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ICYMI: The 10th Annual OhioMBE Awards Recap! We had an incredible time celebrating Ohio’s small business community at Huntington Park! This year’s event was filled with inspiring moments, from honoring our Top Businesses and People’s Choice winners to recognizing influential advocates and leaders. Congratulations to Net Auto Glass, Corporate Cleaning Inc., Rath Builders Supply, Sylvia A. Garrett & Associates, Ncrease Financial Services, LLC, GOFS, Accelerated Laboratory Logistics, and Hubert Farms for being recognized as Top Businesses! A special shoutout to Serene’s Sweet Spot, Hubert Farms, Sylvia Garrett & Associates, and Rath Builders Supply for taking home People’s Choice Awards. The event also honored Terri Wise with the Publisher’s Award for her over 30 years of dedication to supporting Black-owned businesses in Ohio. Thank you to all our guests, speakers, sponsors, and supporters who made the event a success. If you joined us, we’d love to see your photos! Please share on our page OhioMBE or tag us with #OhioMBEAwards24 to keep the celebration going.

🏆 Nominate Your Business or a Deserving Business for the 10th Annual OhioMBE Awards! 🏆 We’re looking to recognize Ohio's Top Minority-Owned (MBE), Female-Owned (FBE), Veteran-Owned, and Family-Owned businesses! This is your chance to be part of a prestigious celebration of excellence in Ohio’s small business community. 🌟 📣 All nominated businesses will also be eligible to participate in the People's Choice Awards, which kicks off next week! 🎉 How to Nominate: ✅ Nominate yourself or another deserving business ✅ Gain recognition, increased visibility, and community support ✅ Be part of Ohio's biggest celebration of diversity and business excellence Don’t miss out on this opportunity to shine! 📋 Submit your nomination today at OhioMBEAwards.com 📅 Event Date: October 24, 2024 📍 Location: Huntington Park, Columbus, Ohio 💯 100% of ticket sales benefit the Ohio Business Development Center, supporting small businesses across the state. #OhioMBEAwards2024 #

FREE Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics with Eku Williams Learn how to protect your digital life and secure your business from cyber threats in this informative session. 🗓 Date: July 25, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM 🔗 Register Now: OHBDC.org FREE for ALL! Join Eku Williams from CyberSureLLC to discover strong password creation, phishing attempt recognition, device security, and personal information protection. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your cybersecurity knowledge! #SmallBusiness #Cybersecurity #BusinessSafety #OHBDC #FreeClass #DigitalSafety

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📢 Upcoming Event: July 25th! FREE Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics with Eku Williams Learn how to protect your digital life and secure your business from cyber threats in our SBLA Coffee & Counsel session. 🗓 Date: July 25, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM 🔗 Register Now: OHBDC.org FREE for ALL! Join Eku Williams from CyberSureLLC to discover strong password creation, phishing attempt recognition, device security, and personal information protection. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your cybersecurity knowledge! #SmallBusiness #Cybersecurity #BusinessSafety #OHBDC #FreeClass #SBLA #DigitalSafety

📢 Attention Small Business Owners! 🌟 📍 Join us at the OhioMBE Procurement Fair 📅 May 21, 2024 🏢 Hosted by the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium 🦁 Purchasing Department Got a product or service that can meet the needs of a busy zoo? Connect with our Purchasing team to explore exciting procurement opportunities. 🛒📦 🌳 Events and Promotions Department Are you in the events industry? Meet with our Events and Promotions department to discuss how your services could shine at our events! 🎤🎉 🔨 Construction Department In the construction or building maintenance business? Our Construction team is looking for partners like you to help enhance our facilities. 🏗️👷‍♂️ 💻 IT/Tech Department Tech innovators and service providers, our IT/Tech department is eager to meet with you to discuss potential tech solutions and collaborations. 💻🖥️ 👉 Register now to secure your 15-minute appointment: OhioMBE.com 🔗 For more information, visit: OhioMBE.com Let's make connections that grow your business! #OhioMBE #ProcurementFair #SmallBusiness #ColumbusZoo #Networking #BusinessGrowth #SupplierDiversity

🌟 Join Us at the OhioMBE Procurement Fair! 🌟 📅 Date: May 21, 2024 📍 Location: Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Expand your network and explore contracting opportunities with top organizations like Franklin County and Columbus Airports, among others! This is your chance to showcase your products and services directly to purchasing departments during dedicated 15-minute one-on-one appointments. Highlights: Columbus Airports: Discover projects including the construction of a $2 billion new airport terminal. Franklin County: Learn about upcoming projects in Moving and Cleaning Services for Senior Options and Firearms & Accessories. Zoo Departments Attending: Construction, Events & Promotions, IT/Tech, meet a diverse group of decision-makers. Don't miss Ohio's premier business networking event. Spaces are filling up fast! 👉 Register now at OhioMBE.com to secure your spot! #OhioMBE #BusinessNetworking #SupplierDiversity #ContractOpportunities #SmallBusinesses #ColumbusEvents