July 28, 2026

Grounds for Discussion

presented by NAMI Greater Toledo

NEXT WEEK! August 4, 2026 | 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Fastsigns| 1012 McCord Rd., 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.

Summer Legislative Reception

presented by Buckeye Broadband

August 14, 2026 | 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

National Museum of the Great Lakes |1701 Front St., Toledo

Build Relationships. Shape Policy. Strengthen Our Region.

Connect with fellow business leaders and the elected officials shaping the future of the Toledo Region at the Summer Legislative Reception presented by Buckeye Broadband on Friday, August 14.

This annual event offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with local, state, and federal policymakers, ask questions about the issues impacting your business, and build the relationships that help drive meaningful dialogue and informed decision-making.

Bringing together the private and public sectors strengthens our collective voice and helps foster a business climate that supports economic growth and prosperity throughout the Toledo Region.

Members of the Ohio General Assembly, local elected officials, and federal and statewide officeholders have been invited to attend.

Reserve your spot today and be part of the conversations shaping our region's future.

New Member Spotlight: Alcorn Industries, Inc.

From custom-engineered tooling to advanced assembly solutions, Alcorn Industrial is helping manufacturers solve complex production challenges across the Toledo Region. Learn how this family-owned company has grown from a small Indiana tool supplier into an innovative engineering solutions provider—and why its customer-first approach continues to set it apart nearly 50 years later.

We're Hiring!

Are you passionate about helping entrepreneurs succeed? The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) Director and a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Director to lead two of the region's premier business assistance programs.

Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) Director: Through strategic leadership, business consulting, managing grant-funded initiatives, and building strong partnerships throughout the community this leadership position helps minority, small, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses start, grow, and succeed while advancing the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Director: This leadership role oversees the SBDC team, provides strategic guidance to small business owners, and helps drive economic growth by connecting entrepreneurs with the resources they need to start, grow, and thrive.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the Toledo Region's small and minority business community, we encourage you to learn more and apply today.

Nominations Due by Friday for TRCC Board of Trustees

All nominations must be mailed to:

Chairman, Nominating Committee

Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce

300 Madison Ave., Ste. 200

Toledo, OH 43604

In accordance with the by-laws of the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce the organization is providing its membership the opportunity to submit nominations for individuals to serve on the Chamber's Board of Trustees. You may nominate yourself or another individual.

All nominations must be received by Friday, July 31st. A nominating committee has been duly appointed and all nominations will be reviewed by the committee, however, it should not be assumed that all nominations will stand for election.

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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