Lima, OH (WLIO) - Since 1887 when it was called the Lima Board of Trade, the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce has spent 135 years helping…

Courtney Hastings Business Specialists Rhodes State College SBDC adds, “Small businesses make up the majority of businesses in the state of Ohio and the revenue they create gives back into the community triple what any other boxed store can bring to the community.”

Lydia Mihalik learned more about day-to-day operations and what employees receive working at Buckeye Rubber Products. Business leaders say that it was important to share what they do not only for the state of Ohio but for nationwide and overseas clients as well.

LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Business leaders throughout the state of Ohio gathered in Lima in order to talk with local businesses on areas that the indu…

Area business leaders hearing from one of their own. Representatives from Rudolph Foods gave a brief history and forecast for the international company. Rudolph is headquartered in Westminster with facilities all around the world. They have been able to adapt over the years to keep up with the changing demands of consumers.

Chamber president and CEO Jed Metzger announcing a regional luncheon with top state department directors. He says it will be an opportunity to hear firsthand what is happening at the state level to support and improve local businesses. It is being titled as "The Big Six Ohio Business Leaders' Regional Thought Roundtable".

Mayor Smith adds, “These key areas which is our housing and neighborhoods, growing our economy with support to small businesses and helping working families. Making government more responsive and maintaining safety services in our city.”