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Technology in Ohio is one of the fastest-growing industries with expertise in sectors including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IoT, and more. Additionally, Ohio is one of only four states to provide both property tax exemption and data center tax incentives, making it a prime location for all IT services.

Thanks to a talented workforce, access to global customers and low-hazard risk location, Ohio has become a hub for all things Tech — and big brands are taking notice. Ohio is already home to an array of technology companies that are household names, including Facebook, Google, Amazon Web Services, IBM, Upstart, and Carvana.

From startups to established leaders in every industry, Ohio is one of tech’s best states for innovation. Innovation requires investments in Research & Development, a Skilled and Educated Workforce, and an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive.

Staying current on industry news and economic developments helps you stay informed on how and when to make a move to Ohio. Here you will find a variety of resources on how others have taken advantage of our robust infrastructure to be on the cutting edge of disruptive technology growth right here in Ohio.

Radiance Technologies Expands Operations in Beavercreek

Defense Contractor Adding 100 Jobs
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Cerkl Expands in the Cincinnati Region

Adding 125 new jobs in next three years
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A Leading E-Commerce Solutions Company Expands, Bringing 203 Jobs to Northeast Ohio

Tradefull, a top e-commerce solutions and fulfillment company, will double its workforce in the city of Green.
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Tradefull has decided to invest in Northeast Ohio to help large e-commerce companies streamline and enhance their operations. Local, regional, and state economic development partners – including the City of Green, Summit County, Greater Akron Chamber, Team NEO and JobsOhio – worked collaboratively to ensure Tradefull expanded in the Northeast Ohio Region.

OverDrive Will Expand Its Headquarters in Northeast Ohio

OverDrive will build out approximately 7,000 square feet of unoccupied space to accommodate over 400 employees.
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OverDrive, the world’s leading digital reading platform for libraries and schools, plans to expand its headquarters in Garfield Heights, creating 75 new jobs. The company will build out approximately 7,000 square feet of unoccupied space at its Blue Sky Campus to accommodate the new employees.

VARGO® Expands Collaborative, Tech Savy Operations in Ohio

Ohio’s strong history of innovation around technology and logistics are key to the company’s ongoing growth
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VARGO®, a leading provider of material handling systems integration, warehouse execution software, and equipment solutions for fulfillment and distribution centers, plans to expand its operations in the Columbus Region, investing approximately $4 million and creating 24 new jobs.

Park Place Technologies Expands Ohio Headquarters

A tech-savvy workforce, fueled by partnerships forged with universities in the region, drove the decision to expand in Ohio
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Park Place Technologies has significantly increased its domestic and international operations through acquisitions and organic growth. The company, global IT infrastructure services and solutions provider, plans to expand its workforce in Mayfield Heights, adding 150 jobs to its existing local workforce of 467.

BARK Expands in Ohio to Enhance E-commerce Support

Ohio's startup ecosystem and central U.S. location were critical in BARK's decision to grow and add 500 jobs
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Due to the nationwide uptick in pet adoption during COVID-19, BARK – a monthly subscription service providing dog products, services, and experiences –has seen unprecedented growth and is branching out to meet the increased demand for its services. BARK will triple its workforce in Columbus to support ongoing needs.

Barbaricum Opens Regional Hub to Support Government Contracts

This investment in Ohio will support the company’s work with the National Air and Space Intelligence Center and the Wright-Patterson area.
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Barbaricum will open its newest regional office near Dayton which is anchored in defense expertise by Wright Patterson Air Force Base. This investment in Ohio will support the company’s work with the National Air and Space Intelligence Center and other government contracts.

Aptima commits to additional investment in Fairborn, Ohio

The company will expand its local workforce by 50% over the next 3 years.
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Aptima is committed to continued growth in its Fairborn office, with plans to hire additional personnel to support its work with the Department of Defense dedicated to preparing and training Warfighters for mission readiness.

WillowTree Expands with Ohio’s World-Class Tech Talent

Ohio-based digital agency scales workforce to meet its current surge in demand for digital products amid the pandemic
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WillowTree, LLC, a top mobile app developer and digital product agency, is expanding in Central Ohio. Since its acquisition of the Columbus-based digital agency Dynamit in 2019, WillowTree has continued to grow in other established markets, and scaling its Columbus office will help the company manage increased customer volume.