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- CSX set financial records in 2005, with revenues reaching $8.6 billion and operating income over $1.5 billion, up from 2004.
- Operations also improved, with a 25% drop in employee injuries and lower train accidents. The ONE Plan for network optimization made progress.
- However, Hurricane Katrina damaged Gulf Coast infrastructure, though there were no employee fatalities or serious injuries. Employees worked to rebuild damaged infrastructure.
- For 2006, CSX plans a 40% increase in capital spending to $1.4 billion to expand transportation capacity and support double-digit growth in operating income, earnings, and free cash flow over five years.
2008 City of Corona Economic Development BrochureDarrell Talbert
The City of Corona is located in Southern California and has experienced significant economic and population growth. It has become a hub for business in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties due to its strategic location near major highways and transportation infrastructure. Corona has attracted many new companies through its business-friendly policies and programs like Team Corona, which provides assistance to both new and existing businesses. The city also offers a high quality of life for residents, with good schools, parks, and a diverse housing supply to support its growing population.
This newsletter article discusses several workforce development initiatives in the region. It introduces Shana Overdorf as the new manager of a joint literacy and lifelong learning project. It also summarizes a new regional workforce development website and videos produced to promote allied health careers. Additionally, it discusses workforce board members retiring, a home energy upgrade program, and the upcoming launch of a regional literacy campaign.
The Miami office market remains in flux as the local economy struggles from the housing downturn. In 2009 and Q1 2010, 2.3 million square feet of new office space was added to the market, with a total vacancy rate of 56.5%, well above the county average of 16.5%. Two new buildings delivered in Q1 2010 contributed to increased vacancy. The three new buildings in the CBD are pre-certified LEED but have high vacancy rates, reflecting reluctance of companies to commit during economic uncertainty. Landlords are pursuing LEED certification and renovations to distinguish properties.
The Columbus Region Monthly Economic Update reports on the job growth progress of Columbus 2020 and its local and regional partners. This update also features the successes of: Information Control Company, a nationally recognized lead provider of enterprise technology solutions that will add 100 new jobs; ELOQUII, a contemporary women's apparel retailer that will expand its Columbus presence by 40 new jobs; and Beam Technologies, a data-drien startup that will relocate its headquarters to Columbus after a $5 million investment from Drive Capital.
The document provides an economic update for the Columbus region for July 2013. It summarizes project and business development activity for the month, including 18 new projects started and 39 business retention and expansion visits conducted. Data on job numbers, unemployment rates, housing sales, and commercial real estate vacancy rates and rents for the region is also presented. Case studies highlight new investments and expansions by companies like Lululemon, Avnet, and InfoMotion Sports Technologies.
- CSX set financial records in 2005, with revenues reaching $8.6 billion and operating income over $1.5 billion, up from 2004.
- Operations also improved, with a 25% drop in employee injuries and lower train accidents. The ONE Plan for network optimization made progress.
- However, Hurricane Katrina damaged Gulf Coast infrastructure, though there were no employee fatalities or serious injuries. Employees worked to rebuild damaged infrastructure.
- For 2006, CSX plans a 40% increase in capital spending to $1.4 billion to expand transportation capacity and support double-digit growth in operating income, earnings, and free cash flow over five years.
2008 City of Corona Economic Development BrochureDarrell Talbert
The City of Corona is located in Southern California and has experienced significant economic and population growth. It has become a hub for business in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties due to its strategic location near major highways and transportation infrastructure. Corona has attracted many new companies through its business-friendly policies and programs like Team Corona, which provides assistance to both new and existing businesses. The city also offers a high quality of life for residents, with good schools, parks, and a diverse housing supply to support its growing population.
This newsletter article discusses several workforce development initiatives in the region. It introduces Shana Overdorf as the new manager of a joint literacy and lifelong learning project. It also summarizes a new regional workforce development website and videos produced to promote allied health careers. Additionally, it discusses workforce board members retiring, a home energy upgrade program, and the upcoming launch of a regional literacy campaign.
The Miami office market remains in flux as the local economy struggles from the housing downturn. In 2009 and Q1 2010, 2.3 million square feet of new office space was added to the market, with a total vacancy rate of 56.5%, well above the county average of 16.5%. Two new buildings delivered in Q1 2010 contributed to increased vacancy. The three new buildings in the CBD are pre-certified LEED but have high vacancy rates, reflecting reluctance of companies to commit during economic uncertainty. Landlords are pursuing LEED certification and renovations to distinguish properties.
The Columbus Region Monthly Economic Update reports on the job growth progress of Columbus 2020 and its local and regional partners. This update also features the successes of: Information Control Company, a nationally recognized lead provider of enterprise technology solutions that will add 100 new jobs; ELOQUII, a contemporary women's apparel retailer that will expand its Columbus presence by 40 new jobs; and Beam Technologies, a data-drien startup that will relocate its headquarters to Columbus after a $5 million investment from Drive Capital.
The document provides an economic update for the Columbus region for July 2013. It summarizes project and business development activity for the month, including 18 new projects started and 39 business retention and expansion visits conducted. Data on job numbers, unemployment rates, housing sales, and commercial real estate vacancy rates and rents for the region is also presented. Case studies highlight new investments and expansions by companies like Lululemon, Avnet, and InfoMotion Sports Technologies.
The document summarizes Veolia Environnement's first half 2009 results. Key points include operating cash flow of €1.978 million, a decline in recurring operating income of 22.2% due to the economic environment, and progress on their 2010 Efficiency Plan and asset disposal program. Veolia maintains their commitments for 2009 and continues developing the Group through contracts and strategic transactions.
The Epoch Times _ The Salon du Cin_ma_ A Success Beyond ExpectationsFrederic Eger
The first Paris Film Expo or Salon du Cinema was held from January 12-14 and was a success beyond the organizers' expectations, drawing a crowd of 50,000 visitors. The expo aimed to celebrate French and international cinema in a similar way to the Cannes Film Festival. Visitors could meet and take photos with famous French actors and directors. The inaugural reception was attended by France's Minister of Culture and the Moroccan Minister of Communication. Overall, the expo provided a forum for cinema professionals and the public to discuss upcoming films and the French film industry.
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- Bill Smithers is the CEO and co-founder of CB/USA, a group purchasing organization for custom and independent homebuilders, with over 24 years of experience in homebuilding.
- Custom and independent homebuilders typically pay too much for materials and labor due to a lack of purchasing power from their relatively small volume and limited systems for accurate pricing comparisons.
- CB/USA addresses these issues by providing a national network and online tools that allow members to leverage their combined purchasing power, obtain competitive pricing through accurate comparisons, and reduce costs.
This presentation was given at the 2011 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. It summarized the Town of Hilton Head Island's beach management program, which includes regular beach monitoring, renourishment projects using nearby sand sources, and stabilizing structures. The program has widened beaches, increased recreation areas, and protected development from erosion at a total cost of $40 million. Future projects aim to maintain current beach conditions with smaller volumes of sand rather than continual widening.
Hidden Champions of the 21st Century: Success Strategies of Unknown World Mar...aulapolska
The document discusses hidden champions, which are unknown world market leaders that have revenues below $4 billion and are top 3 in the world or number 1 in their continent in a niche market. It provides examples of hidden champions from Poland and discusses their characteristics, including ambitious goals for growth and market leadership, a focus on depth over breadth in their value chains, and an emphasis on innovation, closeness to customers, and globalization in their success strategies.
How To Upload Contacts, Add Contacts As Connections And Tag Your Contacts On ...Cynthia Johnson
The document provides instructions for uploading contacts to LinkedIn in 3 ways: 1) Syncing email, contacts, or calendars, 2) Syncing mobile apps, 3) Importing contact files. It then explains how to add the uploaded contacts as connections on LinkedIn and tag contacts for easier searching and filtering. The final sections thank the reader and provide author contact information.
The document discusses how crafts are enjoyable and creative for kids, helping to develop their imagination. Some crafts are also educational, teaching kids about shapes, numbers, science, and other topics through hands-on projects. The website Smiley Riley provides various craft ideas and other activities to offer safe, educational entertainment and surfing experiences for children.
The Cathedral High School annual ShamrAuction fundraiser raised over $560,000, breaking both attendance and fundraising records. More than 830 guests attended the event, enjoying entertainment and auctions. The proceeds will support tuition assistance, academic programs, student activities, and faculty development. A special fundraising request also raised over $53,000 for a new chemistry lab. In total, various Cathedral fundraising events contribute over half a million dollars annually to supplement the school's $2.5 million cost.
Investor Update - December 2013 - Kenny McDonald PresentationOne Columbus
Columbus 2020 chief economic officer Kenny McDonald presented the latest progress toward the organization's goals to investors and ED411 attendees on December 6, 2013.
Columbus 2020's Annual Report includes facts and figures on job growth in Columbus, major projects completed in 2011, and everything else you want to know about Columbus economic development.
This document is a 2013 economic development report for the Columbus region that outlines the region's growth strategy. It discusses Columbus 2020, a public-private partnership focused on attracting businesses and jobs to the region. The report provides updates on progress towards Columbus 2020's goals for job creation, capital investment, and per capita income by 2020. It also profiles economic development efforts and success stories in attracting companies like IBM to open new facilities in the region.
Driving Economic Growth in the MidwestOne Columbus
The Columbus region is becoming one of the most dynamic metro areas in the country. Nearly 190 companies have chosen to locate or expand in Columbus in the last 18 months, bringing over 22,000 new jobs. Columbus' central location, robust transportation network, and access to talent from nearby universities give it a strategic advantage for attracting technology and advanced manufacturing companies. Several companies, including an IT consulting firm and online retailer, recently expanded in Columbus due to the business-friendly environment, availability of skilled workers, and lower costs compared to other parts of the country.
Project Amplify | Talent Aquisition & Cultivation in Columbus, GeorgiaAidan T. Anderson
A concise report aimed at constructing a framework around the current economic trends in Columbus, Georgia. We suggest two strategies. First, leveraging new multimedia platforms to spotlight the attributes of Columbus, GA most attractive to business site selectors. Second, establishing a program aimed at engaging idle youth in the community through a mixture of brief academic and experiential opportunities.
Colombia offers a strategic location, qualified workforce, and world-class infrastructure that make it well-suited for shared services centers. Key advantages include its central location between major business hubs; skilled professionals in fields like business, engineering, and languages; robust data infrastructure with 10 submarine cables; and a stable, pro-business environment with incentives like VAT exemptions. Major companies like Holcim, Diageo, Johnson & Johnson, and AIG have established shared services centers in Colombia, citing the country's talented workforce, economic and political stability, and potential for growth in the region.
Columbia, South Carolina is a growing city with a strong economy and workforce. It has six major universities, low taxes, and a central location on the East Coast. Columbia is focused on attracting new businesses through public-private partnerships and developing office and residential space downtown.
Site Selection Magazine named Columbus 2020 an honorable mention in its annual "Top Economic Development Groups" list for 2011. As a relatively new economic development entity for the 11-county Columbus region, this recognition highlights Columbus 2020's early success in generating over 150 qualified projects and hosting 50 companies considering the region in its first year. The organization was evaluated based on metrics like new jobs and investment created. Columbus 2020's progress stood out among national economic development peers for its innovation, leadership, and execution of an aggressive economic development strategy.
The document summarizes Veolia Environnement's first half 2009 results. Key points include operating cash flow of €1.978 million, a decline in recurring operating income of 22.2% due to the economic environment, and progress on their 2010 Efficiency Plan and asset disposal program. Veolia maintains their commitments for 2009 and continues developing the Group through contracts and strategic transactions.
The Epoch Times _ The Salon du Cin_ma_ A Success Beyond ExpectationsFrederic Eger
The first Paris Film Expo or Salon du Cinema was held from January 12-14 and was a success beyond the organizers' expectations, drawing a crowd of 50,000 visitors. The expo aimed to celebrate French and international cinema in a similar way to the Cannes Film Festival. Visitors could meet and take photos with famous French actors and directors. The inaugural reception was attended by France's Minister of Culture and the Moroccan Minister of Communication. Overall, the expo provided a forum for cinema professionals and the public to discuss upcoming films and the French film industry.
We will like to introduce our company to your esteemed organization seeking for an opportunity to associate with your brand as an official stand designer for your upcoming Exhibitions in India - Russia - Europe - Africa - North America - China - Indonesia - GCC - Srilanka - USA - Indonesia - Turkey.
We are FLINTSTONES MEDIA:
People who take pride in their work, believe in growing along with their clients by providing 360 Degree Media Solutions. Initiated just a couple of years ago, we can confidently say that clients who come to us stay with us. And that this is only the beginning.
We are a teamwork:
A combination of professionalism and young, energetic minds. A blend of acute attention to details and on the other hand, thinking BIG. A unique concoction of adapting with the times and good old-fashioned values.
What we do:
Well, everything and anything media-related that you can imagine. And lots of things you won’t imagine. That’s what brings to us new clients and maintains with us our existing customer-base.
- Bill Smithers is the CEO and co-founder of CB/USA, a group purchasing organization for custom and independent homebuilders, with over 24 years of experience in homebuilding.
- Custom and independent homebuilders typically pay too much for materials and labor due to a lack of purchasing power from their relatively small volume and limited systems for accurate pricing comparisons.
- CB/USA addresses these issues by providing a national network and online tools that allow members to leverage their combined purchasing power, obtain competitive pricing through accurate comparisons, and reduce costs.
This presentation was given at the 2011 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. It summarized the Town of Hilton Head Island's beach management program, which includes regular beach monitoring, renourishment projects using nearby sand sources, and stabilizing structures. The program has widened beaches, increased recreation areas, and protected development from erosion at a total cost of $40 million. Future projects aim to maintain current beach conditions with smaller volumes of sand rather than continual widening.
Hidden Champions of the 21st Century: Success Strategies of Unknown World Mar...aulapolska
The document discusses hidden champions, which are unknown world market leaders that have revenues below $4 billion and are top 3 in the world or number 1 in their continent in a niche market. It provides examples of hidden champions from Poland and discusses their characteristics, including ambitious goals for growth and market leadership, a focus on depth over breadth in their value chains, and an emphasis on innovation, closeness to customers, and globalization in their success strategies.
How To Upload Contacts, Add Contacts As Connections And Tag Your Contacts On ...Cynthia Johnson
The document provides instructions for uploading contacts to LinkedIn in 3 ways: 1) Syncing email, contacts, or calendars, 2) Syncing mobile apps, 3) Importing contact files. It then explains how to add the uploaded contacts as connections on LinkedIn and tag contacts for easier searching and filtering. The final sections thank the reader and provide author contact information.
The document discusses how crafts are enjoyable and creative for kids, helping to develop their imagination. Some crafts are also educational, teaching kids about shapes, numbers, science, and other topics through hands-on projects. The website Smiley Riley provides various craft ideas and other activities to offer safe, educational entertainment and surfing experiences for children.
The Cathedral High School annual ShamrAuction fundraiser raised over $560,000, breaking both attendance and fundraising records. More than 830 guests attended the event, enjoying entertainment and auctions. The proceeds will support tuition assistance, academic programs, student activities, and faculty development. A special fundraising request also raised over $53,000 for a new chemistry lab. In total, various Cathedral fundraising events contribute over half a million dollars annually to supplement the school's $2.5 million cost.
Investor Update - December 2013 - Kenny McDonald PresentationOne Columbus
Columbus 2020 chief economic officer Kenny McDonald presented the latest progress toward the organization's goals to investors and ED411 attendees on December 6, 2013.
Columbus 2020's Annual Report includes facts and figures on job growth in Columbus, major projects completed in 2011, and everything else you want to know about Columbus economic development.
This document is a 2013 economic development report for the Columbus region that outlines the region's growth strategy. It discusses Columbus 2020, a public-private partnership focused on attracting businesses and jobs to the region. The report provides updates on progress towards Columbus 2020's goals for job creation, capital investment, and per capita income by 2020. It also profiles economic development efforts and success stories in attracting companies like IBM to open new facilities in the region.
Driving Economic Growth in the MidwestOne Columbus
The Columbus region is becoming one of the most dynamic metro areas in the country. Nearly 190 companies have chosen to locate or expand in Columbus in the last 18 months, bringing over 22,000 new jobs. Columbus' central location, robust transportation network, and access to talent from nearby universities give it a strategic advantage for attracting technology and advanced manufacturing companies. Several companies, including an IT consulting firm and online retailer, recently expanded in Columbus due to the business-friendly environment, availability of skilled workers, and lower costs compared to other parts of the country.
Project Amplify | Talent Aquisition & Cultivation in Columbus, GeorgiaAidan T. Anderson
A concise report aimed at constructing a framework around the current economic trends in Columbus, Georgia. We suggest two strategies. First, leveraging new multimedia platforms to spotlight the attributes of Columbus, GA most attractive to business site selectors. Second, establishing a program aimed at engaging idle youth in the community through a mixture of brief academic and experiential opportunities.
Colombia offers a strategic location, qualified workforce, and world-class infrastructure that make it well-suited for shared services centers. Key advantages include its central location between major business hubs; skilled professionals in fields like business, engineering, and languages; robust data infrastructure with 10 submarine cables; and a stable, pro-business environment with incentives like VAT exemptions. Major companies like Holcim, Diageo, Johnson & Johnson, and AIG have established shared services centers in Colombia, citing the country's talented workforce, economic and political stability, and potential for growth in the region.
Columbia, South Carolina is a growing city with a strong economy and workforce. It has six major universities, low taxes, and a central location on the East Coast. Columbia is focused on attracting new businesses through public-private partnerships and developing office and residential space downtown.
Site Selection Magazine named Columbus 2020 an honorable mention in its annual "Top Economic Development Groups" list for 2011. As a relatively new economic development entity for the 11-county Columbus region, this recognition highlights Columbus 2020's early success in generating over 150 qualified projects and hosting 50 companies considering the region in its first year. The organization was evaluated based on metrics like new jobs and investment created. Columbus 2020's progress stood out among national economic development peers for its innovation, leadership, and execution of an aggressive economic development strategy.
The Columbus Region Monthly Economic Update reports on the job growth progress of Columbus 2020 and its local and regional partners. This update also features the successes of: Alliance Data Retail Systems, one of the nation's leading providers of branded credit card programs, that will add 700 high-paying positions; Pier 1 Imports, which will open an e-commerce fulfillment center to complement its existing Columbus Region distribution center and add 165 new jobs; and Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea, which plans to double its workforce to 40 and expand into a second facility.
The annual report summarizes Caroline County's economic development and tourism efforts in 2009, a difficult year due to the economic downturn. Key accomplishments included bringing three significant business projects to announcement, being involved in two other recruitment efforts, advancing a transformative rail project, and assisting nine small business investments. Tourism efforts included organizing an All America City trip that led to the county winning the designation, operating a new visitor center, and growing tourism spending the most in the region over five years. Despite budget cuts and the struggling economy, the county achieved economic progress through recruitment, projects, and tourism.
This document appears to be an annual report from Columbus2020, an economic development organization for the Columbus Region. It summarizes the organization's activities and achievements in 2012, which included executing business development missions, visiting existing companies, and managing over 250 business projects that resulted in 111 new locations, expansions or retentions. It provides updates on progress made towards the organization's 10-year goals for job creation, capital investment, and increasing per capita income. The report also recognizes awards and accolades the region received and lists some of the major companies that expanded in the region during 2012.
Columbus 2020 has hired Victor Thorne as the new Managing Director of Strategic Development. In this role, Thorne will help grow Columbus' reputation as a top location for entrepreneurs to launch innovative ventures. Thorne has experience in both investment and operations at large companies and startups. He most recently worked at TechColumbus and Ohio TechAngel Funds, and co-founded an investment management firm and a leading supply chain management company. Thorne has an MBA from Northwestern and participated in Harvard Business School's executive program in supply chain management.
Kenny McDonald, president and chief economic officer of Columbus 2020, shares the latest economic progress in the Columbus Region and what's on his mind that will impact that Region's economy.
Colwood economic-development-strategy-finalSandra Russell
The document provides an economic development strategy for the City of Colwood. It finds that Colwood is forecasted to grow substantially in population and employment by 2038. A situational analysis revealed Colwood has a growing workforce in management occupations and knowledge-based businesses, but faces challenges from high tax rates and limited commercial/industrial land. The strategy utilized stakeholder consultation and analysis of political, economic, social, technological, legal, environmental and demographic factors to develop goals and actions to capitalize on opportunities and address issues, with the aim of sustainably growing Colwood's economy.
Fort Collins, Colorado has a thriving tech community centered around established companies like Avago Technologies and startups like Madwire. It offers a talented workforce from nearby Colorado State University and a high quality of life. Lincoln, Nebraska also has a growing tech sector focused on startups in areas like sports tech and benefits from proximity to Omaha's resources. Provo, Utah attracts tech companies with a low cost of living and talent from local universities, and its startup community has produced unicorns like Qualtrics. Tacoma, Washington provides access to the Seattle market while benefiting from resources like the University of Washington's tech programs and data centers located nearby.
The document provides an economic update for the Columbus region in April 2014. It summarizes key economic indicators such as job growth, capital investment projects, and first-time business visits. Specific projects highlighted include an $834,000 expansion by Merrill Corporation that retained 185 jobs and a $14 million distribution center project by AmerisourceBergen that will create 100 jobs. Unemployment claims continued to decline in April and the regional unemployment rate fell to 5%.
Check out this mailer we distributed with some samples of our hometown Jeni's Ice Cream. Don't miss the second page with some great info about the Columbus region!
The document is a draft economic development strategy for the City of Colwood. It outlines that Colwood's population is projected to grow significantly by 2038 and it will need to attract high-value jobs and investment to support this growth. The strategy involves analyzing Colwood's current economic situation and engaging stakeholders to develop goals and actions to stimulate and diversify the local economy in a sustainable way. It considers factors such as leveraging the city's quality of life and natural assets, redeveloping key areas, and improving competitiveness through strategies such as reducing tax rates for businesses.
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Labor Market Data and Workforce Tips for EmployersOne Columbus
The document provides information about labor market data and workforce tips for employers. It discusses talent resources that local economic development organizations can tap into, including reviewing employer job postings, profiles, and hiring trends. It also discusses education and training resources in the community that employers have used to address their talent needs. The document then provides an overview of the public workforce system in Ohio, including local workforce development boards and OhioMeansJobs centers. It describes the services available through these resources for both job seekers and businesses.
Move the employee to the job or the job to the employee?One Columbus
Mobility is essential for accessing jobs, healthcare, and education. Central Ohio is growing rapidly and experiencing increased traffic congestion. This document discusses mobility challenges and solutions from the perspectives of transportation providers and local communities. It provides examples of on-demand transit pilots and shuttles that improve access to jobs. The future of mobility will involve more compact development, multi-modal corridors, and mobility innovations to accommodate population growth while preserving open spaces and lowering costs and environmental impacts. Partnerships across sectors are key to implementing the region's long-term mobility vision.
The document discusses defining and achieving prosperity for a region through economic development. It provides context on past economic development successes over 30 years that transformed farmland into commercial areas with major employers. It emphasizes the importance of having an economic development strategic plan to assess strengths and challenges, engage stakeholders, prioritize resources, and define metrics for accountability and success. The plan helps provide predictability, speed and savings for clients and constituents.
DHL’s North American Headquarters – Why We Chose WestervilleOne Columbus
DHL chose Westerville, Ohio as the location for its North American headquarters for several reasons:
1) Westerville had existing infrastructure like office and medical space that could support DHL's needs as well as a skilled workforce.
2) The city worked collaboratively with DHL throughout the process, from the initial site selection through construction and branding of the new headquarters building.
3) Westerville had prepared itself as a business-friendly community through retaining existing employers, developing business amenities, and maintaining infrastructure to be ready when opportunities arose.
This document provides an agenda and information for a creative projects and centric solutions meeting. The agenda includes discussions on PACE financing for energy efficiency, JobsOhio's customized solutions, and building creative solutions for clients. Jeremy Druhot from the Columbus-Franklin County Finance Authority will discuss PACE financing and how it can be used to modernize commercial properties. Matt Deptola from JobsOhio will provide an introduction to JobsOhio and examples of funding tools and trends. Scott Ziance, a partner at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP, will discuss developing creative project solutions and challenges in paying for creative solutions such as new community authorities. The document concludes with discussing a potential case study involving corporate offices
This document outlines Columbus' economic development vision and progress to date:
- By 2020, Columbus aimed to be a fast-growing, innovative regional economy led by emerging industries and talent.
- The Columbus 2020 initiative exceeded its goals by attracting over 45,000 jobs and $1.77B in payroll from 2018 projects.
- Columbus has experienced some of the fastest private sector job, population, and GDP growth among Midwest cities.
- Looking ahead, a new long-term regional strategy will focus on sustaining economic momentum, realizing innovation potential, and ensuring inclusive prosperity. Business and community input will help define new goals.
The document discusses disruption in the Columbus region from automation and outlines strategies to sustain economic momentum. Key points include:
- Automation could threaten tens of thousands of jobs in industries like automotive, manufacturing, e-commerce, finance and insurance.
- The Columbus region has unrealized innovation capacity as seen in strong entrepreneurial performance, vehicles for innovation like universities and research institutions, but room for growth in areas like R&D expenditures, patent production, and venture capital funding.
- Connectivity must increase through more direct international flights, growing export activity, and attracting more foreign direct investment to integrate the region globally.
Columbus 2020 Investor Update | April 2018 | Tom PetersOne Columbus
Tom Peters, author of The Excellence Dividend: Meeting the Tech Tide with Work That Wows and Jobs That Last, shared insights from his book and how they be applied in the Columbus Region.
The document discusses how big data will impact transportation through the concept of a "Zero Dollar Car". It describes how vehicle connectivity and data collection from sensors could allow car manufacturers to offer vehicles for $0 up front by subsidizing the cost through data monetization and selling packaged sensor data. Two scenarios are presented: 1) Selling sensor packages separately could generate $60,000 in revenue. 2) An ecosystem subsidy of $5,500 per year for 5 years could also offset the $27,500 base price of a vehicle. The document argues this model could make new vehicles affordable through data revenue streams.
ED411 | 2017 | Track 5: Is Your Economic Development Toolkit Current and Comp...One Columbus
This document summarizes an economic development conference call. It discusses Ohio's economic development incentives including JobsOhio programs, local property tax abatements, enterprise zones, and tax increment financing. It also provides an overview of Cincinnati's analysis of its economic development incentives and recommendations to improve the process. Specific development projects like White Castle's redevelopment in Columbus are mentioned. Recent and potential state legislative activity is also summarized.
This document discusses the redevelopment of several properties in Newark, Ohio through public-private partnerships. It describes a housing development called The Residences at Career Gateway that provides affordable housing using Low Income Housing Tax Credits. It also discusses workforce development initiatives in partnership with local organizations. Finally, it summarizes Mayor Jeff Hall's vision for revitalizing downtown Newark through projects focused on attracting millennials, improving walkability, and stimulating economic growth.
ED411 | 2017 | Track 1: The Site Selection Short ListOne Columbus
This document provides an overview of key considerations for developing a balanced economic development agenda. It discusses evaluating objectives and strategy, analyzing strengths and weaknesses, ensuring adequate funding, measuring return on investment, effectively executing programs, holding stakeholders accountable, benchmarking performance against peers, and continually improving based on metrics. The goal is to attract new businesses while retaining existing companies in a sustainable manner through strategic planning, incentives, and collaboration across various partners.
This document discusses several topics related to technology disruptions and economic development, including:
1) A mobility study conducted for the City of Dublin that examined transportation options and made recommendations for a strategic implementation plan.
2) The City of Marysville's "Connected Marysville" plan to install vehicle-to-infrastructure technology at traffic signals to share safety information with connected vehicles.
3) How the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission is working to expand broadband infrastructure, identify smart mobility projects, and conduct regional corridor analyses to support technology and economic development across central Ohio.
ED411 | 2017 | Track 3: Economic Development for Newly Elected OfficialsOne Columbus
This document provides an overview of economic development considerations for newly elected officials. It discusses external factors like the political/regulatory environment, economic conditions, sociocultural shifts and technology trends that influence economic development. Internally, it addresses organizational structure, goals/performance, budgets/revenues and major events. It then outlines various incentive tools and considerations around their use. Finally, it discusses communications/ethics for elected officials and the school district's role in economic development.
Economic Development 411 | 2016 | Cindi MarsiglioOne Columbus
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INSIDE To Our Business and Civic Leaders Throughout Central Ohio
The economy across the 11-county Columbus Region is getting stronger. Over the past 18
2 months, public and private leaders have given their time and committed financially to support
Columbus 2020 IS FOCUSED the regional growth strategy called Columbus 2020. It is beginning to pay dividends throughout
ON FOUR CORE PILLARS OF the region, and great progress is being made to achieve our 10-year goals. In 2011, nearly 150
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT companies relocated or expanded within our region, adding over $1.1 billion dollars of investment
and announcing the creation of over 18,000 jobs. In 2012, the progress continues.
5-11 Our region’s advantages are plentiful. Over 146,000 college students in more than 50 colleges
A DIVERSE AND
GROWING ECONOMY and universities inhabit the region, our favorable location and logistics infrastructure support
The Columbus Region has a diversified
time to market operations, and our cost of doing business compares very favorably with our global
economy where no single major competition.
industry sector represents more
than 18 percent of employment.
This is more than a mere fact; it is a Challenges exist and more progress is needed to put talented people within our region to work –
sustainable advantage for Central Ohio. from entry level workers and college students, to experienced workers in manufacturing, finance
and insurance, and science and technology. Your continued engagement in the Columbus
12 Region’s efforts is critical to our region’s success.
WHAT IS JOBSOHIO?
Using a private-sector approach, For those of you who have worked with our team, thank you. For those of you that would like to
JobsOhio speaks the language of learn more, please connect with us at www.columbusregion.com, on Twitter at @cbusregion or
business, enabling Ohio to be more
nimble, flexible and competitive in its give us a call at 614.225.6063.
economic development efforts.
15
COLumbus region attractionS
& expansions ytd 2012 Kenny McDonald
Chief Economic Officer
16-17
the columbus region map
22
the new columbus chamber:
creating connections for
business success
As the business climate and regional
economic development practices have
evolved, so has the Columbus Chamber.
While staying true to its original mission
of serving business, this organization is
making a dramatic change to the way
it operates.
Board
24 Members
The Honorable Marilyn Brown
the columbus region Chairman: Franklin County Board
logistics council: moving Alex Fischer of Commissioners
the industry forward President and CEO
The Columbus Partnership The Honorable Mayor Michael
Through truck, rail, air and port, the Co- Coleman, City of Columbus
lumbus Region logistics infrastructure President:
gets freight where it needs to be, when Kenny McDonald Charles Dutch
it needs to be there. Columbus’ global Chief Economic Officer Center Director
reach offers many advantages via its Columbus 2020 Boeing Corporation
strategic location, wealth of talent and
resources. In fact, Inbound Logistics Treasurer: John C. “Jack” Fisher
magazine ranks Columbus as one of the John W. Partridge Executive Vice President
nation’s logistics hotspots. President, Columbia Gas Ohio Farm Bureau
of Ohio, Inc.
Michael C. Keller
26 Secretary:
Eric Phillips
Executive Vice President, CIO
Nationwide
TECH COLUMBUS: PROMISING Executive Director,
STARTUPS FLOURISH IN COLUMBUS Be informed Union County Gregory R. Overmyer
Stay-up-to-date on the Columbus Region by reading Economic Economic Development Chief Executive Officer
As Columbus’ knowledge-based economy Development Matters, a weekly e-publication by Kenny McDonald, Partnership Overmyer Hall Associates
continues to accelerate, more and more Chief Economic Officer. Economic Development Matters is
startups are emerging and progressing published each Monday and is distributed to those interested in Assistant Secretary: Dr. Mark Smith
past their tenuous early stages into economic development in the Columbus Region. If you would like Laing Akers President
to receive this weekly electronic update, email sb@columbusregion. Senior Attorney Ohio Christian University
growth and exit stages.
com and asked to be added to the subscriber list. Squire Sanders
David Williams, Ph.D., Sc.D.
Members: Dean & Presidential Professor
27 Follow us
@CBUSRegion
Connect
Columbus 2020
David Blom
President and CEO, OhioHealth
College of Engineering
The Ohio State University
FIRST CUSTOMER INITIATIVE
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ABOUT Columbus 2020 IS FOCUSED
COLUMBUS 2020: ON FOUR CORE PILLARS OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
A Regional Strategy
for Growth to Meet
Our Economic Times
Columbus 2020 is a bold public-private partnership
that leverages the strengths of the Columbus Region’s
talented workforce, small and large businesses, research
and academic institutions, and international connections
to ignite economic growth and build a healthier, more
sustainable future for Central Ohio.
The initiative grows our economy by ensuring that
our existing companies are expanding and thriving,
that the world’s leading companies are attracted to
the Columbus Region, that innovations are cultivated
and commercialized, and that our civic infrastructure
is continually improving to meet the challenges of a
rapidly evolving world economy.
THE PLAN
This unique public-private partnership leverages dollars
raised from the private sector and places the Columbus Retain and expand the companies and
Region in a competitive position from which it can staff industries that call Central Ohio home by:
a professional economic development team to market • Developing and managing key relationships with established
the Region and provide solutions to local businesses. local businesses
• Leveraging existing industries and their supply chains
• Strengthening support services for businesses
• Improving competitiveness of economic sectors
Attract major employers to establish
operations in the Columbus Region by:
• Generating new business opportunities through outreach
• Providing prospect management services
• Marketing the Columbus Region nationally and internationally
Create more commercial enterprises by leveraging
the Region’s research assets and entrepreneurs by:
• Supporting Entrepreneurial programs and services
• Improving access to customers for high potential companies
• Leveraging The Ohio State University, Battelle and other
institutions associated with tech commercialization
Improve the civic infrastructure and political conditions
that enhance the economic development environment by:
• Informing policy makers by providing client feedback
• Leveraging our regional platform to increase economic
development dialogue
• Improving the regional “product” by working proactively with
communities on workforce and infrastructure issues.
GOALS
• Add 150,000 net new jobs by 2020
• Increase personal per capita income by 30%
• Add eight billion dollars of capital investment
• Be recognized as a national leader in economic development
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A DIVERSE AND GROWING ECONOMY
The Columbus Region has a diversified economy where no
single major industry sector represents more than 17 percent of a diverse economy = a stable community
employment. This is more than a mere fact; it is a sustainable
advantage for Central Ohio. TRANSPORTATION
& UTILITIES WHOLESALE TRADE
11% 4%
The Columbus Region is a logistics and manufacturing hub, 5% RETAIL MANUFACTURING
FINANCIAL
represented most notably by the automotive sector and anchored ACTIVITES TRADE
by Honda and its many regional suppliers. It is also a growing 7% 8%
finance and insurance center, anchored by the region’s largest
employer J.P. Morgan Chase and a number of large insurance
companies including Nationwide. The Columbus Region is also 16%
a college town, with over 146,000 enrolled college students PROFESSIONAL 17%
& BUS. SVCS. GOVERNMENT
across the 11-country region. Fifteen Fortune 1000 companies
are headquartered in the region, and the area is increasingly
recognized as a hotbed of science and technology companies. 14%
World renowned institutions and companies like Battelle, The Ohio EDUCATION
& HEALTH
10%
State University, Chemical Abstracts, Abbott Labs, and Manta
represent this sector – among others. Over 600 foreign-owned LEISURE &
HOSPITALITY
firms have invested in the Columbus Region. Finally, agribusiness
is a sector with a long tradition of innovation and contributes
greatly to the welfare of the communities of Central Ohio.
economic SECTORS
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MANUFACTURING
NOTABLE MANUFACTURING EMPLOYERS
Company Operations Employment
Honda of America Automobiles, engines, research and development 10,200
Whirlpool Corp. Home appliances 3,066
Abbott Nutrition Nutritional/pharmaceutical products 2,200
Emerson Network Power/ Power and environmental control systems 2,000
Liebert Corp.
TS Tech North America Automotive interior parts 1,720
Worthington Industries Steel processing, pressure cylinder products, 1,470
metal framing and steel pallets
Anchor Hocking Co. Glass tabletop and bakeware 1,200
Rolls-Royce Energy Power systems for use on land, sea and air 1,200
Systems
Boehringer Roxane Inc. Pharmaceuticals 1,100
Owens Corning Industrial and automotive insulation 1,024
SECTOR INFORMATION
• There are nearly 1,800 manufacturers in the Columbus Region
• Manufacturing contributed $9.1 billion to regional economic output in 2010
• Manufacturers in the region experienced 43% increase in productivity
(output per worker) from 2001 to 2010
S TAT E A U T O . C O M WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
• Nearly 80,000 people are employed in the manufacturing sector within the 11-county region
• Manufacturing represents nearly 20.0% of workforce in nine of the 11 counties in the region
• Output per worker in fabricated metal manufacturing of $114,879 is 24% higher than the
national average
• 5.2% of the private sector within the Columbus Region is unionized: the national average
Proud is 6.9%
• Educational institutions specific to manufacturing include; The Ohio State University,
Central Ohio Technical College, Columbus State Community College, Ohio University-
to be a part of Lancaster and six vocational/technical schools
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
• Accessibility to nearly 50% of the U.S. and Canadian population within one day
Columbus’ past, • No personal property tax, no inventory tax, no state income tax
• Access to world-class industry resources including:
- Edison Welding Institute (EWI)
present and future - The Ohio Manufacturing Institute (OMI) at The Ohio State University
- Four intermodal logistics operations to receive and distribute manufactured goods
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Growth is never by
economic SECTORS
mere chance; it is
the result of forces working
together. - James Cash Penney
Our law firm is proud to support
Columbus2020
in its mission of nuturing
LOGISTICS economic development
in Central Ohio.
NOTABLE LOGISTICS EMPLOYERS
Company Operations Employment
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Defense Supply Center/ Defense logistics, weapons system supply 3,000
Defense Logistics Agency
1100 Fifth Third Center, 21 East State Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Columbus | Cleveland | Cincinnati | calfee.com
Exel Contract logistics provider 1,900
United Parcel Service Package delivery, global specialized 1,623
transportation and logistics services
Walmart Distribution Retail distribution 920
FedEx Package delivery, global specialized 700
transportation and logistics services
Kimball Midwest Inc. Products and services for maintenance 700
and repair operations
Target Distribution Center Retail distribution 600
Midwest Express Third-party logistics services 598
Access Drywall Supply Full-service drywall warehouse and distribution 450
Pacer International Inc. Transportation and logistics services 450
SECTOR INFORMATION
• Over 4,400 logistics/distribution operations
YOUR PARTNER
• 22.1% growth projected (2006-2016) for the transportation and warehousing sector IN PACKAGING
• World-class multi-modal infrastructure including four intermodal facilities served by
mainline rail (CSX and Norfolk Southern) & LOGISTICS
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION Vista Packaging & Logistics, a certified woman–owned
• Nearly 80,000 employees are employed in the logistics industry within the 11-county area
business, has provided clients with customized logistics
• 9% of the region’s workforce are employed in the logistics sector
solutions that consistently lower labor cost, reduce storage
• The region offers a comprehensive logistics and supply chain education network
(high-school to Ph.D.) costs and increase operational efficiencies for the last 27
years. With locations in Columbus and Cincinnati, we offer
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES contract packaging, warehousing, and distribution services
• No inventory or personal property tax
that help speed up the supply chain for manufacturers,
• Accessibility to nearly 50% of the U.S. and Canadian population within one day
retailers, and distributors. With our tireless work-ethic and
• The Columbus Region Logistics Council is one of the largest locally led industry
associations dedicated to the ongoing competitiveness of the logistics industry passion to create bottom line results, we’ve developed a
• Home to Rickenbacker International Airport (cargo focused) and Foreign Trade Zone #138 reputation as an industry leader in providing complete
turnkey packaging solutions.
In short, we’re in the difference-making business.
Let us make a difference for you.
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Proud to call
Columbus home
for over 25 years
Since 1987, River Consulting has
leveraged the unique assets of
Central Ohio to provide a premier
workplace for technical SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
professionals, and to deliver
innovative industrial solutions to
clients, in Ohio, coast to coast, NOTABLE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EMPLOYERS
and around the world. Company Operations Employment
Battelle Memorial Independent non-profit research and 2,367
Institute development
Abbott Nutrition Nutritional/pharmaceutical products 2,200
Alliance Data Marketing, credit and transaction solutions 2,053
Chemical Abstracts Chemical information databases 1,300
Ashland Performance Specialty chemical products and services 1,000
IBM Applications and integrations solutions 725
OCLC Online Computer Non-profit computer library service and 715
Library Center Inc. research organization
Transportation Independent automotive research, 512
A productive, educated, and Research Center development and testing solutions
Information Control Corp. IT services provider 330
engaged workforce is the engine Nestle Food and beverage product technology 290
for all economic development...
SECTOR INFORMATION
• Over 2,000 science and technology establishments in the Columbus Region
• Ranked the 3rd best city for tech jobs by Forbes magazine (2011)
• The Ohio State University research expenditures totaled nearly $830 million (2011)
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
• 46,580 people are employed in science and technology occupations in the MSA
OPOC.us - Improving Lives. • The average salary within this sector is $73,778 (Occupational Employment
Statistics 2010)
• The Columbus Region is home to over 54 college and university campuses and over
145,000 enrolled students
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
• Access to one of the highest concentrations of college students in the United States
• Home to Battelle Memorial Institute, the world’s leading private research institution
• Access to the Ohio Third Frontier program, a $2.3 billion initiative providing funding
for open innovation, entrepreneurial support, value chain development, and expansion
of a skilled talent pool that can support technology-based economic growth
Quality * Trust * Excellence
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economic SECTORS
Going places.
Our region is on the move
and we are happy to be a part
of it. Columbus 2020 is helping
to point the way.
A higher return on experience.
HEADQUARTERS & BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact:
NOTABLE HEADQUARTERS AND BUSINESS SERVICES EMPLOYERS Robert Shenton, Columbus office managing partner
Company Operations Employment 614.222.9064 robert.shenton@plantemoran.com
JP Morgan Chase Financial services 17,438 plantemoran.com
Nationwide Insurance and financial services 11,235
Limited Brands Inc. Women’s apparel, personal care products 6,000
Huntington Financial services 4,689
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Bancshares Inc.
Cardinal Health Inc. Medical products and services 4,138
Medco Health Pharmacy benefits management 3,831
Solutions Inc.
American Electric
Power Co.
Investor-owned electric utility 3,527 TOOK YOU
Abercrombie & Fitch
Alliance Data
Specialty retailer
Marketing, credit and transaction solutions
2,998
2,053
TO THE TOP.
State Farm Insurance Co. Insurance and financial services 1,854
OURS CAN HELP
YOU STAY THERE.
SECTOR INFORMATION
• Home to 15 Fortune 1,000 headquarters/6 Fortune 500 headquarters
• Financial and other business services account for nearly $39 billion in annual
economic output
• Major insurance headquarters within the region employ more than 26,000 workers
• Nearly 9,000 are employed by worldwide apparel companies such as The Limited,
Abercrombie & Fitch and DSW
Ice Miller LLP works with growing organizations to
refine and implement economic development strategies,
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION from the basics all the way to the most complex. We
• 40% of the region’s population – age 25 or older – holds an associate’s degree or higher provide full service business growth and development
• The Columbus Region is home to over 54 college and university campuses and over
strategies to corporations, organizations and state and
145,000 enrolled students
local governments in a variety of economic development
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES areas including corporate site selection, real estate
• Both KPMG and E&Y recently ranked Ohio as one of the top 5 tax climates and land use, government relations, infrastructure
in the United States
development and incentive negotiations for grants, tax
• The annual cost of living is less than the national average
• The Intelligent Community Forum recognized The Columbus Region as a Smart21
credits and loans.
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Researchers around
the world know CAS.
Do you?
Scientists around the world rely on CAS to provide
the most complete collection of information about
chemistry and related sciences. CAS enables scientific
achievement worldwide and proudly supports
Columbus 2020! as it helps advance economic AGRIBUSINESS
development initiatives for Central Ohio.
NOTABLE AGRIBUSINESS EMPLOYERS
Company Operations Employment
www.cas.org Battelle Memorial Institute Independent non-profit research and 2,367
development
Abbott Nutrition Nutritional products, medical products, 2,200
pharmaceuticals
Scotts Miracle-Gro Co. Consumer lawn and garden products, 1,165
professional horticulture products
Ashland Performance Specialty chemical products, services and solutions 1,000
Materials
Anheuser-Busch Inc. Beer manufacturing, packing and shipping 580
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals 550
DuPont Films used in photovoltaics 519
Select Sires, Inc. Livestock genetics 500
Nestle Research and development for nutrition, 290
health and wellness products
ConAgra Snack Foods Microwave popcorn production 270
SECTOR INFORMATION
• There are more than 1,600 businesses and 10,000 unincorporated farms in central Ohio
• 51,530 people are employed in the agribusiness sector within the 11-county area
• Agribusiness accounts for $17.7 billion in economic output, 11% of the regional economy
• Value-added output per employee is $74,491, compared to the national average
of $67,525
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
• The Columbus Region has seen dramatic growth in agricultural and food science
technicians and scientists
• The Ohio State University’s Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center is
home to researchers of every department touching on agriculture, with focus areas of
advanced bioenergy and biobased products; environmental quality and sustainability;
and food security, production and human health
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
• Over 95% of all agribusiness research in Ohio is conducted at The Ohio State University
• Battelle is a leading technology and service provider to the agrochemical and food
industry, with services in agrochemical product development, animal health product
development, and food quality and safety
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WHAT IS JOBSOHIO?
JobsOhio is a private, nonprofit corporation guided by
a business-minded Governor and a highly accomplished
board of directors, designed to lead Ohio’s job-creation
efforts by singularly focusing on attracting and retaining
jobs, with an emphasis on strategic industry sectors. Using
a private-sector approach, JobsOhio speaks the language
of business, enabling Ohio to be more nimble, flexible and
competitive in its economic development efforts.
WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN
JOBSOHIO AND COLUMBUS 2020?
Columbus 2020 is the JobsOhio network partner for the
11 county Central Ohio region which includes Delaware,
Franklin, Fairfield, Licking, Logan, Knox, Madison, Marion,
Morrow, Pickaway and Union Counties.
As a network partner, Columbus 2020 serves as the
primary point of entry for business attraction, retention
and expansion projects that are focused on the 11 county
region and seeking access to information and select
resources. Columbus 2020 works in collaboration with
JobsOhio in marketing and promoting the State of Ohio
and The Columbus Region globally.
Benchmark Apartments Mid-Ohio Foodbank St. Vincent Family Center
Jonathan B arnes Architec ture and D esign Ltd. Rogers Krajnak Architec ts Inc. M+A Architec ts
2041 Arlingate Lane
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WITHJOBSOHIO+
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM: Columbus 2020
2011-2012
REORGANIZED AND RE-ENERGIZED • Statewide Collaboration
• State Project Management
In the past two years, the Columbus WITH • Multi-region Collaboration
Columbus 2020 • Expand To An 11 County
Region has dramatically expanded 2010-2011 Region
its regional economic development
support and outreach through • Outreach To Location • Outreach To Location
Columbus 2020 and JobsOhio. Advisors Advisors
• International Marketing • International Marketing
• Hosting Of Location Advisors • Hosting Of Location Advisors
• Regional Branding/Imaging • Regional Branding/Imaging
• Coordination With 8 Counties • Coordination With 8 Counties
• First Customer Program • First Customer Program
• OSU/Battelle Collaboration • OSU/Battelle Collaboration
• Collaboration With Local • Collaboration With Local
Economic Development Economic Development
Organizations Organizations
BEFORE • MODE Collaboration
• MODE Collaboration
Columbus 2020 • Valuable Economic Research
• Valuable Economic Research
2009
• General Marketing
• General Marketing • General Marketing
• Earned Media
• Earned Media • Earned Media
• Prospect Management
• Prospect Management • Prospect Management
• 3 Full Time Professionals
THINK SMART.
THINK PROGRESS.
THINK DOWNTOWN.
Photo courtesy of Randall L. Schieber
Downtown is everyone’s neighborhood.
Ready for business. Ready for you.
MAKE IT HAPPEN.
CONTACT:
City of Columbus Economic Development Division to learn more about job
incentives, loans and grants. 614-645-8616
Kacey Brankamp, Retail Recruiter, at Capital Crossroads SID for information
about retail space or to discuss downtown consumer markets. Michael B. Coleman, Mayor
614-645-5095 | KCBrankamp@SIDservices.com | www.downtowncolumbus.com
16. OSU Wexner Medical Center Huntington Park
10 West Nationwide Hilton Columbus Downtown
New Main Hospital, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Research Building III, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
BUILDING TOMORROW, DAY AFTER DAY.
On behalf of our 230 employees in the Columbus region, we’re proud to play
a role in shaping Columbus’ horizon. Because we think globally and build
locally, we are able to offer clients the accessibility and support of a local
firm with the stability and resources of a multi-national organization.
Teamwork, integrity and commitment are pillars of our core values.
Phone: 614.781.8550 www.turnerconstruction.com
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COLUMBUS REGION ATTRACTIONS & EXPANSIONS YTD 2012
Company Description County No. of jobs New/ Expansion/ Retention
Access America Transport Freight services Franklin 28 Expansion
Agri-Industrial Products LLC Manufacturer/distributor of replacement parts for agricultural, landscaping, and industrial markets Franklin NA Expansion
Aleris Residential aluminum building products Pickaway 68 Expansion
Ariel Corporation Gas compressors Knox 100 Expansion
ASK Chemical LP Chemicals Franklin 74 Retention / Expansion
Banner Metals Manufacturer of parts for aviation, auto, construction equipment Franklin 40 Expansion
Boeing Corporation Electrostatically supported gyro navigation repair line Licking NA Expansion
Call Copy Information services and software Franklin 60 Expansion
Cardington Yutaka Tier II Honda supplier Morrow 200 Expansion
Cleverley & Associates Health care data and cost analysis for hospitals Franklin 34 Retention / Expansion
Closed Loop Refining and Recovery Electronic recycling Franklin 55 Attraction
Columbus Galvanizing Steel galvanizing Franklin NA Expansion
ContactUS LLC Contact center for clients in need of inbound and outbound support Franklin NA Expansion
Exel Logistics Franklin 275 Attraction
F.T. Precision Rocker arms supplier for Honda Knox 100 Expansion
FIMM USA, Inc. Manufacturer of metallic broom and mop handles, tools and snow shovels Franklin 25 Attraction
HFI LLC Honda supplier Fairfield 205 Retention / Expansion
Honda R&D Automotive research and development Union NA Expansion
Honda Transmission Automatic transmissions for Accord, Acura TL, Acura MDX, Acura RDX Logan 100 Expansion
Honda/Acura Autmotive manufacturing Logan NA Expansion
Howard Hanna Real estate brokerage office Franklin 50 Attraction
Hubbard Enterprises, LLC Manufacturer of rigs for oil and gas industry Fairfield 40 Attraction
Humana Office Franklin 200 Expansion
ITM Marketing Call center Licking 100 Attraction
J P Morgan Chase Financial services Delaware 350 Expansion
La Senza Fashion retailer Franklin 50 Expansion
Manifold & Phalor, Inc. Metal products fabrication, die and mold refurbishing and engineering services. Fairfield 30 Expansion
Marcy Industries Fabrication, machining, welding Marion 6 Expansion
Nestle USA Research laboratory Franklin 200 Retention / Expansion
Oxford Consulting Group, Inc. IT consulting Franklin 50 Expansion
Pacer International Logistics Franklin 455 Retention / Expansion
PACS Switch gears and control panels Knox 155 Retention / Expansion
Quantum Health Inc Management of health care benefits and services Franklin 525 Expansion
Rampart Hosting LLC Information Services and Software Franklin 39 Expansion
Rele Sales and distribution center of protective floor boards Franklin 2 Attraction
Resource Ventures, LTD Online marketing services and consulting Franklin 163 Expansion
Rolls-Royce Energy Systems Gas powered turbines Knox 335 Retention / Expansion
RxScan medical bracelet scanners for pharmaceutical use Delaware 13 Retention / Expansion
Switchbox Inc. Web development and IT solutions Franklin 40 Expansion
Tech International Tire repair and wheel services Licking 29 Expansion
Veeva Systems Cloud based business services Franklin 9 Expansion
Veriano Fine Foods & Spirits Tessora Limone and other spirited beverage products Franklin 15 Attraction
Yachiyo Manfucturer of gas tanks for Honda Marion 40 Expansion
Zulily, Inc. E-commerce fufillment center Franklin 580 Attraction
ONE OF THE BEST For the second year in a row we
have been chosen as One of
the Best Employers in Ohio.
EMPLOYERS IN OHIO At Commerce National Bank
we're proud of our banking
staff. We are a team working
together to provide our clients
with the best banking services
available. When you call
Commerce with a problem you
will reach someone who wants
to help you resolve the issue.
We are so very proud of the
company we keep.
www.commercenationalbank.com
614-583-2200
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Collaboration Equals Marion CAN DO!
www.marioncando.com
Jobs for Columbus
M
Marion
County
C
Mario
Union County
www.unioncounty.org
Community partnerships
will bring new jobs and 68
increased investments Logan
to the eleven-county County U
Union
Columbus Region. C
County
Bellfontaine
Bellfontaine
Communities including
4
the City of Columbus
and Franklin County are Delaware
investing through the
Mid-Ohio Development Logan County
Chamber of Commerce
Exchange (MODE). www.logancountyohio.com
Marysville
161
City of Bexley
www.bexley.org
City of Columbus
www.columbus.gov City of Whitehall
www.whitehall-oh.us
City of Dublin
www.dublin.oh.us City of Worthington
www.worthington.org
City of Gahanna
www.gahanna.gov
Franklin
Columbus Regional
Airport Authority London County
City of Grandview Heights www.columbusairports.com
www.grandviewheights.org
Madison
Columbus-Franklin County
County
City of Grove City Finance Authority
www.grovecityohio.gov www.columbusfinance.org
City of Groveport Franklin County
www.groveport.org www.franklincountyohio.gov
City of Hilliard Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Pick
www.hilliardohio.gov Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Commission Co
www.morpc.org
City of New Albany Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
www.newalbanyohio.org Village of Obetz
Intermodal
www.obetz.oh.us Terminal
City of Reynoldsburg
www.ci.reynoldsburg.oh.us Dual Rail Industrial Park
City of Upper Arlington National Gateway Corridor
www.uaoh.net
Heartland Rail Corridor Pic
City of Westerville City of London
www.ci.london.oh.us
www.westerville.org National Freight Rail Line www
Madison County CIC
Major US/State Highway
www.madisoncountychamber.org
Interstate Highway
Industrial Parks
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Morrow County
Development Office
www.morrowcountydevelopment.com
Mount Area Development
Gilead Foundation of Knox County
n www.knoxadf.com
61
Kno
Knox
County
Coun
City of Delaware
Morrow
w www.delawareohio.net
County
Mount City of Powell
www.cityofpowell.us
Vernon
Delaware County
www.co.delaware.oh.us
13
Delaware
County City of Pataskala
3 www.ci.patskala.oh.us
Licking Licking County
County Chamber of Commerce
www.lickingcountychamber.com
Newark
161
79
Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Intermodal Terminal
Dual Rail Industrial Park
National Gateway Corridor
Heartland Rail Corridor
National Freight Rail Line
Fairfield Major US/State Highway
County Lancaster
Interstate Highway
kaway
ounty Industrial Parks
Circleville
Circle
City of Canal Winchester
www.canalwinchesterohio.gov
City of Pickerington
www.pickeringtondevelopment.com
ckaway Progress Fairfield 33
Parternship Development Alliance
www.fairfield33.com
w.pickawayprogress.com
Violet Township
www.violet.oh.us
20.
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INDICATORS NET NEW JOBS Mar 2012:
974,368
OF SUCCESS
Gain of 28,122 jobs
Jan 2010: fromJanuary 2010
946,246 to March 2012
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics. Local Area Unemployment
Statistic, Seasonally Adjusted
PER CAPITA INCOME capital investment - announced
($ thousands)
In the first four
months of 2012,
announced capital
investment is at $646
million. This is already
more than half the
$1.13 billion estimate
for 2011.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Economic Accounts Source: Columbus 2020, 2011-2012; Ohio Private Investment Survey
(2011 data and 2008-2010 revisions to be released in August 2012). 2007-2010, Ohio Department of Development