Economic organizations to host financing roundtable

FREMONT — Five area economic development organizations are set to host a 'creative' financing roundtable for local businesses. The Greater Sandusky Partnership, Huron County Growth Partnership, Ottawa County Improvement Corporation, Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation, and Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership are hosting the event. The roundtable is scheduled for 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Neeley Center, 2830 Napoleon Road. According to a press release, local business owners can learn "valuable information on creative financing for expansion and relocation projects." The event will kick off with a welcome from Beth Hannam of the Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation, followed by an introduction from Eric Wobser of the Greater Sandusky Partnership. Rob McCarthy from Bricker Graydon, the event's featured speaker" will discuss advantages and opportunities in leveraging port authorities in the state. Local business owners can also gain insights from a panel discussion about cross-country collaboration. Voices from Ottawa and Erie Counties will share their experiences and insights on the process for a collaborative project utilizing the Capital Lease Program from Erie County Port Authority. "I would strongly encourage any business owner or manager who is even considering expanding in the nextfive years to attend this roundtable," said Aaron Montz, President of the Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership(TSEP) in a press release. "Port Authorities can oftentimes provide lower interest loans than the standard market and in many cases save significant dollars on new construction and remodel projects." Interested individuals can register by emailing Kyleigh Lash at communications@sanduskycountyedc.org.