Commerce Connects 2.26.24

Cannabis Control Superintendent Speaks at Columbus Metropolitan Club Forum

Division of Cannabis Control Superintendent Jim Canepa spoke at a Columbus Metropolitan Club forum last week about the passage of Issue 2 and the path forward for the non-medical cannabis market in Ohio. Canepa spoke about the work currently underway within the new division to establish rules for the market under the timeline set forth by the voter-initiated statute. He also discussed the process being followed to ensure fair access to the non-medical cannabis marketplace, as well as how the new market can reduce or crush the black market for cannabis. You can watch the entire discussion here.

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SFM Unveils New Search and Rescue House

The future of firefighting and EMS search and rescue training was on full display last week as State Fire Marshal leaders cut the ribbon and officially introduced its new Search and Rescue Training House. The innovative structure is designed to provide first responders with a safe and dynamic training environment that prepares them for scenarios they may encounter in the field.

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The Ohio Historical Underground Railroad Trail

Join your colleagues for the first DAS Perspectives Series event of the year! In recognition of Black History Month, DAS Director Kathleen C. Madden will welcome experts to discuss the new Ohio Historical Underground Railroad Trail at noon this Tuesday, Feb. 27 in the Rhodes Tower Lobby Hearing Room. If you are unable to attend in person, the event will be livestreamed on the Ohio Channel.

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Praise Profile: Exemplary Efforts Acknowledged

In the spirit of fostering a culture of appreciation and recognition within the agency, we are continuing to select a note of praise each month from the Commerce Teams channel to highlight the exceptional efforts of team members who have gone above and beyond at work. Recently, Ted Pyles, Mark Meade, and Stephen Altman of General Services received well-deserved recognition for their outstanding teamwork and dedication from Rick Selegue, Chief Bedding Inspector.

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SWI! Reminder

Attention, supervisors! If you're concerned that you missed this month's Supervising with IMPACT! topic "Employee Retention," fret not! There is one more virtual session on Wednesday, Feb. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon on Microsoft Teams.

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Commerce Kudos

Unclaimed Funds Researcher II Cindy Kelly received kudos from a claimant after Cindy helped her claim missing money. "I just want you to know I have had an amazing experience with you," the claimant said. "This was one of the most stressful and horrific things that could happen to a single mom whose entire savings was missing. You are truly an angel!"

Great job, Cindy!