Blog Archives - Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce | Toledo, OH

Welcome July 2025 New Members!

7/30/2025

The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome our newest members from July 2025!

From coffee shops and creative agencies to workforce recruiters and industrial services, this month’s new members bring a wide range of talent, energy, and innovation to the region. We’re excited to introduce them and encourage you to connect, collaborate, and support one another as we continue growing a stronger Toledo Region.

Jeff Lonsbrough, VP of Membership Sales & Engagement, Shares Proven TRCC Retention Strategies at National Chamber Conference

7/29/2025

The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to be represented on the national stage as Jeff Lonsbrough, Vice President, Membership Sales & Engagement, presented to a packed room of over 200 attendees at the 2025 ACCE Annual Convention—the premier gathering for chamber professionals across the country.

Jeff co-led the session “Membership Retention Strategies That Work” on Wednesday, July 23, providing practical, data-driven insights from the Toledo Chamber’s successful approach to building lasting member relationships. His presentation highlighted the Chamber’s intentional, all-staff commitment to retention and showcased our region as a model for engaging and retaining business members at all levels.

Brian Dicken Earns Prestigious Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) Designation at ACCE Convention

7/28/2025

We are thrilled to announce that Brian Dicken, Vice President of Advocacy and Strategic Initiatives at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, has officially earned the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) designation from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). Brian received this esteemed credential during the ACCE’s annual convention, marking a major milestone in his professional development.

“Brian’s achievement of the CCE designation is a reflection of his deep commitment to excellence, leadership, and the advancement of our region’s business community. This honor not only recognizes his expertise, but also strengthens our Chamber’s ability to drive meaningful change and advocate for Toledo’s future. We’re incredibly proud of his accomplishment and thankful to have him on our leadership team.”
— Wendy R. Gramza, CCE, President & CEO, Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce

Redesigned & Refocused: The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Leadership & Advocacy Evolves to Meet Today’s Challenges

7/28/2025

For over two decades, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Leadership & Advocacy (Institute) has equipped emerging leaders across the region with the tools to succeed in public service and beyond. But as our business and political environments continue to shift, so must the way we prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

That’s why, for 2025, the Institute is undergoing a major transformation—one that reflects the real-world demands of leadership today and offers a more flexible, focused, and impactful experience for participants.

Empowering Small Business Success Through Lifelong Learning – Busang Magosi Completes McKinsey Forward Program

7/22/2025

At the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, our mission is to empower business growth—and that includes investing in the continuous development of the talented professionals who support our small business community every day.

We are proud to celebrate Busang Magosi, Certified Business Advisor with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the Chamber, for successfully completing the McKinsey Forward Program, a globally recognized professional development experience created by McKinsey.org. This milestone reflects both Busang’s dedication to personal growth and his commitment to delivering world-class support to the entrepreneurs and small businesses he advises.

A Celebration of Community, Connections & Coastal Flavors — 2025 Clambake Presented by PNC Wrap-Up

7/18/2025

The sun set on another unforgettable evening as more than 350 Chamber members, regional leaders, and community partners gathered for the 2025 Clambake presented by PNC Thursday evening, July 17th.

Hosted at the Toledo Zoo’s Malawi Event Center, this signature summer celebration brought together the region’s business community for an evening of networking, music, local flavors, and of course--a delicious New England-style clambake. (Unless you were a giraffe like Franklin here. He enjoyed his lettuce!)

Nominations Being Sought for Chamber Board of Trustees

7/16/2025

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 mailed to:
Chairman, Nominating Committee
Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce
300 Madison Ave., Ste. 200
Toledo, OH 43604

All nominations must be received by Friday, August 1st. 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.

New Member Spotlight: Brilliance Wellness Care

7/3/2025

Founded by husband-and-wife team Rob and Dr. Angella Ruley, Toledo-based Brilliance Wellness Care, focuses on personalized weight loss solutions that go beyond the scale.

Click to meet them and learn more about their journey!

Governor Mike DeWine signs FY26-27 biennial state operating budget into law

7/1/2025

Governor Mike DeWine signed the FY26-27 biennial state operating budget into law on June 30. Included in the budget was a provision championed by the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce to improve the highway connection between northwest and central Ohio. The provision requires the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission (OTIC) to collaborate on a solution that connects US23 and I-71 to improve safety and predictability for the movement of commerce and people between the regions.