C H A M B E R CHAMBER L I N K LINK
Richland Area Chamber & Economic Developmet, 19th Annual Business Expo Presented by Hamilton Insurance Group, Inc.
Jessica Gribben, OhioCED President & CEO
Angie Cirone Director of Education Foundation
Donnie Clark Economic Development Project ManagerRichland County
Lisa Duckworth Director of Programs & Events
Angie Fanello
Member Engagement & Special Projects Coordinator
Kathy Fox Front Office Coordinator
Clint Knight Director of Workforce Development/Area 10 Workorce Dev. Board Administrative Director
Jill Gantt Workforce Development Coordinator
Evan Stuart Marketing & Legislative Affairs Coordinator
Barrett Thomas Senior Economic Development Director
Tom Vanderhorst Finance Specialist
Jennifer Wagner Director of Member Services
A New Chapter, A Shared Momentum
Jessica Gribben, OhioCED President & CEO
55 N. Mulberry St.
Mansfield, OH 44902
Phone: (419) 522-3211
info@richlandareachamber com info@richlandareachamber.com
Stepping into the role of President and CEO of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, I am energized by one simple truth: our communities are not standing still, we are building momentum.
Across Richland County, we are seeing the kind of progress that communities strive for, transformational downtown investments, expanding employers, new housing opportunities, and catalytic projects that are reshaping how we live, work, and connect. This is more than a moment of activity; it is a moment of alignment, where vision, leadership, and opportunity are coming together in powerful ways.
That momentum does not happen by chance. It is driven by the strength of our leadership. Our public sector partners, private sector community leaders, and our dedicated boards of directors, who continue to invest their time, resources, and vision into moving this region forward. I am grateful for their partnership and proud to work alongside so many who are deeply committed to our collective success.
At the center of it all is you, our members. Our business community is the driving force behind everything we do. Your willingness to invest, to grow, and to believe in this region is what sets Richland County apart. We are not just a collection of businesses, we are a network of leaders committed to building something bigger than ourselves.
I am also incredibly proud of the team leading this work. The Chamber and Economic Development staff bring a level of professionalism, creativity, and dedication that positions us not just to participate in growth, but to lead it.
Looking ahead, we will be bold in our approach. We will pursue transformative development, strengthen our workforce and housing pipeline, and elevate Richland County’s position as a destination for investment and opportunity. We will be intentional, collaborative, and focused on outcomes that create lasting impact.
This is our moment to lead, and I am honored to be part of it.
Let’s get to work.
Jessica Gribben, OhioCED President & CEO
You put everything you have into your business. And we put everything into creating high-quality health insurance plans for you and your employees. We've partnered with the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development and Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) to offer a unique benefit option for small businesses like yours. The COSE Benefit Plan is a multiple employer welfare arrangement (MEWA) that allows businesses of 1–50 to experience rate stability, savings and the same great health benefits that large corporations have. Bundle your health plan with our dental, vision or life plans for a fully integrated benefits package.
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ABOUT THE SPEAKER
RICHLAND AREA CHAMBER & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PRESENTS
Damon West
National Speaker & Author of “Be a Coffee Bean”
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 9:00 – 10:30 AM EDT Historic Ohio State Reformatory
Damon West is an internationally known keynote speaker, 4-time bestselling author, and former crime boss in Dallas who was sentenced to life in prison for organized crime. USA Today calls him the “modern day Shawshank Redemption and the most in-demand speaker in America.”
After a spiritual awakening during incarceration, Damon emerged from over seven years in prison a changed man. His story is one of hope, redemption, grit, and the resilience of the human spirit.
THE WORLD IS A POT OF BOILING WATER. YOU HAVE 3 CHOICES:
THE CARROT
Goes in strong, comes out soft and weak
THE EGG
Goes in soft, comes out hard and mean
THE COFFEE BEAN
Changes the water around it — positive impact
BE THE COFFEE BEAN.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
PLATINUM $5,000
• 8 tickets to the event
• Opportunity to address the audience for 1 minute
• Business logo on all event advertising (large)
• Business logo on our event webpage
• Business logo in Chamber Newsletter
• Business logo on social media posts
• Business logo on membership emails advertising the event
• Table sign with corporate logo
• Verbal recognition from the podium at the event
SILVER $1,000
• 4 tickets to the event
• Business name on all event advertising
• Business name on our event webpage
• Business logo in Chamber Newsletter
• Business name on membership emails advertising the event
• Verbal recognition from the podium at the event
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GOLD $2,500
• 6 tickets to the event
• Business logo on all event advertising (medium)
• Business logo on our event webpage
• Business logo in Chamber Newsletter
• Business logo on social media posts
• Business logo on membership emails advertising the event
• Table sign with corporate logo
• Verbal recognition from the podium at the event
BRONZE $500
• 2 tickets to the event
• Business name on our event webpage
• Business name in Chamber Newsletter
• Verbal recognition from the podium at the event
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Mansfield’s next chapter is here. A WestingHOUSE Party celebrates the cleanup milestone and invites everyone to help build what’s next.
SCHEDULE SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026 10am–10pm
FOOD TRUCKS: ALL DAY
CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL: 10am–1pm
Vendors such as the Buckeye Imagination Museum, United Way's Big Red Bookshelf, Mansfield/Richland County Public Library, and more will provide family-friendly activities.
The Performance Dogs of Ohio will provide entertainment at 10:00am and 12:00pm.
The Mansfield Fire Department will have a children's firefighter training course.
Interactive activities such as bounce houses, a dunk tank, yard games, and more!
VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: 10am–4pm
$25 per player
Minimum of 5 games guaranteed
Winners receive an event shirt and a tournament trophy Register now: ohiosocialsports.com/registration
SKATE OHIO! ATTACK THE SPOT: 2pm–6pm
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT: 6pm–10pm
Shucking Bubba: 8pm–10pm
Fireworks: At Dusk
Learn more at: brandrichland.com/a-westinghouse-party LOCATION
Former Westinghouse Site, 200 E. Fifth St., Mansfield, OH
DATE & TIME
Saturday, June 13, 2026 10:00am–10:00pm
UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
Register for these events HERE or visit our event calendar at www.richlandareachamber.com
04/15/26 Women’s Leadership Connection - Nicole Derr, DLX, 11:45am-1pm
04/22/26 HR Working Group, Ontario Branch of MRCPL, 12-1pm
04/24/26 Discover Richland - Harvest Horizons Tour, 8:30am-4:30pm
04/29/26 Team Appreciation Day Event, Mid Ohio Conference Center, 11:30am-1pm
05/15/26 Cleveland Guardians Baseball Trip
05/21/26 Business After Hours, Lind Media, 4-6pm
06/11/26 Leadership Unlimited Alumni Dinner & Class of 2026 Commencement, DLX, 5:30-7:30pm
06/15/26 Chamber Golf Classic, Westbrook Country Club
06/25/26 Chamber Coffee Hosted by Directions Credit Union, The Blueberry Patch, 8-9am
08/05/26 Inspirational Talk: Damon West, Historic Ohio State Reformatory, 9am-10:30am
10/22/26 Savor & Sip, Mid Ohio Conference Center, 5-7:30pm
12/08/26 Small Business of the Year Awards, Kehoe Center, 11:30am-1:30pm
