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Fostoria Economic Development
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Congratulations NSI Crankshaft!
NSI Crankshaft, located at 1815 E. Sandusky St. Fostoria, OH 44830, is proud to announce that they have been awarded a new contract from a leader in the outboard marine engine market. NSI Crankshaft has begun preparations for this new V8 crankshaft program, which will involve hiring approximately 17 new employees, both salary and hourly, along with new machinery investments of nearly $5 million dollars.
The program is scheduled to start production in June of 2019.
We are proud to have NSI doing business in our community and are excited about their continued success, growth and investment in Fostoria.
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North Central Electric Cooperative
and Buckeye Power provided funding for the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) to clear trees from a wooded four-acre parcel in the city’s industrial park, in hopes the land can be developed for another manufacturing facility.
With a Site and Community Assistance matching grant from Buckeye Power, North Central’s wholesale power supplier, the cooperative will pay FEDC $10,410 to clear the parcel so the property can be developed.
This was also featured in the November Ohio Cooperative Living magazine.
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JOBS Fostoria is a rapidly growing resource for both job seekers and businesses in Fostoria who are hiring. Videos featuring local companies hiring have been produced to help advertise this great, local resource.
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ProMedica
Fostoria Community Hospital
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Callies Performance Products
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SMALL BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAMS
January 22 – Get Started with Email Marketing for Small Business
February 14 – First Aid & CPR/AED
February 19 – Social Media Marketing for Small Business
January – March: Excel and PowerPoint Computer Trainings
WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAMS
As we continue to plan our course calendar for January-June 2019 we would love to know what additional training programs you’d like to see offered. Please take a minute to share your thoughts with us in this quick (less than one minute) survey:
Tracey Lawton
Director
Fostoria Learning Center
342 Perry Street, Fostoria, OH 44830
P: 419-408-5540
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Grow Your Business Resources
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RURAL ENERGY for AMERICA PROGRAM
This program is designed to assist rural, small, for-profit businesses and agricultural producers install renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements to their operations. These types of improvements can help eligible applicants control energy input costs and improve the overall profitability of their operations. The grant program can cover up to 25% of the eligible project costs while the loan guarantee can cover up to 75% of the eligible project costs. Grants can range from $1,500 to $500,000 with loan guarantees up to $10,000,000.
The next deadline for accepting applications for the Rural Energy for America Program is October 31, 2018. This deadline applies only to those applicants requesting $20,000 or less. The deadline for accepting applications requesting up to $500,000 is April 30, 2019.
In previous years, this program has helped farmers replace grain dryers; fans and lights for livestock operations; and install solar PV arrays to help offset electrical consumption. Small businesses have benefited through high efficiency lighting; improvements to their HVAC systems; and installation of a renewable energy system to help offset electrical consumption.
Should you be interested in discussing a specific project or in receiving an application to complete for your project, please contact one of the persons listed below:
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January 16, 2019
Return to Work
Tony D'Orazio
York
11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
FOSTORIA LEARNING CENTER
342 Perry Street
Fostoria, OH 44830
**Please note new meeting location**
February 20: Project Dawn/Narcan Demonstration,
Krista Pruitt, Hancock Public Health District
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Thanks to a partnership with Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (formerly WSOS), the community of Fostoria was able to host Deb Brown, co-owner of SaveYour.Town, for four days. While here Deb met with many different groups and organizations and taught them how to use the Idea Friendly method to take small steps to achieve their goals and motivated people to take ownership in their ideas, their community and work to make positive change.
A special thank you Bill and Carol Kinn who hosted Deb in their home during her time in Fostoria. Thank you to all who participated in the meetings!
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A Member Benefit that can save you $$$
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Check out this new insurance plan!
This plan covers
Sole-Proprietors
as well.
Contact a Chamber member insurance agent today!
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Updated 2019 Invest & Connect
We have updated our Invest & Connect for the coming year. Remember this is your guide to getting the most out of your Chamber membership.
Click here
to view.
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2019 Sponsorship Packages are now available.
Sponsorship Packages are a one time ask from us and you can make the most of your marketing $$$. Signing on for a sponsorship package gives your business recognition at all Chamber signature events, on our website and in the Fostoria Area Business Newsletter.
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WE'RE BRINGING BACK
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS!
After the holidays can be tough, but we are here to help. Make plans to join us on January 17.
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Join us
Friday, January 11
for a Chamber ribbon cutting and open house.
Ribbon Cutting at Noon
Lunch Served Noon to 2 p.m.
Hors d'oeuvres and beverages served 2-6 p.m.
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Chadwell Coppus Technologies (CCT) is a technology based company offering IT solutions to business. CCT is locally owned by Brian Coppus and Rick Chadwell. Combined, they have over 40+ years of experience.
CCT provides quality, prompt, and affordable IT services.
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Author of "Biblical Principles to Prosperity," and former U.S. Army 82nd Airborne paratrooper, Professor Wright uses financial tools to best position individuals and business owners toward achieving their own personal and financial goals.
Preparing taxes since 1995, Professor Wright has been a licensed stockbroker, investment advisor, real estate agent, and insurance agent and leverages those experiences and skills to coordinate all facets of his clients' finances. Currently a professor of accounting at a college, Professor Wright is committed to empowering the Fostoria community through financial education, workshops, seminars, and services.
Airborne Financial Group specializes in business accounting and taxes by assisting them in efficient accounting systems and maintaining compliance with tax regulations. Additionally, Airborne Financial Group offers affordable, experienced, and professional tax preparation for individuals.
Professor Wright is available for speaking engagements at churches, community organizations, and non-profit groups.
Airborne Financial Group, LLC is located at 336 S. Main St in Fostoria. For more information, visit
www.airbornefinancialgroup.com
or call (614) 635-5858.
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Meet our newest members...
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125 Schoolhouse St.
Wayne, Ohio
419.288.3075
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Kathy Oliver
, Seneca County Department of Job and Family Services Named Director of the Year.
Kathy was named Director of the Year by the Ohio Job and Family Services Directors' Association.
The award recognizes a director who, through dedicated efforts throughout their career, exemplify the professional qualities and achievements of an outstanding director. Kathy has been the director of the Seneca County ODJFS since 2003.
Congratulations Kathy on this great honor!
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H & Co. Salon
on their ribbon cutting held on December 12.
H & Co. Salon is located at 800 N. Main Street,
formerly Jorie's on Main.
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H & Co. Salon is owned by stylist Heather Bond and is a full service salon offering
offers nail services, waxing, Brazilian Blowout Express
and much more.
Salon hours are Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.,
Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
H & Co. Salon
800 N. Main Street
Fostoria, Ohio 44830
419-435-5332
For more information, find
H & Co. Salon
on
Facebook
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Fostoria Police Division
on their Ribbon Cutting and Open House for Community Leaders on December 10 to highlight recent renovations to the division. The renovations were possible with funds and donations provided by The Greater Fostoria Community Foundation, Don and Judy Miller and Roppe Corp.
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Want to be the highlighted
MEMBER OF THE MONTH?
We want to promote your business!
As a Chamber member you are able to be highlighted as the member of the month once each calendar year.
It's simple and you receive $$$ in advertising at
no additional cost to you.
Member of the Month receives:
Feature article in the Fostoria Area Business Newsletter
Featured on the Chamber's Social Media Platforms
Radio Spots which run on Mix 96.7
and WFOB/ESPN Radio
2 ads in The Review Times
Interested? Fill out this
simple form
, send it back to us and we will handle the rest!
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THANK YOU
Fostoria Rail Preservation Society for another great Christmas season and hosting Santa at the Depot!
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For a complete list of upcoming trips and information
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Dionna Brenamen Insurance & Financial Services, State Farm
Fruth & Co. PLL
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Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau | 419-435-0486 | www.FostoriaOhio.org
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