ABOUT US
Welcome!
Welcome to GreaterFindlayInc. and the Northwest Ohio region!
GreaterFindlayInc. is a unique combination of the best practices and focused efforts of our community’s traditional Chamber of Commerce and economic development partners including the Findlay•Hancock County Community Development Foundation, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, and our private and public partners.
In fact, GFI is the centerpiece for private-public cooperation, a value that sets our community apart from all others. Bound by that cooperative spirit, the Greater Findlay region enjoys a tremendous quality of life, abundant job opportunities, unparalleled educational resources and a commitment to high-quality, low cost healthcare for our citizens.
Whether you’re here for a visit or for a lifetime, do take the time to see why the Greater Findlay area is the star of Northwest Ohio. To find out more about the Greater Findlay area, contact GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313, or e-mail us at info@greaterfindlayinc.com.
It’s great having you here!
Douglas S. Peters, IOM, CCEO-AP
President and CEO
Mission:
Helping the Greater Findlay region to grow and prosper
Vision:
We will have…
Financial resources to achieve goals, diverse revenue sources
Job Ready Sites in Greater Findlay
Member Retention rate in the top 10% of the nation
Talented and dedicated Team Members
The best public/private partnership in Ohio
We will be…
Recognized as one o the best growth micropolitan community in the US
Center for technology acceleration in the state
Respected and valued as a business advocate and partner
The undisputed economic development leader in the region
We will do…
Create a small business development center – Center for Entrepreneurship
Aggressively market the community
Create a center of commerce and tourism
Values:
Integrity - The character to be trustworthy and honest and the competence to deliver on our commitments.
Exceed Expectations - Exceed stakeholders (clients, members, team members, Board members) expectation in everything we do today and in the future.
Focused - Staying on task and achieve the goals we set. The courage to say “no” when appropriate.
Innovation & Creativity - Being creative and inventive to solve problems and develop solutions to meet the needs of our stakeholders. Think outside the box and buck conventional wisdom.
Positive & Fun - An environment that is fun and where the team members exhibit enthusiasm and motivation for their career.