On Wednesday May 17th, Eastgate held its 2023 Annual Meeting! The meeting was a great success thanks to our attendees, collaborators and sponsors! We celebrated Eastgate's 50th anniversary in 2023, looking back on our history in the region, and looking forward to the future.
The event featured Matthew Chang - Founder and Principal of Chang Industrial – who gave a presentation titled “Automation and Logistics”, sharing his expertise on innovating technologies in the supply chain and distribution industry.
Marvin Logan (Executive Director, OH WOW!) gave his perspective as a community leader born and raised in the Mahoning Valley, and as someone who left the region and returned to pursue opportunities in the place he calls home.
A panel discussion took place - comprised of Ellen Heinz, M.Ed., OhioCED (Economic Development Representative – Ohio U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration), Mark Winchell, EDFP (Executive Director at Ashtabula County Port Authority), and Julie Green (Director, Trumbull County Planning Commission) providing their thoughts and insights into various regional developments.
District 59 Representative Lauren McNally was also in attendance to give a commendation to Eastgate for 50 years serving the region.
It was an great event thanks to everyone who sponsored, attended and has collaborated with us in any capacity. We deeply appreciate the spirit of collaboration that all our partners show.