Better Decisions. Better Business.

Practical workshops for established owners who want more control across the business.

About Ember

You’ve done the work to get your business moving. Now it needs stronger structure, clearer decisions, and practical support you can use right away.


Ember is a business workshop series for established small business owners who want to strengthen how they run, manage, and grow their business.


Each session focuses on one topic and is built for immediate application.


How Ember Works

Ember offers stand-alone business workshops designed to help owners strengthen how their businesses run.


Each workshop focuses on one business function and provides owners with clear steps for better decision-making, stronger systems, and day-to-day execution.


  • Single-topic workshops
  • Built for established business owners
  • Led by knowledgeable experts
  • Clear takeaways for real business decisions


New sessions are announced as they are scheduled.

Why Participate?

Running a business without structure costs time, money, and focus.


Ember is for established owners who want clearer decisions, cleaner operations, and practical direction.


In Ember, you will:

  • Strengthen how you run the business
  • Make better financial and operational decisions
  • Learn proven methods from business operators
  • Connect with serious owners
  • Leave with a clear plan for next steps

Benefits increase with participation across workshops and events

  • Roundtable Invitations
  • Optional Advisor Sessions
  • Early Event Registration
  • Peer Introductions
  • Resource Library
  • Live Webinars
  • Partner Discounts
Councilwoman Helen Rucker, and Ember Program architect, D. Lee Scott

What you'll learn

  • Run the business with control.
  • Leave with a plan you can execute.

Topics rotate. Get schedule updates

Financial Management

  • Pay Yourself First
  • Bookkeeping
  • Cost of Doing Business

Revenue & Marketing

  • Marketing Fundamentals
  • Defining Your Customer
  • Brand Messaging
Operations

Operations & Risk

  • Cyber Security
  • Business Law
  • A.I. for Business
Ember Business Wellness and Focus

Leadership & Focus

  • Yoga
  • Meditation
  • Executive Presence

FAQ

  • How does Ember work?

    Ember is a business workshop series made up of stand-alone workshops focused on practical business instruction for established owners.

  • How can I stay informed about Ember workshops?

    New Ember workshops are announced throughout the year. Join the Interest List to receive updates.

  • Is there a time commitment?

    Each Ember workshop has its own format and timing. Session details are shared when workshops are announced.

  • Is there a fee?

    Workshop details, participation information, and any applicable fees are shared when new workshops are announced.

  • Where are Ember sessions held?

    Ember workshops are held in person in downtown Warren, Ohio.

Bonfire Sponsors

Spark Sponsors

Guidance From People Who Get It

Our presenters have led businesses and supported owners through real challenges.
They bring honest insight and practical direction — not theory.

Al Morrison. Ember Business Workshop Presenter
Five Stars

Alec Morris

Business Consultant

Patrick McFall. Ember Business Workshop Presenter
Five Stars

Tyron Hoisten

Owner/Producer, Video306

Patrick McFall. Ember Business Workshop Presenter
Five Stars

Eric Kildow

Associate Professor, Kent State University

Sherris Moreira. Ember Business Workshop Presenter.
Five Stars

Sherris Moreira

Owner, The Small Town Storyteller

Bethanie Meredith Founder & Certified Yoga Instructor, H.A.T.H.A Ember Business Workshop Presenter.
Five Stars

Bethanie Meredith

Certified Yoga Instructor, H.A.T.H.A.

Jennifer Canvanaugh, JCL Bookkeeping Services
Five Stars

Jennifer Cavanaugh

Bookkeeper, JCL Bookkeeping

DeShawn Scott. Ember Business Workshop Presenter.
Five Stars

Zack Feydo

Cybersecurity Specialist, Mot Technology

Paul Finch. Ember Business Workshop Presenter
Five Stars

Paul Finch

Certified Financial Planner

Denise Dick. Ember Business Workshop Presenter
Five Stars

Denise Dick

Communications Professional