GreaterFindlayInc. Names Murphy HYL, HL Director

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GreaterFindlayInc. has named Sheri Murphy director and facilitator of the Hancock Leadership (HL) and Hancock Youth Leadership (HYL) programs effective July 6, 2009. Murphy is fulfilling the role once held by interim director, Angela Crist who now leads the efforts for the Hancock County & Visitors Bureau which is administered by GreaterFindlayInc. Read more...


Small Business Lending Seminar

GreaterFindlayInc. in partnership with local lending institutions hosted a Small Business Lending Seminar on Tuesday, June 30 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Findlay Country Club, 1500 Country Club Drive. Companies with 500 employees or less were invited to attend this complimentary program. Read more...

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Congratulations Ball Metal Corporation!

On behalf of the Findlay-Hancock County community, GreaterFindlayInc. would like to congratulate the employees of Ball Corporation for their ongoing innovation and commitment to excellence.

On June 1, the local Ball Corporation plant received Abbott’s Supplier Excellence Award.  Abbott, a global, broad-based health care company, recognizes only 37 companies out of more than 15,000 suppliers for this prestigious award.  The award recognizes suppliers providing outstanding performance and continuous improvement in supplying materials, equipment, and services to Abbott. 

This is the fourth consecutive year that Ball Corporation has earned this superior recognition.  We appreciate the employees of Ball Corporation that help make Findlay-Hancock County a great place to live and work!


Rally in the Alley Begins June 12

This summer, celebrate the end of the work week with live music, food and libations at Rally in the Alley! Rally in the Alley will be held the following Fridays, 5-8 p.m. in Latham Courtyard.


June 12, June 19, June 26,
July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31
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Foundation Golf Tournament

GreaterFindlayInc. will hold its 41st Annual Foundation Golf Tournament Monday, September 14, 2009 at the Findlay County Club. This signature event features networking opportunities, direct exposure and connection to the business community as well as gifts and prizes! Read more...


 

GFI Accepting Nominations for 2009 Small Business Awards

Presented by GreaterFindlayInc. and the Findlay Publishing Company

GreaterFindlayInc. is now accepting nominations for the 2009 Small Business Awards.

The following awards qualifying recipients will be presented at the 46th Annual Small Business Awards ceremony held 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 15 at Winebrenner Theological Seminary. Read more...

Nomination Form
Award Descriptions
ATHENA Nomination Form & Instructions


Greatest Regional Population Growth Found in Findlay-Hancock County

The U.S. Census Bureau population estimates indicate that between 2000 and 2008 Findlay-Hancock County experienced the greatest regional population growth at 4.2 percent. While surrounding county populations decreased, Findlay-Hancock County grew from 71,295 to 74,273 residents. Read more...


Greater Findlay Business Growth Ranked Twelfth in U.S. for Micropolitan Communities

Findlay, Ohio ranked twelfth best micropolitan community in the U.S. for new and expanding facilities by Site Selection magazine, the official publication of the Industrial Asset Management Council. The Greater Findlay region has been placed in Site Selection’s Top 20 for eleven consecutive years. Read more...


GFI Quick Links

GFI Membership Application
Membership Directory
Download Membership Directory-.pdf
2009 GreaterFindlayInc. Goals Statement
2008 GreaterFindlayInc. Economic Development Efforts
GFI Leadership Circle
2009 Farmers' Market Vendor Registration and Guidelines
Virtual Greater Findlay Street Map 
Interactive Map

UPCOMING EVENTS

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GFI Office Closed
July 3
Holiday Observance

Fresh Brewed Business
July 7, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Findlay Country Club

Hancock County Safety Council
Office Ergonomics
July 9, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Owens Community College

Rally in the Alley
July 10, 5-8 p.m.
Latham Courtyard, Downtown Findlay

HYL Golf Outing
July 24, 1 p.m.
Sycamore Springs
11492 Eagle TR 25, Arlington

Calendar of Events

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60 Seconds Strictly Business:
LaRiche Chevrolet Cadillac

Outstanding Customer Service Award
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SAVE THE DATE!

Foundation Golf Tournament
Sept. 14, 2009
Findlay Country Club


Small Business Awards
Oct. 15, 2009
Winebrenner Seminary

Nominate Someone Today!