Oregon Economic Development Foundation

04/14/2026

04/13/2026

Big thanks to Chief Clayton O’Brien for being the first to commit to the dunk tank at our June 18 Summer Mixer at Maumee Bay State Park.

Now we need four more community leaders to step in.

The goal is real impact for our veterans—supporting things like meals, pantry access, mobility ramps, and getting people where they need to go.

If you’re in, reach out. Let’s make it count.

Hosted by the Oregon Economic Development Foundation, a 501(c)(6) organization. Contributions support veteran-focused community initiatives and are not tax-deductible charitable donations.

04/13/2026

As part of their reciprocal membership with OEDF, we partnered with FilmToledo to invest directly in our future workforce—our students.

In collaboration with Oregon City Schools, we worked with seniors at Clay High School to provide professional headshots—giving them a real, tangible tool as they step into the workforce.

This effort was supported through the Business Advisory Committee, where I’m proud to serve alongside an A-team of business leaders who genuinely show up, invest their time, and care about these students and their futures.

At OEDF, we believe preparation matters. Having a strong headshot, a solid resume, and understanding how to navigate platforms like LinkedIn isn’t extra—it’s essential. It’s how you show up. It’s how you compete. And we want our students ready.

This is exactly why collaboration is key in economic development. When partners across our region come together with purpose, the impact grows—and that’s how our region wins.

To learn more about FilmToledo: https://filmtoledo.com/

📸: Doug Hinebaugh

04/13/2026

A sincere thank you to Mannik & Smith Group for their support of the OEDF 2026 Annual Meeting.

We’re proud to partner with a firm that continues to play a key role in shaping infrastructure, development, and long-term growth across our region. Their work doesn’t just impact projects—it helps move communities forward.

Support like this is what brings leaders together, strengthens partnerships, and creates the kind of collaboration that drives real economic development.

We appreciate your continued investment in OEDF and in the future of our community.

04/12/2026

A huge thank you to Danny’s Café for hosting our OEDF 2026 Annual Meeting networking reception.

And a special thank you to owner Brad Morrison for his support and partnership.

Spaces like this matter. After the meeting ends, the real work continues—connections, conversations, and partnerships that move our community forward.

We’re grateful for local businesses like Danny’s that step up, open their doors, and make it happen.

04/11/2026

Proud to drop off laptop cases for students at Oregon City Schools yesterday.

Grateful to be part of the Business Advisory Committee and support the next generation.

We love OCS. 💚

04/11/2026

A big thank you to Jeffers Crane for their support of the OEDF 2026 Annual Meeting.

Partnerships like this matter. The work happening across Northwest Ohio doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built by companies willing to invest, show up, and be part of something bigger than themselves.

We’re proud to work alongside teams like Jeffers who are helping build the infrastructure and momentum our region depends on.

This is what real economic development looks like.

04/10/2026

Help me welcome Cathy Miller and Destination Toledo as our newest OEDF Community Partner 🤝

Cathy serves as Partnership Development Manager at Destination Toledo, and I’m excited to have her energy and leadership aligned with what we’re building across our region.

At OEDF, we believe real economic development starts with collaboration. Partnerships like this don’t just look good on paper—they drive visibility, tourism, and growth for Northwest Ohio.

Proud to have Destination Toledo in our network and looking forward to what we build together.

04/10/2026

The list of partners behind this initiative keeps growing—and that’s exactly how we make something this big happen.

Every company stepping in, every name added, every commitment made is helping us build one of the largest veteran-focused fundraisers in Lucas County.

Save the date – June 18, 2026
Maumee Bay State Park | 12–5 PM

This is more than a summer event. It’s a community coming together to support the men and women who risked everything for us.

If you want to be part of this—reach out and join us.

Let’s make an impact that actually matters 🇺🇸

04/10/2026

Huge thank you to Dennis Alvarez and Max Air Inflatables LLC. for bringing the fun to our OEDF Summer Mixer – America 250 Celebration 🇺🇸

From the dunk tank to axe throwing, yard pong, and an obstacle course—this is the kind of energy that turns an event into an experience.

But more importantly, it’s what helps us build something bigger:
👉 one of the largest veteran-focused fundraisers in Lucas County.

This doesn’t happen without people who step up, invest, and believe in what we’re building. Dennis didn’t just show up—he’s helping us create something our entire community can be proud of.

If you’re planning a summer event—book him. Seriously.

📧 Dennis Alvarez
DennisAlvarez64@gmail.com

Whether it’s a corporate event, community festival, or private party—he’s bringing the setup that people actually remember.

It truly takes a community—and we’re grateful to have him building this with us.

04/09/2026

OEDF was proud to be represented at NORED’s 2026 Annual Meeting alongside many of the business and community leaders helping shape Northwest Ohio’s future.

A clear theme throughout the day was the importance of collaboration in driving successful economic development—something we prioritize every day through our partnerships and investor network.

Thank you to NORED for bringing together a strong group focused on moving our region forward.

Congratulations to PJ on receiving the Flame Award from Rudolph Libbe—well deserved recognition.