Oregon Economic Development Foundation

10/02/2026

10/01/2026

A quick reminder that ticket sales close October 8th!

Organizations interested in reserving a table of 8 will receive custom etched bourbon glasses for their guests, but table registrations must be completed by Friday, October 2nd to meet production deadlines.

We hope you’ll join us for an evening of networking, premium bourbon, ci**rs, and great company.

Register here https://embchamber.org/event-6798094 or email [email protected] to get set up!

We’re looking forward to welcoming our business community to the Chamber Social: Bourbon & Cigar Edition on October 15th at Maumee Bay Lodge.

A quick reminder that ticket sales close October 8th!

Organizations interested in reserving a table of 8 will receive custom etched bourbon glasses for their guests, but table registrations must be completed by Friday, October 2nd to meet production deadlines.

We hope you’ll join us for an evening of networking, premium bourbon, ci**rs, and great company.

Register here https://embchamber.org/event-6798094 or email [email protected] to get set up!

10/01/2026

A little progress update from Oregon Town Center 👀🏗️

It’s one thing to talk about development — it’s another to watch it take shape.

Sharing a few recent photos of the Town Center project as construction continues and this area keeps coming to life. New housing, new investment and continued growth right here in Oregon.

A big thank you to Logan Segaard with DGL Consulting Engineers, one of our OEDF investors, for getting out there and capturing these photos for us. Logan plans to head back out once construction is complete, so we’ll be able to share the finished project too.

Progress looks pretty good from here. 👏

10/01/2026

Such a great morning at the Central Midwest Carpenters Union Career Open House. 🛠️

More than 1,100 students came through today to get a hands-on look at the skilled trades and learn what it actually takes to build our city — from the people doing the work every single day.

Even better getting to see so many of our OEDF investors there, investing their time in the next generation and showing students the opportunities that exist right here in our region.

There’s something pretty cool about watching students connect the buildings, roads, plants and projects they see every day with the careers and people behind them.

1,100+ students. A whole lot of opportunity. And maybe a few future tradespeople finding their path today. 👏

09/29/2026

Toledo to host national rail conference focused on Midwest passenger rail >> https://www.13abc.com/2026/09/29/toledo-host-national-rail-conference-focused-midwest-passenger-rail/

09/24/2026

A great morning with our OEDF investors! 👏

A huge thank you to Lee Daher and the Central Midwest Carpenters Union for hosting us and putting together such a great event this morning. Lee has been an incredible supporter of OEDF, and I’m so grateful for everything he continues to do for our organization and our region.

It was great bringing everyone together to talk about workforce development, skilled trades, and the projects shaping Northwest Ohio — and, of course, getting some good networking in over breakfast.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning, and especially to Lee and his team for the hospitality! 💚

09/17/2026

OEDF is pleased to welcome Ed Harmon, owner of Spartan Logistics, as our new Interim Board President!

This transition follows Craig Albers, President of Mercy St. Charles Hospital, stepping down after nine years of dedicated service on the OEDF Board and nearly a year serving as Board President.

We are incredibly grateful to Craig for the time, leadership, and commitment he has given to OEDF and our community over the years.

As Ed steps into the interim role, we look forward to continuing OEDF’s work supporting economic development, strengthening our business community, and creating new opportunities throughout Oregon and the surrounding region.

Please join us in thanking Craig for his many years of service and welcoming Ed to his new role!

09/14/2026

This is what community looks like. 🇺🇸❤️ So proud to support Operation Outfit and see so many local businesses, organizations and community members show up for our veterans. An incredible day for an even better cause!