Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce

10/22/2026

Our Young Professionals had a great evening connecting, building relationships and growing their networks at JAFB Wooster Brewery! Events like these create opportunities for young professionals across Wayne County to meet others in the business community and build meaningful connections.

Thank you to JAFB for hosting us and to our sponsors for supporting our Young Professionals program and helping make these connections possible!

10/22/2026

Join Todd Bertsch - Life Coach & Speaker on November 10 for an interactive Educational Series workshop exploring how leaders can reignite curiosity, strengthen mindset and unlock human potential. Through real-world examples, reflection and practical exercises, discover how small, intentional changes can help you navigate stress, embrace change and inspire those around you. Walk away with actionable tools to protect your own spark and help your team thrive.

📅 November 10 | 10–11 a.m.
📍 Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce

Register at woosterchamber.com/educationalseries!

10/20/2026

Join us in welcoming Hope419 to the Wooster Chamber!

HOPE419 Psychiatry & Counseling is a psychiatrist-led mental health practice distinguished by advanced medical training, fellowship experience, and a commitment to specialized diagnostic testing and innovative treatment options. Under the leadership of Dr. Johanna Wilson, HOPE419 combines physician-led clinical expertise with a multidisciplinary approach to delivering comprehensive mental healthcare.

Their psychological testing services include comprehensive evaluations for ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, helping patients and families gain a clearer understanding of their needs and appropriate treatment recommendations.

In addition to traditional mental health management services, HOPE419 offers innovative treatment options for individuals who may not have achieved adequate results with conventional approaches. These specialized services include Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Spravato (esketamine), and IV ketamine therapy, providing additional treatment opportunities for individuals struggling with depression and other qualifying mental health conditions.

Their multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide accurate diagnostic assessments, individualized treatment planning, and ongoing care tailored to each patient's needs. With locations in Wooster, Ashland, Ontario, and Norwalk, along with telehealth services, HOPE419 is committed to expanding access to high-quality mental healthcare. Their goal is to combine comprehensive diagnostic testing with evidence-based and innovative treatments to help patients achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in their mental health and quality of life.

For more info, please visit www.hope419.com

10/19/2026

Join us in welcoming Handwritten Heals to the Wooster Chamber!

Handwritten Hills, LLC, established in 2023, provides educational advocacy, homeschooling support, and speaking engagements. Its naturopathic wellness brand, Handwritten Heals, launched in March 2026 in Wooster. Founder Melissa Townsend Miller is a Board Certified Traditional Naturopath, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and MAPS member and provider pursuing fellowship through the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. With more than two decades of family advocacy experience, Melissa has presented across multiple states, testified before legislative bodies, and been featured in World News Tonight and The Epoch Times. Handwritten Heals offers comprehensive wellness assessments, test and personalized recommendations on herbs and supplements, and lifestyle guidance, serving clients throughout Ohio through in-person and remote appointments by appointment only.

Learn more at handwrittenheals.com.

10/16/2026

The Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce was honored to host the 13th annual Wayne Economic Forum, bringing together business and community leaders for a day of insight, meaningful conversation and connections focused on the future of business and economic growth.

Since its founding in 2013, the Wayne Economic Forum has provided a platform for influential leaders to share perspectives, explore emerging trends and discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping our regional economy. This year’s Forum continued that tradition, offering attendees valuable insights into leadership, innovation and the forces influencing the business landscape.

We extend our sincere gratitude to this year’s featured speakers, our sponsors, and everyone who attended and helped make the Forum a success. We are especially grateful to Dee Vaidya, whose vision established the Forum and continues to help shape its legacy.

Events like the Wayne Economic Forum reinforce the importance of bringing leaders together to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships and explore opportunities that support the long-term success of Wayne County and the surrounding region.

10/16/2026

Wayne County students had a great time at this year’s Manufacturing Day, getting a firsthand look at local industries and the opportunities they offer!

Through tours of local manufacturing facilities, students explored modern technology, learned about the processes behind the products we use every day and discovered potential career paths right here in Wayne County.

Experiences like these help connect students with local businesses and highlight the important role manufacturing plays in our regional economy.

Thank you to the participating manufacturers, educators and sponsors who made this event possible and continue to invest in the next generation of our workforce!

10/08/2026

Join us in welcoming Upward Bound Youth to the Wooster Chamber!

Upward Bound Youth exists to teach truth and equip youth & families with the gospel to be rooted, relational, and responsive citizens of Christ's Kingdom. As a nonprofit organization centered on the good news of Jesus Christ, they offer youth nights, family support, community events, a Bible gap year program, and mentoring opportunities, all designed to serve families and strengthen our community. They believe that bringing the gospel to the next generation is a community mission. Youth & families deserve safe spaces where they can be themselves and learn what it means to live a purposeful life with Jesus at the center. Since 1997, they have met this need with fun, Christ-centered programming that teaches truth, equips youth, and strengthens families. Learn how to join them for upcoming conferences or a weekly youth night at upwardboundyouth.org.

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Join us for the 2026 Wayne Economic Forum on Thursday, October 15, from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the Greystone Event Center!

Enjoy a catered lunch, regional networking, and powerful presentations covering:
▪️ People First: The Third Federal Way
▪️ The Evolving Health Care Environment: Why it matters to you
▪️ Stop the World! Let me off!
▪️ The Unconventional Path: Lessons on Persistence, Leverage & Scale

EVENT SCHEDULE:
🔹 12:00 PM – Lunch & Registration
🔹 1:00 PM – Welcome, Keynote Presentations & Q&A
🔹 4:30 PM – Closing Remarks & Networking

Seats are filling up fast! Secure your spot today. Register now: https://www.woosterchamber.com/wayne-economic-forum
(Thank you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible! 🙌)

10/07/2026

Join us in welcoming Coblentz Technology to the Wooster Chamber!

Coblentz Technology, LLC has been part of the Holmes County business community for many years, growing alongside the rapidly changing world of technology. What began with a focus on helping local customers with their computers and technology needs has developed into a broader technology company serving businesses and families throughout the area. The company, owned and operated by Preston and Bonnie Coblentz, has built its reputation around personal service, technical expertise, and helping local businesses keep up with an increasingly connected world. Over the years, Coblentz Technology has expanded its capabilities to include business IT systems, networking, data protection, phone systems, and security solutions while continuing to provide traditional computer repair and support. As the company has grown, so has its service area, with Coblentz Technology expanding into Wayne County and building new relationships with businesses and residents in neighboring communities. Today, the company remains locally based at 1441 South Washington Street in Millersburg while serving customers throughout Holmes, Wayne, and surrounding counties. At the heart of Coblentz Technology's story is a commitment to people and relationships—a philosophy reflected in the company's belief that every customer becomes part of its story as the business continues to grow and evolve with the communities it calls home.

For more info, please visit https://coblentztechnology.com/