Chamber Amplified
Each week Doug Jenkins of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce talks to industry experts to help local businesses find new ideas, operate more efficiently, and adapt to ever-changing conditions.
Episodes
Originally aired February 24, 2023
Doug Jenkins is back with another Best Of episode of Chamber Amplified, and this one is a must-listen for anyone thinking about downtown development, small town revitalization, and building momentum in local communities.
In this episode, Doug sits down with Jason Duff, founder of Small Nation in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to unpack how one small town went from struggling storefronts to a thr...
Originally aired May 24, 2024
As we wrap up the year, we’re revisiting a very important conversation we had on Chamber Amplified: business owner exit strategy and succession planning.
In this Best Of episode, Doug Jenkins is joined by Jason Harris of Equitable Advisors to talk about what business owners need to know before they retire, sell, or step away from their company - and why waiting too long can cost owners, emp...
As organizations across Findlay and Hancock County start planning for 2026, many are looking for ways to grow events, attract visitors, and create a bigger impact - all without stretching their budgets.
In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug Jenkins is joined by Alissa Preston from Visit Findlay and the Convention & Visitors Bureau to break down the tourism gr...
How do communities build a strong workforce for the future, and what role do local employers play in that process?
In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug Jenkins sits down with Tricia Valasek of Raise the Bar Hancock County to talk about how workforce development is evolving and what employers should be doing to prepare for 2026 and beyond.
Tricia shares a behind-t...
Access to capital is one of the biggest barriers facing Ohio’s small businesses, and the state has rolled out a brand-new tool to help. This week on Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague returns to break down the newly launched Buckeye Business Advantage, a program designed to reduce interest costs for eligible small businesses across the state.
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This week on Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, we’re joined by Brooke Dirtzu from the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland to break down the Business Outlook and Trends Survey (BOTS) and why you should take part.
The BOTS survey is a short, five-minute snapshot of what your business is experiencing, things like demand, prices, staffing, wage. Those responses become part of the data the...
This week on Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce we’re digging into a different kind of leadership conversation - the practical skills that actually help people grow inside an organization. Communication that lands. Conflict that gets resolved instead of ignored. Understanding yourself well enough to lead others. And even learning how to be wrong productively.
Scam texts, fake phone calls, hacked emails - fraud attempts are hitting businesses and individuals every single day. And as November marks National Fraud Month, it’s the perfect time to take a step back and make sure you're protected.
In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug sits down with Diane Ragless of The Union Bank Company to break down what fraud really...
Hiring the right person starts with the interview.
This week on Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug Jenkins talks with Bryan Little of Kata Solutions and EOS Worldwide about how structured interviews help business owners and managers make better hiring decisions and avoid costly turnover.
Bryan breaks down:
- Why unstructured, conversational interviews often lead to bias and bad ...
There’s more to starting a business than finding funding. In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins talks with Nicole Scott, Director of the Small Business Development Center at Rhodes State College, about the other side of entrepreneurship — everything you need to know before you open your doors.
Nicole walks through what new business owners often overl...
Training the Safety Trainer:
What happens when “other duties as assigned” suddenly includes safety training? In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug Jenkins talks with Nathan Frasure of Ohio Logistics about what to do when safety lands on your plate — even if it’s not part of your background. Nathan talks about how more employees are being tasked with safety respo...
Traditional media has changed—but it still packs credibility and reach your business can’t ignore. In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins talks with Brandon Daniels, Chief of Staff & Director of Communications at Kalmbach Feeds, about how to blend earned media with your digital strategy.
You’ll hear why relying only on social (and the algorithm) ...
LinkedIn isn’t just for people looking for jobs — it’s one of the most powerful tools for building credibility, visibility, and real connections in your community. This week, Doug Jenkins of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce talks with Laura Seelinger of LSX Partners about how you and your business can get more out of LinkedIn. They cover the biggest myths and mistakes people make on the platform, how cre...
Hancock County recently completed a study on broadband access — not just who’s connected, but how reliable, affordable, and useful those connections really are. On this edition of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Hancock County Commissioner Jeff Hunker and Lisa Lawson from the Center for Regional Development join host Doug Jenkins to break down the findings, from the gaps still fa...
The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for health plans is here, making the next few months the most critical time of year for insurance professionals and for your business. Don't wait until it's too late—now is the perfect time to review your employee health insurance offerings.
In this essential episode, host Doug Jenkins with the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce sits down with Grace George from Hitch...
In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, we're introducing you to the newest member of the Alliance staff, Sarah Foltz. Sarah shares what makes her so passionate about community engagement and how her new role will help connect and elevate different parts of our community, from the Hancock Leadership programs to the ArtWalk festival.
We’ll also dive into the history...
This episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce features a conversation with Hank Walters, a recent graduate of the Hancock Youth Leadership program and a senior at Cory-Rawson High School. Hank shares the inspiring story of Findlay Fresh Start, a new nonprofit he co-founded with fellow students to help combat homelessness in the Findlay and Hancock County area.
Born out of an init...
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins sits down with Pam Hamlin from the Millstream Career Center to discuss the latest expansion at the Center and its projected impact on workforce development in the Findlay and Hancock County area. The episode dives into how local schools and businesses can collaborate to make sure local educationa...
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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins talks about the importance of community involvement for businesses with Sherri Garner Brumbaugh, the President and CEO of Garner Trucking. The discussion revolves around how businesses can impact their communities beyond simple economics through sponsorships and partnerships. Garner Tru...
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This episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce focuses on the business case for supporting employees in recovery. Amber Wolfrom from the Family Resource Center, joins Doug to talk about how businesses can balance operational goals with creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for employees battling substance use disorders and mental health issues. Amb...
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