It’s The Best Place To Be…
That is what Entrepreneur and Site Selection magazines say about the area as they ranked it one of the best locations to position a business!
Center of the TechBelt…
Youngstown-Warren sits midway between Cleveland and Pittsburgh in the Northeast Ohio-Western Pennsylvania TechBelt. This area is successfully transitioning to a technology and knowledge-based economy by leveraging its industrial and academic strengths.
We Are Not Rusty Anymore…
With in just the past two years, 107 businesses have invested $682 million here, crating 4,510 new jobs - proving this is the place to be in today’s global economy. We are a center for advanced manufacturing, distribution and back office activity.
In fact, during the second quarter of 2010, we led the nation in manufacturing job growth and ground was broken on one the largest manufacturing projects anywhere in North America.
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Hub of Innovation…
The area was just designated Ohio’s Entrepreneurial Hub of Advanced Materials Commercialization and Software Development.
Unparalleled Market Access…
This is the only place that offers effective overnight ground access to both New York City and Chicago - both are within less than an 8 hour drive.
Easy and Uncongested Connectivity…
I-80 and I-76 run through the heart of region, which is also served by 5 airports (2 international), 2 class 1 rail service providers and direct highway access to Lake Erie and Ohio River ports.
Our Low Costs & Your Bottom Line…
The region’s low cost business environment, coupled with its low cost of living is consistently below the U.S. average and the housing market is ranked as one of the most affordable in the nation.
Available and Productive Employees...
There is an abundant supply of available, affordable and highly productive labor. With a mid-western, get it done attitude, our diverse workforce has proven it can exceed the demands of any business setting.
Our Thirst For Knowledge…
Youngstown State University, with its more than 14,000 students, Kent State University’s regional campuses, Walsh University and the new Eastern Ohio Community College provide outstanding educational opportunities, plus there are more than 95 higher-ed campuses within just a 2 hour drive.
It’s an Exciting and Vibrant Place To Live…
Outstanding parks, museums, theaters, art galleries, sporting events, golf courses, county clubs, live concert and event venues, biking and hiking trails, lakes, night-spots, health clubs and much more provide residents with a dynamic choice of recreational opportunities.
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