Columbus, Ohio – Ohio officials have announced a sweeping wave of economic development projects expected to reshape communities across the state, bringing new jobs, fresh payroll, and major private investment. Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik confirmed that seven projects have been approved, with a combined impact that reaches far beyond simple numbers.
Together, these projects are expected to create 1,328 new jobs while also retaining 905 existing positions across Ohio. The financial footprint is equally striking, with more than $83.5 million in new annual payroll projected and over $123.4 million in total investment tied to the developments.
The approvals came during a monthly meeting of the Ohio Tax Credit Authority, which reviewed proposals presented by JobsOhio and its regional partners. Each project received a Job Creation Tax Credit, a move designed to support business growth while strengthening the state’s economic future.
Projects spread across multiple regions bring wide impact
The approved developments are spread across several regions of Ohio, each carrying its own weight in job creation and investment.
In central Ohio, Dupon USA LLC is preparing to launch a major project in Columbus. The company, known for designing ice cream equipment used around the world, plans to build a large 175,000-square-foot facility. This site will focus on producing baked wafers, cookies, and crunch products for the ice cream industry. The project is expected to create 60 jobs and generate more than $3 million in new payroll each year.
Also in Columbus, Copper Run Capital LLC is planning an expansion that will create 30 new jobs and bring in $6 million in payroll. The firm will lease 18,000 square feet of space as it grows its mergers and acquisitions advisory services.
Northeast Ohio is seeing some of the largest expansions. Applied Metal Technologies, LTD is planning a project that will span multiple locations, including Bedford Heights, Brooklyn Heights, and Wadsworth. The company intends to expand its operations by adding aluminum wheel casting capabilities. This effort is expected to create 152 jobs and generate $11 million in payroll.
Meanwhile, East Trailers LLC is moving forward with a major expansion in Randolph Township and Kent. The company manufactures commercial trailers and truck bodies and plans to increase production capacity while introducing new designs. This project alone is expected to create 175 jobs and produce nearly $9.6 million in payroll.
In southwest Ohio, Resonant Sciences LLC is setting up a project in Beavercreek focused on advanced manufacturing tied to military aircraft components. The company will build a production facility to support large-scale operations, creating 101 jobs and adding $10 million in payroll.
Southeast Ohio is set to receive some of the most significant boosts. Vertiv Corporation is leading the way with a major expansion in Ironton. The company, which works in data center and communication infrastructure, plans to create 520 jobs, the largest number among the approved projects. This expansion is expected to generate more than $26 million in payroll.
Another major development in the region comes from APAR USA LLC in Frazeysburg. The company, which operates globally in energy and industrial materials, is planning a project that will create 290 jobs and generate nearly $17.9 million in payroll.
Economic momentum continues across Ohio
Each of these projects reflects a broader push to grow Ohio’s workforce while strengthening key industries, including manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure. The use of Job Creation Tax Credits shows a targeted effort to attract and retain businesses that can deliver long-term economic value.
With projects ranging from advanced manufacturing facilities to corporate expansions, the state is positioning itself as a place where companies can grow while communities benefit from new opportunities. The combined impact of these seven developments signals continued momentum, as Ohio works to build a stronger and more resilient economy for the future.
