Recording of the 100 Business Forum event. Led by the city’s Community and Economic Development Department, it was held in September at Corporate College and was a great success. More than 110 participants heard from local business leaders about development opportunities, market trends, business incentives, the new school facility plan and much more. It was co-sponsored by the Warrensville Heights Area Chamber of Commerce.

Exercise equipment these days transcends previous generations with the introduction of connectivity to personal devices like Fitbits and Apple watches, along with screens that have Bluetooth capability for personal viewing. The quality and range of options offered at Specialty Fitness Equipment are some of the key differentiators between what he's selling and what's offered at chain stores. Listen as he describes how to approach fitness so that it's part of your daily life.

For further details, visit:

https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-46-specialty-fitness-equipment

"I love that everything is becoming so pet friendly these days."  

Listen as Ms. Hrovat shares information about the services at the 24-hour treatment facility in Warrensville Heights and some of her experiences there. She shares lots of wisdom concerning pet ownership, based on her 20 years in the business. Also, pets are sometimes available for adoption. Check the clinic's social media for further details.   

For additional information, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-45-technical-supervisor 

 "I wouldn't trade my childhood for anything."  

Listen as Dr. Tami Prince recalls her fond memories of growing up in the tri city area. She details her journey as a medical student leading to a career as an obstetrician/gynecologist. She cares deeply about her patients and considers it part of her job to teach them how to be the best self advocates. She also shares some of her past involving life in a home that was considered the fun, hang out house. 

For more details, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-44-physician 

 "We have so many blindfolds involved with our activities, it's hilarious, so there's a lot of trust being built." 

 Listen as Ms. Boone describes how ELA takes kids who are not so confident - and even those that are - to a new level of ability and understanding for what it takes to succeed and how to achieve their goals. Industry experts make appearances at ELA programs and students are heavily involved with learning experiences that get them out of their chairs. The programs have changed students' lives and enabled them to envision a future full of possibility.  

For further details, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-43-effective-leadership-academy 

 "One of life's simplest pleasures - a good meal."

 Listen as Mr. Whitmore tells his family history, starting with grandfather Virgil Sr. who left Texas to find work beyond the family farm where they grew vegetables. He eventually found his way into Cleveland and worked as a waiter at the Shaker Country Club in the 1930s. Someone suggested he start his own BBQ restaurant, and soon after that, he found a space in the Mt. Pleasant neighborhood of Cleveland.

Learn a few of Mr. Whitmore's BBQ preparation secrets...but he'll never tell you what's in the sauce! What he will say is that it has changed over the years, as public taste has evolved. It's made in 25 gallon vats right in the store. And just in cases you're wondering, like others have over the years, no, there are no franchise opportunities. The Whitmores aren't letting go of the keys! 

For further details, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-41-whitmore-s-bbq 

"We get people back to living their life with less interference from their limb loss."

This episode introduces the life experiences of those with limb loss who need prosthetics to restore their mobility and/or functionality in life.  

For more details, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-35-president-bright-prosthetics 

"Furniture building was a hobby in the basement for 17 years before it became a business."

Listen as Mr. Myeroff explores the furniture making craft and the opportunities that exist in his shop here in Warrensville Heights. 

"The modern home now feels like indoor/outdoor living with glass walls."

Listen as Mr. Bloch describes how he got into the luxury home construction business, starting from scratch. He shares some of the stories behind his projects, including a few surprises he's found in the ground when digging begins. This episode figuratively takes you inside and reveals what lies behind closed doors. 

For more details, go to  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-39-premiere-custom-home-builder 

"We pretty much accept everything except for baseball cards and stamps."

Ms. Pinney discusses how the auction house operates, noting the top three categories it's known for nationally and internationally: American Indian Art, historic firearm and military items and American historical items (antique photographs, Civil War artifacts). The 20-year-old company will conduct roughly 70 auctions in 2019. 

The company's founder, Wes Cowan, is a frequent guest on the popular TV show, Antiques Roadshow. He has a large following.

Ms. Pinney has many great stories surrounding the acquisition of certain items. The value of any piece lies, essentially, in each one's provenance, or its place of origin and ownership history.

The price range extends as low as a few hundred dollars and scales as high as $1 million, and the average item sells for $1,000 - $5,000.

Learn about what's of value and what's not and why on this fascinating episode!

For additional details, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/post/episode-37-cowan-s-auctions 

Juanita Brent, who represents residents in Bedford, Bedford Heights, parts of Cleveland, Highland Hills, Maple Heights, Mayfield Heights, North Randall, Orange, Pepper Pike and Warrensville Heights, discusses many hot topics facing the community right now.

"I'll be honest with you - and I've said this before in many public places - it's stressful being black. When you look at infant mortality and maternal mortality, the highest numbers are among African American women."

Listen as Ms. Brent describes her own journey that led to holding an office in Columbus where she plays an important role in shaping the legislation that affects people's lives throughout the state. Also learn about the issues facing this state as the conversation touches on many key Democratic priorities.

As a millennial, she likes to maximize the use of social media to communicate with constituents. The driving force behind this activity is her interest in being transparent. "The biggest misconception that happens with elected officials is that we do nothing during our day. I like people to know that I have very full days, probably longer that most people because on average, my days last 12 hours, easily. To bring some transparency, I show snips of the day." She can be found on Twitter at @juanita_brent and Facebook at facebook.com/juanitaobrent

For further details, visit  https://junescharf.wixsite.com/reaching-new-heights/blog/episode-41-state-representative-house-district-12