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COSE alone represents more than 17,000 small businesses in Northeast Ohio, and if COSE members were to add up their employee numbers, COSE would be the largest employer in the region. For three decades, COSE has worked hard to call attention to the needs of small business.

The one constant in COSE’s ability to make a difference has been the active involvement of our members in the work that we do and the decisions we make. COSE is an organization for business owners, led by business owners. Our work focuses on removing the barriers to small business success and creating new opportunities.

We urge you to join us in our efforts and do your part to move our state forward.

Dear Governor Campaign
COSE is developing a series of print ads that establishes a public dialogue with Governor Ted Strickland’s new administration in Columbus. The ads will bring to the forefront the important issues facing small business and urge Governor Strickland to address them as his administration sets its agenda for 2007.

Simplifying Tax Reporting
The first in the series of ads focuses on simplifying the process of tax reporting for small businesses. This process can be confusing, overwhelming and very time consuming for small business owners…taking them away from the important work of running and growing their business. Click HERE to download a copy of the ad.

To send a copy of the tax simplification appeal letter to Governor Strickland via e-mail click HERE.

Be Part of the COSE Grassroots Network
Sign-up now for COSE’s Grassroots Advocacy e-Newsletter—delivered straight to your inbox monthly. Stay current on the latest small business-related advocacy issues and find out more about the elected leaders who are making the decisions that affect your small business. Click HERE to sign-up for the Grassroots e-Newsletter.

How to Contact Your Legislator
Need help contacting or communicating with your legislators? COSE can help! Click below to learn more on how to contact your legislator by:

• Phone
• Mail
• E-mail

Issues Archive
Click HERE to get updates on the latest small business issues that COSE is advocating for on your behalf.