March 31, 2023
National Mom and Pop Small Business Owner Day celebrates small business owners every year on March 29th. Our economy couldn’t run without small, locally owned mom and pop businesses. Not only do they provide jobs, but they also create economic growth, have positive influences on local communities, and make our communities diverse and vibrant.
Here at Vitalia Senior Residences at Stow, we understand these businesses spend countless hours nurturing and growing their enterprise but, all in all, they love what they do, just like we love what we do in healthcare. To celebrate National Mom and Pop Day, we had our department heads choose a small business of their liking and celebrate the day with them. They celebrated by leaving Google reviews, posting about them on social media, and doing what we call a CFU, a Creative Follow Up. We are thankful for each of them and loved celebrating their day with them.
| List of Department Heads | List of their small business |
| Kaitlynn Holley, Memory Care Director | Tyrannosaurus Flex |
| Katrese Barta Strong, Business Office Director | Morty’s Munchies Dog Bakery and Boutique |
| Karra Gazdacko, Executive Director | Stow Mail Center |
| Annie Hoover, Senior Living Director | Open Door Coffee Company |
| Kevin Boykin, Plant Operations Director | Peace Love and Little Donuts |
| Nick Stromack, Culinary Director | Devitis Italian Market |
| Theresa Erwin, Resident Services Director | Amigo’s Restaurant |
| Leonna Kidd, Director of Wellness | Hope and Soap |
If you’re in the neighborhood, take a minute to check these businesses out! Our community wouldn’t be what it is without them, and we are so grateful they’re here!
VITALIA® Stow in Stow, OH offers senior villas, independent apartments, assisted living, and memory care with a variety of services and a range of floor plan options. Amenities include 1804 Restaurant, a 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, personal care, transportation services, and more. Conveniently located just off of Hwy 8 at E Steels Corners Road near Akron General Health & Wellness Center with convenient access to major shopping centers and attractions, including Fox Den Golf Course, Summit Mall, Bike & Hike – Summit Metro Parks, Stan Hywet, Hale Farm, and Blossom Music Center.
