Employers can apply for Ohio TechCred grants that cover the cost of technology-focused training programs for private employees from May 1 to May 31. TechCred helps employees learn new skills while enabling employers to build a stronger workforce with competencies needed in a tech-infused economy. Training for approved credentials may
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RESOURCES: Chamber Offers Discount for 2024 CEO Summit
The New Albany Chamber is offering a special discount for tickets to the 3rd Annual Ohio CEO Summit, Supply Chain: The DNA of Resilient Networks, on May 24 at Bath & Body Works DC#, 3 Limited Parkway. The summit is a one-day conference of CEO panels, interviews, and TED-style
RESOURCES: Library Offers Business Databases, Specialized Librarians to Local Businesses
The Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Business and Nonprofit Resource Center is a dedicated workspace for businesses and nonprofit organizations to pursue their goals. Located at the main library in downtown Columbus, it offers expert help from specialized librarians and provides access to business and nonprofit research databases. The center also provides
Red Roof Launches Empowering “Ask a SHE” Series
Red Roof recently launched an empowering new series, Ask a SHE, to help businesswomen create and promote a well-defined identity to set the stage for success. Marina McDonald, Red Roof’s chief marketing officer, and Lisa Hinson, president and founder of Hinson Ltd., were among the first female leaders, inside
GET INVOLVED: City Seeks Sponsors for Season of Celebrations
Planning for the City of New Albany’s 2024 events is underway, including opportunities to support and partner with the City! Juneteenth, summer concerts, and Diwali are just a few ways that City celebrates everyone who lives, works, and plays in the community and now is your chance to get involved.
PARTNER PROFILE: Heit Center Advances Health & Wellness for All
The first of its kind in the nation, the Heit Center for Healthy New Albany is a cutting-edge community health and wellness facility that features medical practices, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and ample community space for educational programs, ranging from strength training and meditation to cooking classes. It also houses
New Albany, Intel Praise CHIPS Funding Announcement
Intel Corporation and the U.S. Department of Commerce announced up to $8.5 billion in direct funding for Intel through the CHIPS and Science Act to advance Intel’s projects across the country, including two new leading-edge chip factories at the Ohio One campus in New Albany. Intel also increased its planned
ODOT, COTA Fund East-West Workforce Connector Study
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has received two Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Office of Transit Workforce Mobility Partnership Program Awards totaling $2.7 million to study the feasibility of an east-west workforce connector and expand its electric vehicle charging program.
COTA’s regional transit study will focus on transporting workers
Commercial Vehicle Group Hosts Grand Reopening of Headquarters
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (CVG), one of the first companies to move into the New Albany International Business Park, is recognizing its 20-year anniversary with milestone events throughout 2024. Recently, the company celebrated the completion of Phase 1 of its corporate headquarters renovation project on Walton Parkway.
CVG’s executive
Workforce: Meta Sponsors High School STEM Innovation Center
Students, educators and community leaders recently celebrated the grand opening of the Johnstown High School STEM Innovation Center powered by Meta. The innovation center is designed to inspire and empower students to create, design, engineer, and build utilizing state of the art technologies, including 3-D printing and robotics.
“Central
Workforce: SBDC Offers Professional Training Opportunities
The Small Business Development Centers at Columbus State Community College and Ohio University offer a variety of professional development training programs throughout the month of April and beyond. From QuickBooks Pro to LinkedIn for Sales and KPI Scorecards to Business Insurance, SBDC offers training and resources to help business owners
Resources: State’s Export Training Spur Business Growth
Companies have until April 3 to register for Ohio Department of Development’s Export Training programs designed to help Ohio companies export their goods and services, gain export knowledge, and participate in trade missions. Through the program, small and medium-sized businesses can learn to increase sales, diversify, and stabilize their businesses.
Resources: State Contracting Event Connects Small, Large Companies
Registration is now open for the annual Ohio Business Matchmaker event that connects small businesses to government buyers and large prime contractors. Ohio’s largest small business government contracting event is scheduled for May 8-9 at the Nutter Center at Wright State University. The event provides opportunities for small businesses to
Get Involved: Miracle League Seeks Volunteers to Support Athletes
As New Albany Miracle League’s athletes prepare for the 2024 season, the nonprofit that offers adaptive baseball at an accessible stadium for children, teens, and adults with special needs, is seeking volunteer buddies to support them in achieving their dreams. Volunteers can get in the game with roles as coaches,
Partner Profile: National Veterans Leadership Foundation
The National Veterans Leadership Foundation (NVLF) provides programs and services that help military-connected students thrive academically, socially, and culturally in college and supports universities in playing a key role in preparing them to transition in their careers while finding ways to serve as leaders. The organization partners with colleges, communities,
From Cornfields to Silicon Heartland: 25 Years of Collaboration
By Jennifer Chrysler, New Albany Director of Community Development
If one word could sum up the key driver for success at the New Albany International Business Park, it would be collaboration. It’s evident in the City’s strategic planning process that engages the entire community in cultivating a shared vision for
News: Amgen Opens State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility
Amgen recently celebrated the opening of its New Albany manufacturing site – the newest in its global operations network and the most advanced facility to date. A biotechnology pioneer, Amgen is one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, reaching millions of patients around the world. “Our new facility, known
Mount Carmel New Albany Opens New ER in Fall
Mount Carmel New Albany, the first healthcare system to invest in the City more than 20 years ago, has announced plans to open a new emergency department here this fall. The hospital is renovating more than 8,000 square feet of space on its first floor to accommodate the new
New Albany Pickleball Complex Receives Statewide Recognition
The City’s new pickleball complex won a second-place award at the annual Ohio Parks & Recreation Association Awards of Excellence recently. The pickleball complex, which opened last summer at 7300 Walnut Street, includes 16 tournament-level pickleball courts suitable for all skill levels. It is located adjacent to the New Albany