The Connection Conference and Event Center

What The Connection Conference and Event Center does

The Connection Conference and Event Center operates a single physical event venue at 1034 Country Club Drive in Wooster, Ohio, situated on the West View Healthy Living senior living campus. The company rents the space for weddings, milestone celebrations, family gatherings, staff trainings and meetings, non-profit events, and broader community functions. It is structured as a wholly-owned subsidiary of West View Healthy Living (wvhl.org), with proceeds explicitly directed toward supporting resident care, well-being programs, and quality-of-life enhancements at the parent organization.

The underlying technology is intentionally non-technological: the venue is built around state-of-the-art A/V equipment, conference and banquet tables, chairs, portable signage, and WiFi infrastructure, supported by on-site staff for setup and operation. Catering is delivered by an in-house chef, and outside food is restricted to licensed caterers, creating an integrated food-service offering. The marketing footprint is limited to a single website (theconnectioninwooster.com), direct phone contact, and inquiry-based lead capture, with no social media presence or third-party distribution.

The business model rests on three revenue streams: one-time venue rental fees (quote-based, varying by event type and duration), professional catering services, and discounted rentals for non-profit organizations. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; customers are acquired through word-of-mouth, community engagement, and direct outreach within the greater Wayne County region. The customer base is segmented into four primary use cases: resident and family gatherings, staff and team use, non-profit partnerships, and community events, with the first two serving internal WVHL demand and the latter two addressing external Wayne County customers.

Name

The Connection Conference and Event Center

Legal name

The Connection Conference and Event Center

Website

https://theconnectioninwooster.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Connection Conference and Event Center operates a single event venue in Wooster, Ohio, on the West View Healthy Living campus, renting space for weddings, meetings, community events, and non-profit gatherings to Wayne County residents, families, and organizations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Food Service Contractors (722310)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues (THAHAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Conference & Convention Center Catering (THAHAKAB)

Keywords

• Conference event venue
• Wedding reception space
• Banquet meeting facility
• Event catering services
• Nonprofit venue rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Wooster

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental: One-time rental fees for hosting events including weddings, celebrations, meetings, conferences, and community gatherings. Pricing is quote-based and varies by event type and duration.
2. Catering Services: On-site chef available to prepare food for events. Food cannot be brought in unless prepared by a licensed caterer, creating an integrated catering offering.
3. Non-Profit Discounted Rentals: Discounted venue use provided to non-profit organizations, with revenue derived from mission-aligned events rather than profit maximization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

The Connection Conference and Event Center rents a single physical venue in Wooster, Ohio for weddings, family celebrations, corporate meetings, conferences, staff retreats, and community gatherings. The venue supplies state-of-the-art A/V equipment, WiFi, tables, chairs, portable signage, and on-site catering through an in-house chef. Discounted rates are offered to non-profit organizations, and event proceeds support the parent organization West View Healthy Living's resident care programs.

Product overview

The Connection Conference and Event Center is a single-venue service offering that provides event hosting across four distinct use cases: Resident & Family Gatherings (milestone celebrations, family gatherings, educational forums, support meetings), Staff & Team Use (employee trainings, staff meetings, retreats, appreciation events), Non-Profit Partnerships (discounted venue access for mission-driven organizations), and Community Events (meetings, celebrations, special events for the broader public). The venue also provides event amenities including state-of-the-art A/V equipment, conference and banquet tables, chairs, portable signage, and catering services with an on-site chef. The center is part of West View Healthy Living and serves the greater Wayne County community in Wooster, Ohio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Resident and Family Gathering Venue Rental Venue rental services for West View Healthy Living residents and their families, supporting milestone celebrations, family gatherings, educational forums, and support meetings.
• Staff and Team Venue Rental Venue rental for West View Healthy Living staff, covering employee trainings, staff meetings, retreats, and appreciation events in a professional, comfortable environment.
• Non-Profit Partnership Venue Rental Discounted venue access provided to fellow non-profit organizations to support mission-driven events and amplify their work throughout the Wayne County region.
• Community Event Venue Rental Venue rental open to the broader community for meetings, celebrations, weddings, and special events, with proceeds supporting West View Healthy Living residents and programs.
• On-Site Catering Services Catering services provided by an on-site chef for events held at the venue, with outside food permitted only when prepared by a licensed caterer.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• West View Healthy LivingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Connection is an integral part of West View Healthy Living (wvhl.org), operating as the organization's conference and event center. Every event hosted advances the West View mission by raising awareness and directly supporting residents through patronage. The center was designed to serve residents, staff, families, and the broader community while sustaining compassionate care and enriching quality of life for residents.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Broad incumbents

• Westin Hotels & Resorts: Premium hotel brand under Marriott with a strong focus on wellness and meetings. Competes for the same corporate events, weddings, and retreats as The Connection, often with on-site catering and A/V.
• Embassy Suites by Hilton: All-suite hotel brand under Hilton, frequently hosting meetings, weddings, and social events with on-site catering and A/V. Overlaps with The Connection's mid-market event and community gathering positioning.
• Hilton Hotels & Resorts: Global hotel major with extensive in-house meeting and event space. Competes for the same corporate, wedding, and social events as The Connection, but as part of a much broader lodging portfolio rather than a dedicated event venue.
• Hyatt Hotels Corporation: Multi-brand hotel operator with significant event and convention space across the U.S. Competes for the same corporate, association, and wedding demand as The Connection, but at a larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Omni Hotels & Resorts: U.S. luxury hotel chain with substantial meeting and event space at most properties. Offers integrated catering and event planning comparable to The Connection's bundled offering, particularly for the corporate and wedding segments.
• Marriott International: The world's largest hotel company, with brands ranging from luxury to select-service, all offering meeting and event facilities. Competes with The Connection for conferences, weddings, and community events, especially in mid-sized markets.
• DoubleTree by Hilton: Upscale Hilton brand with event and meeting space commonly used for weddings, conferences, and community gatherings. Competes with The Connection across the same event categories in mid-sized markets.

Regional players

• Great Wolf Lodge: Indoor waterpark resort chain with significant meeting and event facilities. Comparable to The Connection as a destination event venue serving family gatherings, conferences, and community events in regional markets.
• Kalahari Resorts & Conventions: Ohio-based resort operator with large-scale convention and event facilities anchored around an indoor waterpark. Comparable to The Connection as a regional event venue serving weddings, conferences, and group events, though at a much larger scale.

Direct peers

• NOAH'S Event Venue: A national chain of dedicated private event venues with full-service catering and A/V built into the rental model. Conceptually the closest direct peer to The Connection, offering all-inclusive venue rental for weddings, corporate, and social events.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TheConnectionInWooster
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-connection-conference-event-center

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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