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2013 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT report
the columbus region’s growth strategy
Advertising supplement to Columbus Business First | APRIL 19, 2013
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ABOUT.THE PLAN.
GOALS.INDICATORS OF SUCCESS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS CONTINUE TO
BUILD MOMENTUM
MEET THE COLUMBUS 2020 TEAM
COLUMBUS CHAMBER: ACCELERATE YOUR
BUSINESS
BRANDING COLUMBUS
THE COLUMBUS PARTNERSHIP: IMPROVING THE ECONOMIC VITALITY
OF THE COLUMBUS REGION
TECHCOLUMBUS: NURTURING SEEDS
OF TECH-BASED ENTREPRENEURIAL
GROWTH
COLUMBUS REGION SUCCESS STORY: THE IBM
ANALYTICS SOLUTIONS LAB
A DIVERSE AND GROWING ECONOMY:
THE COLUMBUS REGION MAPDETAILING THE COMMUNITIES
GROWING THE COLUMBUS REGION
JOBSOHIO: DRIVING OHIO’S JOB CREATION CAPITAL INVESTMENT
AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
THANK YOU INVESTORSA DETAILED LISTING OF COLUMBUS 2020’S INVESTORS
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THE PLAN
Retain and expand the companies and industries that call the Columbus Region home by:
Attract major employers to establish operations in the Columbus Region by:
Create more commercial enterprises by leveraging the Region’s research assets and entrepreneurs by:
Improve the civic infrastructure and political conditions that enhance the economic development environment by:
GOALS TO REACH BY THE YEAR 2020
ABOUT Columbus 2020 Fuels Economic Growth in the Columbus Region
Charged with moving the economic
development needle in the 11-county
Columbus Region, Columbus 2020 is a bold,
public-private partnership that leverages
the area’s strengths – including a robust,
talented workforce, world-class research and
academic institutions, and an entrepreneurial
spirit – to build an atmosphere ideal for
growing business.
Columbus 2020 facilitates economic growth
by ensuring existing companies have the tools
necessary for success and by showcasing
the region to companies seeking a viable
relocation option. With a team dedicated
to meeting one-on-one with existing and
prospective companies, Columbus 2020 is
proactive in its efforts to attract and retain
thriving businesses.
Columbus 2020 updates investors regularly
on progress against its aggressive, 10-year
goals focused on overall employment
numbers, per capita income, capital
investment and the Region’s standing and
image as a leader in economic development.
Be informedStay-up-to-date on the Columbus Region by reading Economic Development Matters, a weekly e-publication by Kenny McDonald, Chief Economic Officer. Economic Development Matters is published each Monday and is distributed to those interested in economic development in the Columbus Region. If you would like to receive this weekly electronic update, email [email protected] and asked to be added to the subscriber list.
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Access America TransportAcuSport CorporationAdvanced Medical Supply, Inc.AGC Glass Company North
America, Inc.Aleris International, Inc.Allied Mineral Products, Inc.American School of TechnologyAriel CorporationArminak & Associates, LLC.Ascena Retail Group, Inc.ASK Chemicals LP Autotool, Inc.Banner Metals Group, Inc.Bare Escentuals Beauty, Inc.Big Lots Stores, Inc.Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane, Inc.BoeingCallCopy, Inc.Capital City MillworkCardington Yutaka Technologies, Inc.Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc.Cleverly + AssociatesClosed Loop Refining & Recovery, Inc.ContactUS LLCDawson ResourcesDelaware Art.com, Inc.DSW Inc.ECR Internet Services, Inc.e-Cycle LLCExel Inc.FIMM USA Inc.Florida Production Engineering, Inc.Food Safety Net ServicesFT Precision Inc.Graphic Packaging Holding
CompanyHMBHFI, LLCHonda of America Mfg., Inc.Howard HannaHubbard Enterprises LLCHumanaIBMIMS Electronics Recycling, Inc.ITM Marketing, Inc.Jifiti Inc.JPMorgan Chase & Co.King Strategic CommunicationsLa Senza CorporationLancaster PollardLincare Inc.Magnanni, Inc.Manifold & Phalor, Inc.Marcy Industries Company, LLC
Marengo Fabricated Steel, LTD.Marion Industrial CenterMenlo Worldwide LogisticsMetro CD Engineering, LLCMidland Facility ServicesMSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.Nationwide Mutual Insurance
CompanyNestle USANiagara Bottling, LLCOrange Barrel MediaOxford Consulting Group, Inc.Pacer International, Inc.PACS Industries, Inc.Parker Hannifin CorporationProgressive Medical, Inc.Quantum Health, Inc.Rampart Hosting, LLCRELE Handels-GmbHResidential Finance CorporationResource Ventures, LTDRestoration Hardware, Inc.Robin Enterprises Co.Rolls-Royce Energy Systems Inc.RxScanSafety Today, Inc.Schafer Driveline LLCSecans B.V.Sedgwick Claims Management
Services, Inc.Skylight Financial GroupSoysaponin, Inc.SPARCStanley Electric U.S. Co.Stella & DotSudden Impact MarketingSwitchbox, Inc.Tarigma CorporationTaylor Entrance SystemsTech InternationalTotal Quality LogisticsTransportation Research Center Inc.Triple T Transport, Inc.TS Trim Industries Inc.UPSUS Yachiyo, Inc.USA Vinyl, LLCV&S Columbus Galvanizing LLCVeeva SystemsVeriano Fine Foods & Spirits, Ltd.Vision Service PlanWasserstrom Restaurant SupplyWillbros Group, Inc.Worthington Industries, Inc.Zulily, Inc.
INDICATORS OF SUCCESS
Source: Columbus 2020, 2011–2012; Ohio Private Investment Survey 2012,Ohio Department of Development
CAPITAL INVESTMENT
ANNOUNCED
GOAL $8 BILLION
$3.15 BILLION
39.5% of goal
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
NEW JOBS
NEW JOBS
GOAL 150,000
45,789
30.5% of goal
40,00060,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,00020,0000
$37,688 $39,549
$48,995$50,791
$43,576
$56,329
2010 2011 GOAL 2012 JOBSCREATED
NEW
2012 JOBSCREATEDEXISTING
2012 JOBSRETAINED
Average annual salary of all jobs created or retained in 2012 is $53,391 =41 percent higher than the 2010 baseline
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,000
$50,000
$40,000
$30,000
$20,000
$10,000
$0
Congratulations to the following companies who started, located or expanded operations in the Columbus Region in 2012.
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The Columbus Region has experienced tremendous success since Columbus 2020’s inception in 2010,
making significant progress toward some aggressive goals:
The Region has added nearly 46,000 net new jobs, well on its way to the goal of 150,000 by 2020.
Per capita income is up 41.7 percent – well above the goal of 30 percent.
The Region has secured $3.15 billion in new capital investment, representing nearly 40 percent of the 10-year, $8 billion goal.
Perhaps the most powerful example of the Region’s continued success is its ability to attract and retain
business. In 2012, 111 companies announced new locations, expansions or retentions in the Region. Over the past year, the Columbus 2020 team executed 56 business development missions in more than 20 states and six international markets.
The Region is well on its way to being a national leader in economic development, with recognition from multiple organizations including the International Economic Development Council.
This success is due not only to a stable regional economy, but also to the time and financial support provided by visionary public and private investors committed to growing the Region.
Economic development efforts continue to build momentum
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CHALLENGE
Over time, the top technology officials from the Columbus Region’s powerhouse companies recognized they
had similar needs and wants – especially in the evolving landscape of big data analytics. The CIOs – from the likes of Cardinal Health, Nationwide and many more – decided to create a taskforce surrounding these technology needs. They realized big data analytics was a priority, and its importance was only going to grow. Their companies needed to be prepared, and wanted to develop the necessary skills to succeed in the new territory.
SOLUTIONTo prepare for this wave of big data analytics, officials at Nationwide, Cardinal Health, Huntington Bank and Limited Brands reached out to top technology companies to explore bringing an analytical center to the Columbus Region. Having access to data analytics resources in their own backyard was a priority.
A key economic contributor for more than 95 years, IBM saw this as an opportunity to continue supporting the Columbus Region, and also a chance to expand its analytics capabilities and extend support beyond the Region.
IBM’s decision to bring its first dedicated advanced analytics center to the Columbus Region was strategic. Companies like Nationwide and Cardinal Health receive assistance with their analytics challenges, while IBM is able to tap into a robust network of thriving customer companies.
RESULTSThe IBM Client Center: Analytics Solutions Lab is the result of IBM’s partnership with Columbus 2020 and some of the largest companies in the Columbus Region. This unique collaboration also initiated a partnership between IBM and The Ohio State University to deliver a pipeline of talent for the growing field of analytics. IBM’s Analytics Solutions Lab could bring hundreds of jobs to the Columbus Region and will help position the area as center for innovation and advanced technology.
Columbus Region Success Story: The IBM Analytics Solutions Lab
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With no single industry representing more than 17 percent of overall employment, the Columbus Region offers a diverse economy attractive to companies seeking a stable environment for
growth. Key sectors include manufacturing, logistics, science and technology, headquarters and business services, agbioscience, and international business – adding up to a plethora of employment opportunities for the Region’s talented workforce.
The Region is within a 10-hour drive of nearly 50 percent of the U.S. population, manufacturing capacity and headquarters operations, making it a strategic logistics hub – as evidenced by MSC Industrial’s $55 million investment last year, and many similar projects. Manufacturing also is strong, anchored by
automotive giant Honda and its various regional suppliers. The Region’s largest employer, JPMorgan Chase, is just one of the many business services companies that call the Columbus Region home.
A hotbed of science and technology companies, Columbus has earned Forbes magazine’s nod as the country’s third best city for tech jobs. The Region also is leading the way in agbioscience, experiencing dramatic growth in agricultural and food science technicians and scientists at companies like Battelle and Abbott Nutrition. The Columbus Region also is home to nearly 600 international firms, providing even further reaching opportunities for employment and business partnership.
A Diverse and Growing Economy
economic SECTORS
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MANUFACTURING
economic SECTORS
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NOTABLE EMPLOYERSCompany Operations Employment
Honda of America Automobiles, engines, research and development 10,540Mfg., Inc
Whirlpool Corporation Home appliances 3,066
Abbott Nutrition Nutritional/pharmaceutical products 2,200
TS TECH Co., Ltd. Automotive interior parts 2,078
Emerson Network Power Power and environmental control systems 1,800
Worthington Industries, Inc. Steel processing, pressure cylinder products, 1,390 metal framing and steel pallets
The Anchor Hocking Glass tabletop and bakeware 1,200Company
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals 1,250Roxane, Inc. / Roxane Laboratories, Inc.
Rolls-Royce plc Power systems for use on land, sea and air 1,132
Owens Corning Science & Industrial and automotive insulation 1,024Technology Center
FAST FACTS
(output per worker) from 2001 to 2012
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
11 counties
than the national average
Lancaster and six vocational/technical schools
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
- Edison Welding Institute (EWI)
- Four intermodal logistics operations to receive and distribute manufactured goods
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LOGISTICS
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economic SECTORS
Vista Packaging & Logistics, a certified woman–owned business, has provided clients with customized logistics solutions that consistently lower labor cost, reduce storage costs and increase operational efficiencies for the last 28 years. With locations in Columbus and Cincinnati, we offer contract packaging, warehousing, and distribution services that help speed up the supply chain for manufacturers, retailers, and distributors. With our tireless work-ethic and passion to create bottom line results, we’ve developed a reputation as an industry leader in providing complete turnkey packaging solutions.
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YOUR PARTNER IN PACKAGING & LOGISTICS
NOTABLE EMPLOYERSCompany Operations Employment
Defense Supply Center Defense logistics, weapons system supply 3,000
Exel Inc. Contract logistics provider 1,900
United Parcel Service, Inc. Package delivery, global specialized 1,623 transportation and logistics services
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Retail distribution 920
Midwest Express Group Third-party logistics services 760
FedEx Corporation Package delivery, global specialized 700 transportation and logistics services
Kimball Midwest, Inc. Products and services for maintenance 700 and repair operations
Target Brands, Inc. Retail distribution 600
Access Drywall Supply Full-service drywall warehouse and distribution 450
Pacer International, Inc. Transportation and logistics services 397
FAST FACTS
by Three Scale Research (2011)
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
11-county area
(high-school to Ph.D.)
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
manufacturing capacity and headquarters operations
associations dedicated to the ongoing competitiveness of the logistics industry
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
economic SECTORS
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NOTABLE EMPLOYERSCompany Operations Employment
Alliance Data Marketing, credit and transaction solutions 2,374 Systems Corporation
Battelle Independent non-profit research and 2,201 development
Abbott Nutrition Nutritional/pharmaceutical products 2,200
Chemical Abstracts Chemical information databases 1,400 Service
Ashland Inc. Specialty chemical products and services 900
OCLC Non-profit computer library service and 722 research organization
IBM Applications and integrations solutions 671
Information Control IT services provider 436 Corporation
Transportation Independent automotive research, 400 Research Center Inc. development and testing solutions
Nestle USA Food and beverage product technology 243
FAST FACTS
Forbes magazine (2011)
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
Statistics 2011)
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
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HEADQUARTERS & BUSINESS SERVICES
economic SECTORS
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Barron’s Top Advisors 2013—Ohio
We are proud that so many of our Financial Advisors have been included in Barron’s Top 1,000. It
is a testament to the fact that doing right by our clients has fostered success both for those we
serve and for our firm. We congratulate these outstanding Financial Advisors and thank them for
the work they do every day to help their valued clients.
Source: Barron’s “Top 1,000 Advisors,” February 18, 2013, as identified by Barron’s magazine, using quantitative and qualitative criteria and selected from a pool of over 4,000 nominations. Advisors in the Top 1,000 Financial Advisors have a minimum of seven years of financial services experience. Qualitative factors include, but are not limited to, compliance record, interviews with senior management, and philanthropic work. Investment performance is not a criterion. The rating may not be representative of any one client’s experience and is not indicative of the Financial Advisor’s future performance. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors pays a fee to Barron’s in exchange for the rating. Barron’s is a registered trademark of Dow Jones & Company, L.P. All rights reserved.
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Michael Birgeneau, #24Graystone ConsultingInstitutional Consulting DirectorFinancial Advisor4449 Easton Way, Ste 300Columbus, OH 43219614-228-0600
Jeffrey L. Stewart, #17Executive DirectorFinancial Advisor545 Metro Place South, Ste 300Dublin, OH 43017614-798-3100
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NOTABLE EMPLOYERSCompany Operations Employment
JPMorgan Chase & Co. Financial services 17,438
Nationwide Mutual Insurance and financial services 11,085 Insurance Company
Limited Brands, Inc. Women’s apparel, personal care products 6,000
Huntington Financial services 4,813 Bancshares, Inc.
Cardinal Health, Inc. Medical products and services 4,384
American Electric Investor-owned electric utility 3,338 Power Co.
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Specialty retailer 2,650
Express Scripts Pharmacy benefits management 2,441 Holding Company
Alliance Data Marketing, credit and transaction solutions 2,374 Systems Corporation
State Farm Mutual Insurance and financial services 1,854 Automobile Insurance Company
FAST FACTS
economic output
Abercrombie & Fitch and DSW
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
or higher
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
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economic SECTORS
AGBIOSCIENCE
Proud to be a part of
Columbus’ past, present and future
S TAT E A U T O . C O M
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NOTABLE EMPLOYERSCompany Operations Employment
Battelle Independent non-profit research and 2,201 development
Abbott Nutrition Nutritional products, medical products, 2,200 pharmaceuticals
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals 1,250 Roxane, Inc. / Roxane Laboratories, Inc.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Consumer lawn and garden products, 1,165 Company professional horticulture products
Ashland Inc. Specialty chemical products, services and solutions 900
Anheuser-Busch Beer manufacturing, packing and shipping 580 Companies, Inc.
DuPont Films used in photovoltaics 560
ConAgra Foods, Inc. Microwave popcorn production 294
Nestle USA Research and development for nutrition, 243 health and wellness products
Select Sires, Inc. Livestock genetics 186
FAST FACTS
economy
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
technicians and scientists
home to researchers of every department touching on agriculture, with focus areas of advanced bioenergy and biobased products, environmental quality and sustainability, and food security, production and human health
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
industry, with services in agrochemical product development, animal health product development, and food quality and safety
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
economic SECTORS
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NOTABLE EMPLOYERSCompany Operations Employment
Honda of America Automobiles, engines, research 10,540 Mfg., Inc. and development
TS TECH Co., Ltd. Automotive interior parts 2,078
Exel Inc. Contract logistics provider 1,900
Teleperformance Outsourcing call center 1,682
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals 1,250 Roxane, Inc. / Roxane Laboratories, Inc.
Rolls-Royce plc Power systems for use on land, sea and air 1,132
Safelite Group, Inc. Vehicle glass repair and replacement, 1,021 insurance third party administrator
Mettler-Toledo Manufacturer and supplier of precision instruments 800 International Inc.
Cardington Yutaka Automotive parts, exhaust systems, torque and 750 Technologies, Inc. catalytic converters
Stanley Electric U.S. Co. Automotive lighting design, construction, 605 maintenance, production and assembly
FAST FACTS
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION
BUSINESS ADVANTAGES
international companies
operations
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MountGilead
MountVernon
Newark
Delaware
Circleville
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London
Lancaster
Bellfontaine
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Knox County
Licking County
FranklinCounty
Fairfield County
PickawayCounty
MadisonCounty
DelawareCounty
MorrowCounty
MarionCounty
LoganCounty Union
County
Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Intermodal Terminal
Dual Rail Industrial Park
National Gateway Corridor
Heartland Rail Corridor National Freight Rail Line
Major US/State Highway Interstate Highway
Industrial Parks
Collaboration Equals Jobs for Columbus
Logan County Area Chamber of Commerce
www.logancountyohio.com
Marion CAN DO!www.marioncando.com
Union Countywww.unioncounty.org
Morrow County Development Offi ce
www.morrowcountydevelopment.com
City of Canal Winchesterwww.canalwinchesterohio.gov
City of Pickeringtonwww.pickeringtondevelopment.com
Fairfi eld 33 Development Alliance
www.fairfi eld33.com
Violet Townshipwww.violet.oh.us
Pickaway Progress Partnership
www.pickawayprogress.com
Area Development Foundation of Knox County
www.knoxadf.com
City of Delawarewww.delawareohio.net
City of Powellwww.cityofpowell.us
Delaware Countywww.co.delaware.oh.us
City of Pataskalawww.ci.pataskala.oh.us
Licking CountyChamber of Commercewww.lickingcountychamber.com
Community partnerships brings new jobs and increased investments to the 11-county Columbus Region. Communities including the City of Columbus and Franklin County are investing through the Mid-Ohio Development Exchange (MODE).
City of Bexleywww.bexley.org
City of Columbuswww.columbus.gov
City of Dublinwww.dublin.oh.us
City of Gahannawww.gahanna.gov
City of Grandview Heightswww.grandviewheights.org
City of Grove Citywww.grovecityohio.gov
City of Groveportwww.groveport.org
City of Hilliardwww.hilliardohio.gov
City of New Albanywww.newalbanyohio.org
City of Reynoldsburgwww.ci.reynoldsburg.oh.us
City of Upper Arlingtonwww.uaoh.net
City of Westervillewww.westerville.org
City of Whitehallwww.whitehall-oh.us
City of Worthingtonwww.worthington.org
Columbus RegionalAirport Authority
www.columbusairports.com
Columbus-Franklin County Finance Authority
www.columbusfi nance.org
Franklin Countywww.franklincountyohio.gov
Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commissionwww.morpc.org
Village of Obetzwww.obetz.oh.us
City of Londonwww.ci.london.oh.us
Madison County CICwww.madisoncountychamber.org
Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Intermodal Terminal
Dual Rail Industrial Park
National Gateway Corridor
Heartland Rail Corridor National Freight Rail Line
Major US/State Highway Interstate Highway Industrial Parks
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and attraction of new businesses. Using a private-sector approach, JobsOhio is focused on nine targeted industries that drive the state’s economy.
JobsOhio is a customer-centric economic development model unlike that of any other state and operates using a “One Firm, One State” approach – a cultural change from the way economic development was conducted in the past. Today, JobsOhio and its regional and local partners work as one organization to be a leading provider of business solutions.
JobsOhio and Columbus 2020: True collaboration
Columbus 2020 is one of six JobsOhio network partners, each of which are committed to accelerating job growth and economic expansion in Ohio. JobsOhio oversees eff orts at the state level, ensuring each region is equipped with
the right tools, including demographic data, site selection details, and supply chain analysis.
As JobsOhio’s Central Ohio network partner, Columbus 2020 serves as the primary point of entry for business attraction, retention and expansion projects that are focused on the 11-county Columbus Region. Columbus 2020 also
works in collaboration with JobsOhio to market and promote the State of Ohio and the Columbus Region globally.
Together, JobsOhio and Columbus 2020 work hand-in-hand to pursue opportunities that generate jobs and capital investment in the Columbus Region, broadening regional economic development capabilities.
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New Albany Business Park
Master planned by innovators for innovators, the New Albany Business Park is one of the largest and fastest growing parks in the region.
Whether it’s technology ready sites or dual feed electric, public private partnerships together with a high degree of business connectivity enable us to offer the latest and most comprehensive resources available to drive innovation and promote commerce.
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The Columbus Partnership is a non-profi t, membership-based CEO organization of 52 CEOs from Columbus’ leading businesses and institutions. The Columbus Partnership’s primary goal is to improve the economic vitality of the Columbus Region.
Focus on Economic
Development
Economic development, through the work of Columbus 2020, is the main focus of the Partnership and provides the underpinning for all aspects of the organization.
Provide Thought Leadership
The Partnership actively benchmarks Columbus against peer communities, convenes community leaders from all sectors to discuss the vision of Columbus and engages in the action required to benefi t our community.
Be Catalysts for Civic
Improvement
The Partnership engages in all major projects that need strong civic leadership and intend to enhance the quality of our schools, arts and cultural organizations, or the development of downtown Columbus. The Partnership provides strategic approaches to turn vision into action to achieve the desired results without taking credit for accomplishments.
Develop Future Leaders
Identifying and empowering young leaders is important to every vital city.
Champion Regional Solutions
to Regional Problems
Whether it is economic development, workforce initiatives or other important priorities facing Columbus, the Partnership supports metropolitan approaches that improve service delivery and cost eff ectiveness.
Partner with the Public Sector
The Partnership supports and partners with the eff orts of elected offi cials at the state, county and city levels to work together for a common agenda.
Support Collaboration in the
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The Partnership supports collaboration between non-profi t organizations, particularly where the collaborative eff orts bring about cost savings and improved program eff ectiveness.
The Columbus Partnership: Improving the Economic Vitality of the Columbus Region
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COLUMBUS CHAMBER:
No one knows the Columbus Re-gion business community like the Columbus Chamber, an organiza-tion dedicated to helping compa-
nies grow through connections, resources and solutions. In its nearly 130-year history, the Chamber has evolved to become the Region’s largest business services organi-zation and primary advocate for businesses large and small.
With nearly 2,000 member businesses—90 percent of which are small businesses with 500 or fewer full-time employees—the Co-lumbus Chamber nurtures business growth. It serves as an extension of its members’ teams, working to save them time and money and propel their businesses forward.
Key services and solutions:
Customized connections to the right people, resources and information. Last year the Chamber staff conducted 1,000 meetings and facilitated thousands of con-nections.
Business advocacy at the local, state and federal levels of government. The Chamber carries the business message on issues like comprehensive tax reform, including mu-nicipal tax uniformity, regulation reform, education reform, workforce development and economic development.
Individually-tailored market research. A research team provides regional economic analysis, as well as local demographic and socioeconomic analysis.
Workforce solutions to find and retain talent. The Chamber connects talent to businesses through consultative services and tools like columbusinternships.com and semi-annual logistics job fairs.
M/WBE support for businesses from start-up to growth. Diversity Bridge pro-vides a one-stop web portal for business resources and a common M/WBE certifica-tion application.
ACCELERATE YOUR BUSINESS
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Columbus Region
Logistics Council:
A catalyst for
logistics growth
Strategically located between Chi-cago and the East Coast and
within a 10-hour drive to 50 percent of the U.S. population, manufactur-ing capacity and headquarters op-erations, the Columbus Region has become an attractive logistics hub for companies looking to efficiently distribute products nationwide.
Made up of representation from vari-ous logistics and distribution com-panies in the Region, the Columbus Region Logistics Council (CRLC) helps lead implementation of a stra-tegic roadmap, focused on growing the Region’s logistics sector through initiatives like the LogisticsART pro-gram, logistics job fairs, and relevant networking and professional devel-opment events.
According to a report issued by the CRLC in late 2012, the Region’s more than 80,000 employees in transpor-tation, warehousing and wholesale industries represent a concentration of logistics employment 41 percent greater than the national average.
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PRIVATE SECTOR
2Checkout.com Inc.3 Pillar Homes LLC889 Global SolutionsAccel Inc.Advanced Civil DesignAetna Building Maintenance Inc.Alterra Real Estate AdvisorsAmerican Electric PowerAmerican Structurepoint Inc.AmerisourceBergen Corp.Anderson Concrete Corp.Anheuser BuschArsdale Management and
ProductionAssurex GlobalAT&T OhioBakerHostelterBailey Cavalieri LLCBarnes & Thornburg LLPBattelleBeecherHillBenchmark BankBig LotsBluemile Inc.Bob Evans Farms Inc.The Boeing CorporationBricker & Eckler LLPBrooksourceBuckeye Power Inc.Buckeye Ready MixBuilding Industry Association of
Central OhioByers, Minton & Associates LLCCalfee, Halter & Griswold LLPCameron Mitchell RestaurantsCardinal HealthCardinal TransportationCarlile Patchen & Murphy LLPCassidy TurleyCD 102.5 RadioCentric ConsultingChemical Abstracts ServiceClark Schaefer HackettColdwell Banker King ThompsonColliers InternationalColumbia Gas of Ohio Inc.
Columbus Board of RealtorsColumbus Business FirstColumbus Coal & Lime Co.Columbus CrewThe Columbus FoundationCommerce National BankCompass HomesComResource Inc.Continental Office EnvironmentsCorna KokosingCOSICrane Group Co.Crawford HoyingCredoCrowe HorwathCSCCTL Engineering Inc.Daimler Group Inc.Danis Building Construction Co.DASCO Home Medical EquipmentDedicated Technologies Inc.DeloitteDesignGroupDickinson Wright PLLCThe Dispatch Printing Co.DLZDuke RealtyDupler OfficedynamItEclipseCorpe-Cycle LLCE.E. Ward Moving & Storage Co.Elford Inc.Emerson Network Power/LiebertEMH&T Inc.Ernst & Young LLPExxcelFacilitySource Inc.Fahlgren MortineFathom Online MarketingFifth Third BankFindley DaviesFirst EnergyFranchise Insurance Agency Inc.FrazierHeibyFrost Brown Todd LLCG&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers Inc.The Gammill Group Inc.
Gavroshe USAGBQ Partners LLCGeorge J. Igel & Co. Inc.GilbaneGlimcher Realty TrustGrand DesignGroup Inc.Grange InsuranceGreat Northern Consulting Services
Inc.Greif Inc.Hamilton Capital ManagementHamilton Parker Co.Haughn & Associates Inc.Heartland BankHeidelberg Distributing Co.Hilton Columbus at EastonHoffmann and Associates
Insurance Services Inc.Hollywood Casino ColumbusHomestead AmericaHonda of America Manufacturing
Inc.Honda of MarysvilleThe Huntington National Bank Inc.Hy-Tek Material Handling Inc.IBM Corp.Ice Miller LLPIGS EnergyInAlign Partners LLCInformation Control Corp.InnoSourceInsight BankInvergarry Partners LLCJeni’s Splendid Ice CreamsJohn Gerlach & Co. LLPJones DayJones Lang LaSalleJPMorgan Chase & CoKabil Associates Inc.Karpinski EngineeringKaufman DevelopmentKegler Brown Hill & Ritter Co. LPAThe Kenney Co.Kenwel Printers Inc.KeyBankKing Business Interiors Inc.Kirk Williams Co.KMH Systems Inc.
KPMGThe Kroger Co.The Lachey Co.Lancaster Colony Corp.Leading EDJELifestyle CommunitiesLimited BrandsLIVE! TechnologiesLoth Inc.M/I HomesManifest Solutions Corp.Manor HomesMatt Kallner Law OfficeMcDonald Hopkins LLCMcGladreyMedFlightMedical Mutual of OhioThe Memorial Tournament
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Metropolitan HoldingsMichael J. Platt, UBSMicrosoftMid-Ohio Development
CorporationMiles-McClellan Construction Co.
Inc.Miller Pipeline Corp.Mills JamesMKSKMomentive Specialty Chemicals
Inc.Montrose Group LLCThe Motorists Insurance GroupMount Carmel Health SystemMS Consultants Inc.MurphyEpson Advertising & Public
RelationsNationwide Children’s HospitalNationwide InsuranceNavigator Management Partners
LLCNBBJ LLCNetJetsThe New Albany Co.Norfolk SouthernOCLCODW Logistics Inc.
THANK YOU INVESTORS
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
It was an easy decision for Continental Office Environments to become an early investor in Columbus 2020. I totally buy in to the strategy that Kenny McDonald and his team
have put in place, and believe they are doing outstanding work. They have been extremely successful in landing new companies for our Columbus Region and have many more prospects underway.
Continental Office thrives on economic development and we depend on new companies entering the Central Ohio market to help fuel our own growth. Our investment means that we are helping to fund business attraction, which benefits not only our company but also our clients and business partners. It also keeps us close to the action in terms of Columbus 2020 monthly progress updates and investor meetings that we attend.
IRA SHARFIN, CEO
IT WAS AN
DECISION.EASY
NEIL MORTINEPresident and CEO
Our livelihood is dependent upon stable, thriving
companies in need of marketing and communications expertise, as well as the right staff to serve those businesses. In the Columbus Region, we’ve found both. We are proud to support a growth strategy that works actively not only to attract new companies to the Region, but also to nurture the longstanding businesses that call the Region home. And having access to a progressive, creative talent pool helps us serve clients from coast to coast without leaving the Columbus Region.
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
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THANK YOU INVESTORS
Building a better
and community engagement.
Columbus Color Run
King Arts Complex Board
Community Care Day
Cap City Marathon
The Builder’s Exchange
Childhood League of Ohio
Columbus Speech and Hearing
Slice of Columbus
Central Ohio Rebuilding Together
Great Scioto Duck Race
Mid-Ohio Food Bank
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Development Board
Columbus through construction
SERVING OHIO FIRST
From farm to plate, from our roots in Rio Grande to our new headquarters in New Albany – more than $160 million invested in our great state 2010 to 2014.
©2013 Bob Evans Farms, LLC.
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Inc.OhioHealthOld Trail PrintingOn Target Performance GroupOvermyer Hall AssociatesOxford Consulting Group Inc.Pillar Technology Group, LLCPizzuti Plante MoranPNC BankPorter Wright Morris & Arthur
LLPPortfolio CreativePR BrigadePrater Engineering Associates Inc.Precise Resource Inc.PricewaterhouseCoopers LLPPrime EngineeringPRISM Marketing CommunicationsQuandel Group Inc.R.G. Barry Corp.Refectory Restaurant and BistroRegent HomesRelocation Consultants LTDRenaissance Columbus
Downtown HotelRiver ConsultingThe Robert Weiler Co.Robin Enterprises Co.Rockford HomesRomanelli & Hughes Building Co.Rudolph/Libbe CompaniesRuscilli Construction Co. Inc.Sauer Group Inc.Schneider DownsSchooley Caldwell AssociatesSchottenstein HomesScotts Miracle-Gro CompanySequent Inc.Shred-It ColumbusSimon Kenton Council, Boy
Scouts of AmericaSmith & Hale LLCSmoot ConstructionSolid Waste Authority of Central
OhioSophisticated Systems
Southgate CorporationSquire Sanders & Dempsey LLPState Auto Insurance CompaniesSteptoe & Johnson PLLCSteven E. LeClair, UBSStewart Title Agency of
ColumbusStonehenge Partners Inc.StrateSphereSuburban Steel Supply CompanySugardaddy’s Sumptuous
SweetiesSuperior Beverage GroupTaft Stettinius & Hollister LLPTeam FishelThompson Hine LLPTim Hortons Cafe & Bake ShopTime Warner CableTrane Commercial SystemsTriad Architects Inc.Turner Construction CompanyTween Brands-JusticeUNICON International Inc.Unifi rst CorporationUnited Commercial TravelersUnitedHealthcare of OhioUS BankVaro Engineers Inc.Virginia HomesVorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease
LLPW. W. WilliamsWells Fargo Insurance Services
USA Inc.Westport Homes Inc.Williams Creek ConsultingWiproWoolpertWorly Plumbing Supply Inc.Worthington Industries Inc.Zimmer OhioZipline Logistics
G & J Pepsi Cola Bottlers has invested in Columbus 2020 to create an abundance of future growth opportunity for
Central Ohio businesses and individual households alike. We believe mighty and growing communities build a healthy region where all businesses and individuals benefi t. The city of Columbus, our larger community and region currently has a strong foundation, momentum and potential few regions possess. Leadership, human capital, education, industry and entrepreneurial spirit rooted by an unrelenting work ethic and committed work force are pillars of this foundation.
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
TIMELY &
POWERFUL
THOMAS G. PENDREYVice President and General Manager
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
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evolveAs Ohio’s largest independent accounting and consulting firm, we understand progress and the challenges that come with it. By merging traditional accounting with innovative consulting, SS&G has contributed to the success of clients in Columbus for more than four decades. We’re proud to be part of Central Ohio’s evolution and advancement.
Discover what makes us different at SSandG.com/words.
Assurance | Tax | Consulting
Growth requires change.
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public sector
Area Development Foundation of Knox County
City of BexleyCity of Canal WinchesterCity of ColumbusCity of DelawareCity of DublinCity of GahannaCity of Grandview HeightsCity of Grove CityCity of GroveportCity of HilliardCity of LondonCity of New AlbanyCity of PataskalaCity of PickeringtonCity of PowellCity of ReynoldsburgCity of Upper ArlingtonCity of WestervilleCity of WhitehallCity of WorthingtonColumbus-Franklin County Finance
AuthorityColumbus Regional Airport AuthorityDelaware CountyFairfield 33 Development AllianceFranklin CountyHeath-Newark-Licking County Port
Authority
THANK YOU INVESTORS
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
LIZA KESSLER Partner-in-Charge
AMEET PATEL General Manager
Columbus 2020 is a natural fit with Jones Day and our global footprint. As we provide
legal services to companies around Ohio, the nation, and the world, Columbus 2020 is reaching those same companies and markets, bringing Columbus to the world, and, ultimately, the world to Columbus. Building a vibrant economy in the Columbus Region benefits all of us who call Columbus home. Jones Day fully supports Columbus 2020’s vital mission.
We are proud to be an investor in Columbus 2020. The dynamic leadership behind
Columbus 2020’s bold vision is continuously working to take Columbus to the next level, and make our city one of the most desirable places to live, work and play. We have seen first-hand at Hollywood Casino the results of Columbus 2020’s efforts to attract and retain top talent in the Region. Unquestionably, Columbus is a vibrant and growing community with a diverse and talented workforce.
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ACADEMIC
INVESTORS
Columbus College of Art & DesignOhio Christian UniversityThe Ohio State UniversityThe Ohio State University Wexner
Medical Center
THANK YOU INVESTORS
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
JOELLE BROCKPRESIDENT AND CEO
Leading EDJE chose to become an investor of Columbus 2020 because we fi rmly believe
the partnership is run by exceptionally talented individuals, who with the right support, will help take the Columbus Region to the next level. Our investment means we are helping the community thrive and bring new opportunities, particularly in the technology fi eld, to the Columbus community. As a technology fi rm focused on the Columbus market, local economic development is of the utmost importance as we discover and grow technically talented individuals.
Kegler Brown was an early supporter of Columbus 2020 because we knew it was going to be a critical
gateway that would attract business investments to the Central Ohio region from around the world.
The team that Kenny McDonald has led has done an outstanding job in not only reaching out to attract new companies to invest in the Columbus Region, but also in continuing to assist existing businesses that call Central Ohio home.
Kegler Brown recognizes the immense value of Columbus 2020, what it means to the future of our community, and the benefi ts it brings not only to our fi rm, but especially to our clients.
public sector
CONTINUED
Licking County Chamber of Commerce
Logan County Area Chamber of Commerce
Madison County CICMarion CAN DO!Mid-Ohio Regional Planning
CommissionMorrow County Development Offi ceOhio Third FrontierPickaway Progress PartnershipUnion CountyVillage of ObetzViolet Township
MICHAEL A. ZATEZALOMANAGING DIRECTOR
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ROBERT SHENTON, CPACOLUMBUS OFFICE MANAGING PARTNER
MICHELLE ADAMSPRESIDENT AND FOUNDER
RON MILLSEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Columbus is on the move and we want to see the positive momentum continue
locally, nationally and globally. That’s why Plante Moran considers it important to support the economic development eff orts of Columbus 2020. As an investor, we receive valuable information that helps shape our business strategies and growth plans for Greater Columbus and the Region. We value the partnership between Columbus 2020 and Plante Moran, because we have built some great business relationships that have allowed us to continue to grow our practice and create more career opportunities throughout the Greater Columbus Region. Keep up the great work!
We are investors in Columbus 2020 because we believe in their work
and are proud to be part of their success. As a growing marketing fi rm, we have benefi ted directly from their attraction and retention of great businesses. We have also witnessed a growing number of talented people move to Columbus for our fi rm and many Central Ohio companies. The Columbus Region is on fi re!
SWACO is a strong supporter of Columbus 2020 and their focus on economic development
throughout Central Ohio. We have recently experienced their commitment and eff ectiveness in this role. Last year Kenny McDonald and his staff brought to our attention a Florida-based company, Team Gemini, who was looking to develop a sustainable energy green industrial park somewhere in the Columbus metropolitan area. The result of this collaboration, facilitated by Columbus 2020, is a private-public partnership formally executed this past January (2013) in which Team Gemini is investing over $300 million to create a green industrial park on SWACO property. The industrial park will not only increase area recycling rates by using trash as feedstock, but will also create hundreds of new jobs in the area. The value of Columbus 2020 speaks through their accomplishments in advancing the economy of the greater Columbus area for all of us who live and work in the Region.
What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...What Columbus 2020 investors are saying...
Ready for business. Ready for you. Make it Happen.
City of Columbus Economic Development DivisionLearn more about our job incentives, loans and grants
Bill WebsterDeputy Director
Jobs and Economic Development614-645-8605
Shane W. Farnsworth, EDFPEconomic Development
Administrator614-645-6679
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TechColumbus and partners across the Columbus Region are creating one of the most robust technology communities in the United States.
Thanks in large part to these efforts, the Columbus Region is recognized as one of the premier technology-enriched communities in the country and as a leader in building high-growth companies that create wealth and jobs.
TechColumbus gives entrepreneurs access to the tools, expertise, practical advice, and access to early stage capital that they need to launch and grow their companies. TechColumbus focuses on industries that reflect Central Ohio’s strengths: information technology, bioscience, and advanced materials. The organization’s knowledge-based and financial resources put entrepreneurs on a faster track, improving entrepreneurial success.
Access to CapitalTechColumbus provides access to a continuum of funding critical to early stage company development. These investment options include concept and seed funds, early and growth stage capital through
Ohio TechAngels Funds (OTAF) and X-Squared Angels, and syndicated and sidecar investments through a network of angels and other investors.
Advisory ServicesTechColumbus’ venture acceleration team strengthens emerging technology leaders with critical strategic and tactical advice. TechColumbus provides specific assistance in customer and market validation, business and financial modeling, evaluating capital investment requirements, building high-performance management teams and more. Our venture advisors and entrepreneurs-in-residence help entrepreneurs move from concept to business launch to execution.
AcceleratorThe TechColumbus Accelerator exists to help technology companies achieve sustainable growth as fast as possible. The Accelerator combines highly skilled advisors and an environment for accelerated growth, two critical components needed for early phase success. The high-energy energy environment is made up of flexible and affordable lab, office, and conference space.
Connections to Business, Public Sector and Resources
Companies that engage with TechColumbus receive personalized attention as the venture acceleration team customizes its approach for each individual client company. From developing a plan and value proposition to seeking customers and investment capital, TechColumbus services are tactical and practical, helping to shorten the time from concept to growth. Whether a business has an idea scratched on a napkin or is in a full beta test with a product or service, TechColumbus is eager to work with passionate entrepreneurs who to put forth the time and energy required to create the next big thing.
TechColumbus: Nurturing Seeds of Tech-based Entrepreneurial Growth
techcolumbus.org
For more information on advertising contact Holly Caruso at 614.220.5432 or via email at [email protected]
Joseph P. HendersonDevelopment Services Director
City of Pickerington 614.833.2204
[email protected] www.pickerington.net
The City of Pickerington provides access to everything your business needs for success. Our business friendly approach gives businesses the advantages and tools they need to excel in today’s market. The City of Pickerington is strategically located just east of Columbus with equal access to US 33 and Interstate 70. We look forward to the opportunity to discuss why Pickerington could be the right fit for your business. Our goal is to help your business be successful.
E C O N O M I CDEVELOPMENT
Joy Davis, CEcDEconomic Development
SpecialistViolet Township
www.violet.oh.us
“Violet Township is the unincorporated area surrounding the City of Pickerington. Situated in northwest Fairfield County and adjacent to the City of Columbus, development opportunities abound along the US 33 Corridor and in the northern portion of the township along SR 204 and in close proximity to I-70. Contact Joy Davis 614.382.5988 to discuss the power of purple; we get it done.”
R. Michael PettitDirector, Lancaster
Economic Development 740.687.6670 Ext. 210
[email protected] http://www.ci.lancaster.oh.us/
dept/econdev/
Take advantage of Lancaster’s central location, attractive benefits and inviting community to grow your business. Rock Mill Industrial Park is Austin-Ady Certified for manufacturing and food processing. The Park has all utilities piped, immediate access to U.S. 33 and a pre 1994 Community Reinvestment Area providing industrial clients fifteen year / 100% real property tax abatement for improvements and we guarantee expedited processes. The opportunities are wide open.
Bob ClarkDirector, Fairfield County Economic Development
[email protected] www.businesscounty.com
www.fairfield33.com
Ideally situated on the U.S. 33 Corridor, Fairfield County offers a diversified portfolio of business incentives from expansive logistic infrastructure to international trade resources. Our community is prepared to meet your unique business needs.
If you are serious about your business, then join a community that is serious about getting you to your first day of profit faster. Contact the Fairfield County Economic Development Office today!
Patrik G. Bowman, A.I.C.P.
Director of Administration and Development
[email protected] www.grandviewheights.org
Grandview Heights is the closest incorporated community to downtown Columbus. It’s practically adjacent to The Ohio State University, Battelle Memorial Institute, major medical facilities, and only a short drive to Port Columbus International Airport. Our sheer proximity to the vibrant center of the state capital provides a significant advantage for companies seeking a central Ohio location.
David MeeksEconomic Development
Director 614-604-4647
The City of Hilliard is friendly and vibrant with residents who feel genuine and real about their neighbors and community. Hilliard is choosing smart-growth initiatives to achieve its vision to become a highly connected and unified community with charm, substance and activities that serve a range of diverse appeal.
Timothy M. BolandCity Administrator
www.ci.pataskala.oh.us
Pataskala is one of the most competitive economic development locations. Ohio’s premier site, the Pataskala Corporate Park, contains 520+ acres of prime manufacturing sites and a certified Job Ready Site. Projects can commence quickly in the short term, and be successful in the long term.
We invite you to look further at the possibilities and opportunities in Pataskala, Ohio, U.S.A.
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TEAm
Kenny McDonald, CEcD
Chief Economic [email protected]
Justin Bickle
Senior Project [email protected]
Victor Thorne
Managing Director, Strategic [email protected]
Matt McCollister
Vice President, Economic [email protected]
Beth Harrington
Vice President, Investor [email protected]
Katie Hamilton
Project Manager, Economic [email protected]
Deborah Scherer
Director, Global Markets614-225-6096 [email protected]
Stephanie I. Bosco
Economic Development [email protected]
Matt McQuade
Director, Business Development, North America614-225-6920 [email protected]
Becky Blatt
Executive Assistant to the Chief Economic [email protected]
Karin Redelberger
Economic Development Coordinator614-225-6088 [email protected]
The Columbus 2020 team has decades of economic development experience and is ready to connect you with the people, information, and location resources your business needs.
Jeff Zimmerman
Director, Columbus Region Logistics [email protected]
Irene Alvarez
Director, Marketing and [email protected]
Patty Dalton Huddle
Vice President, Existing Business Solutions614-225-6065 [email protected]
Jung Kim
Director, Research [email protected]
Chris Strayer
Client Solutions [email protected]
Jay Knox
Research [email protected]
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Alex Fischer, ChairmanPresident and CEOThe Columbus Partnership
John W. Partridge, TreasurerPresident Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc.
Eric Phillips, SecretaryExecutive DirectorUnion County Economic Development PartnershipChief Executive Offi cerUnion County Chamber of Commerce
Marilyn BrownCounty CommissionerFranklin County Board of Commissioners
Michael ColemanMayorCity of Columbus
John C. FisherExecutive Vice PresidentOhio Farm Bureau Michael KellerExecutive Vice President and Chief Information Offi cerNationwide
Michael W. LougeExecutive Vice President and ChiefFinancial Offi cerOhioHealth
Gregory R. OvermyerChief Executive Offi cerOvermyer Hall Associates
Mark PattonGeneral ManagerJobsOhio
Dr. Mark SmithPresidentOhio Christian University
David Williams, Ph.D., Sc.D.Dean & Presidential ProfessorCollege of EngineeringThe Ohio State University
Pablo A. VegasPresident and Chief Operating Offi cerAEP Ohio, American Electric Power
EX-OFFICIO
Laing AkersSenior AttorneySquire Sanders Kenny McDonald, PresidentChief Economic Offi cerColumbus 2020
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BRANDING COLUMBUS
Marketing the Columbus Region with a consistent message and creative approach remains criti-cal to establishing the Region as a thriving, desirable business climate. Numerous organizations market Columbus to various au-
diences—Columbus 2020 and the Columbus Cham-ber to businesses, Experience Columbus to visitors, corporations to executives, universities to educators and students, hospitals to physicians and even Co-lumbus residents to their friends.
HISTORICALLY, our community has not marketed itself with a consistent foundation. Visual identities were unique to each organization, providing no rec-ognizable differences between Columbus, Ohio, and the other “Columbus” locations nationwide. As the Columbus Region strove for unity in its branding ef-forts, these inconsistencies posed a problem.
About two years ago, various organizations and stakeholders worked with local agency Fahlgren Mortine to come up with a common theme consis-tent with the Region’s brand essence: a ColumbUS marker and campaign signifying not only the Region’s unity, but also its position in the domestic and global marketplace.
IN THE LAST TWO YEARS the cohesive brand has been adopted by various organizations around the Region, including more than 20 City of Columbus de-partments. The brand also is visible at Port Columbus International Airport and shone brightly last year in New York’s famed Times Square.
Although collaboration has been effective, the brand-ing initiative is far from finished. One of the key pieces of this program is an online toolkit that provides all the necessary visual and communications elements to leverage the Columbus brand, encouraging even more organizations to get on board.
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Columbus State is the front door to higher education—and a career—for more Central Ohio residents than any other college or university. Most of our graduates remain in Central Ohio, starting businesses and filling key jobs in high-growth fields like health care, information technology, logistics and hospitality. Our alumni generate more than $900 million for Central Ohio every year in higher earnings and the increased output of businesses. We see the workforce of 2020 here today, and they have us excited about Central Ohio’s future.
At Columbus State, we see 2020.
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