Company Name: EGLO USA, INC.
Location: Solon
Site Region: Northeast
Country of Origin:
Country: Austria
Region: Europe
Industry Sector: Logistics and Distribution
Company Profile: EGLO USA, INC. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of residential lighting fixtures. The Austrian-headquartered company specializes in creating a wide range of stylish, high-quality lighting solutions for both modern and traditional home decor.
Company Website: www.eglo.com
Project Summary:
Type of Project: New Location
Jobs:
Jobs committed: 89
Jobs retained: 0
Types of jobs: Design, engineering, distribution, customer service, supply chain
Capital Investment: $150,000
Company Need:
EGLO USA sought a new U.S. headquarters as an autonomous company within EGLO, an Austrian company that saw $550 million in sales. Key functions the company was seeking at this headquarters included product development and design, engineering, logistics, and customer service.
Testimonial:
“We are excited to call Solon and Northeast Ohio our home for our EGLO U.S. headquarters. Northeast Ohio has a rich history and legacy within the lighting industry, both commercial and residential, and we chose this location because of the design, engineering, and distribution talent that can execute exceptionally well to the business requirements of our distribution channel customers’ expectations.”
– David Pamer, CEO & President for EGLO USA, Inc.
Why Ohio?
EGLO USA shared that Northeast Ohio’s skilled workforce, logistical advantages, and legacy within the lighting industry played an important role in supporting its decision to establish a new U.S. headquarters in Solon.
Collaborators:
JobsOhio, The Ohio Department of Development, Team NEO, The City of Solon