Ohio Development

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Starting April 6, 2026, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by @OhioJFS. Your local energy assistance providers will stay the same, please reach out to them with any questions.

Reminder: those interested in applying for the Tier 1 MBAC RFP have until May 6 at 5pm to submit questions to ohiombac@development.ohio.gov . Q&A answers will be posted on May 8. Learn more at: bit.ly/3LGnTwY

Founded in 2016, Bahar N Reza LLC, a Montgomery County bridal and fashion boutique, is expanding thanks to support from the Ohio Department of Development. Start your own success: development.ohio.gov/business #SmallBusinessWeek

Find events, workshops, and career fairs across the state highlighting opportunities for students and job seekers all this week May 4-8. Learn more and find events near you at: topjobs.ohio.gov/week/in-demand…

Founded in 2024 by La’Zendra Danforth, Konfetti Carts is a premium ice cream cart catering service dedicated to bringing the highest quality and most luxurious ice cream experience to events and special occasions. Start your own success: development.ohio.gov/business #SmallBusinessWeek

#ICYMI: Ohio Third Frontier has released the RFP for Phase 2 projects through the Technology Validation and Start-up Fund program. Awards are up to $200,000 for reach project and target companies ready to move technologies from Ohio research to market. bit.ly/4cK5rO1

Governor Mike DeWine joined local and state leaders to break ground on a new walking and biking trail along the banks of the Muskingum River. The project is being funded with a $1.1 million grant from the Appalachian Community Grant Program. Read More: bit.ly/4tK5znL

Will we see you at Ohio Tourism Day? Spend your afternoon exploring destinations and attractions across the heart of it all, get the inside scoop on what's happening this summer, and plan your next great Ohio vacation! Learn more and RSVP at: bit.ly/4t9C4uG

DYK? Ohio ranks third in the nation and first in the Midwest in the number of apprentices, with more than 25,000 Ohioans currently enrolled in an apprenticeship program. To learn more about apprenticeships visit: apprentice.ohio.gov.

The #OhioBusinessMatchmaker Conference is a chance for #Ohio businesses to connect with different government contracting opportunities to help grow business and develop relationships. #OhioEPA's Naquetta and Steve had a great time! @wrightstate @OhioDevelopment

Development is looking for an Energy Specialist to join a team of dedicated individuals who help drive Ohio's energy future through innovation, efficiency, and community impact. Learn more and apply at: bit.ly/48sriZ1

What New Yorkers are seeing in the skies this week is being built in Ohio. @JobyAviation just made history with the first-ever point-to-point eVTOL flight in NYC—JFK to Manhattan in 7 minutes. The aircraft? Made possible by Ohio's growing manufacturing footprint.

Hello, New York City. 🗽 Over the next week, our electric air taxi will showcase a quieter, cleaner, faster way to move through New York, in partnership with the @PANYNJ, @NYCEDC, and @FAANews. The first ever point-to-point eVTOL flights in New York's history, connecting JFK to Manhattan's heliport network in minutes, demonstrate how we intend to integrate with the region's existing infrastructure. Our vision for New York is simple: make getting to the airport — one of the city's most daunting experiences — one of its best, through partnerships with @Delta and @Uber that connect ground transportation and air travel in a single, seamless journey. Full release + additional photos & videos ⬇️

Did you get a text from a @ohgov agency? Here’s info to help protect yourself from common scams and how to report them: ohio.gov/residents/reso… #TipTuesday

Development today announced the release of nearly $850,000 through the Regional 166 Direct Loan and Roadwork Development Grant (629) Program that will enhance communities and support business expansion. Read More: bit.ly/41Z4Lzq

Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today announced the approval of five projects that will create 437 new jobs and retain 315 jobs statewide. Read More: bit.ly/4tBlmFp

Development is seeking regional partners to operate Small Enterprise Cybersecurity Upgrade & Resiliency Enhancement (CyberSECURE) Centers to support Ohio’s small businesses. Read More: bit.ly/4vLC6v5https:/…

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2026 Ohio Business Matchmaker! We hope the connections and partnerships you made continue into further success as we look forward to next year's event!

The Appalachian Regional Commission, in partnership with the Ohio Governor’s Office of Appalachia, is now accepting applications for the Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative. Read More: bit.ly/4vCze3I

🏡 Our friends at the OLBA take places most people have written off and left in the past- vacant lots, abandoned buildings, blighted properties- and they see a future! And because of that, real progress is happening everyday, all across Ohio.

Thank you to Ohio Land Bank Association! At OLBA's annual conference Development was recognized as Partner of the Year for our work supporting community development across the state.