Business Seminars
Each year the Defiance Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a series of Free Business Seminars. In today’s fast paced environment where leaders are trying to balance results with relationships, having the right tools to do the job is a must. Each session is designed to be interactive and packed with tools participants can use right away in any team setting.
Taught by industry leaders of their fields, these speakers will deliver leading education that covers topics ranging from Customer Service, Time Management, Marketing Techniques, Human Resources and so much more. By attending one of these classes you can guarantee that your employees will walk away with the information needed to move your business to the next level.
Taught by industry leaders of their fields, these speakers will deliver leading education that covers topics ranging from Customer Service, Time Management, Marketing Techniques, Human Resources and so much more. By attending one of these classes you can guarantee that your employees will walk away with the information needed to move your business to the next level.
"Time Management Tune Up"
PRESENTED BY:
The Employers' Association
February 28, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
The Employers' Association
February 28, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
No Cost Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10
$10
This seminar will outline the essentials of prioritizing your schedule. At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the importance of managing time effectively
- Describe how to Manage Interruptions and Harness the Power of the Time Audit
- Identify the Time Wasters that we Can and that we Can’t Control at work
- Demonstrate using practical tools and ideas to help you become more organized, focused, more proficient at prioritizing, and a better user of time
- Understand and practice how to Make Meetings (and e-mail) Less Awful
Meet Your Instructor:
Dave Tippett, PHR, SHRM-SCP
Director, On-Site Learning and Consultation
Dave is well-known for his enthusiasm, training creativity and commitment to helping people work better, together. Before coming to the Employers’ Association, he worked and trained for a large behavioral healthcare organization. Before then, Dave was a Human Resources Director in Toledo, OH for ten years.
Dave has provided training for such companies as Silgan Can, Campbell Soup, Cooper Tire, Whirlpool, General Motors, Libbey, Inc., Spangler Candy, Sauder Woodworking, and many, many more. He is also Past President of two area SHRM chapters, served a Co-Chair for three large regional HR conferences, is a published and award winning playwright, author, speaker, above average husband and father to several “fur children” (dog and 3 cats). Dave and his wife, Jill, make their home in Gibsonburg, OH.
Dave is a graduate of the University of Toledo and holds a Professional Human Resources certification from HRCI and from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).
Dave Tippett, PHR, SHRM-SCP
Director, On-Site Learning and Consultation
Dave is well-known for his enthusiasm, training creativity and commitment to helping people work better, together. Before coming to the Employers’ Association, he worked and trained for a large behavioral healthcare organization. Before then, Dave was a Human Resources Director in Toledo, OH for ten years.
Dave has provided training for such companies as Silgan Can, Campbell Soup, Cooper Tire, Whirlpool, General Motors, Libbey, Inc., Spangler Candy, Sauder Woodworking, and many, many more. He is also Past President of two area SHRM chapters, served a Co-Chair for three large regional HR conferences, is a published and award winning playwright, author, speaker, above average husband and father to several “fur children” (dog and 3 cats). Dave and his wife, Jill, make their home in Gibsonburg, OH.
Dave is a graduate of the University of Toledo and holds a Professional Human Resources certification from HRCI and from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).
"Social Media Scheduling Tools and Content Calendar Building"
PRESENTED BY:
Natural Design and Graphics
March 28, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
Natural Design and Graphics
March 28, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10 $20
$10 $20
Learn how to maximize your time and build a more consistent social media presence for your business by using social media scheduling tools and developing a content calendar.
Meet Your Instructor:
Michelle O'Dell
Marketing Strategist
For more than 15 years, businesses have relied on Natural Design and Graphics for cost-effective, innovative solutions. From print to digital, we create eye-catching pieces that speak directly to our clients’ target audiences. Our talented team has grown to include designers, web developers, copy writers and social media experts, allowing us to provide comprehensive marketing solutions.
Michelle O'Dell
Marketing Strategist
For more than 15 years, businesses have relied on Natural Design and Graphics for cost-effective, innovative solutions. From print to digital, we create eye-catching pieces that speak directly to our clients’ target audiences. Our talented team has grown to include designers, web developers, copy writers and social media experts, allowing us to provide comprehensive marketing solutions.
"The Real Benefits of a Worksite Benefits Program"
PRESENTED BY:
Frost Insurance Agency
April 26, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
Frost Insurance Agency
April 26, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
No Cost Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10
$10
One of the best ways to attract and retain quality employees is to offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. Voluntary benefits, also known as worksite benefits, are a cost-effective solution to help employees offset out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Meet Your Instructor:
Jake Michael
Benefits Agent
Frost Insurance Agency, Inc. is an independent insurance agency, founded in 1945. Since then, we have grown through the relationships that we have developed with our lasting customers and we continue to put the customer first to this day. As a Trusted Choice independent insurance agency, Frost Insurance is committed to providing our customers with the level of service they expect from their insurance agent.
Jake Michael
Benefits Agent
Frost Insurance Agency, Inc. is an independent insurance agency, founded in 1945. Since then, we have grown through the relationships that we have developed with our lasting customers and we continue to put the customer first to this day. As a Trusted Choice independent insurance agency, Frost Insurance is committed to providing our customers with the level of service they expect from their insurance agent.
"Ditch the Drama Reality Based Leadership"
PRESENTED BY:
The Employers' Association
May 23, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
The Employers' Association
May 23, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
No Cost Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10
$10
Want to turn excuses into results? Transform unhappy employees into accountable, successful members of the workforce? Then “Reality Based Leadership” is the key! Instead of working to perfect the circumstances of employees, you’ll discover practical tools and techniques to reveal a reality-based mindset.
Through this new mindset, you’ll gain simple ways to call your teams to greatness, keeping them ready for business challenges now and into the future. They begin to succeed and deliver results in spite of their circumstances.
Through this new mindset, you’ll gain simple ways to call your teams to greatness, keeping them ready for business challenges now and into the future. They begin to succeed and deliver results in spite of their circumstances.
Meet Your Instructor:
Dave Tippett, PHR, SHRM-SCP
Director, On-Site Learning and Consultation
Dave is well-known for his enthusiasm, training creativity and commitment to helping people work better, together. Before coming to the Employers’ Association, he worked and trained for a large behavioral healthcare organization. Before then, Dave was a Human Resources Director in Toledo, OH for ten years.
Dave has provided training for such companies as Silgan Can, Campbell Soup, Cooper Tire, Whirlpool, General Motors, Libbey, Inc., Spangler Candy, Sauder Woodworking, and many, many more. He is also Past President of two area SHRM chapters, served a Co-Chair for three large regional HR conferences, is a published and award winning playwright, author, speaker, above average husband and father to several “fur children” (dog and 3 cats). Dave and his wife, Jill, make their home in Gibsonburg, OH.
Dave is a graduate of the University of Toledo and holds a Professional Human Resources certification from HRCI and from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).
Dave Tippett, PHR, SHRM-SCP
Director, On-Site Learning and Consultation
Dave is well-known for his enthusiasm, training creativity and commitment to helping people work better, together. Before coming to the Employers’ Association, he worked and trained for a large behavioral healthcare organization. Before then, Dave was a Human Resources Director in Toledo, OH for ten years.
Dave has provided training for such companies as Silgan Can, Campbell Soup, Cooper Tire, Whirlpool, General Motors, Libbey, Inc., Spangler Candy, Sauder Woodworking, and many, many more. He is also Past President of two area SHRM chapters, served a Co-Chair for three large regional HR conferences, is a published and award winning playwright, author, speaker, above average husband and father to several “fur children” (dog and 3 cats). Dave and his wife, Jill, make their home in Gibsonburg, OH.
Dave is a graduate of the University of Toledo and holds a Professional Human Resources certification from HRCI and from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).
"Logos & Brand Identity"
PRESENTED BY:
March 4th Design
June 20, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
March 4th Design
June 20, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10 $20
$10 $20
Steps to develop a strong visual identity and why it matters.
- What is a logo and brand identity?
- What makes a strong logo / brand?
- What a strong logo / brand does for your business
- How to develop a strong logo / brand identity
- Hiring a professional designer vs. agencies like 99designs or the kid down the street etc.
Meet Your Instructor:
Gretchen Clark
Graphic Designer, Owner
Gretchen Clark is the founder and graphic designer of March 4th Design. For more than 15 years she’s helped develop and reinforce visual brand identities through consultation, logo, business card, brochure, indoor/outdoor sign, T-Shirt, menu, poster, and web design, and more. You may have seen some of her work at local establishments such as upscale restaurant, Sweetwater Chophouse, and local grocery retailer, Chief Supermarkets.
Partnering with clients to better compete in the (relatively) free-market is what gets her up in the morning. Her clients know they can count on her to serve them in the best way she knows how.
When she’s not (slightly) obsessing about creating designs that are efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing, Gretchen can be found practicing and teaching Taekwondo, consuming fine food, reading various books, traveling, and spending time outdoors in a kayak or on a hiking trail with her beloved husband, son, and dog.
Gretchen Clark
Graphic Designer, Owner
Gretchen Clark is the founder and graphic designer of March 4th Design. For more than 15 years she’s helped develop and reinforce visual brand identities through consultation, logo, business card, brochure, indoor/outdoor sign, T-Shirt, menu, poster, and web design, and more. You may have seen some of her work at local establishments such as upscale restaurant, Sweetwater Chophouse, and local grocery retailer, Chief Supermarkets.
Partnering with clients to better compete in the (relatively) free-market is what gets her up in the morning. Her clients know they can count on her to serve them in the best way she knows how.
When she’s not (slightly) obsessing about creating designs that are efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing, Gretchen can be found practicing and teaching Taekwondo, consuming fine food, reading various books, traveling, and spending time outdoors in a kayak or on a hiking trail with her beloved husband, son, and dog.
"College Planning"
PRESENTED BY:
Prodigy Soutions
July 25, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
Prodigy Soutions
July 25, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
No Cost Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10
$10
Touch on how to increase your tax deductions and tax credits. Which assets are taken into consideration when the U.S. Department of Education calculates your Family Contribution. How to get ahead by developing a customized plan to meet all the college costs you will incur as a family. A road guide to get from a high school freshmen to a college graduate.
Meet Your Instructor:
Eric Westhoven
Our Company
Prodigy College Planning & Retirement Solutions, LLC was founded with the goal of assisting our clients in every aspect of their financial lives. We’ve provided the most comprehensive and personal service available, thus earning a reputation for excellence in our industry. For each of our clients, we strive to create financial stability and security to provide financial independence and peace of mind.
Our Commitment
Our staff consists of experienced professionals with a “hands on” approach to financial guidance. Not only will you find our team members knowledgeable, but you will also discover that our staff truly cares about making your dreams a reality. As your trusted consultants, we will do everything in our power to keep you focused on where you want to go, advise you on how to get there, and continually remind you of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to realizing your dreams.
Our Principle
Our company principle is quite simple actually, “People and families want to feel taken care of” and that is what we strive to do better than any other company in the business. Our core values of trust integrity, respect, and professionalism are evident in not only our finalized plans of action but in our approach to our initial consultation with our clients as well. From that meeting forward, our goal is to make each person and family feel and know that we will take care of them.
Eric Westhoven
Our Company
Prodigy College Planning & Retirement Solutions, LLC was founded with the goal of assisting our clients in every aspect of their financial lives. We’ve provided the most comprehensive and personal service available, thus earning a reputation for excellence in our industry. For each of our clients, we strive to create financial stability and security to provide financial independence and peace of mind.
Our Commitment
Our staff consists of experienced professionals with a “hands on” approach to financial guidance. Not only will you find our team members knowledgeable, but you will also discover that our staff truly cares about making your dreams a reality. As your trusted consultants, we will do everything in our power to keep you focused on where you want to go, advise you on how to get there, and continually remind you of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to realizing your dreams.
Our Principle
Our company principle is quite simple actually, “People and families want to feel taken care of” and that is what we strive to do better than any other company in the business. Our core values of trust integrity, respect, and professionalism are evident in not only our finalized plans of action but in our approach to our initial consultation with our clients as well. From that meeting forward, our goal is to make each person and family feel and know that we will take care of them.
"Web Presence"
PRESENTED BY:
March 4th Design
August 22, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
March 4th Design
August 22, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10 $20
$10 $20
- Why have a website?
- Steps Involved (initial setup secure domain, host, design/construction, mgmt)
- What makes an effective website? (good photos, content, and navigation)
- Hiring a professional designer vs. designing your own site w/ a web builder or products like Square Space or Wix, or a kid down the street?
Meet Your Instructor:
Gretchen Clark
Graphic Designer, Owner
Gretchen Clark is the founder and graphic designer of March 4th Design. For more than 15 years she’s helped develop and reinforce visual brand identities through consultation, logo, business card, brochure, indoor/outdoor sign, T-Shirt, menu, poster, and web design, and more. You may have seen some of her work at local establishments such as upscale restaurant, Sweetwater Chophouse, and local grocery retailer, Chief Supermarkets.
Partnering with clients to better compete in the (relatively) free-market is what gets her up in the morning. Her clients know they can count on her to serve them in the best way she knows how.
When she’s not (slightly) obsessing about creating designs that are efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing, Gretchen can be found practicing and teaching Taekwondo, consuming fine food, reading various books, traveling, and spending time outdoors in a kayak or on a hiking trail with her beloved husband, son, and dog.
Gretchen Clark
Graphic Designer, Owner
Gretchen Clark is the founder and graphic designer of March 4th Design. For more than 15 years she’s helped develop and reinforce visual brand identities through consultation, logo, business card, brochure, indoor/outdoor sign, T-Shirt, menu, poster, and web design, and more. You may have seen some of her work at local establishments such as upscale restaurant, Sweetwater Chophouse, and local grocery retailer, Chief Supermarkets.
Partnering with clients to better compete in the (relatively) free-market is what gets her up in the morning. Her clients know they can count on her to serve them in the best way she knows how.
When she’s not (slightly) obsessing about creating designs that are efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing, Gretchen can be found practicing and teaching Taekwondo, consuming fine food, reading various books, traveling, and spending time outdoors in a kayak or on a hiking trail with her beloved husband, son, and dog.
"The Ins & Outs of Group Health Insurance"
PRESENTED BY:
Frost Insurance Agency
September 26, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
Frost Insurance Agency
September 26, 2019
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
No Cost Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10
$10
Health Insurance is scary. It’s something that people usually turn their nose to. I believe Health Insurance can be a great tool for anybody, especially groups, if used correctly and efficiently. It’s my goal to show you the Ins & Outs of Group Health Insurance.
Meet Your Instructor:
Jake Michael
Benefits Agent
Frost Insurance Agency, Inc. is an independent insurance agency, founded in 1945. Since then, we have grown through the relationships that we have developed with our lasting customers and we continue to put the customer first to this day. As a Trusted Choice independent insurance agency, Frost Insurance is committed to providing our customers with the level of service they expect from their insurance agent.
Jake Michael
Benefits Agent
Frost Insurance Agency, Inc. is an independent insurance agency, founded in 1945. Since then, we have grown through the relationships that we have developed with our lasting customers and we continue to put the customer first to this day. As a Trusted Choice independent insurance agency, Frost Insurance is committed to providing our customers with the level of service they expect from their insurance agent.
"The Importance of Email Marketing & Social Media Integration Tips"
PRESENTED BY:
Natural Design and Graphics
October 24, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
Natural Design and Graphics
October 24, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10 $20
$10 $20
Learn more about popular email marketing tools and why it pays to incorporate this strategy into your marketing plan. We'll also talk about how to leverage email marketing beyond the inbox and into your overall promotional and social media strategies.
Meet Your Instructor:
Michelle O'Dell
Marketing Strategist
For more than 15 years, businesses have relied on Natural Design and Graphics for cost-effective, innovative solutions. From print to digital, we create eye-catching pieces that speak directly to our clients’ target audiences. Our talented team has grown to include designers, web developers, copy writers and social media experts, allowing us to provide comprehensive marketing solutions.
Michelle O'Dell
Marketing Strategist
For more than 15 years, businesses have relied on Natural Design and Graphics for cost-effective, innovative solutions. From print to digital, we create eye-catching pieces that speak directly to our clients’ target audiences. Our talented team has grown to include designers, web developers, copy writers and social media experts, allowing us to provide comprehensive marketing solutions.
"Retirement Planning"
PRESENTED BY:
Prodigy Solutions
December 5, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
PRESENTED BY:
Prodigy Solutions
December 5, 2019
7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
Stroede Center for the Arts
319 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
No Cost Member Benefit Non-Member Pricing
$10
$10
Discuss financial strategies to use to qualify for most free money available. Offer maximum flexibility to implement an education benefits program uniquely suited for your company. By supporting your employee's educational achievement and goals, you are rewarding the best and creating a competitive recruitment advantage. Bring student loan repayment to Employer retirement plans. How to Reverse Employee turnover with Benefits that Provide Employees with Choices.
Meet Your Instructor:
Eric Westhoven
Our Company
Prodigy College Planning & Retirement Solutions, LLC was founded with the goal of assisting our clients in every aspect of their financial lives. We’ve provided the most comprehensive and personal service available, thus earning a reputation for excellence in our industry. For each of our clients, we strive to create financial stability and security to provide financial independence and peace of mind.
Our Commitment
Our staff consists of experienced professionals with a “hands on” approach to financial guidance. Not only will you find our team members knowledgeable, but you will also discover that our staff truly cares about making your dreams a reality. As your trusted consultants, we will do everything in our power to keep you focused on where you want to go, advise you on how to get there, and continually remind you of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to realizing your dreams.
Our Principle
Our company principle is quite simple actually, “People and families want to feel taken care of” and that is what we strive to do better than any other company in the business. Our core values of trust integrity, respect, and professionalism are evident in not only our finalized plans of action but in our approach to our initial consultation with our clients as well. From that meeting forward, our goal is to make each person and family feel and know that we will take care of them.
Eric Westhoven
Our Company
Prodigy College Planning & Retirement Solutions, LLC was founded with the goal of assisting our clients in every aspect of their financial lives. We’ve provided the most comprehensive and personal service available, thus earning a reputation for excellence in our industry. For each of our clients, we strive to create financial stability and security to provide financial independence and peace of mind.
Our Commitment
Our staff consists of experienced professionals with a “hands on” approach to financial guidance. Not only will you find our team members knowledgeable, but you will also discover that our staff truly cares about making your dreams a reality. As your trusted consultants, we will do everything in our power to keep you focused on where you want to go, advise you on how to get there, and continually remind you of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to realizing your dreams.
Our Principle
Our company principle is quite simple actually, “People and families want to feel taken care of” and that is what we strive to do better than any other company in the business. Our core values of trust integrity, respect, and professionalism are evident in not only our finalized plans of action but in our approach to our initial consultation with our clients as well. From that meeting forward, our goal is to make each person and family feel and know that we will take care of them.
