Beer is just Beer….. Right?

by Sara Marrs, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Athens County Economic Development Council

I attended my first 2010 Ohio Brew Week event last night, Sparbock keg tapping at Jackie Os. The pub was full of brew-goers eager to taste the craft brews that will be offered all week at many of the drinking establishments in Athens. I was really excited to be among the group of people who were there tasting, scoring, and talking about the beers. As I listened to the folks at the tables around me, I realized that there is an entirely different jargon that I was previously unaware of when discussing beer and its flavors. It was really entertaining to hear statements like; this one is really hoppy, that one has a sweet nose but a bitter finish, perfect balance.
I have to say, I am a person who knows what she likes. I never really thought beyond that when drinking my beer. I was introduced to a different perspective last night. So, here is a little of what I learned;

*IPA – An ale brewed in England for British troops stationed in India in the 18th century. It was brewed very strong to survive a voyage that could take as long as six months. Highly hopped.

posted in: arts, athens, athens county, balance, beer, brew week, brewers, drinking, economic development, entertainment, entrepreneur, events, family, food, fun, music, people, quality of life, specialty foods, unique, uptown

July 13, 2010 | comments (1)

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Giving Start-Up Compaines and Angels Investors a Break

by Todd Shelton, Director, Athens County Economic Development Council

In the current economic climate raising capital is challenge for start-ups and small businesses.

I am always interested in learning and sharing information that may help our local business, and also help create more start-ups here in Athens County.

posted in: CEO, economic development, entrepreneur, incentives

July 9, 2010 | comments (0)

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Comic Relief

by Kristin Chesser, Human Resource Manager, Career Connections, Inc.

I was sitting here pondering subject matter for my blog post and realized that I have endless material right under my nose. At a staffing service, the social interaction we have with people is during a very high pressure and awkward time — while they are job searching — which can, of course, produce some ridiculous stories. We collect these precious tidbits in the IBT File (Incredible But True), and I would like to share with you some of my favorites.

A woman who had last worked at a local hotel completed our application. This is what she wrote in her reason for leaving section: “Got laid.” It is very important to finish your thoughts, people, especially in this situation.

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April 8, 2010 | comments (2)

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Home Again, Home Again

by Kristin Chesser, Human Resource Manager, Career Connections, Inc.

I would not consider myself transient but over the past six or seven years, I have moved from Athens, to Marietta, to the west side of Columbus, and then to Canal Winchester. Originally, I was desperate to get out, see new things, meet new people and now, I am desperate to get back.

I lived through two of the worst floods Marietta has ever seen and lost a 1988 Toyota Corolla as the Muskingham and Ohio Rivers poured through that trusty old car’s doors.

posted in: athens, athens county, family, living in athens, moving, people, quality of life, unique

March 29, 2010 | comments (3)

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Lunch & Learn

by Sara Marrs, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Athens County Economic Development Council

posted in: child care, events, networking, quality of life, training

February 10, 2010 | comments (0)

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