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05/19/2026

We're excited to exhibit at this event! Come say hi, support local small businesses, and win prizes!

May is National Small Business Month and this week's event is the best way to celebrate!

Whether you are a business owner or representative looking to expand your network, or you simply enjoy supporting and discovering local businesses, this event is for you!

Join us in the Meridian Room at COhatch Polaris on Thursday, May 21st for the Westerville Area Chamber's annual Business After Hours: Small Business Edition. You won't want to miss this engaging event filled with food, fun, prizes, drinks, and valuable networking!

Our exhibitors will be giving away exciting door prizes, so bring your business cards for chances to enter and win!

For More, Click Here: https://business.westervillechamber.com/events/details/business-after-hours-small-business-edition-14079?calendarMonth=2026-05-01

04/09/2026

We’re excited to offer a new training opportunity designed to help employers and teams confidently navigate challenging and high-stress interactions.

Our De-Escalation training equips participants with practical, real-world strategies to recognize early signs of escalating behavior and respond in a way that reduces conflict and maintains safety. This session focuses on effective communication techniques, situational awareness, and adapting responses based on different environments and behaviors—including those influenced by stress, mental health, or disability.

This training will be led by Gary L Sigrist Jr, a nationally recognized speaker and expert in emergency preparedness with more than 30 years of experience in education and law enforcement. Gary currently serves as a police officer and training officer and has worked extensively with schools, healthcare organizations, and businesses to deliver training in emergency management, workplace violence prevention, threat assessment, and active shooter response. His real-world experience and practical approach make this session both engaging and immediately applicable.

In today’s environment, where employees regularly interact with customers, clients, and the public, having the ability to de-escalate situations is not just a soft skill—it’s a critical safety and risk management tool. This training helps protect your employees, improve customer interactions, and strengthen your overall workplace culture.

Who should attend: Managers, supervisors, HR professionals, customer-facing employees, and anyone responsible for handling difficult or emotionally charged interactions.

We would love to have you and your team join us. The registration form with all relevant information is attached.

03/23/2026

We’re launching something HR actually needs.

Most HR training gives you updates.
It doesn’t prepare you for the moments that actually matter.

The employee request that isn’t straightforward.
The conversation that could turn into risk.
The decision where there’s no clear answer.

That’s why we created Breakfasts with H(e)R ☕
A new bi-monthly series designed for HR professionals who want:

✔ Real-world scenarios

✔ Practical guidance (not theory)

✔ Conversations with peers facing the same challenges

✔ SHRM & HRCI credit (pending)

👉 Our first session:

The ADA Interactive Process – What HR Must Get Right

📅 April 23 | Columbus, OH

💲 $20 (includes breakfast + free parking)

Spots are intentionally limited to keep the discussion interactive.

👉 Register here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/4S4LUW766MRVL

Special thanks to The Siekmann Company for sponsoring this session and supporting the HR community.

03/03/2026

Spring is a natural reset point for many businesses.

In this month’s MBR Pulse, we’re tackling three areas that quietly create risk for small businesses:

✔️ Performance systems that unintentionally drive turnover

✔️ Attendance issues that escalate during spring break and summer planning

✔️ Workplace safety risks that shift with changing weather (hello, Ohio tornado season!)

Strong businesses don’t wait for problems to surface — they tighten systems before distractions hit.

If you lead a team, now is the time to review expectations, reinforce accountability, and ensure your HR practices support the culture you’re trying to build.

📩 Read the full newsletter and take a proactive look at your people strategy:

Each edition delivers practical insights, timely tips, and people-first strategies to help you lead with confidence and grow your business the right way. Whether you're navigating HR challenges, building your team, or just trying to stay ahead of workplace trends, consider this your quick hit of cla...

02/19/2026

If you’re a business owner, finance leader, HR or benefits executive, or fiduciary—this workshop is designed for you.

Retirement plan decisions directly impact employee outcomes and plan oversight. Staying informed on evolving trends is essential.

Brea(k)fast: Retirement Plan Trends offers:

• Practical insight into plan design trends
• Discussion around in-plan retirement income
• Strategies for personalization and HSAs

📍 Dayton (March 4) | Columbus (March 5)
🎓 3 CE hours available | 🍳 Breakfast included

Save your seat by February 27 → https://hubs.li/Q042jQss0

02/13/2026

One of the BEST business development events of the year is almost here!! Don't miss out - register today!

The Westerville Area, Worthington, Dublin, and Hilliard Chambers of Commerce invite you and your guests to one of the BIGGEST and BEST Business Expos and After Hours in Central Ohio to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.

For more, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZKAK55

Hosted by The Makoy, this Business Expo and After-Hours event will provide you the opportunity to network with hundreds of area businesses while enjoying complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.

Join us for an opportunity to mix and mingle, while building your network and meeting potential new clients. Whether you are interested in promoting your business as a booth exhibitor or attending the Expo, this is sure to be an event you won't want to miss!

02/13/2026

Fortner is looking for a Commercial Furniture Sales Rep to join their growing team in Columbus.

This is not a transactional sales role. It’s a consultative, relationship-driven position working with hospitality, retail, healthcare, office, architects, designers, and commercial partners to deliver custom furniture solutions at scale.

If you:

-Have experience in commercial furniture, contract interiors, manufacturing, or a related industry

-Thrive in long, project-based sales cycles

-Value collaboration with estimating, project management, and production

-Take pride in delivering on what you promise

This could be a strong fit.

Compensation: $65k base + commission

Fortner is known for craftsmanship, responsiveness, and being easy to work with. They’re growing strategically and looking for someone who wants to build long-term relationships—not just close quick deals.

If you’re interested (or know someone who would be a great fit), apply here:

Fortner was founded in 1929, and our family-owned business is committed to bringing you the best...

02/02/2026

HR isn’t the same at 5 people as it is at 25—or 50.

What worked early on often starts to feel heavier and more complex as teams grow. In our latest edition of The MBR Pulse, we explore that shift and what it looks like when DIY HR stops keeping up with the needs of your organization. We also share timely reminders you can act on now, including:

✔️ Updated labor law poster requirements for 2026

✔️ OSHA 300A posting and electronic filing deadlines

✔️ A job description template designed to help you define clear expectations

Whether you’re refining your people processes or just trying to stay ahead of compliance, there’s something practical in this issue for every leader who wants to build with intention.

👉 Read the full newsletter here:

Each edition delivers practical insights, timely tips, and people-first strategies to help you lead with confidence and grow your business the right way. Whether you're navigating HR challenges, building your team, or just trying to stay ahead of workplace trends, consider this your quick hit of cla...

12/05/2025

🚀 The December edition of The MBR Pulse is live!

This month, we’re closing out 2025 with practical tools and important updates every employer should have on their radar:

✨ 2025 Year-End HR & Compliance Guide

Your checklist for wrapping up the year with confidence and setting up a strong start to 2026.

📢 Columbus Pay Equity Updates

New salary range posting requirements are coming in 2027—here’s what employers should be doing now.

👋 Team Spotlight: Archie Taylor

Meet our experienced HR Consultant helping clients build stronger, people-first workplaces.

🎉 Celebrating 6 Years of MBR

Thank you to our clients, partners, and community for being part of our journey.

📅 Key Deadlines

From minimum wage updates to W-2 deadlines, we’ve highlighted what’s ahead in December and January.

👉 Read this month’s newsletter: https://us19.admin.mailchimp.com/campaigns/show-email?id=19882546

Let’s keep building empowered, engaged, and equitable workplaces—together.