Healthcare

Andelyn Biosciences, a clinical manufacturer of materials for Phase 1, 2, and 3 gene therapy clinical studies for global biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, was born out of Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Central Ohio. Andelyn Biosciences has chosen to establish a new gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organization in Columbus, which has become a hub of gene therapy innovation.

Invacare, a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of innovative home and long-term care medical products, plans to grow at its headquarters in Elyria with the expansion of a new oxygen concentrator to address rising global demand for respiratory equipment.

Two Labs, a central Ohio-based company that provides a range of services for pharmaceutical manufacturers, services customers across the U.S. from Ohio. Looking to expand its reach, Two Labs will grow in Ohio, nearly doubling its number of employees.

Mix Talent — a fast-growing talent acquisition and consulting firm that specializes in serving high-value clients in the biotech and healthcare industries —sought to establish a centralized U.S. hub. The company has experienced the benefits of having its headquarters in Ohio including rapidly acquiring market share and lower operational costs.

Sarepta Therapeutics Inc., the leader in precision genetic medicine for rare diseases, sought to establish a Gene Therapy Center of Excellence for research to develop treatments for rare neuromuscular diseases. The company will invest $32 million to build the center in Columbus, Ohio, near its long-standing partner, Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

J&B Medical, one of the fastest growing and most successful medical distribution companies in the world, wants to capitalize on northwest Ohio’s revitalization. With the support of economic development partnerships and JobsOhio’s Talent Acquisition Services, J&B Medical will significantly increase its workforce while investing in Ohio.