State Bank hosted its Access to Capital Lunch and Learn workshop to help entrepreneurs learn about alternative funding opportunities for their businesses. Organizers say the free event connects local business owners with state, regional and local financing resources.

John Recker, customer external affairs manager for AEP Ohio, said the donation reflects the company’s commitment to supporting local growth.

“And we believe that the Potts Center and the Lima chamber are organizations that in their mission to support Lima's entrepreneurs and small businesses,” Recker said. “We just think it's a great partnership to help Lima thrive.”