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Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Finalists for the Above and Beyond award
Apr. 18—LIMA — ATR Contractors, State Bank and Trisco Systems, Inc. are the finalists for the Lima/Allen Chamber of Commerce Young Leader of the Year Award. Each business demonstrates a strong dedication to community development, exceptional customer service and employee support. The winner will be announced during the Chamber's annual Awards Gala at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at the University of Northwestern Ohio Event Center, 1450 N. Cable Road. ATR Contractors Founded in 1980 by Keith Pohlman, All Temp Refrigeration has grown into a network of nine companies led by President Jeff Greave and Vice President Dustin Pohlman. With more than 120 employees, ATR specializes in HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, piping, leasing, electrical, building automation and engineering services. In 2024, the company transformed the former Lima News building on Elida Road into its new headquarters, providing a central space for its leadership, fabrication, and service teams. ATR has contributed to hospitals, schools, churches and manufacturers across the Lima region. "What truly sets ATR apart, however, is their unwavering commitment to going above and beyond," said Keith Horner, superintendent of Apollo Career Center. "They have consistently proven themselves to be dependable, responsive and always willing to step up when needed." ATR emphasizes ethical practices, diversity and inclusive training and maintains an open-door employment policy, all while remaining committed to local initiatives and supporting schools. State Bank Serving the Lima community since 2005, State Bank operates one branch with 10 employees covering Allen, Auglaize and Van Wert counties. Team members volunteer for nonprofit organizations and serve on numerous boards, committees and service clubs, including the Rhodes State College Foundation, West Central Association of Realtors and Lima Kiwanis. State Bank has hosted educational seminars for small businesses, assisted seniors with financial planning, and participated in youth financial literacy events led by Ohio State University extension offices. "State Bank has consistently supported the efforts of the Small Business Development Center at Rhodes State College and collaborated to bring educational seminars to the business community," said Kathy Keller, assistant director of the Small Business Development Center. Employees have also partnered with Ohio State University extensions at 17 events in the last three years. Since 2018, the bank's community initiative, GIVES (Gathering Individuals to Volunteer, Empower and Serve), has logged more than 8,400 volunteer hours, served over 19,000 individuals and invested $1.5 million in local causes, according to data provided to the chamber. Trisco Systems, Inc. A nationally recognized building restoration firm headquartered in Lima, Trisco Systems, Inc., operates across five to seven states annually and has received numerous industry honors, including the Walls & Ceilings Magazine Contractor of the Year award in 2023. Trisco has locally invested in redevelopment projects such as the Metro Center Lofts, Spring & Main and the 9/11 Memorial. "We pride ourselves in being able to provide solutions to their restoration needs in a professional and cost-efficient manner to extend the service life of their buildings," the company said in a note to the chamber. Gary Howard, project manager for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, praised Trisco during a 2023 project in Chillicothe. "The crew has done an outstanding job, more than we anticipated," Howard said."They have been professional, courteous and have given us a project we can be proud of." The company also contributes to schools, hospitals and the arts and supports youth sports and memorial restoration efforts. Its "Restore You!" wellness program and new Center for Excellence training facility reflect Trisco's commitment to employee well-being and education. Reach Cade Higgins at 567-242-0351 Featured Local Savings
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Danos Foundation awards $438,100 in grants to 22 nonprofits
Feb. 19—GRAY, La. — The Danos Foundation has awarded $438,100 in grants to 22 nonprofit organizations across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and Montana. The Foundation received over 100 applications and selected recipients based on their impact and alignment with its purpose. Funds awarded through Danos GIVES, the Foundation's grant-giving program, support organizations that strengthen families, create sustainable solutions and make a lasting impact in communities where Danos employees live and work. "The Danos Foundation embodies our belief that God created all people in His image, and we have a responsibility to care for and serve others," said Mark Danos, CEO of Danos Family Investments. "Through Danos GIVES, we invest in organizations that directly impact the communities our colleagues call home." Texas grant recipients include eight nonprofit organizations: Hope's Path, $50,000; Permian Basin Mission Center, $30,000; Skillpoint Alliance, $30,000; Family Promise of Odessa, Inc., $25,000; Houston Furniture Bank, $20,000; Bynum School, $10,000; Basin Dream Center, $10,000; Bill's Backpacks, $4,000. Danos employees established the Danos Foundation in 2017 to fulfill the company's purpose: "Honor God. Develop great people to solve big challenges for our customers and communities." Funded by employee contributions and supplemented by Danos, the Foundation extends its impact beyond Danos GIVES through Danos WORKS, which provides funding to organizations where employees volunteer. This initiative further strengthens the communities where Danos employees live and work. As Danos Group has expanded, so has the reach of the Danos Foundation, now supporting employees' communities through Performance Energy Services and Danos Operations Services. For a complete list of GIVES recipients, visit To apply for a 2025 grant, visit
