Devitis Fine Italian Foods (330) 535-2626

• Giant Eagle Multiple locations. Visit gianteagle.com to find a location near you.

• Market District (330) 928-6669

• JTC Contractors Limited (330) 563-4150

• K & M Builders, Ltd. (330) 857-0471

• KDCO Home Improvement, Inc. (330) 645-6521

• Kio Construction, LLC (330) 327-8017

• Medina Exteriors & Remodeling (330) 725-2235

• Michael’s Workshop, Inc. (330) 256-5432

• MLC Builders, Inc. (330) 745-3612

• Performance Builders (440) 552-8652

• Prime Exterior Construction, LLC (330) 606-7577

• R. C. Norman Construction (330) 929-2260

• Revelation Renovations, LLC (330) 431-8639

• RJ Construction (330) 607-5277

• Roberts Remodeling & Construction Co., Inc. (330) 923-1940

• Scout Construction LLC (419) 989-7240

• Storm Kings, LLC. (330) 801-9595

• T.G. Carpentry, Landscape & Design, Inc (330) 634-1501

• Thompson & Sons Home Improvements, LLC. (419) 989-6983

• U.S. Pride Home Specialists (330) 584-8113

• Zara Construction, Inc. (419) 525-3613

GENERAL ENGINEERING CONTRACTOR

• Assembly Tool Specialists, Inc. (330) 425-4466

• Foundation Industries Inc. (330) 564-1250

• Hold-True (567) 560-5723

GUTTER CONTRACTORS

• Exteriors Plus (330) 800-8018

• Ohio Gutter Pros LLC (330) 703-6368

• Pally Roofing LLC (440) 975-7872

GUTTER GUARDS

• AllPro Seamless Gutters, LLC. (330) 221-2954

• LeafFilter Gutter Protection (800) 749-4566

• The Gutter Captain (330) 488-8377

GUTTER INSTALLATION

• Alpha Insulation and Gutters LLC (330) 331-7715

GUTTERS

• A & J Seamless Gutter (330) 724-1060

• BHD Gutters LLC (330) 510-1141

• Cousin’s Gutters and Covers (330) 622-2816

• Crossroads Home Exteriors LLC (330) 962-7084

• DunRite Exteriors/K-Guard Clog Free Gutters (216) 777-1100

• Ferrari Gutter Services, LLC (330) 686-8367

• Miller Spouting, LLC (330) 695-9347

• Reil’s Construction, Inc. (440) 735-1648

HAIR PIECES

• Pur Hair Extensions (330) 858-0113

HANDYMAN

• Hook Home Maintenance (330) 653-8946

• Matt’s Home Improvement (216) 376-4778

• Mr. Handyman of Independence and Macedonia (330) 520-8777

• OH Handle It, LLC. (330) 317-8723

• Pro Fix (330) 644-1403

• The Handy Arborist. LLC (440) 253-9110

HARDWARE SALES

• Montigney Hardware, LLC (330) 296-3411

• Pettigrew Feed & Hardware, Inc. (330) 325-1500

HARDWOOD FLOOR MAINTENANCE

• Hydra Carpet Cleaning Company (330) 745-9432

HAULING CONTRACTORS

• Worthy One Services, LLC (330) 351-2769

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• Get Well Center (419) 524-2676

HEALTH CARE

• AxessPointe Community Health Centers (888) 975-9188

HEALTH INSURANCE

• Bologna Insurance Agency Inc. (330) 376-7675

• SummaCare (330) 996-8410

• The Bitting Agency, Inc. (330) 784-8250

HEALTH SHARING MINISTRIES

• Christian Healthcare Ministries, Inc. (800) 791-6225

HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT

• Messmore Financial And Medicare Services, LLC (330) 247-2478

HEARING ASSISTIVE DEVICES

• Cleartone Hearing Aid Service LLC (330) 262-2200

• Finally Hear Co. (330) 724-1444

• Ohio Hearing Health, Inc. (330) 665-5200

• Reserve Hearing Centers, LLC (440) 376-5405

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

• Admoore Heating & Air Conditioning (330) 947-2533

• Air Comfort (330) 434-8107

• All Around Heating and Cooling LLC (234) 206-0836

• Baumberger Heating and Cooling (419) 589-6500

• Beckwith Heating and Cooling, Inc. (330) 923-1333

• Bernard Mechanical, Inc. (330) 785-3836

• Biff’s Comfort Systems, Inc. (330) 633-3353

• Blind & Sons, LLC. (330) 208-2351

• Brandon Heating & Air Conditioning (330) 686-9828

• Bratcher & Sons (330) 925-3190

• Central Ohio Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, LLC (419) 571-2934

• Choice Aire (330) 945-6223

• Corporate Heating & Cooling LLC (330) 899-8820

• DeAngelis Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. (330) 296-2970

• East Ohio Furnace Company Inc. (330) 773-3325

• Echols Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. (330) 773-3500

• ENG Heating & Cooling, Inc. (330) 529-4025

• Falls Heating & Cooling Inc. (330) 929-8777

• Gene’s Refrigeration, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. (330) 723-4104

• Greer Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. (330) 673-5636

• Hagan & Hagan (330) 285-7191

• Heart of Ohio HVAC, Plumbing & Electric, LLC. (330) 764-1011

• Horner Heating & Air, Inc. (330) 769-5317

• Hudson Heating Co, Inc. (330) 655-2933

• Jackson Comfort Systems, Inc. (330) 468-3111

• Jennings Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric (330) 784-1286

• Jodway Heating & Cooling, LLC (330) 722-4053

• Kamm Star Contractors, LLC (330) 416-7329

• Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning (330) 208-9675

• Lowry Heating and Cooling (330) 745-4822

• M W Robinson Company (330) 264-9983

• Novak Heating & Cooling LLC (330) 414-2466

• On the Spot Heating and Cooling, LLC (330) 998-2209

• Parker Heating & Cooling LLC (330) 351-6231

• Ravenna Oil & Heating Company (330) 296-9610

• Riggle Brothers, Inc. (330) 621-1727

• Rodger That Heating & Cooling, LLC (330) 802-7878

HOME DESIGN

• Franklin & Associates (330) 665-9097

HOME HEALTH CARE

• Altercare Home Health LLC (419) 755-1999

• Archangels Specialty Home Care, LLC. (833) 272-4227

• Beautiful Minds Group LLC (330) 618-5246

• True Hearts of Care, LLC (234) 334-5528

• Visiting Angels (330) 723-0300

• Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services (330) 733-1532

HOME IMPROVEMENT

• 419 Home Improvements, LLC. (419) 685-8820

• A. Caspersen Company Inc. (330) 928-3127

• Byam’s Home Improvement, LTD (330) 931-9305

• Coss Construction (330) 554-7521

• D & D Home Improvement (330) 688-5542

• Element Design Build Remodel (330) 523-6919

• Hansen Remodeling, Inc. (330) 952-1520

• Hartman Home Renovations LLC (440) 523-9221

• Home Appeal (330) 995-0551

• J-M. Homeservices, LLC. (330) 598-8261

• Paul F Keller Construction Co. (330) 396-3177

• Phil’s Construction (330) 552-3100

• Tucker Building & Design, LLC. (330) 336-8825

• White Builders (330) 618-6042

• Yancer Home Improvement (567) 303-8485

• Your Time Home Improvements, LLC (330) 612-7407

HOME INSPECTIONS

• A Step Up Home Inspection (330) 235-1254

• ACT Home Inspections LLC (330) 807-2244

• Beta Property Inspections, LLC. (330) 310-1730

• Certified Home & Property Inspection LLC (330) 338-7748

• Medallion Home Inspections LLC (419) 564-3851

• Milestone Home Inspections (330) 990-7637

• Peak Home Inspection Services (888) 886-3188

• Unity Property & Pest (330) 957-2178

HOME THEATER SYSTEMS

• Summit Sound (330) 405-9393

HOSPITAL

• S & S Heating Cooling & Sheet Metal Co, Inc. (440) 237-3663

• Summit Heating & Cooling, LLC (330) 802-0228

• The K Company (330) 773-5125

• Tropicair Heating & Cooling (330) 962-3558

• WeatherKing Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. (330) 908-0281

HEATING SYSTEM REPAIR

• Dutch Lane Heating & Sales (330) 465-2347

HEAVY HAUL TRUCKING

• Paul Adelman Trucking Inc. (330) 325-7470

HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PRESERVATION

• The Western Reserve Preservation Company, LLC. (330) 304-2422

HOLISTIC HEALTH PRACTITIONER

• The Healing Brew LLC (234) 678-0380

HOME ADDITIONS

• McShane Construct-All Enterprises (330) 688-1177

HOME AUTOMATION

• Sundance, LTD (330) 665-0387

HOME BUILDERS

• 89 Homes and Building Improvements (419) 368-4961

• America’s Home Place - Ashland (419) 922-9280

• Crasi Company, Inc. (330) 923-9905

• Fussner Builders LLC (419) 651-3938

• Gasser Builders, Inc (330) 925-1371

• Landmark Homes (330) 388-8230

• LDA Builders, Inc. (330) 528-3800

• Modern Home Concepts, LLC (330) 464-3369

• MRB Custom Construction LLC (330) 607-8496

• Steven W Moore Building Corp., Ltd. (330) 668-6892

• Stonebrook Homes (330) 633-0012

• Wayne Homes (330) 896-7611

• Weaver Custom Homes, Inc. (330) 264-5444

HOME CARE

• Lannon Home Care LLC (330) 319-4511

• Avita Ontario Hospital (419) 468-0827

HOT TUB DEALERS

• Ohio Hot Tub & Sauna - Outlet Center (330) 321-0002

• The Place (330) 239-4000

HOTLINE

• Red Flag Reporting (877) 676-6551

HOUSE CLEANING

• 3 Girls and a Bucket (330) 573-6535

• Booking Maid Easy (330) 685-9226

• Heavenly Touch Maids (330) 929-3410

• Maid Of Excellence (888) 923-5368

• Merry Maids (330) 634-9723

• Merry Maids of Medina County (330) 722-7804

• MOLLY MAID of Greater Akron and Canton (330) 733-0533

• The Cleaning B LLC (330) 734-5680

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Security Information Legal Systems (330) 722-7061

HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT REPAIR

• Yoder Hydraulics, Ltd. (330) 857-0001

ICE

• Serv-Ice Delivery Co. (330) 733-9693

IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION

• First Watch Technologies, Inc. (866) 221-0150

INDUSTRIAL FASTENERS

• SC Fastening Systems, LLC (330) 468-3300

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURERS

• Recycling Equipment Solutions Corp. (330) 920-1500

INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

• Choice One Management, Inc. (330) 807-8747

• The Kraus-Alexander Construction Company (330) 923-4859

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

• Computer Surgeon, Inc. (330) 331-2350

• QualityIP (330) 931-4141

• Small Business Technologies Inc. (330) 335-7278

2025 BBB Team Highlights

What has the BBB Akron team been up to?

This year, we supported many local organizations, nonprofits and community events, including:

• Victim Assistance Program’s Friend’s Breakfast

• The Akron Rotary Chili Open

• The Senior Summit

• Bluecoats of Summit County

• Akron Zoo

• Habitat for Humanity of Summit County

• Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree Festival

• Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

• NSME’s Accent on Excellence

• AAF Akron

• Leadership Akron

• Paws & Prayers Animal Rescue

• Downtown Akron Partnership

INNOVATION

• Bounce Innovation Hub (330) 785-7403

INSPECTION

• Pinnacle Inspection Services, LLC. (234) 738-3514

INSULATION CONTRACTORS

• ABC Insulation Company (440) 238-4392

• USA Insulation of Akron (330) 922-5588

INSURANCE AGENCY

• American Income Life Insurance Company Multiple locations. Visit ailife.com to find a location near you.

• Blake Insurance Group, LLC (234) 571-5359

• Gehring Insurance Agency Inc. (330) 576-3022

• Insurance Centre Agency (330) 345-3111

• Kelly Insurance Agency, Inc. (330) 929-3056

• Leading Edge Insurance and Consulting LLC (330) 247-2466

• Papas & Associates, LLC. (330) 836-1234

• Rine Insurance Group LLC (330) 633-3494

• SSIP Insurance Partners LLC (419) 775-5256

INSURANCE COMPANIES

• Allegiance Insurance Group, LLC (330) 253-5902

• Ayers Insurance Agency Inc. (330) 644-6300

• Eveningstar Insurance, Remedial and Drive (330) 608-6340

• Gallagher (330) 665-9966

• Gimbel Agency (330) 673-4242

• Jenkins Insurance Agency (330) 633-5511

• Robert Nickoson Financial Group (330) 630-0830

• Western Reserve Group (330) 262-9060

INSURANCE CONSULTANT

• Insurance Lab LLC (234) 888-1522

• Likely Life Can, LLC (330) 937-4941

INSURANCE SERVICES OFFICE

• Bankers Life (330) 896-8051

• National Health & Life Associates Agency (330) 253-8381

• The Archer Agency, Inc (330) 929-4474

INTERIOR CONTRACTORS

• Walcraft Construction, LLC. (330) 888-8953

INTERIOR DESIGNER

• H. Everson Designs (330) 836-9900

INVESTIGATOR

• Narrow Path Investigations LLC (234) 706-2024

INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES

• True Wealth Design, LLC (330) 777-0688

• VectorVest Inc. (330) 867-2814

IRRIGATION

• Sprinkler Pro, LLC (330) 995-0283

Ashland County

JEWELRY DESIGNERS

• Froze International (234) 200-6119

JEWELRY STORES

• Glenn Fisher Jewelry, Inc. (330) 745-1153

• Kimberly Jewelry, Inc. (330) 867-3990

• Medina Gem Co. (330) 722-4714

• MJO Jewelers (330) 835-3000

• Signet Jewelers (800) 877-8169

• Taylor Made Jewelry, Inc. (330) 733-8000

JUNK REMOVAL

• MDH Property Care LLC (330) 962-6037

KITCHEN CABINET REFACING

• American Wood Reface, Inc. (330) 666-7828

• Creative Refinishing LLC (330) 317-0445

KITCHEN CABINETS

• Eicher Woodworking, LLC (419) 994-1098

• Lumberjack’s Kitchens & Baths (330) 762-2401

• ProSource of Akron (330) 676-1570

• Troyer Cabinetry (330) 674-6003

KITCHEN REMODEL

• Adonis Kitchen & Bath LLC (330) 734-5727

• Berkut, Inc. (330) 487-0546

• Buckeye Counters LLC (330) 275-9856

• Cabinet-S-Top Inc (330) 239-3630

• Catastrophe Response Team, LLC (330) 281-3590

• Clazak Kitchen & Bathroom (330) 264-4691

• Ohio Cabinets (330) 952-1500

• Paul Fike Builders, Inc. (330) 467-7547

• ReNest Inc. (216) 513-5126

• Woodstone Group LLC (234) 571-1108

LABORATORY TESTING

• Hark Laboratories, Inc. (330) 419-0717

LAND FOR SALE

• Preston Lands (216) 260-4745

LAND SURVEYOR

• R. W. Gasbarre & Associates, Inc. (330) 264-9499

LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS

• A Low Maintenance Landscape, LLC (330) 819-0401

• A New Image Landscape, Inc. (330) 460-2400

• All Seasons Maintenance (330) 725-2424

• Allscape Landscaping (330) 352-0220

• Bagnato Landscape Design (330) 842-5296

• Bryson Landscaping Inc (330) 730-8196

• C & S Lawn Service and Landscape, Inc. (330) 618-6601

• C S Triola Landscaping Co., Inc. (330) 867-2981

• Chad’s Five Star Lawn Care, LLC (330) 465-2332

• Classic Landscaping & Lawn Care (330) 807-2828

• Diggin Landscaping, Inc. (330) 562-8000

Medina County

Portage County

• Flexlawn & Landscape, LTD (330) 612-2763

• Grasshopper Lawn & Landscaping LLC (330) 281-9730

• Greenkeepers Lawn Service & Landscaping, Inc. (330) 721-0059

• Ground Up Lawn Management, LLC (216) 509-9037

• JLM Landscapes (330) 957-5248

• JTS Landscaping Company (330) 769-1878

• Kraker’s Lawn & Landscape LLC (330) 620-9180

• Lucas Landscaping & Nursery, Inc. (330) 825-3135

• Nelson Contracting, Inc. (330) 350-1717

• Nick’s Landscaping of Ohio, LLC. (330) 666-7000

• Ohio State Landscaping. Inc. (330) 659-0370

• Paradise Lawn Care, Inc. (330) 669-3141

• Peters Professional Landscaping (330) 722-8884

• Portage Landscaping Inc. (330) 296-0099

• Roberts Landscaping, LLC (330) 701-8295

• Stewart Landscaping (330) 467-9505

• Sticks-N-Stones Landscaping of Ashland LLC (419) 606-3393

• The Grounds Guys of Twinsburg (330) 357-8200

• TS Landscaping, LLC (330) 221-0472

• Victory Landscaping LLC (330) 284-5706

• Vizmeg Landscape, Inc. (330) 686-0901

• Yoder’s Greenhouse (330) 763-4190

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

• Bulone Brothers Landscaping, Inc. (330) 998-6131

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

• AMS Landscaping (330) 689-6544

• Inspirescapes By JOC LLC (330) 459-0808

• Jimmy’s Lawn Service LLC (330) 338-1874

LANDSCAPE SUPPLY

• Frank Brothers, Inc. (330) 948-1006

• The Mulch Barn (330) 721-0958

LANDSCAPING CLEAN UP

• Real Green Landscaping, LLC (330) 422-8135

LATEX

• Kent Elastomer Products Inc (800) 331-4762

LAUNDRY

• Buzzi’s Laundromat & Laundry Service (330) 929-1702

Richland County

Summit County

Wayne County

LAWN AND GARDEN

• Precision Power Equipment LLC (330) 359-0671

LAWN CARE

• Kapp’s Green Lawn (330) 468-5000

• Lawn Doctor of Strongsville-Stow (330) 882-7429

LAWN MAINTENANCE

• Got Grass? Landscaping (330) 461-6428

• Grass Commander, LLC (330) 990-7515

• KLC Lawn Care, LLC (330) 678-1350

• Lamphear’s Lawn Service, LLC (330) 725-2102

• Mueller Lawn & Landscape (330) 239-1276

• Portage Turf and Pest (330) 296-8873

• Scott’s Lawn Care of Ohio LLC (330) 345-1230

• Security Landscaping Company (330) 801-3515

• TLC: The Lawn Company (866) 277-6952

• Trugreen Multiple locations. Visit trugreen.com to find a location near you.

LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE

• Akron Bar Association (330) 253-5007

LAWYERS

• AlerStallings, LLC (330) 779-1192

• AlerStallings, LLC (419) 484-4298

• Amourgis & Associates Attorney and Counselors at Law (330) 535-6650

• Blakemore, Meeker & Bowler Co., LPA (330) 253-3337

• Chester Law Group Co., L.P.A. (800) 218-4243

• Daniel F. Gigiano Co., L.P.A. (330) 336-3330

• Eshelman Legal Group, LLC (330) 376-3572

• Justin C. Miller, Attorney at Law (330) 952-1780

• Kennedy & Collins Co., LPA (330) 825-2477

• Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (888) 211-2594

• Legacy Law Firm, LLC (330) 529-7070

• Perantinides & Nolan Co, LPA (330) 253-5454

• Richard P. Martin Co., L.P.A. (330) 686-1708

• Sandel Law Firm (330) 666-2889

• Scanlon & Company (330) 376-1440

• Slater & Zurz LLP (330) 762-0700

• Thomas, Trattner & Malone, LLC (330) 253-1500

• Vance P. Truman, Attorney at Law, LLC (330) 722-8877

LED LIGHTING

• NuGen LED Solutions (419) 719-8191

LIGHT HAUL TRUCKING

• H B Rubbish & Hauling, LLC. (330) 773-4939

LIMO SERVICE

• BVIP Limousine (330) 725-3108

LOAN SERVICING

• Phoenix Financial Solutions, Inc. (419) 342-2151

LOANS

• New Horizon Federal Credit Union (330) 745-8897

LOCKSMITH

• A-Abra-Cadabra Lock Service (330) 434-5397

• A-Tri-County Lock (330) 928-6222

• Billheimer Security LLC (419) 526-3416

• Reliable Locksmithing, LLC (330) 338-0733

LOG CABINS

• Frontier Finishing, Inc. (844) 445-6437

• Hochstetler Log Homes, LTD (419) 368-0005

LOGISTICS

• ASW Global, LLC (888) 363-8492

• Ninja Dispatch, LLC (888) 853-4778

LONG DISTANCE PHONE SERVICE

• Easton Telecom Services, LLC (330) 659-6700

LUMBER STORE

• Stout Lumber, LLC (330) 722-8733

MACHINE SHOP

• All Tech Manufacturing LTD (330) 633-1095

• SPZ Machine Company, Inc. (330) 848-3286

MACHINE TOOL REPAIR

• Power Tool Repair (330) 630-0022

• Rossi Machinery Services, Inc. (419) 281-4488

MACHINE TOOLS

• Kromhard Twist Drill, LLC (330) 535-7129

• Matco Tools Corporation (330) 929-4949

MAGAZINE PUBLISHERS

• Akron Life Magazine (330) 253-0056

MAJOR APPLIANCE DEALERS

• M A S, Inc. (800) 648-1414

• Myers Appliance Service & Sales, Inc. (330) 296-8455

2025 BBB Team Highlights

What has the BBB Akron team been up to?

The BBB Akron team also:

• coordinated and hosted the Ohio BBB Operations Conference, where over 45 operations team members networked and collaborated on future initiatives.

• hosted a Hops & Headshots at the Duck Club at Firestone, partnered with AAF Akron.

• attended the 2025 MarCom Conference in Detroit, Michigan, where over 50 marketing professionals came together to develop creative solutions.

• celebrated our team members in their professional development.

• networked with organizations throughout our six-county service area to strengthen relationship and build connections.

The BBB Akron team is always looking for new and creative ways to engage with the community, build relationships and strengthen our network of BBB Accredited Businesses.

MANAGED SERVICE PROVIDER

• AtNetPlus (330) 945-5685

MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

• Evergreen Consulting & Associates LLC (216) 533-4651

MANNED BALLOONS

• Fun Makers Inc (330) 630-9580

MARKETING CONSULTANT

• 1st Class Marketing, LLC (888) 277-8816

• Vinyl Marketing (866) 788-4695

MARKETING PROGRAMS

• InfoCision Management Corporation (330) 668-1400

MARRIAGE COUNSELOR

• Reality of HOPE (330) 614-5438

MARTIAL ARTS

• Kim’s College of Martial Arts (330) 239-5262

MASON CONTRACTORS

• Craig Young Construction LLC (330) 352-0848

• Griffitts Construction LLC (330) 465-2602

• Hostetler Masonry (330) 990-4193

• MJ Masonry LLC (330) 465-6845

• Ryan’s Masonry Repairs LLC (330) 459-4468

• Sam’s Masonry (330) 715-6057

• Yoder Masonry Inc. (330) 620-5281

MASSAGE THERAPIST

• A Queen’s Touch, LLC (330) 256-9130

• Knot Yourself Medical Massage Studio (330) 461-0769

MATTRESS SUPPLIES

• Eastwood Manufacturing LTD (330) 857-2001

MATTRESSES

• Denver Mattress Company (419) 747-4013

• The Original Mattress Factory Multiple locations. Visit originalmattress.com to find a location near you.

MEAL PREP

• Simply EZ Home Delivered Meals of Northeast Ohio, LLC. (330) 633-7490

MEAT PACKERS

• Pressler’s Meats, Inc. (330) 644-5636

We look forward to another year of advancing our mission to be the leader in marketplace trust.

LEAD WITH TRUST Rebuild with Trust

Shannon L. Siegferth President & CEO

Community, Growth and Collaboration

Our commitment to trust, transparency and community is woven into every program, outreach activity and communication from the BBB Akron team. As we evolve with the every-changing needs of our community, we’ve been joined by partners and collaborators along the way.

One exciting example of collaboration is our newest publication Rebuild with Trust, which officially launched in June 2025, after BBB Akron’s leadership recognized the need for consumers to have a back-up plan in place in the event of a disaster.

Our goal was to provide expert advice from experts in our communities and the response was immediate.

Organizations from across the state jumped into action to provide their expertise and knowledge to help the community. The result was a collaborative guide to educate readers on topics ranging from preparing your pantry to choosing the right contractor when repairing your home.

• Tips for rebuilding and repairing after damage BBB

• Tips to avoid common pitfalls and scams BBB

• Food preparation and storage Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

• Fire and kitchen safety Akron Fire Department

• Home safety preparation Akron Police Department

• American Red Cross services overview American Red Cross

• Disaster action and evacuation plans Ohio Emergency Management Agency

• Tips for before, during and after a disaster Ohio Special Response Team

Devan Weckerly Lambert, Director of Marketing

• Emergency alert systems Summit County Department of Public Safety, Emergency Management Agency

• Preparing an emergency kit Summit County Public Health

• Supporting victims in the aftermath of a disaster Victim Assistance Program

The positive impact of Rebuild with Trust was clear immediately. After a successful press launch with our collaborators, BBB Akron was asked to present this initiative at the Ohio Emergency Management Agency Recovery Branch Lunch & Learn as a featured topic for the 88 Ohio EMA Directors.

Rebuild with Trust Press Launch. Top: Devan Weckerly Lambert, Joseph St. John, Rebecca Cool, District Chief Siergie Lash. Left: District Chief Siergie Lash, News 5 Reporter Jonathan Walsh

As more organizations express interest in this initiative, BBB Akron plans to expand this project to include additional contributors, as well as partner with experts across our sixcounty service area to provide timely, regional information our businesses and consumers.

To learn more about this publication, how you can participate or how to get a free copy, visit us at BBB.org/akron.

“Disasters, whether natural or accidental, can greatly impact not only physical landscapes but also the delicate fabric of community trust.

While uncertainty may follow disaster, leaving both consumers and businesses struggling to navigate a changed reality, so too can resilience, hope and a renewed sense of community.”

Shannon Siegferth, Rebuild with Trust

BBB supports local students by offering the BBB Akron Student Trust Scholarship, a program open to students in grades 9 - 12 in schools throughout Ashland, Medina, Portage, Richland, Summit and Wayne Counties.

The BBB Akron Student Trust Scholarship offers students the opportunity to self-reflect about ethical principles that will help them develop leadership skills and character. During the process, they learn more about themselves and what they stand for through reading the UncommonSense® FRAMEWORK.

2025 BBB Impact

2024- 2025 school year

SCHOLARSHIP

ENTRIES 862

For the 2024-2025 school year, students could submit an essay for the Laws of Life Essay Contest or a video presentation for the Student Video Contest to our panel of judges. Over 860 essays and videos were submitted for consideration from students across our six-county service area.

New in 2025, BBB Akron expanded the Student Video Contest into the Visual Arts Contest. Now, students have the creative freedom to explore different visual art mediums, like painting or digital sketches, and submit their original artwork for the scholarship.

The prompt for the Visual Arts Contest is simple: What does trust mean to you? We encourage students to think about how trust is woven into their lives and how that can be represented through their original art piece.

To learn more about the BBB Akron Student Trust Scholarship or how to implement this program into your classroom, please contact Kimberly Ickes, Senior Director of Administration at kickes@ akronbbb.org.

Akron-Summit Age-Friendly

Since 2023, BBB Akron, the Summit County Executive’s Office, City of Akron, VANTAGE Aging, Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging, Akron Zoo and more, have collaborated on the Akron-Summit AgeFriendly initiative, with a shared goal to improve the lives of older adults in our community.

These BBB Accredited Businesses, Charities and Supporters have met a set of criteria designed to provide quality and accessible services to older adults.

ACCESS, Inc.

Advanced Quality Lawn

Akron Area YMCA

Akron Art Museum

Akron Blind Center & Workshop

Akron-Canton Airport

Akron Monument & Granite Co.

Akron Zoo

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

Main Campus

Stark County Campus

ArtsNow

Chaney’s Special Effects

Firestone Park YMCA

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Green Family YMCA

Habitat for Humanity of Summit County

Handyman’s Quality Services

Jennings Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric

KDCO Home Improvement

Kohl Family YMCA

Lake Anna YMCA

Red Flag Reporting

Riverfront Family YMCA

Stone Financial Network

Summit Federal Credit Union

Summit Metro Parks

Main Office

F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm

Liberty Park Nature Center

Summit Lake Nature Center

The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Fairlawn

Cuyahoga Falls

Kent - Bissler & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory

Uniontown - Summit Simple Cremation

Towpath Motors

Useful Space

VANTAGE Aging

Wadsworth YMCA

This list is accurate as of 12/1/2025.

BBB Accreditation for Businesses

MEDICAL CASE MANAGEMENT

• WorkPlace Consultants, LLC (330) 671-5028

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

• AED Ventures, LLC (800) 787-6980

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

• Akron Family Institute Inc. (330) 644-3469

METAL BUILDING

• Behr’s Buildings, LLC. (877) 934-6990

METAL FINISHING

• The Plate-All Metal Company (330) 633-6166

METAL ROOFING CONTRACTORS

• All American Roof Pros (419) 989-4480

MIXING AND AGITATION MACHINERY

• Rainbow Mastermixing, LLC (330) 374-1810

MOBILE LOCKSMITH

• CarMeds, LLC (330) 465-2150

MOBILE REFRIGERATION

• D.A.S. Mechanical LLC (330) 328-4734

• Storage In Motion (440) 263-4120

MOBILE TRUCK REPAIR

• First Choice Truck & Trailer (419) 368-8444

MODULAR HOMES

• High Touch Homes, Inc. (419) 524-6637

MOLD INSPECTION

• Iron Dog, LLC (330) 688-4766

MONUMENTS

• Akron Monument and Granite Company (330) 252-1746

• American Monument & Granite Company (330) 325-2500

• Midwest Everlasting Memorials (330) 334-1988

• Pertee Monuments, LLC. (330) 345-8811

• Portage Marble & Granite Company (330) 673-5870

MORTGAGE BANKER

• CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC. Multiple locations. Visit crosscountrymortgage.com to find a location near you.

MORTGAGE LENDERS

• Ruoff Mortgage Multiple locations. Visit rouff.com to find a location near you.

MOTOR FREIGHT TRUCKING

• PLX Freight, LLC. (330) 271-8400

MOTORCYCLE REPAIR

• M D Performance Cycle LLC (330) 790-1585

MOTORCYCLE SUPPLIES

• Lowbrow Customs, LLC (330) 850-7040

MOVING AND STORAGE COMPANIES

• Celina Moving & Storage, Inc. (330) 263-0515

• Cotter Moving & Storage Company (330) 535-5115

• Summit Moving and Storage, LLC. (330) 578-7169

MOVING COMPANIES

• Anshutz Enterprises, LTD. (330) 334-1884

• Armbruster Moving & Storage, Inc. (330) 220-6400

• Blue Men Moving, LLC (330) 241-7572

• Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC (330) 345-6596

• Move It Now LLC. (330) 929-6683

MUFFLERS

• Ritzman Muffler, LLC (330) 825-2224

MUSIC INSTRUMENT STORE

• Metronome Music, Inc. (419) 526-3838

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT SUPPLIES AND ACCESSORIES

• ProLogix, LLC (330) 715-1515

NAIL SALON

• Aria Beauty Lounge (330) 422-2660

• Famous Nails (330) 673-0828

NETWORK CABLING

• K & R Communications, Inc. (330) 468-6654

NETWORK COMPUTERS

• Computer Technology Management Services (330) 541-2834

NETWORK SECURITY

• Palitto Consulting Services, Inc. (330) 335-7271

NEW AUTO PARTS

• ECS Tuning, LLC (330) 331-2003

• Turner Motorsport LLC (978) 388-7769

NEW CAR DEALERS

• Bill Harris Auto Center, Inc. (419) 289-2000

• Bill Harris Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Ashland, lnc (419) 289-2000

• Brunswick Auto Mart, Inc. (330) 273-3300

• Buckeye Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat Superstore (419) 522-5222

• Cascade Auto Group, Ltd. (330) 929-1861

• Chevrolet of Wooster (330) 264-2300

• Crestmont Hyundai (330) 225-0011

• Fred Martin Nissan, LLC (330) 644-8888

• Fred Martin Superstore (330) 753-4444

• Graham Automall (419) 529-1800

• Great Lakes Hyundai, Inc. (330) 422-1212

• Haasz Automall of Ravenna (330) 296-2866

• Ken Ganley Ford (330) 745-9081

• Ken Ganley Nissan Medina (330) 721-0500

• Kia of Streetsboro (330) 422-7100

• Lambert Buick GMC Inc. (330) 923-9771

• Laria Chevrolet Buick (330) 925-2015

• Lexus of Akron-Canton (330) 645-4800

• Mazda of Wooster (866) 412-2855

• Medina Auto Mall (330) 886-4740

• Montrose Ford, LLC (330) 666-0711

• Nissan of Streetsboro (330) 422-7300

• Pallotta Ford, Inc. (330) 345-6600

• Park Ford (330) 633-6222

• Premier GMC (330) 925-5010

• Ron Marhofer Auto Mall, Inc. (330) 923-5800

• Ron Marhofer Hyundai of Green (234) 260-4236

• Ron Marhofer Nissan (330) 923-8000

• Serpentini Chevrolet Buick of Orrville (330) 683-6050

• Serpentini Chevrolet of Medina (866) 560-9605

• Serra Acura (330) 644-1300

• Serra Chevrolet (330) 644-7500

• Serra Honda (330) 644-3322

• Serra Mazda (330) 645-7275

• Summit Toyota of Akron (330) 836-2500

• Toth Buick-GMC, Inc. (330) 644-3400

• Toyota of Kent (330) 673-2200

• VanDevere Buick (330) 253-6137

• VanDevere Chevrolet (330) 867-3010

• VanDevere Kia (330) 253-6137

• Volkswagen of Streetsboro (330) 342-7000

• Wooster Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (330) 345-8700

NEW CARPETS

• Akron Barefoot Carpet (330) 388-5006

• Barrington Carpet & Flooring Design (330) 896-4141

• Carpet Centre Carpet One (330) 745-4454

• Clupper Brothers Abbey Carpet & Floor (330) 666-6552

• Empire Today, LLC (800) 583-3000

• Kastran Karpets, Inc. (419) 529-3161

• Mark’s Custom Carpet, Inc. (330) 678-5519

• National Design Mart (330) 721-1914

• New Star Carpet Sales & Service, LLC (330) 594-7198

• Quality Carpet & Flooring (330) 923-0929

• Spanky’s Outlet, Inc. (330) 785-9800

• WCCV Floor Coverings, LLC (330) 688-0114

NEWS SERVICES

• The Medina County Gazette (800) 633-4623

NEWSPAPER

• West Side Leader / South Side Leader (330) 665-9595

NOTARY PUBLIC

• C & A Notary Services LLC (330) 428-5374

• JRM Mobile Notary Service, LLC (330) 714-2002

NURSING HOME

• Apostolic Christian Home, Inc. (330) 927-1010

• Pleasant View Nursing Home, Inc. (330) 745-6028

• Wayside Farm Nursing Home (330) 923-7828

• West View Healthy Living (330) 264-8640

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ODOR NEUTRALIZERS

• Biosweep Cleveland LLC (844) 636-7688

• The EcoSense Company (844) 437-6688

OFFICE FURNITURE INSTALLATION

• Great Lakes Installation, Inc. (330) 352-6062

OFFICE SPACE RENTAL

• The Biz Hive, LLC. (330) 461-9919

ONLINE EDUCATION

• AIR Childcare Training Solutions (888) 994-2247

OPHTHALMOLOGY

• Landes Eye Associates (330) 864-3937

OPTOMETRIST

• Bella Eyecare (330) 922-4393

ORTHODONTIST

• Haas Orthodontic Arts, Inc. (330) 688-8667

PACKAGING SERVICE

• Advanced Poly-Packaging, Inc. (330) 785-4000

PAINT

• Summit Paint Center, Inc. (330) 253-5305

PAINTING CONTRACTORS

• A-1 Painting LLC (330) 459-3620

• Aulden Knight Painting & Restoration, Inc. (330) 564-7384

• CLC Contractors Group LLC (419) 565-1649

• CT Painting (330) 466-8734

• CT Service Systems (330) 322-9274

• Five Star Painting of Medina (330) 203-1146

• Garber Painting & Decorating (330) 957-2172

• Home Pro Jobs, LLC. (855) 239-4062

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DOING BUSINESS THE RIGHT WAY FOR 56 YEARS

• Independent Painting & Remodeling, Inc. (216) 299-1775

• J Mac Painting Corporation (440) 667-2648

• JW Pro-Painting LLC (567) 303-2593

• Kane Painting LLC (330) 907-6292

• Ohio Painting And Pressure Wash, Inc. (330) 730-8344

• Painters of the Western Reserve (330) 808-0678

• Painting Perfections, LLC (419) 612-1726

• Premier Painting & Wall Coverings LLC (330) 988-8808

• Resurrection Painting LLC (330) 906-1361

• Rock Solid Painting (330) 612-3584

• Roman Painting (234) 755-1460

• The Final Coat (330) 786-0961

• TrueColors Painting LLC (330) 421-9371

• Wilhite Painting Solutions, LLC (330) 335-2528

• Wollet Painting & Power Washing, LLC (330) 633-1020

PALLETS

• Coblentz Brothers, Inc. (330) 857-7211

• Weaver Pallet Ltd (330) 682-4022

PARTY SUPPLY RENTALS

• Miller’s Party Rental Center, Inc. (330) 753-9104

• Sign of the Times (330) 962-6218

PATENT ATTORNEYS

• Hudak, Shunk & Farine Co. LPA (330) 535-2220

PATIO ENCLOSURES

• American Patio Rooms (330) 733-7561

• Chiarle Construction, LLC (330) 329-8389

PATIOS AND DECKS

• Kidron Construction, LLC (330) 317-7670

• Klassic Custom Decks (330) 468-3476

PAVING CONTRACTORS

• Ambrose Asphalt, Inc. (419) 774-1780

• Barbicas Construction Company Inc. (330) 733-9101

• Charles Smith Driveway Maintenance (330) 351-5182

• Hotrock LLC (330) 995-6044

• Perrin Asphalt Company, Inc. (330) 253-1020

• Richland Sealcoating Company, Inc. (419) 529-5524

• Riley & Sons Asphalt Company (330) 923-2680

• S & K Asphalt & Concrete, Inc. (330) 724-9090

• Skibiski Asphalt (330) 673-9165

PAYROLL SERVICES

• Group Management Services (330) 659-0100

• Summit Payroll Services (800) 347-9496

• Tanner-Gill & Associates, LLP (330) 315-1859

PENSION AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS

• Trinity Pension Consultants, Inc (330) 668-3747 PERMANENT MAKEUP

• Allegria Studio (440) 214-0374

PEST CONTROL SERVICES

• 360 Pest Solutions, LLC. (419) 709-9379

• A & A Pest Control (330) 805-2847

• A Best Termite and Pest Control (330) 434-5555

• Absolute Pest Control (330) 425-3210

• Akron Pest Control, LLC (330) 253-6271

• Apollo Pest Control (330) 722-0303

• Bug Bounty Hunters LLC (330) 880-1824

• Carothers Pest Control LLC (419) 342-6841

• Complete Pest Solutions (330) 494-1600

• Epcon Lane (330) 724-0007

• Gotcha! Pest Control Specialists Inc. (330) 928-4600

• Hosterman’s Home Services LLC. (330) 957-5447

• J and J PEST CONTROL SERVICE, LLC (330) 644-5577

• Orkin Exterminating Company (330) 785-9900

• Prevention Pest Control LLC (234) 571-1203

• Rose Pest Solutions (330) 922-3111

PEST CONTROL SUPPLIES

• J T Eaton & Company, Inc. (330) 425-7801

PET BOARDING

• Dog Gone Crazy, Inc (330) 273-1777

• Easdale: The Best Pet Care (330) 666-2004

PET CONTAINMENT SYSTEM

• Dog Guard Out of Sight Fencing (330) 421-0986

PET GROOMING

• Wizard of Paws (330) 655-0652

PET SERVICES

• The Retreat at Creekside LLC (330) 825-2363

PHARMACY

• Mantua Station Drug Co. (330) 274-2209

PIANO TUNERS

• Barto’s Piano Tuning & Repair (330) 603-9642

PIZZA

• East of Chicago Pizza Company (330) 794-9356

• Tonio’s Pizza (330) 725-7666

PLANT NURSERY

• Galehouse Tree Farms (330) 658-2480

PLASTIC MOLDERS

• Advanced Plastics, Inc. (330) 336-6681

• Plastics-R-Unique (330) 334-4820

PLASTIC TANKS

• Protectoplas (234) 358-0321

PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

• Amex Surface Installer, LLC (216) 224-7732

PLUMBER

• Agosta Plumbing, Inc. (330) 786-7777

• All County Drainage Contractors (330) 928-7367

• APPC Plumbing Services (330) 722-7754

• Aquapro Plumbing LLC (330) 317-9780

• Buddy’s Plumbing Excellence (234) 205-2084

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• C. Lee Services (330) 923-4944

• Cathy Geary Plumbing Company (330) 336-8520

• Dan’s Drain Service (330) 591-0119

• Dynamerican (330) 666-8863

• Frecka Plumbing (330) 928-9230

• H Jack’s Plumbing & Heating (888) 458-1161

• Harner Plumbing Inc. (330) 626-5551

• J&J Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric (330) 271-8764

• Jeff the Plumber, Inc. (330) 940-2600

• Joe Behr Plumbing & Heating, Inc. (419) 884-3278

• Mackin & Sons Plumbing, LLC (330) 825-3686

• Miracle Plumbing Heating & Cooling (330) 773-4499

• Musser Plumbing (330) 328-9185

• Ohio Buckeye Plumbing LLC (440) 283-9377

• Orrville Plumbing & Heating (330) 682-5926

• Paramount Plumbing, Inc. (330) 336-1096

• Plumbing 911, Inc. (330) 390-4911

• Robert Sloboda Plumbing & Heating (419) 295-5757

• Roto Rooter (330) 725-6777

• Shuman, Inc. (330) 688-2322

• Tapeino Plumbing LLC (330) 569-4620

• Unique Plumbing & Drain, Inc. (330) 928-1272

• Viking Plumbing Inc. (330) 947-0404

• Wade Plumbing LLC (330) 317-9942

• Wiese Plumbing and Heating Co. (330) 825-7826

POLE BARNS

• Plaso Construction, LLC. (330) 626-5448

POOL CONTRACTORS

• Litehouse Products, LLC Multiple locations. Visit litehouse.com to find a location near you.

• Wooster Pools & Spas (330) 263-5000

POOL MAINTENANCE

• Majestic Pool Enterprise, LLC (330) 808-1698

POOL SERVICE

• Fun Center Pools & Spas (419) 756-1300

• K & K Pool and Spa Service (330) 472-7229

• Moonlight Industries Corp. (330) 278-2685

• The Pool Guy of Mansfield, LLC (419) 544-2881

PORCELAIN ENAMEL REPAIR

• Ohio Porcelain Resurfacing (330) 336-3700

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHERS

• Universal Church Directories, LLC (419) 522-5011

• Visualizations Photography, Inc. (330) 923-3686

POST CONSTRUCTION CLEANING

• B Clean Cleaning Services (330) 209-5428

POWDER COATING

• Chupp’s Powder Coating, LTD (330) 698-0558

PRE KINDERGARTEN

• Once Upon a Daycare (330) 990-1466

PRECISION GRINDING

• Bemer Industrial Grinding LTD (330) 475-7962

PRESSURE WASHERS

• Pitz Power Wash (330) 630-0862

• Ashland County

• Medina County

• Portage County

PRESSURE WASHING

• AA Power Washing (330) 510-8676

• AmeriClean Power Wash (330) 937-8091

• Ferrari Painting & Pressure Washing (440) 521-0754

• Hammerhead Washing, LLC (330) 388-9167

• Josh the Window Cleaner LLC (330) 808-1048

• Perfect Power Wash, LLC (330) 697-0131

• Titan Pro Power Washing, LLC (216) 389-6455

PRINTERS

• American Printing (330) 630-1121

• Sheridan Ohio, a CJK Group Company (800) 678-1222

• Star Printing Co. (330) 376-0514

PRINTING SERVICES

• RB Print Shop, Inc. (419) 524-2781

PROBATE ATTORNEYS

• Ron Koehler, Attorney at Law (330) 644-3572

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS

• CWWA, Inc. (330) 722-9001

• Sorbothane, Inc. (330) 678-9444

• Summit Testing & Inspection Company (330) 869-6606

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION

• B to B Connect, LLC. (330) 677-5566

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

• Consolidus LLC (330) 319-7200

• Pensrus.com (800) 736-7787

PROPANE

• Acorn LPG, LLC (330) 296-8630

• Richland County

• Summit County

• Wayne County

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

• Associated Property Management, LLC (330) 722-3000

• Barnett Management, Inc. (216) 831-0165

• Botnick Realty Company (330) 867-4836

• Crossroads Management Realty Company (330) 762-4840

• Kare Condominium Management Company Inc. (330) 688-4900

• Reserve Realty Company (330) 467-0828

• Twin Oaks Realty, Inc. (330) 867-9990

PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• Rhino Shield of Cleveland and Northern Ohio (844) 744-6688

PUBLIC GOLF COURSES

• Paradise Lake Country Club (330) 628-1313

PUMP SALES

• Merit Pump & Equipment Co. (330) 262-7867

RADIO COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

• DX Engineering (800) 777-0703

RADON MITIGATION

• Radon Survey Systems, Inc. (330) 963-6633

REAL ESTATE

• Kremer Realty, Inc. (330) 686-2400

• Real Estate Connection, Inc. (330) 345-4224

• Snyder & Snyder Real Estate, Inc. (330) 434-4343

REAL ESTATE BROKER

• Eberhardt Realty and Management, LLC. (330) 608-1776

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

• Canal Place Ltd. (614) 557-4525

• Hurdle Land Company (419) 756-8166

• LRC Realty, Inc. (330) 253-6958

REAL ESTATE INVESTING

• Fields Collins Properties LLC (216) 647-7701

REAL ESTATE RENTALS

• Quality Rentals, LLC (330) 714-8901

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• Adam-August Realty (330) 571-5298

REBUILT ENGINES

• R & R Engine and Machine (330) 724-5526

RECYCLING CENTER

• Recycling Coordinators, Inc. (330) 434-4500

REMODEL CONTRACTORS

• Handyman’s Quality Services LLC (330) 414-9761

• Home Sweet Home Remodeling, LLC (330) 696-1697

• Kulesza Construction and Home Improvements LLC (330) 541-6428

• Local Project Pro, LLC. (419) 318-9759

• Lux Home Remodeling (216) 333-3538

• Mangon Renovations LLC (419) 651-9169

• McAninch Construction & Remodeling LLC (330) 603-6274

• PM Home Remodeling, Inc. (216) 215-6337

• R & R Remodeling (330) 328-0432

• Reliable Construction (330) 688-5300

• Rick Davis Contracting, Inc. (330) 352-2430

• The Homestead Building Company, LLC. (330) 317-7981

REMODELING

• 5Brothers LLC (330) 554-4599

• Bell Construction (330) 472-3353

• Fry’s Home Improvement & Construction LLC (330) 431-2881

• Lewis Restoration (330) 447-3937

• Robert Harvey Builders & Remodeling (419) 545-0059

• Thiel’s Home Solutions (866) 698-9543

• Tim Englert Construction, Inc. (330) 336-2770

RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS

• Martinov Home Solutions, LLC (330) 283-4188

• Mike Kimmel (330) 334-2058

RESIDENTIAL GENERAL CONTRACTOR

• K&S Construction and Roofing LLC (567) 241-6393

RESIDENTIAL PAINTER

• Pressure Wash and Painting, LLC (330) 907-5419

• The Lakeview Painting Company (440) 289-6443

RESIDENTIAL ROOFING

• Lindsey Roofing (330) 785-9931

RESTAURANTS

• Angie’s Italian Restaurant (330) 745-6056

• Continental Cuisine (330) 864-1777

• Luigi’s Restaurant (330) 253-2999

• Porky’s Drive-In LLC (419) 589-9933

• The Twisted Olive (330) 899-0550

RESTORATION COMPANIES

• Simply Restoration LLC (330) 255-9947

RETAIL SHOES

• C & L Shoes, Inc. (419) 853-4084

• The Shoe Horn, Inc. (330) 630-2873

RETAIL STORES

• Heritage Woodcraft (330) 485-1222

RETIREMENT HOMES

• The Village at St. Edward (330) 666-1183

RETIREMENT PLANNING SERVICES

• Creative Retirement Planning, LLC (330) 253-6880

• Mutual of America Financial Group (330) 576-7012

• Sustar Financial Group, LLC (330) 345-8635

RETREAD TIRES

• Lightner Tire Company (330) 724-7436

RIGGERS EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

• Shoemaker Rigging & Transportation (330) 899-9090

ROAD CONTRACTORS

• The Allega Companies (216) 447-0814

ROOF CLEANING

• Tri County Roof Cleaners LLC (330) 631-5827

ROOFING CONSULTANTS

• Paint A Roof LLC. (661) 724-6827

• Ridgeline Roofing LLC (330) 641-7208

ROOFING CONTRACTORS

• 12 Point Construction, LLC (330) 354-6072

• A & B Roofing & Construction (330) 405-9055

• A & K Roofing (330) 798-9489

• A Jenkins Inc. (216) 631-4800

• Absolute Assurance Restorations LLC (419) 709-7223

• Amish Quality Exteriors, LLC (330) 763-3350

• Apple Creek Roofing (855) 386-1172

• ARC Contracting of Ohio LLC (330) 968-4023

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• ARC Exteriors, LLC (330) 802-4315

• Aspen Contracting, Inc. (877) 784-7663

• Aurora Roofing and Home Improvements, Inc. (330) 562-2648

• B & B Construction, Inc. (330) 658-6632

• Black Diamond Contracting, LLC. (330) 231-3959

• BLC Roofing (234) 281-1754

• Blue Ribbon Home Solutions LLC (330) 350-5183

• Buck Jones Roofing, Windows, Siding and Insulation (330) 686-0635

• Buckeye State Roofing (330) 421-0271

• Burkholder’s Custom Construction, LLC (419) 631-0372

• C & E Construction, LLC. (740) 294-2350

• Campopiano Roofing Company (330) 425-1285

• Carter Property Restoration, Inc (330) 529-4000

• Century Commercial Roofing, Inc. (330) 622-1466

• Certified Roofing (216) 336-1205

• Choice One Restoration, LP. (330) 688-7663

• Classic Roofing, LLC (330) 703-1979

• CM Dye Enterprises (330) 907-6643

• Coblentz Roofing & Construction, LLC (330) 473-9680

• Coffman Construction, LLC (330) 858-6177

• Collins Builders & Roofers Inc (330) 467-1429

• Construction and Remodeling Experts, LLC (330) 724-7080

• Country Roofing & Exteriors LLC (330) 960-1216

• Craig Roofing (330) 808-0477

• D & J Properties of Ohio, Inc (330) 931-7094

• Dave Byler’s Roofing, LLC (440) 313-5860

• DM Roofing Siding & Windows (330) 366-9857

• Double A Roofing LLC (330) 473-5483

• DR Roofing Solutions, LLC (419) 566-3172

• DroCo Roofing (330) 858-2908

• E J Construction (330) 231-2463

• Expert Roof Maintenance (330) 673-4449

• Fixler Roofing LLC (330) 247-2211

• Foursquare Roofing & Restoration, LLC. (330) 331-9876

• Giner Roofing & Construction (330) 819-4227

• Gridiron Guys Construction, LLC (330) 573-7967

• Haralson Roofing (330) 784-4000

• Hershberger Brothers Roofing, LLC (330) 641-2552

• Hinckley Roofing, Inc. (330) 273-2979

• Home Exteriors (330) 468-1505

• Inspire Restoration (330) 601-3267

• JC Roofing, LLC (330) 317-1949

• Jilek Roofing (330) 487-5838

• Joey Seamless Gutters (330) 802-6366

• KC Roofing LLC (216) 385-2175

• Kennedy Roofing Specialists Inc. (330) 745-7728

• L & E Home Improvements, LLC (330) 749-7738

• Larry Coffee Roofing (330) 864-0666

• Leading Edge Restorations, LLC (330) 285-8721

• Legacy Roofing (330) 645-6000

• M. R. Plank Roofing Co., LLC (330) 655-9671

• Mansfield Roofing and Home Improvements, LLC (419) 295-5503

• Mayne’s Roofing LLC (216) 536-5201

• McDonough Roofing (330) 988-8130

• Miller Contracting, Inc. (330) 745-9818

• Miller Custom Exteriors (330) 695-4905

• Neugebauer Roofing, LLC. (330) 786-9604

• New Ara Home Improvement Ltd. (330) 645-5060

• Ohio Roofing Services (330) 772-7826

• One Time Construction, Inc. (330) 220-5000

• Paris Roofing LLC (330) 541-6392

• Peters’ Roofing (330) 466-0438

• Pioneer Roofing (330) 591-5393

• Preservation Exteriors, LLC (330) 877-9390

• Prime Roof Solutions, Inc. (330) 296-8803

• Renew Home Exteriors, LLC. (330) 522-1974

• Roofing By Simon Inc. (330) 676-1002

• Roofsmith Restoration (330) 822-4245

• Royalty Roofing, LLC (330) 362-4700

• S & D Construction Company (330) 647-8996

• SafeGuard Exteriors & Restoration, LLC (330) 472-0216

• Sergeants Home Improvements LLC (330) 322-9924

• Sherriff Goslin Roofing Mansfield (419) 529-8249

• Spartan StormShield (888) 896-1856

• Tarheel Construction, Inc. (330) 678-9000

• TCS Roofing (855) 766-3827

• Terik Roofing, Inc. (330) 785-0060

• The Kozlowski Company (330) 633-4656

• The Roofing Guy (330) 328-7323

• TK Roofing and Gutters (330) 858-2616

• TLC Roofing (330) 488-7191

• Tony Newman Roofing LLC (330) 745-5076

• Topline Roofing LLC (330) 275-8804

• Troyer Roofing & Construction, LLC. (330) 857-7865

• Twin Creek Roofing (330) 275-7210

• Ultra Roofing and Restoration Inc (330) 396-9211

• Walsh Residential Roofing (330) 590-3686

• Workman Home Improvement (419) 685-5254

RUBBER FLOORING

• The R.C. Musson Rubber Co. (330) 773-7651

RUBBER PRODUCTS

• ELBEX Corporation (330) 673-3233

RV DEALERS

• All Seasons RV (330) 564-0222

• Kamper City (330) 650-1491

• RCD Sales Company, LTD. (330) 239-2131

• Sirpilla RV Centers, LLC (330) 645-1991

SAFETY CONSULTANTS

• US Compliance Systems Inc dba OWYN Safety (330) 630-3556

SAND

• Lakeside Sand & Gravel, Inc. (330) 274-2569

• Young’s Sand & Gravel, Inc. (419) 994-3040

SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONS

• First Federal Lakewood (330) 273-3511

SAW BLADE SHARPENING

• Saw Systems, Inc. (330) 963-2992

SCREEN PRINTING

• Custom Apparel (330) 633-2626

• National Safety Gear LLC (330) 741-3201

• Nordec, Inc. (330) 940-3700

• Stepsefx, LLC (802) 242-1434

SCREEN REPAIR

• J and J Screen Replacement LLC (330) 217-4353

SEAFOOD

• Adam Klein Seafood (330) 773-1551

SEAL COATING

• Carpenter Asphalt Sealer Co., Inc. (330) 644-8656

SECURITY

• SACS Consulting & Investigative Services (330) 255-1101

SECURITY SYSTEMS

• Affordable Home Security of Ohio (440) 252-7111

• Alarm 1, LLC (330) 850-5023

SECURITY SYSTEMS CONSULTANTS

• American Security & AV Systems, Inc. (330) 468-3366

• Diligent Electronic Security Systems, LLC. (330) 212-1870

SENIOR CARE

• Home Instead Senior Care (330) 334-4664

SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICE ORGANIZATION

• Alpha Phi Alpha Homes, Inc. (330) 376-8787

SIDING CONTRACTORS

• All Seasons Siding (330) 723-7433

• Brightside Restoration (330) 635-8088

• Buckeye Quality Exteriors, LLC. (330) 390-0293

• Carano Environmental Service, Inc. (330) 922-0043

• Country Windows and Siding, LLC (330) 465-5442

• H and W Exteriors (330) 600-2135

• Interstate Systems, Inc. (330) 441-9230

• Pence Brothers Siding, Inc. (330) 606-7905

• Top Job Siding & Home Improvements (330) 263-0917

• Total Exterior Systems, Inc. (330) 283-8398

• Weaver Custom Exteriors, LLC (330) 473-3737

SIGNS

• LAAD Sign & Lighting, Inc. (330) 379-2297

• Repros Inc. (800) 666-3364

5,392

SENIOR SERVICES

• Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging (800) 421-7277

SEPTIC TANK CLEANING

• Allen Drain Service, Inc. (330) 673-6482

• Jarvis Septic & Drain (330) 336-1893

• Keith’s Drain Service (419) 631-8870

• Summit Excavating Inc. (330) 825-2035

SEPTIC TANK CONTRACTORS

• All Town & Country Septic Tank Service, Inc. (330) 825-2151

SEWER CLEANING

• Roto Rooter (330) 762-0100

SHED BUILDER

• nuHaus Outdoors Multiple locations. Visit nuhausoutdoors.com to find a location near you.

SHELVES

• One Day Doors & Closets of Akron (330) 760-2990

SHOWER DOORS

• Stow City Glass and Mirror Company, Inc. (330) 688-5035

SHREDDING SERVICE

• Sanmandy Enterprises, LLC (330) 435-4455

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR

• BAMSS Mow and Snow Shop, LLC. (330) 676-9300

• Sohars All Season Mower Service, Inc. (330) 467-1332

SOLAR ENERGY CONTRACTORS

• Sun Lion Energy (330) 835-7704 SPECIALISTS

• Balance of Life Clinic, Inc. (330) 764-4242

SPORTING GOODS MANUFACTURERS

• Complete Hunter’s Outlet (330) 628-9245

SPORTING GOODS RETAIL

• Gameday Sportswear, Inc. (330) 882-4005

• Soccer Post/Ohio Threads (330) 636-1495

SPORTING GOODS WHOLESALE

• Ace Mitchell Bowlers Mart (330) 920-6200

SPRAY FOAM INSULATION CONTRACTORS

• Paratus Supply, Inc. (330) 745-3600

• Sonrise Spray Foam and Insulation (330) 416-8842

SPRAY ON TRUCK BED LINERS

• X-TREME Finishes & Upfitting (330) 227-2828

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

• JS Services Ohio, LLC (440) 399-9417

STAIR LIFTS

• Access Solutions, Inc. (330) 753-7499

• Leaf Home Stair Lift (833) 376-8129

STEEL FABRICATION

• DE Song Fabrication, LLC (330) 351-7569

• Steel Supply Company (330) 467-2222

STORAGE UNITS

• Guardian Self Storage (330) 922-0994

• Lock It Up Storage (419) 524-2400

• Mutual Mini Storage (330) 922-0671

• R & B Storage, LLC (330) 558-0005

STORM DAMAGE REPAIR

• Full House Construction Company LLC (330) 281-7510

• RFD Services, LLC (330) 970-6783

STORM WINDOWS AND DOORS

• Arch Angle Window & Door (330) 723-2551

STUCCO

• Chaney’s Special Effects (234) 788-2850

T SHIRTS

• Akron Pride Custom Tees (330) 860-0744

TALENT AGENCIES

• PMTM Agency (330) 666-4125

TATTOOS

• Embellish Tattoo Company LLC (330) 804-0232

TAX ATTORNEY

• IRS Help / Len W. Stauffenger (330) 865-7400

• J. M. Sells Law, Ltd. (330) 331-7611

TAX CONSULTANT

• Elite Accounting Professionals, LLC. (725) 265-0313

TAX ENROLLED AGENT

• Lighthouse Tax and Bookkeeping (330) 325-1303

TAX RETURN PREPARATION

• Dataview Tax Service Inc (330) 345-8635

• Stone Financial Network, Inc. (330) 864-5350

TAXI

• City Yellow Cab (330) 253-2131

TELECOMMUNICATION CONSULTANTS

• Corporate Technologies Group, Inc. (330) 655-8448

• Synergy Direct Marketing Solutions, LLC (440) 796-8387

TELEPHONE SYSTEM DEALERS

• Clarktel Tele-Communications, Inc. (330) 869-8657

TENT RENTALS

• J & L Tent Rental (330) 334-0966

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

• Wholeness and Wellness Therapeutic Massage (330) 814-7488

TILE INSTALLATION

• Classic Tileworks, LLC (330) 577-8453

TIMBER COMPANIES

• Advanced Hardwoods, LLC (330) 828-0922

• Hillcrest Lumber, Ltd. (330) 359-5721

TIMBER FRAMING

• Oakbridge Timber Framing, LTD (419) 994-0099

TIRE DEALERS

• Conrad’s Tire Express & Total Car Care Multiple locations. Visit econrads.com to find a location near you.

• State Street Tire, Inc. (330) 745-7000

• The Ziegler Tire and Supply Company, Inc. Multiple locations. Visit zieglertire.com to find a location near you.

• Tire Source (330) 670-8000

• Winkler Tire, LLC. (330) 939-2601

TITLE AGENT

• Ace Title LLC (330) 487-0968

• AMS Title Agency, Inc. (330) 298-1070

• Diamond Title Company of Northeast Ohio, Inc. (330) 673-4900

• Ohio Fidelity Title Agency, LLC (330) 825-1400

• Omega Title Agency, LLC (330) 436-6700

• Transfer Title Agency Inc. (330) 725-4214

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SCAMTRACKER REPORTS

SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS

DIGITAL IMPACT

COMMUNITY EVENTS

17,535

2,400,397

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

TITLE COMPANIES

• Bennett Land Title Agency LLC (330) 677-4007

• Golden Eagle Title and Escrow Inc. (216) 785-2323

TITLE INSURANCE

• Minnesota Insured Title Agency Inc. (330) 253-7159

TOOL RENTAL

• Falls Tool Rental Company (330) 928-5744

TOPSOIL

• Flesher Sand & Gravel (330) 745-9239

• The Sagamore Companies (330) 656-5720

TOWING COMPANY

• Akron Coach, Inc. (330) 784-6830

• Bowers Towing Company, Inc. (330) 400-4274

• Miller’s Towing Inc. (330) 773-7777

• Stan’s Towing Co. (330) 836-0226

• World Truck - Towing, Recovery, Repair (330) 723-1116

TRAILER HITCHES

• Summit Trailer Sales & Service, Inc. (330) 644-0462

TRANSMISSION

• AJ’s Transmissions, LLC (330) 896-1664

• Gearstar Performance Transmissions (330) 434-5216

• Hard Drive Company (330) 745-9141

• Janis Transmission (330) 753-6609

• Jim & Sons Transmission Specialists (330) 923-8604

• Jim’s Transmission & Service, LLC (330) 828-0058

• Matlins Transmission (330) 562-6734

• Richard’s Garage, Inc. (330) 733-1125

TRANSPORTATION

• Armstrong Relocation Company of Ohio, LLC. (330) 313-1243

• J. Rayl Transport, Inc. (330) 784-1134

• Life Elevations Care Service LLC (234) 230-4547

• Samia Transportation Inc (216) 244-6707

TRANSPORTATION CONSULTANTS

• L Snyder Solutions, LLC (330) 591-7147

TRAVEL AGENCY

• Chima Travel Bureau, Inc. (330) 867-4770

• KHM Consulting, Inc. (330) 460-5635

• Nowak Tours Inc. (330) 483-4900

• Robert Prentice Travel Bureau. LLC. (330) 896-7171

TREE SERVICES

• A New Leaf Tree Service (330) 231-9711

• Apex Solutionz Tree Service (330) 842-9481

• Backyard Stump & Tree Removal (330) 699-7411

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• Barberton Tree Service, Inc (330) 848-2344

• Barnett’s Tree Service of NE Ohio, LLC (330) 644-1553

• Dolce’s Tree Service (419) 589-6285

• E.X.T. Eagle’s Tree Maintenance (740) 485-2777

• Extreme Tree Service (330) 819-9804

• GP Tree Service (330) 699-9964

• Hammon Tree Service (330) 352-0641

• Jacob’s Tree Specialties LLC (330) 473-3350

• K & A Tree Service (567) 241-2218

• Kustom Trim Tree Service, LLC (330) 734-0401

• L & M Tree Service LLC (330) 222-8820

• LaRock Tree Services LLC (330) 472-1677

• Lingers Lumberjacks, Inc. (330) 825-0161

• Mills Tree Care, LLC (330) 336-7472

• Mr Falls Tree Experts (440) 543-1990

• NFC Tree Service (330) 968-8958

• Pro Tree & Landscape Company, Inc. (330) 929-1102

• Sorboro’s Complete Tree & Stump Service (330) 801-2816

• The Davey Tree Expert Company (330) 673-9511

• The Lumberjack Complete Tree Service, Inc. (330) 760-6474

• Todd’s Tree Service Inc (330) 687-6168

TRUCK ACCESSORIES

• Classy Chassis, Inc. (419) 281-6680

TRUCK DEALERS

• Parris Truck Sales (330) 773-9300

TRUCK REPAIR

• Altrux Repair, Inc. (330) 927-5201

• B&K Truck Repair, LLC (440) 346-4455

• Buckeye Repair LLC (330) 857-6133

• General Maintenance Service (330) 725-7452

TRUCK TRAILERS

• Chuck’s Custom Truck and Trailer (330) 723-6029

TRUCKING

• Revolution Trucking (330) 975-4145

TRUCKING TRANSPORTATION BROKERS

• MIA Express, Inc. (330) 896-8180

• Thomas Transport Delivery, Inc. (330) 908-3100

USED AND REBUILT AUTO PARTS

• Mars Auto & Truck Parts (330) 628-9900

USED CAR DEALERS

• Akron Auto Sales (330) 784-7555

• Barberton Cars and Tires Inc (330) 848-7603

• Best Deals Auto (330) 745-5055

• Bill’s & Son Auto/Truck, Inc. (330) 626-3103

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• Buckeye Auto Network, LLC. (330) 697-9466

• Budget Car Mart (330) 734-3925

• Case Avenue Motors, Inc. (330) 784-0499

• Distinct Auto Group LLC (330) 810-1417

• Dunn Brothers Premium Auto Corp. (330) 345-7991

• Green Light Auto Sales (330) 785-3200

• Hall’s Auto Sales, Inc. (419) 589-8900

• House of Cars 4U, LLC (330) 439-2277

• Jay’s Auto Sales Inc. (330) 334-1080

• JDBNOW (330) 733-8828

• K & D Auto Sales (330) 633-1700

• Kidron Kars, Inc. (330) 682-5277

• Magic City Motorcars, Inc. (330) 825-7785

• North Coast Mitsubishi (330) 835-8211

• Prestige Auto Mall (330) 634-9999

• Rightway Automotive Credit (234) 312-3542

• Silver Star Motors, LLC. (234) 678-5665

• Solid Rock Auto Group (330) 527-4444

• Southern Select Auto Sales Inc. (330) 239-1113

• Superior Used Cars, Inc. (330) 929-7264

• Towpath Enterprises, Inc. (330) 920-9100

• Troxell Auto Sales, LLC (330) 435-4990

• Trusty Cars and Credit (330) 737-5099

• Universal Motors (419) 525-4500

• VanDevere Auto Outlet (330) 645-9500

VALVES

• Valv-Trol, LLC (330) 686-2800

VETERINARIAN

• Appleseed Valley Vet Hospital (419) 884-1074

• Clearfork Veterinary Hospital (419) 886-4733

• Cleveland Equine Clinic, LLC (330) 422-0040

• Creekside Animal Clinic, Inc. (330) 825-9556

• Memorial Animal Hospital (330) 678-2770

• Wadsworth Animal Clinic Inc. (330) 334-8387

VIDEO EQUIPMENT

• OV Solutions, Inc. (847) 231-2151

VIDEO PRODUCTION SERVICES

• ARS Video, Inc. (330) 633-2255

VINYL FLOORING

• R.L. Hochstetler Flooring LTD (330) 464-2312

VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS

• Nufacturing, Inc. (330) 814-5259

VOICE OVER INTERNET PROTOCOL SALES AND SERVICES

• Ohio.net (888) 881-0805

WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

• Kimble Recycling & Disposal, Inc. (800) 201-0005

WATER HAULING TRUCKS

• Bill’s Water Hauling (330) 722-6858

WATER SOFTENER SUPPLIES

• Culligan Quality Water of North Central Ohio (419) 522-0442

• Donamarc Water Systems Company (330) 896-4949

• Jesmae Salt Inc. (330) 882-5785

WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT

• Bain Enterprises, LLC (330) 968-6231

• Clearwater Systems, Inc. (888) 928-3710

• Davis Water Treatment (330) 666-4926

• Leaf Home Water Solutions, LLC. (888) 701-5497

WATER WELL DRILLING

• Hardman Drilling (419) 281-0514

• Jamison Well Drilling, Inc. (419) 524-8560

• Pugh Well Drilling & Pump Company, Inc. (330) 644-0423

• Ryan’s Water Well Service (419) 544-3711

WATER WELL PUMPS

• Arch’s Well & Pump Service, Inc. (330) 644-2900

• Depew Well Drilling Inc (330) 723-7051

WATERPROOFING CONTRACTORS

• All American Basement Waterproofing (330) 464-0391

• All Seasons Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, LLC. (440) 341-4854

• B-Dry System of North Central Ohio, Inc. (419) 756-5368

• City Waterproofing (330) 697-3822

$212,863.07 from consumers in our service area

Ashland, Medina, Portage, Richland, Summit and Wayne Counties

• Clink Building and Contracting, Inc. (888) 278-2476

• Garrett Basement Waterproofing, Inc. (330) 825-6100

• Hart Masonry & Waterproofing, Inc. (440) 759-3302

• KT Waterproofing LLC (330) 687-2053

• Magic City Waterproofing LLC (330) 815-8688

• Olivieri & Son, Inc. (440) 342-6844

• Wise Waterproofing (330) 423-1153

WEB DESIGN

• 216 Digital, Inc. (216) 505-4400

• DRYV Digital (833) 686-1336

• Immages Web Design Studio (330) 351-0659

• One Table Strategy (419) 496-4212

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS

• LMAC Photography (330) 419-0759

WELDING

• Des Eck Welding LLC (330) 698-7271

WELDING SUPPLIES

• Albright Welding Supply Company, Inc. (330) 2642021

WHOLESALE AUTO PARTS

• Warehouse Distributors, Inc. (330) 535-7891

WHOLESALE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS

• Apex Electric Supply Company (330) 253-5157

WHOLESALE PET FOODS

• Bil-Jac, Inc. (330) 722-7888

WHOLESALE PUMPS

• Permco Inc (330) 626-2801

WINDOW CLEANING

• Clear Solutions Window Cleaning Systems (330) 310-4517

• Great Lakes B&R High Rise Services (330) 410-0135

• Reliable Window Washers, LTD (216) 323-8253

• We R Clean & Clear (330) 283-4301

WINDOW GLASS

• Liberty Glass & Mirror Co (330) 724-6004

WINDOW INSTALLATION

• First Glass Window and Door, LLC (234) 706-5094

• Perfect Window Installation, LLC (216) 469-3333

WINDOWS

• Cuyahoga Falls Windows Inc (330) 922-0002

• Direct Windows (330) 289-3793

• Hallmark Home Solutions, Ltd (330) 464-9980

• Hobart Windows (234) 788-6420

• Modern Sash Repair (330) 253-1210

• Pella Window & Door, Co. /Gunton Corp. (330) 836-5548

• SoftLite Windows & Doors (330) 528-3400

• The Veteran Owned Window Company (330) 962-1405

• The Window Place (419) 526-0440

• Weatherseal Home Services Inc. (330) 920-4494

• Window World Akron (888) 408-0217

• Window World of the Heartland, Inc. (330) 684-1444

• Yoder Window & Siding, LTD (330) 695-6960

WINDSHIELD REPAIR

• Accurate Auto Glass, Inc. (330) 724-6323

• D & W Auto Glass (419) 524-0241

WOOD PRODUCT SALES

• JLS Poly-Wood Products, LLC (330) 465-8184

BBB Standards for Charity Accountability

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We produce reports on national charities, evaluating them against comprehensive Standards for Charity Accountability. BBB WGA does not rank charities but rather seeks to assist donors in making informed decisions about those that solicit their support. Evaluations are done without charge to the charity and are posted for free public access on give.org.

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4 BOARD COMPENSATIONS

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5 CONFLICT OF INTEREST

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9 FUNDRAISING EXPENSES

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11 AUDIT REPORT

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18 CAUSE MARKETING DISCLOSURES

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BBB Accredited Charity Sealholders

Akron Blind Center & Workshop

330-253-2555 • akronblindcenter.org

Akron Zoo

330-375-2550 • akronzoo.org

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

330-535-6900 • akroncantonfoodbank.org

Central American Medical Outreach

330-683-5956 • camo.org

Community Support Services

330-253-9388 • cssbh.org

Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park 330-657-2909 • conservancyforcvnp.org

Family & Community Services Inc. 330-297-7027 • fccserves.org

First Tee - Greater Akron 330-375-2638 • thefirstteeakron.org

Goodwill Industries

330-724-6995 • goodwillakron.org

Habitat for Humanity of Portage County 330-296-2880 • habitatofportage.org

Habitat For Humanity of Summit County 330-745-7734 • hfhsummitcounty.org

Haven of Rest Ministries 330-535-1563 • havenofrest.org

Paws and Prayers Pet Rescue 330-475-8300 • pawsandprayers.org

VANTAGE Aging 330-253-4597 • vantageaging.org

Victim Assistance Program 330-376-0040 • victimassistanceprogram.org

Weaver Industries 330-379-3660 • weaverindustries.org

BBB Accredited Charities

ACCESS, Inc

330-376-0097 • access-shelter.org

Advancing Independence Network from Tri-County ILC

330-762-0007 • ainohio.org

Akron Area YMCA

330-376-1335 • akronymca.org

Akron Art Museum

330-376-9186 • akronartmuseum.org

Alliance for Healthy Youth

330-864-1359 • all4youth.org

Appleseed Community Mental Health Center

419-281-3716 • appleseedmentalhealth.com

Arts Now

330-410-3362 • artsnow.org

Christian Children’s Home of Ohio 330-345-7949 • ccho.org

Coleman Health Services

800-673-1347 • colemanservices.org

Embrace Clinic & Care Center

330-825-1900 • embraceccc.org

Good Neighbors Inc.

330-733-1453 • good-neighbors.org

Green Family YMCA

330-899-9622 • akronymca.org

Greenleaf Family Center

330-376-9494 • greenleafctr.org

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary

330-296-5914 • happytrailsfarm.org

Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center, LLC. 888-395-4357 • hopeandhealingresources.org

Humane Society of Summit County

330-487-0333 • summithumane.org

Humility of Mary Housing

234-525-6400 • hmhousing.org

India Gospel League 330-650-5900 • iglworld.org

Keep Akron Beautiful 330-375-2116 • keepakronbeautiful.org

Kohl Family YMCA 330-434-9622 • akronymca.org

Lake Anna YMCA 330-745-9622 • akronymca.org

Orrville United Way 330-683-8181 • orrvilleareaunitedway.org

Project Learn of Summit County 330-434-9461 • projectlearnsummit.org

Rape Crisis Center of Medina & Summit Counties 877-906-4273 • hopeandhealingresources.org

Stewart’s Caring Place 330-836-1772 • stewartscaringplace.org

Summit Artspace 330-376-8480 • summitartspace.org

Summit Choral Society 330-434-7464 • summitchoralsociety.org

Summit Missions International 330-896-9300 • summitmissions.org

The Emergency Assistance Center 330-467-7945 • teacenter.org

The Salvation Army, Summit County Area Services easternusa.salvationarmy.org/northeast-ohio/summit-county/

The Village Network 330-246-3232 • thevillagenetwork.org

United Way of Wayne and Holmes Counties 330-264-5576 • uwwh.org

Wadsworth YMCA 330-334-9622 • akronymca.org

This list is accurate as of 12/1/2025.

{ by Dennis Farahani, photo provided by Summit Memory / Akron-Summit County Public Library }

Swinging Tunes

AKRON, 1943

Orchestra and big band music swelled through Summit Beach Park’s Wisteria Ballroom in the early- to mid-20th century. Featuring a 28,000-square-foot oak floor with a suspended orchestra pit, the dance hall packed in crowds to hear tunes played by renowned musicians, such as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw and this band, pictured here on Aug. 20, 1943. The dance hall drew local performers — including Portsmouth, Ohio, native band leader Clyde McCoy, who played the park four times from 1937 to 1946 with his orchestra. Classic songs from the era included “Sugar Blues,” “Sentimental Journey,” “When You’re Smiling” and more. Opened in 1917, Summit Beach Park closed in 1958. In 2022, Canton native Joseph Rubin and his orchestra performed a tribute concert to McCoy and the music of Summit Beach Park. Rubin’s American Musical Productions nonprofit re-creates U.S. music from 1890 to 1949. On July 9, the nonprofit performs “McKinley’s Own” Canton Grand Army Band concert in Canton.

W3 is pleased to announce that we have expanded our firm with a new office in Kentucky. This growth allows us to broaden our expertise, welcome additional specialists, and create more pathways for our employees to advance. As we grow beyond our home state, we are building a stronger, more dynamic firm and remain deeply committed to the clients and community who made this milestone possible.

Mark Miller and Bill Arthur are highly-regarded financial and retirement planners in their community and bring decades of experience to the W3 team. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®) and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®). Bill is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) and Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist (CRPS™). We welcome these outstanding professionals and their whole team to the W3 family.