Small Office Home Office (SOHO) - Why Volunteerism & Service Make Sense for Business

Nevin Bansal, President & CEO of Outreach Promotional Solutions, will discuss the reasons businesses give back, Small Biz Cares and the benefits the the business & team on why volunteerism and service make sense for business.

Nevin is the Founder and CEO of Outreach Promotional Solutions, a Columbus-based, award-winning marketing agency that provides marketing products and creative services for businesses and nonprofits. Nevin is also the founder and Executive Director or Small Biz Cares, a nonprofit that engages small businesses for philanthropy and community impact.

Nevin has almost 20 years of diverse corporate and small business experiences in marketing, finance, operations, accounting, and strategy. Prior to starting his own business, Nevin worked at Nationwide Insurance, where he held several roles including Management Associate in Nationwide’s Financial Leadership Program, Senior Consultant in Corporate Strategy and Finance Director supporting the Chief Technology Officer. Nevin is also a Certified Public Accountant and worked as a Senior Tax Advisor for a Cleveland-based accounting firm.

Nevin has his undergraduate degree from Kent State University and an MBA with honors from the Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business. While at Fisher, Nevin received the PaceSetter Award, given to the top 2% of the college for academics and leadership.

Nevin is an active volunteer in the business community. In addition to serving as Executive Director and Chairman of Small Biz Cares, Nevin is a Board Member for the Greater Cleveland Partnership and the Council of Smaller Enterprises. Nevin is a former member of the Columbus Chamber Small Business Council and the Fisher College of Business Alumni Board. Nevin is also a member of the inaugural class of Columbus CEO’s Future 50, which recognizes innovative and creative leaders who are making a difference in Central Ohio.

Nevin has been featured in various media outlets including radio, TV, print, podcasts and digital publications.

Nevin’s energy and satisfaction comes from working with businesses, nonprofits and the community to solve problems, build partnerships, grow revenue and make a difference in the community. Nevin’s greatest joy comes from his family and the support from his wife and twin girls. Nevin enjoys travel, sports, poker and spending time with friends and family.