May/June 2012

May/June 2012
Revamping Regionalism
The idea of regionalism isn’t the problem. It’s the fact that we’re trying to sell businesses on some vague place called Northeast Ohio. 
Athena Awards 2012: Betsy Bare Hartschuh
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD Betsy Bare Hartschuh is dedicated to being a mentor, mother and attorney.
Athena Awards 2012: Candace Campbell Jackson
A former Girl Scout, Candace Campbell Jackson has used her legal and nonprofit expertise to help get things done at the University of Akron.
Athena Awards 2012: Dr. Vivian von Gruenigen
From the research lab to the operating room to the speaker’s podium, Dr. Vivian von Gruenigen uses her growing sphere of influence to champion the cause of women’s health. 
Athena Awards 2012: Gena Lovett
Gena Lovett excelled in a male-dominated industry. Now she’s helping others do the same.
Athena Awards 2012: Iris Harvey
Kent State’s Iris Harvey has been driven by the spirit of community, justice and service instilled by her mom.
Athena Awards 2012: Judy Joyce
Greenleaf Family Center’s Judy Joyce brings a quiet strength and a spirit of collaboration to the business of serving people.
Athena Awards 2012: Linda Striefsky
With a hearty work ethic she inherited from her parents, Thompson Hine’s Linda Striefsky has built a successful law career and worked for others along the way.
Athena Awards 2012: Rhonda Ferguson
FirstEnergy’s Rhonda Ferguson has used a personal touch to build her career and help others advance theirs.
Athena Awards 2012: Rocky Hwasta
Rocky Hwasta was a pioneer in the building industry, crafting a career as a carpenter and helping other women climb the ladder as well. 
Athena Awards 2012: Sarah Sinclair
The Cleveland Clinic’s Sarah Sinclair brings about change by listening and learning before deciding.
Athena Awards 2012: Sondra Miller
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD The Cleveland Rape Crisis Center’s Sondra Miller listens to her inner voice and helps others share theirs.
Athena Awards 2012: Virginia Benjamin
Virginia ‘GiGi’ Benjamin has been at the center of development projects that have reshaped downtown Cleveland. 
Wanted: Crazy Ideas
The old ways of doing things haven’t worked, so here are six theories for jump-starting our region and attracting talent. (Plus, free parking!)
2012 Manny Awards: Alcoa
A $100 million investment in Alcoa’s 50,000-ton forging press provides new capabilities while renewing the future of the Cleveland company founded in 1917. 
2012 Manny Awards: Freeman Manufacturing & Supply Co.
Freeman Manufacturing & Supply Co. doubled its production workforce nearly overnight and survived the growing pains.
2012 Manny Awards: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.
Goodyear’s zero waste to landfill initiative found creative ways to bounce its biggest roadblock: scrap rubber.
2012 Manny Awards: GrafTech International
GrafTech continues to grow through innovation that serves high-tech products.
2012 Manny Awards: Olympic Steel
Olympic Steel’s 120-foot turbine not only generates electricity and improves the bottom line, it’s the most visible indicator of the manufacturer’s focus on Earth-friendly initiatives.
2012 Manny Awards: Orlando Baking Co.
Orlando Baking Co. takes a fresh approach to healthy eating with a new line of probiotic bread.
2012 Manny Awards: PartsSource
Ray Dalton’s risk in creating SmartPrice, an online part-buying experience similar to amazon.com, has paid off well.
2012 Manny Awards: Suarez Corporation Industries
Suarez Corporation Industries brought more than 100 manufacturing jobs back from China and has designs to create hundreds more in North Canton.
2012 Manny Awards: Suturenetics
Suturenetics’ one-handed medical device makes closing incisions easier and more efficient.
2012 Manny Awards: Vadxx
Vadxx is ramping up its patented technology that promises to transform petroleum-based waste such as plastic trash, tires and more back into oil.  
Dual Practice
Attorney Robert Zimmerman advocates in the courthouse and the statehouse.
Homeward Bound
MAGNET and WIRE-Net join to help bring reshoring to the region.
Mutual Benefits
Customers and employees win with Medical Mutual’s buy-local program.
Regional View
Shared goals boost area’s prosperity.
Spreading the Message
Marketing communications in Northeast Ohio is a force to be reckoned with.
Tourism's Reward
Northeast Ohio’s travel industry readies for a rush of new visitors — and spending.
Waterway to Growth
The Ohio & Erie Canal was pivotal in the development of Cleveland and its port.
Check Mates
Paycloud merges the check-in app and key-ring loyalty card.
Growing Pins
Three Northeast Ohio companies reveal their Pinterest secrets.
Hot Shot
Horton Archery’s new Fury packs a ton of technology in a compact design.
Pedal Pushers
Bicycle commuting is gaining traction in Cleveland and the city is helping encourage the effort. 
Service Masters
Creative thinking is at the heart of TOA Technologies’ workforce management solution. 
Three Questions With Jim Allen
Chairman, Hard Rock International
Amazing Feet
Inspired by a gecko’s ability to scale walls and stick to even the most difficult surfaces, ADAP Nanotech created a synthetic technology that has big potential in a variety of industries ranging from electronics to aviation.
One To Watch: Carrie Clemens
34 | Director of corporate and workplace giving, United Way of Greater Stark County Carrie.Clemens@uwstark.org