Thanks to a proactive effort by the city of Sharonville to inject a competitive edge into the local business climate, area firms have a new advocate in the newly launched Sharonville Business Advocacy Committee (SBAC).
The SBAC defines its mission as fourfold: be a business resource for area business, gather feedback for strategic planning, create a venue for dialog and open the door for local businesses to engage in policy-making and economic development initiatives.
"As a result of this collaboration and strategic planning, we will serve local businesses, bringing insight, focus and energy needed in this competitive environment," says Sharonville Chamber of Commerce President Rich Arnold.
Despite current economic conditions, Sharonville is faring well.
"Sharonville (Cincinnati) can always rely on our strengths," says Tammy Riddle, Economic Development Specialist at the Sharonville Chamber Of Commerce. "Sharonville’s number one strength is our location. We can always rely on that not to change. Another one of our strengths is the cost of doing business in Sharonville. Sharonville property taxes are some of the lowest in the region."
Sharonville's low taxes and central location continue to work in its favor.
"The Convention Center expansion is moving forward and we continue to get leads on businesses looking to locate in this area," Riddle says.
Due to the nature of its membership the SBAC is tuned into Sharonville's unique conditions and provides a valuable bridge between local businesses and city officials.
"The BAC is made up of business leaders that have lived in most of our businesses shoes previously, and have expertise in addressing most business challenges," Riddle says. "This group has a direct link to the City of Sharonville and the Sharonville Chamber, so it allows businesses’ collective voice to be heard by City decision makers, so needs can be addressed."
To arrange an interview with the SBAC call Tammy Riddle at (513) 563-0033. For more information, visit the Sharonville COC website here.
Writer: Jonathan DeHart
Source: Sharonville Chamber of Commerce, Tammy Riddle
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