Empowering communities to succeed.

That’s the mission statement for the Ohio Department of Development, and it’s what we work toward every day. Our values fit that mission statement. We strive to be:

• Bold
• Diverse
• Responsive
• Solution-focused

Our work is aimed at helping Ohio businesses, communities, and individuals thrive. We know that Ohio is the best state to live, learn, work, innovate, and play, and we strive to improve on that every day. Our programs and employees can have an impact on the lives of many Ohioans, and we take that responsibility to heart.