Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development

Just wrapped an incredible week at #ACCE25 in Philly! Our team gained fresh insight on AI, talent, & leadership, and had time to bond while enjoying Philly’s culture, food, & the iconic Rocky Steps. Thanks @ACCEHQ! #GoTeamRichland #CommunityLeadership #ChamberStrong

Happy 90th Birthday to Merris Welge! 🎉 A 30-year SCORE mentor, Chamber volunteer, and champion of small business. His kindness and leadership continue to make a lasting impact. #CommunityHero #HappyBirthday

Buckeye Imagination Museum launched a new Imagination Library kiosk, bringing free books to kids under 5! #RibbonCutting

Der Dutchman celebrated its grand reopening in Belleville with a lively ribbon-cutting and community event! #RibbonCutting

State of Ohio budget approves $20M for expanded broadband access along U.S. 30. = business growth, equitable telehealth, better access to digital tools. 👏 Thanks to local leaders for championing the effort. #TeamRichland #BroadbandForAll bit.ly/4nuXGA1

Pinnacle Building Services opened in Lexington, bringing 17+ years of commercial cleaning expertise to our region. #RibbonCutting

Thanks to @Ideastream for covering Richland County’s new Port Authority. This helps explain why it’s such a valuable tool for economic growth. 📰 bit.ly/4lmfw6g #TeamRichland #EconDev #PortAuthority

Groundbreaking day at Mansfield Speedway! A $2M+ transformation is underway with racing, events, and a space for all, thanks to Jordan and @matt_tifft! #GoTeamRichland

Richland County has officially formed a Port Authority, a big step forward for local economic growth. Thanks to all who supported this exciting development! bit.ly/4mYjmUK

Thanks to all who attended the 2025 Regional Economic Forum! Grateful to our speakers, sponsors (The Boyd-Eichinger-Brafford Group at Merrill Lynch Bank of America, KKR), and supporters across the region. #RegionalEconomicForum

Mansfield Motor Speedway is coming back! Racing, events, festivals, & more, all driving growth in Richland County. #MansfieldSpeedway bit.ly/45FRXAN

Growth takes support. Richland County provides real tools to help businesses expand and succeed. #EconDevWeek #BusinessIncentives #RichlandCounty

Thank you, Destination Mansfield - Richland County, for recognizing the BrandRichland video with a Tourism Award of Excellence! Proud to celebrate community pride and storytelling together. #BrandRichland #AFamilyofCommunities

Did you know Richland County draws leaders who want to learn, lead, and make an impact? The Discover Richland Tour showed how healthcare fuels growth. #EconDevWeek #RichlandCounty #HealthcareEconomy #DiscoverRichland

61 ribbon cuttings in 2024 = 61 stories of growth in Richland County. This is economic development. #EconDevWeek #RibbonCutting #RichlandCounty #BusinessGrowth

Did you know? Shelby’s Broadway & Main is being cleared for new opportunity after 3 years of partnership & persistence. This is economic development. #EconDevWeek #RichlandCounty #Revitalization

In Richland & Crawford counties, $186K in state funds helped upskill workers, close skill gaps, and boost careers. #EconDevWeek #Upskilling #WorkforceDevelopment #RichlandCounty

Economic Development Week starts soon. Get ready for stories of collaboration and growth in Richland County. #EconDevWeek

Great day with @TeamNEO! From Mansfield Lahm to Chartner to Hudson & Essex - Richland County is on the rise. #GoTeamRichland

Explore Mohican State Park, Malabar Farm, South Park & the Ohio State Reformatory...all on the Johnny Appleseed Byway! 🍎 Thanks @ODOT_Statewide for spotlighting RICHland County in your latest scenic adventure! #JohnnyAppleseedByway #OhioTravel bit.ly/4jauKLe