BBB_Youngstown

Name: BBB_Youngstown
Address: 201 E Commerce Street, Ste 137, Youngstown, OH, 44503, US
Telephone: (330) 744-3111
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News for consumers and businesses from BBB Youngstown. Please visit submission rules at http://go.bbb.org/1nxcz4H. Integrity includes respect, ethics and intent.

The BBB’s mission is to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust. The BBB accomplishes this mission by:

* Creating a community of trustworthy businesses
* Setting standards for marketplace trust
* Encouraging and supporting best practices
* Celebrating marketplace role models, and;
* Denouncing substandard marketplace behavior

The BBB sees trust as a function of two primary factors – integri

ty and performance. Performance speaks to a business’s track record of delivering results in accordance with BBB standards and/or addressing customer concerns in a timely, satisfactory manner. The BBB ensures that high standards for trust are set and maintained. We exist so consumers and businesses alike have an unbiased source to guide them on matters of trust. We provide educational information and expert advice that is free of charge and easily accessible. BBB Accreditation is an honor – and not every company is eligible. Businesses that meet our high standards are invited to join the BBB. Businesses meeting BBB standards are presented to the Boards of Directors for review and acceptance as a BBB Accredited Business.

05/28/2026

Last week, we hosted the Torch Awards, celebrating outstanding local businesses that exemplify Trust, Ethics, and Integrity within our community. Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring these remarkable businesses!

Congratulations again to our award winners!

Torch Award for Marketplace Trust:
Sweet Memories Vintage Tees
Gordon Bros Water
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture

Torch Award for Civic Leadership:
The Board of Directors for the Canfield Fair

Torch Award for Nonprofit Excellence:
Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley

A special thanks to our TrustBuilder banks!
PNC
WesBanco
Farmers National Bank
Huntington National Bank

Congratulations to our Ethics and Integrity Scholarship winners!

Thank you to our production teams:
The Business Journal - Youngstown Publishing Co.
Forty Two Inc.

Thank you to our photographer:
Every Angle

05/18/2026

Last but certainly not least...

Congratulations to Sweet Memories Vintage Tees on being a winner of the 2026 Torch Award for Marketplace Trust!

In 2008 the screen printing company was born, eventually securing a one-year licensing agreement with Unilever to create a Good Humor t-shirt line in 2020. Ultimately resulting in the business expanding its portfolio with licensing agreements for iconic brands including Dum-Dums, Sweethearts, Necco, and many others.

In 2023, the company opened its retail storefront with the vision of creating more than just a t-shirt shop.

Most recently, the company launched the Golden Age Vintage Market, inspired by the Golden Age Beverages brand and focused on supporting small, local businesses. The concept evolved into what Linda describes as a “small business retail incubator,” creating opportunities for local businesses to showcase their products in a shared retail environment.

To learn more about Sweet Memories Vintage Tees visit their Facebook!

05/15/2026

Congratulations are in order for yet another Torch Award winner.

Congratulations to Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley for winning the Torch Award for Nonprofit Excellence!

Since 1989, Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley has served the local community through affordable housing, financial education, volunteerism, and advocacy. What began as a small group of volunteers has now expanded into an organization serving Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull counties.

Today, Habitat for Humanity remains a volunteer-driven organization with 3,125 volunteer hours from just last year. Since its founding, Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley has helped provide more than 150 homes to local families and is working to complete four additional homes this year.

To learn more about Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley visit their Facebook!

05/13/2026

Friendly reminder: RSVPs for the 2026 Torch Awards are due this Friday, May 15th!

Don't miss this special event celebrating Trust, Ethics and Integrity in our community. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/11/2026

It's time to congratulate another one of our Torch Award winners.

Congratulations to Raphael's School of Beauty Culture on being a winner of the 2026 Torch Award for Marketplace Trust!

Raphael’s School of Beauty Culture was established in 1958 under the original name McKinley Heights College of Cosmetology. The school was later purchased by Jacquilyn Eusanio, beginning a family legacy that continues today. In 1996, Jacquilyn’s son, Ralph P. Delserone III, joined the business and eventually purchased the school in 2006, carrying its legacy into a third generation of involvement.

Since its founding, Raphael’s has expanded to six locations throughout Ohio, offering a range of programs such as cosmetology, advanced esthetics, advanced manicurist training, barbering, massage therapy, and instructor education.

To learn more about Raphael's School of Beauty Culture visit their Facebook!

05/08/2026

The Torch Awards are at the end of the month and it's time for us to congratulate another winner.

Congratulations to the Board of Directors for the Canfield Fair on winning the 2026 Torch Award for Civic Leadership!

The Canfield Fair was founded in 1846 and the event started as an "agricultural exposition" on the Canfield Village Green. In 1851 it moved locations and has been held there since. Today, the Canfield Fair spans 175 acres of fenced in grounds and welcomes nearly 300,000 visitors each year.

Success on this scale would not be possible without the dedication and leadership behind the scenes. The 17-member Canfield Fair Board of Directors dedicates countless hours behind the scenes to make the Canfield Fair a success. Their commitment goes far beyond the fairgrounds—helping to strengthen and support our entire community all year long.

To learn more about the Canfield Fair and their Board of Directors visit their Facebook!

05/06/2026

With the Torch Awards being at the end of the month, we wanted to take the time to individually congratulate our winners.

Congratulations to Gordon Bros Water for being a winner of the 2026 Torch Award for Marketplace Trust!

In 1945, Gordon Brothers Water was founded by Lloyd Gordon in Salem, Ohio, starting with a single truck and simple mission--providing reliable tank exchange services to local customers. Now, 80 years and four generations later, Gordon Brothers Water still operates out of the same office and services 15 counties as an authorized Kinetico dealer.

To learn more about Gordon Brothers Water check out their Facebook!

05/04/2026

Did you know the BBB has a financial wellness HQ to help? The HQ includes advice on creating a budget, managing finances, and more.

Click the link here to visit the page: https://www.bbb.org/all/financial-wellness-hq

04/30/2026

One final reminder to graduating high school seniors!

The Ethics and Integrity Scholarship deadline is TOMORROW— May 1, 2026.

Five $1,000 one-year post-secondary scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in Columbiana, Mahoning & Trumbull counties.

Applicants must be employed by an Accredited Business or be the child or grandchild of the owner or employee of an Accredited Business.

Scan the QR code or visit our website for more info: https://bit.ly/3NfPk26

04/29/2026

Join us for a Celebration of Trust, Ethics and Integrity!

The 2026 Torch Awards will be held on May 21 at The Lake Club. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m.

Every year the BBB honors local businesses that uphold trust, ethics and integrity and make an impact in the Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties. This year's winners are...

Sweet Memories Vintage Tees
Gordon Bros Water
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture
The Board of Directors for the Canfield Fair
Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley

Address

201 E Commerce Street, Ste 137
Youngstown, OH
44503

Telephone

(330) 744-3111

Website

https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/youngstown

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