​Though today is the final day of March and therefore the final day of Women’s History Month, we still have one more incredible woman-owned Toledo Chamber member business to share with you in celebration of the month! Dee Weik, president and CEO of Carpets by Otto, shares with us about her beginnings in the business and how she and her husband, Otto, came in to business ownership. Enjoy!

04.06 – Gain the knowledge you need to kick-start your business venture. Led by the Small Business Development Services team, this event provides insight into choosing the right entity as well as preparation when it comes to start-up mistakes and operations. 

The Small Business Development Center provides one-on-one counseling centered on the business planning process, including financing, market research, marketing strategies, and management and cash flow analysis.

04.19 – During this FOCUS|2022 presented by KeyBank event, Executive Director Stuart James will discuss his plans for The Ability Center and his vision for northwest Ohio. Attendees can also expect FOCUS lunch mainstays, including updates from the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, Regional Growth Partnership and Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority; networking with other business leaders and like-minded community members; and a delicious lunch provided by the Toledo Museum of Art.

05.03 – Join us on May 3, 2022 at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting presented by Fifth Third Bank as author and international speaker Ridgely Goldsborough delivers our keynote address. Ridgely will help leaders strengthen their ability to attract and retain employees by understanding and leveraging the power of Authentic Messaging and the use of their WHY in their messaging. Participants will leave with specific tools, templates and formulas, as well as the clarity of how to use them in all of their marketing immediately after the session, with both their existing team members and new prospects.

05.18 – We believe in the power of advocacy and the strength in showing up. You deserve to be heard by our elected leaders.

We need your help. Join your fellow Chamber members and economic development leaders for a conversation with legislators from the Toledo region and members of the House and Senate leadership at Bricker & Eckler in Columbus. This is your chance to speak up – your voice will make a difference in accurately representing the region and ensuring our challenges and opportunities get the attention they deserve.

RNR Tire Express: April 2: You're invited to the GRAND Opening Celebration

NAMI Greater Toledo: April 8: You're invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Rally for Mental Health

TARTA: Please take this TARTA Next Service Scenarios Survey

NOHRA: April 21: Inclusion 2022 Conference. Members register with code INCLUSION-TC

Buckeye Community Arts Network: April 22: You're invited to BCAN's 5th birthday celebration