Connect with like-minded business leaders and community members to discuss issues important to the Toledo region over a slice of pie.
Join us for Pizza & Politics: The Power Panel,
a lunchtime conversation exploring the region's energy landscape and the technologies that power it.
Panelists Include:
Maggie Wallen, Project and Community Outreach Specialist - Williams
- Maggie plays a key role in community engagement and infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. Beyond her career, Maggie is dedicated to giving back—she co-chairs the Washington Health System Foundation Charity Ball and serves on the Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania board. Maggie resides in Washington County, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Zach.
M.J. LaPerch, Senior Account Executive - Bloom Energy
- M.J. LaPerch has worked at Bloom Energy since June 2025 but has had a passion for the industry for most of his adult life. Prior to joining Bloom, he worked at a series of management consulting groups. He lives in Shaker Heights with his wife Jenny and three children, Rosie, Michael, and James.
First Solar - Speaker TBA
The panel will be moderated by Kirk Mizerek, Executive Vice President at Palmer Energy.
Tickets for Pizza & Politics are limited, so if you are interested, register today!
Questions? Contact Gabrielle Huff at 567-420-1225 or gabrielle.huff@toledochamber.com.
Event sponorships are available for the 2026 Pizza & Politics series. Reach out to gabrielle.huff@toledochamber.com to discuss sponsorship opportunities!
Presenting Sponsorship | $2,000
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Gold Sponsorship | $1,000
Three (3) attendees to all sessions
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Silver Sponsorship | $500
Two (2) attendees to all sessions
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Bronze Sponsorship | $250
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