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Copen Machine stands out as a beacon of excellence in the realm of precision parts manufacturing, earning the trust of a diverse array of industries such as commercial, industrial, automotive, private arms, defense, security, and medical sectors. With an unwavering commitment to quality, Copen Machine ensures that every component is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, meeting the highest standards and competitive pricing. Their dedication to precision means that each order, regardless of size, is approached with the same level of care and expertise, allowing clients to focus on their core operations, secure in the knowledge that their parts are being handled by true professionals.
AMETEK is a leading global provider of differentiated electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. The company applies technology and innovation to simplify complex challenges globally. AMETEK is a worldwide leader in advanced analytical, test, and measurement instrumentation for markets like energy, aerospace, medical, power, research, and industrial. They also supply automation and precision motion control solutions. AMETEK drives innovation across all stages of semiconductor development, aiming for a safer, sustainable, and more productive world. The company targets niche markets aligned with secular growth trends, operates with a strong, decentralized, performance-driven culture.
100 Women Who Care Portage County is a locally-focused giving circle in Portage County, Ohio, where women join together to quickly impact local charities through collective giving. The group meets quarterly to hear short presentations from nonprofits, cast a vote, and each member contributes a fixed donation—enabling a significant check to be issued to the winning organization. Since its launch in 2018, it has raised more than $80,000 for community causes, supporting groups addressing issues like food insecurity, domestic violence, and youth outreach. By uniting time-pressed women in philanthropy, it offers an efficient, powerful way to support local nonprofits.
Located in downtown Kent at 135 E Erie St., Tree City Coffee & Pastry opened its doors in 2011 with a mission to provide a genuine community-oriented coffeehouse experience for both town and university patrons. They emphasize ethical sourcing through direct-trade and fair-trade coffees, freshly baked in-house pastries each morning, and a broad menu spanning specialty espresso drinks to savory breakfast sandwiches. With its warm vibe, carefully curated offerings, and commitment to local community support—including donations to schools, the university, and first-responders—Tree City stands out as a beloved Kent gathering spot.