Message from the Executive Director
February has been quite the busy month! Last Thursday we were pleased to be named the Outstanding Chamber of the Year at the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio's Annual Meeting. We also held our largest Casino Royale earlier this month and we couldn't have done it without the help of so many of our sponsors, volunteers, and attendees. We announced our CPR certification courses in partnership with the American Red Cross and we are pleased to know that 24 members will become certified tomorrow at the trainings.
A special welcome to our newest members Kelbley Construction, LLP, M. Hart Mercantile, Northwest Ohio Photo Booth, Null Incident and The Glo Company, LLC. We look forward to telling you more about them soon!
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The Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce received the Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award for chambers under 600 members at the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio’s 107th Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner, held February 23, 2023, in Westerville, Ohio.
The Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award presented by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio (CCEO) recognizes organization excellence with a focus on achievements and accomplishments in the areas of membership, programs, planning, and finance. CCEO is a 501(c)(6) private professional association that aims to provide resources that maximize chamber leadership to create a strong business climate.
Josh Torres, Chief Executive Officer of CCEO, praised the work being done by the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce team, “Their efforts are not only making an impact in the Seneca County community, but is also being recognized by Chamber professionals throughout the entire State of Ohio. They are setting a new precedent for success and impact that chambers can have on their communities."
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Casino Royale Hits the Jackpot
Casino Royale hit the jackpot this month! It was an evening to remember with a sold out crowd of more than 400 attendees, over 100 different prizes, reverse raffle winners, horse races, great music, and more!
Thank you to all of our major event sponsors, attendees, volunteers, and the awesome staff at Camden Falls Reception & Conference Center for making the event such a success. We'll see you next year! You can check out all of the pictures from the event here.
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Be a Tourist in Your Own Town Experience comes to Seneca County
Destination Seneca County has announced the launch of a new initiative and event that will allow Seneca County residents the opportunity to be immersed in all that the community has to offer. During the weekend of March 24, 25, and 26, residents can enjoy free admission to every museum and gallery along with several experiences throughout the county from 12 to 4 PM. Donations are accepted and encouraged.
Participants will have the opportunity to win more than $500 in prizes by completing a passport that will allow them the opportunity to explore at least two experiences and at least six attractions. Passports can be found at www.SenecaTourist.com or can be picked up at one of the four experience locations. Passports must be returned to an experience location to be entered into the prize drawing.
Experiences include an interactive presentation at the Fostoria Iron Triangle Railpark, a live glass cutting demonstration at the Hawkes Crystal workshop, a live glass blowing demonstration with Ryan Poignon at the Poignon Project, and a behind-the-scenes tour of The Ritz Theatre. The Ritz Theatre tour will only take place on Saturday and Sunday due to a show. Experiences will begin every hour on the hour at 12, 1, 2, and 3 PM.
Attractions include the American Civil War Museum of Ohio, Diane Kidd Gallery at Tiffin University, The Enchanted Moment Doll Museum & Gift Shoppe, Fostoria Community Arts Council Gallery, Foster’s Museum on Main, Fostoria Area Historical Museum, Fostoria Glass Heritage Gallery, Hawkes Crystal storefront, Lake Erie & Western Depot, Stemtown Historical Society Museum, Tiffin Art Guild & Gallery, Tiffin Glass Museum & Shoppe, Wesley Memorial Art Gallery, and the Seneca County Museum, which will be open only on Friday and Sunday due to presenting at a regional conference.
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An informational electric vehicle event will be held at Reineke’s Tiffin Ford Lincoln in Tiffin on March 9, 2023. This event, hosted in cooperation with the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce, aims to educate, demonstrate, and answer any questions around electric vehicles, in both residential and commercial settings.
“We’re excited to present Ford’s lineup of electric vehicles, including the all-new, and all-electric, Ford F-150 Lightning,” said Dan Reineke, Reineke Family Dealerships.
The electric vehicle event at Reineke’s Tiffin Ford Lincoln is free and open to the public. It will take place from 8 am to 10 am on March 9, at Reineke’s Tiffin Ford Lincoln (2020 West State Route 18) in Tiffin.
Vehicles on display will include the Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and the Ford E-Transit. Additionally, representatives from Vaughn Industries and North Central Electric Cooperative will be on site for further discussion. Please RSVP here.
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The Chamber has teamed up with Tiffin University to offer free diversity training for our members. In this session understand why companies are focusing on DEI and what are some approaches that organizations can do to enhance the employee experience through the lens of DEI. Please register here. | | |
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LSC Update
The 2023 Leadership Seneca County group has chosen to help Transformation Life Center (TLC) by raising money and facilitating the placement of an outdoor storage area, as TLC has limited space to store the personal belongings of those in transitional care. Donations collected will go toward the building materials needed for the shelter
Click here for more information.
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Tiffin Columbian High School is once again home to Tornado Alley, a school store housed in the main hallway. After closing its doors more than ten years ago, this student-ran business has opened a walk-up window for students- providing a rewarding and educational experience for both its customers and student employees. This brick and mortar location will be operated as a co-op, bringing together several different groups into one, unified space.
We are so happy to see Tornado Alley reopen and are excited to see the opportunities it will provide for students and the community as a whole. This is a huge win for Tiffin City Schools, and everyone involved!
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Congratulations to Tabitha Kirsch on the 1-year anniversary of Tea Time Tiffin and the opening of the Vintage Tea Room inside JAM's Monthly Markets.
Tea Time Tiffin was started by vintage lover & tea-enthusiast Tabitha Kirsch as a way to connect with others and has recently grown into a local business offering the community an opportunity to step back in time by enjoying a social activity of the past.
Tea Time Tiffin partners with local businesses to host themed parties, some with a historical focus complete with an etiquette lesson! She also serves tea blends from other local businesses in her Vintage Team Room where you will only use china from the 1960s or earlier. You can even rent the Tea Sets & Vintage China to have your own Tea Party!
Check out the amazing experiences that she can create for you at TeaTimeTiffin.com.
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Feature Friday - Every Friday the Chamber team will highlight one of our fantastic members by repping them for the day and telling the community more about them.
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Welcome to our Newest Members! | | |
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The Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce's Workers Comp Program can save Member Businesses money. Read more here.
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Members receive $5 off household or adult monthly membership.
Member to Member Benefits help you save money. Love Local all year round! Read more here.
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Keep your Customers Informed
Members are encouraged to log in to senecaregionalchamber.com and update their content. Please add your hours and any other information that will be of interest.
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Community Calendar Reminder
We encourage you to let everyone know about your event by posting it on our Community Calendar! Members should log in and post your upcoming events. Non-members should enter event information online or use the the Event Submission Form . If you have any questions, please call 419-447-4141.
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