April 19, 2022
SCORE: Searching for Volunteers

SCORE is looking for experienced business people who are interested in volunteering as mentors for America’s small businesses.

Like the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, SCORE is also a resource partner of the US Small Business Administration (SBA). The SBDC is staffed by certified full-time employees who offer no-cost one-on-one business consulting, complimentary seminars and training, assistance with small business loans and technical assistance.

SCORE is a team of 10,000+ volunteers nationwide who share their business experience, talent, and expertise (at no-cost) with the small business community. Including:

a. Subject Matter Experts – who have focused expertise to co-mentor alongside one of SCORE’s certified mentors. Typical skills include legal, accounting, human resources, intellectual property, marketing, building a brand, eCommerce, buying/selling a business, etc.

b. Mentors – who have general business knowledge including entrepreneurial, operational, and multi-functional skills (eg, sales, marketing, manufacturing, starting a business, strategic planning, etc.).

If you’re looking for a way to give back, make a difference, and be a leader in the community, join SCORE. While some of the SCORE volunteers are retired, other current volunteers are still working full-time or part-time. You can volunteer as little as 1 hour/month or up to 20 hours/month.

If you are interested in volunteering with SCORE, please send an email to Mike.Messmer@scorevolunteer.org

More information available about volunteering is at score.org/volunteer
Opportunities Available: Becoming an Intel Supplier

You’ve seen the headlines about Intel coming to Ohio and $20 billion worth of investment. Have you wondered how your business can be part of that?

Intel depends on a multifaceted ecosystem of suppliers who support our business. They are working to ensure that the goods and services provided by suppliers meet the highest ethical standards and align to their core values: Customer First, Quality, Fearless Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion.

Intel has a need for both construction and non-construction services. Click here to learn more about potential opportunities with Intel.
Small Business Development Class: Build Your Digital Presence

04.20 – TOMORROW! Learn how to maximize the digital presence of your business through the usage of various website and digital optimization tools. This free business development class will be led by the Business Development Services Team of the SBDC.

The SBDC provides one-on-one counseling centered on the business planning process, including financing, market research, marketing strategies, and management and cash flow analysis.
Talent & Workforce: Tap Into Hidden Talent with Fair Chance Hiring

04.29 – We hear you – one of the biggest challenges facing our region’s business leaders today is WORKFORCE. We believe in the strength of a robust team, and you deserve to access talent that will bring your business success, longevity and that is dedicated to your organization. Because our region’s economic future matters.

Hear success stories from local business leaders and community partners who train and prepare citizens returning to the workforce to fortify and expand our region’s skilled workforce community.
2022 Annual Meeting presented by Fifth Third Bank

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.
Capitol Conversations in Columbus

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.
2022 Safety Training Seminar

05.19 – The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce and V+A Risk are offering this annual safety training and BWC updates seminar for members enrolled in the group rating program and those who are interested in safety training. This is an ideal opportunity to fulfill your two-hour safety training requirement.
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