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At the Impact Ohio 2019 Toledo Regional Conference, attendees will hear from three panels of experts on issues important to the Toledo area. The first policy session of the day, Improving Childhood Experiences to Improve Communities, will begin at 9:15 AM. A panel of experts will discuss the importance of children’s health, education, and early…

Impact Ohio is excited to announce that Governor Mike DeWine will be speaking at the 2019 Toledo Regional Conference on Thursday, March 14 at 10:15 a.m. at the Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel. On November 6, 2018, Mike DeWine was elected to serve as the 70th Governor of the State of Ohio. Governor DeWine has had a long…

Impact Ohio is excited to announce that Ohio’s 49th Treasurer of State, Robert Sprague, will be in attendance and speaking at the 2019 Toledo Regional Conference on Thursday, March 14 at 9:00 a.m. at the Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel. Robert Sprague currently serves as Ohio’s  Treasurer of State where he oversees the state’s investment and…

The 133rd General Assembly is underway, and both chambers have announced their leadership teams and committee assignments. Senate Leadership President: Larry Obhof President Pro Tempore: Bob Peterson Majority Floor Leader: Matt Huffman Majority Whip: Jay Hottinger Minority Leader: Kenny Yuko Assistant Minority Leader: Cecil Thomas Minority Whip: Sean O’Brien Assistant Minority Whip: Sandra Williams Senate…

Toxic algae blooms and pollution in Lake Erie have posed threats to Northern Ohio’s drinking water and communities for decades. In recent years, the City of Toledo has issued “Do Not Drink” warnings to prevent locals from exposure to waterborne algal toxins like Microcystin that can permeate water treatment systems. Algal blooms in the Western…

Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted will oversee the creation of InnovateOhio under the DeWine administration. This newly created state agency is tasked with bringing companies and jobs to Ohio through technological developments. InnovateOhio’s goal is to improve government efficiency and customer service in the public sector.  Husted hopes that this program will streamline government processes and…

Blockchain was a topic of discussion at the 2018 Impact Ohio Post Election Conference. As Ohio paves the way for blockchain and cryptocurrency, it is important we understand the potential impact on the economy. The underlying technology behind Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies is known as blockchain. Blockchain technology goes far beyond cryptocurrency and can be…

Mike DeWine has entered his new role as Ohio’s 70th Governor with plans to improve the lives of all Ohioans. To do this, he has selected leaders, experts, and public servants from across the state to help him deliver his vision. Jon Husted will serve as Lt. Governor and oversee InnovateOhio, a new program designed…

Our nation’s infrastructure is at risk. Earning a D+ in the 2017 Infrastructure Report Card, very little progress has been made towards restoring America’s failing infrastructure. Ohio’s ability to adequately maintain its failing infrastructure has been called into question as well. Nearly 7% of Ohio’s bridges have been deemed structurally deficient. Driving on deteriorating roads…

On January 14, Attorney General Mike DeWine will swear in as the 70th Governor of Ohio. DeWine has made it clear that childhood health and education will be an immediate priority when the new administration transitions into office. The Governor-Elect’s initiatives are outlined through his “Opportunity for Every Ohio Kid” proposal, which emphasizes the importance…