Financial Benefits
Business Incentives, Loans and Grants
Because of historic economic development challenges in Appalachian Ohio, there are many unique business incentives in the area. Check out the Ohio Department of Development’s list of incentives, including the Pioneer Rural Loan for businesses locating or expanding in Ohio’s rural areas.

Tax Credits
Businesses in Appalachian Ohio can receive extra tax credits for activities such as employee training, equipment purchases, and technology investments. Discover all that’s available through the Ohio Department of Development’s list of tax credits and exemptions for Ohio businesses.

Local Business Incentives
Local and state tax incentives for businesses that expand or locate in Ohio. Local guidelines regulate the type of business and investment eligible for each incentive.

Energy at Work
An important part of any company's bottom line is how efficiently it is operating. In addition to the competitive advantage energy efficiency can provide by reducing costs, it also contributes to a cleaner environment. The Office of Energy Efficiency offers training, technical assistance and partnership programs that help businesses to achieve these goals.

Adena Ventures
Adena Ventures is a newly capitalized $34 million venture capital enterprise, that was formed to provide equity and operational assistance to qualifying businesses in central Appalachia. Its mission is to generate market-rate returns for its investors while promoting shared and sustainable economic development throughout the target region.
 
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Ohio Department of Development
IT Alliance of Appalachian Ohio (ITAAO)
The Progress Fund
Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association (OMEGA)
Buckeye Hills-Hocking Valley Regional Development District (BH-HVRDD)
Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC)
Eastern Ohio Development Alliance (EODA)
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