Kennedy Mfg. visit

Kennedy Manufacturing plant manager Mike Pond (right) explains growth strategies and efficiency techniques the company has implemented to (from the left) Chase Eikenbary, northwest Ohio regional liaison for Ohio Governor John Kasich, Van Wert County Economic Development Project Manager Sue Gerker and John Recker from Regional Growth Partnership/JobsOhio, during a visit on Wednesday. Officials also toured Tecumseh Packaging and an area farming operation. Tax credit offerings, safety programs and state incentives were explained to company officials. Van Wert County Commissioner Thad Lichtensteiger also participated in the tours. (photo submitted)