Member and Sponsor Profiles
Local Businesses, Organizations, and Services
The Hinckley Chamber of Commerce Members are dynamic, business- and community-oriented individuals working together to preserve quality of life in our community. With brick-and-mortar business establishments diversely located along Ridge Road, 130th Street, and Center Road, as well as many consulting businesses in our community, this page gives Hinckley locals an opportunity to learn more about local organizations, clubs, businesses and services.
HIGHLAND LIBRARY
Annetherese Biesiada, Eric Lucius
Chamber Member
4160 Ridge Road Medina
330-278-4271
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What is your organization’s primary activity:
We are your local library since 2008. We serve Hinckley, Granger and Sharon townships.
There are eleven staff members.
Tell us about you:
Eric lives in Medina, has five cats and is musician.
He has worked at Highland since October 2020 and has been with the library since 2004.
Annetherese lives in Sharon, has two boys and does upholstery.
She has worked at Highland since 2013 and had been with the library since 1997.
Your key to success:
Ensuring that we meet the needs of everyone that walks through our doors.
VILLAGE AT HINCKLEY OAKS
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What is your company's primary activity:
The Village at Hinckley Oaks is an exclusive, neighborhood-style, majority senior apartment community, perfectly located in Hinckley, OH. These brand new apartment homes bring a maintenance-free lifestyle to adults who are ready to live actively and peacefully, without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every bit of The Village at Hinckley Oaks, from the gorgeous interiors to the vibrant community spaces, were designed for you to live a life of comfort, convenience, and connection.
Tell us about you:
I live in Hudson OH
Your key to success:
Elevate the lifestyle of our residents!
EDWARD JONES
George Hoose
Chamber Member | Buzzard Day Sponsor
3848 Medina Rd. Suite 101, Medina, OH 44256
330-722-8328
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What is your company's primary activity:
At Edward Jones, every strategy we offer and every solution we recommend is based on what's most important to you. Once we understand your priorities, we can help you identify specific financial goals and develop strategies to help you work toward achieving them.
My passion is to assist fellow community members in attaining financial security. I seek to understand what is important to my clients before suggesting solutions. I believe my varied business background brings a unique perspective in the development and execution of long-term financial strategies.
I earned my MBA in business administration from Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, OH. Additionally, during my 25-plus year career with Bridgestone North American operations, I had the privilege to attend numerous business leadership seminars at the University of Chicago and successfully completed Bridgestone Leadership Development Program.
My relationship with Edward Jones began as a client, and I transitioned to a financial advisor after selling my business in 2018. Today, Edward Jones serves the Medina community from six convenient locations.
Relationships and strong communication skills are keys to successful outcomes. We prefer to meet face to face for building relationships, but we are also well versed in leveraging technology when necessary to conduct meetings. We meet when it’s convenient for our clients because we recognize the challenging needs of their businesses and their lives.
I like to provide the answers to your questions so you can make informed, financially sound decisions. Please contact me to schedule an in-person meeting or discovery call; I'd like to better understand your situation and discuss options moving forward.
Tell us about you:
My spouse, Kathy, and I have two daughters.
Sara (Highland HS 2016) is currently working towards her doctorate in political science at the University of Colorado in Boulder CO.
Emily (Highland HS 2018) is a recent Xavier University graduate leveraging her degree in applied chemistry and mathematics at the Cleveland Clinic.
Originally from Syracuse, NY, with stops along the way in Buffalo, NY, and Philadelphia, PA.
My family and I have lived in Medina since 2007.In our free time, we enjoy traveling, attending Broadway musicals at Playhouse Square, listening to the Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom, attending Cleveland Guardian and Cavalier's games,
golf, skiing and cooking.Your key to success:
Willingness to do the things others will not do, resiliency and the ability to course adjust along the way - life is a journey not a destination.
Anything else you'd like us to know:
Everyone needs a financial teem to support them and help the reach their goals. When you build your team make sure you select members that align with your values. Conversations and consultations are always free, it's never to late to get a second opinion.
HOPPY DUDE BREWS
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What is your company's primary activity:
Brewery
Tell us about you:
Lived in Hinckley for 27 years.
No children in Highland, but do have 1 in Brunswick schools
Hobby: Brewing | Bucket List: Skydive | Life Changing Event: birth of our twins
Your key to success:
Understanding that it is not about me but about the people I touch on a daily basis
WESTERN RESERVE PLUMBING
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What is your company’s primary activity:
Complete plumbing service & repair and remodel in Medina, Summit and Cuyahoga Counties for fifteen years. Four service trucks offer free estimates and guaranteed pricing.
Tell us about you:
Third generation plumber, grew up in Richfield. Married to Melinda Mallari and lived in Hinckley for 18 years; daughter Paris lives in Mill Valley California, daughter Ruby lives in Chicago. Enjoy fly fishing, music and travel.
Your key to success:
The Golden Rule
OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN CHURCH
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What is your organization’s primary activity:
Our Saviour has been in Hinckley since January 1939. We have 6 Staff and about 270 members. Our worship services are Saturday at 5:00 pm & Sunday at 10:00 am which is also live-streamed.
We glorify & worship God through worship and acts of service.Tell us about you:
I have lived in Hinckley about 37 years. I volunteer at Our Saviour.
I am in charge of the Food Pantry, Hospitality & the Finance Committee.
I have been President and Vice-President of Church Council.I enjoy spending time with family & friends and love to travel.
Your key to success:
How well we help people grow as disciples of Jesus.
FOSTER’S TAVERN OF HINCKLEY
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
Restaurant & Bar with great burgers, homemade pizza, comfort foods located in Hinckley for over 35 years. We took ownership in September, 2015. Our staff varies in number from 15-20, including half who have been a part of Foster’s longer than we have, as well as Highland students working their way towards and through college. Our chef Michelle and bar manager Brian are the heart and soul of Foster’s.
Tell us about you:
20+ years
Anything else you’d like us to know:
Foster’s Tavern, or The Hinckley Tavern as its known to some, has been a part of the Hinckley community for many years. The community makes it what it is and we are proud to be the caretakers.
STATE FARM INSURANCE
Amanda Pfahl
Chamber Member | 2023, 2022 Buzzard Day Sponsor
51 W. 130 St. Hinckley
330-273-4100
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity.
I opened the Amanda Pfahl State Farm Agency in 2006 at the same location it sits today on West 130th Street at what some refer to as Bennett’s Corners. My father (now retired) owned a State Farm agency as well, and from a very young age, I knew that helping people recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams was what I wanted to pursue in my own career. My team of local, licensed professionals along with myself, offer help with the everyday risks you may encounter as well as those that may be unforeseen through personalized insurance and financial services guidance. Like a Good Neighbor, State Farm is there, is not only the company’s slogan, but the way I choose to run my business and live as a member of this community.
Tell us about you:
My husband Jeremy and I live in Granger with our two children, Graham and Sammy. They attend Granger Elementary and are involved in lots of extra curricular activities that keep us busy! I am also a Trustee for The Highland Foundation for Educational Excellence and Chair the Public Relations Committee. I enjoy cooking and spending time outdoors gardening and we enjoy spending time together as a family traveling and love a good college football game when we get opportunity to watch!
Your key to success:
The key to my success has been embracing our community and being embraced by our community. This is a special place and we have so much to be thankful for … keeping that in front of me everyday has led to great success for my business.
Anything else you’d like us to know:
To our current clients, thank you for the years of support and continued trust and loyalty! To those that are not yet clients, please reach out to see how we can help you and your family!
RETIRED
Frank & Brenda Kichurchak
Chamber Members
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We enjoy traveling when Frank’s body cooperates. We sold our Hinckley business, American Cube Mold, after 15 years. Now we are enjoying retirement, our kids and grandchildren and our pets more. (Brenda): I finally joined Hinckley Womens Club and I’m a member of Medina Art League, and we’re active in our Church.
37 years in Hinckley
Your key to success:
Positive and grateful attitude
350 HINCKLEY
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
350 Hinckley promotes sustainability and renewable energy in Hinckley.
Tell us about you:
350 Hinckley has been active in Hinckley for over seven years.
Your key to success:
Sustainability is always in the news
VACATION PLANNING WITH PAM FROM HI HO VACATIONS
Pam Nimon
Chamber Member
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
I am an independent vacation planner working in partnership with Hi Ho Vacations. I help plan vacations specific to a family’s needs, leaving them less stressed and able to spend more time creating memories to last a lifetime.
From choosing a resort or cruise, to making dining reservations (at some destinations), to providing tips to make the most of your specific vacation, I help guide clients through all aspects of the planning process.
With a husband and two energetic boys I understand the details involved in planning a vacation that the entire family will love. I’ve been providing personalized vacation planning assistance to clients since 2019. Whether you want to visit the magic, spend time in a wizarding world, sail off to beautiful destinations or just relax on the beach, get in touch today and I’ll take care of the rest. My service is complimentary when booking your vacation through me and Hi Ho Vacations.
Tell us about you:
I have lived in Hinckley for almost 15 years and have two kids in the Highland School system.
Your key to success:
Providing amazing customer service, premium planning expertise, and concierge level guidance to make the most of every client’s vacation experience.
Anything else you’d like us to know:
Happy to provide a free quote and planning assistance to destinations such as: Disney World, Disneyland, Disney’s Aulani in Hawaii, Adventures by Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Universal Parks & Resorts, Discovery Cove/Sea World, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruise Lines, Virgin Voyages, All Inclusive Beach Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean, Viking Cruises, Trafalgar Tours and more, just ask. Looking forward to chatting with you about your next vacation adventure!
M& T AUTO BODY
M&T AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE CENTER
John Feagan
Chamber Member
M&T Auto Body
1515 Ridge Road, Hinckley
M&T Automotive Service Center
1515 W. 130th Street, Hinckley
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
Automotive collision center and full service mechanical service center.. I have 42 years experience. Owner since 1997 of a company started in 1964.
Tell us about you:
I live in Granger, Highland 1983 grad., 23 years youth baseball coach, former Hinckley Chamber President, Eagle Scout from Sharon Center troop 411.
Your key to success:
Treat every customer the way I want to be treated
Anything else you’d like us to know:
Our family moved to Highland School area in 1936 and grand parents opened Mozena’s Chicken Dinners at Rte 94 and 18 where the Sheets station is now located.
COCO CAFE
Laura Baciu
Chamber Member | 2023 Buzzard Day Sponsor
1296 Ridge Road, Hinckley
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
Globally Inspired Bakery & Coffeehouse
Tell us about you:
I live in Hinckley and am an alum of Highland High School
Your key to success:
Patience, persistence and an open mind
HINCKLEY WOMEN’S CLUB
Heather Liccardi
Chamber Member (Heather is front & center)
51 W. 130 St. Hinckley
330-273-4100
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
Hinckley Women’s Club
Community Service
Philanthropy
Social Activities
Founded in 1981-82, HWC members continue to be involved with Hinckley and develop friendships with each other. Membership hovers at around 50. Everyone interested in Hinckley is welcomed. I’ve been Charter President, 2nd Vice Pres (Fund-raising), and am currently Historian.
Tell us about you:
I’ve lived in Hinckley since the 1970’s – always on Center Rd. Dennis and I raised our family here.
I ‘m a retired educator – most of my career I was a Special Education Transition Coordinator specializing in social thinking skills/employability.
I love water – swimming snorkeling and boating and jet-skiing. I am a Red Cross Water Safety and Lifeguard Instructor Trainer. I also love to travel IF I can learn something along the way. Looking back, I’ve taken a whole lot of biking vacations, all over the world. I get involved in things I like.
Currently, besides HWC and HCC Secretary, I am Advisory Board Member of Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve, REDCOAT and Tour Guide at Playhouse Square, Tour Manager for NOWAK Tours (I take 8th graders to DC), past Secretary of Rocky River Watershed Council.
In 2022 I was honored to be selected as Hinckley Citizen of the Year. Bucket List – to keep learning new skills! Life Changing and Cherished Events: Family – Our son Keith, his wife Pam, and each of our 5 grandchildren – the youngest was born on our 50th wedding anniversary!
Your key to success:
Life is not a dress rehearsal
Cherish the journey – it’s just as important as the destination
Leave it better than it was when you found it
It’s all about relationships
Attitude is everything
Commitment, Consideration, Communication
Anything else you’d like us to know:
I love Hinckley – I hope we all remember the motto: Small Town – Big Hearts
RELIABLE RESTORATION COMPANY
Eric Mikals
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
We provide preventative maintenance and permanent repairs to exterior buildings and hardscapes. The main services we offer include
exterior painting
carpentry
flat roof repairs and coatings
sewer backup removal
camera/locate/diagnose sewer problems
concrete/asphalt maintenance and repairs
Our services are primarily offered to business owners and property management companies. Our service area is within an hour of Hinckley. Let us bring your property back to life!
Tell us about you.
My wife and I have enjoyed living in Hinckley for the last three years on Ridge Rd. We our excited to have a small hobby farm including ducks, chickens, geese, and kune kune pigs. We look forward to expanding our hobby farm with goats and horses in the near future. We love walking all the Hinckley Metroparks paths and exploring the parks. We host several parties throughout the year in our backyard including entertainment on our outdoor stage. We look forward to spending our lives surrounded by nature in beautiful Hinckley!
Your key to success:
Work hard, think harder, and never give up!
Anything else you’d like us to know:
Our services are available to Hinckley business owners and property managers. Residential work is not our niche but I would extend some services to residents including barn and home exterior painting and carpentry repairs, sewer backup removal, root removal, sewer pipe cleaning and repairs (not septic tanks, just sewer pipes). Have a great year Hinckley!
EXACT TOOL & DIE, INC
Frank Chesek
Buzzard Day Sponsor
5425 West 140th Street, Brook Park, OH 44142
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What is your company’s, organization’s or group’s primary activity:
Exact Tool & Die Inc. is a second generation family owned company established in 1978. We currently employ 46 full time employees in our 68,000 SF facility. We offer a Tool & Die Apprenticeship Program to those interested in our trade. Our program offers our apprentices to begin earning a living wage and gain qualifications that will land them into a great career in a growing industry. Our program is approved and registered with the State of Ohio. The services we offer including designing, prototyping, Die manufacturing, Metal stamping mass production runs.
Tell us about you:
My wife Lynn and I along with our dog Diesel moved to Hinckley in January 2021. We have 4 children that are all out of the house and living on their own…with the exception of our youngest daughter who is in her second year of collage at KENT. We moved to Hinckley for its home town atmosphere and its rural life style. The reason for our move was to down size now that we are empty nesters. But thank goodness we still have extra space for our four grandchildren. Its great to have a great location to enjoy with our growing family.
Your key to success:
Hard work, long hours and the passion and commitment to the industry.
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