Greater Columbus Economic Development Corporation

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Greater Columbus Economic Development Corporation articles below.

Automotive

OSR Inc. Investing $7M In Indiana Expansion

March 6, 2019

The Japanese-owned automotive fastener manufacturer will construct and equip a new 82,395-square-foot facility Columbus, IN.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Fairfax County, VA Launches Virtual Career Fairs

Workforce Development May 22, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the FCEDA is presenting virtual career fairs to connect college grads with Northern Virginia companies seeking employees.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Ohio Electric Cooperatives

April 9, 2018

Ohio consistently ranks as one of the top U.S. destinations for new corporate facilities, meaning prime sites are quickly snapped up. Economic development officials and private developers are working cooperatively to ensure the pipeline of immediately-developable sites stays full with diverse location opportunities.

Featured Location Videos

Economic Development

Location Video: Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia – The Perfect Place

May 1, 2020

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia is a vibrant and premier location for business development opportunities. Located midway between Atlanta and Orlando in the heart of South Georgia, Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically positioned for businesses to access and serve the global economy.

Breaking News

Fairfax County, VA Launches Virtual Career Fairs

Workforce Development May 22, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the FCEDA is presenting virtual career fairs to connect college grads with Northern Virginia companies seeking employees.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

IDT Expands COVID-19 Product Manufacturing In Research Triangle Park

Plastics & Medical Devices May 21, 2020

IDT's new North Carolina manufacturing facility will offer unmatched turnaround time and product options to support researchers in the region.

Microsoft Adding 1,500 New Jobs In Atlanta

Office, IT & Call Centers May 18, 2020

The company will invest $75 million in a new facility focused on artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services in the West Midtown section of Atlanta, GA.

Fairfax County, VA Launches Virtual Career Fairs

Workforce Development May 22, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the FCEDA is presenting virtual career fairs to connect college grads with Northern Virginia companies seeking employees.

Italian Stainless Steel Company Picks Indiana For North American HQ

Foreign Direct Investment May 18, 2020

INOX Market Service will invest $15 million to establish its North American headquarters in Delaware County, IN, creating up to 101 jobs by the end of 2024.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Organizations Fear Increased Risks Due To Work-From-Home Changes May 22, 2020
A new HiveIO study reveals legacy technology reliance cannot efficiently support a remote workforce and protect critical data. - Read: Organizations Fear Increased Risks Due To Work-From-Home Changes at FacilityExecutive.com.
Reopening The Workplace: Managing Physical Access Security May 22, 2020
Read about six issues to consider as employees and other people begin returning to your facilities. - Read: Reopening The Workplace: Managing Physical Access Security at FacilityExecutive.com.
IGBC Certified Bear Resistant Trash Cans May 22, 2020
The Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) has granted its certification to Toter for its 64 gallon and 96 gallon Bear Tough Carts. - Read: IGBC Certified Bear Resistant Trash Cans at FacilityExecutive.com.

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