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 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
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
EACC Welcomes New Member Squire Patton Boggs
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Squire Patton Boggs. Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm. The firm provides insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. Their multidisciplinary team of over 1,500 lawyers in 47 offices across 20 countries provides access to expertise and invaluable connections on the ground to support your European-American business endeavors. It is a seamless
EACC Welcomes New Member DOPAG US
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member DOPAG (US) Ltd. DOPAG is one of the world’s most experienced manufacturers of high-quality metering technology. Wherever adhesives, resins, silicones or lubricants are metered and applied in industrial production, DOPAG offers reliable, precise solutions. The company provides systems and components for highly automated production processes, including for the automotive, wind, household appliances and electrical industries, as well as for
EACC Welcomes New Member Vaco Cincinnati LLC
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Vaco Cincinnati LLC. Vaco provides boutique level service with global reach in the areas of executive search, consulting, permanent placement, and strategic staffing. While industry agnostic, Vaco’s areas of expertise include accounting, finance, technology, healthcare IT, operations, administration and international managed services. Vaco has become a premier talent & solutions firm by attracting, developing and retaining the strongest players in the
Two EACC Member Companies Receive Ohio Success Awards
The EACC would like to congratulate member companies Deceuninck North America and General Tool Company on their recent Ohio Sucess Awards.Ohio Business magazine, which presents the awards, notes "the Ohio Success Awards recognizes the accomplishments of companies that have demonstrated growth in revenue and employees, as well as having demonstrated involvement in their community and service in their industry; nonprofits that have made a significant impact upon the communities they serve; governmental
EACC Welcomes New Member The Angus Group
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member The Angus Group. The Angus Group provides executive search, recruitment, and talent acquisition solutions to help clients meet the people needs of business. Based in Cincinnati, the firm works with small privately held companies, Fortune 500 corporations, private equity groups and non-profit entities. Talented people are the foundation of every successful organization and The Angus Group helps identify, assess, recruit, and retain the exceptional leaders of
EACC Welcomes New Member Xavier University
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Xavier University. Xavier was founded in Cincinnati nearly two centuries ago. As a community of professional educators firmly grounded in Jesuit tradition and values, Xavier prepares students for an exciting but increasingly complex world by always striving to be better. With over 7,000 total students, including nearly 5,000 undergraduates, choosing from over 90 majors, 60 minors, 40 master’s and three doctoral programs, Xavier stands out for its challenging
EACC Welcomes New Member RCSN Leadership Services
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member RCSN Leadership Services. RCSN was founded in 2004 by Paul Wehner, Senior Partner at RCSN Executive Search, offering one primary service, Executive Search and Recruiting. As RCSN grew and expanded its Client base, it became clear Clients were interested in two other Leadership Services, Coaching and Mentoring and Leadership Consulting. Paul responded to that need by asking Donna Chrobot Mason, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director, UC
EACC Welcomes New Member LION Group
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member LION Group Inc.LION makes the gear emergency service providers, civilian responders and militaries need to stay safe in the line of duty. The company got its start at the end of the 19th century as a dry goods store in Dayton, Ohio. By 1941, it had received a commendation from Army Air Force Commanding General “Hap” Arnold, saluting the company for “outstanding services rendered to your government” after supplying the Army Air Force with electrically heated
EACC Welcomes New Member Corporate Finance Associates
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Corporate Finance Associates (CFA). CFA, founded in 1956 and headquartered in Los Angeles, is one of North America’s oldest and most prominent investment banking firms serving middle-market companies, both private and small-cap public. It has closed over 3000 transactions in its six decade plus history and has over 80 professionals operating out of 31 offices across the United States, Europe, and India. Three of those offices located in Ohio, Kentucky,
EACC Board of Directors Holds First Quarter 2019 Meeting
The EACC Board of Directors held its first meeting under the leadership of new Board President Yannick Schilly on Thursday, January 24, 2019. After welcoming new board members (and acknowleding a few departures), the Board approved the minutes from the November 15, 2018 Annual General Meeting. The Board received a brief update on EACC finances, and deferred action on approving the 2019 EACC Budget pending a recommendation from the Finance and Executive Committees. The Board heard a report from VEGA
EACC Welcomes New Member Visconti Real Estate LLC
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Visconti Real Estate LLC. Visconti Real Estate LLC is a Greater Cincinnati real estate boutique broker who truly cares about all their clients' needs and their real estate goals. Visconti Real Estate is family owned and operated, celebrating 20 years in the Real Estate and Relocation Industry focusing on relocating transferees who are new to the area. Visconti Real Estate's specialized services include assisting buyers and sellers, executive leasing for
EACC Member Thompson Hine Releases U.S. Trade Overview Presentation Reviewing 2018
One of the lessons we learned from our recent Voice of the Customer Study was that members expect us to focus on trade, commerce, and trends in European-American businesses and relationships. With that in mind, look for more information and resources on these topics from EACC members (and beyond) in future editions of the EACC Newsbrief, starting with the below… Last week, EACC member Thompson Hine released a slide presentation providing an overview of the most significant trade actions taken by the
Inaugural One-Question Survey Results (December 11, 2018)
Last week, I sent the inaugural “One Question Survey” to all representatives from EACC member companies. (If you did not receive yours, check your junk mail or spam filters; sometimes these mass e-mails get blocked by corporate e-mail servers.) The initiative was suggested to me by Susan Morgan, a long-time friend of the EACC and founder and President of Solutions Unlimited, a marketing and sales promotion company. And it’s a great (if only partial) response to concerns that we heard in our recent Voice
Vega Americas to Sponsor 2019 Stammtisch Series
The European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cincinnati (EACC) is happy to report that VEGA Americas – a global leader in the field of process instrumentation – will be the sponsor for the 2019 Stammtisch series. “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 Managing Director John Kronenberger. “Supporting the Stammtisch is our way of giving back and encouraging more companies
Beaujolais Nouveau Survey Results
Last week we ran a survey to get feedback from those who attended the Beaujolais Nouveau Premiere on November 15. We only got 12 responses (just under 10 percent of attendees), so the results are not definitive, but still instructive. I wanted to share them with you as we start thinking about next year’s event. Not surprisingly, word of mouth continues to be the best way to get people interested in attending events. Only three of 12 respondents said they’d learned of the event through our weekly
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
2018 Beaujolais Nouveau Recap
What a night! Over 130 people braved the elements to join the French American Business Alliance (FABA) and the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cincinnati to taste "the first wine of the harvest," the famed Beaujolais Nouveau. Following opening remarks by Board President Doug Moormann, Celebrity Auctioneer Jack Keegan of Miami University's wine tasting course offered the traditional toast: "le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé!" Guests were delighted with four different wines: Beaujolais
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
EACC Welcomes President's Circle Member Altix Consulting
The EACC is delighted to welcome President's Circle member Altix Consulting Inc. Altix Consulting Inc. is a global management consulting firm that provides tailor-made management, engineering and technology solutions to help companies navigate increasingly complex environments. Co-founders Yannick Schilly, formerly COO of Festo North America, and Anne Cappel, Co-founder and past Executive Director of the European American Chamber of Commerce, joined their passions and global networks to deliver expertise
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EACC Members to Take Part in National Manufacturing Day
National Manufacturing Day takes place on October 5 this year (or on a designated day in October). This initiative of the Manufacturing Institute and the National Association of Manufacturers is intended to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. The EACC is working with our friends at Partners for a Competitive Workforce to promote National Manufacturing Day/Month in October, and specifically, we are delighted to showcase the National Manufacturing Day events that will be held by EACC member
EACC Welcomes New Member American Thermal Instruments/Microtek Laboratories
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member American Thermal Instruments/Microtek Laboratories. American Thermal Instruments and Microtek Laboratories are sister companies that manufacture solutions to both manage and monitor temperature. ATI provides the proper temperature monitoring solution for every application. ATI manufactures both color-changing and electronic solutions that can be used at the product, box, pallet or truck level to guarantee consumer/patient safety and protect the brand.
EACC Welcomes New Member First Financial Bank
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member First Financial Bank. Founded in 1863, First Financial Bank is a regional community bank with 150 branch locations spanning Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois. First Financial Bank provides the scope of services offered by larger regional and national banks, but maintains a community bank model with local decision-making and high-touch customer service. First Financial Bank operates under this model because it allows the Bank to be efficient to meet the
EACC Welcomes New Member RKCA - Capital Advisors & Investment Bankers
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member RKCA - Capital Advisors and Investment Bankers. RKCA is a leading Cincinnati capital advisory firm, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, recapitalization financing and distressed advisory. A registered broker-dealer since 1986, RKCA provides investment banking services to middle-market companies and their owners across a variety of industries. To learn more, please visit www.rkca.com.
EACC Welcomes New Member Mauer USA
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Mauer USA. Kutterer Mauer AG stands for a wide range of standard caps and customized system solutions as well as for high quality and expertise in re-development and mold building. Customers can benefit from their decades of experience in the field of injection molding and in the development of new, customized overall concepts. Worldwide, and at any time, Kutterer Mauer offers innovative full service from one source with the goal to be a leader in the
LOGOMAT automation systems, Inc. Announces Alex Thompson as US Sales Manager
EACC member LOGOMAT automation systems, Inc. recently announced Alex Thompson as its US Sales Manager. Please find LOGOMAT's formal company announcement below. LOGOMAT automation systems, Inc. is pleased to announce that Alex Thompson has been internally promoted to our US Sales Manager. He started at LOGOMAT following his graduation from the University of Kentucky and has gained great experience as part of our sales team over the last 2 years. His deep technical background combined with his strong
EACC Welcomes New Member Lifetime Financial Growth, LLC
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Lifetime Financial Growth, LLC. Lifetime Financial Growth, LLC (LFG) is a privately-held wealth management firm. LFG is a community of 300 advisors, currently serving 60,000 clients, managing $4 billion of their assets, with local office presence in 13 cities and 6 states. The firm provides investment and insurance based solutions to corporations, associations, and individuals. While many people think about financial advising as a series of calculations,
EACC Welcomes New Member PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Partner member PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC). PwC’s accounting practice originated in London well over a century ago. As times changed and PwC expanded worldwide, the firm's commitment to clients never wavered. Clients are supported by a global network of more than 236,000 people in 158 countries. PwC’s professional services include audit and assurance, tax and consulting that cover such areas as cybersecurity and privacy, human resources, deals and forensics. PwC
EACC Welcomes New Member Butler Tech
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Butler Tech. Butler Tech is one of the largest career technical schools in Ohio. Its passionate educators are on a shared mission of transforming lives to make students career-ready and college-prepared. Butler Tech's teachers serve more than 16,000 students daily on Butler Tech’s five campuses and in classrooms within its 10 associate school districts. Butler Tech also serves adult students with programs in healthcare, industry, public safety, commercial
EACC Welcomes New Member The Rudolf
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member The Rudolf. The Rudolf, based in Tampere, Finland, is a nimble Smart Sales Tool with a different user logic than CRM. It is made specifically for sales professionals who are not satisfied working with their current sales tools. Instead of focusing on lead generation and forecasting, The Rudolf analyzes tangible actions and their outcomes, giving users visibility of what is happening in their sales channels. In other words, with The
EACC Welcomes New Member Advanced Ground Systems Engineering
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Advanced Ground Systems Engineering (AGSE). AGSE/WESTMONT is a world leader in design and manufacturing of ground support equipment (GSE). A broad range of OEM licensed engine transportation and handling equipment as well as Boeing, GE and SNECMA (CFM) licensed tooling and aircraft maintenance access stands. The company's GSE products are renowned for their durability and ease of maintenance. Products & Services: Engine stands, Aircraft tow bars, Engine
Run Improve Grow In Action Tour
Hopefully you have heard by now that the EACC is putting a renewed focus on Talent and Workforce Development, and we’ve identified three “lines of action” to follow:Celebrate EACC members who are making a difference in Talent and Workforce DevelopmentConnect EACC members to resources that support Talent and Workforce DevelopmentAdvocate for positive changes in attitude toward careers in ManufacturingIn the Celebrate column, EACC Member company VEGA Americas has worked with EACC President’s Circle Member
EACC Welcomes New Member Peter Cremer North America
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Peter Cremer North America. Peter Cremer North America coordinates manufacturing, sourcing, storage, processing, packaging, shipping, and delivery of oleochemicals. The organization was established in 1999 as part of the Cremer Group, which is based out of Hamburg, Germany. The company offers a depth of expertise, equal to a wide range of oleochemical offerings: fatty alcohols, fatty acids, esters, glycerin, and care products. To learn more about Peter
EACC Members Named to U.S. News–Best Lawyers 2018 ''Best Law Firms'' List
EACC members Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, Frost Brown Todd LLC, Graydon Head & Ritchey LLP, Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, Thompson Hine LLP and Wood Herron & Evans LLP were recently named to U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers' 2018 "Best Law Firms" list. Among their honors, all firms received national and/or regional tier one rankings in various practice areas. Firms included in the 2018 "Best Law Firms" list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from
EACC Welcomes New Member General Tool Company
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member General Tool Company. General Tool Company is an award winning supplier of mission critical hardware and systems to Aerospace and Defense manufacturers. Customers include Fortune 500 companies such as GE, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, Electric Boat, General Dynamics, Lockheed-Martin, Northrop-Grumman, Raytheon, SpaceX and other leading companies. The company is especially proud that, today, many of its parts are used on the newest Aircraft carriers, radar
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EACC Behind the Scenes: Attending the Fearless Frontline Leader Awards 2017
Last Thursday night, Todd and I had the pleasure of attending the Fearless Frontline Leader Award celebration sponsored by EACC President’s Circle member Definity Partners. The event, first held in 2014 and hosted at Great American Ballpark, was an opportunity to celebrate and recognize frontline leaders in manufacturing that are the backbone of the industry (see video below). In fact, did you know that 80% of the manufacturing workforce reports to a frontline leader? Over the course of the
Cincinnati State Launches Manufacturing Process Technology Training Program
The Workforce Development Center at Cincinnati State has launched a new training program focused on Manufacturing Process Technology. TheChemical Operator Skills Training program begins its first series of classes for the year on September 14. As you can see from the attached flyer, this program will equip students to join the fast growing world of chemical and process manufacturing and provide a focused traning to accelerate the onboarding of new employees. The chemicals industry is vital to our region –
WOW Air: New International Carrier at CVG
CINCINNATI, OH — WOW air, Iceland’s low-cost transatlantic airline, is announcing new international flight services from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Europe via Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in Iceland.Service from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky will be available four days a week. Flights to Keflavik International Airport are available from $99* one-way including taxes. Fares to WOW air’s additional locations from Cincinnati, such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin,
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EACC Welcomes New Member Solutions Unlimited Marketing and Sales Promotion Company
The EACC is pleased to welcome new EACC member Solutions Unlimited Marketing and Sales Promotion Company. This Cincinnati firm was founded in 1996, and is well known to the EACC as the designer of our European Investment Map. They help clients meet their sales and marketing goals through smart marketing services delivered professionally, promptly and cost-effectively. As a virtual agency (no employees so no overhead) owner Susan Morgan quickly assembles a select team of seasoned professionals for each
Nominations for the Fearless Frontline Leader Award Now Open
Since 2014, EACC President's Circle member Definity Partners has been honoring frontline leaders who fuel the manufacturing industry through the Fearless Frontline Leader Award. The award recognizes the day-to-day contributions of frontline leaders across the US who power the manufacturing industry, with 80% of the industry's workforce reporting to a frontline leader. Candidates are nominated by colleagues who have witnessed their integrity and consistent impact first-hand. Selection criteria focuses on
FORCAM Hosts Office Inauguration Celebration
EACC member FORCAM, Inc. has moved its office to 4030 Smith Road in Cincinnati. To celebrate the new office location, the EACC was delighted to join FORCAM Founder & CEO Franz Gruber and members of the FORCAM team for their office inauguration celebration on Friday, July 7. Featured in the photo to the right (from left to right): John Mack, Director of Business Development and Government Affairs, FORCAM, Inc.; Franz Gruber, Founder & CEO, FORCAM; Todd Schwartz, Executive Director, EACC; Dayna O'Brien,
