Posts Tagged ‘Columbus Chamber’

Columbus Chamber adds 5 new members to Small Business Council

The Columbus Chamber has announced the addition of five new members to its Small Business Council. This year’s additions come from a variety of industry sectors, ranging from architecture to travel to floral design. They are: • Sherm Moreland, CEO of DesignGroup • Gretchen Gordon, managing...

February 25th, 2013 | Announcements | Read More

Jung Kim of the Columbus Chamber: Your Questions Answered

The Columbus Chamber recognizes that economic happenings at the national and local levels impact your business. That’s why, in addition to servicing and advocating for businesses in the region, the Columbus Chamber maintains a wealth of economic data. The Chamber’s research team is led by...

January 30th, 2013 | Frequently Asked Questions | Read More

Connecting Talent: Is Technology a Problem?

We’re a Chamber of Commerce with about 2,000 members. We meet one-on-one with about 700 individual business owners/managers each year. From small businesses to Fortune 500 enterprise, the number one need they express to us is frustration over trying (and failing) to find qualified workers. The...

December 28th, 2012 | Expert Perspective | Read More

Columbus Chamber partners with SoMoLend

SoMoLend will be the Columbus Chamber’s first recommendation for crowdfunding and featured on its website thanks to a new partnership between the two entities. SoMoLend, headquartered in Cincinnati, is a debt-based crowdfunding platform designed to match small business borrowers with investors...

December 24th, 2012 | Announcements | Read More

Columbus Chamber announces finalists for Business Summit Awards

The Columbus Chamber recently announced the finalists for its Business Summit Awards. The finalists have displayed strengths in one of four categories, and were chosen according to the results of an open nomination process that began in July. More than 150 nominations were made. “Innovative entrepreneurs...

October 31st, 2012 | Announcements | Read More

Columbus Chamber opposes Ohio Issue 2

The Columbus Chamber yesterday announced its opposition to Ohio Issue 2, the Ohio redistricting amendment that will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot. The proposed constitutional amendment would create an unelected, 12-member commission that would draw legislative and congressional districts; the commission...

September 20th, 2012 | Governance | Read More

Diversity Bridge connects businesses to opportunities

Small businesses, particularly those that are woman- and minority-owned, face multiple challenges every day. What resources are available and where can I locate them? Who offers the training that I need in order to operate and sustain my business? I want to be certified, but there are multiple certifications;...

September 4th, 2012 | Entrepreneurial Support | Read More

Research Tips for Entrepreneurs

It seems obvious. Before launching your startup or to grow your existing business, there is much research to be conducted to ensure your business will thrive. But many times, entrepreneurs will pursue what they are passionate about, without considering the most important question: Is there really a market...

June 29th, 2012 | Expert Perspective | Read More