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Ohio Third Frontier Fuels High Tech Job Growth
December 17, 2009
The Ohio Business Roundtable has released a new study reporting a 22 percent annual return on investment and supporting renewal of the Ohio Third Frontier, an unprecedented and bipartisan commitment to create new technology-based products, companies, industries and jobs in Ohio.

President of McGinnis, Inc. Finds Perfect Balance in Ohio
December 9, 2009
Ohio’s location has been the key to business and personal success for Rick Griffith, president of McGinnis, Inc.

GE Aviation Investment Strengthens Ohio Aerospace Leadership
November 5, 2009
GE Aviation’s recent announcement of a $200 million revitalization of its Evendale, Ohio headquarters further strengthens Ohio’s global leadership position in the aerospace industry, according to the Ohio Business Development Coalition.

Ohio's Solar Leadership Showcased at Solar Power International
October 27, 2009
Ohio’s existing strengths and significant potential in the solar industry are being showcased to an international audience at Solar Power International, North America’s largest solar industry event. According to the Ohio Business Development Coalition, the nonprofit organization that markets the state for capital investment, Ohio’s solar energy growth, especially in the photovoltaic industry, is evidence of the state’s national leadership position and capability to easily transition to fulfill the jobs of the future.

Ohio Bioscience Industry Leads Midwest, Among Best in Nation
October 21, 2009
While other states jockeyed for position on Business Facilities Magazine’s second-annual Biotechnology Strength Report, Ohio defended its ranking as best in the Midwest and No. 4 in the nation for its strengths in the bioscience industry.

Ohio Third Frontier Turns Ideas Into Businesses of the Future
October 15, 2009
Representatives from Ohio Third Frontier met face-to-face today with entrepreneurs and investors from around the state to discuss Ohio’s venture capital and early stage investment opportunities at the Early Stage Summit V.

Conference: Ohio Emerging Leader in Venture Capital Investment
October 14, 2009
Ohio’s increase in venture capital investment – the only state that has not experienced a decline – is on display Oct. 14-15 at the Ohio Early Stage Summit V, an education and networking event for entrepreneurs and investors from across the country.

Rolls-Royce Investment Accelerates Ohio's Fuel Cell Economy
September 29, 2009
Ohio strengthens global leadership in fuel cell technology with Rolls-Royce fuel cell research investment announcement

Online Magazine Highlights Ohio Innovation and Business News
September 24, 2009
A new online magazine is highlighting the people and businesses that are helping to transition Ohio’s economy for future generations. The bi-weekly publication, hiVelocityMedia.com, shares inspiring stories in a fresh and engaging format about new technology-based products, companies, industries and jobs being created across Ohio.

Executive Shares Why Ohio is Perfect Location for Business
September 23, 2009
Dr. Mark Laskovics, president and chief operating officer of Girindus America Inc., discusses Ohio’s perfect combination of education and environment to build a successful bioscience business in a national advertising campaign for The Wall Street Journal.

Ohio Executive Shares Personal Story in National Ad Campaign
September 16, 2009
Barbara Kunz, president of Battelle's Health and Life Sciences Global Business, discusses Ohio's unique culture of collaboration that has led to her personal and professional success in a national advertising campaign for The Wall Street Journal.

Ohio Third Frontier Saves and Creates 21st Century Jobs
September 2, 2009
The Ohio Third Frontier is providing the funding, business development and workforce development tools needed to spark innovation and create the 21st century jobs that will launch Ohio’s economy into the future.

New Audubon Nature Center Takes Flight in Ohio
August 28, 2009
The Grange Insurance Audubon Center is the latest example of public-private investment supporting creative recreation destinations in Ohio.

Ohio Celebrates 10 Years of Export Growth
August 26, 2009
Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland today recognized the contributions of 27 Ohio export leaders at the Ohio Global Summit, an event sharing successful strategies for global trade by Ohio-based international business experts.

Ohio Third Frontier Drives RFID Technology Investment
August 19, 2009
The Ohio Third Frontier is a main driver supporting new technology investment, innovation and business development in the Dayton’s emerging radio frequency identification (RFID) technology field.

Ohio Executive Discusses Perfect Mix of Work and Down Time
August 12, 2009
Jim Cahill, president of Kimble Manufacturing Company recently talked about his personal and professional achievements in a national advertising campaign for The Wall Street Journal.

Ohio Executive Touts Perfect Work:Life Balance in Ohio
August 5, 2009
Brian Klink, operations manager of Hydrodec North America, recently talked about his personal and professional achievements in a national advertising campaign for The Wall Street Journal.

Ohio Improves Business Climate According to CNBC Report
August 5, 2009
Ohio has improved its national ranking as one America’s top states for business, ranking 29th overall, in the yearly survey conducted by CNBC.

Aerospace Heroes Reunite in Ohio for Apollo Anniversary
July 17, 2009
The first men to walk on the moon will reunite today with 10 crew members from other Apollo manned spaceflight missions at the National Aviation Hall of Fame in Dayton, the birthplace of flight and a national leader in the aerospace industry.

Ohio Executives Truly Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor
July 15, 2009
The president and chief operating officer of AEP Ohio, a unit of American Electric Power and one of Ohio’s largest utilities, recently talked about his personal and professional achievements in a national advertising campaign for The Wall Street Journal.

Ohio Ranks Best in the Midwest for Clean Energy Job Growth
July 14, 2009
A new report released by The Pew Charitable Trusts ranks Ohio best in the Midwest and among the top five states in the nation for job growth in a clean energy economy.

More Companies Find Success in Ohio According to May Report
June 17, 2009
In May, Ohio brought in more business expansion projects than any other state in the nation according to the Conway Data New Plant Database, the official project tracking service of Site Selection magazine. Ohio led all other states with 11 expansion projects.

Ohio Boosts Business through Public-Private Partnerships
June 3, 2009
The state of Ohio is invigorating its economy through strategic public-private partnerships targeting Ohio businesses and making it easier to compete in a 21st Century global economy.

Ohio Ranks Among Top Ten States For Best Tax Environment
April 29, 2009
A third-party report ranks Ohio’s tax environment best in the Midwest, and among the top ten in the nation, for its ability to promote small business development and entrepreneurship.

Ohio Launches OhioInSite.com for Capital Investment Prospects
April 23, 2009
OhioInSite.com uses Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, which allows users to quickly and easily identify the optimal location, down to a specific property, for any capital investment project in Ohio.

Dayton Region Launches "H2Open For Business" Campaign
April 21, 2009
The Dayton Region Monday launched a new business development campaign based on a key resource that’s always been present, but not always recognized – water.

The Ohio Promise is the New "American Dream"
April 1, 2009
A new study shows that Americans’ definition of success is changing from the more traditional and materialistic “American Dream” to a focus on a balanced life. Balance is rated more important than career, money and material possession.

Ohio Leveraging National Leadership in Aerospace and Logistics
March 18, 2009
The State of Ohio is expanding its national leadership in the aerospace and logistics industries through strategic economic development investments, including redevelopment of the Wilmington Air Park, the nation’s largest privately owned airport.

Ohio Reaches Global Audience Through Thriving Export Industry
March 17, 2009
New numbers from the U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration show Ohio's export industry grew by nearly 7 percent in 2008 to $45.5 billion, making Ohio the seventh largest exporting state in the nation.

Ohio Wins Third Consecutive Governor's Cup Award
March 10, 2009
Site Selection Magazine, one of the nation’s leading location assistance publications, has awarded the state of Ohio its third consecutive Governor’s Cup Award for leading the nation in new and expanded facilities in 2008.

Ohio Celebrates Aerospace Industry, Apollo 11 40th Anniversary
March 4, 2009
Ohio will celebrate its national leadership in the aerospace industry and honor the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 flight as it presents the Reel Stuff Film Festival, in Dayton, Ohio, at Ohio’s National Aviation Hall of Fame.

Ohio Ranks Best in the Midwest for Education
January 28, 2009
A third-party report conducted by Education Week ranks Ohio’s education opportunities and outcomes best in the Midwest and sixth overall compared with 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Ohio's Tax Environment Ranks Best in the Midwest
January 20, 2009
A third-party report ranks Ohio’s tax environment best in the Midwest, and says that the state’s newly revamped tax structure is designed to promote small business development and entrepreneurship.