STAFF
Frank Cilona
President
Joy Bender
VP of Operations
Michelle Guidone
CFO/VP Business Accreditation
Amanda Tietze
VP of PR & WV Division
Lori Thompson
Accreditation & Finance Specialist
Cathy Langreder
Accreditation & Finance Specialist
Judy Strawderman
WV Dir of Community
Relations
Alisha Leytem
Foundation Development Officer
Diana Hickle
Manager of Dispute Resolution/Arbitration
Terry Corzine
Dispute Resolution
Cheri Kellogg
Director of Inquiries
Erica Phelps
Charity & Ad Review Specialist
Ray Miller
OH Sales Rep
Dennis Mudry
OH Sales Rep
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Executive Committee
Steve Kristan
Chair
Bob Bowers
Vice Chair
Dale Witt
Treasurer
Dave Waikem
Secretary
Scott Zurakowski
Legal Counsel
Frank Cilona
President
Jim Kling
Past Chair
Richard Kress
Emeritus Board Member
Larry Pitts
Emeritus Board Member
Elaine Campbell
Mercy Medical Center
John DeWees
Miracle Plumbing
Mark Fearon
Rea & Associates, Inc.
John Kiste
Stark County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Jon Mason
Mancan
Thom Nikolaidis Windows & More
Nancy Pendleton
Timken
Rebecca Reed
Reed Funeral Home
Dennis Saunier
Canton Regional Chamber
Jeff Snyder
Premier Bank
Marie Sumser
Alliance Review
Javan Yoder
Stark Truss
WV Advisory Board
Kim Guilfoile
Huntington
Bryan Johnson Mountain State Computer
Bob Lagg
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Joe Lefkay
Employers Innovative Network
Martin Maness
Maness Contracting
Larry McClung
Benefit Plans Services
Shawn Moran
Elder Advisors Group
Stephen Reynolds
Servpro of N. Kanawha Valley
Mark Snapp
Mark E Snapp & Associates
Doug Urse
Urse Automotive Group
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Shred Day Results
Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans will be a victim of identity theft in their lifetime or that recycling 1 ton of paper saves 17 trees?
The Better Business Bureau is commited to helping consumers avoid becoming victims of identity theft and helping our environment.
Our annual shred day event has grown. The BBB hosted events in Charleston, WV, Canton, OH and Huntington, WV this spring and will have an event in Wheeling, WV this fall.
The Charleston, WV Shred Day had 200 cars come through and shredded enough documents to fill more than 1 shred truck. The BBB also collected old electronics to be e-cycled.
The Canton, OH Shred Day had 280 vehicles in attendance and shredded 28,300 lbs of documents! Which by the way, saved 238 trees from being destroyed.
The Huntington, WV Shred Day will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2012 from 9 am - 1pm at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena rear parking lot. If your in the Huntington area we encourage you to stop by. Consumers and businesses are encouraged to bring old credit card statements, tax records, credit card offers or other items that lists your personal information to be commercially shredded for FREE.
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Alisha Leytem
Charitable & Educational Fund Development Officer |
Foundation News
Development Officer Alisha Leytem joined the BBB Charitable and Educational Fund at the BBB office in Canton, Ohio in March. Alisha, who has been getting her feet wet in the nonprofit sector with various organizations the past few years, has a B.A. degree in Communication Studies and Entrepreneurship from the University of Iowa, and a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from Minnesota State University. She has been enjoying the new challenges and great support that her co-workers and board members are providing, and is eager to develop and grow your BBB's newly formed foundation. Alisha recently married in her hometown of Peosta, Iowa and relocated to Canton, Ohio in the fall of 2012. For fun, she likes cooking, reading, hiking, yoga and spending time with family and friends.
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BBB Golf Outing...Save the Date
The BBB golf outing will be on Friday, September 20, 2013 at Tam O'Shanter golf course.
Mark your calendars now and be sure to save the date!
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Watch Out For These Small Business Scams
Consumers aren't the only victims of fraud. Every year, thousands of small businesses are targets of fraudulent or deceptive sales practices. Protect your business from scams by learning what to look out for. Often, it's only a matter of identifying suspicious situations and asking the right questions.
Full Article
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Upcoming Events
Be on the lookout for the BBB at the following events in 2013. For more information on any of these events, please contact our office at 800-362-0494.
May
4 Huntington, WV Shred Day
9 am - 1 pm at Big Sandy Superstore Arena
Huntington, WV
27 BBB offices closed for Memorial Day
June
20 Executive & Full Board Meeting
11:00 (exec) 12:00 noon (full)
July
4 BBB Offices Closed for Independence Day
9 WV Advisory Board Meeting via teleconference
Click Here To View Full Event Schedule
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Welcome, New BBB Accredited Businesses
The following firms have joined us during December, January, February & March in our fight for an honest marketplace.
Accreditation is by invitation only and we must refuse a number of firms which don't meet our standards. Those listed below have been accepted because they believe in fair play and ethical conduct for their customers or clients. They join 1,900 other manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and professionals to support our crusade for integrity in business dealings. We welcome them and thank them.
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New Accredited Business Profiles
The following Accredited Business Profiles are for businesses that have joined the BBB in the months of December, January, February & March
New Accredited Business Company Profiles
* Entire list of New Accredited Businesses is not listed. Only businesses that submitted a profile.
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Happy Anniversary!
The BBB has received renewal payment from the following companies during the months of December, January, February & March
* Entire membership is not listed. Businesses are listed as they renew membership
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15 Year Profiles
The following companies have been an Accredited Business with the BBB for 15 years. We thank them for their dedication and commitment to setting an ethical example within the community.
Read Profiles...
* Not all 15 year Accredited Businesses are listed. Only businesses that submitted a 15 year profile.
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Top 10
Check out which business industry types consumers are mostly inquiring about. Also, see how many consumers have contacted your local BBB within the past month. Top 10 Stats
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Closing Thought
"Success means having the courage,
the determination, and the will to
become the person you believe you
were meant to be."
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