YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Huntington Bank has renewed its $45,000 commitment to Lake to River Economic Development, reinforcing its support for job creation, business growth and regional revitalization across Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Ashtabula counties.
The renewed investment continues Huntington’s role as a key private partner of Lake to River, which serves as the region’s lead economic development agency and a network partner of JobsOhio.
“At Huntington, we believe strong communities are built through long-term relationships with partners who are committed to looking out for people, and this renewed investment in Lake to River reflects that belief,” said Sam Huston, senior vice president, Mahoning Valley market president at Huntington Bank. “Lake to River is doing the behind-the-scenes work that drives real economic outcome – jobs, new businesses and regional momentum – and we feel it’s important to be part of that effort.”
Huston said the support “means investing in the future of the entire region.”
Michael McGiffin, vice president of engagement and investor relations for Lake to River, emphasized the importance of long-term private partnerships.
“We’re grateful to Huntington for recognizing that economic development is a worthwhile investment year after year,” he said. “This renewed support helps sustain our mission, and we hope other businesses will follow Huntington’s example, as private sector contributions are essential for maintaining our capacity to help companies grow and expand in the Mahoning Valley.”
Pictured at top: From left are Simon Werle, vice president, private bank market manager at Huntington; Julie Strickland, vice president, community development relationship manager at Huntington; Michael McGiffin, vice president of engagement and investor relations for Lake to River; Sam Huston, senior vice president, Mahoning Valley market president at Huntington; and Jim Stallsmith, vice president, business banking at Huntington.