Ignite419 is presented by Fostoria Economic Development Corporation in partnership with
the Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce.
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Ignite 419 is your opportunity to connect with small business leaders from across the region, gain invaluable insights, and elevate your professional journey. As the only forum in Northwest Ohio where local professionals from diverse fields can directly engage with successful small business owners and leaders. Ignite 419 is designed to provide a truly customized experience for each attendee.
What Makes Ignite 419 Unique?
This isn’t just another conference—Ignite 419 puts you at the center of the conversation. Our panel discussions are crafted around the questions you bring, allowing you to engage directly with experts who have walked in your shoes. You’ll hear from CFOs, business professors, CPAs, HR professionals, employment attorneys, marketing gurus, and fellow entrepreneurs who have built and sold successful businesses. This is your chance to get real-world answers to your most pressing business challenges.
About the Event
• Date: October 21, 2024
• Times: Registration: 8:30 am – 9:00 am | Program: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Networking: 5:00 – 5:30
• Location: Stacy’s Place, 625 Plaza Drive, Fostoria, Ohio 44830
• Registration: Registration fee of $125 includes all sessions and lunch.
Secure your spot before October 10!
IGNITE419 Event Highlights:
- Wildfire Leadership Training: Start your day with a powerful workshop designed to help you unlock your mission, discover your unique strengths, and elevate your impact in your organization.
Ke
ynote Speaker: Be inspired by Meg Adams, an entrepreneur, professor, and TEDx speaker, who will share how storytelling can be a transformative tool for building community and growing your business.
- Panel Discussions: Engage with a diverse group of professionals in afternoon panels tailored to your questions and interests.
- Professional Perks: Enjoy free headshots with a local photographer, access to a business lounge for those pressing work needs and end the day with a networking hour over refreshments and cocktails.
Meet Our Panelists:
Ashley Barger
Founder of Do Some Good Marketing, LLC
Bill Beach
Attorney at Law, RCO Law
Ron Burns
Founder Corporate One Benefits and Investor
Kyle Elfring
Sr. HR Manager / HR Business Partner for Church & Dwight
Steve Dandurand
Director of Finance, City of Fostoria
Andy Faber, CPA
Assistant Professor of Accounting at Tiffin University
Madison Geroski
Sole Proprietor of Madison Paul Boutique and Merry by Madison
Sarah Foltz
Executive Director, Hancock Historical Museum. Former GM Findlay Brewing Company
Marisa Huss
Director of Marketing for the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce and Destination Seneca County
Katie Keifer, CPA
Sielschott, Walsh, Keifer, Regula & Sherer CPAs, Inc. (SWKR)
Chris Keller
Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Findlay Hancock Economic Development Office, Owner/member of Oler’s Bar and Grill, Details Auto Spa and a property investment company
Vickie Kent
Ohio Region Human Resource Business Partners, Carmeuse Lime & Stone
Blair Lane
Senior Commercial Lender, Premier Bank
Les Lipski
Former CFO, Callies Performance Products
GiGi Mason
Director of Human Resources, Ohio Logistics
Kate Mennel
Physician Practice Manager, NWO Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Weston Reinbolt
President and Investment Consultant at Financial Design Agency of Ohio
Julie Reinhart
Branding & Communications Manager, Mennel Corporate Headquarters
Kati Thompson
Economic Development Director, City of Bowling Green, Owner Eden Fashion Boutique
Jason Yoakam
President at Yoakam Communications Group
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