EACC Welcomes New Member Scanreco
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member Scanreco US, Inc. For nearly four decades, Scanreco has empowered companies of all sizes to boost safety and efficiency while driving down operating costs. Through the thoughtful design and manufacture of rugged radio remote-control systems, Scanreco allows operators of mission-critical heavy machinery to work smarter. From ergonomic, hand-held remotes to larger, intuitive control packs with full color screens and multiple joysticks, Scanreco’s line of
City of Blue Ash Economic Development Director to Retire
Joe Dehner is one of the founders (and a Board Member Emeritus) of the EACC in addition to his day job as an attorney with Frost Brown Todd LLC. We asked Joe to reflect on the career of former EACC Board Member Neil Hensley, who will retire from his position as Economic Development Director for the City of Blue Ash on April 1. Be sure to join us at our April 20 Coffee & Commerce at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason as Neil recounts his career as "Greater Cincinnati's economic development
University of Cincinnati Launching New Industry 4.0/5.0 Institute
Most of our readers are familiar with Industry 4.0 -- the ‘fourth industrial revolution’ which is integrating information and communications technology into every aspect of industrial production and which is transforming every aspect of manufacturing operations. We may be less familiar with Industry 5.0, which brings human elements to the center of Industry 4.0 efforts including ethical and legal questions; physical and mental health; and issues like Human/Robot Collaboration and even Human/Machine
University of Cincinnati Launching Industry 4.0/5.0 Institute
Most EACC members are familiar with the term “Industry 4.0” -- shorthand for the “fourth industrial revolution.” Like any true revolution, the impact and the second- and third-order effects are far-reaching and unpredictable. What are the legal, economic, ethical and even psychological implications of this upheaval, which is accelerating at a pace that has many experts already addressing “Industry 5.0”? The University of Cincinnati’s new Industry 4.0/5.0 Institute will be an interdisciplinary environment
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EACC Welcomes New Member JobsOhio
The EACC is delighted to welcome Consul memberJobsOhio. JobsOhio is Ohio's private economic development corporation and as such it focuses on business attraction, expansion, and retention in the state. JobsOhio focuses on 10 private economic sectors and utilizes four strategies to drive economic development: Sites, Talent, Innovation, and Inclusion. In its first decade of existence, JobsOhio and its partners completed over 500 international projects involving $10B in capital invested and 30,000+
EACC Welcomes New Member Rödl & Partner | VL
The EACC is delighted to welcome Ambassador member Rödl & Partner | VL. To better serve the region’s leading foreign owned companies, VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm, a regional accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Ft. Wright, Kentucky, and Rödl & Partner, a global professional services firm based in Germany, established a joint venture. Known as Rödl & Partner | VL, the combination of global reach, interdisciplinary approach, and focus on foreign owned mid-sized companies, primarily manufacturers
EACC Welcomes New Member Gavioli Consulting LLC
EACC is delighted to welcome Consul Member Gavioli Consulting. Read from Giuseppe Gavioli below: My experience I spent 38 years in the capital goods industry, innovating and developing products, merging and optimizing international organizations, and re-engineering processes. I have two master's degrees: one in physics and another in business economics. Six years ago, I decided to alter direction, sharing my passion by helping others. I'm now a business mentor, providing management consultancy and
EACC Welcomes New Member Guerbet
The EACC is delighted to welcome Consul member Guerbet. Guerbet builds lasting relationships so that it enables people to live better. The Company is a leader in medical imaging worldwide, offering a wide range of pharmaceutical products, medical devices, digital and AI solutions for diagnostic and interventional imaging. A pioneer since 95 years in the field of contrast media with over 2,600 people globally, Guerbet is continuously innovating with 10% of revenue dedicated to Research & Development and
EACC Member Miller-Valentine Group Helps Fourth Graders Build Connections to Future Career Paths
I recently learned about this partnership between EACC member Miller-Valentine Group and Adopt A Class (AAC), which is generating great benefits for both the firm and our community. When I discovered that over a dozen other EACC members work with AAC (including manufacturers like Givaudan and VEGA Americas, I knew this was a story we had to share. Be sure also to see these videos (from MVG CEO Elizabeth Mangan, a member of the AAC Board, and this one featuring EACC Board Member and MVG CFO Mike Dektas) to
EACC Member Spotlight: TyTek Industries - Design & Contract Manufacturing Serving Global Brands
By Susan Morgan Last week’s EACC Newsletter included our Member Spotlight on TyTek Medical – as promised, this week we include Part 2 on the TyTek Group, TyTek Industries. TyTek Industries was founded in 2001 when Chris Tyler, after several required relocations globally, decided to put down permanent roots in Cincinnati. He wanted the stability for his family and had grown quite fond of the Queen City. Leveraging his worldwide contacts he was able to launch the company quickly and within a few months
EACC Member Spotlight: TyTek Medical Takes Saving Lives to the Next Level
By Susan Morgan Many business owners are satisfied to operate just one company; dealing with all the trials and tribulations that come with business ownership. Many owners grow by adding related businesses, serving the same industry. Chris Tyler, President of the TyTek Group, on the other hand, understands the core benefits of operating multiple, unrelated businesses. This diversification strategy has served the TyTek Group well over the years… and continues to do so as we emerge from the pandemic. And
VEGA Americas Sponsors 2021 Stammtisch Series
For the third year in a row, VEGA Americas – a global leader in the field of process instrumentation – will sponsor the Stammtisch series of the European American Chamber of Commerce Greater Cincinnati (EACC) in 2021. Stammtisch (a German word meaning ‘regulars’ table’) is a German tradition of friends and colleagues gathering regularly for conversation and fellowship, and the EACC’s Stammtisch brings together friends and colleagues from across the European and American business community to build and
EACC Welcomes New Member Sibcy Cline Relocation Services
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Sibcy Cline Relocation Services. Sibcy Cline Relocation Services (SCRS) goes well beyond the standard real estate transaction. The company's core focus in corporate relocation is to assist companies of any size with every aspect of their employee mobility program. SCRS is in its fifth decade of service working as a certified woman owned, Relocation Quality Certified, full service third-party Relocation Management Company (RMC). SCRS is regionally located in
EACC Welcomes New Member Blum-Novotest, Inc.
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member Blum-Novotest, Inc. Blum-Novotest, Inc., is a fully owned subsidiary of Blum-Novotest GmbH, a leader in cutting edge measurement and testing technology, with more than 50 years of experience as a supplier for the worldwide machine tool, automotive and aircraft industries. A family-run company, Blum-Novotest has an international network of sales and service subsidiaries. As the North American subsidiary, Blum-Novotest, Inc. is responsible for
EACC Welcomes New Member Thomas More University
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Thomas More University. The accelerated and graduate programs at Thomas More University are specifically designed to meet the needs of people with busy lives. The schedule makes it efficient, affordable, and convenient. Earn your degree at a highly regarded university in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area while working full time, part-time, or caring for your family. Thomas More University is a small, relaxed, and welcoming university with a BIG
VV Just Italian Special Offer for EACC Members
Living in such unprecedented times has brought much change to our lives, yet our desire to show gratitude and care to those around us remains the same, if not greater than ever. Travel and restaurant dining may be on hold- but VV Just Italian can transport everyone to Italy through food. VV Just Italian brings Italian food back to its roots by focusing on flavor and better for you, real food ingredients. Quality over quantity. Clean over processed. Whether it be to say thank you or send holiday
EACC Welcomes New Member Spectrum Reach
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Partner member Spectrum Reach. Please see below to learn more about Spectrum Reach and the services they offer. We’re Spectrum Reach—your friendly neighborhood advertising experts. We harness the power of TV advertising for your business and offer one-stop shop marketing solutions, so you have access to every tool your business needs to grow. We're here to help businesses of all sizes grow through the power of TV, data, advertising innovation, community experts, and
EACC Welcomes New Member VV Just Italian
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member VV Just Italian. VV Just Italian is an Italian food manufacturer and importer located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Established In 1970, Vigne Vecchie was born from a dream to transport everyone to Italy through food. This dream gathers the aspirations and emotions of their Italian grandparents, artists, artisans, and poets to help you truly experience their world through the authentic flavors of Italy. The company's products are produced with high
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Filip Geeraert
Long time friend and supporter of the EACC Filip Geeraert is retiring from his role as President & CEO of Deceuninck North America; we asked Anne Cappel and Joe Dehner to comment on Filip's role in building the organization.By Anne Cappel July 1st 2020, long time EACC member, past Board Member and Board President, Filip Geeraert is retiring from EACC member company Deceuninck. Since the first year of EACC Cincinnati in 2007, Filip has been an avid supporter of the EACC, passionately and enthusiastically
EACC Welcome Returning Member Flottweg Separation Technology, Inc.
The EACC is delighted to welcome returning Partner member Flottweg Separation Technology, Inc. Based in Vilsbiburg, Germany, Flottweg has been developing and producing decanter centrifuges, separators, belt presses and systems. In many industrial areas, they handle key functions in the clarification of liquids, the separation of liquid mixtures, and concentrating and dewatering. Flottweg supplies to many industries, including food, chemical, water, and brewing industries. Locally, Rhinegeist Brewery
EACC Welcomes New Member West Chester Township
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member West Chester Township. West Chester’s vitality, amenities and convenient location between Cincinnati and Dayton, in southwest Ohio, have made it one of the region’s most desirable communities for residential and commercial growth. Businesses staking their claim here enjoy a business-friendly attitude in a no-earnings tax environment with excellent access to customers and workforce. As a leading edge community, West Chester values and invests in exceptional
EACC Welcomes Returning Member Givaudan
The EACC is delighted to welcome returning Partner member Givaudan. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the firm was founded in 1895 as a perfumery by Leon and Xavier Givaudan. Since then the firm has grown to become one of the world’s leading flavor and fragrance companies, enhancing the scent and taste experiences for countless products – from fashion fragrances to personal care products, and in nearly every kind of food and beverage product you can imagine. Givaudan has over 180 operations around the
EACC Welcomes New Member Prysmian Group
The EACC is delighted to welcome Sustaining Partner member Prysmian Group. Prysmian Group North America is headquartered in Highland Heights, Kentucky, and operates 25 plants across North America focused on the telecom and energy markets. The company’s mission is to provide customers with superior cable solutions based on state-of-the-art technology and consistent excellence in execution, ultimately delivering sustainable growth and profit. Prysmian Group has its roots in Pirelli all the way back in
EACC Member Spotlight: Deufol North America
By Susan Morgan Some, maybe even many, EACC members will be able to relate to this spotlight’s topic: “Sometimes bad things happen to good (really good) companies.” But the topic is more than just about the “bad”, it’s about how a company can regroup and move forward which demonstrates the organization’s stability and resilience overall. Here’s the story: Deufol North America, founded in 1979, is an operating division of Deufol SE with headquarters in Wallau, Germany. It currently has 91 locations (53
EACC Welcomes New Member bedra, Inc.
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member bedra, Inc. bedra, Inc. is the Cincinnati-based subsidiary of Berkenhoff GmbH. bedra is a leading global manufacturer of innovative, high-tech, precision wires used in spark erosion, welding, and brazing applications. Their wires are also used in the production of electronic and specialty products, such as bandolier pins, toothbrushes, and medical equipment. At the company's German locations in Heuchelheim and Herborn, the company produces
EACC Welcomes Returning Member Huntington National Bank
The EACC is delighted to welcome returning Partner member Huntington National Bank. Huntington is a full-service banking provider primarily operating across a seven-state banking franchise of Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Huntington's “Welcome” philosophy centers around deep relationship-building capabilities to best meet each customer’s specific needs. The Bank serves its customers through a banking network of over 800 full-service branches, including 12
VEGA Americas to Sponsor 2020 Stammtisch Series
The European American Chamber of Commerce Greater Cincinnati (EACC) is delighted to announce VEGA Americas – a global leader in the field of process instrumentation – as the returning sponsor of the Stammtisch series in 2020. “VEGA Americas has gained significant benefits from its EACC membership, and in particular from the relationships fostered at the EACC’s Stammtisch,” said VEGA Americas Co-CEO John Kronenberger. “Supporting the Stammtisch is our way of giving back and encouraging more companies to
EACC Welcomes New Member Oswald Company
The EACC is to delighted welcome Partner member the Oswald Company, Inc. Founded in 1991 by Kenneth Oswald, the Oswald Company, Inc. creates great places to work, live, shop and play, building state-of-the-art facilities. Oswald specializes in offering clients comprehensive, integrated development and construction solutions specifically tailored to their needs. Oswald strives to challenge the traditional methods of construction by developing innovative ways to approach projects. Through its dedication to
EACC Member Spotlight: Murrplastik Systems, Inc.
By Susan Morgan We have all heard of companies that didn’t, or wouldn’t, change with the times … and suffered the consequences (think Blockbuster Video, Blackberry Motion or Kodak) as well as those who did see the “writing on the wall” and made the necessary adjustments and thrived (such as Amazon, Nokia – which started out making rubber boots - and Apple). Today’s Member Spotlight is about a German-based company that made the radical changes needed for continued growth not just once, but twice! The
EACC Welcomes New Member Modula Inc.
The EACC is delighted to welcome Sustaining Partner member Modula Inc. Modula is one of the leading manufacturers of automated vertical storage solutions, designed to optimize space and improve picking and storage operations in any industrial sector or environment. The Vertical Lift Module (VLM) utilizes the full ceiling height of a facility thus maximizing the storage potential. Items are stored in units up to 46' high, in a safe, secure environment and automatically delivered to the operator, avoiding
EACC Member Spotlight: Heinrichs USA
BySusan Morgan Too often we see family-owned and operated businesses, especially when transitioned from the original founding parent to the next generation, falter, and sadly fail for different reasons. Maybe the children don’t have the same work ethics or drive. Or they just aren’t that interested. I was absolutely delighted to learn that is NOT THE CASE when it comes to Heinrichs USA. As their website says, they truly are “A healthy, family-run, medium-sized business”. A little background … Heinrichs
EACC Welcomes New Member FC Cincinnati
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Partner member FC Cincinnati. FC Cincinnati is an American professional soccer club based in Cincinnati, Ohio that plays in the Eastern Conference of Major League Soccer (MLS). The team succeeded the USL team of the same name and was announced on May 29, 2018, when MLS awarded an expansion franchise to Cincinnati. The team began MLS play on March 2, 2019 with its first match against Seattle Sounders FC. The club's ownership group is led by Carl H. Lindner III with Jeff
EACC Welcomes New Member Luxottica
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Luxottica. Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. Its portfolio includes proprietary brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Vogue Eyewear, Persol, Oliver Peoples and Alain Mikli, as well as licensed brands including Giorgio Armani, Burberry, Bulgari, Chanel, Coach, Dolce&Gabbana, Ferrari, Michael Kors, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Valentino and Versace. To learn more, please
EACC Welcomes New Member Oswald Companies/Taylor Oswald
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Oswald Companies/Taylor Oswald. Founded in 1893, Cleveland-based, and employee-owned, Oswald is one of the nation’s largest independent insurance brokerage and risk management firms. As a proud Partner of Assurex Global, the world’s largest association of privately held insurance brokers, their risk management professionals service and support the needs of clients worldwide. Through Oswald's
EACC & University of Cincinnati Partner to Host Industry 4.0 Roundtable
One message we heard from members in our 2018 ‘Voice of the Customer’ study was that members wanted more opportunities to connect with peers in meaningful ways and to participate in more substantive programming. On September 11, top executives from Michelman, Bonfiglioli, Perfetti Van Melle, Pilot Chemical and Festo (along with Board President Yannick Schilly and Treasurer Chris Flaig) worked together to provide their thoughts and input to faculty and staff from the University of Cincinnati (UC) and three
Murrplastik Systems Hosts EACC Global Intern
Murrplastik Systems is a German-based company that manufactures and sells cable management products – from marking and labeling systems to cable drag chains, conduits and fittings and now robotic ‘dresspacks’ – basically a wiring harness that makes the robot functional. The company has a sales and distribution office in Milford, Ohio, and recently hosted their first EACC “Global Intern” Sebastian Häbich. Dayna and I visited Murrplastik as Sebastian’s tenure was ending to better understand the value of the
EACC Member Spotlight: ABM DRIVES INC.
By Susan Morgan What do the words "German engineering" bring to your mind? Do you, as many do, immediately think high-quality? Reliability? Accuracy? Here is what I found when I searched that term online: Germany’s prowess in engineering is indisputable … they are world leaders in their field, renowned for their dedication to precision, function and power. Over the years, they have maintained their reputation as a top exporter of machinery and industrial equipment.* In the case of German-based ABM
EACC Welcomes New Member Siemens Corporation
The EACC is delighted to welcome Sustaining Partner member Siemens Corporation. Siemens Corporation is a U.S. subsidiary of Siemens AG, a global powerhouse focusing on the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization. For more than 170 years, the name Siemens has been synonymous with internationality and worldwide presence with around 377,000 employees in more than 200 countries. Locally, Siemens Norwood, Ohio induction motor plant has been making world class induction motors for over 120 years
EACC Member Spotlight: E-Beam Services, Inc.
By Susan Morgan After spending some time out at E-BEAM’s facility in Lebanon, Ohio I concluded that their tagline - Our Customers Make Great Products - fits them like a glove. With E-BEAM’s help, their customers make a wide variety of products that we all need and use everyday. From helping to provide electricity and hot water to consumers, to keeping cars running safely, and providing sterile medical devices and pharmaceuticals to patients in need across the globe - the E-BEAM team are what I like to call
EACC Welcomes New Member BKD CPAs & Advisors
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member BKD CPAs & Advisors. BKD, founded in 1923, is a national CPA and advisory firm that helps clients reach their goals. The firm's expertise goes well beyond the standard accounting services to include risk management, technology, wealth management and forensic and valuation services. BKD clients represent a wide range of industries, and BKD is part of an alliance of firms that gives it a global reach. BKD is committed to helping clients compete successfully
Behind the Scenes: April 2019
The Board of Directors of the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater CIncinnati met for its regular quarterly meeting on Thursday, April 25. After welcomes and introductions, the board reviewed and approved the minutes for its January 24 meeting. In accordance with Article III (A)(vi) of the EACC Code of Regulations, the Board appointed Cierra Clymer of REDI Cincinnati and Chris Flaig of MCM CPAs to serve on the board for the remainder of 2019. The Board also received a report from the Finance
Behind the Scenes: November 2018
"Behind the Scenes" is our monthly effort to give our members and friends some insight to what and how the EACC operates beyond just our numerous activities and programs. We'd love your feedback!From Executive Director Todd Schwartz Next month I plan to look back over 2018 and provide a recap of some of our accomplishments, but for this month I want to share with you some of the projects and activities I have in mind for 2019 and beyond. Note that none of this is written in stone; lots of factors will
Annual General Meeting; New EACC Board and Officers
As required by our Code of Regulations, the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greter Cincinnati held its Annual General Meeting in the Julep Room at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza on Thursday, November 15 (just before the Beaujolais Nouveau Première). After approving minutes for the October 25 Board meeting, attendees turned their attention to the primary agenda items, the elections of new directors and officers. Directors are elected for one year terms and officers for two year terrms, all
2018 October Behind The Scenes
The EACC Board of Directors met at the Offices of Frost Brown Todd on October 25. Board President opened the meeting with thanks to Frost Brown Todd for hosting us and congratulating EACC Operations Manager Dayna O'Brien on the recent birth of her baby. He introduced Cheryl Dixon-Smith as EACC Interim Operations Staff through the end of 2018. He also welcomed Jenni Larkins, VP for Finance at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, who will be joining the Board of Directors for 2019. Moormann noted that the
EACC Welcomes New Member Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, a nonprofit academic medical center established in 1883, is one of the oldest and most distinguished pediatric hospitals in the United States. Cincinnati Children's offers comprehensive clinical services, from treatments for rare and complex conditions to well-child care. In the 2018-19 U.S. News & World Report survey of best children’s hospitals, Cincinnati
