Join the community in celebrating entrepreneurship in Northeast Ohio at the annual dinner that recognizes companies and organizations on this momentous milestone of reaching the centennial mark in their history. The evening includes networking and socializing with the region’s oldest companies, organizations and newest startups. The dinner is open to anyone who wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of existing members and new inductees.
Keynote Speaker:
The Entrepreneurial Spirit Shines through in a Pandemic
Carey Jaros, President and Chief Executive Officer for GOJO Industries
See more event details and the full list of inductees here.
Join the community in celebrating entrepreneurship in Northeast Ohio at the annual dinner that recognizes companies and organizations on this momentous milestone of reaching the centennial mark in their history. The evening includes networking and socializing with the region’s oldest companies, organizations and newest startups. The dinner is open to anyone who wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of existing members and new inductees.
Keynote Speaker:
Margaret Wong, attorney and founder
Margaret W. Wong & Associates, LLC
See more event details and the full list of inductees here.

100 Year Club Induction
Date: December 2, 2019 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Tickets: $150 each.
The 100 Year Club of the Western Reserve was created in 1953 to honor an elite group of our region’s corporations and institutions that have been in continuous existence for at least one hundred years. The annual celebration recognizes the longstanding entrepreneurial and philanthropic spirit embodied in these Northeast Ohio organizations, which includes over 200 members.
The 100 Year Club annual dinner recognizes the longevity and success of the existing members and inducts new members who have reached the 100-year milestone. This dinner, held on December 2, 2019, is open to anyone who wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of new and existing members.
Contact Chandel Smith, Advancement Coordinator & Membership Manager, to purchase tickets or RSVP at cmsmith@wrhs.org, or 216.721.5722 ext. 1404
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
INVESTOR Sponsorship – $10,000
- Reserved table for eight guests to the Annual Dinner
- Full-page ad in the evening’s program book
- One complimentary one hour session with WRHS staff member to learn methods of preserving and recording corporate records/archives
- A private tour of the WRHS site of your choice
- Acknowledgement in WRHS publications and website
- 1 complimentary museum facility rental at WRHS for a corporate function up to 100 people*
- Glassblowing Workshop for four at Hale Farm & Village
- Company logo displayed at 100 Year Club Annual Dinner
- 1 complimentary WRHS publication
- Invitation to participate in Youth Entrepreneurship Education hands-on field experiences
($7,750 tax deductible)
MENTOR Sponsorship – $5,000
- Reserved table for eight guests to the annual dinner
- Full-page ad in the evening’s program book
- One complimentary one hour session with WRHS staff member to learn methods of preserving and recording corporate records/archives
- Name on promotional material, WRHS website and displayed at the event
- Glassblowing Workshop for two at Hale Farm & Village
- Company logo displayed at 100 Year Club Annual Dinner
- Invitation to participate in Youth Entrepreneurship Education hands-on field experiences
($3,750 Tax deductible)
INCUBATOR Sponsorship – $2,500
- Reserved table for eight guests to the Annual Dinner
- Half-page ad in the evening’s program book
- Company logo displayed at 100 Year Club Annual Dinner
- Invitation to participate in Youth Entrepreneurship Education hands-on field experiences
($1,600 Tax deductible)
COMMUNITY PARTNER Sponsorship – $1,000
- This level is reserved for our Non-Profit partners and includes all benefits of the INCUBATOR Sponsorship
*Catering Food & Beverage costs will be borne by the corporation or organization renting the facility. Rental date and event space subject to availability.
Click To Download The 100 Year Club Sponsorship Form
Proceeds of this event support Youth Entrepreneurship Education initiatives at the Western Reserve Historical Society, which serves over 35,000 students annually in Northeast Ohio.
About the 100 Year Club
The 100 Year Club of the Western Reserve was created in 1953 to honor an elite group of our region’s corporations and institutions that have been in continuous existence for at least one hundred years. The annual celebration recognizes the longstanding entrepreneurial and philanthropic spirit embodied in these Northeast Ohio organizations, which includes over 200 members.
The 100 Year Club annual dinner recognizes the longevity and success of the existing members and inducts new members who have reached the 100-year milestone. This dinner, held on December 3, 2018, is open to anyone who wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of new and existing members
100 Year Club Induction
Date: December 3, 2018 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Tickets: $150 each.
Contact Cassandra Moran, Development Assistant, to purchase tickets and RSVP at cmoran@wrhs.org , or 216.721.5722 ext. 1501