About this Event
The morning session of the workshop will feature Magnetic Main Streets: Designing Storefronts That Invite, Engage, and Increase Cash Flow with Tiersa Wodash, founder of .
In this focused, energizing session, Tiersa Wodash demystifies what makes storefronts truly magnetic and why lighting, cohesion, and thoughtful design details matter more than most business owners realize. Designed for downtown merchants, building owners, and Main Street leaders, this workshop blends architectural insight with practical, affordable strategies you can implement right away.
We’ll cover lighting fundamentals, common pitfalls, and smart exterior and interior design moves. Then translate those insights into storefront strategies that stop foot traffic in its tracks. From quick fixes to longer-term façade improvements, you’ll leave with clear next steps and tools you can bring back to your business and community.
The afternoon sessions will start with the Downtown Tiffin Facade Program and how its implementation has lead to economic vitality in the downtown commercial district. The Gossman Group will present The Importance of a Downtown Plan to your downtown's overall success, and the afternoon will conclude with guided Downtown Tiffin walking tours.
Hotel Options
Hampton Inn - Group reservation under "Heritage Ohio" for $130/night.
Downtown Tiffin Airbnb Options
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM
Registration Opens
🕑: 08:45 AM
Welcome & Introductions
🕑: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Magnetic Main Streets: Designing Storefronts - Tiersa Wodash
Host: Tiersa Wodash
Info: In this focused, energizing session, Tiersa Wodash demystifies what makes storefronts truly magnetic and why lighting, cohesion, and thoughtful design details matter more than most business owners realize. Designed for downtown merchants, building owners, and Main Street leaders, this workshop blends architectural insight with practical, affordable strategies you can implement right away.
We’ll cover lighting fundamentals, common pitfalls, and smart exterior and interior design moves. Then translate those insights into storefront strategies that stop foot traffic in its tracks. From quick fixes to longer-term façade improvements, you’ll leave with clear next steps and tools you can bring back to your business and community.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch on Your Own in Downtown Tiffin
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Downtown Tiffin Facade Grant Program - Donna Gross & Dan Brickner
Host: Donna Gross
Info: The Façade Enhancement Program is a City of Tiffin reimbursement grant that was established in 2014 and provides a 50 percent match of funds for eligible exterior improvements on residential and commercial structures within the downtown historic district, up to $10,000.
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:45 PM
The Importance of a Downtown Plan
Host: Craig Gossman
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Guided Downtown Tiffin Tours
🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Networking at The Empire Bistro
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Chandelier Community Event Center, 151 South Washington Street, Tiffin, United States
USD 25.00 to USD 55.20





