Marion Women in Engineering
Despite a growing number of women entering STEM fields, only around 15% of today’s engineers are women. How can we provide young women with …
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Why Marion, Ohio?
Marion is prospering. There are support mechanisms in place for new businesses who choose to relocate here. Everyone is interested in helping businesses that come to town succeed.”
Rick Fox, General Manager, POET
Your Hub for Business
Located only an hour from the state capital, Marion, Ohio is a community designed for industry leaders and their employees. The region is known for its accessibility through transportation, education and workforce development. As America’s Workforce Development Capital®, there is synergy between local schools and companies as students are trained to match the skills needed by area employers.
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Marion Area Workforce Acceleration Collaborative Reinforces Marion’s Claim as America’s Workforce Development Capital®
According to The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job changes are very common early in a person’s working years. While data is still being collected, …
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Marion CAN DO! Positioned for 2022 and Beyond
by Gus Comstock If you’re reading this article, you’ve arrived at our new website—Welcome. I invite you to explore each page to learn why Marion, …
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Looking to lease a new warehouse space? This 2.86-acre lot has rail access on two sides of the building and a large gravel lot that's perfect for additional parking.
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Mary and John Brodman of Wyandot County were hard workers who dreamed of their children going to college. Now, their family is honoring them by establishing a scholarship for Wyandot County students at @MarionTech.
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Scholarship opens doors for Wyandot County students at Marion Tech
“This is a great way to honor our grandparents and keep their values alive,"said Fairy Wagner of the new May L. and John I Brodman scholarship.
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It’s time for @OhioStateFSR! 🌽🧑🌾🚜 Farm Science Review gives Ohio farmers and agricultural professionals the opportunity to learn about the latest ag technologies and hear from industry experts.
View the schedule of events here: https://bit.ly/3Lg152S
This summer, @MarionTech and @OSUMarion came together to host the Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp—a program designed to give educators insight into the manufacturing field and help bring relevant curriculum to students. ⚙️
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Marion Tech and Ohio State Marion team up to promote manufacturing education
Marion Tech, Ohio State Marion and Ashland University invited 25 teachers and school counselors to participate in a "Teacher Manufacturing Boot Camp."
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September 11 is a day we will never forget. We honor the brave first responders and those who lost their lives on this day 21 years ago.
#DYK September is National #WorkforceDevelopment Month? 🧑🍳🧑🏫👷
The Marion Area Workforce Acceleration Collaborative plays a crucial role in making Marion America’s Workforce Development Capital®.
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Marion Area Workforce Acceleration Collaborative Reinforces Marion's Claim as America’s Workforce Development Capital® | Marion CAN DO! - Marion, Ohio
According to The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job changes are very common early in a person’s working ye...
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Marion’s workforce keeps our community running—so today, we say thank you. Happy #LaborDay from our team to yours!
Research shows that companies that foster an inclusive culture operate at a higher performance level than those that don’t. Leaders in manufacturing are taking notice—and seeing real results themselves.
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For Manufacturers, A Key To Culture And Inclusion Could Come From An Unlikely Place: Literature
As much as manufacturing leans into technology, one proven way to improve an organization's culture and therefore st...
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Trends within the last three years have forced businesses to take another look at their supply chain approach. Looking to bolster your supply chain? Partner with minority- and women-owned businesses!
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The Multiplier Effect: How Supplier Diversity Pays
Minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) represent enormous untapped opportunities.
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Rising costs have been tough on most Americans, including Ohio’s farmers. Luckily, the state still has $1 billion in funding available through the Ag-LINK program.
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$1 billion in loans still available for agricultural funding in Ohio
Rates of individual loans will be set by financial institutions — eligible banks, credit unions and farm credit le...
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A commitment to alternative energy is a commitment to Marion’s future. ☀️💡 Read more about Marion County’s alternative energy agreement with @SavionLLC and its perks in @TheMarionStar:
Marion County Commissioners approve agreement with solar energy company
The agreement requires Marion County Solar Project LLC to make a $700,000 payment in lieu taxes annually to the county and other tax districts.
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The Forge Business Classes & Competition at @MarionTech begin Tuesday, August 23 and run through October 11. This program is the perfect opportunity for those looking to start or grow a small business!
Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3bZtAF0