Amplifying a shared message with Toledo Money

November 18, 2025

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Amplifying a shared message

The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce our new collaboration with Bill Laranga & Kaden Kelly of Toledo Money. Toledo Money’s local first perspective and upbeat storytelling align seamlessly with the Chamber’s commitment to helping Toledo-area businesses thrive. Together, we look forward to creating accessible, positive content that gets people excited about what’s happening here.

We sat down with them last week to discuss the 2025 Talent Alignment Strategy and what it means for jobs, industries, and the future of work in the 419. Check out our first joint enewsletter below...and make sure you subscribe to get future editions delivered to your inbox every Friday morning at 8 am.

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New Member Spotlight: Advocating Opportunity

The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Advocating Opportunity (AO) as a new member. Founded locally in June 2014 and led by Megan Mattimoe, AO provides trauma-responsive, holistic legal and advocacy services for trafficked and exploited persons. With a team of 23 employees, the organization has grown into a nationally recognized leader in human trafficking intervention, victim support, and systemic advocacy.

In this spotlight, we get to know more about Advocating Opportunity, their mission, and the vision behind their work.

We're Hiring: Join Our Team

Applications accepted until 5 pm on Wednesday, December 3rd . Applications accepted online only.

We're hiring a Manager of Signature Events! Join our dynamic team to plan and execute high-quality events and talent strategy programs, ensuring a first-rate experience for members.

Click the button below to learn more about this open position.

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Celebrating National Entrepreneur's Day

Today we recognize the visionaries, problem-solvers, and trailblazers who fuel innovation and economic growth in the Toledo Region. National Entrepreneur's Day is an opportunity to celebrate the individuals who turn ideas into action, create jobs, and strengthen the fabric of our local economy.

At the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, we are proud to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. Through our Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC), business resources, advocacy, training programs, and the power of meaningful connections, we help local innovators start, grow, and thrive.

To all the entrepreneurs shaping the future of our region — thank you for your hard work, resilience, and commitment. Your success drives our community forward. If we can be of assistance, please reach out.

Events

Grounds for Discussion

December 2, 2025 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |

Copper Moon Studio - 8007 Airport Hwy, Holland

No-cost to attend, but registration is required.

Make your morning coffee run an opportunity to meet and connect with other local professionals, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships. Grounds for Discussion is a no-cost, casual morning networking opportunity, and all are welcome. Bring along a friend or colleague!

Training & Development

Sharpen your skills and grow your business with our featured November courses from the Center for Training & Development

November offers the perfect opportunity to take a step back and assess your organization’s employee benefits. With budgets being finalized and performance reviews approaching, it’s an ideal time to identify ways to position your benefits package to help strengthen retention, boost engagement, and prepare your team for a successful year ahead.

Medical Related Benefits

Medical benefits can not only impact retention, but also internal and external perception, rates of absenteeism, and financial repercussions. This course will guide you in designing, implementing, evaluating, and adjusting your organizational medical benefit plan to meet specific goals.