Join us for an exciting lineup of events this week, free for Summer Training and Planroom members. Register now to secure your spot!
June 26: Project Management Workshop – 6:00 PM June 27: Women in the Construction Industry Lunch – 11:00 AM June 27: LLC Repair Workshop – 6:00 PM June 29: SBLA Coffee & Counsel – Legal Talk Saturday – 10:00 AM
We are excited to announce that the latest edition of the OhioMBE Bid Board is now online. This edition features bid notices from AMHA, Elford, and the Columbus Zoo. Additionally, you will find information about upcoming events hosted by Elford Construction and the Ohio Business Development Center.
Good reading and valuable opportunities await. Please share this with another business owner and help spread the word about the resources available through OhioMBE.
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Join us for a series of impactful events designed to help you and your business thrive. From project management basics to LLC repair workshops and networking lunches, there’s something for everyone.
Upcoming Events:
June 19: 📚 Project Management Basics Series (Session 2) 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
June 26: 📚 Project Management Basics Series (Session 3) 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
June 27: 👷♀️ Women in Construction Lunch at Pepper Construction 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC 📢 $5 fee for Summer Training and Planroom members
June 27: 🛠️ LLC Repair Workshop: Fixing Common Mistakes with D-I-Y LLCs 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
June 29: 📜 Your LLC & the Corporate Transparency Act 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
📢 All classes are free for Summer Training and Planroom members (except where noted). Don’t miss these opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with industry experts and peers!
Join us for a series of impactful events designed to help you and your business thrive. From project management basics to LLC repair workshops and networking lunches, there’s something for everyone.
Upcoming Events:
June 19: 📚 Project Management Basics Series (Session 2) 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
June 26: 📚 Project Management Basics Series (Session 3) 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
June 27: 👷♀️ Women in Construction Lunch at Pepper Construction 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC 📢 $5 fee for Summer Training and Planroom members
June 27: 🛠️ LLC Repair Workshop: Fixing Common Mistakes with D-I-Y LLCs 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
June 29: 📜 Your LLC & the Corporate Transparency Act 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
📢 All classes are free for Summer Training and Planroom members (except where noted). Don’t miss these opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with industry experts and peers!
In partnership with the Columbus Urban League and its Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC), Hensel Phelps/Elford are excited to host an in-person networking outreach event. This event aims to share opportunities available to DBE/DBP firms and ensure that large firm bidders can network with DBE/DBP firms considered for their participation plans.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, June 25th, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Location: Huntington Empowerment Center, 774 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH 43203
Networking Opportunities: This event will focus on the following scopes of work:
Deep Foundations
Concrete
Structural Steel
Architectural Precast
Waterproofing
Glass & Glazing
Metal Panels
Site Electrical
Site Utilities
Site Work
Blue Lot Demolition
CSB Demolition
Potential Large Bidder DBE/DBP Construction Plan Opportunities:
Fire Protection
Mechanical
Electrical
Data & Telecommunications
Metal Panels
Structural Steel
Exterior Glazing
RSVP: Please RSVP by the close of business on Monday, June 24th, 2024, using the link below: RSVP Here
Join us tonight for our SBLA – Contracts 101 online class! Learn how to protect your business interests with essential knowledge on contract terms and conditions.
Get ready for an action-packed week starting June 10 with the Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC). Whether you’re looking to enhance your project management skills or understand the latest regulations, we’ve got you covered. All classes are FREE for Summer Training and Planroom members!
Upcoming Events:
June 12: 📚 Project Management Basics Series (Session 1) 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 🔗 Register at:https://buytickets.at/OBDC
📢 Free for Summer Training and Planroom members! Secure your spot now and take your business to the next level. Get your membership here #OBDC #BusinessTraining #FreeClasses #ProjectManagement #Contracts #Permits #Zoning #Inspections #SmallBusiness #ColumbusOhio
Small business owners and contractors, join us on June 14 at 10:00 AM for an essential session. Learn how to navigate permits, zoning laws, and inspections to ensure your business operates smoothly and compliantly.
Event Details: 🗓️ Date: June 14, 2024 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 💻 Location: Online (Zoom) 🔗 Register at: https://buytickets.at/OBDC
Why Attend? ✅ Gain essential knowledge ✅ Ensure regulatory compliance ✅ Learn from industry experts
📢 Free for Summer Training and Planroom members! Register now and secure your spot! For more info, visit OHBDC.org.
📢 Join the Small Business Legal Aid @OBDC for a Series of Online Workshops and Clinics! 📢
Receive expert legal guidance tailored to your small business needs from SBLA founder Ambrose Moses III. Don’t miss these valuable sessions!
Upcoming Events:
🗓️ June 6: SBLA ClinicRegister at OHBDC.eventbrite.com 🗓️ June 8: Decoding the Corporate Transparency Act 🗓️ June 13: Contracts 101 🗓️ June 15: SBLA Clinic – Register at OHBDC.eventbrite.com 🗓️ June 27: LLC Repair 🗓️ June 29: Your LLC and the Corporate Transparency Act
The Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC) hosted a standout event titled “Women in Construction Industry Brown Bag Lunch” at the Columbus office of Marker Construction, a trailblazing certified Woman Owned Business. The event drew a dynamic crowd of women business owners from all corners of Ohio, each eager to build connections and explore new opportunities in the construction industry.
Fostering Networking and Knowledge Sharing
The atmosphere was buzzing with energy as attendees exchanged experiences, business cards, and ideas. Marker Construction opened its doors and its insights, focusing on how women can thrive in the construction field. The presentations and discussions centered around the importance of diversity and inclusion, with a special focus on initiatives for Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs).
Insights from Industry Leaders
OBDC’s founder and executive director, Ronda Watson Barber, shared her vision for the event: “The goal was to get a group of women together to network and share resources. The information provided by Marker was valuable, and I know partnerships will be made.” Her words underscored the event’s mission to not only connect women entrepreneurs but also to arm them with the knowledge needed to succeed.
A Participant’s Perspective
The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive. One participant noted, “This was well worth the drive. One of the best networking events I’ve attended.” Such testimonials highlight the event’s impact in offering not just connections but also inspiration and empowerment to its attendees.
Marker’s Commitment to Diversity
The team at Marker Construction shared their ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive business environment, which resonated with the audience. As a certified Woman Owned Business, Marker serves as a model for what is achievable in terms of diversity and inclusion in the construction industry.
Looking Forward
The success of the Brown Bag Lunch is just the beginning. OBDC continues to champion the advancement of women in the construction industry through various initiatives and events. Keep an eye on our calendar for upcoming opportunities to engage, learn, and grow with us.
Stay Connected
To stay updated on future events and news from OBDC, visit our website at OHBDC.org and follow us on our social media channels. Together, we can build a more inclusive and diverse construction industry.
