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SCEDC, SCCVB, Chamber Open Houses

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The Sandusky County Chamber of Commerce, Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation, and Sandusky County Visitors Bureau are partnering to celebrate their newly renovated spaces with 3 ribbon cuttings and 3 open houses, in 1 day! The SCEDC would love for you to join us at our office as we host an official ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce of Sandusky County. If you would like to be here for the ribbon cutting, we encourage you to arrive no later than 12:45p.m. Please feel free to stop in any time between 1:00-3:00p.m. that afternoon to catch up with the SCEDC staff and see our renovated space!


Stop 1:

Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation - 1 pm ribbon cutting (open house from 1-3 pm).

2511 Countryside Dr, Ste C, Fremont

*Assorted Wraps/Sandwiches and Desserts will be provided.


Stop 2:

Sandusky County Visitors Bureau - 2 pm ribbon cutting (open house from 1-3 pm).

712 North St, Ste 102, Fremont

* Charcuterie and light refreshments will be provided.


Stop 3:

Sandusky County Chamber of Commerce - 3 pm ribbon cutting (open house from 3-4:30 pm).

1245 Napoleon St. Fremont

* Food from Jimmy G's food truck is available for purchase.

* No registration required


If you have time, we highly encourage you to stop into the SCCVB and Chamber offices as well throughout the day.


We look forward to seeing you!

SCRAA New Manager Meet and Greet

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Sandusky County Regional Airport Authority Board Of Directors

Invites you, your Board of Directors along with your Members to a……

“MEET & GREET” for our new Airport Manager, Michael Russell

Date & Time: Monday, April 18th, 4:00 to 6:00 pm

Location: 1500 CR 220, Clyde Ohio 43420 | FAA Identifier: S24


Grab your attached boarding pass and join us…we hope to see you there, April 18th!


YouScience

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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?

Register Here

LOCAL, COUNTY, AND STATE NEWS

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OMA Publishes New Edition of Manufacturing Counts

The 2022 edition of "Ohio Manufacturing Counts" is now available. It shows Ohio manufacturing is responsible for:

  • Nearly 18% of Ohio’s private-sector GDP;
  • More than 650,000 Ohio jobs;
  • An annual payroll of $42 billion; and
  • More than $45 billion in exports to 209 countries and territories.


Small Business Basics

The Ohio Small Business Development Center at Terra State Community College is offering free, three-hour seminars, “Small Business Basics,” that will answer questions about starting, buying or expanding a small business.

This seminar will take the confusion out of your efforts and help you avoid costly mistakes and unnecessary steps. Learn the basics of name registration, licensing, taxes, zoning, business entities, employees, insurance, financing and business planning. The April schedule is:

 

Location:

Terra State Community College

2830 Napoleon Road, Fremont, Ohio 43420

Doepker Leadership & Entrepreneurial Center, Building B, Room 103

Dates & Times:

Wednesday, April 6, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 20, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

 

These events are free and open to the public.

To register or for more information, contact Miranda Hoffman, Director of the Ohio Small Business Development Center at 419-559-2210 or mhoffma05@terra.edu.

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Webinars

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Discover How to find bid opportunities with the Ohio Department of Transportation.

What contracting programs exist with the federal government

What is a Drug Free Workplace plan and how it can help your business

How the SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help get you the right surety bond for your next project


Preparing for Construction Season

DATE: 4/5/2022

TIME: 9a.m. - 12:00p.m.

Register Today
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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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EXPLORE OUR OPTIONS

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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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BETH HANNAM | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR


419.332.2882

DIRECTOR@SANDUSKYCOUNTYEDC.ORG

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