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2007-2008
Executive Board of Directors

Lynette Slama, Executive Director

Wayne Benos, President
Attorney at Law

Tom G. Thacker II, Past President
Smith Barney Citigroup

Traci Davis, Vice President
MANPOWER

Susan Amoroso, Treasurer
Veres & Co.

Leesa Jacubenta, Secretary
Mango Bay Internet

Howard Thompson, At Large
S Rose Company

David Barna
Morning Star Land Development

Dayle Feingold
Volt

Audrine Finnerty
Attorney at Law

Dr. Joshua Fischer
Indiana Wesleyan University

Joel Head
Headwinds, LTD.

Sarah Linville
National City Bank

John Martin
Emerald Group Credit Union

Charlene Paparizos
CMP Communications

Gene Stepanik
CEJATP of Cleveland

Steve Wait
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

Monica Williams
Attorney at Law

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Robert Klein Announced Person of the Year!


The Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it has selected Robert Klein, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Safeguard Properties, Inc., headquartered in Brooklyn Heights, as the Outstanding Person of the Year. Mr. Klein will be honored for his commitment to the Cuyahoga Valley region through economic growth as well as community service at a luncheon on Tuesday, October 23 at the Holiday Inn on Rockside Road in Independence. The luncheon will take place from 11:30 am – 1 pm.

Under Mr. Klein’s leadership, Safeguard has grown from a handful of employees in 1990 to over 400 today with an extensive network of contractors throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Safeguard is a turn-key resource for all aspects of property management. Through continuous training of staff and contractors, Safeguard ensures that work performed meets all applicable guidelines, on-time and under budget. Its services include property preservation, property inspections, valuations, hazard claim services, insurance loss inspections, title services, and asset management.

Mr. Klein has developed Safeguard around the doctrine of "Customer Service = Resolution" with the mission of creating a company focused on client satisfaction and strong business relationships. Since Safeguard's inception, Robert has developed and maintained a reputation as an innovator and is recognized as a leader and an advocate for the industry. Robert continually focuses his attention on initiatives affecting clients, providing current and relevant industry information and offering creative solutions to meet their needs.

Mr. Klein represents not only Safeguard, but the industry as a whole in national associations including MBA, USFN, CMBA and REOMAC. He has been a session leader and panelist at their yearly conferences, in addition to being the primary sponsor of the National Property Preservation Conference in Washington D.C.

Mr. Klein’s industry leadership was never more evident than during the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. Robert proactively initiated a series of eight industry Hurricane Disaster Conference Calls that included more than 300 participants. These conference calls were crucial to the creation of industry consensus in handling issues created in wake of the disasters. His company regularly contributes to many charitable causes including the Brooklyn Heights Annual Food Drive, the American Heart Fund, the Cancer Fund and many others.

The company also emphasizes corporate giving and volunteerism and has been active in various Habitat for Humanity projects. Its employees have taken a leading role in projects such as Race for the Cure, Make a Wish Foundation, Toys for Tots, and the Animal Protection League. Relay for Life, organized by employees, raised $3,677 for the American Cancer Society. Mr. Klein donated a matching amount.

Member cost is $20 and non-member is $25. Corporate tables are available for $200. RSVP to Lynette Slama, Executive Director, Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce, at 216-573-2707 or email your reservation.