A press release by JobsOhio shares the state of Ohio has been ranked number one in the Global Groundwork Index by Site Selection magazine for the second straight year, based on a comprehensive analysis of job creation, capital expenditures, and strategic infrastructure development from 2020 through July 2024.
“Ohio continues to lead the nation in the Global Groundwork Index because our public sector infrastructure investments lay the groundwork for economic growth,” said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. “We’re preparing large-scale sites for industrial development, expanding our skilled workforce, and fortifying our energy, telecom, transportation, and water infrastructure so that Ohio is always at the top of the list for businesses looking to start up or expand.”
Ohio’s top ranking, determined by the convergence of public infrastructure development and private-sector business expansion, underscores why Ohio has risen five slots to be a Top 7 state for Business in CNBC’s 2024 rankings. Companies benefit from visionary public investments, business-friendly policies, and the unparalleled responsiveness of JobsOhio’s specialized industrial sector teams and a statewide network of private economic development partners when they choose Ohio.
“In Ohio, we are proud of the fact that we produce the essential goods that people need to live and thrive, and we are committed to proving that ‘Made in Ohio’ is an important part of ‘Made in America,’” said Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted. “Team Ohio has deployed an aggressive strategy to improve infrastructure, including roads and bridges, broadband and 5G, water and sewer, brownfield and demolition funding, and other targeted investments to make sure that we are ready to support the growth of new and existing businesses.”
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