Covelli gives $15K to Toys for Tots

Covelli gives $15K to Toys for Tots

WARREN

On Friday, Covelli Enterprises continued its tradition of supporting the U.S. Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots program by presenting a check for $15,000 to the organization at the Elm Road Panera Bread.

Covelli Enterprises has been the largest local contributor to the cause for nearly 30 years.

In 2014, Covelli Enterprises/Panera Bread donated more than $22 million to charity through Operation Dough-Nation, Day-End Dough-Nation, community fundraisers and other events.

SBA training series

YOUNGSTOWN

The U.S. Small Business Administration has launched its 2015 Emerging Leaders executive-level training series in 48 cities including Youngstown.

The seven-month executive entrepreneurship education series includes approximately 100 hours of classroom time per participant and provides the opportunity for small-business owners to work with experienced mentors, attend workshops and develop connections.

Local recruitment for the 2015 training cycle is underway at selected SBA district offices, and classes are scheduled to begin in April. Information on how interested small business owners can apply and eligibility criteria can be found at www.sba.gov/emergingleaders.

OOGA exec changes

COLUMBUS

The Ohio Oil and Gas Association announced the retirement of Tom Stewart after 23 years as executive vice president. OOGA’s executive committee has elected Shawn Bennett, current senior vice president, as executive vice president.

Vindicator staff reports