June Forum: Building Value-Added Success Through the NOCK
Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Time: Doors Open at 8:00 am. The program runs from 8:30 – 10:30 am.
Location: Northwest Ohio Cooperative Kitchen (NOCK) | Bowling Green, OH
Registration Required
Join us in person for a special two-hour edition of the CIFT Forum focused on how small food businesses are launching and scaling in Northwest Ohio.
You’ll hear from the CIFT team about the role of the Northwest Ohio Cooperative Kitchen (NOCK) in supporting entrepreneurs through access to commercial space, guidance, and technical assistance. Then, you’ll meet the founders of four successful local brands who got their start at the NOCK:
Featured brands include:
The event includes a panel discussion, a guided kitchen tour, a product showcase, and plenty of networking opportunities.
Agenda Highlights:
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Welcome + Presentation – Learn how the NOCK supports food entrepreneurship
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Panel & Brand Showcase – Hear insights from Kabob It, Guac Shop, Stateline Sauce, and Angry Irishman
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Tour + Small Business Market – Visit the facility, sample products, and make new connections
If you’re a small business owner, food producer, or community supporter, this forum is a chance to discover new tools, ideas, and partnerships.
