As Senior Vice President of Human Resources at dunnhumbyUSA, Mary Sue Findley understands how important it is to maintain a consistent company culture. “At dunnhumby, our culture and values connect us across all locations. We believe that passion, collaboration, courage and curiosity are at the heart... continue reading

As Director at Skills for America’s Future, Karen Elzey is all too familiar with the need to establish a skilled labor workforce, which was the central theme for the EACC’s Annual Conference. Formed in October 2010, Skills for America’s Future is a policy initiative of the Economic Opportunities... continue reading

Founded in Switzerland in 1959, Feintool is the leading fineblanking technology company in the world with a longstanding presence in Cincinnati with close to 400 employees as well as an apprenticeship program. In layman’s terms, fineblanking is the process of creating a finished part with smooth edges... continue reading

Partners for a Competitive Workforce is a partnership that encompasses Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana and focuses on helping employers hire the talent they need to compete as well as helping individuals obtain the skills necessary to get good jobs. As Director of Industry Partnerships, Janice Urbanik understands... continue reading

As the founder and president of European Market Link, Inc., Kimberly Van Landingham knows the importance of bringing together people who are interested in expanding their businesses with the right knowledge, tools, and individuals. European Market Link, Inc. is a U.S. corporation, with its president... continue reading

Young professionals and college graduates frequently flock to major metropolises in pursuit of opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. For Jessica McDowell, Account Executive at Sogeti USA LLC, Cincinnati offers remarkably accessible opportunities to experience international culture... continue reading

Meritor is a global supplier of axle, brake and suspension solutions to original equipment manufacturers and their aftermarkets, for transportation and industrial sectors, with 11,200 employees in 19 countries. Nearly thirty years ago, Meritor established a presence in Greater Cincinnati by opening... continue reading

Throughout her life, Kay Geiger’s innate passion for travel, language and other cultures has gone hand-in-hand with a gift for relationship building. As a student, it was only natural that she pursued studies in international banking and explored the world. “Throughout all of my travels, what I... continue reading

When German architect and engineer Herman Schneider joined the University of Cincinnati faculty at the turn of the century, he immediately set about bringing his own apprenticeship background to the region’s educational institutions, labor force and industries. In 1906, UC adopted Schneider’s proposed... continue reading

Innovation requires a drive to bring something new forward, to acquire an edge over your competitors. For some industries and companies, innovation is the equivalent of providing a brand new product or service to the market. For others, like Enginetics Aerospace Corporation, inventiveness in their industry... continue reading

As the largest engineering conglomerate in Germany, Siemens, AG has a strong presence in the U.S. and is an easily recognizable name in business around the world. But for Keith Lang, Operations Manager at Siemens Industry, Inc. in Norwood, Ohio, the company’s presence in the community transcends name... continue reading