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Women for Economic and Leadership Development (WELD)
WELD strives to increase the number of women serving in leadership in business and government in central Ohio. We build programs, events, and a community tosupport leadership development and business growth.
WELD provides women with specific tools and skills to enhance their individual economic status. Our efforts help mobilize women to become more active participants in the leadership of area businesses, civic organizations and government.
Email: info@weldoh.org
Phone: (866) 614-9353 -
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National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Central Ohio Chapter
The National Association of Women Business Owners, Columbus, Ohio Chapter, is a Central Ohio organization representing the interests of all women entrepreneurs.
NAWBO Columbus advances women entrepreneurs toward economic, social and political achievement. By helping them:
- Develop and grow strong, profitable women-owned businesses
- Build strategic alliances, coalitions and affiliations
- Transform public policy and influence opinion makers
- Affect changes in the business culture
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Women's Fund of Central Ohio
The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio is a public foundation leading social change in our community, empowering women and girls to reach their full potential.
More than 800,000 women and girls live in central Ohio. We aim to engage all of them. Some participate as donors, fueling social change, some participate as grant readers, selecting programs that encompass the needs of women and girls in central Ohio, and some participate through grant partnerships, experiencing transformation created by women working together.
Email: info@womensfundcentralohio.org
Phone: 614.225.9926 -
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Empleos and Employment | Professional Hispanics and Latinos
Empleos & Employment is a dedicated bilingual resource to help employers and job seekers come together, with each achieving what they want. Empleos & Employment target audience is the bilingual and Hispanic workforce.
Our Products & Services
- Direct Recruitment, Staffing Services
- Online Employment Advertisement
- Latino Talent and Leadership Training
- Job Fairs and other Diversity Events
- HR Training
- Consulting Services
- HR Translation and interpretation Services
- Corporate Events
- E-marketing
- Resume Writing Services
Email: info@ee-index.com
Phone: (614) 790-8894 -
Workforce
Resource Employment Solutions
Resource Employment Solutions is an innovative employment agency, staffing service and recruitment company that focuses on people, dependability and service. Resource's innovative employment solutions are custom tailored to your specific needs. We can place from one to several-hundred skilled or non-skilled employees to suit your workforce needs as well as your corporate diversity demands. We will also consider filling larger projects in all geographical areas of the continental United States.We also have partnered with chilijobs.com a job posting web site for companies that prefer to advertise their job online.
Phone: (614) 274-7480 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Columbus Hispanic Professional Meet-Up
Cristina Villacinda-Farr and Nathan Farr from Empleos and Employment are the organizers of the Columbus Hispanic Professional Meet-Up. We believe that our experience working with hundreds of local companies here in Central Ohio will create opportunities for those Hispanic Professionals who are looking for a job, leadership and mentorship opportunities or just to meet and greet other Latino professionals.
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Non-Profit/Social Services
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Network of Indian Professionals (Net IP)
The Network of Indian Professionals-Columbus is a non-profit organization dedicated to the overall achievement and advancement of South Asian professionals. The primary focus of NetIP-Columbus is to help South Asian professionals in central ohio network effectively via the four pillars of our organization:
Professional Development
Cultural Awareness
Community Service
Political Awareness
Contact: Kumar Rachuri -- President
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Networking
Workforce
BlackJobs.com
BlackJobs.com is an online career center for African Americans looking for jobs, and employers and recruiters looking to hire diverse talent.
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Workforce
Columbus State Community College - Skilled Trades program
Skilled Trades (formerly Applied Technologies) offers education in Construction Trades, Carpentry, Electrical Work, Plumbing, Welding, and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning). These courses are ideal for students who think they might be interested in a skilled trade, those interested in the growing field of facilities maintenance, or who wish to develop skills for their own personal enrichment.
The department offers two kinds of courses: Open enrollment courses and partnership courses. Open enrollment courses are available to anyone enrolled at Columbus State. Partnership courses are limited to students in a recognized apprenticeship program with one of our employer partners.
Email: jwhite02@cscc.edu
Phone: (614) 287-5211 -
Shipping/ Logistics
Workforce
LogisticsART program
LogisticsART is an innovative program designed to train the workers Central Ohio logistics companies need now.
The program is designed to attract, train and retain qualified individuals in the field of Logistics. Fully funded by a $4.6 million Department of Labor grant, the program provides training tailored to meet the workforce needs of businesses at entry- to mid-level positions within Warehouse, Distribution, and related Logistics positions.
Contact: Leneé Pezzano -- LogisticsART Supervisor
Email: LPezzano@cscc.edu
Phone: (614) 287-5613 -
Workforce
The Center for Workforce Development - Columbus State Community College
In today's global marketplace, our Ohio workforce development efforts are becoming more and more in demand. To meet those needs, The Center for Workforce Development at Columbus State Community College has partnered with many companies in the Columbus, Ohio community to address workforce improvement and economic development needs through innovative approaches to education, career counseling, talent development, customized training and organizational performance.
The Center for Workforce Development is a full-service resource center.
Services for Businesses:
We help companies with workforce improvement at all levels, from basic skills training programs to the latest in executive leadership and supervision. If your employees need professional certifications, foreign language skills, updated computer and technology skills
Services for Individuals:
The Center for Workforce Development is committed to offering a variety of community education classes and programs designed to meet your needs from GED attainment to CISCO Certifications, or from one-day computer seminars to English as a second language classes.
Email: pgabreny@cscc.edu
Phone: (614) 287-5858 -
Workforce
Electrical Trades Center of Central Ohio
The Trades Center of Central Ohio provides quality education to individuals pursuing a career in the electrical field. The program implements both classroom and on the job training to supply students with the necessary knowledge and experience to be successful workers in their field.
Related classroom training provides a strong foundation in safety, construction theory, electrical theory, codes and systems. This education provides the apprentice with skills and knowledge to have a working understanding of all electrical systems. With the many rapid advances in technology, this course work furnishes a firm footing toward comprehending and mastering the myriad new systems, equipment and apparatus that continues to challenge today's electrician. The curriculum is rigorous and based on a national award winning program developed by our National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee. The technical academic calendar begins in September and concludes in May, summers are available for extended studies.
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Workforce
Edison Welding Institute
As a member-based organization, EWI provides applied research, manufacturing support, and strategic services to nearly over 1,200 member company locations worldwide. Several EWI member companies are world-leaders in their particular manufacturing sector, and for competitive purposes, request that their member status be held strictly confidential. This is a request that we dutifully honor at all times. Learn about becoming an EWI member.
Phone: (614) 688-5000 -
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IMPACT Community Action - The Employment Plus Program
An intensive work readiness certification program tailored specifically for customers who are disengaged from the workforce and need basic knowledge in order to return to entry level employment opportunities and beyond. Employers for placement of graduates are sought. Job Coaches develop employability plans along with the participant and collectively devise an action plan that becomes the blueprint for the path to employment, retention and promotion. The job coach works closely with the Employer Relations Manager in order to identify job placement opportunities.
Contact: Ms. Amber Scott
Phone: (614) 252-2799 -
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ColumbusHelpWanted.com
ColumbusHelpWanted.com is the easiest, most cost effective way to promote your job openings to local job seekers and find the perfect employee.
- It's Local - Job seekers are down the street, across town and in your area.
- It's Promoted - We have partnered with local radio and/or TV stations who promote ColumbusHelpWanted.com. Candidates hear our ads (often at work) and are driven to your job postings.
- It's Optimized - ColumbusHelpWanted.com is continuously optimized for Search Engines so get better visibility to your postings and more applicants.
- It's Valuable - we have several affordable options for placing ads, as low as $275.00 for 30 days for a single posting.
- We're Flexible - Post and manage your job postings online, or work with our account team and we can place your ads for you. You have unlimited words to describe your company, your position and the ideal candidate.
Phone: 800-365-8630 Ext. 0247 -
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Defense Finance and Accounting Services
A DFAS career offers you an opportunity to work in an award winning organization and to serve our Nation and those who defend it worldwide.
In addition to the featured DFAS careers, there are many other opportunities typically found in large accounting organizations. All of these functions have a direct impact on the mission and welfare of the U.S. Warfighter.
DFAS is a great place to build your career and be rewarded for your efforts; Those chosen to serve with DFAS receive competitive compensation, full comprehensive federal benefits, flexible work life balance, opportunities to further their education, certification, promotion potential, and professional growth.
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Groovejob.com
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Top 100 Niche Job Sites
Job search website.
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O*NET Online
Developed under the US Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), the O*NET program is the nation's primary source of occupational information. Central to the project is the O*NET database, containing information on hundreds of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors. The database, which is available to the public at no cost, is continually updated by surveying a broad range of workers from each occupation. Information from this database forms the heart of O*NET OnLine, an interactive application for exploring and searching occupations. The database also provides the basis for our Career Exploration Tools, a set of valuable assessment instruments for workers and students looking to find or change careers.
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Central Ohio Diversity Consortium
Excellent resource for employers who want to launch or enhance their diversity and inclusion program
Vision
To be a nationally known organization with the intent to have a global impact. To serve as an authoritative resource in our field for individual leaders who drive diversity and inclusion programs in their organization. To serve as a resource for individuals who are supportive of creating diverse and inclusive environments. As well as serving as a model for others to replicate and an innovative catalyst for change.
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columbusinternships.com
ColumbusInternships.com connects college students with local employers offering internships to strengthen the Columbus business community.The
Columbus Chamber has created ColumbusInternships.com to facilitate connections between the incredible educational institutions and businesses within Columbus region.
Email: internships@columbus.org
Phone: (614) 221-1321 -
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liveworkplaycolumbus.com
Working with the human resource and recruitment community, the Columbus area Chamber has developed a comprehensive website to assist Columbus region employers in "selling" the region to prospective employees.
Phone: (614) 221-1321 -
Minority/Diversity
Non-Profit/Social Services
Workforce
Diversity Bridge
Diversity Bridge is an economic development initiative of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce, with support from the City of Columbus, Columbus State Community College, Nationwide, and Honda of America. The goal of this initiative is to create job opportunities and increase the wealth in the minority community. Diversity Bridge embraces strategies that will stimulate the creation and growth of minority owned businesses. In addition to minority racial/ethnic groups, Diversity Bridge programming also assists women and disadvantaged enterprises.
Email: info@diversitybridge.com
Phone: (614) 221.1321 -
Minority/Diversity
Non-Profit/Social Services
Workforce
Entrepreneurship
Central Ohio Minority Business Association
The Central Ohio Minority Business Association, founded in 1978, is celebrating 33 years of exemplary service to minority and small business in the Central Ohio area.
COMBA is committed to assisting small business with meeting the challenges of the global marketplace. COMBA has maintained strong strategic partnerships that:
• assists minority and small businesses in the delivery of services and programming to survive and prosper;
• encourage business development and expansion throughout the region;
• provides training, workshops and seminars on topics relevant to our clients and the growth of their enterprises.
Phone: (614) 252-8005 -
Minority/Diversity
Young Professionals
Workforce
Columbus Hispanic Professionals
Diversity, Networking, Professional, Social To empower Latino/Hispanic professionals of all ages and/or backgrounds. Our vision is an educated and active Hispanic group who serves as an inspiration & resource for the next generation of Latino leaders.
Contact: Nathan Farr
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Office of Extended Education, The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University Office of Extended Education provide academic contibuing education programs and relative services for adult learners. They also provide adademic advising services, conference management, and internship services.
Phone: (614) 292-8860 -
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Adult & Community Education-Columbus City Schools
For over 50 years, the Columbus City Schools Department of Adult and Community Education has been committed to providing programs for lifelong learning. Adult Workforce Education courses can be taken in health occupations, skilled trades, and computer applications.
For students entering Adult Workforce Education courses, the Customer Services office provides career counseling and short-term personal supportive services. Information, referral to community resources and long-term assistance are also available. Transitional services for currently enrolled full-time students include job search assistance, resume writing, interviewing skills training, general work ethics counseling, and other employability skills.
Phone: (614) 365-6000 -
Workforce
Columbus State Community College
Provides affordable education and training to Columbus Community
Email: information@cscc.edu
Phone: (614) 287-5353 -
Workforce
DeVry University Columbus
Bachelor's and masters programs in many business and technology related fields
Phone: (614) 253-7291 -
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On-the-Job Training (OJT)
Grants to reimburse organizations for the costs of training eligible new-hires
Email: NEG@jfs.ohio.gov -
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Adult & Continuing Education-Capital University
Providing adults alternative and effective learning experiences
Phone: (604) 236-6996 -
Workforce
Ohio Dominican University
LEAD Program- Learning Enhanced Adult Degree, designed for professionals
Phone: (614) 251-4500 -
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Indiana Wesleyan University
Continuing Education Programs and Online Degrees, plus conference services
Email: carson.castleman@indwes.edu
Phone: (800) 621-8667 x3605 -
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Otterbein University
Center for Continuing Studies-admission information and career counseling available
Email: grad@otterbein.edu
Phone: (614) 823-1356 -
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Franklin University-Continuing Education
Career development workshops and professional certificates
Phone: (877) 341-6300 (614) 797-4700 -
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Columbus College of Art & Design
Continuing education program
Phone: (614) 222-3248 -
Finance/Capital
Workforce
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneur
Many resources for entrepreneurs, including startup information, finance information, tech support, sales and marketing information, franchise information, HR information, business plans, etc.
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Entrepreneurship
Third Frontier
Ohio Department of Development, many different programs that support business attraction and development in Ohio's technology fields
Phone: (800) 848-1300 -
Sites + Buildings
Workforce
Entrepreneurship
Ohio InSite
Site selection tool designed to help find the best Ohio location to suit your business needs. Includes business/economic data, workforce, education and leading employers, incentives and tax reform, regional profiles, and industry profiles.
Phone: (614) 857-0900 ext. 231 -
Shipping/ Logistics
Sites + Buildings
Cost of Doing Business
Advocacy
Workforce
Entrepreneurship
Columbus 2020 Columbus Region
Economic development organization for 11 county region; provides all site consultant services including access to available properties.
Phone: (614) 225-6063 -
Shipping/ Logistics
Sites + Buildings
Non-Profit/Social Services
Export/Import Assistance
Workforce
Government Contacts
Entrepreneurship
The Columbus Region
The Columbus Region is guided by Columbus 2020, an aggressive economic development strategy.
Columbus 2020 is a bold, new, regional public-private partnership that will leverage Central Ohio´s research and academic institutions, diverse industries to position the State Capital to become the fastest growing economy in the country and one of the nation´s leaders in economic development.
Phone: (614) 225-6063 -
Shipping/ Logistics
Cost of Doing Business
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Ohio Manufacturer's Association
Membership-based organization committed to lowering the cost of business in Ohio and providing more manufacturing opportunities .
Email: oma@ohiomfg.com
Phone: (614) 224-5111 -
Sites + Buildings
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Entrepreneurship
Member Testimonial: Midwest Express Group
"The Chamber provides businesses and organizations opportunities to tap into valuable resources."- Steve Youll, senior staff administrator, human resources. Read More.
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Goodwill Columbus Barrier Breakers
Barrier Breakers is a diverse group of young professionals and students that have partnered with Goodwill Columbus to support their mission of empowering people with disabilities and other barriers. Contact: Kat Ellery, Kathleen.Ellery@gwcols.com
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Continuing Education
Adult education, continuing studies, law school
Email: smerryman@capital.edu -
Cost of Doing Business
Finance/Capital
Business Advancement
Workforce
USDA Rural Development - Business and Industry Guaranteed Loans
The B&I program provides loan guarantees for expansion and preservation of jobs in rural areas.
Who can apply? A borrower may be a cooperative organization, corporation, partnership, or other legal entity organized and operated on a profit or nonprofit basis
Criteria: Business and industrial acquisitions when the loan will keep the business from closing, prevent the loss of employment opportunities, or provide expanded job opportunities; Business conversion, enlargement, repair, modernization, or development; Purchase and development of land, easements, rights-of-way, buildings, or facilities; Purchase of equipment, leasehold improvements, machinery, supplies, or inventory.
Review and Approval: The total amount of agency loans to one borrower must not exceed $10 million. The administrator may, at the administrator discretion, grant an exception to the $10 million limit for loans of $25 million under certain circumstances. The Secretary may approve guaranteed loans in excess of $25 million, up to $40 million, for rural cooperative organizations that process value-added agricultural commodities.
Contact: USDA Rural Development at http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/recd_map.html
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Cost of Doing Business
Finance/Capital
Workforce
City of Columbus Business Development Fund (BDF)
City of Columbus Business Development Fund (BDF) offers up to $199,999 for real estate or equipment funding.
Boundaries: City of Columbus
Loan Amount: Up to $199,999 (limited funds available)
Interest Rate: Flexible
Loan Term: Up to 20 years
Private Investment: One to one ratio
Equity: Ten percent of total project cost
Collateral: Real estate
Purpose/Use of Loan: Acquisition/Equipment
Prevailing Wage: Yes
Job Creation: One job for every $30,000/One percent low-mod
Loan Committee: External
Relocation: Yes
Historic: Yes
Environmental: Yes
Contact: Community Capital Development Corp.
900 Michigan Ave. Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 645-6171
www.ccdcorp.org
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City of Columbus Working Capital Loan Program
Working capital, offered by the City of Columbus, offers $25,000 to $100,000 to help with inventory, wages and small equipment.
Boundaries: City of Columbus
Loan Amount: $25,000 - $100,000 (limited funds available)
Interest Rate: Flexible
Loan Term: Up to 5 years
Private Investment: NA
Equity: Ten percent of total project cost
Collateral: Business and personal assets
Purpose/Use of Loan: Inventory/wages/small equipment
Prevailing Wage: Yes
Job Creation: One job for every $30,000/51 percent low-mod
Loan Committee: External
Relocation: Yes
Historic: Yes
Environmental: Yes
Contact: Community Capital Development Corporation
900 Michigan Ave. Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 645.6171
www.ccdcorp.org
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Cost of Doing Business
Finance/Capital
Workforce
Child Day Care Microloan
A Child Day Care Microloan can be used to help fund between $500 and $25,000 in inventory, payroll, marketing expenses and small equipment for start-up or existing Ohio day care facilities.
Boundaries: OhioLoan Amount: $500 - $25,000 (limited funds available)
Interest Rate: Fixed rate of Prime+2
Loan Term: Up to 5 years
Private Investment: NA
Equity: Ten percent of total project cost
Collateral: Business and personal assets; real estate
Purpose/Use of Loan: Inventory/Payroll/Small Equipment/Marketing
Prevailing Wage: Yes (if construction involved)
Job Creation: NA
Loan Committee: Internal
Relocation: Yes
Historic: Yes
Environmental: Yes
Contact: Community Capital Development Corporation
900 Michigan Ave. Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 645.6171
www.ccdcorp.org
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Cost of Doing Business
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Workforce
Franklin County Growth Fund
The Franklin County Growth Fund provides flexible financing for up to $250,000 that can be used toward working capital and small equipment for Franklin County companies outside the city of Columbus.
Boundaries: Franklin County outside of the City of Columbus
Loan Amount: Up to $250,000 (limited funds available)
Interest Rate: Flexible
Loan Term: Up to 5 years
Private Investment: At least a 1 to 1 ratio
Equity: Ten percent of the total project cost
Collateral: Business and personal assets
Purpose/Use of Loan: Working capital/Small equipment
Prevailing Wage: NA
Job Creation: One job for every $30,000/51 percent low-mod
Loan Committee: External
Relocation: NA
Historic: NA
Environmental: Yes
Contact: Community Capital Development Corporation
900 Michigan Ave. Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 645.6171
www.ccdcorp.org
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Finance/Capital
Workforce
Grove City Town Center Loan Program
The City of Grove City has established a Town Center Loan Program (TLCP). The program is designed to stimulate job creation and revitalize under-utilized properties within a targeted area.
Boundaries: Town Center
Loan Amount: Up to $150,000
Interest Rate: 3 percent
Loan Term: Up to 20 years
Private Investment: At least a 1 to 1 ratio preferred
Equity: Ten percent of total project costCollateral: Real estate, business and personal assets
Purpose/Use of Loan: Real estate, equipment, working capital
Prevailing Wage: NA
Job Creation: Job creation must be demonstrated
Loan Committee: External
Relocation: No
Historic: No
Environmental: Yes, if real estate is involved
Contact: Community Capital Development Corporation
900 Michigan Ave. Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 645.6171
www.ccfcorp.org
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Workforce
TechColumbus Funding
Need funding for your early-stage technology opportunity? The Funds Management team at TechColumbus is focused on moving innovations from the idea stage to the investment stage with the long-term goal of netting measurable returns indicated by commercial success.
Phone: 614.487.3700 -
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TelHio Credit Union
There may come a time when you will need extra funds for a major business purchase. Telhio offers such business loans as commerical business and real estate loan, Small Business Association (SBA) 7a Loans, Small Business Association (SBA) 504 Loans, and business lines of credit.
Contact: Robert Myles
614-221-3233 ext. 8196
rmyles@telhio.org
Email: rmyles@telhio.org
Phone: 614-221-3233 ext. 8196 -
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EHE Employer Guide - Quick Start Resource
To Post a Job Step 1: Open the EHECareers web page: http://ehe.osu.edu/career-services
Step 2: Under the picture of the smiling people, click on Employer Login
Step 3: On the left side of the page, click on Log In
Step 4: Provide all the required information and hit Submit. (Note: if you are looking for our majors indicate CAREERS-OSU. If you want to expand your search to Arts & Sciences majors (liberal arts majors) you would indicate FutureLink.)
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Central Ohio Professional Education Council
The mission of Central Ohio Professional Education Council (COPEC) is to help improve the quality of life for Central Ohioans through adult workshops and educational seminars. Our goal is to provide a safe and ethical educational environment for organizations to make available to their members and employees. Call 614.799.8668
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Networking
Workforce
City of Columbus Toastmasters
The City of Columbus Toastmasters Club is a community club (open to the general public) meeting twice a month, on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Meeting in Olde Towne East and Clintonville, the club is sponsored and supported by the City of Columbus Human Resources Department. Toastmasters is designed to help business professionals at all levels improve their leadership and communication skills in a supportive, goal-oriented environment. Guests are always welcome to attend meetings to see what it's all about. Special educational events (open to the public) are hosted periodically throughout the year.
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Cost of Doing Business
Advocacy
Finance/Capital
Workforce
Entrepreneurship
TechColumbus
TechColumbus is the public-private partnership whose mission is to accelerate the advancement of Central Ohio’s innovation economy. It is distinguished by its comprehensive breadth of services, including membership, advocacy, venture acceleration and seed funding. Through its services and programming, TechColumbus supports the innovation initiatives of all companies within the region from the newest entrepreneurial startups to the Fortune 500 companies that call Central Ohio home.
Email: email@techcolumbus.org
Phone: (614) 487-3700 -
Workforce
HR-Guide.com
HR-Guide (started in January 1999) is a rapidly growing website containing hundreds of pages of information related to Human Resources.
Mission:
- Provide links to other websites in the HR field;
- Provide free web-based computer programs for HR professionals and students; and
- Provide guides to HR related topics
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OhioMeansJobs.com
Ohio Means Jobs is a job search engine created by Jobs of Ohio for both employers and job seekers. It gathered all job postings online in Ohio region, so that employers and job seekers can use this single site to search for jobs.
Email: omj-help-desk@jfs.ohio.gov
Phone: (888) 296-7541 -
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Central Ohio Workforce Investment Corporation
COWIC (Central Ohio Workforce Investment Corporation) is Central Ohio's one-stop employment services provider. Our mission is to meet the employment needs of businesses and job seekers to support economic development in Central Ohio. Our staff and partners are dedicated to meeting your employment needs.
COWIC has partnered with Franklin County Job and Family Services, the State of Ohio Job and Family Service, and the City of Columbus to provide assistance to all job seekers including, but not limited to: those who are moving from public assistance and those seeking their next job quickly when they have been dislocated from their current employer. Our primary focus is helping people to obtain, retain or upgrade employment while assisting employers to gain and maintain a qualified workforce.
Email: info@cowic.org
Phone: (614) 559-5052 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Jewish Family Services
Jewish Family Services helps individuals and families facing life's challenges.
Established in 1908, JFS became an independent autonomous agency in 1953. The agency serves people in the two most important aspects of their lives; family and work. We are the only agency in Franklin County, and one of only a half dozen Jewish Family Services nationally, which provides this unique blend of mental health and career services to create an effective combination of empowering tools for clients.
Jewish Family Services has continuously evolved to meet the challenges facing our community members. Whether it is counseling, outreach or career and workforce related assistance Jewish Family Services strives to be a Customer Focused, Quality Leader creating best practices and working to be a valued resource to our community.
Email: info@JFSColumbus.org
Phone: (614) 231-1890 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
HBCU Connect
We focus on serving the needs of our audience by providing a platform for networking, professional opportunities, educational opportunities and connections with the saavy organizations that are looking to hire from or brand themselves with this tight knit community... We are the best at what we do for several reasons, but mostly because we really CARE about those we serve and the future of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Phone: (877) 864-4446 -
Workforce
Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group
Scioto Ridge connects our members with other Scioto Ridge members who are in job transition who become part of their personal support group during this transitional phase of their lives. When you become a member of a local chapter of the Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group, you instantly become part of a thriving, positively focused and motivational organization. All members are dedicated to helping one another find jobs.
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Workforce
40 Plus of Central Ohio
40 Plus of Central Ohio is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 tax exempt, member operated, job search training organization for experienced professionals of all ages who are actively seeking better career opportunities. 40 Plus offers training classes, weekly speakers, networking opportunities, generous office space, weekly job circle meetings for additional support, an up-to-date job search library, and much more.
The strength and support of 40 Plus lies in its all volunteer membership of job seeking, dedicated professionals who serve the organization on committees and in leadership roles. Their purpose is to advance individual job searches as well as conduct the daily operations of 40 Plus.
Email: info@fortyplusoh.org
Phone: (614) 297-0040 -
Workforce
Human Resources Association of Central Ohio
- Promote HR best practices through monthly education meetings, professional development workshops and certification, member information exchange and recognition of outstanding contributions in the practice of HR.
- Inform members of HR current trends, legal and legislative issues and act as the voice of the HR professional community.
- Encourage responsible leadership through community outreach activities, partner with organizations and educational institutions to prepare youth for entering the workforce, and sponsor emerging HR leaders and student chapters.
- Inspire adherence to a professional code of ethics in the HR field.
Email: HRACO@HRACO.org
Phone: (614) 760-0400 -
Minority/Diversity
Young Professionals
Workforce
ALPFA Columbus
ALPFA is the largest Latino association for business professionals and students with chapters nationwide and over 15,000 members. ALPFA is dedicated to enhancing opportunities for Latinos and building leadership and career skills. ALPFA is a non-profit entity registered with the Internal Revenue Service. Membership is open to anyone who shares our values, vision, and mission.
ALPFA creates opportunities, adds value, builds relationships for its members, the community and its business partners while expanding Latino leadership in the global workforce.
Email: maribel@inhomewecare.com
Phone: (614) 257-6300 -
Workforce
talent rooster
With thousands of video interviews online, TalentRooster allows employers and job seekers to connect with one another on its video interview website through powerful, searchable video interviews.
On the TalentRooster video interview website, you can do a free search for video interviews. Take a look at some of the samples below to see what you'll find — candidates seeking jobs that are professional, polished and pre-screened!
Email: info@talentrooster.com
Phone: (614) 255-1372 -
Workforce
GET DOT
Social networking group for recruiting professionals
GetDot makes a huge difference in the lives of the children in our community by ensuring that each of our events supports a fantastic children’s charity. To date, our members have contributed thousands of dollars to support local children in our community. In addition, we have collected books, playground equipment and toys to help brighten the day for these needy children.
Contact: Scott Boles -- Co-founder
Email: sboles@sequent.biz -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Government Contacts
Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission
Recruitment, placement and retention services, training and technical assistance for persons with disabilities
Mission:
To ensure individuals with disabilities achieve quality employment, independence and disability determination outcomes through integrated services, partnerships and innovation.
Phone: (800) 589-5811 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Pearl Interactive Network
Our business is a social enterprise that delivers contact center services tapping a workforce of home based, skilled and talented agents nationwide. What makes us unique is the workforce we tap: disabled veterans, veterans, caregivers, military spouses, people with disabilities and people living in geographically challenged areas. We interact and network with clients, candidate referral sources and candidates.
We have access to over 28,000 candidate referral sources and a data warehouse containing over 450,000 veteran resumes. We can ramp up to staff contracts. Our goal is to provide outstanding service.
Phone: (614) 610-4801 x1003 -
Workforce
Columbusjobs.com
A partnership with Monster.com, users can post jobs and search resumes.
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Workforce
ColumbusHelpWanted.com
A website for employers post job descriptions to recruit local talent, and for job seekers to find job opportunities in Ohio area.
Phone: (800) 365-8630 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Wright Choice Consulting
Established in 2001, WrightChoice, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that serves educational institutions, business and non-profit communities by sourcing and developing under-represented talent. Our services focus on career and professional development, job readiness, internship placement, disability inclusion and diversity training.
Our mission is to prepare underrepresented talent with the resources needed to be successful and productive in the workplace. We are committed to balancing and diversifying the workforce through talent placement, professional training, and community engagement.
Phone: (614) 802-2364 -
Minority/Diversity
Non-Profit/Social Services
Workforce
Easter Seals workforce development
Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 90 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
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Non-Profit/Social Services
Workforce
Goodwill Columbus
Goodwill Columbus provides 1.2 million hours of service to its participants with disabilities and other barriers through training, job placement programs and work programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Email: tod.linton@gwcols.com -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
COVA (Center for Vocational Alternatives)
COVA serves more than 3,300 people each year, and more than 250 employers. We are Central Ohio’s leader in vocational rehabilitation services for people with mental illnesses and other disabilities that pose a barrier to employment. COVA provides a complete range of career development services, including:
- Career Development
- Benefits Consultation
- Services for Employers
We value and honor the dignity of everyone who enters our doors, and we provide a caring, understanding, stigma-free environment where people can explore their full potential and enhance their quality of life through the satisfaction that comes with doing meaningful work.
Contact: Barb Schmitzer
Email: bschmitzer@cova.org
Phone: (614) 294-7117 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
ARC Industries
ARC Industries, located in Franklin County Ohio provides adults with developmental disabilities access to employment opportunities and vocational training. The flexible and dedicated work staff at ARC Industries take pride in their quality work and in the dignity of meaningful employment.
ARC Industries offers business solutions to the industrial, retail and commercial markets.
ARC Industries employees perform work in four strategically located sheltered workshops. In addition, ARC provides supervised teams of workers to head out to business locations to fulfill janitorial services, and perform assembly, packaging, collating and light housekeeping.
Phone: (614) 475-7007 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Ohio Business Leadership Network
Helps build workplaces, marketplaces, and supply chains where people with disabilities are respected for their talents; and recognizes and supports best practices in the employment and advancement of people with disabilities; etc.
Email: Pamela.D.Carter@rsc.state.oh.us
Phone: (614) 438-1391 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Government Contacts
Ohio Governor's Council on People with Disabilities
Mission
To ensure individuals with disabilities achieve quality employment, independence and disability determination outcomes through integrated services, partnerships and innovation.
Objectives
Advise the Governor and General Assembly on Best Practices in Education affecting Ohioans with Disabilities.
Increase awareness and visibility of the GCPD Education Committee with the Ohio Department of Education by ensuring we are an effective resource for best practices.
Create and implement a tracking system for all YLF Delegates to ensure participants stay engaged in the Disability community.
Educate & empower parents of children with disabilities by reviewing best practices on topics such as, IEP planning, Transition, Bullying, and Employment.
Email: Pamela.D.Carter@rsc.state.oh.us
Phone: (614) 438-1392 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Veterans Employment Network connects businesses with returning vets/job seekers
The Department of Veterans Affairs serve as the foundation for the way individuals in an organization interact with each other and with people outside of the organization.
Email: (614) 257-5220
Phone: neal.eiber@va.gov -
Minority/Diversity
Non-Profit/Social Services
Workforce
Volunteers of America of Greater Ohio
Volunteers of America is one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive human services organizations.
It provides resources of employment & job training, automobile, affordable housing, treatment programs, community services. It also serves for veterans and youth and families.
Email: info@voago.org
Phone: (614) 253-6100 -
Workforce
Government Contacts
Ohio Department of Job & Family Services Veteran's Program
The primary function of the veterans program is to assist eligible veterans, including disabled veterans, campaign veterans, and other veterans and eligible persons in alleviating unemployment and underemployment. Policies and programs are implemented to increase opportunities for veterans to obtain employment, job training, intensive services and assistance in employment and training programs.
The department assures veterans are treated with courtesy and respect at all offices and that veterans are given priority of service in referrals to job openings and other services.
Email: John.McClure@jfs.ohio.gov
Phone: (614) 573-4001 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Mature Services
Mature Staffing Systems provides 5 programs and job placement assistance to senior workers and retirees in the Central Ohio area.
D. Bruce Mansfield Center is committed to eliminating barriers to recovery for middle-age and older adults who have problems with alcohol or other drugs.
Employment & Training Solutions works to train, inspire and empower mature job seekers whose many talents may otherwise be lost to the marketplace.
Homecare & Supportive Services provide support to older adults and adults with disabilities to assist them in remaining independent in their own homes.
Mature Staffing Systems was developed to place mature workers in temporary, temp- to-hire, long-term and direct placements.
Nutrition Program prepares and serves nutritious meals to seniors and adults with disabilities in the Summit County area.
Contact: Linda M. Valentine -- President & CEO
Email: lvalentine@matureservices.org
Phone: (330) 253-4597 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
Employment for Seniors
Employment For Seniors (EFS), a private nonprofit organization founded in 1972, was created as a grass roots effort to increase resources for those older citizens who were seeking employment opportunities. It has been supported, in large part, by contributions from businesses, individuals and foundations. Over time the organization has served thousands of individuals, as well as the aging community at large, through its employment assistance, job referrals, training programs and advocacy. Forty years ago, EFS was revolutionary in providing employment assistance to mature job seekers; today our dynamic, critical services continue to supply the resources needed in a changing economic climate.
Email: info@employseniors.org
Phone: (614) 863-1219 -
Minority/Diversity
Workforce
The Women's Book
The Women’s Book is a woman-owned publishing company that keeps you connected to what's happening for and by women.
Our goal is to contribute to social and economic growth by meeting the information needs of women in business and those who support their individual and collective success.
Our print publications will featuring profiles of local inspiring women, provide career advice, event recaps, resource spotlights, and style tips for women in business. We also use newsletters and social media to connect readers with the latest news and event. We organize events to connect readers with women leaders and community resources.
Phone: (614) 678-8008