Economic & Community Development Updates

Apprenticeships are a great way to fill your talent pipeline!

Ohio companies looking to accelerate their projects and cultivate a future talent pipeline can leverage a powerful resource: the College Technology Internship Program (CTIP), offered through the Ohio Department of Development.

Governor DeWine Announces Launch of Child Care Cred Program to Support Families and Employers

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Director Kara Wente today announced the launch of the Child Care Cred Program, a $10 million program making child care more affordable for working families while helping Ohio businesses strengthen their workforce.

For local businesses seeking to build a strong talent pipeline, reduce hiring costs, and gain extra hands for immediate projects, partnering with Ohio Hi-Point Career Center (OHP) through its Work-Based Learning (WBL) program is an essential strategy.

Friday, December 19, 2025; 8:30 AM; Kenton Elks Lodge

Featured Speaker: Matt Davis, RGP Topic: Development Sites

Overview | Office of Workforce Development, Ohio Department of Job & Family Services

The search for top-tier STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and technical talent is a national challenge. To give Ohio businesses a competitive edge in securing the skilled workforce needed for future growth, JobsOhio has launched a powerful new initiative: the JobsOhio Relocation Incentive.

Getting your site shovel-ready and attracting developers.

Here is a breakdown of shovel-ready site indicators. The more known variables there are regarding a site, the less risk there is to a potential developer.

Support | Incentives | Grants

Resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs are available to help you start your business and to expand when it is time to grow.

Read on to find out about some available grants for small businesses.

Read on to find out about some available grants for small businesses.