Local, State Leaders Highlight Economic Growth, Challenges

HOWLAND TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Ohio is now fifth in the country for top states to do business with, according to CNBC. Drew Cooper, director of government affairs and external engagement at JobsOhio, said that was not always the case. READ MORE

Helping Substance Abusers Become Workers

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Employers struggling to fill open positions are partnering with agencies on substance abuse issues so they can retain and hire qualified workers. Providers of employee assistance programs (EAPs) in the Mahoning Valley say demand for their services has increased in recent years.  READ MORE

Lake to River Event Focuses on Resources for Employers

NILES, Ohio – The daylong Regional Talent Summit educated business leaders, human resources professionals and others about the resources available across the state and region to grow, retain and support their workforces. READ MORE

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Flying High Marks 30 Years, Announces Housing Initiative

Flying High aims to be part of the effort to build affordable housing, while also building up people in preparation for careers. READ MORE

Finding Workers Who Are Up to the Task

Joel Ellks moves among the machines at Afterburner FX, checking to ensure they’re set up to perform well. READ MORE

Choffin Unveils New Advanced Manufacturing Lab

Students attending Choffin Career & Technical Center now have the opportunity to pursue credentials that could prepare them for careers in advanced manufacturing. READ MORE

Efforts Address the Child Care Barrier

Brooke Murray of Austintown works at a Canfield salon, trying to build up her clientele as a makeup artist. What she really wants to do though, is real estate – and to work more. READ MORE

Ohio Job Growth Spurs Call for Training

Khaz Finley, outreach manager with the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, said that according to JobsOhio, northeast Ohio is expecting a 3% increase in jobs between 2020 and 2030, which translates to 60,337 jobs. READ MORE

Organizations Reach Across State Line to Address Housing Shortage

Three economic development organizations in two states have launched an effort to work together to address the housing shortage. READ MORE