Ohio Business Development Center

We’ve got our first 2026 OhioMBE Awards partner!

Thank you to the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) for joining us as an Advocate Partner and supporting the work of the Ohio Business Development Center.

Visit our Awards Hub at OhioMBEAwards.com

The August 12 OhioMBE Daily Business Brief is posted! Read today’s business news at OhioMBE.com.

Contractors: There are still a few appointments available for TODAY'S Ask the Construction Expert session!

Get 15 minutes one-on-one with an experienced construction professional to ask about a project or business challenge you're dealing with right now.

Estimates and bids. Contracts. Blueprints. Project management. Change orders. Bonding. Certifications. Cash flow. Bring YOUR question and get practical guidance.

TODAY — August 12
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Online via Zoom
FREE

Appointments are limited. Reserve your time slot now at OHBDC.org.

We’re celebrating another OWCC Certified Women-Owned Business!

Congratulations to All League Sports and owner Cheryl Willis on earning the Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce Women-Owned Business Certification!

All League Sports provides professional sports officiating, sports management, and wellness-focused services for track, basketball, volleyball and other athletic programs.

OWCC Certification helps women-owned businesses build credibility, increase visibility and make connections that can lead to new opportunities.

Welcome to the OWCC certified business community, Cheryl!

Woman-Owned. Certified. Connected.
WomenInOhio.com/Certification

The August 11 OhioMBE Daily Business Brief is posted. Get today’s business news and resources at OhioMBE.com. https://ohiombe.com/archives/26811

TOMORROW: Your business etiquette is talking before you ever say a word.

How do you enter a room? Introduce yourself? Handle a business meal? Network without making it awkward? Follow up after making a connection?

Those little things matter.

On Tuesday, August 11 at 11:30 a.m., Nicki Stanley of The Keys Etiquette Consulting is bringing practical Business Etiquette Tips to help you show up professionally and confidently—whether you're meeting a potential client, attending a networking event, or sitting across the table from someone who could become your next opportunity.

Business Etiquette Tips
Tuesday, August 11
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom

Register or log in here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/s31ZJZMmS3O_aljAptS63g

Presented by the Ohio Business Development Center and Ohio Women's Chamber of Commerce.

Got a construction question? Get 15 minutes with a pro.

OBDC’s Ask the Construction Expert gives contractors a FREE private 15-minute consultation to get practical guidance on a real project or business challenge.

Bring your questions about estimates, bids, contracts, blueprints, project management, change orders, bonding, certifications, government contracting, payments, cash flow and more.

Wednesday, August 12
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Online via Zoom

Only 5 private appointments are available. Once a time is reserved, it’s gone.

Reserve your appointment today at OHBDC.org

Contracts, capital and Black Business Month resources—get the August 7 Daily Business Brief at OhioMBE.com. https//ohiombe.com/archives/26777

The Welcome Home Ohio Program is currently accepting applications. Organizations can learn more about the program, including eligible activities and qualifications, and apply at:
https://bit.ly/3RBYYtS

🔥 Welcome to the OWCC Family! 🔥

Please join us in congratulating The Torch Room, LLC on becoming an OWCC Certified Women-Owned Business!

Founded by Erica Russell (Averette), The Torch Room is helping adults prioritize their physical and mental well-being through fitness, wellness education, workshops, and community-centered programming. Their mission is simple but powerful: empower people to build healthier habits, strengthen their bodies and minds, and live longer, healthier lives.

We're proud to welcome another business committed to making a positive impact across Ohio.

Congratulations, Erica, and welcome to the growing community of OWCC Certified Women-Owned Businesses!

Ready to grow your business through certification, visibility, and connections?

🌐 WomenInOhio.com/Certification