August 18, 2026

Welcome to the TRCC Team: Meet Amy Blankenship, MBA

Meet Amy Blankenship, TRCC’s new VP, Finance.

A Northwest Ohio native, Amy grew up in Williams County and spent 20 years in Archbold before moving to Whitehouse. After earning her MBA, she spent eight years with Sauder Woodworking and the past three years with Metal Forming & Coining (NETFORM) in Maumee, bringing extensive financial and business experience to her new role at the Chamber.

Welcome to the TRCC Team: Meet Mitch Matuszak, MBA

Meet Mitchel “Mitch” Matuszak, TRCC’s new VP, Small Business Services and SBDC Director

A finance and operations professional with a strong commitment to the Toledo Region, Mitch thrives at the intersection of strategic operations and community development and is excited to bring that energy to the Chamber. His career has included roles ranging from research administration to finance director in the public health sector, and he is also a proud co-founder of Alliance Toledo.

Grounds for Discussion

presented by NAMI Greater Toledo

September 1, 2026 | 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Arthur Murray Dance Studio| 5650 W Central Ave., Toledo

This no-cost, casual, monthly morning gathering is designed to spark conversations, expand your network, and help you build relationships that strengthen your business. Over coffee and open dialogue, you’ll meet new peers, exchange ideas, and walk away with connections that matter.

Focus on Business Member Lunch

presented by KeyBank

September 16, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion| 2444 Monroe St., Toledo

The Focus on Business Member Lunch series, presented by KeyBank, returns next month. Join fellow business leaders for a fast-paced, high-impact lunch that keeps you informed and connected.

Join us in September to hear from Keynote Speaker Dr. Ray Bignall, Chief Health Equity Officer at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Plus receive an update on the 2027 U.S. Women's Open Championship at Inverness Club from the USGA Team.  

Pizza & Politics

The Power Panel

September 30, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

300 Madison Ave., 8th Floor Conference Rooms 807/809

Connect with like-minded business leaders and community members to discuss issues important to the Toledo region over a slice of pie.

Join us for Pizza & Politics: The Power Panel, a lunchtime conversation exploring the region's energy landscape and the technologies that power it. 

America 250 – Business Spotlight Opportunity

If your business would like to be featured in this historic community celebration, contact: iharrison@buckeyebroadband.com

See spotlight examples here.

America’s 250th anniversary is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone marking a quarter-millennium of freedom, innovation, and community.

In that spirit, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Buckeye Broadband to present a spotlight series of local businesses that are at the heart of our region’s economy.

Participating businesses will receive a professionally produced video feature and year-long patriotic exposure across television, streaming, and social platforms as part of the “Celebrate 250: Local Pride. National Spirit.” campaign.

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