In an increasingly digital world, businesses rely heavily on IT infrastructure to maintain operations, protect data, and deliver services to clients. The recent CrowdStrike outage serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that come with our reliance on technology. This incident, which affected numerous businesses worldwide, underscores the critical importance of IT resilience. ​ Keep reading as we examine the CrowdStrike situation for valuable lessons on how businesses can build resilience against similar outages and protect their operations from unforeseen disruptions. The CrowdStrik ..read more

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving world, continuous learning is essential for career advancement and personal growth. As the demand for new skills and knowledge increases, busy professionals often seek flexible learning solutions that fit their schedules. ​This is where online learning comes into play, offering a flexible, accessible, and effective solution for those looking to upskill and advance their careers.  Flexibility and Convenience One of the most significant advantages of online learning is the flexibility it offers. Online courses allow you to learn at your own pace an ..read more

​In the rapidly evolving business landscape, staying ahead of the curve is not just a competitive advantage—it's a necessity. For business owners and Human Resource managers in the Toledo region, the importance of investing in employee learning and development cannot be overstated. Here at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, we believe that fostering a culture of continuous learning is key to driving innovation, increasing productivity, and retaining top talent. ​The Business Case for Employee Learning and Development 1.Enhancing Employee Skills and Productivity In today’s fast-paced ma ..read more

When I think of summer, images of backyard cookouts, camping, and relaxing around a fire pit come to mind. However, July is a busy month for your Ohio BWC policy due to the intersection of policy years and actions that accompany each one. ​ What follows is a checklist of items that impact your Ohio BWC account and can rattle your peace of mind (if you are in the state fund, not self-funded).  Policy Year 2023 Policy Year 2023 just ended on June 30, 2024, and it is now time to make sure you paid the appropriate premiums to BWC by performing a true-up. True-Up Process Log onto your Ohi ..read more

​The Toledo Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the 2024 All-Aboard Leadership Launch presented by AT&T is back again this year! This unique event will take place on Thursday, August 22, aboard the Glass City Pearl, the newest addition to the downtown Toledo waterfront. This event is more than just an evening on the water; it is a golden opportunity for emerging leaders and established professionals to network, learn, and grow together.​​ An Unmissable Opportunity for Networking In today’s fast-paced business world, networking is more important than ever. Bui ..read more

As concerns around electric grid reliability intensify, the need for more sustainable energy options grows. Ohio legislators have a golden opportunity to explore an innovative solution to these problems with House Bill 197. Introduced by Ohio Representatives Jim Hoops, R-Napoleon, and Sharon Ray, R-Wadsworth, HB197 would create a pilot program to encourage the development of community solar projects in Ohio for both residential and commercial use.  Community solar is a simple yet transformative concept: it allows residents, businesses and organizations to share the benefits of a solar ..read more

​The 2023 Ohio Export Report released last month from the Ohio Department of Development showed that: Ohio is the 10th largest exporter of goods in the United States. Ohio's exports in 2023 were valued at $55.8 billion, a 9% increase in the last decade. Ohio's exports went to 210 countries and territories. Canada was the top destination, followed by Mexico, then Asian countries. Industrial machinery was Ohio's top export product followed by vehicles, aircraft, electrical machinery, plastics, and optic/photo/medical instruments. Ohio leads the nation in exports of soaps/cleaning prepar ..read more

As you may have seen, Governor Mike DeWine yesterday announced recommendations for improvements to U.S. 23 in Delaware County. These improvements are designed to improve safety and traffic flow in the Delaware area - a critical part of the two-pronged solution that we have been advocating to be implemented. That two-pronged solution is 1) address the degradation that has been allowed to happen that has impeded the flow of traffic and 2) establish a free-flow connection between northwest and central Ohio. A copy of the recommendations is here. These recommendations will be subject to p ..read more

​The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our newest members who joined in May! We're excited to have such a diverse and dynamic group of businesses and organizations joining us. Learn more about each of them below and then be sure to connect and collaborate with these new members to strengthen our vibrant business community. Let's give a big round of applause to:  Arrow Print and Copy - Based in Sylvania, Ohio, Arrow Print & Copy focuses on customer satisfaction first since 1985. They pride themselves in offering a wide range of pr ..read more

Are you someone who spots a corner turned up on a mat at a restaurant and straightens it out? If so, you are one of my people. During the month of June, we celebrate National Safety Month. It’s a great time to recognize the men and women who devote their lives to keeping people safe. One such individual is Julie Reynolds of the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation; she is a tremendous advocate of safety & hygiene in the workplace. Another safety hero of mine is Bob Momany, President of the Safety Council of Northwest Ohio who is a flowing fountain of safety training and knowledge.  ..read more