OSHA and PERRP Severe Injury Reporting
OSHA and PERRP Severe Injury Reporting Did you know that both private companies and public entities in Ohio are required to report certain severe injuries to OSHA or PERRP? In the event you are unaware, OSHA enforces safety in the private sector and PERRP enforces safety in the public sectorClick here to read more.
Identifying and reporting suspected claim fraud
Identifying and reporting suspected claim fraud The word “fraud” carries a heavy connotation with it and making a fraud referral to the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation can feel a bit overwhelming. What should you do if you suspect that a fraudulent claim has been filed against you? The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation has an entire division devoted to analyzing and investigating fraud concerns. The Special Investigations Department was created in 1994 with the sole purpose of reviewing potential fraud in
Coffee & Conversations
Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite breakfast beverage and join us for Coffee & Conversations! Coffee & Conversations is a relaxed virtual meeting where we will discuss the featured topic. Meetings will be on Zoom and will be live on the Greater Hamilton Chamber Facebook page. Register to receive the meeting link.All Coffee & Conversations are archived on our Facebook page and our YouTube Channel. You can review, share or watch at a later date. Facebook: Greater Hamilton
The Overlooked Home Maintenance Checklist That Can Save You Thousands
The Overlooked Home Maintenance Checklist That Can Save You Thousands Home maintenance is easier when small problems are handled early. As a homeowner myself, I know how easy it is to overlook home maintenance, especially when you are not sure what to look for. Small issues often do not seem urgent at first, but they can turn into costly problems over time. This checklist highlights common maintenance tasks that can help protect your home and prevent larger repairs.Dryer Vent Cleaning:Most people clean
Workplace Stress
Workplace Stress Stress is a growing concern across many industries because it can affect not only workers’ well-being but also safety and productivity in the workplace. It affects employees in a number of ways including their mental and physical health, staying focused on the job at hand and maintaining awareness of their surroundings. Whether stress comes from our personal life or from work, we need to be able to understand what causes stress and how to minimize or eliminate it. Let’s discuss some of
Coffee & Conversations with Jamie Bierman, HR Elements
Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite breakfast beverage and join us for Coffee & Conversations, featuring Jamie Bierman, HR Elements.The workplace is changing faster than ever, and even well-intentioned business owners can find themselves in trouble if they miss key updates or make common HR missteps. In this session, we’ll explore the top HR compliance changes coming in 2026 and the most frequent mistakes that cost small businesses time, money, and talents.Key Takeaways from HR Landmines in 2025 1.
Greater Hamilton Chamber Letter to Congressman Warren Davidson
Greater Hamilton Chamber letter to Congressman Warren Davidson Regarding: ICE Quotas and support of more humane enforcementREAD the letter here.
Service Animals, The ADA and Your Business
Service Animals, The ADA And Your Business There have been some questions regarding service animals entering local businesses and restaurants. These Federal Guidelines were updated in 2024 and what you thought in the past may have changed. Generally, businesses and non-profits that are open to the public as well as state/local governments must allow service animals to go most places where the public can go. This is true even if they have a “no pets” policy.READ MORE....
Starting and Growing Your Minority Business
Development supports the growth and sustainability of small, minority, and disadvantaged businesses in Ohio. Supporting these businesses means providing them with technical and professional assistance, access to capital and bonding, and connection to business opportunities through the Minority Business Assistance Centers (MBAC). The Division leverages these resources to support achievement of the state's 15% Minority Business Enterprise set-aside requirement.Click Here for more.
Alternate Funding Options Through the Chamber and Our Partners
The Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce has partnered with several companies to provide additional funding resources to service our members and area businesses. These are alternative funding options to meet the changing needs of your business. We may be able to help your business. The Chamber has applications for all the loan programs on hand and will submit the application for your business. For more information contact: Dan Bates at 513-454-5066. The following are the funding
Need Fiber Broadband Internet Service for Your Business?
Need Fiber Broadband Internet Service for Your Business? Hamilton Connects Connecting our businesses through reliable. local, community owned broadband services. Click here! for more information!
