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SBA e200 Program Returns to Youngstown
Monday, March 05, 2012YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The U.S. Small Business Administration is seeking area small-business owners to participate in its second round of the e200 Emerging Leaders Initiative.
The program, first offered here in 2011, offers entrepreneurs an intensive curriculum focused on developing growth strategies, utilizing local resources and attracting capital to fuel growth. Participants will have the opportunity to work with experienced mentors, attend workshops and develop connections with banks and the private equity community.
College/Career Event Set at Campbell Elementary School
Tuesday, February 28, 2012CAMPBELL, Ohio -- The Eastern Ohio P-16 Partnership for Education will host a college/career event tonight at Campbell Elementary School here. The event, open to all Mahoning County families, will feature representatives from area colleges and universities and local businesses.
Speakers will address academic and financial college/career preparation, officials said. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
YSU Offers Business Finance Seminar
Monday, February 27, 2012YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- “Financing the Growth of Your Business” is the topic of a March 14 seminar at Youngstown State University. The dinner program features a panel of experts discussing the available sources of funding and strategies for supporting the growth of business.
Building Trades’ Crane Discusses Recruiting
Monday, February 20, 2012BOARDMAN, Ohio – Today’s "Three Minutes With" video interview features Don Crane, president of the Western Reserve Building and Construction Trades Council. Crane participated in The Business Journal’s Labor Roundtable, published Feb. 14 (CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE).
Crane discusses his organization's efforts to attract young people into the trades through an apprenticeship guide and outreach programs with high school guidance counselors.
Manufacturers Coalition Seeks More Members
Saturday, February 18, 2012CANFIELD, Ohio – The Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition held an informational session Friday to build its membership and enthusiasm for its mission. About 70 individuals attended the event – which was held at the Mahoning County Career & Technical Center -- including representatives of area manufacturers, local bankers, educators and state legislators.