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For more than 50 years, Buckeye Power and its 25 electric cooperative have met the energy needs of new and existing business in 77 of Ohio's 88 counties. We serve more than 400,000 member-owners - from individual, family-owned businesses to Fortune 500 companies.  They depend on us as their source of dependable, economical and reliable power.

Buckeye Power's economic development staff can help your company identify the best sites by carefully evaluating an array of location and service factors important to your business.  If you are considering expansion or relocation in Exurban Ohio, then you owe it to your bottom line to contact the economic development staff at Buckeye Power.
Dennis Mingyar, Dev. Dir.

6677 Busch Blvd.
P.O. Box 26036
Columbus, OH 43226-0036
800-282-6962
Fax: 614-846-7108

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The Columbiana River Port is the largest river port in the state of Ohio. Amenities include a foreign–trade zone, international access via Port of New Orleans–Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, a location 30 minutes from Pittsburgh Airport, 1,000,000 square feet under one roof, 3 industrial parks, access to the Norfolk Southern Railroad and the center of Cleveland–Pittsburgh Industrial Corridor.
Tracy Drake, CEO

1250 Saint George St.
East Liverpool, OH 43920
330-386-9051
Fax: 330-386-1122

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Defiance County is strategically located within 600 miles of 60 percent of the lower 48 states’ population, manufacturing centers, logistics and distribution firms, etc. We are home to many different and diverse industries such as plastics, metal machining and machine building, automotive, medical, and logistical companies, as well as many others. Companies and families are drawn to our area by flourishing businesses, extensive utilities network, high-standard educational facilities, excellent hospitals, diverse neighborhoods, and great places for recreational use. Our economic development team is ready to work with you on your new/expansion/relocation project. Defiance County, a Positive Position.
Jerry Hayes, Exec. Dir.

1300 E. 2nd St., Ste. 201
Defiance, OH 43512
419-784-4471
Fax: 419-784-4157

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A network of private businesses and public entities that provides hand-on assistance to help companies seamlessly relocate to the Fairfield 33 Corridor. Located in one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the Midwest, the Corridor provides access to three major railroads, three airports, a network of highways, a work force totaling nearly 1 million, a student base of 80,000, a solid utility infrastructure, and large natural gas and water supplies.
R. Michael Pettit, Dir., Econ. Dev.

1424 Campground Rd.
Lancaster, OH 43130-9503
740-652-1546
Fax: 740-687-6672

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With direct access to the I-75 corridor, low-cost utilities, an educated work force and a diverse business climate, Greater Findlay, Ohio, has a lot to offer. For a decade, this global business community has ranked in the top 20 micropolitan areas in the U.S. for new and expanding facilities. Come discover why so many successful companies are located here. Greater Findlay. Greater Opportunities. GreaterFindlayInc.
Ray De Winkle, Pres./CEO

123 E. Main Cross St.
Findlay, OH 45840
419-422-5891
Fax: 419-422-9508

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Piqua, Ohio, is an outstanding location to grow your business, with convenient access to markets, a skilled work force, lower costs, and diverse industries. And because of its strategic location in the Dayton Region, the community can help you grow your life with big-city amenities, a vibrant downtown, distinctive neighborhoods, and recreational excellence.
William P. Murphy, Exec. Dir.

326 N. Main St.
Piqua, OH 45356
800-251-1742
Fax: 937-778-0809

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Wayne County is one of the most dynamic communities in the country. Located in Northeast Ohio, we offer the rare combination of small-town living with access to urban amenities. A diverse, global business community values our skilled work force, lower costs, and access to markets. And we’re home to four universities/colleges and the largest agbioscience research facility in the country. Perhaps that’s why we’ve been named one of the top 10 locations in the U.S. for new business growth for three years in a row. Visit our website today!
Rodney A. Crider, Pres.

377 W. Liberty St.
Wooster, OH 44691
800-WAYNEOH (929-6364)
330-264-2411
Fax: 330-262-5745

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Xenia, Ohio, is centrally located in the "Transportation Triangle” formed by I-70, I-75, and I-71. Whether you are looking for reasonably priced industrial sites, a skilled labor force, or a city offering a high quality of life for you and your employees, Xenia is the place to be. All of our available industrial sites are eligible for incentives and have excellent access to more than 20 colleges and universities in the area. Xenia Community Schools is a District of Excellence, providing the skilled labor force your business needs. Award-winning bike trails and new housing developments ensure a great family life as well. Xenia, Ohio, the right place for your business.
Steve Brodsky, Exec. Dir.

181 W. Main St.
Xenia, OH 45385
800-GO-XENIA (439-3642)
937-372-3509
Fax: 937-372-3509