Weekly Snapshot for July 30, 2025

WEEKLY SNAPSHOT

July 30, 2025

It’s the time of the year for ribbon cuttings! We celebrated with LCNB last week on their renovation. In the next week we have several more celebrations listed below including an anniversary BALLOON POP! Find the details about each of those below.

Tuesday, Sara had the chance to tour the BCRTA. We have such a great resource to get around right here.

Lastly, we are almost ready to start a new year of Leadership Fairfield. Find all the information below and get signed up for the year here.

You will not want to miss this opportunity to learn, lead and serve.

Have a great week!

Peggy

Click the calendar for details about all of our upcoming events!

NEW MEMBERS

MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES

Tuesday, August 12

8:00 – 9:30 am

Fairfield Chamber of Commerce

700 Nilles Road Fairfield, Ohio

Join the Fairfield Safety Council to focus on our most valuable tool… our hands!

Prevent the Most Common Workplace Injury – Learn how to reduce cuts, crushes, strains, and chemical burns by using proper tools, techniques, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Identify and Avoid Hand Hazards – Understand the top seven risks—from pinch points and hazardous substances to lifting injuries and falls—and how to protect against them.
Use Tools and PPE the Right Way – Discover why sharp blades, missing guards, and improper gloves are leading causes of hand injuries—and how simple steps can prevent them.
Keep Your Hands Strong and Healthy – Prevent strain and fatigue with ergonomic tools, stretching routines, and safe handling techniques for repetitive or heavy tasks.
Stay Aware, Stay Safe – Situational awareness and safety habits—like inspecting your environment, clearing clutter, and taking breaks—are your first line of defense.

OUR SPEAKER

Program Details

For the BWC program year (July 2025 – June 2026), Safety Councils across Ohio will continue to meet in person, and BWC will continue to offer a 3% premium rebate for eligible participating employers.

Cost to participate is $120 per year per company/organization.

The Fairfield Safety Council meets year-round on the second Tuesday of each month, from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Who Can Participate?

We welcome businesses and organizations of all types and industries. You do not need to be a member of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce to attend. Our mission is to support the safety and well-being of workers throughout the region—everyone is welcome.

Participation is simple.

Join or confirm your existing, active membership in a local safety council by July 31, 2025.
Attend 10 in-person safety council meetings between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026.
Learn more about the opportunity to earn up to two external training credits toward the 10-meeting rebate requirement from your local sponsor.

Participation must meet BWC eligibility requirements. Visit https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-services/safety-councils/how-to-earn-a-safety-council-rebate to learn more.

Participation is simple.

Join or confirm your existing, active membership in a local safety council by July 31, 2025.
Attend 10 in-person safety council meetings between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026.
Learn more about the opportunity to earn up to two external training credits toward the 10-meeting rebate requirement from your local sponsor.

Interested in this program but not sure you want to join Safety Council yet? Please feel free to attend to see what we’re all about.

Discover how the City of Fairfield’s Sustainability Plan—and current projects—can align with your business goals.
Create a strategic foundation: Learn the importance of benchmarking and establishing baseline utility data.
Shift your perspective: See how energy can become a tool for competitive growth, not just an operating cost.
Explore energy efficiency case studies, project support options, and practical tools to improve energy and water use.
Uncover valuable incentives: Learn about PACE financing and federal tax credits that make upgrades more accessible.

Let us know you’re coming

Apply Now!

CELEBRATIONS

JOB POSTINGS

CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFITS

This week’s SOCA benefit: Payroll Partners. If you want to be connected with the representative from Payroll Partners, just let Sara know!

Don’t Underestimate the Role Payroll Delivery Plays in Talent Retention…

One of the hottest topics in the business community is the shortage of talent. As a result, HR professionals are looking for all kinds of ways to ensure their current talent pool is happy and not in danger of leaving. This is especially true with businesses relying on unskilled labor or high turnover positions.

WEEKLY DIGEST

Cybercriminals Are Attacking Manufacturers and What to Do

If you work in manufacturing, it might feel like cybercriminals have you in their sights. They absolutely do. The FBI says manufacturing has been the most attacked industry for four years straight.

This isn’t a coincidence. Even criminals have strategic business moves.

Why do hackers pick on manufacturers? More importantly, how do you stop them? We’re here to answer your questions.