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Business Journals
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Journals
Columbus-based Pins Mechanical Co. to open in KC's West Bottoms
Columbus-based Pins Mechanical Co. will be an anchor tenant in a Kansas City development. Pictured is its location in Austin.
Axios
24-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
How Ohio's business leaders are transforming education
Today's students need more than a high school diploma. They need clear pathways to good jobs, living wages and long-term success. Why it's important: The country's long-term prosperity and success depends on an education system that meets the needs of both students and employers. Okay, but: Right now, too many students fall through the cracks — academically, financially or through a lack of opportunity. 🔎 Zoom in: Ohio Excels is setting a national example by helping ensure Ohio's education and workforce systems work together to prepare every learner for the demands of the future. The goals: to improve lives, strengthen communities and make Ohio more competitive in a fast-changing global economy. The background: The Columbus-based organization was founded in 2018 by the state's leading business organizations to bring a credible, coordinated, and nonpartisan business voice to education and workforce policy. Ohio Excels delivers results by combining data, partnerships and policy expertise. JPMorganChase has worked closely with Ohio Excels and other organizations to help break down barriers to opportunity and advance an economy that works for all. For example, the firm employs more than 18,000 Central Ohioans, making it one of the largest private employers in the state. The challenges: Ohio Excels launched an initiative called "Reality Check" to provide a clear picture of where Ohio students are — and where they need support. It highlights urgent gaps in student outcomes, including: 36% of third graders — more than 43,000 students annually — aren't proficient in reading. 44% of algebra I students — nearly 59,000 kids each year — aren't meeting grade-level expectations. Only 18% of seventh through 12th grade students are enrolled in career-technical education despite the surging demand for skilled labor. 25.6% of students miss more than 20 days of school annually. Only 52% of seniors completed the FAFSA, leaving behind $120 million in federal aid. The metrics are helping Ohio Excels tackle these challenges head-on through targeted reforms, coalition-building, research and regional systems change. Some examples: Working with policymakers, educators and business leaders, some of Ohio Excels' recent wins include… Creating a career-connected learning roadmap, developed with 15+ statewide partners and packed with bipartisan recommendations to expand pathways and work-based learning. Co-hosting the Annual Aim Hire Workforce and Education Conference with the Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation to strengthen Ohio's talent pipeline and align education with workforce needs. Launching the state's first business-led coalition focused on preparing students for an AI-driven future. Supporting state budget reforms to reverse declining reading proficiency and help ensure Ohio's students are set up for success Here's what else: Ohio Excels is advancing this work regionally through its coordination of the Columbus New Skills Ready Network (NSRN), funded by a $7 million grant from JPMorganChase. This coalition of business, education, workforce and policy leaders aims to give young people real-world work experiences and help them access high-wage, in-demand jobs in IT, health care and beyond. The impact: Since its launch in 2020, Columbus NSRN reports that it has helped… Increase applications for Columbus City Schools' Technical Education programs by 29.8%. Engage 75+ businesses to offer students more work-based learning opportunities that align with education and workforce needs. Leverage community partnerships to grow access to IT and health care career pathways — with a 117% rise in participation among economically disadvantaged students in the past three years. Expand IT curriculum into middle schools, helping students prepare earlier for in-demand careers. Take note: Ohio Excels says its secret to success is building unlikely coalitions across the ideological spectrum between business leaders, educators, policy advocates and organizations — including JPMorganChase. "Ohio Excels has united groups that don't often share the same table — such as charter school advocates, urban school districts, conservative think tanks, labor organizations and major employers," the organization said. The takeaway: Taking a collaborative, nonpartisan approach has helped turn shared goals into lasting systems changes that benefit all Ohio students.
Business Wire
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Apollon Wealth Management Expands into Ohio with the Addition of Chornyak & Associates
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apollon Wealth Management, LLC ('Apollon') announced today that Chornyak & Associates, a Columbus-based financial planning firm, will join its growing national organization. This addition marks Apollon's expansion into Ohio and deepens its presence in the Midwest. For over 45 years, the Chornyak & Associates team has dedicated its practice to delivering thoughtful, relationship-driven, financial planning, wealth management, tax & estate planning. The team, led by Joseph A. Chornyak, Sr., CFP ®, includes 14 experienced professionals dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate life's financial decisions with clarity and care. Client assets will primarily be held in custody with Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions. 'Chornyak & Associates has built its business on trust, relationships, and sound planning,' said Michael Dolberg, Founding Partner and CEO of Apollon Wealth Management. 'They are a strong cultural fit, and we're excited to welcome them into the Apollon family.' 'We're excited to join a firm that values independence and client service as much as we do,' Chornyak said. 'Working with Apollon allows us to keep our focus on what matters most: our clients, while accessing a broader set of resources and support.' Apollon Wealth Management, LLC and its advisory affiliate Apollon Financial, collectively manage more than $9.5 billion in client assets. The firm continues to grow its national presence through partnerships with like-minded advisors committed to client-first service. To learn more about Apollon Wealth Management, visit About Apollon Wealth Management Apollon Wealth Management, LLC is a collaborative and transparent financial planning firm focused on aligning clients' goals of growing and preserving their hard-earned wealth. Apollon set out to change the retail model for investments away from a focus on products to one that is client-directed and driven by a comprehensive financial plan. With exceptional white-glove service, Apollon has created an independent organization with the sole mission of enriching the lives of others through collaborative financial planning and guidance. With passion and purpose, Apollon has created a destination platform for advisor independence built with a seamless client transition process. Driven to expand the firm's footprint, Apollon possesses an open architecture environment and a centralized back-office that unifies advisor integration, onboarding, and acquisition. Apollon has offices across the country and continues to look for strategic partners nationwide. To learn more about Apollon, visit their website at About Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions Custody, clearing and certain brokerage services are offered by Folio Investments, Inc., which conducts business as Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions (GSCS). GSCS is an SEC-registered broker-dealer and Member FINRA/MSRB/SIPC. Neither this material nor any of its contents shall constitute an offer, solicitation, or advice to buy or sell securities.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Five-story apartment building nears construction in Franklinton
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A vacant Columbus lot down the street from the Gravity development in Franklinton may soon be home to a new five-story apartment building. Grateful Development Partners, a central Ohio-based development company, is advancing plans to build a mixed-use residential building at 550 W. Broad St. in Franklinton. Once completed, the complex will house 64 apartments on the top four floors, and a ground floor retail alongside a 42-space parking garage. How a small town was revamped into 'Ohio's most loveable downtown' 'We are committed to addressing the affordable housing crisis by creating both accessible and desirable projects,' Grateful states on its site. 'We specialize in developing mixed-use properties that blend residential, commercial, and recreational spaces in a way that enhances the quality of life for our neighborhoods.' Chris Gump, partner at Grateful, confirmed to NBC4 the company is hoping to begin construction by end of the summer. The development company's project was reviewed one last time by the East Franklinton Review Board on May 28, which approved the landscaping and lighting proposed for the complex. The five-story building was first presented in May last year to the review board, who applauded the proposal and said it 'enhances the area's urban character.' Grateful returned to the review board in July and then again in August for the building's approval. More than 400,000 Ohioans see driver's license suspensions lifted under new law Before construction can begin on the new structure, crews will need to demolish a one-story building that has long sat vacant on the property. The site is just a block away from Gravity, a sprawling residential complex that recently sold several buildings part of its second phase for a combined $78 million. Since then, these former Gravity properties have been rebranded to 'Horizon West' and are now under the management of a Columbus-based investment firm named Coastal Ridge Real Estate. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Columbus celebrates 614 Day with massive block party on 10th anniversary
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Saturday, June 14 is 614 Day in Columbus, an official city holiday that nods to the 614 central Ohio area code and honors the 'CBUS' culture. 614 Day organizers have announced this year's community party will be bigger and better than ever to mark the 10th anniversary. According to the 614 Day website, the tradition began in 2015 with a small gathering at Seventh Son Brewing as a casual 'Sunday Funday' that 'quickly evolved into something more meaningful and intentional through the collaborative efforts of multiple community leaders.' The celebration has grown over the years to include deals, offers and events from area restaurants, retailers and other Columbus-centric businesses taking part. Its simple mission is 'to champion all things local in Columbus.' The cornerstone event for 2025 is a block party in Franklinton around Land-Grant Brewing Company and surrounding streets from noon to 9 p.m. Organizers are expecting more than 10,000 attendees. The event will feature: • Live sets by Columbus-based musicians and DJs• Local vendors representing the city's thriving entrepreneurial spirit• Food trucks and culinary moments inspired by the diverse tastes of our neighborhoods• Creative activations and interactive art installations that spark joy, connection, and conversation• Storytelling and community spotlights honoring the people shaping our city 614 Day stage(Land-Grant Stage)• Noon: A+ Arts Academy Drum Line• 12:30 p.m.: School of Rock• 1:45 p.m.: Stephen Stringz Quartet• 3 p.m.: Announcements & Awards• 3:30 p.m.: CHRIS.• 4:15 p.m.: Zoo Trippin'• 5:45 p.m.: 10 years of 614 Day video• 6:14 p.m.: 614 Day Toast• 6:15 p.m.: DrippDaDon• 7:30 p.m.: MojoFlo• 9:15 p.m.: Ft. RnB Gravity Stage• Noon: M is for Motion• 1 p.m.: COSI + DJ IQ• 3 p.m.: Krate Digga• 4 p.m.: HIPS• 5 p.m.: Thrivin + DJ Risio• 6 p.m.: Satele• 7 p.m.: KMBSpoken Word Tent• Noon: 614 Day Founders Live• 1 p.m.: D.L. Augustine Presents• 3 p.m.: JOKEMANJAYE PRESENTS: the 614 Day Comedy Showcase• 4:30 p.m.: 614 Link• 6 p.m.: Live from The Attic Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
