Fostoria Business Newsletter

We are recruiting for our next cohort! This course will be held on Monday nights.

10 weeks, 1 night a week from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

$250, includes participant resource kit and 10 week course

APPLY NOW

CO.STARTERS provides and action-driven, collaborative process with a small and supportive group of like-minded people. Over ten sessions, you’ll identify your assumptions about why and how your business will work and then talk through those.

Entrepreneurship is an exciting journey, but the path isn’t always clear.

CO.STARTERS Core is a 10-week program that walks you through a proven process to get your business unstuck and off the ground.

Trusted by over 24,000 entrepreneurs, CO.STARTERS Core might be for you if:

You have a business idea, but have no idea how to actually start a business
You have a creative hobby (like photography, baking, pottery, etc.) that you’d love to monetize
You have a side-hustle, but you aren’t sure if you could turn it into a full-time gig
You’ve started a business, but feel stuck trying to scale it or launch a new revenue stream

During each live-facilitated session, you’ll work with a group of 10-15 likeminded entrepreneurs through ten foundational topics.

Stronger Together: Building Momentum for Progress

Join us for the joint annual meeting of the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) and the Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 20th. This event is a fantastic opportunity to hear updates on economic development initiatives, celebrate accomplishments, and connect with business and community leaders dedicated to Fostoria’s growth. Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and engage with fellow professionals shaping our community’s future. Please RSVP by March 13th to Sherry at admin@fostoriachamber.com or 419-435-0486, to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!

Seneca County Awarded $2.75 Million Grant to Address Housing Shortages in Fostoria and Tiffin:

The Seneca County Land Reutilization Corporation, in collaboration with the City of Tiffin, City of Fostoria, Fostoria Economic Development Corporation, and Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership, is proud to announce the award of a $2.75 million grant under the Welcome Home Ohio program. This grant will support the construction of 8-10 new affordable, owner-occupied homes—in Fostoria and in Tiffin—marking a step toward addressing the county's housing shortfall.

To read the entire press release click here.

CPR/AED Training:

Need to renew your CPR & First Aid certification for 2025? Chamber member BK Training Solutions

offers professional training to keep you and your team prepared! The dates for the next trainings are February 20th and March 24th. Both dates will have a morning and afternoon class, but spots are limited so reach out today to schedule a session for yourself or your company to Jocelyn, director@fostoriachamber.com or at 419-435-0486.

Destination Seneca County
Reinhart Auto Body
Superior Credit Union
Fairway Estates
Fifth Third Bank
Fostoria Pizza Palace
Geary Family YMCA
Old Fort Bank
WFIN-WKXA-106.3 The Fox
Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Center
First Step Domestic Violence Shelter
KemoSabes
Hoening Funeral Home
City of Fostoria

Our members are doing GREAT things!

Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting:

On January 15th, we had the pleasure of joining forces with the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening of El Dorado Diner, located at 150 W. Lytle Street, with a joint ribbon-cutting ceremony! 🌟 The event was filled with excitement as we welcomed this vibrant new addition to our community. A big thank you to everyone who came out to show their support—here’s to the Gonzalez Family's success!

Big News: National Trails Expands with Bliss Charters!

National Trails is growing bigger and better with the acquisition of Bliss Charters, a trusted name in charter bus services since 1988.

Bliss Charters, founded by Bill and Joella Feasel, began as a heartfelt mission to provide transportation for their local community with a strong focus on customer satisfaction, Christian values, and service with heart. Over the years, the Bliss fleet grew and earned a reputation for safety and excellence.

Today, Bliss Charters officially joins the National Trails family, combining their shared commitment to safety, reliability, and customer care. Under the leadership of Mr. Austin Arksey, they are excited to continue serving communities and making memories across the Midwest and beyond.