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OFFICIAL 2010 SMALL BUSINESS PARTNERS
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Women's Leadership Forum to be Held March 17
"High-Performance Organizations: Sustaining Excellence Through Engagement"
GreaterFindlayInc.'s Women's Leadership Forum will be held 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, March 17 at The Findlay Country Club, 1500 Country Club Drive. The forum is open to all men and women business professionals looking for opportunities to advance their career. Presented by Time Warner Cable Business Class in partnership with GreaterFindlayInc.'s Chamber of Commerce, the forum was created to provide business leadership development, education and mentorship opportunities for professional women in the Greater Findlay business community. The keynote speaker for the event will be Julie Williamson-Wright, ERP Business Analyst at Cooper Tire & Rubber Company, who will present "High-Performance Organizations: Sustaining Excellence Through Engagement." The keynote will focus on the top things that make employees feel empowered and engaged on the job, and how to discover and leverage the strengths of employees to build trusting relationships, and improve productivity. Julie Williamson-Wright holds a degree in Technology Management from The University of Findlay, and is pursuing an MBA from Colorado State University. She has worked in web development, marketing and design, and in her current position, Julie is responsible for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) global communication at Cooper Tire & Rubber, including the onboarding of business process leaders and change management. Julie is also responsible for working with business process leaders to support, monitor and improve global business processes to drive continuous improvement for the company. Julie has worked with Habitat for Humanity and the American Cancer Society, and continues to be very active in the Findlay-Hancock County community. She is also the recipient of The American Business Women's Association "Work Associate of the Year" award. Doors for the event open at 11 a.m. with registration, networking and exhibitors commencing at 11:15 a.m. Lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m. followed by the presentation 12-1 p.m.
The Program Sponsors for the event are Eastman & Smith and Best Buy Distribution Centers. Exhibitors include Workspace Concepts, The Community Foundation, Aardvark, Inc., Meaningful Wellness and Keepsake Portraits. Beth Wilson of Mix 96.7 will serve as the event emcee.
Advanced registration for the Forum is required by Friday, March 12, 2010. Cost to attend is $20 for GFI Members and $25 non-members. For more information, or to register, contact GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313 or visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
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New Study Shows Chamber Members Offer Safer Bet When it Comes To Business Credit Risk
Chamber members pay their bills faster, possess better credit scores than other businesses
The American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) today announced the publication of a new study detailing the credit scores and payment behavior of ten local chambers of commerce across the United States, comparing their member businesses with other regional, state and national business averages. Produced by Cortera™, a community-driven business credit bureau, on behalf of ACCE, the study found that chamber of commerce members possess an average credit score of 629, compared to a 557 average score for businesses at large. Such scores - the payment behavior from which they are derived -- play a significant role in attracting lines of credit and securing favorable terms from lenders and suppliers. A complete copy of the study, which includes both the aggregate findings, as well as the individual commercial credit scores for each of the ten local chambers, is available on the ACCE and Cortera sites. The study was contracted by ACCE and performed by Cortera, which reviewed payment behavior for chamber member businesses.
"Chamber members have long been seen as responsible and reliable members of their community," said Mick Fleming, president and CEO of ACCE. "What this study indicates is that the perception is right. From a credit standpoint, chamber members on average are better businesses, and as a result they have significant advantages in obtaining the funds they need. In this economy and the tight credit environment we are experiencing, that's especially important."
"The economic health of the entire supply chain is dependent on the payment behavior of each of its stakeholders," said Jim Swift, president and CEO of Cortera. "This study suggests that chamber members are among the most dependable participants in this ecosystem."
Click HERE for the complete report.
Want to do business with Chamber members? Browse GreaterFindlayInc.'s online Member Directory! |
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2010 Hancock Youth Leadership Applications Available
 Applications are now being accepted for the Hancock Youth Leadership class of 2011, with sessions beginning in August. Hancock Youth Leadership is open to students who begin their junior year in the fall in Hancock County and Findlay City Schools who have a 3.0 or higher GPA. Applications will be available at all high school guidance offices on February 19th and must be returned to the principal or guidance counselor by April 9, 2010. Hancock Youth Leadership is a program sponsored by the Hancock Leadership Alumni Association and GreaterFindlayInc.'s Chamber of Commerce. The Hancock Youth Leadership program is an investment in the future of Findlay and Hancock County. Its purpose is to enhance knowledge and develop leadership skills in a select group of high school students, motivating them to become positive role models, active and committed to their civic responsibilities. Students will attend monthly sessions, beginning with an overnight retreat in August. Session topics include Health and Human Services, Volunteerism, Agriculture, Arts and Media, Government, Business and Economic Development, Justice and Law, Public Safety, and Board Service. Lori Colchagoff, President of the HYL Board of Directors, encourages all eligible students to apply. "This is a great program for the students and the adult leaders. They all learn more about their community and how they can play an important role in its future." For more information contact HYL Facilitator Sheri Murphy at (419) 422-3313 x115, email her at leadership@greaterfindlayinc.com or visit the HYL website at www.greaterfindlayinc.com. | |
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March 11-14,18-20
Fort Findlay Playhouse
Gliding Stars Ice Show
March 14
The Cube
March 19-21
the Cube
Downtown "Egg"citement
March 27, 10a.m. - 2p.m.
Downtown Findlay
Easter Sand Sculpture
March 27-April 4
Hancock County Fair Grounds
Ongoing Happenings
Open Mic Night
Fridays, 8-10 p.m.Coffee AmiciLive EntertainmentSaturdays 8-10 p.m.Coffee AmiciWine TastingsFridays, 5-7 p.m.The Wine MerchantBeer TastingsSaturdays 5-7p.m.The Wine Merchant
Open Bowling @ Ali's Alley
Saturdays 2p-12a
132 E. Crawford St.

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Chamber Offers Free Small Business Workshops
Human Resource Tools (and more) For Today's Small Businesses
Join us for a new, interactive series of workshops tailored to meet your small business needs. Each will be facilitated by Dave Tippett, Director of On-site Training and Consultation with the Employers' Association, and hosted by GreaterFindlayInc.'s Chamber of Commerce.
Next Session:
March 23 - Documentation, Discipline & Coaching
Join us to learn about:
· 12 Elements of Great Managing · The importance of detailed documentation as a best defense · Barriers and solutions to documentation on the fly · Respect, civility and you · Focusing on behaviors and not personalities · Best practices in documentation · The coaching process
These workshops are targeted to those businesses with less than 50 employees, in addition to those considering starting a new business.
Location:
GreaterFindlayInc. Offices, 123 E. Main Cross Street, Findlay
Time:
8:00am Doors Open/Registration 8:15am Welcome/Interactive Workshop Begins
9:15am Adjourn Registration:
There is no cost to attend. Please bring plenty of business cards and an item from the wish list below to be donated to the Humane Society of Hancock County. RSVP:
Email rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com or call 419-422-3313. Reservations are required. Seating is Limited.
Presented in Coordination with:
Humane Society's Wish List:
Bleach, Paper Towels, Paper Plates, Rawhide Chews, Cat Treats, Dog & Cat Toys, Rabbit Food, Small Animal Food, Pine Bedding, Blankets, Towels, Trash Bags, Distilled Water, Spray Cleaner & Bleach, White & Color Copy Paper, 3x5 Yellow Index Cards, Black Pens, Highlighters, Rubber Bands, AAA Batteries, Lithium Photo Batteries, Newspaper, Kitty Litter, and Financial Contributions.
Workshop Schedule
- Attend just one, or go to them all -
04.20- Violence in the Workplace 05.11- 7 Critical Strategies to go from Bystander to Ambassador
*Customer Service Focus* 05.25- Going "above and beyond": The Power of the Personal Touch
*Customer Service Focus* 06.15- 10 Steps to Completely Satisfied Customers
*Customer Service Focus* 06.29- Time Management 07.20- Recognition and Rewards 08.10- Hire to Win 08.24- Team Building Last one held in conjunction with Career Expo - Communicating Effectively
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Chamber of Commerce Member Spotlight
Featuring: Yoakam, LLC

Yoakam, LLC 23043 County Road 226 Fostoria, OH 44830 419.701.6029 www.jyoakam.com Yoakam, LLC was established in January 2010. Owner Jason Yoakam has 20 years of experience in the advertising, marketing and branding field. Jason's experience started in the creative department and he has worked in several key agency positions before opening his own business. Yoakam, LLC is a full-service advertising agency that focuses its energy on helping companies build their brand. They offer insightful ideas utilizing the latest technology to the fullest. They have developed a proprietary video player application to engage and organize the experience on the web. The company's core offerings include business consulting, public relations, brand development, design, video production. Recent awards or recognition:Owner, Jason Yoakam was a 40 under 40 Nominee, received the Outstanding Achievement Award for marketing and promotional work on behalf of the Ohio Soybean Council, and the Ohio Society of Association Executives Achievement Award for work on Ohio Pork Producer's website & video work. How has your Chamber membership benefited your organization?:Jason said that, "The benefits of our Chamber membership have allowed our new company to be promoted, invited us to get involved in various levels of the Chamber's organization, network with other companies, and provide resources that every start up company needs." Yoakam has also partnered with GFI to help promote the organization's efforts from a marketing standpoint, designing ads for CVB as well as various Chamber and Economic Development campaigns. We have also coordinated GFI's Small Business Awards ceremony through use of a video and PowerPoint presentation. If you're interested in having your organization featured, please contact Rachael Rahrig at 419.422.3313 or email rrahrig@greaterfindlayinc.com. |
Agri-Business Committee Offering Scholarships
The Agri-Business Committee of GreaterFindlayInc.'s Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting applications to award one or more scholarships to area students pursuing college studies in agriculture, home economics, natural resources, or other related field. Applicants can either be high school seniors pursuing further studies or current college students enrolled in an agricultural related field.
Applications are available online at www.greaterfindlayinc.com under GFI Quick Links at the bottom of the homepage. To be considered, one application and three completed references will need to be submitted to the following address by April 5, 2010:
Agri-Business Scholarship Committee
GreaterFindlayInc.
123 East Main Cross Street
Findlay, OH 45840
After reviewing all applications received, finalists may be contacted for an informal interview to complete the selection process.
If you have any questions please feel free contact GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313, or info@greaterfindlayinc.com. |
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Orientation Seminar - Register Today!
Learn about the Small Business Development Center at Rhodes State College (SBDC), and the Procurement Technical Assistance Center at Toledo University (PTAC), and how they can benefit you and your organization!
-March 16, 2010-
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
GreaterFindlayInc. Offices 123 East Main Cross Street - Findlay, OH 45840
Immediately following the seminar, there will be a question and answer session. Individual counseling appointments will be available with both organizations.
To Register, contact:
Beth Sanders, SBDC
419-995-8464
Fax: 419-995-8096
E-mail:Sanders.b@rhodesstate.edu
Brought to you by:
The U.S. Small Business Administration, The Ohio Procurement Technical Assistance Center, Ohio Small Business Development Centers |
ODOT Round Table March 16
Participate and Make Your Voice Heard
You are invited to attend a rountable meeting being conducted by the Ohio Department of Transportation, District 1. Scheduled round tables are designed to begin the "transportation converstaion" for this district, and establish a converstaion with important stakeholders. Working more closely with you to understand your transportation needs will set a foundation for proactive leadership within ODOT District 1 to meet the needs of businesses and other regional economic drivers. The input you provide will help further a relationship where transportation and development co-exist for the betterment of the region.
Each round table meeting will include a mix of representatives from several entities including local governments, business, industry, education, labor, law enforcement, emergency services, shipping, economic development, construction, energy, agriculture and health care.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Brugeman Lodge at River Bend 9250 Township Road 208, Findlay 12:30-2:30 p.m.
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Senior Care Physicians at Fox Run Manor - Ribbon Cutting March 11, 11:30 a.m. 2101 Greendale Boulevard
Women's Leadership Forum
March 17, 11a.m. - 1p.m. Findlay Country Club
Farmers' Share Breakfast March 18, 7:30 a.m. Brugeman Lodge at Riverbend
Business After Hours -
Camp Fire USA's 100th Anniversary
March 18, 4:30 - 6:30p.m.
Ribbon Cutting - 5:15 p.m.
305 W. Hardin St.
Fresh Brewed Business April 6, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Findlay Country Club
Safety Council April 8, 11:30-1:00 p.m. Owens Community College
Business 2 Business Networking * April 13, 8:30-10:00 a.m. TBD
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Member Press Releases
Macklin Institute Offering "Common Childhood Illness" Training Findlay, OH - The Marilyn & Gordon Macklin Intergenerational Institute (Macklin Institute) is offering a professional development in-service on "Common Childhood Illness" for child care providers on Thursday, March 18, 2010 and Friday, March 19, 2010. The training will be held in the Julien A. Faisant Center located at Birchaven Village, 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay, Ohio. Participants may choose to attend the refresher session on March 18, from 6-9 p.m. or the entire training on March 18 and 19, 6-9 p.m. both evenings. Costs are $30 for the refresher course and $40 for the entire course. All session fees are due at the time of registration and are non-refundable. CE's for this training have been approved by Blanchard Valley Health Association.
The Macklin Institute was established in July 2003 through an endowment by Marilyn & Gordon Macklin, former residents of Findlay, Ohio as a way to give back to a community that had been so good to them. The Macklin Institute's mission is to improve the lives of all ages through intergenerational care, training, and consultation.
Additional intergenerational initiatives and professional development trainings coordinated and operated by the Macklin Institute include Marilyn's Lifelong Educational Center (MLLEC), an intergenerational childcare center located within Birchaven Retirement Village; Xtreme Aging, an interactive and experiential training that assists in identifying the true needs of the aging population and how to be effective in service to them; and The Intergenerational Certificate, a unique, 16-hour seminarwhich prepares participants to work simultaneously with Children and Elders. Enroll Now!! CEU's available!
To register for the March 18 and 19, 2010 training, Intergenerational Certificate trainings, or for more information on any of the intergenerational initiatives offered by the Macklin Institute please contact Linda Winkelman at 419-425-3047 or lindaw@mackliniginstitute.org. 11th Annual Boy Scout Classic Ultimate Raffle Drawing on May 18th
400 tickets - $10,000 grand prize, 5- $1,000 grand prizes. $100.00 per ticket. Do not need to be present to win.
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Paul E. Schmelzer, P.E., P.S. Phone: 419.423.5630 Fax: 419.423.5772 Email: p.schmelzer@vanhornhoover.com Bluffton Hospital Announces Preparations for Facility Expansion Bluffton Hospital has made preparations to move forward with its planned facility expansion and renovation project. Bluffton Hospital has chosen Charles Construction Services of Findlay as the general contractor for the project. The project will create new, much needed space for Bluffton Hospital's emergency and surgery departments, as well as add professional/medical office space.
The current Emergency Department was built in 1988 to accommodate 3,600 patients each year. In 2009, the ER cared for more than 5,500 patients. The current Surgery Department was built in 1988 to accommodate 750 patients each year. In 2009, more than 2,000 surgeries took place. The Bluffton community has a shortage of professional office space (especially for physicians' offices) and cannot accommodate the growing number of medical specialties in the village.
The expansion/renovation will create:
An Emergency Department that can care for more than 7,000 patients per year, focusing on more private treatment areas; An expanded Surgery Department to accommodate more than 2,500 surgeries per year;
A new emergency and surgery registration and support area to accommodate patient identification and privacy; and Professional/medical office space.
More than $916,000 has been donated by Bluffton Hospital associates, physicians and community members toward the $1 million fundraising goal set by the Blanchard Valley Health Foundation. The Isabelle West Family pledged the lead gift to the project in honor of Mrs. West and her late husband, Mr. James F. West, and their longstanding commitment to Bluffton Hospital and the community. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Thursday, April 8 at 1:30 p.m. on the Bluffton Hospital campus. The event is open to the public. Bluffton Hospital is a 2009 Press Ganey Summit Award-winning hospital, one of only 32 hospitals in the United States to receive the national award for sustaining the highest level of customer satisfaction for three or more consecutive years. Website Makeover 2010 Contest
Give em' to us! Let us have it! The bad and the ugly! Do you know of a website that is in dire need of a makeover? Is it outdated? Ugly? Not user friendly? You look at and think "Wow, and they are still in business?" Dead links. Confusing navigation. Slow loading pages. Aardvark is the search for a website that is desperate of our solution. Aardvark is offering a FREE website makeover to a lucky winner. The winning organization/company will work with our design professional to create an attractive and functional website. Nominate your own website. A friend's website. Your community website. A website of a company you don't even know! Deadline to submit: April 30th Go to www.aardvarkmedia.com to nominate a website. The small print: - Value up to $5800.00 - Design - 2 homepage designs to pick from - "Vanilla" CMS (webpages, assets, users & roles, Google Analytics) - Hosting with Aardvark only, not included - Subscription not included - Flash not included - Training included - Formal proposal will be written to confirm intent - Ecommerce not included - Contract to be reviewed and signed Findlay Inn & Conference Center Introduces New Sales & Marketing Manager
(Findlay, OH - March 10, 2010) - Gina A. Orpurt, with 17 years experience, has been hired as our new Sales & Marketing Manager for Findlay Inn & Conference Center effective February 1, 2010. Orpurt will be responsible for hospitality and restaurant marketing for our hotel and Tavern at the Inn restaurant lounge, broadening our internet presence, planning and partnering events, downtown district business partner development, media relations, as well as community involvement marketing. Orpurt succeeds Marcia Hogan who has moved back to her hometown in Michigan.
"We are very excited to have Gina join our team of experienced hospitality/restaurant managers", said Lisa Graber, Assistant General Manager. "With her knowledge in Sales & Marketing, she is sure to help us to continue to thrive as the finest full-service hotel in Findlay."
Prior to her new role, Orpurt worked for Gannett Corporation, publisher of USA Today as an Account Executive for a short time. Prior to that, was responsible for various Sales & Marketing projects at Findlay Industries, Inc. as the Assistant to the Vice President; she became a valuable asset in the Corporate Purchasing Department being named the International Trade Compliance Coordinator. This developed Orpurt's Sales & Marketing efforts on a global level. Orpurt has also worked for Harvey Advertising & Design and Millstream Press here in Findlay. Orpurt and her husband currently reside in Fostoria, Ohio.
Orpurt's efforts for Findlay Inn & Conference Center and Tavern at the Inn will consist of expanding the business partner relationships with various businesses in Findlay and the surrounding area, partnering with various downtown district businesses offering our guests more from our downtown area, continuing to assist with special events and various charity functions held throughout the area, as well as becoming more familiar with the laws, rules and regulations in the hospitality industry.
Findlay Inn & Conference Center is located at 200 East Main Cross, Findlay. Orpurt can be contacted at 419-422-5682 x121 or gorpurt@findlayinn.com.
M2 INTERIORS & DESIGN AWARDED TOP "BIG IDEA" PRIZE Mary Maas of M2 Interiors & Design LLC, Bluffton, has won first place in the regional Big Idea contest for entrepreneurs. Maas has been awarded a $1000 prize for her Aging in Place concept, which includes designs and principles that help clients remain in their homes as they grow older and their needs and abilities change. Maas was awarded first place among fourteen contestants because of her ability to meet key criteria. "Mary stood out because she has a background as a registered nurse and ... knowledge of interior design, which is what her concept is all about," commented John Bauer of the Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs. Maas described her services, explaining, "The overall benefit of Aging in Place design is the ability to create a safe, comfortable, and supportive home environment, which enables older adults to overcome problems with activities of daily living and potential hazards in their home. I want positive outcomes for seniors and to offer them the option of remaining in their own home." According to the AARP, there is a rising demand by senior citizens and those of the Boomer generation to stay in their homes rather than move to assisted living or nursing homes. These desires are central toMaas's business concept. More information on the subject is available at www.m2interiorsanddesign.com. The second place winner was Russell Dunmire of Findlay, who was awarded $500. His Big Idea entry was a medical patient ombudsman who efficiently files Medicaid and insurance forms. Third place was shared between Keith Verhoff of Mt. Cory and Jonathan Rankin of Ada, who each won $250. Verhoff's entry was a berm roller, a piece of equipment for road repair that fits onto the back of a tractor or truck and packs down the berm while easily adjusting to the road's slope. Rankin's entry was a robotic ice cream maker which places selected toppings onto the ice cream. Contest judges included area university business faculty: Paul Sears of University of Findlay, Dan Ferguson of Ohio Northern University, and George Lehman of Bluffton University. The Big Idea contest was a collaborative effort by several small business incubators including Lima, Van Wert, and Bowling Green organizations, Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs, and RPG of Toledo. American Electric Power of Ohio was the major sponsor and provided the $2,000 prize money. John Bauer, the Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs executive director, described the Big Idea contest as being a means to identify and encourage new business concepts and to recognize the ones with the most merit. The Big Idea winners were chosen based on the following criteria: 1. Originality and uniqueness; 2. Potential for actual commercialization; 3. Long-term viability in the marketplace. MAKE YOUR OWN RECYCLED TOYS Children can learn how to create "new" toys out of stuff you already have around your house during the Hancock Park District's Recycled Toys program. Participants will be making a ball toss game, a search and find game, extreme building blocks, and a fridge magnet. Reusing everyday household items teaches children to be practical and good stewards to the earth. It also encourages your child's creativity and imagination. This program will take place on Saturday, March 20, from 10am-11am at the Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve. Oakwoods Nature Preserve is located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off of County Road 144 and West Sandusky Street, west of Findlay. This program is for youth, ages 5 years old and up, with an adult companion. Register by Wednesday, March 17, by calling the HPD office at 419-425-7275(PARK). There is no fee for this program, but participants are asked to bring a 4" x 6" photo and an empty tissue box. For more information about this and other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks". Marilyn's Lifelong Educational Center,
an award-winning Early Childhood and Intergenerational Childcare Center is having a school-age summer program this summer. The program will be from June 1 through August 20. The summer program is open to all children ages 6 - 10. All activities will involve the Elders of the Birchaven Retirement Village. Full-time and part-time spots available. Hours are 6am - 6pm Monday - Friday. Space is limited! Call 419-425-3049 for more information. Mention this ad and receive 10% off your first week! Community Foundation Brings Grant Database to Findlay
FINDLAY, OH (March 8, 2010)-The Community Foundation has funded a two-year subscription to Foundation Directory Online (FDO), a searchable, user-friendly database of nationwide grant opportunities. The database is now available at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library. Access is free and open to the public. Reference desk staff will provide the required password to access FDO on a library computer and any support users may need. "We've spoken to several local agency directors already, and they're elated to have this resource available to them. Previously, the closest access points for this database were in Lima and Toledo," said Community Foundation President, Kathy Kreuchauf. "Having FDO available in Findlay will be an especially valuable resource for our community, with the potential to help bring in additional funding for local organizations and programs." The FDO database is updated continually and provides the most accurate details available on nearly 100,000 foundations, corporate giving programs, and grantmaking public charities in the U.S.; a database of over 3,700 sponsoring companies, offering a quick pathway to corporate funders; a database of over 1.9 million recently awarded grants; and a keyword-searchable database of nearly 650,000 recently filed IRS Forms 990 and 990-PF. The online database is maintained by the Foundation Center, a national nonprofit service organization recognized as the nation's leading authority on organized philanthropy, connecting nonprofits and the grantmakers supporting them to tools they can use and information they can trust. The Center maintains the most comprehensive database on U.S. grantmakers and their grants. The Community Foundation Board of Trustees funded FDO as part of the foundation's capacity building initiative aimed at strengthening local nonprofit organizations. NEW RED CROSS FUNDRAISER IS A RED CARPET SUCCESS
(FINDLAY, OH, MARCH 1, 2010) More than 150 guests attended 'A Night at the Oscars,' a gala event to benefit the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter, Sunday night at the Findlay Elks Lodge. The event raised more than $8,500 to benefit the Chapter and Red Cross services in Hancock County. "It was an amazing evening," says Red Cross Executive Director Todd James. "We promised our guests the best party of the year, and we delivered. In return, they showed their support for the Hancock County Red Cross and the services we provide to the community. We're already working on making next year's party even better." A Night at the Oscars featured food from 18 of Hancock County's best restaurants and chefs, live music, special fund raising activities and the live broadcast of the Oscars. Sponsors for 'A Night at the Oscars' included: Blanchard Valley Health System, Fifth Third Bank, Millstream Area Credit Union, Cooper Tire, LaRiche Chevrolet, Whirlpool, Huntington Bank, Eastman & Smith LTD, Solutions Business Consulting, Mix 96.7, The Courier, Hancock County Convention and Visitor's Bureau, Findlay Elks, Baker Media Productions, Town Money Saver and Sports Radio 1430. YOUTHEATRE All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Fundraiser
Saturday, March 13 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Max & Erma's 1107 Trenton Ave. Findlay (in front of Wal-Mart) Tickets: $5.00 Includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, two sausage links, orange juice, and coffee. Tickets are available at The Arts Partnership, located at 618 S. Main St. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon-Fri. For more information call 419-422-4624 or visit www.artspartnership.com. Seating is limited; advance purchases are preferred. Join us for breakfast and support our Youtheatre program! 2010 Triad Statewide Conference
April 19-20, 2010 Findlay, Ohio Hosted by Sheriff Michael Heldman, Hancock County Tuition General: $60 for both days; $30 for one day Seniors (60 and over): $30 for both days; $15 for one day Please mail completed registration form and check for payment to: Findlay/Hancock County Crime Prevention Association P.O. Box 4 Findlay, Ohio 45840 Meals Provided Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided both days. Dinner will be provided Monday, April 19th. Accommodations Findlay Inn and Conference Center 200 East Main Cross Findlay, Ohio , 45840 Toll-free: (800) 825-1455 www.findlayinn.com Group rate: $69.99/ night Group rate code: Triad Conference Tax exempt? Bring proper documentation to hotel check-in. For more information, contact: Lorrel Filliater (419) 422-8657 Lfilliater@brookdaleliving.com The Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program
Class Schedule Thursday Evenings March 18th through May 6th (6:00 pm-8:00 pm) Classes start - March 18th Deadline to Register - March 12, 2010. Investment - $445
Registration Register in person, by fax, by mail or email peter_palko@owens.edu Phone: 567-429-3155 or Fax: 567-429-3168 Complete Registration Form Location Community Education and Wellness Center Owens Community College Findlay Campus 3200 Bright Road Findlay, OH 45840 (Includes classroom instruction and SHRM Learn-ing materials) 16th Annual Days of Caring Seeking Projects and Teams United Way of Hancock County is seeking teams of volunteers and projects for the 16th Annual Days of Caring. This year the United Way Days of Caring will take place on Thurs., Apr. 22 and Fri., Apr. 23. The event occurs during National Volunteer Week, which is April 18-24. Each year, during United Way Days of Caring, hundreds of volunteers from local companies and organizations make a difference at local non-profit agencies by completing much needed projects. Last year, 548 volunteers worked 2,100 hours, providing non-profit organizations in Hancock County with labor worth $42,525. The dollar figure is based on the national volunteer hourly dollar value of $20.25 per hour. United Way of Hancock County is encouraging corporate and community volunteers to devote at least four hours out of one workday to complete a service project at a local non-profit organization. Studies show that the benefits for company volunteer involvement includes a bolstering of team spirit among participating employees, increased company morale, exposure in the community, and a greater understanding of how commitment of time and money makes a difference. Non-profit agencies should send project ideas by March 26 to United Way. This event is not limited to United Way partner agencies. Past projects have included taking inventory of supplies, preparing agency mailings, landscaping work for different organizations, painting inside and out, and cleaning and mulching trails for local parks and non-profit campgrounds. The deadline to sign up teams is March 26. To submit project ideas or register a team, contact Bev Phillips, Community Services Director, at 419-423-1432 or bphillips@uwhancock.org . Registration materials for both projects and teams/volunteers are also available online at http://LiveUnitedHancockCounty.org
Dr. Vicki Rosebrook selected to serve on Blue Ribbon Panel
Dr. Vicki Rosebrook, Executive Director of the Macklin Intergenerational Institute, has been selected to serve on the Blue Ribbon Panel for the 2010 MetLife Foundation and Generations United Intergenerational Shared Site Excellence Awards. The goal of the 2010 MetLife Foundation/Generations United Shared Site Excellence Award Program is to identify the best practices in intergenerational shared site work around the country. Dr. Rosebrook's role is to assist in selecting five grand prize recipients who will receive a cash award.
Wee Ones: Where Birds Live Come find out the different places where birds make their homes in this month's Wee Ones: Where Birds Live. It will be held on Monday, March 15 at 10am or 1pm. For toddlers three and under with an adult companion. This program is held at the Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve. The program will include a story and activities all about bird habitats. The Oakwoods Nature Preserve, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center is located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off West Sandusky Street off CR 144 west of Findlay. For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks". ABC of Hancock County Reminds Community to Be Screened for Colorectal Cancer The ABC of Hancock County, Alliance for Breast and Colon Cancer Awareness, Screening and Prevention, reminds Hancock County residents to be screened for colorectal cancer. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and a great time to schedule a screening that can prevent a form of cancer that is treatable and beatable when detected early. ABC of Hancock County is comprised of community members, local business leaders, and wellness administrators, as well as health department and hospital health care workers dedicated to preventing breast and colorectal cancer in our community. For more information, visit the ABC of Hancock County Web site. BVH to Host Annual Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Health Fair Blanchard Valley Hospital will host their annual cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation health fair on Thursday, April 1 from 8 a.m. to Noon in the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab Gym on the second floor of the Ruse Center at Blanchard Valley Hospital (above the Emergency Department). A variety of screenings will be available, including body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, and spirometry. For a fee, blood glucose and cholesterol screenings will also be offered. In addition, health information will be available on:
BVH HeartCare Center services
Open heart surgery
Healthy eating
Vascular procedures
Medical equipment
Diabetes
Women and heart disease
Pulmonary diseases
Smoking cessation
Sleep disorders
For more information, call the BVH Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab department at (419) 423-5153. XTREME AGING XPERT™: STRIVES TO DIMINISH AGEISM On January 20, 2010, Dr. Vicki Rosebrook and Hollie Haley of the Marilyn and Gordon Macklin Intergenerational Institute (Macklin Institute) traveled to Seattle, Washington to train 15 new Xtreme Aging Xperts. ™ The training was held at the Chateau Retirement Community, which is a locally owned, family-operated company that specializes in retirement and assisted living communities in the Puget Sound region. The newly trained Xperts are now certified to facilitate the three hour Xtreme Aging Training™ for all of their current staff and new employees at all three of their locations. The mission of Xtreme Aging Training™ is to bring dignity, respect and value to the lives of the aging cohort by providing aging awareness training to those individuals who interact with the aging population. During a 14 hour training session, participants are morphed into Xtreme Aging Xperts™. The goal of the Xpert™ is to empower and enlighten the next generations of care and service providers, thus preparing them to work with the growing aging population. Dr. Vicki Rosebrook, Executive Director of the Macklin Intergenerational Institute believes that anyone who interacts with the aging population personally or professionally needs Xtreme Aging Training™. Xtreme Aging™ A Macklin Institute Training 15100 Birchaven Lane Findlay, Ohio 45840 419-425-3045 hhaley@mackliniginstitute.org www.xtremeaging.org Girls Night Out!
Friday, March 12 7-9:00p.m. Join us for a night of shopping, pampering, girl talk and, of course, wine! The first 25 guests receive a free goodie bag! Special guests include: Vicki Bihn, Tastefully Simple
Laura Brachock, Pampered Chef
Kym Walsh, Initials Inc
Laurie Dettinger, Arbonne
Angela Kolan, Angel Hands Call Inspiring Images today to RSVP: 567-525-5575 Commercial Savings Economic Outlook Recap You can get a recap of Commercial Savings Bank's recent Economic outlook by logging onto: http://www.marionstar.com/article/20100226/NEWS01/2260302/Top-forecaster--Economy-getting-better Take a look!
What's Happening at the Hancock County Humane Society?
ADOPTATHON March 6th to March 13th All adoption are $50 off
YAPPY HOUR RETURNS IN APRIL! Every third Wednesday of each month through September At RED HAWK GOLF COURSE 5:30pm to 7:30pm $10 for 2 drink tickets and drawing entry
GOLF OUTING AT RED HAWK GOLF COURSE
Maty 21, 2010 Registration starts at 10am Start time is 11am Wine Tasting at 3:30pm Dinner and Awards Ceremony at 5pm Texas Roadhouse is furnishing dinner!
HUMANE SOCIETY DOG WALK October 2nd ~ 9am At Riverbend Park
INSTANT TICKET BOOTH Join us every Monday thru Friday from 11am to 4pm at our instant ticket booth for a chance to win big! You could win $25 to $175 instantly on our jar tickets. Sign up for a chance to win our Friday Gas Card Drawing every time you stop in! Our Progressive Wheel of Cash is only $1 per ticket!
BINGO FUNDRAISER Want a chance to win some big money and support a great cause all at the same time? Join us every Monday and Thursday evening at our Bingo Fundraiser. The proceeds from our bingo games benefit the animals that we care for at the shelter.
Humane Society's Wish List:
Bleach, Paper Towels, Paper Plates, Rawhide Chews, Cat Treats, Dog & Cat Toys, Rabbit Food, Small Animal Food, Pine Bedding, Blankets, Towels, Trash Bags, Distilled Water, Spray Cleaner & Bleach, White & Color Copy Paper, 3x5 Yellow Index Cards, Black Pens, Highlighters, Rubber Bands, AAA Batteries, Lithium Photo Batteries, Newspaper, Kitty Litter, and Financial Contributions. Drop off your donation at 4550 Fostoria Ave., Findlay or make arrangements by calling 419-423-1664. www.hancockhumanesociety.com. You can also become of fan of the Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County on Facebook!
Bridge Home Health & Hospice Offers Volunteer Training Courses Bridge Home Health & Hospice will offer training courses for prospective volunteers beginning on Tuesday, March 16. The training will be held in the Wenner Conference Room at Birchaven Village, located at 15100 Birchaven Lane in Findlay and will take place for seven consecutive Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to Noon. Courses will cover the basic principles of hospice, understanding the needs of patients and their families, effective communication, patient care, pain and symptom management, spiritual care giving, and understanding grief and loss. No previous hospice experience is necessary; however, volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Following training, volunteers can choose their area of involvement, such as caregiver relief, bereavement, nursing home visitors, speakers' bureau, or clerical work. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to request an application packet, contact Julie Tiell, Bridge Hospice volunteer services coordinator, at 419.423.5351 or jtiell@bvhealthsystem.org.
Know an Abolutely Incredible Kid?
Do you know a student grade 6-8 who has helped weather a family crisis? A student that shares his or her skills or hobbies with others? How about a middle school student with exceptional artistic talent? Go to www.campfireusa-nwohio.org to nominate an Abolutely Incredible Kid! Judges will select several students to be recognized at Campfire USA's "On Behalf of Youth" Award Luncheon, April 27 at the Findlay Country Club. Entries must be received before March 19.
Get Up Off the Bench, it's Time to Take Action! The14th Annual Employment Law Conference Bring Your "A" Game March 12, 2010 Hilton Garden Inn Perrysburg, Ohio The best way to avoid costly court cases is to stay compliant! Are you aware of the ever changing employment laws that impact and regulate your business? This conference will show you where potential costly mistakes exist and provide you with practical guidelines for staying out of court! Join us as we bring to you 12 sessions that will help you run your business efficiently and effectively and stay out of hot legal water! Don't Wait, Register Today! Call (419) 885-8505 Fax (419) 885-8554 Online at www.employersassociation.com
This program has been approved for four re-certification credit hours toward PHR and SPHR re-certification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). Application has been made for approval for 4 CLEs. | |
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