• The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
  was formed by the merger of the Ohio Department of Human Services and Bureau of Employment Services. It offers programs that provide employment and economic assistance, health care, child support, and services to families and children in Ohio. Click here to access additional information about ODJFS’s employer services.
  
  
• The Ohio Department of Development - Division of Economic Development offers companies direct financial assistance in the form of low-interest loans, grants, bonds, and state and local tax incentives. The Division also offers assistance with employee training and infrastructure development. Click on the following Departmental links to access additional information directly.
  
  
  
  
  • The Office of Tax Incentives (OTI) is responsible for managing the state's business development tax incentive programs and overseeing the administrative performance of various local property tax incentive programs. Find out about tax incentives and other financial business resources by visiting the Office of Tax Incentives directly.
    
    
  • The Ohio Investment Training Program provides financial assistance and technical resources for customized training involving employees of new and expanding Ohio businesses. Click here for OITP contacts in the Appalachian Ohio regions.
    
    
  • The Office of Business Development provides assistance to companies considering locating or expanding in Ohio by offering loans and grants, tax credits, tax exemptions, training, and infrastructure programs for businesses. Business Development Representatives are available to assist companies and communities in accessing these programs.
    
    
  • The Office of Small Business provides assistance to business owners to encourage both the start up and expansion of small businesses throughout Ohio. Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in Appalachian Ohio provide free, in-depth and confidential business consulting and training to pre-venture, start-up, and existing small businesses. Regardless of what development phase your business is in, the SBDC of Ohio can help connect you with research, financing sources, and training opportunities necessary to help your business succeed in Ohio Appalachia. Click here for regional SBDC contacts.