Highlights:
121 new jobs coming to the Cincinnati region
$6.1 million in new annual payroll
Cincinnati named a center of excellence for KDM Signs, leveraging the region’s logistics infrastructure, skilled workforce and deep printing industry expertise
CINCINNATI – KDM Signs, a leading provider of print, retail marketing and in-store solutions, is expanding its Cincinnati operations, creating 121 new jobs and $6.1 million in new annual payroll as the company establishes Cincinnati as a center of excellence for its growing North American operations.
The expansion will support KDM’s continued growth in the retail marketing and print services industry, strengthening its capabilities in print, store décor, acrylic displays, fulfillment and distribution, as well as campaign management, execution, profiling and print procurement. KDM has more than 50 years of experience serving brands and retailers with end-to-end in-store marketing solutions.
Cincinnati provides the combination of talent, infrastructure and connectivity we need to support our next phase of growth,” said Adam Curtis, CEO of KDM Signs. “The region’s strong logistics network and access to a skilled workforce, combined with its deep history in the printing industry, make Cincinnati an ideal location for our center of excellence. We are excited to continue investing in our people and operations here.
KDM’s Cincinnati operations will serve as an important hub for the company’s expanding North American capabilities, complementing its international operations in South Africa. The company recently joined the Hirt and Carter Group Holdings following a strategic investment designed to expand KDM’s capabilities and accelerate growth in the U.S. market.
KDM Signs has scaled operations for more than 50 years in Cincinnati, where its screen printing and marketing services have helped lift recognition for brands that are admired worldwide,” said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “This newest expansion will bring 121 new jobs to KDM Signs’ operations, boosting its workforce by more than 90% at its cutting-edge facility that will be recognized as the company’s North American center of excellence.
KDM Signs is a great example of a company leveraging Cincinnati’s strengths to grow its business and expand its global reach,” said Kimm Lauterbach, president and CEO of REDI Cincinnati. “Our region’s logistics infrastructure, skilled workforce and long-standing expertise in printing and manufacturing provide companies like KDM with the foundation they need to compete and grow.
With operations spanning print, displays, retail design, technology, fulfillment and distribution, KDM provides brands with a single-source partner for their in-store marketing needs. The company’s Cincinnati footprint includes its corporate, retail and fulfillment operations.
The addition of 121 jobs and $6.1 million in payroll reinforces Cincinnati’s position as a competitive location for companies in advanced manufacturing, printing, logistics and business services. KDM’s investment also builds on the region’s established printing and manufacturing talent base while taking advantage of Cincinnati’s strategic location and connectivity to major markets.
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JobsOhio, Ohio’s private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention, and expansion across ten competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition, Lake to River Economic Development, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership, and Team NEO, JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage. Learn more at www.jobsohio.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
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