​​Join EPIC Toledo for the premier leadership and professional development conference in the region. November 9, 2017 world renowned speakers and innovative local business leaders will be sharing their experiences with emerging talent in the Toledo Region. Don't miss featured keynotes, Barb Roose, Michael R. Wilcox and Joe De Sena. Plus, enjoy the opportunity to experience Joe De Sena's message hands-on November 8th at the Huntington Center where he will be leading a community wide workout!

​​Carrie Alexander
Managing Consultant, Findley Davies
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Carrie leads Findley Davies' Strategic Employer Wellness services, helping clients integrate well-being within organizational culture and health care strategy. Working with Findley Davies' health care, change management, and legal experts, Carrie designs, develops, implements, and measures wellness initiatives for large employers in a variety of industries. Drawing from the latest research and best practices, she delivers proven solutions that are flexible and customized to the unique needs of each organization. Whether a company has had a wellness program for years or is just getting started, Carrie partners to set and achieve meaningful goals that align with broader business objectives, such as productivity and safety.

​​The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is actively working to support workforce development efforts and career opportunities as part of the overall strategy to attract and retain talent in the Toledo Region. That’s why we host Morning Access: Education & Workforce every year, to provide an opportunity for business and education leaders to connect directly in a relaxed business setting, leading to mutually beneficial conversation and opportunities for the community.

​Doug Farren
Managing Director, National Center for the Middle Market
Fisher College of Business, The Ohio State University

​Doug Farren, Managing Director of the National Center for the Middle Market at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business is confirmed to speak at the Chamber's Morning Access: Education and Workforce Development breakfast on October 13, 2017. This breakfast provides an opportunity for business and education leaders to connect directly in a relaxed business setting.  

The 17th edition of the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce’s public service leadership program is set to begin in January 2018. Every year, the program graduates individuals representing a cross-section of the area who go on to improve the region and advance their own professional goals. The program is the longest running of its kind in the state. To date, more than 300 leaders from around the Toledo Region have graduated from the program.

Last Tuesday, passengers boarded the inaugural flight from Toledo Express Airport to Charlotte, North Carolina. American Airlines will be offering the flight twice daily, departing Toledo at 7:00 a.m. and 1:26 p.m.  A recent study shows that the flight will provide a $15.4 million economic impact annually. 

​Last Thursday, we had the pleasure of hosting 730 of our members at Hollywood Casino Toledo for our annual Clambake, presented by PNC. The weather was beautiful  and we had a great time celebrating summer with all of you. We'd like to extend our appreciation to PNC Bank for their ongoing support of this event and the hard work of the staff at Hollywood Casino Toledo for another great event!

​On April 7, in the heart of downtown Toledo, EPIC members, community and business leaders came together at One Lake Erie Center to celebrate EPIC Toledo’s tenth anniversary at the annual EPIC Toledo Birthday Bash. Nearly 500 young professionals attended the event and enjoyed a surprise menu from Murray’s On-the-Go, a new downtown business that revealed their concept during the VIP Pre-Party, presented by Yark Automotive Group.

​At our recent Focus on Business lunch, elected officials from the Toledo Region came together to discuss the potential of a regional water system. The debate of regional water system has been at the forefront of discussion among elected officials and impacts all of the businesses and residents of our community. Attendees heard from TMACOG President Tim Brown, Lucas County Sanitary Engineer Jim Shaw, City of Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson, and City of Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough on the issue.

Sixteen of our members were recognized for more than thirty awards this year at the 2017 Toledo American Advertising Awards. This year nine member projects were awarded the coveted Gold Addy, which is recognition of the highest level of creative excellence and judged to be superior to all other entries (AAFToledo.com).  These entries will be immediately entered into the district competition for a chance to eventually receive national recognition. Congratulations to all!

Steve Hanson, president and CEO Hanson, Inc., received special recognition with the Silver Medal Award.  This award is given to a member of the local advertising community that has made generous contributions to their company, displayed exceptional creative ability, worked to advance the field of advertising, and actively contributed to the community. Congratulations Steve and thank you for all you do.

This year the following Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce Members received Gold Addy Awards: