Recognition for Ohio
Ohio is leading the way.
Don’t just take our word for it. Ohio continues to be awarded for progress towards capital and economic investment. In fact, for the third year in a row Ohio has been awarded the Governor’s Cup, recognition given to the state with the most capital investment projects during the previous year.
Business executives choose to continue investing in Ohio because the state offers balance between work and life unlike anywhere else. The Great State of Ohio offers business and industry award-winning qualities that contribute to better balance and optimal business performance.
Read about some of our achievements:
Ohio Wins Third Consecutive Governor's Cup
For the third straight year, Site Selection has awarded its prestigious Governor's Cup to Ohio, recognizing it as the nation's leading state for capital investment. The Governor's Cup is awarded annually to the state with the most capital investment projects during the previous year. Ohio claimed the 2008 Governor's Cup with 503 projects, edging out second-place Texas, which finished with 497.
Ohio Recognized for Best Business Environment in the Midwest
In 2009, Ohio ranked 4th nationally, up three spots from where the state placed in 2008. According to the Site Selection surveys, Ohio’s transportation infrastructure and access, existing workforce skills, and state and local tax environment, including the full elimination of the corporate franchise and tangible personal property taxes, were the heaviest influences on executive polling.