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www.toledobiz.com APRIL 2021 Vol. 37, No. 04 • $2.25 Gideon Owen Wine Co. a catalyst for development Quintin and Donna Smith purchased the former Mon Ami establishment on Catawba Island in June of 2019. Their decision to pur- chase the business stemmed from their love for the historic building, cellars, and the beau- HHealthcareealthcare tiful surrounding property. According to the owners, they also had concerns that another & InsuranceInsurance buyer would choose to commercially devel- ppageage 1313 op the surrounding property, which in their GGideonideon OOwenwen WWineine CCompany’sompany’s opinion would destroy the historical nature CCatawbaatawba IIslandsland wwineryinery of the land. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: (…continued on page 3) DEVELOPMENT NEWS ...... 2 WEALTH MANAGEMENT ...... 5 FINANCIAL SERVICES & TAX ...... 10 Backyard Products invests $3M in expansion HEALTHCARE & INSURANCE ...... 13 Backyard Products, a designer, manufacturer BUSINESS LIST ...... 17 and installer of backyard wood structures, is in- NEWS IN BRIEF ...... 19 vesting $3 million to expand its current 200,000 square foot manufacturing plant in Monroe, Mich- REAL ESTATE ...... 21 igan by 60,000 square feet and create 15-20 new CLASSIFIEDS ...... 23 jobs. The investment offers additional warehousing and storage along with new manufacturing technol- ogy for product and logistical effi ciencies. The expansion will provide a new state-of-the- art manufacturing equipment and product proto- type area, and, according to the company, it is also planning $1-2 million in equipment upgrades to improve effi ciency and safety in the workplace. The project broke ground in October 2020 (…continued on page 2) Construction taking place at Backyard Products’ facility in Monroe Ardagh purchases $13.5M Huron plant

Ardagh Group has completed the $13.5 mil- lion purchase of a 340,000 square foot facili- ty in Huron, the former IAC facility, and will convert it into a manufacturing plant produc-

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED ing beverage cans and ends. The company is adding an additional 300,000 square feet to the facility, will begin production in late 2021, and is expected to generate approximately 200 new local jobs. “This is one of numerous capacity expan- sion efforts we are initiating as consumers and customers increasingly recognize the environ- mental advantages of beverage cans. Our prod- TIME SENSITIVE MAIL SENSITIVE TIME TOLEDO BUSINESS JOURNAL TOLEDO PO BOX 1206 43537 OH MAUMEE ucts deliver high recycle and content rates, of- Ardagh Group’s Huron facility (…continued on page 17)

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and has an estimated completion of spring. orado; and Dallas, Davison Building and Development out of plus 33 branch offi c- Monroe is the general contractor for the es that provide instal- project. lation services for its “We are proud of our company’s Michi- products across the gan presence and origins starting back in the country. MOSSER ‘70s. Since then, we have expanded in many According to Since 1948 other backyard-related categories and we Dave Davis, market- see tremendous growth opportunities both ing manager, Back- organically and through continued acquisi- yard Products, the Do More Withh Mosserer. tions,” said Thomas van der Meulen, CEO, company has strong Backyard Products designs, manufactures, Backyard Products. growth demand in and installs backyard wood structures “We’re excited at the prospect of cre- outdoor products and ating 15-20 new jobs and also very appre- renewed home improvement focus. “Upgrading offi ce environment and lo- 9 Full-Service Construction ciative of the continued support from the “We continue to diversify our product of- cation amenities for our current corporate Company Monroe community and assistance from ferings by adding companies. Acquisitions employees and new hires was essential as the Monroe County Business Development over the last 10 years have bolstered our ros- our company continues to grow and evolve,” 9 Capital Improvements Corporation,” said Dan Dalach, executive ter of lifestyle products under the Backyard said Dalach. Budgeting vice president of human resources, Back- umbrella,” explained Davis. The new offi ce will accommodate mar- yard Products. The company also recently relocated its keting, sales, product development, IT, fi - 9 Site Optimization Support For over 45 years Backyard Products corporate offi ce to Ann Arbor. The new cor- nance, and executive leadership teams. Both has sold sheds, playsets, accessory dwell- porate offi ce occupies the top two fl oors of fl oors feature an open offi ce environment for 9 Metal Building Experts ing units (ADUs), and outdoor living struc- a newly constructed, six-story building lo- plenty of collaboration space and an outdoor tures through direct channels and major cated at 317 South Main Street in the heart covered patio that overlooks downtown. 9 Experienced Self-Performing retailer partners like Lowe’s, Costco, and of downtown Ann Arbor. Previously, Back- “It really doesn’t get any better than this Workforce Home Depot. The company’s key brands yard was headquartered alongside its manu- in Ann Arbor. The location alone is fan- include Heartland Sheds, Gorilla Playsets, facturing facility in Monroe, where its man- tastic,” commented van der Meulen. “This 9 100% Employee Owned Handy Home Products, Swing-N-Slide, Stu- ufacturing and operations will remain. move represents another signifi cant mile- dio Shed, and Lawn Master. According to Backyard, by moving cor- stone for our fast-growing company. The Currently, Backyard Products has a total porate offi ces to Ann Arbor, it positions new space better accommodates our grow- Follow us of 500 employees between its corporate of- the company to retain and attract top tal- ing team and enables us to hire addition- fi ce in Ann Arbor and four divisional head- ent in business-critical leadership and sup- al talent to support our aggressive growth mosserconstruction.com quarters in Monroe; Atlanta; Boulder, Col- port roles. plans.”

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After purchasing the facility and property, hadn’t been satisfi ed as customers. So we they decided to rebrand the Mon Ami Histor- made a tough choice to change the name,” ic Restaurant and Winery into Gideon Owen said Quintin. Wine Company. Gideon Owen Wine Compa- The couple has set a few goals: ny will be composed of several branded op- 1. Establish the fi rst commercial vineyard erations – Tirage Wine Bar and French Mar- with wine production on Catawba Island in ket, The Chalet Restaurant, and the Gideon over 100 years, thereby taking Catawba Is- Owen Winery. land back to its roots as one of the world’s “We never anticipated ever buying this great wine growing regions. winery. We got there June 12th and we don’t “The Erie Islands has a cooler climate and have any real restaurant experience. I was al- less humidity. It was America’s original Napa sought out and discovered many of the his- each year. ways in manufacturing and fi gured that we Valley,” said Quintin. torical truths of the facility. “We’ve planted 10,000 grapes, but it was did pretty good and we’d fi gure it out. What 2. Expose and showcase one of Amer- “An interesting fact is that the original a horrible experience in a drought last year. I we found was there were people who had ica’s lost artifacts once again to the public group of fruit growers who banded togeth- think we probably had 20% death rate – but come for a long time to this place and they – the European-inspired vaulted wine cel- er to create this national treasure named the we’ll know in the spring,” said Quintin. “But lars. These wine cellars are second to none entity ‘Catawba Island’s Wine Company.’ In the future is left to our collective imagina- in the entire country, and our ancestors de- other words, they had the wisdom to view tion. We are building something that brings serve recognition for their work, according their magnifi cent creation as the communi- community – community enrichment is kind to the couple. ty’s wine company, not just theirs. It is this of our goal. 3. Create a campus environment where knowledge that has guided our efforts to re- According to Quintin, everybody hates a the local community and guests can immerse store the facility and grounds into something business model that’s seasonal, so the plan themselves in Catawba Island’s history and its which will be a point of pride for the commu- is to extend the season. Twin Oast, which agricultural beauty. nity,” said Quintin. the Smiths own, had igloos this past winter, 4. Help preserve Catawba Island’s agricul- The company recently renovated the and was popular and got some business in tural green space. Chalet Restaurant, and according to Quin- the offseason. With the pavilion the compa- “It was always our intention to create our tin, brought it back closer to what it was ny is building, it plans to have a French Mar- own wine label called Gideon Owen in hon- originally. ket in the summertime, and extend the win- or of the founder of Catawba Island’s second “It needed a facelift, if you will, because ter season with a Holiday Market, festivals, winery. We were drawn to this historic name it was turned into something that wasn’t so and events, among other ideas. over 10 years ago, but only recently discov- functionally great, so we made a change. It’s “We are confi dent in our vision but, as with ered that we own the center 10 acres of Gide- a 70,000 square foot facility, and I can’t re- all journeys, hardships will be found along the on’s original 30-acre vineyard and home- ally put into words how amazing it is,” said way. We will need help and support from our stead. We sense more than a simple coinci- Quintin. community and guests, and we invite all of dence here,” said Quintin. Quintin also noted that the company ex- you to come see our roots. This is the story of According to Quintin, the couple has pects to produce 4,000-6,000 cases of wine a second chance,” concluded Quintin. Peernovation – Moving from Me to We

One of the most eff ective, if ganization and interviewed dozens of CEOs to fi nd out what factors? not the most eff ective way, for resources they depend upon to learn, grow, and bring new Great groups and teams have what I call a robust Learning- leaders to grow is through peer thinking to their companies. During our conversations, they Achieving Cycle. Social learning theory tells us we learn better advisory groups. I recently sat would tell me they read books, hire coaches/consultants, go when we learn together. That being the case, group and team down with peer advisory group to events/conferences, and attend executive development members who engage in collaborative learning not only help expert Leo Bottary, author of programs. No one was mentioning peer advisory groups. each other understand new concepts more deeply, they pro- The Power of Peers and Peer- Being a peer advisory group member and having ob- vide one another the courage and encouragement to apply novation, to discuss how these served dozens of group meetings, I know how incredibly ef- what they learn. As they achieve positive results, it’s a cycle groups work and why they are fective they are. After completing the brand refresh, I was de- they want to repeat, and it serves as the engine that drives so eff ective. termined to tell the world about how and why they work so any productive group or team. So if the Learning-Achieving Matt Lauth What caused you to become well. My desire to do so served as the impetus for my fi rst Cycle is the engine, the Five Factors are the fuel. The Five Fac- interested and focused on book (with Leon Shapiro), The Power of Peers: How the Com- tors include: 1) Having the right people in the room who share peer advisory groups? pany You Keep Drives Leadership, Growth & Success – a glob- a clarity of purpose. These people also enjoy 2) psychological It began during my time in graduate school at Seton Hall al study of peer advisory groups for CEOs and business lead- safety, are committed to being 3) highly productive, have a University, where I was part of a cohort with classmates who ers. Today, I conduct workshops for peer advisory groups and sense of 4) personal responsibility/accountability to their fel- were mid-to-senior level executives. Our professors recog- cross-functional company teams. In October 2020, I released low members, and 5) are guided by a servant leader. nized the intellectual capital in the room, and they taught us my third book, Peernovation: What Peer Advisory Groups Can What is the key point you want CEOs and leaders to take how to access it. If you ask anyone from that program, they Teach Us About Building High-Performing Teams. from your book Peernovation? will tell you that we learned as much from one another as we Where did the term Peernovation come from? Peer infl uence has been a powerful and pervasive force for did from the faculty and the assigned material. It was part of a headline I wrote for a blog post in 2012. I as long as we can remember, yet we barely give it a second Years later, I joined Vistage as head of corporate commu- explained how peer advisory groups inspire innovation, thought. Imagine if you were more selective, strategic, and nication (2010-2016). In 2012, I led a brand refresh for the or- combining the words peer (people like me) and innovation structured about how you engage the people who surround (creativity realized). Peernovation occurs when a carefully se- you. Sponsored by: lected group of people, with a common purpose, shared val- In this rapidly changing, complex world, there is no need to ues, and diverse perspectives, work together to grow and go it alone. Besides all the other resources you access to learn create something larger than themselves. and grow, explore joining a peer advisory group. You’ll dis- In your book, you mention the Five Factors of a peer cover what the axiom “Who you surround yourself with mat- advisory group. Can you share a little about each of the ters” is all about.

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Miami Industrial Trucks, Inc (MIT) – ers, and our loyal customer base for mak- started with only six employees in a 4,000 ing this possible.” square foot facility in Moraine, Ohio – has MIT is the authorized forklift dealer for reached a milestone of 65 years in opera- Caterpillar, Mitsubishi, and Jungheinrich in tion. Since its incorporation, MIT has been a 32 counties in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. value-added material handling distributor – According to the company, MIT is recog- selling, renting, and servicing cost effective, nized as one of the premier forklift dealers high-quality material handling products and of its size in North America, having been systems to solve problems for all types of awarded the Caterpillar, Jungheinrich and business, according to the company. Today, Mitsubishi “Dealer of the Excellence” hon- it has over 170 employees and four locations or in 2021 and 2020. This was the 27th time in Toledo, Findlay, Dayton, and Troy. in 28 years that MIT has been recognized as Mark Jones, president / CEO of the com- one of the premier material handling deal- pany commented, “We are proud of our ac- Miami Industrial Trucks’ Toledo location ers in the United States. complishments over the last 65 years. Our sustained existence has occurred with some yond world-class service. While our jour- employees to achieve this landmark. Miami very important ingredients – quality people, ney has been a successful one, it has taken Industrial Trucks appreciates the support good products, vision, and dedication to be- the dedication and commitment of all our of its employees, their families, our suppli- Premier Bank provides fi nancial literacy resources

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During the early-March Ohio Air Quali- gy effi ciency hotel retrofi t for The Hospital- our programs more accessible,” said Christi- are below: ty Development Authority (OAQDA) board ity Group. OAQDA supports clean air im- na O’Keeffe, the executive director of OAQ- Aurora Solar LLC (Van Wert Coun- meeting, the Authority approved three proj- provements statewide by providing fi nancial DA. “The Authority remains committed to ty) – The Authority approved up to $70 mil- ects under the Clean Air Improvement Pro- support through its bond fi nancing and relat- helping businesses in Ohio achieve their cor- lion in bond fi nancing to assist Aurora So- gram (CAIP), including, for the fi rst time, a ed tax benefi ts. porate sustainability goals while supporting lar, LLC, a subsidiary of Avangrid Renew- utility-scale solar project in Van Wert Coun- “These are signifi cant projects for the State healthier communities, cleaner air, and job ables LLC, with the installation of a large so- ty. In addition, the Authority approved fi nanc- of Ohio and represent the diversity in the types growth, which demonstrates the mutually in- lar electric system in Union Township. The 46 ing to support a large recycling and air qual- of air quality improvements benefi ting from clusive benefi ts to the environment and the megawatt (MW) renewable solar energy gen- ity project for Cargill Incorporated as part our support as we worked diligently over the economy.” eration facility will be developed on 400 acres of its facility expansion along with an ener- past year to increase accountability and make Details of the approved March projects of leased agricultural land. The project con- sists of 146,300 solar modules and is estimat- ed to produce 103,526,064 kilowatts per hour (kWh) of power per year. The project will pro- mote the reduction of emissions of air contam- Dana acquires Pi Innovo LLC inants through the generation of clean, solar energy and will provide local revenue to com- Dana Incorporated has acquired Pi Inno- Pi Innovo team have provided exceptional vehicle electrifi cation, noted offi cials. munities. Aurora Solar has received support vo LLC a company focused on embedded modular software and controls solutions for According to Dana, the company de- from Van Wert County, Union Township, and software solutions and electronic control original equipment manufacturers for more signs and manufactures highly-effi cient pro- the Crestview Local School District. units to support the light vehicle, commer- than 25 years,” said James Kamsickas, Dana pulsion and energy-management solutions Cargill Incorporated (Shelby Coun- cial vehicle, and off-highway markets. Dana chairman and CEO. “Integrating Pi Innovo for all mobility markets across the globe. ty) – The Authority approved up to $75 mil- previously held a non-controlling interest. with Dana’s leading e-Propulsion software The company’s conventional and clean en- lion in bond fi nancing to process and recycle Headquartered near Detroit, the ac- capabilities will further enhance our ability ergy solutions support nearly every vehicle soybean waste as part of Cargill’s expansion quisition of Pi Innovo enables Dana to in- to provide value for our customers as they manufacturer with drive and motion sys- project in Sidney to increase its soybean pro- crease its in-house electrodynamics capa- continue to accelerate their electric vehicle tems; electrodynamic technologies, includ- duction. Cargill is an international provider bilities and electrifi cation product portfo- portfolio development.” ing software and controls; and thermal, seal- of food, agricultural, fi nancial, and industri- lio by adding a strong library of turnkey The software and controls expertise of ing, and digital solutions. al products, operating in 70 countries world- electric vehicle application software, vehi- PI Innovo builds on Dana’s capabilities in Based in Maumee, the company re- wide. The company is investing $235 million cle level controllers, and auxiliary control- designing, engineering, and delivering com- ported sales of $7.1 billion in 2020 with into the plant expansion, which is estimated lers, noted offi cials. plete vehicle integration for e-Propulsion 38,000 associates in 33 countries across to create 12 new jobs and retain nearly 300 “The extremely talented and experienced systems, further positioning the company in six continents. existing positions. The fi nancing will support (…continued on page 17)

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Quenched & Tempered Brewing Co., a craft tion on our taproom,” stated Alex Drozdowicz, – putting in a bar, cold room, brewery committed to brewing beer with quality Quenched & Tempered co-founder and brew- walls, bathrooms, plumb- ingredients, has secured fi nancinggto to master.as “We are grateful for the oppor- ing, electrical, HVAC, and we complete its taproom in down-- ttunities both of these funding ini- have renovated a private rent- town Toledo at 1210 Jack- tiatives have provided our small al space on the second fl oor,” son Street. According to the business.” explained Drozdowicz. “The QQuencheduenched & TTemperedempered BBrewingrewing Co.’sCo.’s brewery, the 3,000 square According to Drozdowicz, the City of Toledo was very help- JJacksonackson StreetStreet taproomtaproom foot taproom will be a clean loan was a combined effort by ful, and we are so thankful for and welcoming hangout the City of Toledo econom- their support, especially during where people can sample and ic development department a time when fi nancial relief programs are quick- co-owners who have brought different skills to- experience its variety of beers through one of its profession- ly being thrown together, and everyone is doing gether in this venture – two are friends Drozdo- and seasonal offerings. als, Steven Powell, and TLC- their best to expedite new processes.” wicz worked with at past jobs, one is his broth- With its brewing productionn PA. Craig Teamer, manager According to the brewery, the taproom will er, and another a lifelong friend. The co-owners on the outskirts of Grand of fi nance and special proj- offer a full line up of Quenched & Tempered craft Rapids, Ohio, Quenched & ects, TLCPA, also partnered beers, and the private, rentable room on the sec- …CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Tempered applied for and re- with the Economic and Com- ond fl oor of the historical building will be ide- ceived funding from the Mi- munity Development Institute al for parties and events. At fi rst, there will be Sponsored By: croenterprise Development ((ECDI)EC and its relationships manag- no kitchen, but food trucks will be onsite until Initiative through the Tole- er, Jetari Veal. a kitchen opens at a later date. The taproom is do-Lucas County Port Au- Drozdowicz noted that the TLCPA fi nanc- slated to open in the second quarter of 2021, as thority (TLCPA) along with the City ing was used for the taproom renovations and long as the COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t delay of Toledo’s Enterprise Development Loan Pro- the fi nancing was essential, as the company the project further. gram. The funding will allow for Quenched & has experienced delays due to the COVID-19 According to Drozdowicz, who is also a welder Tempered to complete a brick-and-mortar pres- pandemic. / welding inspector / welding instructor / black- ence in a growing, exciting, and popular area of “We are nearing completion on a full renova- smith, he had been brewing as a hobby for a few downtown Toledo. tion of the taproom building – owned and over- years, and then decided to start a nanobrew- 419-243-8251 “We are beyond excited to fi nish construc- seen by Craig Mossing with Mossing Studios ery out of his barn in 2016. There are four other toledoport.org Report: Pandemic impacts advisors and fi nancial professionals

As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, the stand what sets them apart from the compe- impact has been felt by advisors and fi nancial tition. But what stands out in 2020 is that the professionals – even the most successful. In pandemic was an outsized challenge for advi- 2020, only 57% of successful advisors and fi - sors and fi nancial professionals at every lev- nancial professionals expected the profi tabil- el, even the most successful,” said Craig Haw- ity of their practice to increase in the next 12 ley, head of Nationwide’s annuity distribu- months, compared to 81% in 2019 – a decline tion. “There is one thing that comes through of 24 percentage points. Moreover, these top crystal clear: it is more important than ever to performers cited the pandemic as the num- adapt your practice and adopt the CEO mind- ber one concern to the success of their prac- set of successful advisors and fi nancial pro- tice over the next 12 months (33%). fessionals in order to manage today’s com- To confront these concerns, successful plex dynamics and position your fi rm for fu- advisors and fi nancial professionals are pro- ture profi tability.” actively looking ahead by focusing on strat- Not immune to the pandemic’s impact egies to protect their clients, practices and Advisors’ practices are not immune to the profi tability, and position their fi rms for fu- business impact of COVID-19. Just as expec- ture growth. These are among the latest fi nd- tations for profi tability have declined dramat- ings revealed by Nationwide’s sixth annual ically for the most successful advisors and fi - Advisor Authority study, powered by the Na- nancial professionals in 2020, only 52% of tionwide Retirement Institute® and conduct- all other advisors and fi nancial professionals ed online by The Harris Poll, refl ecting the re- expected the profi tability of their practice to sponses of more than 2,500 advisors, fi nancial increase in the next 12 months, compared to professionals, and individual investors. The 74% in the 2019 study – a decline of 22 per- study defi nes successful advisors as those who centage points. earn a personal annual income of $500,000 Asked what macro factor most concerned or more from their advisory business, or indi- them when thinking about the success of their vidually manage a total assets under manage- practice, the most successful cohort and all ment (AUM) of $250 million or more. others agree that the COVID-19 pandemic “Year over year, Advisor Authority has (33% and 35%, respectively) outpaced all oth- looked at the traits of the most successful ad- er factors by a wide margin, with market vola- visors and fi nancial professionals to under- tility a very distant second (both 15%). Call 419-865-0972 to advertise 12 · TOLEDO BUSINESS JOURNAL · APRIL 2021 FINANCIAL SERVICES & TAX SBA extends deferment period until 2022

The US Small Business Administration date of the note tinues to make payments while on defer- Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Business- (SBA) has extended deferment periods for Existing SBA disaster loans approved ment. It is important to note that the interest es, Nonprofi ts, and Venues Act (the Econom- all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 prior to 2020 in regular servicing status as will continue to accrue on the outstanding ic Aid Act) as quickly as possible. Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) pro- of March 1, 2020, received an automatic de- balance of the loan throughout the duration “The American people and the nation’s gram, until 2022. ferment of principal and interest payments of the deferment, noted offi cials. small business owners need our tireless ef- • All SBA disaster loans made in calen- through December 31, 2020. This initial de- “Small businesses, private non-profi ts, fort and dedication to get this essential fund- dar year 2020, including COVID-19 EIDL, ferment period was subsequently extend- and agricultural enterprises – including ing to those in great need,” said SBA senior will have a fi rst payment due date extend- ed through March 31, 2021. An additional those self-employed individuals, contrac- advisor Michael Roth. ed from 12-months to 24-months from the 12-month deferment of principal and inter- tors, and gig workers – continue to navigate COVID-19 EIDL loans are offered at af- date of the note est payments will be automatically granted a very diffi cult economic environment due fordable terms, with a 3.75% interest rate for • All SBA disaster loans made in calen- to these borrowers. Borrowers will resume to the continued impacts of the coronavi- small businesses and 2.75% interest rate for dar year 2021, including COVID-19 EIDL, their regular payment schedule with the rus COVID-19 pandemic, as well as histor- non-profi t organizations, a 30-year maturi- will have a fi rst payment due date extend- payment immediately preceding March 31, ic severe winter storms in 2020,” then acting ty. Interest continues to accrue during the ed from 12-months to 18-months from the 2022, unless the borrower voluntarily con- SBA administrator Tami Perriello said. deferment period and borrowers may make “The COVID-19 EIDL program has as- full or partial payments if they choose. sisted over 3.7 million small businesses, in- According to the agency, SBA reached a cluding non-profi t organizations, sole pro- milestone in mid-February 2021 in the suc- prietors, and independent contractors, from cess of the COVID-19 EIDL program, by a wide array of industries and business sec- approving over $200 billion in emergen- tors through this challenging time,” contin- cy funding in low-interest loans, providing ued Perriello. working capital funds to small business- According to offi cials, SBA continues es, non-profi ts, and agricultural businesses to strive to make available all previously to survive the severe impacts of this cata- approved coronavirus pandemic stimulus strophic and historic period. SBA continues funding and administer the new targeted to approve over $500 million each week for programs related to provisions in the 2020 the COVID-19 EIDL program. SPONSORED CONTENT that we love and believe in. We are really pas- Taproom sionate about small business, and are com- mitted to the local communities we serve,” he …CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 explained. So far, Quenched & Tempered has been built a separate brewing room in the barn with entirely owner-operated, but it recently posted a fermentation closet where they brewed on a position to hire a taproom manager. a small Blichmann one-barrel system. They “Once we have that position covered, we sold the kegs to local bars and restaurants will be working with our new manager to hire around Toledo. Once they had some experi- a team of servers. We also self-distribute our ence, confi dence, and the beer had started to cans and kegs, and will eventually need to hire make a name for itself, they decided to expand some people to help with sales and deliveries. their brewing facility and open a taproom. I hope to have fi ve full-time employees by the “The name Quenched & Tempered is a end of 2021, and at least as many part-time play on words referencing quenched and tem- employees,” said Drozdowicz. pered steel where strength comes from being Drozdowicz also noted that each of the fi ve both hardened and ductile. It felt like a suit- co-owners have invested at different levels – able name, because while the words apply to fi nancial and otherwise – in getting the proj- beer drinking, the group of people involved in ect off the ground. the inception of this brewery are tradesmen. “We really began on just that internal in- We united not just under our shared love of vestment. Once we were producing on a small craft beer, but a vision of being freed to run scale, a handful of private investors came in our own kind of business on a platform where who believed in what we were doing and took we can take our craft to the highest quality,” the risk on us before we had much to show said Drozdowicz. for ourselves. This is a group we can’t speak “Being tradesmen, we value how small highly enough about. They’ve become part changes in fundamental scientifi c process- of the family surrounding this business, and The biggest opportunities are es affect the completed product. We set out to they’ve gone above and beyond to support sometimes the hardest to see. make quality beer using real ingredients and and promote us. We still have some fi nal ex- When you work with William Vaughan Company, careful attention to detailed processes, but we penses to complete our expansion, and we are also stepped out on an audacious belief that a talking with a handful of potential new inves- our trusted advisors help you see the big picture local business rooted in connection with its tors,” said Drozdowicz. and maximize your opportunities. community and forging authentic relation- When speaking of advice for business- ships is just what is needed in this age, and es that are considering fi nancing, Drozdowicz We won’t just tell you what you want to hear, therefore will thrive,” he explained. noted to start early, be organized with paper- but exactly what you need to hear. Drozdowicz explained that the company work so that it is always accessible at a mo- has tried to manage its growth in a way that ment’s notice, expect delays, and then at least has kept its overhead costs down. double expectations for delays. Want a more visionary accounting advisor? “It is an understatement to say that now is “Over the last year, one thing that has stood The choice is right in front of you. a tough time to be opening a bar / restaurant. out to us is how impacted local small busi- One thing that sets us apart is that our brewing nesses have been by all the shutdowns, regu- facility and taproom are separate. The brewing lations, and employees struggling with illness. facility has room for growth, which allows us Everyone has their own unique story, and the to brew at a higher capacity than many other generalizations we come up with don’t tell the small breweries. The hope is that as we grow, truth of it. At Quenched & Tempered, we have we may be able to open satellite taproom loca- had a mixed bag of struggles and blessings. 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The Hampton Manor of Bedford – a new munity of Bedford / Lambertville. Caring $8.5 million, 60,000 square foot, single-sto- for the elderly does not have to be just about ry, 76-bed facility – will offer assisted, in- medical care, it should be about treating our dependent, and memory care. According to loved ones in a way that spoils them and of- Shahid Imran, managing director / CEO, fering them the quality of life that they need Hampton Manor of Bedford, the project be- and deserve.” gan construction in September 2019 and is According to Imran, the building is high- expected to be complete in April. The Del- ly-customized to seniors’ needs. venthal Company is serving as the construc- “It is, therefore, a one-story building de- tion manager and Seidell Architects, based signed to have easy access to all the common in Gaylord, Michigan, is the architect. areas. We do not believe in having our se- According to Imran, there will be 22 niors live in a multiple story building given rooms for memory care and 57 in assist- their struggles in mobility. One-story build- ed living. The facility also features a mov- ings also are the most easy to evacuate dur- ie theater, a hair and nail salon, an activity Aerial view of construction underway at the Hampton Manor of Bedford ing emergencies,” Imran explained. room, a library, a sunroom, a spa, free Wi-Fi, According to Imran, every resident has paid utilities, a complete surveillance sys- the help of our premier senior assisted liv- of their residents,” said Imran. “Care needs unique needs, and at Hampton Manor, it be- tem, and courtyards. The building also fea- ing and memory care. People will be wor- can vary from something as simple as mak- gins with a customized assessment to deter- tures an automated lights system that turns ry-free knowing their family members are ing your loved one a sandwich when they mine which support services are best for on when it senses motion as a way save and provided with quality care, personalized ser- want a snack, to being available for more each resident. effi ciently consume energy. vices, and resort style living. On top of the care-intensive processes such as showering “We make sure that the level of support “The community will be more driven apartments, Hampton Manor will be pro- and dressing. We saw a need in this area for and care is precisely tailored and appropri- to provide the best for their seniors with viding 24-hour care staff to meet the needs premier, consistent care for the elderly com- (…continued on page 14)

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Hampton Manor …Continued from page 13 ate for each individual. Keeping in mind such as bathing, dressing, or housekeeping that the cost of senior assisted living ser- to medication management, we are here for vices is often a major concern, we strive to our residents providing care, comfort, and provide the best possible care and support support,” said Imran. available while ensuring residents only pay The services provided include basic ser- for the services they really need and use,” vices, staffi ng services, and personalized said Imran. services. At Hampton Manor, residents get the dai- Basic services include: three daily well- ly support they need while remaining as in- balanced meals prepared fresh; menu choic- dependent as possible. When assistance is es; snacks available anytime; monthly well- needed or required, its certifi ed staff pro- ness reviews; daily room service and trash vides it – no matter what it is or when it is removal; planned activities and entertain- needed, according to Imran. ment; suite maintenance service; weekly “From basic activities of daily living housekeeping and linen services; and holi- day activities and family socials. Staffi ng services include: trained and caring staff available 24 hours; visiting nurse; on-staff nurse; visiting speech ther- apist; visiting physical therapist; visiting oc- cupational therapist; visiting podiatrist; on- site homecare; and doctor on call. Personalized services include: medi- cation management; showering and bath- ing assistance; dressing and grooming as- sistance; clothing selection assistance; per- sonal laundry service; additional person- al care; incontinence management; walk- er and wheelchair transfer assistance; re- minding and socialization encouragement; escorting assistance; room service; behav- The Bedford community will feature amenities similar ioral monitoring; respite and short-term to those of the Hampton Manor of Dundee, pictured above care stays; in-house podiatry and audiology care; Hospice offered; parking area; court- In total, the new facility will create 40- able, and luxurious lifestyle for our seniors yard; arts and crafts; daily activities; and 45 full- and part-time jobs. nestled within the Bedford community,” free cable TV. “The facility will provide a safe, enjoy- concluded Imran.

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low other recently announced partnerships lationship and are pleased to announce that that collectively allow ProMedica to strength- our expectations have been exceeded. Our en its position in strategic markets. Most im- strategic partnership fueled ProMedica’s ac- portantly, we will be able to expand the high- quisition of HCR ManorCare, which allowed quality care our communities have come to ProMedica to become one of the largest not- expect from us. Additionally, we look for- for-profi t health systems in the country and ward to welcoming the highly-capable and achieve nearly $100 million of integration- talented staff that will be joining the Pro- related synergies since that acquisition closed Medica family.” in 2018. The changing healthcare environ- “We are delighted to expand our partner- ment requires innovative partnerships, such ship with ProMedica and enhance the qual- as the one established between ProMedica ity and growth profi le of our joint venture and Welltower. We are looking forward to the through these transactions,” said Shankh Mi- opportunities these transactions will gener- tra, Welltower CEO. “We shared lofty aspira- ate as we continue to demonstrate how we’re Welltower’s headquarters on Dorr Street in Toledo tions with ProMedica at the outset of our re- challenging the traditional care models.”

Second, nine PowerBack rehabilitation dy Oostra, ProMedica president and CEO. facilities, operated by Genesis HealthCare, “The transactions are a testament to the will be contributed into Welltower’s JV with strong partnership we have formed with New Name. Same Friendly Faces. ProMedica and master leased to ProMedi- Welltower and our shared focus on innova- ca. The properties are mostly purpose-built tion and quality patient care. 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NOT guaranteed by Premier Bank. “The concerning trend we saw in this (…continued on page 16) 16 · TOLEDO BUSINESS JOURNAL · APRIL 2021 HEALTHCARE & INSURANCE Heart Mercy College PA program approved …Continued from page 15 Mercy College of Ohio’s Master of physi- er healthcare facilities throughout the Unit- try admission that provides academically cian assistant studies program has received ed States. The seven-semester program will talented freshmen the opportunity for di- report feeling more stressed because of approval from the Accreditation Review prepare students to sit for the physician as- rect entry admission into the PA program COVID-19 – yet only about half (55%) Commission on Education for the Physi- sistant national certifi cation examination. after successful completion of the Mercy know that stress can have a substantial cian Assistant (ARC- College Pre-PA biol- impact on their heart health. PA) to launch its fi rst ogy major. Additional survey findings show class in May of 2021. The ARC-PA has that many Americans have miscon- Physician assistant granted accredita- ceptions about how COVID-19 impacts (PA) program admis- tion-provisional sta- heart health: sion is highly com- tus to the Mercy Col- • 61% of Americans are unaware that petitive and Mercy’s lege of Ohio Mas- heart disease puts you more at risk for program will accept ter of physician as- contracting a severe case of COVID-19 20 students in its fi rst sistant studies spon- and 69% are unaware that hypertension class. sored by Mercy Col- adds increased risk as well Susan Wajert, lege of Ohio. • 33% of Americans incorrectly be- PhD, president of Accreditation- lieve you’re only at risk of long-term Mercy College, said, Provisional is an ac- heart health effects from COVID-19 if “I’m happy to an- creditation status you already have a pre-existing heart nounce that physi- granted when the condition cian assistant will be plans and resource • 25% incorrectly believe COVID-19 our third graduate allocation, if ful- only affects your lungs, not your program. I am grate- ly implemented as heart. ful to the Mercy Col- planned, of a pro- Not all of the survey results were lege community who has worked diligent- Mercy College of Ohio posed program that has not yet enrolled stu- negative. Some Americans have adopted ly, especially Dawn LaBarbera, PhD, PA-C, dents appear to demonstrate the program’s new healthy habits during COVID-19, the founding director, who has led this ef- “The COVID-19 pandemic has further ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or including taking vitamins or supple- fort for the last two years.” emphasized the need for expertly trained when a program holding Accreditation-Pro- ments (35%), exercising more (32%), Physician assistants are medical profes- clinicians that care for our communities,” visional status appears to demonstrate con- and eating a healthier diet (30%) sionals who diagnose illness, develop and said Bob Baxter, president, Mercy Health – tinued progress in complying with the Stan- The survey was conducted as part of manage treatment plans, prescribe medica- Toledo. “A new physician assistant program dards as it prepares for the graduation of the Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular and tions, and often serve as a patient’s princi- is not only exciting for the Mercy College fi rst class (cohort) of students. 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# Local / Regional National Founded Top Local Offi cer Services Off ered Top Placed Disciplines Certifi cations* Locations Owned Accountemps / Robert Half Jill Turski, 3National1948 Temporary & Permanent Placement Services Accounting & Finance — 2210 Levis Commons Blvd · Perrysburg Branch Manager Adecco Corrie Goldman, Temporary; Long-Term Contract; On-Site Staffi ng Solutions; Light Industrial; Warehouse; 2National1996 — 3450 W Central Ave, Ste 101 · Toledo Branch Manager Temp-Hire / Direct-Hire; Professional Recruiting Administrative / Clerical; Merchandising

Advance Staffi ng Solutions Stacey Bigelow, CSP, TSC, Traditional Temporary Staffi ng; Temp-Hire; Long-Term Staffi ng; Industrial; Manufacturing Warehouse; CSP; TSC; Professional in HR (aPHR, PHR); 4Local1990 5800 Monroe St, Bldg F · Sylvania President On-Site Workforce Solutions; Executive Search Skilled Trades; Offi ce & Administrative Women Owned Business (WBENC) AgHires Lori Culler, Full Service Recruiting; Customizable Hiring Solutions; 1Local2014 Agriculture & Food Processing — 7276 Jackman Rd · Temperance, MI Owner HR Services for Agriculture Industry AMRI Companies Creative Recruiting & Staffi ng & Solutions; Service Industry; Warehousing; Logistics; 4Local1996Patty Saunders — Multiple Area Locations HR Partners & Consulting Services Manufacturing; Administrative BHR Company John Bringman, Permanent & Contractual Information Technology 1National2008 Information Technology CPC 1205 Louisiana Ave #761 · Perrysburg President / Technology Recruiter Staffi ng Services Cardinal Staffi ng Services Joan Fought, Full Service; Temp to Hire; Long Term; Clerical; Light Industrial; Clerical; General Labor; Machine Operators; Women Owned Business; 10 Local 1994 1688 Woodlands Dr · Maumee President On-Site Mgt; Direct Hire; Sourcing & Recruiting Forklift Drivers; Assembly Positions WBENC; ASA; CSP

Career Staffi ng LLC (Div. of Career Integration) Chad Haley, CEO Career Integration; Total Employment Solutions; Industry & Admin; Bldg Maint; Sourcing & Recruit; Staffi ng; Payroll; 3Local2004 BWC 5755 Park Center Ct · Toledo Dee Zavala, Pres, Career Staffi ng Janitorial; Exec Recruit; Staffi ng; Payrolling Exec Recruit; Employment Solutions; Clerical Clark Schaefer Hackett Jim Haubrock, Workforce Development; Executive Search & Executive & Middle Management Roles, 1** National 1938 SHRM-SCP Certifi ed Professionals† 3166 N Republic Blvd · Toledo Shareholder in Charge Recruiting HR Strategy All Disciplines The Doepker Group Direct; Contract to Direct; & Contract Placement Engineering (All Categories); Industrial Technicians; 1Local1997Jeff Doepker — 27457 Holiday Ln · Perrysburg of Engineering & Operations Mgt Professionals Senior / Executive Mgt Professionals; IT Express Employment Professionals Jeff Lemke, Temp; Evaluation Hire; Direct Hire; Exec Search; Industrial; Skilled Trades; Offi ce; 5Local‡1996 ASA; BBB 5350 Airport Hwy, Ste 104 · Toledo Owner Contract Staffi ng; On-Site Services; HR Services Accounting / Finance; Engineering / Manufacturing Impact Employment Solutions Gina McQuade, Skilled Labor; Long-Term Contract; 17 Local 2004 Light Industrial; Clerical; Technical; Medical Direct Hire ASA; OSSA; SIA; TSIL 136 N Huron St · Toledo Regional VP Great Lakes Region Technical; Clerical; Engineering ITS, Integrated Talent Strategies Tim Kalucki, Engineering; IT; Accounting / Finance; 1Local1984 Contract; Temporary; Contract to Direct; Permanent Placement — 7060 Spring Meadows Dr W · Holland President HR, Skilled Labor Job 1 USA – Glass Centre Bruce Rumpf, CEO; Total Employment Solutions; Hiring Events; On-Location Mgt; Industrial; Clerical; Security; Janitorial; 7Local1951 ISO 9001:2001; Veteran Owned Business 701 Jeff erson Ave · Toledo Stacie Moss, VP Staffi ng Services Direct Hire; Exec Recruit; Staffi ng; Employee Incentive Program Mgt Veteran Candidate Placement

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Ardagh …Continued from page 1 ten driving the effectiveness of municipal recy- retail shelves every day. We will begin cus- cling systems due to the inherent value of alu- tomer deliveries by the end of this year,” said minum. And with ideal fi lling, distribution, and Cumbee. retail display economics, beverage cans enable Claude Marbach, CEO, Ardagh Metal – customers to further build their business,” said Beverage North America, said, “This project Jennifer Cumbee, vice president, government forms part of Ardagh’s $1.8 billion 2021-2024 affairs NA and corporate communications, Ar- business growth investment program and is be- dagh Metal – Beverage North America. ing undertaken to meet fast-growing demand The Ardagh Huron plant will initially con- as consumers increasingly recognize the en- sist of three can production lines, together with vironmental and quality advantages of bever- ends capacity. The facility will produce bever- age cans. Our products deliver high recycle and Serving the Greater Toledo area age cans in multiple sizes for a variety of cate- content rates, which support customer sustain- gories, including sparkling water, soft drinks, ability targets and contribute to a circular econ- for nearly 25 years teas, and alcoholic beverages. Output from the omy. And with ideal fi lling, distribution, and Huron plant is secured by long-term custom- retail display economics, beverage cans help Temporary • Evaluation Hire • Direct Hire staffi ng er agreements. build businesses as well. This latest expansion “We will be producing the aluminum bev- is indicative of Ardagh’s consistent commit- Toledo • Bowling Green • Findlay • Sandusky locations erage containers used to package beverages ment to supporting customer growth.” for the recognizable brands we see on local (…continued on page 22) Light Industrial • Clerical • Professional • Skilled Trades Express offers its associates a wide range of benefi ts including Computer Software OAQDA …Continued from page 10 Enhancement Training, Employee Readiness Training, Health Care Benefi ts, Holiday and the facilities and equipment needed to process approved up to $1.9 million to The Hospitality Vacation Pay, National Discounts, Referral soybeans as well as the development of a solid Group, a full-service hotel management com- Rewards, Retirement Savings Plan and waste disposal facility to turn waste byprod- pany, for the renovation of the Courtyard by Scholarship Opportunities! ucts into cattle feed, which would otherwise Marriott Hotel at 7411 Vantage Drive in Wor- “Express team is courteous and “As an employer we realize that with the low “Our company has worked with be sent to a landfi ll. The solid waste reduc- thington. The project includes updates to the knowledgeable in their placement unemployment rate, fi nding individuals who Express for several years across tion is estimated at 1.6 million tons per year. roof including a membrane and refl ective shin- program as well as state of the are qualifi ed AND willing to work part time or multiple states and they routinely art training for employers to help temporary assignments can be challenging. We feel exceed our expectations. They The project also will reduce air emissions, in- gles, as well as building envelope improve- them understand branding and the laborers sent to us through Express have been a are friendly, informative and cluding volatile organic compounds and soy- ments. In addition, the company will replace onboarding.” better fi t that those from their competitors. Express provide qualifi ed candidates in a bean particles that will be recycled through the several HVAC units, install an HVAC con- Employment staff is personable, professional and timely manner. They are truly the feed process. Cargill has received local sup- trol system, replace outdated laundry equip- highly responsive! We receive a weekly email to benchmark in the industry.” check-in on our laborers as well as a visit from our port from the City of Sidney, Shelby County, ment, and upgrade lighting fi xtures and other account rep every couple of weeks.” and Sidney Local Schools. electronics. The project will reduce air emis- The Hospitality Group, Worthington sions and support signifi cant energy savings expresspros.com Portfolio (Franklin County) – The Authority of more than 25% annually. 18 · TOLEDO BUSINESS JOURNAL · APRIL 2021 DEVELOPMENT NEWS

Area Personnel Staffing Companies …continued from page 17 # Local / Regional National Founded Top Local Offi cer Services Off ered Top Placed Disciplines Certifi cations* Locations Owned Kelly Services Robert Hall, Direct Hire; On-Site Mgt; Payroll Services; IT; Engineering; Light Industrial; MMBDC; SCQI Award; MSVP Excellence Award 1Global1946 4204 W Sylvania Ave, Ste 102 · Toledo District Manager Temp-to-Hire for all Industries Administrative; Scientifi c for Diversity; Intel PQS Award Manpower Inc. of Toledo Stacy Hammer, Direct Hire: Temp to Hire; Temp; On-Site Models, Seasonal; Skilled Trade; Engineering; IT; Offi ce (Entry to Exec); ISO-9002; ASA; BBB; 8Local§1953 6642 Centers Dr · Holland President RPO Projects, Statement of Work CSR; Accounting / Finance; Lt Industrial; Hospitality BWC; CPC; CSP; SIA Offi ceTeam / Robert Half Jill Turski, 3National1948 Temporary & Permanent Placement Services Accounting & Finance; IT; Administrative — 2210 Levis Commons Blvd · Perrysburg Branch Manager Phoenix Services Inc Anne Schwertfeger, Light Industrial; Administrative; 4Local1988 Executive Search & Placement Staffi ng Services; PEO Services — 5800 Monroe St, D5 · Sylvania CEO Accounting; Customer Service Renhill / Healthcare on Demand Barrie Howell, 4Local2019 Full Service Staffi ng Solutions; Direct Hire; Temp to Hire; Temp MA; CNA; LPN; STNA; Allied Health WBENC; Woman Owned Business; ASA; CTS 2650 N Reynolds Rd · Toledo President & CEO Renhill / HR on Demand Barrie Howell, Full Service Staffi ng Solutions; Direct Hire; Industrial; Manufacturing; Skilled Trades; 4Local1970 WBENC; Woman Owned Business; ASA; CTS 2650 N Reynolds Rd · Toledo President & CEO Temp to Hire; Temp; On-Site Mgt Administrative / HR; Hospitality; Accounting Renhill Group Barrie Howell, Customized Substitute Staffi ng & Recruiting to School Districts, Teachers; Educational Aides; Food Service; 2Local1998 WBENC; Woman Owned Business; ASA; CTS 2650 N Reynolds Rd · Toledo President & CEO ESCs & Charter Schools throughout Ohio Administrative / Clerical; Custodial Supplemental Staffi ng Temporary / Project; Temp to Hire; Direct Hire; Light Industrial; Skilled / Technical; Engineering; ISO 9001:2000; WBENC; 3 Local 1978 Malcolm & Peggy Richards 5333 Southwyck Blvd · Toledo Payroll & Contract Services Clerical & Professional Woman Owned Business Time Staffi ng Jeff rey Doepker, Light Industrial; Administrative; Warehousing; 8∫ Local 1992 Temporary; Direct; Pro; RPO; Employee Leasing ASA; BBB; BWC; CSP; OSSA; SIA; WRC 27457 Holiday Ln, Ste E · Perrysburg President Manufacturing; Offi ce Clerical Published 04-21; List includes only those Area Personnel Staffi ng Companies that responded by deadline; * ASA = American Staffi ng Association; BWC = Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation; CPC = Certifi ed Personnel Consultant; CSP = Certifi ed Staffi ng Professionals; MMBDC = Michigan Minority Business Development Council; OSSA = Ohio Staffi ng & Search Association; RHIA = Registered Health Information Administrator; SIA = Staffi ng Ind. Analysts; TSIL = Temporary Services Insurance, Ltd.; WBENC = Women’s Business Enterprise National Council; WRC = Worker’s Risk Compensation Certifi cation; ** = 8 Offi ces Nationally; † = Society for HR Management - Senior Certifi ed Professional; ‡ = Locally Owned / National Affi liate; § = Locally Owned / Global Presence; ∫ = and 3 Recruiting Offi ces

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suring uninterrupted service and support for and the Society of Financial Services Pro- Toledo (UToledo) and an MBA from Heidel- customers and drivers. fessionals (SFSP). berg University. Genacross Lutheran Croghan Colonial Bank Reichle Klein Group Services Foundation Steve “Chip” Van- Reichle Klein Group Michael A. George, Dette has been named recently recognized CFRE, has been ap- Croghan Colonial the work of one of its pointed executive di- Bank’s new senior vice commercial real estate rector of the Gena- president / chief lend- agents, Lynette Reichle, cross Lutheran Servic- ing offi cer. SIOR, by naming her the es Foundation. VanDette has over title of senior vice presi- As a member of Gen- 20 years of banking ex- dent in acknowledgment across’ senior leader- perience in north central of her sustained high- ship team, George will Ohio, most of which has Steve “Chip” level performance. Lynette Reichle Bolt Express be responsible for lead- Michael George been working with busi- VanDette Lynette Reichle has Bolt Express has promoted two members ing and strengthening ness clients in all as- earned real estate licenses in Ohio and to its senior management team. a comprehensive fundraising program in pects of commercial banking. VanDette is Michigan. Jorge Cazares has been promoted to vice support of the organization’s mission and an alumni of Norwalk St. Paul high school; Marathon Petroleum Corporation president, operations for Mexico cross border goals. he holds a Bachelor of science degree from Brian C. Davis has joined Marathon Pe- services. According to the company, Caza- Most recently, George served as vice pres- Bowling Green State University (BGSU); and troleum Corporation (MPC) as executive res, with over 20 years of expedite transporta- ident for philanthropic services and advance- an MBA from the University of Phoenix. vice president and chief commercial offi - tion experience, played a critical role in devel- ment at the Greater Toledo Community Foun- In addition, the bank cer. In this role, Davis will be responsible oping a best-in-class, cross border manage- dation (GTCF), where he led the fundraising welcomed John J. Kreuz, for leading all commercial business activ- ment program at Bolt Express. Cazares also department and was a member of the execu- senior vice president / ities across MPC’s integrated value chain developed a partner carrier network aligned tive leadership team. Prior to his work with commercial lending of- and will report to president and chief exec- with Bolt’s standards for safety, service, and GTCF, he was director of development and fi cer, to its Maumee of- utive offi cer Michael J. Hennigan. integrity to provide its customers with door- annual fund at Lourdes University. fi ce. Kreuz has over 30 Prior to joining MPC, Davis spent 32 to-door visibility and control of all cross-bor- George is a graduate of Miami (Ohio) years of banking expe- years with Royal Dutch Shell in roles span- der shipment activity. University with a Bachelor’s degree in po- rience, with the past 12 ning the full oil and gas value chain, includ- Sam Burton has been with Bolt Express litical science and public administration. He years focused on busi- ing a number of global and regional senior for eight years and has been promoted to obtained his certifi ed fund raising executive John Kreuz ness banking relation- leadership positions in which he was respon- vice president, technology. Burton has helped (CFRE) designation in 2016. The CFRE cer- ships. His past banking sible for driving transformation and growth. drive and support growth at Bolt by manag- tifi cation program is an internationally rec- experience includes retail and mortgage lend- As global vice president, energy solutions ing the design, implementation, security, and ognized course of study for fundraisers dedi- ing, credit quality management, and commer- from 2016 to 2020 and group vice president, monitoring of all technology used to support cated to setting professional standards in phi- cial lending. His area of expertise includes corporate strategy from 2014 to 2016, he and enable its 24/7 operations. According to lanthropy, noted offi cials. commercial banking, Small Business Ad- played a key role in shaping Shell’s new en- the company, the preparedness and overall In addition, he is past president of the As- ministration (SBA) fi nancing, and business ergy strategy and developing its low carbon capabilities of Bolt Express were on display sociation of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) acquisition fi nancing. energy business. in 2020 as it was able to quickly transition northwest Ohio chapter and is a member of Kreuz received a Bachelor of business ad- He began his career as a chemical engi- to operate as a remote workforce while en- the Toledo Estate Planning Council (TEPC) ministration degree from The University of (…continued on page 20) Amazon Air operation begins at Toledo Express

The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority (TLCPA) wel- Amazon Air’s newest gateway will include an on-site comed a new Amazon Air gateway at Eugene F. Kranz To- area to sort packages bound for their next destination and ledo Express Airport (TOL). Amazon Air’s Toledo gateway will be managed by an Amazon logistics partner, Pinna- is anticipated to create more than 50 new jobs and will ser- cle Logistics. vice daily fl ights, supporting fast, free shipping for Ama- Pinnacle Logistics will utilize the Port Authority’s zon customers in Ohio and throughout the region. 65,000 square foot building at Two Air Cargo Parkway for “In 2020, the Port Authority established six strate- the sorting and handling of Amazon Air’s cargo. Accord- gic pillars for continuing to improve and enhance oper- ing to offi cials, the Port Authority has been working dili- ations at the airport,” said Thomas J. Winston, president gently over the past several months to prepare the facility and CEO of TLCPA. “The re-establishment of air cargo and the surrounding area for this new air cargo operation. operations was one of these strategies and we are pleased Completed renovations include the installation of 20 new to announce that we have partnered with Amazon Air to LED high mast ramp lights, resurfacing, and LED light in- launch a new cargo gateway at Eugene F. Kranz Toledo stallation of the building’s parking lot, reconfi guring gates Express Airport.” and fencing, and constructing additional truck docks.

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lence; Honda’s new supplier award; and Bat- able to all investors in good standing at the tions offi cer. tery Watering Technologies’ distributor of ex- Chamber, with the application is available Foster has responsibility for leading cellence award. online for ease of submission. The quarter- and supporting all of Dana’s commercial The Cocoon ly investor grant provides a Chamber inves- opportunities globally, along with over- The recipient of the Bowling Green tor up to $1,000 that is earmarked for em- sight responsibilities for marketing and Chamber of Commerce’s investor grant for ployee training programs, towards the pur- communications. the fourth quarter of 2020 is The Cocoon. chase of business-related equipment, or ap- According to Dana, Foster is a veteran of plied towards the offset of a Bowling Green the mobility industry, serving for more than …Continued from page 19 State University (BGSU) / Owens student two decades in senior executive roles at John- internship. The deadline for the fi rst quar- son Controls, Inc., and Adient plc. neer in operational and engineering roles at ter grant submission is March 31. Foster earned a Bachelor of business Shell’s Clyde refi nery in Australia and has Dana Incorporated administration degree from the Universi- also worked in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Byron Foster has joined Dana Incor- ty of Michigan (UM) and a Master of busi- North America, and South America. porated as senior vice president and chief ness management degree from Northwest- Davis holds a Bachelor’s degree in chem- commercial, marketing, and communica- ern University. ical engineering from the University of Sydney. Miami Industrial Trucks, Inc. Pictured from left- Kathy Mull, executive Stu Thorp has director, The Cocoon; Brooke Harrison, joined Miami Industri- Bowling Green Manor and Chamber NAI Harmon completes al Trucks, Inc. (MIT) as of Commerce board president; Mary an account manager for Hinkelman, executive director, Bowling its Toledo market. Thorp Green Chamber of Commerce 605,000 sf facility sale brings over 10 years of material handling ex- Kathy Mull, executive director of The Co- Mark Baringer, senior investment advi- the property before the COVID-19 lock- perience servicing the coon, applied for the investor grant in hopes sor and commercial REALTOR® of NAI down and negotiations started in the fall greater Toledo area. of using the money to purchase a new laptop Harmon Group, completed the sale of two of 2020. The property was under contract Stu Thorp Miami Industrial for one of its new advocacy positions. The warehouses located at Napoleon Logistics for several months due to the COVID-19 Trucks, Inc. is a value- Cocoon received grant money from Amer- Park in Napoleon. Baringer worked with restrictions,” said Baringer. added material handling distributor – sell- icorps to hire a full-time housing advocate both the seller and buyer to create a trans- The logistics park is located off a pri- ing, renting, and servicing material handling for one year, with the possibility of contract action that was benefi cial to both parties, mary trucking route between Toledo and products and systems to solve problems for a renewal, who will work with survivors in all including a seller leaseback. Fort Wayne. range of businesses. The company is an au- programs to secure permanent housing and “This property had interest from all Baringer also commented, “The buyer thorized forklift dealer for Caterpillar, Mit- act as a liaison between survivors, The Co- across the country because of the size was originally interested in the 410,000 subishi, and Jungheinrich in 35 counties in coon, and housing providers. The purchase and quality of the asset. The demand was square foot main building and an addition- Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. MIT has been of a laptop will ensure uninterrupted servic- strong due to growth in e-commerce, lo- al 195,000 square foot building was added recognized as the Mitsubishi Caterpillar es for survivors in the community, especial- gistical needs in the region, and strength to the transaction, totaling 605,000 square Forklifts of America (MCFA) dealer of ex- ly during the current pandemic. in the economy. The buyer fi rst looked at feet on 30 acres.” cellence; Hawker Batteries dealer of excel- The quarterly investor grants are avail- Show Employers & Their Personnel How You Can Help Them Reap the Benefi ts of Continuing Education in Education & Training and MBA & Executive Programs

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Ardagh …Continued from page 17

The company has and excellence. We are invested in its opera- aligned and focused tions across the com- on exceeding custom- pany, including at er expectations across its existing Fremont, products, services, and Ohio plant, as it in- innovation – unique- creases production ca- ly positioned to help pacity to address the our customers build increasing demand their brands and bot- for beverage cans. Ar- tom lines. dagh’s customers in- Cape May Crewing Co. Huron mayor Sam clude leading brands beverages in Ardagh cans Artino said, “Ardagh’s across a range of bev- presence in the Huron erage categories that include soft drinks, spar- community will be a win economically and we kling waters, energy drinks, beers, teas, and look forward to working with them.” other alcoholic beverages, with distribution Huron city manager, Matt Lasko, added, reach nationwide. “Huron is excited to welcome Ardagh to the “Ardagh’s growth is principally due to the Huron. The community was devastated with infi nitely recyclable beverage cans we produce. the closure of the facility and loss of jobs when Beverage cans answer the call for consumers IAC, former owner of the facility, decided to seeking more environmentally-friendly pack- cease operations in the fall of 2020. However, aging as cans provide high recycle and con- Ardagh’s purchase and planned reinvestment tent rates. Metal cans also deliver the high- will ensure this facility is repositioned quickly est value per ton in recycling streams, often and will further bring hundreds of skilled jobs serving as the funding mechanism for local back to the local economy. We are confi dent recycling organizations. And beverage cans that Ardagh will fi nd Huron a terrifi c place to are a perfect model of a circular economy, invest and do business and we look forward to with recycled cans returning to store shelves building a strong relationship with them over in its original form within a few months,” ex- the years to come.” plained Cumbee. Ardagh operates 56 metal and glass pro- When asked about what sets Ardagh apart duction facilities in 12 countries, employing from others in the industry, Cumbee explained, more than 16,000 people with sales of $7 bil- “We believe we have the best team in the con- lion. Locally, aside from Fremont and Hu- sumer packaging industry – bringing to life ron, the company also operates a facility in every day our core vales of trust, teamwork, Whitehouse.

Timothy Murphy, CESSWI Principal, Employee-Owner

“ “ The diversity of our team’s expertise is second to none. But whatI AM really differentiates CEC us is the partnership approach we take in working with our clients every day. Our goal is to be their go-to trusted advisor. And that shows up in everything we do.”

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A LOOK AT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN OUR REGION

Lexus of Toledo Lathrop is the general contractor for renova- tion and additions to Lexus of Toledo at the cor- ner of Central Avenue and King Road. The proj- ect, which includes over 1,800 square feet of mod- iƒ ed space overall, includes upgrades to the exte- rior façade of the main showroom along with in- terior renovations. There are also two minor ad- ditions to the building: the expansion of the over- all size of the main showroom and the expansion of the service area for the preparation of vehicles for the wash bay.

Library Square Bowling Green State University ams Street near downtown Toledo. University of Toledo Randles Company LLC is the con- The Collaborative is providing servic- The Collaborative is providing servic- struction manager on the $1.8 million es on site improvements to a memorial City of Rossford es on renovation work at the Bowman- Library Square project nearing comple- for veterans for Bowling Green State Uni- Rossi & Associates, LLC is providing Oddy Laboratories for the University of tion in downtown Toledo. The project, put versity (BGSU). services on renovations to the Mark G. Toledo (UToledo). together by Crane Development Ltd., in- Zuchowski Safety, Planning, and Zoning cluded restoring four blighted, three-sto- Toledo School for the Arts Annex for the City of Rossford. City of Port Clinton ry buildings on Madison Avenue across Thomas Porter Architects is working DGL Consulting Engineers, LLC is pro- from the Toledo Lucas County Library with the Toledo School for the Arts on State of Ohio viding services to the City of Port Clin- Main Branch and converting them into “The Next Big Thing: Historic Renovation DGL Consulting Engineers, LLC is ton, which involves support for the Safe 10 apartments and four commercial & Urban Addition”, which involves a 5,000 providing services on paving work at Routes to School initiative aimed at con- storefronts. square foot addition and 25,000 square Camp Perry in Port Clinton for the State structing a sidewalk along Fremont Road renovation of its current facility on Ad- of Ohio. on the west side of the city.

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