Faces of The 330: Class of 2024
The 330 is a community of people who care.
We care about our neighbors, businesses and institutions. When you put a face on a business, every interaction becomes more than a transaction — it becomes a connection. Whether they’re helping us access quality dental care, design spaces that reflect who we are or say goodbye to a loved one, the people of The 330 keep us all connected in our quests for good lives.
The 2024 Faces of The 330 introduces some of the people who help build our community on expertise, service and compassion. Their names and faces reflect a wealth of talent and pride of place that make our region unique.
The Faces of Dentistry
Dr. Gerald Sisko, an Akron native and graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, has been practicing general dentistry for over 35 years. Dr. Sisko welcomed a new associate, Dr. Justin Kosar, to his Sisko Dentistry team in Tallmadge. Dr. Kosar is a Case Western Reserve University graduate and has been a Sisko Dentistry patient since he was 6 years old.
Sisko Dentistry team members have a mission to provide exceptional preventative dental care to their patients in a comfortable, friendly setting, which is critical in patients’ overall wellness. Through continuing education and training, Sisko Dentistry offers several innovative services including Invisalign, comprehensive smile designs and OralDNA. The goal of Dr. Sisko and his team members is to deliver the highest quality cosmetic and implant restorative dentistry utilizing the latest technology. They understand patients’ financial concerns as well. Business team members work to maximize benefits for patients with insurance and offer an in-house membership plan for those without insurance.
Providing dental care to generations of families and being an active part of the community has been both an honor and a blessing. Sisko Dentistry team members enjoy educating school health classes on the importance of dental health, as well as providing necessary dental treatment to the less fortunate through the Faithful Servants program. “I was born and raised here,” says Dr. Sisko. “Being able to give back to this community is very important.”
Sisko Dentistry
330-633-9510
The Face of Interior Design
H. Everson Designs is Northeast Ohio’s premier interior design and build firm. Designers personalize environments for their clients, as well as provide quality craftsmanship.
After years of making her mark on homes and businesses around the country, H. Everson Designs president and principal designer, Holly Everson, has expanded her company by adding a new showroom and design center in Montrose, which is set to open in spring 2024.
With her design team’s willingness to travel, designers dedicate their time to creating stunning, functional and comfortable spaces with no limitations everywhere from Ohio to Florida as well as Costa Rica.
As an exclusive dealer of designer lines, the new showroom enables clients to touch and see the quality of merchandise before ordering. The new space has a separate design and resource center where clients may choose interior and exterior finish selections.
The H. Everson Designs team is committed to creative design and unparalleled service. Each designer acts as your single point of contact for all your interior and exterior design, project management and home improvement needs.
Exceptional design is timeless. Why not use the business voted best interior design firm in The 330?
H. Everson Designs
330-836-9900
The Faces of Construction
In 1948, Nickitas “Nick” Thomarios started a small painting company to serve Greater Akron residents. His business grew into the commercial fields and incorporated in 1969. Since the construction group was added in 1994, the development, growth and diversity of projects have taken the company to a new level.
Nick taught his son, Paul, to paint houses alongside him at an early age. After graduating from The University of Akron, Paul grew the business by adhering to the key components of quality and integrity his father instilled in him.
Under Paul’s leadership, the Thomarios team has grown into an international powerhouse of construction, coatings, powder coatings and historic restoration. From the Saturn V rocket to the LED-lit parking garage at Akron Children’s Hospital, Paul helps build his father’s vision of making Akron a great place to live, one project at a time.
Thomarios recently renovated office space for Babcock & Wilcox in the former Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. headquarters in Akron. The renovations utilized existing space to house approximately 650 employees and create new office and common spaces that help them work efficiently.
Thomarios
330-670-9900
The Faces of Eternal Service
At the heart of Billow Company’s service lies a deep-seated tradition of family ownership and family leadership. Billow Co., a proud member of the community since 1875, is about to commemorate its 150th anniversary. As a sixth-generation family-owned business, it embodies a legacy of service, care, professionalism and dedication. Its rooted presence in the community not only enhances the quality of care it provides but also establishes a level of trust and accountability between it and the community it serves.
Billow Co.’s unwavering commitment to remaining an independent, family-owned business is exemplified in its end-of-life care philosophy. It operates on-site crematories, a distinctive feature at the Billow chapel in Fairlawn and its Bissler & Sons chapel in Kent. These facilities ensure that your loved one remains in Billow Co.’s care throughout the entire process. Notably, Billow Co. is the only funeral home in Portage County with an on-site crematory.
Recent renovations offer settings of comfort, elegance, peace and tranquility. These include the beautiful renovations of Billow Co.’s Fairlawn chapel in 2022 and Cuyahoga Falls chapel in 2023 that reflect its commitment to providing an environment that matches its high level of service, hospitality and professionalism.
Billow Co. doesn’t just offer cremation and funeral services; it offers a legacy of care and commitment that is deeply woven into the fabric of this community.
Billow Co.
330-867-4141
The Faces of Experienced Hospitality
For over two decades, Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern has been more than a business. It’s a family and a sanctuary of shared dreams and relentless dedication. Rooted in the essence of family, this journey has been a steadfast commitment to excellence and a voyage toward continual growth and evolution. The pulse of its success lies in the unwavering belief that Blue Canyon is not just a place — it’s a legacy and a narrative scripted over 20 years of passionate endeavors.
The recent reimagination of its environment has ignited a new flame, casting a spell that beckons guests back to rediscover the essence of a dining vacation. Blue Canyon takes pride in offering not just a meal but also a high-quality culinary experience served with professional grace in its one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
At Blue Canyon, customers are not just right; they are the focal point of its business model. Their satisfaction is its focus. Blue Canyon tirelessly strives to not only welcome them through its doors but also to create an experience that lingers in their hearts. The journey doesn’t just stop here. It’s a continuous ascent toward the next level, fueled by the love and loyalty of its cherished family — its staff, its guests and everyone who calls Blue Canyon home.
Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern
330-486-2583