SCEDC Annual Review Video and
Annual Meeting of Investors
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Sandusky County, Ohio continued to thrive throughout 2021. The SCEDC's annual review video highlights some of our projects throughout the county, as well as, the SCEDC's goals, and tactics this past year.
Thank you to everyone who attended the SCEDC's Annual Meeting of Investors held at the Neeley Center on February 24th. The SCEDC is honored to work alongside of you and we appreciate the continued support of our board of directors and investors.
Thank you to our featured speaker, Jim Robey who did a phenomenal job of providing economic trends and forecasts for the nation, as well as, Sandusky County. Finally, thank you to outgoing board president Hans Rosebrock, and outgoing executive committee member Wade Weaver. We appreciate your leadership throughout the years.
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Fremont - Sandusky County
Ranked Top 10 Micropolitan in Nation
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Site Selection Magazine’s Governor’s Cup Awards
Top Metro and Micropolitan Areas for Corporate Facility Investment.
The 68-year-old Atlanta-based magazine has awarded the Governor’s Cup annually since 1988, based on new and expanded corporate facilities as tracked by the proprietary Conway Projects Database. Site Selection, published by Conway Inc., is the senior publication in the corporate real estate and economic development fields and is the official publication of the Industrial Asset Management Council. Site Selection's yearly analyses are regarded by corporate real estate analysts as "the industry scoreboard." The magazine's circulation base consists of 48,000 subscribers, most of whom are involved in corporate site selection decisions at the CEO/President/COO level.
Overall data from the full 2021 calendar year show a pronounced upswing in project activity compared to data from the pandemic-affected economy of 2020.
- Ohio Ranked Number 2 for Governor's Cup, same as 2020, with 507 Project Count.
- Ohio Ranked Number 4 in Top 10 States Per Capita for the Governor's Cup.
- Ohio Ranked Number 1 of Top 10 States with the Most Top Micropolitans.
- Ohio had 13 Top Micros and 100 projects within those Micros.
- Top Micros included #1 Findlay, OH; #3 Wooster, OH; and Tied for #10 FREMONT, OH and Tiffin, OH!
Micropolitans are cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people which cover at least one county.
Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation and Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership hosted a joint press conference on March 1st at Terra State Community College.
Fremont - Sandusky County and Tiffin - Seneca County have tied for the 10th best Micropolitan in the nation, based off of Site Selection Magazine’s rankings for economic development projects.
Cory Stine, President of the Terra State Foundation, welcomed the attendees to campus and introduced Mike Jay, Director of Strategic Networks with Regional Growth Partnership made the announcement. Beth Hannam, Executive Director of the SCEDC and David Zak, President of TSEP, were the emcees for the remainder of the event. Making remarks at the event were State Senator Bill Reineke, State Representative Gary Click, Sandusky County Commissioner Scott Miller, Seneca County Commissioner Tony Paradiso, Fremont Mayor Danny Sanchez, Clyde Vice Mayor Chris Shay, and Tiffin Mayor Aaron Montz.
Other notable rankings for Ohio and our region can be found through the link below.
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High School Student Job Fair | |
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The High School Job Fair is open to all investors who are looking to fill positions including full-time, part-time (including summer-only positions) or internship opportunities. Sandusky County High School Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores have been invited to attend the event. The job fair will be held on April 20 from 8 am – 12:30 pm at Vanguard Career & Technical Center.
Click Here to view or print the flyer. Please note that space is limited and registration is open to the first 30 registrants.
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YouScience
Through the work of the Sandusky County Business Advisory Council of which the SCEDC is a partner, five of our Sandusky County School Districts are now subscribed to a new resource to help connect our labor pool to YOU through the platform - YouScience.
Now for the first time, companies are being permitted to register on the YouScience system, making your company more visible to high school students! The Employer Connection Portal is a platform to assist Sandusky County students become aware and better understand the businesses in our community.
Are you ready to find your future workforce?
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Sandusky County Regional Airport Names New Airport Manager | |
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Clyde- Sandusky County, Ohio - Sandusky County Regional Airport (SCRA) has hired Michael Russell as the new airport manager.
“The Sandusky County Regional Airport Authority is pleased to have Mr. Russell on board as the Airport Manager,” said Bruce Schrader, Sandusky County Regional Airport Authority President. “Michael is an excellent fit for this position. We are confident that with his background in Army Aviation that he will continue to provide outstanding service to airport users. We look forward to him building a stronger relationship between the airport, the flying public, industries, and our local communities”.
As Airport Manager Michael’s responsibilities include efficient daily operations of the Sandusky County Regional Airport, ensuring that all assigned personnel and equipment are ready to support customers in the safety of flight. Michael will also be responsible for exploring new opportunities to mutually support the airport and the local community and following all state and federal requirements within the airport.
Mr. Russell, a Detroit native, graduated from Michigan State University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and German Language and Literature. Michael taught languages for both private and public secondary education sectors before deciding to join the Army. His military career began in 1995, and he served as an enlisted Soldier, senior Noncommissioned Officer, and Chief Warrant Officer for Air Traffic Services. Michael attended the FAA Academy and completed his Army Aviation training at Fort Rucker, Alabama. He was deployed on four tours and has served on special duty assignments with the US Air Force and Republic of Korea Army. Michael retired from the US Army in 2020, receiving the Legion of Merit award for over 25 years of exceptionally meritorious service.
“I really enjoyed working in airspace and hoped to continue along that trajectory once I retired from the military. When I heard about the position through Indeed.com, I knew that it would be an excellent fit for my background and skill set” stated Russell.
Since retirement, Michael and his wife, Constancia, volunteered for 14 months on a co-pastoral team doing mission work for an independent church in coastal, northern rural Peru. Mr. and Mrs. Russell have eight children and ten grandchildren and are happy to return to the Midwest.
About SCRA: The Sandusky County Regional Airport is General Aviation facility equipped to support the corporate, commercial, and recreational aircraft. Operations such as freight, law enforcement, emergency medical transportation, aerial application and utility inspection are supported with fuel, hangars, rental vehicles, concierge and loading services on a 24/7/365 basis.
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LOCAL, COUNTY, AND STATE NEWS | |
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Uniloy, Inc., is a leading blow molding machine and mold technology company serving the global plastics processing industry. According to Uniloy President and CEO Brian Marston, “Century’s experience and manufacturing expertise in multiple blow molding technologies will further bolster our position as a leader in molds across the blow molding spectrum That’s something no other blow molding technology company can claim.” Tim Myers, SCEDC Board of Directors and General Manager of Century Die, was quoted as saying “ We have a solid and closely-knit team here at Century Die Company. After meeting with Brian and the leadership team at Uniloy, I can see we share many common beliefs and synergies that will ensure a smooth and prosperous transition for those in Fremont (Ohio) and Tecumseh (Michigan).”
Congratulations and best of luck to Tim, Century Die, and Uniloy!
Click Here to view the full press release.
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Crown Battery in the Olympics | |
Crown Battery had 15 sets of batteries, chargers, and accessories being used in the 2022 Winter Olympics!
Gold Medal goes to Crown Battery!
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- The Spring Career Fair will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center.
- Free Webinar: We have two more free trainings available through our partnership with the Small Business Administration
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SAVE THE DATE! March 15th from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (hybrid option) – Need Help Creating Marketing Materials? Learn how to create eye catching awareness and advertising using Canva presented by Tim Wasserman
- Upcoming Trainings:
- Implicit Bias: Recognizing Blind Spots to Achieve Organization Success – Jan. 26 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. $109
- Creating a Better Employee Experience – Feb. 24 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. $169
- Branding Your Business – Mar. 16 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. $109
- Building Inclusive Communities – Mar. 24 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. $109
- CPR & First Aid
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Food Safety – ServSafe Manager and Person in Charge *Please note the Feb. 15 date has been canceled.
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace – Feb. 15 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
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Computer Classes – Word Level II – Feb. 7th & 9th; Excel Level II – Feb. 16 & 23 Classes are from 4 – 8 p.m. and cost is $139
- Beginning Spanish – Feb. 3 – 5:00 – 6:30 (6 weeks) $75
We have a lot of other classes coming up this spring, so please be sure to keep an eye out, or visit https://learn.terra.edu for more information. I will continue to keep you updated and send out flyers. We also have a wide array of online trainings available and you can contact me with any specific needs you have and we will be happy to assist you.
Holly L. Hoffman
Coordinator of Workforce & Community Education
Terra State Community College
2830 Napoleon Road
Fremont, Ohio 43420
Direct Line: 419.559.2166
Kern Center: 419.559.2464
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Government Contracting Series | |
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Join the Northern Ohio SBA District Office and the Procurement Technical Assistance Center monthly to learn more about contracting with various federal agencies. The Presentations will include topics such as what does each agency do, what goods and services does it procure, and how to do business with the
US ARMY
DATE: 3/9/2022
TIME: 11a.m. - 12:30p.m.
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Join the Northern Ohio SBA District Office and the Procurement Technical Assistance Center monthly to learn more about contracting with various federal agencies. The Presentations will include topics such as what does each agency do, what goods and services does it procure, and how to do business with the
U.S. Department of the Treasury
DATE: 8/28/2022
TIME: 9a.m. - 10:30p.m.
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Get an SBA-Backed Loan - 5 Part Entrepreneurial Webinar Series | |
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Session 4: March 15, 2022
11:30a.m. - 12:15p.m.
What is Capital?
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Session 5: March 29, 2022
11:30a.m. - 12:15p.m.
Get Ready!
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BUILDINGS AND SITES
Sandusky County is a growing business hub that is well-positioned for investment, growth, and development. Strategically located in Northwest Ohio, Sandusky County is a prime location for businesses that are looking to locate/relocate or to expand, offering companies access to a large pool of talented workforce; affordable, flexible, and attractive real estate options; strategic access via an intermodal transportation network; and excellent education options.
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BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY MAPPING
Access to data that drives the growth of your business. Search SizeUp and gain instant access to local & sector-specific data, allowing you to make informed business decisions. Explore suppliers and competition, ways to optimize your marketing, key demographics, and customers. With SizeUp you can escalate your Sandusky County business or find numerous reasons to establish one here.
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LOCAL INCENTIVES
Communities in Sandusky County have a wide range of incentives available to assist new and expanding businesses.
- Enterprise Zone Program
- Community Reinvestment Area (CRA)
- Job Retention & Creation Incentive Income Tax Credit
- Opportunity Zone Program
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STATE INCENTIVES
Grant funding and tax credits are among the most sought after incentives of new and expanding businesses. JobsOhio and the local municipalities within Sandusky County have programs in place offering these benefits to encourage business growth. These programs of varying focus are typically tied to job creation and new capital investment in fixed assets.
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