ENTREPRENEURS
The Center for Entrepreneurship
“The purpose of The Center for Entrepreneurship is to provide sources and opportunities to support and grow small businesses at the local level.”
The Center for Entrepreneurship was established in 1999. The center provides business information and counseling, technical assistance, and training to existing businesses and new entrepreneurs. Any small business owner or person interested in starting a business may request assistance in the Findlay CEAC.
Center for Entrepreneurship Advisory Council (CEAC)
| Beverly, Rick |
Banker |
Citizens National Bank |
| Brown, Craig |
Business Advisor |
SBDC |
| Burnside, Bob |
Contractor |
The Shelly Company |
| Patrick, Carey |
Banker |
Fifth Third Bank |
| Chalfin, Chris |
CPA |
Fruth and Company |
| Heidlebaugh, Scott |
Agent |
New York Life Insurance Co. |
| Kahlig, Jackie |
Intern |
GreaterFindlayInc. |
| Keller, Kathy |
Business Advisor |
SBDC |
| Neubauer, Dionne |
Chief Operating Officer |
GreaterFindlayInc. |
| Pepple, Mike |
Banker |
First Federal Bank |
| Rogerson, Russ |
Executive VP |
GreaterFindlayInc. |
| Seitz, Dave |
CPA |
Pry Professional Group |
| Smithers, Carolyn |
Administrator |
JOBsolutions |
| Snyder, Todd |
Business Development Officer |
Home Savings & Loan |
| Wagner, Thomas |
Insurance |
Mass Mutual Financial Group |
| Ward, Chris |
Professor |
University of Findlay |
| Weber, Don |
Contractor |
The Shelly Co. |
| Wickham, Brent |
Professor |
Owens Community College |
| Yoakam, Jason |
Advertising Agent |
Farmer+Yoakam advertising agency, ltd. |
"What We Do"
Business Resources
We provide important information to small business entrepreneurs. The information is gathered frequently so that we can fulfill any questions that you may have about starting up a business.
Business Counseling
We provide practical, up-to-date counseling and technical assistance to start-up an existing business and also assistance on improving an existing business. At the Center for Entrepreneurship we provide services based upon the needs of the business.
Our services are free, so don’t hesitate to call and make an appointment 419-424-3313 ext 111.
Training
Conduct training workshops on all aspects of small business fundamentals for a nominal charge.
A Message from GFI
GreaterFindlayInc. has implemented a set of values intended to guide our behavior toward each other and our customers. The Code of Ethical Practices defines the professional conduct expected of every employee and board member of The Chamber. This Code also applies to everyone who works and represents The Chamber and can be integrated into your organization as well.
In essence, the Code represents our long-standing commitment to maintaining ethical work practices at The Chamber, in addition to complying with all laws that apply to our organization.
This Code does not provide a comprehensive formula for determining a specific conduct in every situation. While the Code’s policies are general, its spirit and intent are specific.
The Chamber’s good name and reputation are the product of the long-standing conduct, dedication and expertise of the people who work and represent the organization. Our ability to market the Findlay/Hancock County community greatly depends on those individuals who fully understand and support this Code’s purpose and spirit.
We are on a mission to become the community of choice. This Code will help us reach our goal by ensuring The Chamber’s employees and representatives always conduct business in a way that meets the highest ethical and legal standards.