Our office will occasionally be closed for meetings. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we will return as soon as possible.

For urgent matters, please call and leave a message.

We will get back you to promptly. 937-548-2102

CHAMBER HIGHLIGHT

Member Directory Update Reminder

We recently emailed all members requesting company updates and changes to ensure your information on our website and in the new Chamber Directory is accurate and up to date before printing.

If you did not receive the email, please email Kim with any updates to your business information, including changes to contact details, address, website, employees, or services. We appreciate your help in keeping our directory current and useful for all members.

CHAMBER NEWS

Join us for Business After Hours on October 1st!

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We’re looking for Chamber members to sponsor upcoming Chamber on Tap events!

Held on the second Wednesday of every month, Chamber on Tap is our casual, after-work networking event — no program, no speeches, just good conversations and a chance to connect with other local professionals.

For $250, your business can sponsor a month of Chamber on Tap and help us keep these events free and easy for our members to attend.

It’s a great, affordable way to support Chamber programming, get your name in front of fellow members, and be part of one of our favorite monthly get-togethers.

Interested in claiming a month?

Reach out to the Chamber office at 937-548-2102 or email Rachel!

Join us on October 14 for Chamber on Tap!

No program, no speeches, just good conversations and a chance to connect with other local professionals.

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Join us Wednesday, October 14, for Pancakes & Professionals, an open forum where business and community members can share updates, hear what's new, ask questions, and make connections over breakfast.

Each attendee will have up to five minutes to share what's happening in their business or organization, upcoming events, or opportunities for collaboration. It's a great way to stay informed, promote what you're working on, and learn what's happening across our community.

📅 Event Details

Wednesday, October 15

8:30 – 10:00 AM

The 1819 Room at Hotel Versailles

🥞 Open to all business professionals.

Whether you're a Chamber member, a small business owner, nonprofit leader, or community partner, we'd love to see you there.

Please register so we can plan breakfast!

https://www.darkecountyohio.com/pancakes---professionals

There's still time to join us-

FY27 Safety Council!

Earn a 3% rebate on your BWC premium-

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Purpose

The primary purpose of the Agriculture Committee is to be involved in the promotion and support of agriculture by informing the community through public events.

Interested in joining our Ag Committee? Email Rachel!

You Don't Need “HR” in Your Title to

Join HR Council

Who handles the people side of your business?

If you're the person interviewing applicants, onboarding new employees, answering benefit questions, dealing with workplace issues, writing policies, managing performance or trying to keep good employees – you're doing HR, whether it's in your job title or not.

The Darke County Chamber's HR Council is designed for HR professionals and the managers, supervisors, office managers, business owners and other team members who find themselves responsible for people.

Our new quarterly, in-person roundtable format is focused on real conversations about the issues local employers are actually facing. Recent discussions have included employee financial stress and second jobs, participation in workplace wellness programs, and when AI does – and doesn't – belong in HR.

You don't have to be an HR expert. You just need to be someone who deals with people.

Learn more, join HR Council and tell us what topics you'd like to discuss at darkecountyohio.com/hr.

LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE

Purpose

The Legislative Committee of the Darke County Chamber of Commerce (DCCC) is committed to reviewing, developing, and supporting issues that promote a positive, pro-active economic environment and enhanced quality of life. The Chamber believes that laws and regulations should serve the public without acting as a detriment to business development and growth.

Join us for our Legislative Meeting on September 24 via Zoom, where we'll hear updates from our State Delegation.

Email Rachel for meeting details.

Here's the newest weekly Ohio update of Duane Morris Government Strategies by Katie DeLand, Ohio Director

Interested in joining a committee or council to get more involved?

Contact the Chamber to let us know.

Does your business or organization have a press release or event you'd like to share with our 260+ members? Email your press release to kimm@darkecountyohio.com to see it in the next Chamber Connection!

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MEMBER NEWS & PRESS RELEASES

CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFITS

Did you know that many alternative discounts are available to help reduce your annual Ohio workers’ compensation costs? Through the Sedgwick workers’ compensation program, your organization can significantly reduce your workers’ compensation costs through a variety of alternative rating programs. Sedgwick offers you quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment.

For over 50 years, Sedgwick has been helping employers navigate Ohio’s workers’ compensation system, providing services to help them control claim-related costs and reduce premiums. Sedgwick serves nearly 65,000 Ohio employers including organizations of all sizes operating in various industries across the state. Group rating programs administered by Sedgwick have produced over $4 billion in savings since group rating was introduced in 1991, and their group retrospective programs have returned over $1 billion in premium refunds since the program began in 2009.

If your organization is not yet participating in this member benefit, and you would like to receive a free, no-obligation analysis from Sedgwick, email Julia Bowling at julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or to apply online Click here. 

Contact Sedgwick:

Julia Bowling

Phone: 513-218-4062

Email: julia.bowling@sedgwick.com

Website: www.sedgwick.com/ohiotpa

Sedgwick Safety Resource Page

www.sedgwick.com/ohiotpa/resources

Useful Links

• BWC Division of Safety and Hygiene
• Sedgwick TPA
• Group-Rating Safety Accountability Letter

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Hello Members!

When competing with online retail, small businesses who own a brick-and-mortar store must factor in leasing and utility costs with their overall business forecast.  Operating “lean” can help a business owner to take control of their energy plan and reduce operating expenses. We’re sharing helpful tips on how to conduct a self-discovery audit of all energy uses in your space. The attached flyer highlights tips to generate significant savings opportunities by changing practices, or by making a minimal capital investment. Reduce your energy bills by 1) saving on your supply rate and 2) taking small steps to use less energy!

If you'd like to explore potential savings for your business, please review the flyer and contact the Chamber Energy Program team at billreview@ampica.com to request a utility bill audit (please attach a copy of your utility bill), and mention “store front tips”, or by calling 330-208-2082 to leave a message and receive a call back to speak to our customer account team personally with your questions.

No time to send out another email? Follow the Chamber Energy Program on Facebook, and share the Energy Tips Post, and share to your chamber page!

Stay tuned each month for information that is tailored to your chamber members!

Warm regards, 

Joyce Parton 

Senior Director, Affinity Programs

M: 330.730.2350

O: 330.409.7892

Take advantage of your free FedEx shipping discounts through SOCA

When it comes to ensuring prompt and dependable delivery of your business supplies, FedEx and SOCA offer solutions to meet your shipping needs. Chamber businesses can benefit from substantial cost savings on their shipping, thanks to discounts of 45% on FedEx Express and 25% on FedEx Ground. The program is simple to enroll in and easy to use, making it more convenient and affordable to ensure the prompt and reliable delivery of aviation parts and materials. Take advantage of these discounts by enrolling today. 

For more information on any Chamber events or meetings, please click the graphic to email Rachel!

Email kimm@darkecountyohio.com with any information you'd like shared in our weekly newsletter!

We thank our Diamond Circle and Executive Prestige level members

for their ongoing support of the Darke County Chamber of Commerce.