Chamber Amplified

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.

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July 15, 2025 29 mins

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, host Doug Jenkins from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce dives into the realm of business storytelling with Dr. Megan Adams from Homeplace Creative. With a background in journalism and expertise in marketing, Megan talks about the crucial role storytelling plays in business communications and customer relations. As Doug and Megan dive into the topic, t...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, host Doug Jenkins from the Findlay Hancock County Chamber of Commerce is joined by Jaimee Streacker, the Events Chair of the Findlay Young Professionals (FYP). The podcast returns after a brief hiatus to talk about the importance of professional development and networking opportunities for young professionals in the local community. Jaimee shares insights into the ...

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Join Doug Jenkins in a best of episode of Chamber Amplified as he talks with Steve Stivers, the President and CEO of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. In what was the 100th episode of the podcast, they take on topics like workforce development, the impacts of AI on business, and strategies to retain and attract talent in Ohio, particularly emphasizing innovation and growth opportunities in Findlay and Hanc...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins welcomes Chase Eikenbary from the Regional Growth Partnership to explore funding access for local businesses, with a focus on the JobsOhio Small Business Grant program. Key changes to the program have shifted its accessibility, impacting a broader range of businesses. Throughout the discussion, D...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, host Doug Jenkins of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, along with Jen Kuhn from the Kaleidoscope Youth Center, address the nuances of authentically supporting Pride Month within the business landscape. Focused on creating welcoming workplaces, the discussion tackles the significance of fostering an inclusive environment that respects and uplifts all e...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins looks into the core needs of local businesses: access to resources, particularly funding. With guest Nicole Scott, the director of the Small Business Development Center at Rhode State College, the conversation opens doors to different avenues of available business supports.

The discussion takes on...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, host Doug Jenkins from the Findlay Hancock County Chamber of Commerce dives into the art of networking with guest Jason Harris from Equitable Advisors. The discussion looks into strategies on how to navigate networking effectively, with insights from Jason's own experiences and lessons in building meaningful business relationships. The episode addresses the ev...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, hosted by Doug Jenkins from the Findlay Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, the focus is on the significance of maintaining a robust online presence for businesses. Joined by guest Nabil Shaheen of the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, the episode delves into strategies for businesses to effectively manage their digital profiles, emphasizing the imp...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, Doug Jenkins from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce explores workforce development issues with Ashley Stepec-Bibler of Raise the Bar Hancock County. They talk about strategies that help students in Findlay and Hancock County connect better with potential local employers as well as the significance of exercises like mock interview events that offer high...

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Join Doug Jenkins from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce for this episode of Chamber Amplified. This week, the focus is on employee health management during the open enrollment season for managed care organizations. It's a period that plays a big role in workers' compensation for Ohio's state-funded employers. Kiesha Martin of Sedgwick talks about the importance of an MCO in...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins dives into the topic of emergency preparedness for businesses, particularly focusing on severe weather and fire safety. Joined by Todd James from the American Red Cross and Eric Wilkins from the Findlay Fire Department, Doug explores practical steps to safeguard both employees and infrastructure ...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified, Doug Jenkins from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce sits down with Esther Ladipo Hill from DoorDash to discuss the  DoorDash accelerator program available for local businesses in Findlay. Esther shares insights into the program's objectives, including mentorship, financial grants, and advertising credits designed to help small businesses expand th...

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Are you a business owner in Findlay or Hancock County concerned about rising energy costs this summer? In this crucial 150th episode of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce's podcast, "Chamber Amplified," host Doug Jenkins speaks with Rick Davidson from the Chamber Energy Program about the significant energy cost increases expected in Findlay and the surrounding Hancock County ...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins tackles the topic of upcoming levies in Findlay and Hancock County, with a special spotlight on the Findlay City Schools levy and the Findlay Hancock County Public Library Renewal levy. The conversation delves into the significant impacts these levies can have on workforce development, community ...

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March 28, 2025 26 mins

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Orion Jones is the founder of True North Motivation, a company dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through leadership and motivation training. His leadership background includes having managed teams across various industries, including a significant stint as the Director of Operations and Capital Projects at the University of Findlay. 

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March 21, 2025 20 mins

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Gary Wilson is a member of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce's Agribusiness Committee. With a history of involvement in agriculture, Gary helped start the Agribusiness Committee in 1989. He has a long connection to Hancock County, being part of a family farm that dates back to 1834. 

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With spring on the horizon, the focal point of this edition of Chamber Amplified is the...

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Welcome to Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, where host Doug Jenkins examines  issues affecting local businesses. In this episode, Doug connects with State Representative Ty Matthews to explore legislative matters influencing the business environment in Findlay and beyond. Representative Matthews shares insights from his early months in office, discussing his focus ...

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On this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, we tackle what retiring local home builders means for housing in the area, and how that impacts economic development. Host Doug Jenkins is joined by Amy Sealts from the Putnam County Community Improvement Corporation, who shares a how Putnam County is creatively addressing these very issues.

 Doug and Amy explore a...

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February 28, 2025 17 mins

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Olivia Reuille and Ben Jenkins are senior board representatives of the Hancock Youth Leadership program. Olivia is a senior at Findlay High School and Ben is a senior at Liberty-Benton High School. Both have successfully completed the Hancock Youth Leadership program and have taken up leadership roles to guide this year's class.

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay...

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In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins talks with Chris Keller, the director of Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development, to discuss the landscape of economic development within the community. With a pulse on the developments in Findlay and Hancock County, Chris shares her insights from her first year in the role, focusing on stake...

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