Ohio has positioned itself as a hub for job creation and investment growth, with the recent announcement of three major projects that are set to infuse the state with more than $13 million in investments. According to a statement obtained by the Office of Governor Mike DeWine, these initiatives are anticipated to create 1,241 new jobs and maintain over 700 existing positions.
The Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) has thrown its weight behind these measures by approving job creation tax credits. Picanova Inc., known for its custom wall décor, is a key player in the Central Ohio region with plans to create 246 jobs and over $13 million in annual payroll following their move from Arizona to Obetz. "The proposed project includes the relocation of Picanova’s Arizona operation to Ohio," Governor DeWine's office highlighted.
In Northeast Ohio, the situation is similarly optimistic. Great Day Improvements, LLC is expected to make a significant impact across multiple sites, including Walton Hills, Bedford Heights, and Twinsburg. Here, 412 jobs are forecasted, contributing more than $22 million in new payroll. This strategic escalation of the company's operations involves a novel emphasis on efficiency and the expansion of its manufacturing footprint.
Moving southwest, Great Day Improvements, LLC also underscores its commitment to the Sharonville community. Their expansion project is on track to generate an impressive 583 new positions and tipping the scales with more than $30 million in new annual payroll. The company is boosting its manufacturing output by adding multiple shifts—signaling a robust industrial vigor in Hamilton County.
These projects, steered by Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Development Director Lydia Mihalik, dovetail with Ohio's broader economic blueprint, which supports statewide growth and innovation. This approval by the TCA, as heralded by the Governor's office, represents a milestone in the state's effort to bolster employment and attract investment, fostering a favorable climate for business expansion and community development.
