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SUMMARY:6-week Business Planning + Coaching Series
DESCRIPTION:LAUNCH your dreams into reality by attending free business planning classes led by the Small Business Development Center of Rhodes State College. This 6-week in-depth series focuses on hands-on activity to help you apply strategic principles directly to your business. \n\nUnderstanding Business Strategy\nBusiness Planning Process\nStrategic Execution + Performance Measurement\n\nTuesdays – March 11 thru April 15\, 2025 from 5:30PM – 7:30PM \nSimulcast Location: Van Wert Area Economic Development – 140 E. Main St.\, Van Wert\, OH 45891 \nAttend ALL 6 sessions and one on one counseling to receive a small business training certificate and a complete business plan. \nSeries is FREE of charge! \nAutomatic entry for the Regional Pitchfest 2025
URL:https://vanwertworks.com/event/6-week-business-planning-coaching-series/
LOCATION:Van Wert Area Economic Development\, 140 E. Main St.\, Van Wert\, OH\, 45891\, United States
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SUMMARY:Education on Location
DESCRIPTION:Education on Local is an annual weeklong program facilitated by VWAEDC with the Business Advisory Council for local educators to acquire continuing education. This Ashland University-sanctioned course offers continuing education units required by the Ohio Department of Education + optional credit hours toward a degree. \nThe week’s goal was to enlighten teachers with local career opportunities for their students. By touring numerous Van Wert County businesses\, the attendees gain insight into the products + services of local companies. More importantly\, they earn an understanding of the vast number of local jobs for engineers\, medical professionals\, skilled trades\, logistics\, and lab scientists. The desired outcome is that teachers use this information to enlighten + prepare students as they journey toward a successful career. \nEducators learn about the “soft skills” employers desire. Dependability\, Customer Service\, Communication\, and Critical Thinking are among the top traits employers say they need for the success and longevity of their employees. \nRequired from the attendees was a write-up of takeaways + how educators will apply the information in the classroom. \n\n“Education on Location has helped me reflect on my teaching practices and provided me with an increased awareness of how I can connect my students with the local business community and help better prepare them for productive careers.” \n– A recent participant
URL:https://vanwertworks.com/event/education-on-location/
LOCATION:Vantage Career Center\, 818 N Franklin Street\, Van Wert\, OH\, 45891\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Van Wert Area Economic Development / Van Wert County Business Advisory Council":MAILTO:amiller@vanwerted.com
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SUMMARY:2026 JobQuest Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 JobQuest Expo on Wednesday\, April 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds – Jr. Fair Building (1055 S. Washington St.\, Van Wert\, OH). \nHosted by Van Wert Works and OhioMeansJobs of Van Wert County\, this free community job fair will feature 40+ employers representing industries such as manufacturing\, healthcare\, finance\, agriculture\, transportation\, construction\, and more. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to:• Meet local employers who are actively hiring• Explore career paths across multiple industries• Apply for jobs on-site• Connect with workforce and education resources \nSeveral employers will also be conducting on-site interviews during the event. \nPrepare for the event with our Guide to Success: https://anyflip.com/uzkhc/mxzl \nSchedule an on-site interview: https://jobquestexpo.simplybook.me/v2/#book \nWhether you are exploring career options\, looking for a new job\, or ready for your next step\, the JobQuest Expo is a great opportunity to connect with employers in our region.
URL:https://vanwertworks.com/event/2026-jobquest-expo/
LOCATION:Van Wert County Fairgrounds – Jr. Fair Building\, 1055 S. Washington St.\, Van Wert\, OH\, 45891\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Van Wert Works / Ohio Means Jobs Van Wert County":MAILTO:workforce@vanwerted.com
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