Fostering a Thriving Economic Future for Ashtabula County
Our mission is to cultivate a resilient business ecosystem through strategic retention and attraction. We serve as a catalyst for sustainable growth, empowering local enterprises while positioning Ashtabula County as a premier destination for global industry investment.
The Ashtabula County Advantage
Strategic Location
Positioned at the heart of the industrial Midwest, Ashtabula County offers seamless multimodal access to major North American markets through rail, highway, and the Great Lakes.
Pro-Business Workforce
A legacy of manufacturing excellence is fueled by a dedicated labor pool and advanced vocational partnerships, ensuring businesses have the talent needed to scale.
Ready-to-Build Assets
With shovel-ready industrial sites, reliable utility networks, and deep-water port access, our infrastructure is designed to support heavy industry and global logistics.
Exceptional Quality of Life
Beyond business, we offer a low cost of living, top-tier schools, 30 miles of Lake Erie shoreline, and a vibrant community anchored by world-class wineries.
Ashtabula County’s Partner in Economic Growth and Resilience
Strategic Business Retention & Expansion
We prioritize the growth of our existing business community. Through consistent outreach and site visits, we identify operational obstacles and provide targeted resources to help local companies scale and maintain competitive advantages in the global market.
Business Attraction & Strategic Recruitment
Positioning Ashtabula County as a top-tier destination for investment is at our core. We actively recruit new industries by highlighting our logistical strengths, skilled labor pool, and collaborative business environment to regional and domestic investors.
Site Selection Facilitation
We streamline the search for commercial and industrial space. By maintaining an up-to-date inventory of available buildings and shovel-ready land, we provide businesses with the critical data and local expertise needed for confident site selection decisions.
Financial Assistance Guidance
Our team navigates the landscape of local and state (JobsOhio) incentives. We help businesses access tax exemptions and credits, low-interest loans, and workforce grants, ensuring that financial opportunities are fully leveraged to drive local economic impact.
Driving Growth in Ashtabula County
Realizing economic potential through strategic business retention and global attraction initiatives.
"Our decision to invest nearly $100 million in the Risberg Natural Gas Pipeline reflects a long-term commitment to strengthening the energy infrastructure that underpins economic growth in Ashtabula County. Reliable, affordable natural gas is a critical enabler for manufacturers, new business development, and job creation. This project not only improves access to energy for existing industries, but also positions the region to attract new investment, supporting sustainable economic expansion and greater opportunity for the community."
Oivind Risberg
CEO, RH energytrans
420+
$272M
JOBS SECURED
TOTAL INVESTMENT
Securing the Future of Local Industry
Through our targeted development strategies, we have successfully secured three top-tier business and infrastructure projects to Ashtabula County in recent years, creating a new economic hub for regional manufacturing.
400+
SHOVEL-READY ACRES
$100M+
INFRASTRUCTURE investment
40+
ANNUAL RETENTION VISITS