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International Investment

Ohio has helped over 4,000 international establishments from 42 countries grow their operations.

Foreign Direct Investment Pays Off in Ohio

Ohio has consistently attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) from companies in Europe, Asia, and other regions worldwide. JobsOhio, the state’s private economic development corporation, and its partners have a proven track record of helping international companies benefit from Ohio’s strengths, tailored services, and investment incentives.

 Why JobsOhio and its Statewide Partners?

  • Completed 600+ international corporate projects involving $18B in capital investment and over 45,000 jobs.

  • Provided service to companies from 42 countries, approximately 46% from Europe, 37% from Asia, and the remaining 17% being related to Canada and other international markets.

Meet Our International Teams

In Ohio, you will find an economically diverse state where global market leaders thrive. Ohio has a strong business climate, low cost of living, integrated transportation infrastructure, skilled workforce, and a robust research and innovation ecosystem.

All About Ohio

Mark Macauley
JobsOhio Consultant
U.K., Ireland and The Nordic Countries
+44 (0)7802 611342
macauley@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Daniel Dozier
JobsOhio Consultant
France
+33(0)6.52.24.85.18
dozier@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Vick Verhaeghe
JobsOhio Consultant
Benelux
+32 477 33 64 29
verhaeghe@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Sebastian Gerlach
JobsOhio Consultant
DACH
+39 327 069 3680
gerlach@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Malik Njoya
JobsOhio Consultant
DACH
+49 162 9348286
njoya@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Sabrina Riccardi
JobsOhio Consultant
Italy
+39 349 119 5565
riccardi@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Jordi Reverte
JobsOhio Consultant
Spain
+34 689 08 25 78
Reverte@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Mats Gerlam
JobsOhio Consultant
The Nordics
+46 70 857 22 88
gerlam@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Richa Mahajan
JobsOhio Consultant
India
+91 9899230516
mahajan@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Jiyun Choi
JobsOhio Consultant
Korea
+82 10 5586 5051
choi@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Satoshi Takayama
JobsOhio Consultant
Japan
+81 8041873305
takayama@consultant.jobsohio.com

 

Vicki Chiu
JobsOhio Consultant
Taiwan
+886 937921213
chiu@consultant.jobsohio.com

  • 60% of U.S. and Canadian Populations within One Day’s Drive

  • 7 Commercial Airports

  • #4 Largest Interstate System in the U.S.

  • #5 Largest Number of Freight Railroads in the U.S

  • 7th largest economy in the U.S

  • 21st largest economy in the world

  • $15.7B science and engineering R&D annual investment (National Science Foundation, 2019)

  • #3 largest manufacturing workforce in the U.S.

  • Top 10 industry diversity among 50 U.S. states

  • 25+ construction-ready sites

  • 137,000 graduates per year

Businesses looking to locate or expand in Ohio have unique needs and requirements that drive critical decisions. That’s why JobsOhio partners with state, regional, local, county, and others to offer customized incentive packages with performance-based eligibility metrics to help them succeed and grow in Ohio. Learn more about JobsOhio incentives, the state’s port authorities, and funding available through the Ohio PACE program to support energy-efficient operations.

Connect at Foreign Direct Investment Events

The JobsOhio business development team attends leading foreign direct investment (FDI) events in Ohio and beyond. Stay informed about Ohio services and incentives at events held throughout the year.

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