The Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE), a one-stop resource for small-business member companies. COSE provides cost-effective group-purchasing programs, advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues, and resources focused on helping companies grow.

COSE is one of Ohio’s largest small business support organizations, striving to help small businesses grow and maintain their independence. Comprised of more than 17,000 member companies, COSE has a long history of fighting for the rights of all small business owners, whether it’s through group purchasing programs for health care, workers’ compensation, or energy, advocating for specific changes in legislation or regulation to benefit small business, or providing a forum and resource for small businesses to connect with and learn from each other.

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COSE's headquarters in Cleveland, OH, United States

Megan Kim

Gina Messina

Carol Caruso

Linda Ferguson

Abigail Maier

Liz Hersh

The Leadership Team at COSE oversees strategic planning, decision-making, and the execution of initiatives to support small-business member companies. They are responsible for driving the organization’s advocacy efforts, managing group-purchasing programs, and ensuring the provision of valuable resources to help small businesses grow and thrive. The team collaborates to influence legislative and regulatory changes, enhance member services, and foster a conducive environment for small business success.

Leadership Team

The Advocacy and Network Leaders team at COSE is dedicated to championing the interests of small businesses through legislative and regulatory advocacy, as well as fostering vibrant networks within the business community. Comprised of leaders specializing in various sectors, the team actively engages with policymakers to enact favorable changes, organizes forums for peer learning, and spearheads tailored initiatives to support home businesses, arts enterprises, and other niche groups.

Advocacy and Network Leaders

The Business Development team at COSE focuses on forming strategic partnerships and driving growth initiatives for small-business member companies. This team engages in proactive outreach to recruit new members, fosters relationships with existing members to ensure their needs are met, and collaborates on developing programs and resources that aid in business growth and sustainability. By promoting COSE's group purchasing programs and advocacy efforts, the team enhances the value proposition for small businesses and supports their ongoing success.

The Membership Development Team at COSE is responsible for expanding and maintaining the organization's membership base. This team works on recruiting new small-business members, engaging current members to ensure they are benefiting from COSE's services, and strategizing on ways to enhance member retention. They also collaborate on marketing initiatives to highlight COSE's resources and programs, aiming to provide optimal value to small-business owners.

Membership Development Team

The Operations Team at COSE is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities and ensuring the smooth functioning of all operational processes. This includes managing group purchasing programs, coordinating resources for member companies, and maintaining the infrastructure needed for service delivery. The team works collaboratively to support the implementation of strategic initiatives, optimize efficiency, and address any operational challenges to better serve the member companies.



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COSE

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Teams

Leadership Team

Advocacy and Network Leaders

Business Development

Membership Development Team

Operations Team

Offices

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