Geauga Growth Partnership, Inc.

October 2025 - Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L)
2025-10-03 08:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
“From Quick Fix to Long-Term Value: The Truth About Internships” will dive into:
Common perceptions businesses may have about interns
The responsibilities of hosting an intern—onboarding, checklists, and paperwork
The long-term value and return on investment internships bring
Resources available through Kent State to prepare students and connect employers with talent
Let’s talk about how internships can benefit both students and businesses in our community!
Co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. These events are an opportunity to bring business and industry leaders together with our community to network, learn, and collaborate. Each event is intended to foster a heightened awareness of business, industry, and public services present in Geauga County and to facilitate networking among the members of those sectors. Anyone working or living in Geauga County will benefit from learning more about our local employers and services.
Spend time networking before the program. A Continental Breakfast, coffee and water are provided.
8:00 am – Breakfast & Networking
8:30 am – 9:30 am – Program
This FREE event is hosted right inside the main doors of KSU Geauga, facing Claridon-Troy Road.

The Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 365 Level 1
2025-10-02 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: The Computer Workshop writes their own curriculum for Excel making it easy to customize a class specific to your needs. Many think they are past the basics, but our course has many valuable shortcuts and quick data entry methods built in to give you a good foundation. So even if you have used Excel for a number of years, it is worth taking the Level 1 class. Our course will make ordinary tasks much easier for you to accomplish, and in much less time.
At Course Completion: Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to customize the interface to better suit
your needs, create lists, efficiently develop Excel worksheets and workbooks, use basic excel function
formulas, apply formatting to content, create customize number formats, control how spreadsheets
are printed, as well as be able to find and replace content.
Prerequisites: None
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Microsoft Excel_365_Level_1
Course Price: $279

Virtual - Excel Level 1

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Excel 365 Level 1 | 03/10/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/25/2026 - 05/02/2026| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/29/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Trends in Business: Future-Proofing with Advanced Automation and AI
2025-09-24 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen, 14743 N State Ave,, Middlefield, OH, 44062
MAGNET – GGP Futureproofing Event Flyer Sept 2025

Geauga Growth Partnership and MAGNET: Trends in Business
Topic: Future-Proofing with Advanced Automation and AI
Details coming soon!

Virtual - Excel 365 Level 3
2025-09-23 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-18 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: In this course, you will cover how to create and work with Macros and VBA Programming, as well as how to add Form Controls and how to assign a Macro to a Form Control. In addition, you will learn about formula auditing, and will learn about common errors, how to correct them, and how to use the Watch Window to see changes in formulas. You will work with creating and modifying hyperlinks, get data from the internet, as well as learn how to save workbooks, worksheets, charts and ranges as web pages. You will create custom styles and learn how to use advanced conditional formatting. Finally you will learn how to create and use a shared workbook, including how to protect, consolidate and resolve editing conflicts in a shared workbook.
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Excel_365_Level_3
Course Price: $299

Virtual - Excel Level 3

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Excel 365 Level 3 | 03/17/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 2019 Level 3
2025-09-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-19 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: In this course, you will cover how to create and work with Macros and VBA Programming, as well as how to add Form Controls and how to assign a Macro to a Form Control. In addition, you will learn about formula auditing, and will learn about common errors, how to correct them, and how to use the Watch Window to see changes in formulas. You will work with creating and modifying hyperlinks, get data from the internet, as well as learn how to save workbooks, worksheets, charts and ranges as web pages. You will create custom styles and learn how to use advanced conditional formatting. Finally you will learn how to create and use a shared workbook, including how to protect, consolidate and resolve editing conflicts in a shared workbook.
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Excel_2019_Level_3
Course Price: $299

Virtual - Excel Level 3

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Excel 365 Level 3 | 03/17/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.
This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 2019 Level 2
2025-09-15 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-08 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: In this course, you will cover how to work with large worksheets and workbooks in Microsoft Excel. Create Named cells and ranges which are used in formulas and navigation. Write formulas that refer to other worksheets and workbooks. Create 3D formulas that refer to data in other worksheets and workbooks. You will sort and filter data, use conditional formatting, and create and format tables and charts, and how to use the Quick Analysis tools. Apply protection to the worksheet, workbook, and file itself. You will work with graphics, run the Accessibility Checker and make the file Accessible (508 Compliant), create and work with comments, and finally create a custom template.
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Excel_2019_Level_2
Course Price: $289

Virtual - Excel Level 2

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Excel 365 Level 2 | 02/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 2 | 03/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 2 | 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

September 2025 - FY26 Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2025-09-12 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
REGISTER FOR SEPTEMBER 2025 GSC HERE!

September 2025 GSC:

Program: Complacency in the Workplace
Presenter: Andrew Sawan
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

For more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements, please click here.
Safety is Priority One!
To learn more about the Geauga Safety Council, click here, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Intro to Excel - In-person class
2025-09-12 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
Registration is closed for this event. Please check GGP’s event calendar for more training opportunities!
Course Description: In this two-day class, this course teaches the basics of using Excel: creating, opening, and editing spreadsheets. It covers fonts, font colors, font sizes, cell shading and borders, and editing techniques. Formatting of cells (different types of data), simple functions (sum and average), printing, and simple charts are also included.
Class Dates: September 12th & September 19th, 2025. – Please note this class is two sessions and attendees must attend both sessions.– You will receive a calendar invite for both sessions.
Prerequisites: None
Course Price:GGP Members: $299Non-GGP Members: $349

Please contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.
This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

HR Roundtable hosted at Geauga Growth Partnership
2025-09-10 08:30 - 09:30 UTC | Geauga Growth Partnership office, 12373 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, OH, 44065, United States
Managing a Rapidly Changing Workforce

Our workplaces are constantly evolving due to technological advancements, shifting demographics, and the rise of remote work, which is leading to employee relations issues.
Let’s Talk!

Come prepared to share with the group the challenges you’ve faced
What have you/your company implemented that’s worked
What are you hoping to learn from others?

The HR Roundtable is a professional group that discusses workplace challenges and helps solve problems through the sharing of ideas and innovative thinking. Facilitated in partnership with Bonnie Troyer, HR Strategies & Solutions, participants learn or update best practices with peers, hear from subject matter experts, create a networking and support group, and discuss insights or issues affecting their industry, company or peer group.
Event Costs:
Free for GGP Members
$15 per person for Nonmembers
A current GGP Member list can be found here: https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/
Questions? Email info@geaugagrowth.com or call 440-564-1060
Looking forward to connecting with you!
The GGP Team
Please contact the GGP office to register for this event.
Office: 440-564-1060
Email: info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

September 2025 - Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L)
2025-09-05 08:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
Join us on Friday, September 5th, at Kent State Geauga for the first event of the season. Non-Traditional Resources for Businesses, brings together local leaders who are ready to share their expertise and unique resources from their institutions that can support local business.
Scott A. Hildenbrand – Geauga County Sheriff
Jessica R. Best – Keybank, Regional Community Sales Manager
Bill Rice – University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, Development Officer
Co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. These events are an opportunity to bring business and industry leaders together with our community to network, learn, and collaborate. Each event is intended to foster a heightened awareness of business, industry, and public services present in Geauga County and to facilitate networking among the members of those sectors. Anyone working or living in Geauga County will benefit from learning more about our local employers and services.
Spend time networking before the program. A Continental Breakfast, coffee and water are provided.
8:00 am – Breakfast & Networking
8:30 am – 9:30 am – Program
This FREE event is hosted right inside the main doors of KSU Geauga, facing Claridon-Troy Road.

Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 365 Level 2
2025-08-11 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: In this course, you will cover how to work with large worksheets and workbooks in Microsoft Excel. Create Named cells and ranges which are used in formulas and navigation. Write formulas that refer to other worksheets and workbooks. Create 3D formulas that refer to data in other worksheets and workbooks. You will sort and filter data, use conditional formatting, and create and format tables and charts, and how to use the Quick Analysis tools. Apply protection to the worksheet, workbook, and file itself. You will work with graphics, run the Accessibility Checker and make the file Accessible (508 Compliant), create and work with comments, and finally create a custom template.
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Excel_365_Level_2
Course Price: $289

Virtual - Excel Level 2

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Excel 365 Level 2 | 02/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 2 | 03/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 2 | 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Please contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.
440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.
This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

August 2025 - FY26 Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2025-08-08 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
REGISTER FOR AUGUST 2025 GSC HERE!

August 2025 GSC:

Program: New Employee Onboarding
Presenter: Robert Bradley
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

For more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements, please click here.
Safety is Priority One!
To learn more about the Geauga Safety Council, click here, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 365 Level 1
2025-08-08 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: The Computer Workshop writes their own curriculum for Excel making it easy to customize a class specific to your needs. Many think they are past the basics, but our course has many valuable shortcuts and quick data entry methods built in to give you a good foundation. So even if you have used Excel for a number of years, it is worth taking the Level 1 class. Our course will make ordinary tasks much easier for you to accomplish, and in much less time.
At Course Completion: Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to customize the interface to better suit
your needs, create lists, efficiently develop Excel worksheets and workbooks, use basic excel function
formulas, apply formatting to content, create customize number formats, control how spreadsheets
are printed, as well as be able to find and replace content.
Prerequisites: None
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Microsoft Excel_365_Level_1
Course Price: $279https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Microsoft_Excel_365_Level_1.pdf
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com

Virtual - Excel Level 1

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Excel 365 Level 1 | 03/10/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/25/2026 - 05/02/2026| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/29/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Please contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.
440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.
This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

HomeGrown Geauga - Save the date!
2025-08-07 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | Basil Place, 13271 Bass Lake Rd, Chardon, OH, 44024
HomeGrown Geauga – Save the date: August 7, 2025
This premier event has become the summer party “not to miss” that draws more than 350 elite guests. Sponsors benefit from frequent marketing in print, web and social media. The earlier the commitment, the greater your touchpoints. GGP’s annual fundraiser supports GGP’s Youth Workforce Development Programs.
Learn more out GGP is preparing the Workforce of the Future: Future Workforce website link

Virtual - Microsoft Office 365 Online with Teams for the Desktop
2025-07-24 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description:
This course is designed to help you master Microsoft Teams®, the key communications tool in the suite of Microsoft 365® productivity apps. Microsoft Teams enables individuals and organizations to chat, share ideas, collaborate on files, and essentially, work together. You can use Teams to have a quick chat with a colleague, participate in a virtual meeting, make an online call, and share files and resources. You can also create and configure Teams to suit your business productivity needs. The Microsoft Teams app is available in three versions: a desktop app, a web app, and a mobile app. Once you are familiar with the Teams desktop app, you can easily transfer that knowledge and work in the web and mobile apps to take advantage of connecting through Teams wherever your work takes you.
Course Objectives:
Upon course completion, student will be able to:
• Communicate with colleagues in Teams.
• Call and meet with people in Teams.
• Lead a meeting.
• Configure your Teams environment.
• Share files and app content.
• Create and configure Teams.
Prerequisites:
To ensure your success in this course, you need to be familiar with the Windows® operating system and with using a web browser.
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Microsoft_Office_365_Online_with_Teams_for_the_Desktop
Course Price: $399

Virtual - Microsoft Office 365 Online with Teams for the Desktop

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5/1/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

7/24/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

11/20/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Please contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.
440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.
This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

July 2025 - Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2025-07-11 11:45 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
REGISTER FOR JULY 2025 GSC HERE!

July 2025 GSC:

Program: Narcan Training Update
Presenter: UH Geauga Medical Center
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

For more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements, please click here.
Safety is Priority One!
To learn more about the Geauga Safety Council, click here, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 2019 Level 1
2025-07-01 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: The Computer Workshop writes their own curriculum for Excel making it easy to customize a class specific to your needs. Many think they are past the basics, but our course has many valuable shortcuts and quick data entry methods built in to give you a good foundation. So even if you have used Excel for a number of years, it is worth taking the Level 1 class. Our course will make ordinary tasks much easier for you to accomplish, and in much less time.
At Course Completion: Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to customize the interface to better suit
your needs, create lists, efficiently develop Excel worksheets and workbooks, use basic excel function
formulas, apply formatting to content, create customize number formats, control how spreadsheets
are printed, as well as be able to find and replace content.
Prerequisites: None
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Microsoft Excel_2019_Level_1
Course Price: $279

Virtual - Excel Level 1

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Excel 365 Level 1 | 03/10/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/25/2026 - 05/02/2026| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/29/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Trends in Business: Sustainability Strategies for the Modern Manufacturer
2025-06-25 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen, 14743 N State Ave,, Middlefield, OH, 44062
Save the Date!
Geauga Growth Partnership and MAGNET: Trends in Business
Topic: Sustainability Strategies for the Modern Manufacturer

June 2025 - Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2025-06-13 11:45 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
REGISTER FOR JUNE 2025 GSC HERE!

June 2025 GSC:

Program: Ladder Safety
Presenter: D Dennison, Jobsite Safety & Security Specialist
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

For more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements, please click here.
Safety is Priority One!
To learn more about the Geauga Safety Council, click here, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Excel 2019 Data Analysis with Power Pivot
2025-06-12 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: We are now living in the age of big data. Data is being collected all the time and for increasingly detailed transactions. This can lead to an overwhelming amount of data, which brings about a need for people who can analyze large amounts of data quickly. Fortunately, Excel provides Power Pivot to help you organize, manipulate, and report on your data in the best way possible. Since a tool is only as good as the person using it, it is important to gain a solid understanding of Power Pivot to maximize your effectiveness when analyzing data.
Target Student: Students taking this course are experienced Excel users who are seeking to advance their data analysis capabilities by using Power Pivot.
Prerequisites: To ensure your success in this course, you should have experience working with Excel and PivotTables. You should already understand spreadsheet concepts and be comfortable creating and analyzing basic PivotTables. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the following Logical Operations courses:
Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1
Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 2
Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™: Data Analysis with PivotTables (recommended)
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Excel 2019 Data Analysis with Power Pivot
Course Price: $219
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com

Virtual - Misc Excel Classes

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Excel 2019 Charts | 04/24/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 05/20/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
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Please contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.
440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

GGP & Geauga Chambers After Hours Networking
2025-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | D&S Automotive, 540 5th Ave., Chardon, OH, 44024, United States
Join GGP and Geauga County Chamber Associations for the Chardon Business After Hours event!
Event Details:
– Thursday, June 5th
– Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30pm
– Location: D&S Automotive, Chardon
Registration information and link: HERE
Attending networking events can be a powerful way to make valuable connections. These events provide an opportunity to meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere, where you can engage in conversations that go beyond just talking about business.
Build relationships with people who share common interests and passions. This can result in creating friendships that can last a lifetime. In addition, you can also establish partnerships with other businesses that can lead to mutually beneficial collaborations.
Networking events allow you to establish a business relationship that can benefit you on both a personal and professional level. By getting to know people on a personal level, you can better understand their needs and possibly how your business can help them.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

HR Roundtable hosted at Geauga Growth Partnership
2025-06-04 08:30 - 09:30 UTC | Geauga Growth Partnership office, 12373 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, OH, 44065, United States
The HR Roundtable is a professional group that discusses workplace challenges and helps solve problems through the sharing of ideas and innovative thinking. Facilitated in partnership with Bonnie Troyer, HR Strategies & Solutions, participants learn or update best practices with peers, hear from subject matter experts, create a networking and support group, and discuss insights or issues affecting their industry, company or peer group.
Event Costs:
Free for GGP Members
$15 per person for Nonmembers
A current GGP Member list can be found here: https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/
Questions? Email info@geaugagrowth.com or call 440-564-1060
Looking forward to connecting with you!
The GGP Team
Please contact the GGP office to register for this event.
Office: 440-564-1060
Email: info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Virtual - Introduction to Python 3.x
2025-06-02 09:00 - 2025-06-05 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Course Description: This four-day course leads the student from the basics of writing and running Python scripts to more
advanced features such as file operations, regular expressions, working with binary data, and using
the extensive functionality of Python modules. Extra emphasis is placed on features unique to
Python, such as tuples, array slices, and output formatting. This is a hands-on programming class.
All concepts are reinforced by informal practice during the lecture followed by graduated lab
exercises. Python Programming is a practical introduction to a working programming language, not
an academic overview of syntax and grammar. Students will immediately be able to use Python to
complete tasks in the real world.
Target Student: Users who want to learn Python and use it for application development, system administration, or
just to automate tasks in a simple, yet powerful way.
Prerequisites: Working/user level knowledge of an operating system such as Linux, Windows, or MacOS. Basic skill
with at least one other programming language is desirable.
Click the following link for a detailed course description: Introduction_to_Python_3.x
Course Price: $2399

Virtual - Introduction to Python 3.x

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4/1/2025 - 4/4/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

6/2/2025 - 6/5/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

7/28/2025 - 7/31/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

9/2/2025 - 9/5/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

11/3/2025 - 11/6/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

May 2025 - Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2025-05-16 11:45 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
REGISTER FOR MAY 2025 GSC HERE!

May 2025 GSC:

Program: Fire Inspection Procedures, Mitigating Life Hazards, and Ohio Fire Code Violations
Presenter: Make Vatty, OFE OFC, Munson Fire Dept.
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

For more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements, please click here.
Safety is Priority One!
To learn more about the Geauga Safety Council, click here, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com.
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Ravenwood Health Community Summit: Strategies for Employee Wellness
2025-05-15 08:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Basil Place, 13271 Bass Lake Rd, Chardon, OH, 44024
Click here to learn more about Ravenwood Health and for a full description of the May 15, 2025 Community Summit. Each session will be led by a licensed professional from Ravenwood Health, ensuring expert guidance and actionable insights.
Scan the QR Code above or Register here!
Please email info@ravenwoodhealth.org with any questions
As a Supporting Sponsor of the event, Geauga Growth Partnership is assisting with registration.

Each of the six workshops has been approved for SHRM credits. Individuals seeking SHRM credits will be able to attend their choice of 4 of the workshops.
Lake/Geauga Area Chapter, SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRMSCP®.
