Paulding County Business Weekly

On this episode of Paulding County Business Weekly listen in as we talk to Paulding County Common Pleas and General Court Judge Tiffany Beckman.  Find out how plans can change and still lead to good things in life and learn about the shortage of attorneys not only in Paulding County but Ohio overall. Thanks to OhioMeansJobs for maling this program possible!

On this episode of Paulding County Business Weekly, we interviewed Mindy Stoller with Paulding County Hands of Hope. Listen in as Mindy shares her own background and the history of the pregnancy center along with the many other services offered at Hands of Hope, including a soon to be dedicated baby drop box for the county. Thanks to OhioMeansJobs for making this program possible!

This week on PCBW we’ll hear from Elecia Wobler, owner Keepsake Beads EAW & Boutique. Listen in as Elecia discusses the initial development of the keepsake bead business and what it personally means to her and how the business has grown, and continues to grow, as an importer within the county.  Thanks to OhioMeansJobs

This week on PCBW we will learn from James Kornas, Vice President of Commercial Development, Mergers & Acquisitions for the Patriot Rail Company. The Patriot Rail recently purchased the Napoleon, Defiance and Western short rail line that goes from Woodburn, IN through Paulding County all the way to Campbells Soup facility in Napoleon, OH.  Listen in how the new ownership will provide new oppor...

Our next PCBW guest is Jessica Sattler with the Regional Growth Partnership (RGP) team. Learn about what RGP is and what they do for our Paulding County community and the region, and how they are funded and tied to JobsOhio. Special thanks to OhioMeansJobs of Paulding County for making this program possible!

On this episode of Paulding County Business Weekly, we hear from Delvin “Rocky” Rockhold, Program Director with the Greater Ohio Workforce Board, Inc. Rocky explains what the business and manufacturing sectors are facing in filling empty positions based on current data and how that isn’t going to change anytime soon. Special thanks to OhioMeansJobs of Paulding County for making this program possib...

Tune is as host Tim Copsey interviews Paulding Ace Hardware Manager Lance Sinn. Listen in and hear how the Paulding Ace Hardware store is the locally owned county store for hardware supplies, machine, and equipment rentals, and can fulfill all your lumber and hardware needs.  In addition, their greenhouse is a perfect local stop for your greenhouse needs this time of year. Thanks to OhioMeansJobs...

This week on the Paulding County Business Weekly podcast we hear from 82nd Ohio House, District 82 State Representative Roy Klopfenstein.  Roy shares some history about his deep NW Ohio roots and how local high school, Vantage Career Center and the many committees and boards he served on prepared him for the position of serving the public today. Thanks to OhioMeansJobs of Paulding County for spons...

Hear it here! Tune is as host Tim Copsey interviews State Bank’s Vice President of Commercial Services, Shaun Mack, and Small Business Lender Maureen Killion. In this week’s PCBW Podcast, they explain that the State Bank is locally owned and operated and how important that is to customers.  In a world of uncertainty, they will share that State Bank is in a solid position to handle all your local p...

Listen as host Tim Copsey interviews North American Stamping Group (NASG) Operations Manager Greg Bostleman. Greg will discuss how NASG is a Tier II seat frame supplier and some of the great customers they serve including Tesla! Yes, right here in Paulding County NASG manufactures and supplies armrests for Tesla! NASG stays on the leading edge of the automotive industry through innovative processe...

Listen in to the Paulding County Business Weekly broadcast as host Tim Copsey interviews new Logisticize HR Manager Justin Davis.  Justin will give a history of the company, share some thoughts on driving semi-trucks and diesel engine repair in the county and touch on how growing up and living in Paulding County can be very rewarding while having a family and fulfilling employment. A special...

Our next guest on Paulding County Business Weekly is, Diana Savage, Business Development Director for Beilharz Architects. Although Beilharz is not located in Paulding County, they help us fill a gap in the county as an architectural firm and have been an outstanding partner for projects in Paulding County!  Diana also represents Rotary International for the NW Ohio District. She shares with...

On this episode of Paulding County Business Weekly, we hear from Sales Manager Clint Blume and Inside Sales Representative Emil Stoller of Haviland Drainage Products. Listen in as they dive into the history of Haviland Drainage and how they have become a national market supplier that continues to lead the industry using advanced technology and innovation. The team shares how they transformed from...

On this episode of Paulding County Business Weekly, we sit down with Bob Bragg, owner of Five Star Deck Building and Fencing. Learn how Bob grew up right here in Paulding County and hires local talent to operate a business that creates functional yet appealing outdoor spaces where you can enjoy the beauty of nature comfortably.  Serving a large radius around Antwerp, Five Star specializes in...

In this episode, we sit down with Audrey Feasby, owner of Small Town Bliss Hair & Nail Studio in Antwerp. Audrey shares her experience as a small business owner and opportunities for new stylists. Audrey also discusses the Paulding County Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) program and how the Paulding County Economic Development office provides assistance for businesses. Thank you, Tiffany Goings,...

Located in downtown Latty, Ohio Al-Co Products has been creating quality products at an affordable price for over 50 years. With a large selection of designs, colors, and customizable options for bathroom countertops, shower/wall panels, windowsills, backsplashes, and more. Al-Co has what your home needs! In this episode of PCBW, you’ll hear from owner, Bret Busch. Bret shares the history of how A...

This week on PCBW we sit down with Dusty Sonnenberg. You know Dusty as the radio show host for MyFarm, the weekday morning Ag program on My102.7. In this interview, Dusty will share his background, and how he has settled in as one of the premier Ag business voices for Ohio agriculture! Listen in on Tuesday and Thursday at 8 am and 5 pm on MY102.7 FM. Thank you to Tiffany Goings with Paulding...

On this episode of PCBW we hear from Matt Adams and Kendra Heffelfinger, from AgCredit - one of northern Ohio’s lenders for farmers, rural homeowners and agribusiness. Matt and Kendra will share their background and their direct ties to NW Ohio farming. AgCredit is dedicated to serving our rural community through services, programs, grants, and outreach that supports their members and agriculture...

Have you met Lora Lyons, Executive Director for United Way of Paulding County? Listen to hear Lora’s background, and how United Way focuses on improving the health, education, and the financial stability of our community through programs and community partnerships. United Way of Paulding County celebrates a 30-year milestone this year. We are blessed to have them serving in our community. Thank yo...

This week on PCBW we hear from Estee Miller and Kristen Schilt, with the Young Professionals of Paulding County group. Estee and Kristen will share their background, and how they felt a need for young professionals to have an outlet to network and connect in the community. Learn more by listening to their interview. You can also find upcoming event on the Young Professionals of Paulding County Fac...

On this episode of PCBW we hear from Troy and Liz Weller, owners of Auglaize Canoe & Kayak. Troy and Liz will share their background, and how their 100-year-old family farm outside of Oakwood, OH has become a destination site that draws thousands of people to Paulding County! Thank you to Tiffany Goings with Paulding County OhioMeansJobs for making this program possible.

On this episode of PCBW we hear from Angie Fahy, Adult Education Director at Vantage Career Center. Angie will share her background, and insight on how Vantage Career Center is helping the regional workforce by providing accredited programs, customized training, and continuing education for in demand jobs. Thank you to Tiffany Goings with Paulding County OhioMeansJobs for making this program possi...

On this episode of PCBW we hear from Levi Mansfield, the second-generation manager of Mansfield Welding in Oakwood, OH. Levi will share how the family business started 32 years ago and how growing into state-of-the-art equipment and technology has helped their business expand to serve customers in residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural settings. Thank you to Tiffany Goings...

This week on PCBW we hear from Dr. Jon Tomlinson, the new dean of Northwest State Community College (NSCC) Van Wert campus. Jon will share his background and how his path led him to NSCC and how NSCC plans to connect to our local schools, communities, and businesses with programs to grow our workforce close to home. Thank you to Tiffany Goings with Paulding County OhioMeansJobs for making this pro...

Our next guests on Paulding County Business Weekly are Flat Rock Creek Fall Festival Event Manager Guy Dasher and Board Member Jeremy Dasher.  They will tell us how the festival event came into existence and what exciting events will take place to import thousands of people into the Paulding County economy at the fairgrounds this year. Thanks to Tiffany Goings and the Paulding County Ohio Mea...