Find your foundation for Growth in Southeastern Ohio
With its abundance of developed industrial sites and natural resources, Southeast Ohio is the ideal home for a variety of industries.
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Why Southeastern Ohio?
Imagine your business thriving in a community that values your presence, with costs under control, and a workforce that's as committed as you are.
Abundant Energy
The large hardwood forests and natural gas wells unique to this part of the state serve as engines for commerce.
Multi-modal transportation options
Keep your supply chain flowing with easy access to highways and interstates, Class 1 and short-line rail access, and Ohio River access.
Affordable real estate
Building costs less in Southeastern Ohio, where we're still selling land for $60K an acre or less.
Plentiful, loyal workforce
One in four workers here commutes outside the region. We have a labor surplus, with workers eager to stay inside their community for good jobs.
Competitive cost of living and wages
The cost of living in our region is 11% lower than the national average. And average manufacturing wages are 23% lower than the national average.
Work in proximity to successful industrial and manufacturing brands
More than 30 Fortune 500 companies and international businesses from 21 countries call Southeastern Ohio home.
Featured Properties
While we have hundreds of properties for sale or lease in the OhioSE region, we feature eleven here that have much (or all) of the due diligence and other studies done, as well as necessary infrastructure in place.
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Our Core Industries
Seven varied industry sectors produce raw materials, root materials, supply chain components and finished consumer products.
From exploration to expansion
How you can work with OhioSE to find your ideal location and resources for growth.
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Call us to discuss your goals and what your business needs to thrive.
Find sites and resources
Our team will gather and present a tailored package of available sites, data, and workforce insights, along with due diligence studies and available incentives.
Enjoy low costs and high rewards
Review your comprehensive plan and confidently make the best decision for your company’s growth in Southeastern Ohio.
Our Impact
JobsOhio and OhioSE have helped create:
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440 +
company expansion, attraction, and site projects
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$15.7 + Billion
in new capital investment
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12,600 +
new jobs created across the region
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47,200 +
retained jobs across the region
About
OhioSE
OhioSE is the liaison for companies looking to locate or expand in our 25 county region of Southeastern Ohio. We are the ones with our ear to the ground, a wealth of data at our fingertips, and a network of resources that’s second to none.
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OhioSE News
Centrus Details Plans to Add At Least 300 New Jobs in Southern Ohio With Multi-Billion-Dollar Investment
Centrus Energy announced plans for a major expansion of Centrus’ uranium enrichment plant in Piketon, Ohio. The expansion is expected to create 1,000 construction jobs and 300 new operations jobs at the Piketon site, while retaining 127 existing jobs, boosting...
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Craft Beer, Local Eats, and Live Music: Southeast Ohio’s Most Vibrant Downtowns
Southeast Ohio doesn’t just invite you to visit—it pulls you in with open arms and says, “Stay a while, why don’t you?” Whether you’re a weekend wanderer or a business owner searching for a place that feels like home, these...
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How Food Manufacturing in Ohio Supports Local Communities and Economies
This abundance of food manufacturing in Ohio is a boon for both the state's economy and its local communities, offering educational and career paths for thousands of workers .
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InSolves Announces Expansion in Pike County
Innovative Solutions Unlimited, LLC, (dba InSolves) headquartered in Piketon, Ohio, announced plans to expand its operations in Pike County. The woman-owned small business will invest over $225,000 to purchase new equipment, creating 7 new jobs.
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OhioSE Hosts Fall Prosperity Forum, Highlights Regional Success
Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE) held its first annual Fall Prosperity Forum on Thursday, September 18th at Zane State College, celebrating the economic impact made across Southeast Ohio over the past five years and sharing a vision for the future....
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Adrianne Utter Joins OhioSE Team as Project Manager
OhioSE today announced Adrianne Utter as its new Project Manager, effective Monday, August 18, 2025. Utter’s hire follows Gloria Blauvelt moving to the Business Development Team in June of this year. As a member of the Project Management Team, Utter...
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Amber Kohler Joins OhioSE Team as Manager of Engagement & Partnerships
OhioSE today announced the appointment of Amber Kohler as its new Manager of Engagement & Partnerships, effective Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Working alongside Destiny Bryson on the OhioSE Engagement Team, Kohler will collaborate with economic development organizations, government leaders, and...
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Abbott Image Solutions, LLC, Announces Expansion in Highland County
Abbott Image Solutions, LLC, announced an investment of over $1.3 million to locate in Leesburg, Ohio, creating 30 new jobs. Through this investment, the company will relocate its headquarters from Wilmington, Ohio.
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Lightship Foundation and Chillicothe Ross Chamber of Commerce Host Bootcamp in Chillicothe
Small business owners in Southeast Ohio have a unique opportunity to step away from the day-to-day grind and make big changes for their future. Lightship Foundation, in partnership with the Chillicothe Ross Chamber of Commerce, is hosting an immersive three-day...
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