Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, along with Hikma Pharmaceuticals, JobsOhio, the City of Bedford, and other state and local partners, today announced plans for a significant expansion of Hikma’s manufacturing operations in Ohio, reinforcing the company’s commitment to the state’s growing pharmaceutical and biomanufacturing industry. A leading U.S. generic medication provider, Hikma will invest a total of $267 million across its Columbus and Bedford facilities, creating 350 new jobs.

Congratulations to Olon USA, a leading research, development, and manufacturing service provider to the pharmaceutical industry on announcing plans to expand its operations in Concord. The project will create 26 new well-paying, highly skilled jobs and retain 115 existing positions. The Italian-owned company’s expansion is driven by recent business investment and the need to quickly increase capacity to meet growing customer demand and fulfill orders as part of the pharma re-shoring efforts. Read more here: bit.ly/4u5UhK3 #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

Check out Ideastream's Sound of Ideas podcast featuring Team NEO's Jacob Duritsky, Vice President, Strategy, Research and Talent: Building Northeast Ohio's workforce. Listen here: bit.ly/4tXUHCg #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

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Our CEO, Matt Dolan, was honored to address the Beachwood Chamber's luncheon yesterday, sharing insights on Team NEO’s role in advancing economic opportunity and the power of collaboration with our partners to drive growth and prosperity for all  our businesses and residents. #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #JobsOhio #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

We were honored to have Reid Moody, Chief Strategy and Planning Officer for Aer Lingus, as our keynote at NEO Rising last week! Aer Lingus has increased routes in Northeast Ohio which has created new opportunities for business investment and economic growth in the area, while boosting the region's competitiveness in the global economy. In its first 3 years, Aer Lingus’ service has provided an estimated $84 million in economic impact to the Cleveland market. Read more about our NEO Rising event: bit.ly/3POiZk4 #NEORising #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #NortheastOhioRegion #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

A huge congratulations to our longtime marketing intern, Mary Clare Bryant (“MC” as we know her!), on her recent graduation from The Ohio State University! Over the past few years, she has been a tremendous asset not only to the Marketing Team, but to all of Team NEO. She has played an important role in everything from social media and event planning to digital marketing and branding, helping us share the Northeast Ohio story in meaningful and impactful ways. And the good news doesn’t stop there… We are incredibly excited to announce that Mary Clare will officially be transitioning into a full-time role at Team NEO beginning June 15! As Team NEO VP of Marketing, Mark Owens, MBA shared: “MC has been an integral part of our team over the past several years. Her creativity, professionalism, and willingness to jump into any project have made a real impact on our marketing efforts and broader organization. We are thrilled she is staying with Team NEO and can’t wait to see all she will accomplish in this next chapter.” Please join us in congratulating her on an incredible achievement and exciting next step. We are so excited to officially welcome her to the team full-time! #TeamNEO #JobsOhio #Marketing #Talent #NortheastOhio #FutureLeaders #Buckeye #OhioStateGrad

Last week, Team NEO’s Christine Nelson, VP of Project Management and Site Strategies and Site Readiness for Good Jobs Fund Board Member, was proud to be part of the Midline property investment celebration, noting that the SRF demonstrates a prepared, aligned community helps win business investment. #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

🎓 Congratulations to an outstanding member of the Team NEO family, Leilah Flores, on completing her internship with our Talent Team - and graduating as Valedictorian at Cleveland State University! An incredible achievement and a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, and leadership she has demonstrated throughout her time with us. During her internship, Leilah played an important role in helping advance talent initiatives and strategies that support workforce growth across Northeast Ohio. Her passion, professionalism, and drive made a lasting impact on our team. As our Regional Talent Manager, Nathasha Cresap shared: “Leilah brought incredible energy, thoughtfulness, and commitment to our team. Her contributions helped move key talent initiatives forward, and it has been exciting to watch her grow professionally while achieving such an impressive milestone academically. We have no doubt she has an incredibly bright future ahead.” Congratulations again, Leilah - wishing you continued success in all that comes next. We’re excited to see where your journey takes you! #TeamNEO #JobsOhio #Talent #FutureLeaders #NortheastOhio #InternshipSuccess #ClevelandStateUniversity

We are hiring! If you’re passionate about driving economic growth in Northeast Ohio, we’re hiring for two exciting opportunities: 📍Associate, Research Support high-impact economic development initiatives through data analysis, research, and strategic insights that help shape the region’s future. 📍Project Manager Lead transformational business attraction and expansion projects while guiding companies and partners through the economic development process from start to finish. Join a team dedicated to advancing Northeast Ohio’s vibrant economy through collaboration, innovation, and strategic impact. Learn more and apply today: bit.ly/4tKvCe0 #Hiring #EconomicDevelopment #NortheastOhio #TeamNEO #ResearchJobs #ProjectManagement #JobsOhio #NowHiring #NEOhio #NortheastOhioRegion #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

This morning, Team NEO hosted its annual NEO Rising. Celebrating Today. Building Tomorrow. event celebrating the accomplishments of Northeast Ohio’s coordinated economic development network, while spotlighting the region’s opportunity to compete for foreign direct investment and attract companies looking to expand. This event would not be made possible without all of our incredible sponsors, thank you! Read more about today's event: bit.ly/3R7VWB8 #NEORising #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

NEO Rising is next week! Don't miss out on the opportunity to hear from Reid Moody, Chief Strategy Officer at Aer Lingus and the opportunity to win a free trip to Ireland! This year, we will be honoring Marki Huston and Patrick Mohorcic as our NEO Rising Champions! Registration and details here: bit.ly/48LeJs2 #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #JobsOhio #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

Congratulations to Robertson Heating Supply on announcing its plans to expand in the Northeast Ohio Region in Alliance, Ohio. This project will add 93,000 square feet and 31 new docks to the company’s distribution center, creating 29 new jobs and retaining 127 positions. #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

During Small Business Week, we’re proud to recognize the vital role small businesses play in our economy and communities. JobsOhio Small Business Grants support these entrepreneurs and business owners for growth and success. To learn more about growing your small business in Northeast Ohio, connect with Team NEO's Senior Director, Project Management, Stephen Caviness. Learn more about the JobsOhio Small Business Grant: bit.ly/3PifceA #SmallBusinessWeek #NortheastOhio #EconomicDevelopment#JobsOhio

We’re proud to be part of the Kindland 250 Acts of Kindness initiative, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by giving back and strengthening our communities across Northeast Ohio. Here are just a few of the ways our team has been making an impact: ✅ 2 staff members volunteered at the Slovenian Kurentovanje festival ✅ 8 team members supported a church fundraiser through popcorn purchases ✅ Helped a visually impaired gentleman safely walk from St. John’s Cathedral to Heinen’s during lunchtime ✅ Volunteered with the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission ✅ Attended Bark at the Park in support of the Cleveland APL ✅ Volunteered at the WKYC telethon for the Cleveland APL ✅ Organized a Goodwill collection (10 bags!) ✅ Dropped off donated items to Goodwill ✅ And many, many more undocumented acts of kindness happening behind the scenes every day. We’re honored to be part of this meaningful initiative and a community that leads with generosity and care. #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

Listen to Forum 360's newest episode featuring Team NEO's Vice President, Project Management and Site Strategies, Christine Nelson! 🎧 youtube.com/watch?v=ix6NctFo… #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #JobsOhio #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

We’re hiring a Research Associate at Team NEO. In this role, you’ll support data-driven economic development efforts by conducting research, analyzing industry trends, and delivering insights that inform strategic decisions across Northeast Ohio. This is an opportunity to work with complex datasets, contribute to impactful projects, and collaborate with partners across the region. We’re looking for candidates with strong analytical skills, experience with data tools, and an interest in economic and industry research. Apply today or share with your network. Learn more here: bit.ly/4t7hvz6 #Hiring #TeamNEO #JobsOhio #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

Webb Chemical Service Corporation, a full-service chemical and food ingredient distributor, announced plans to establish its first Ohio location with a new distribution center in Strongsville. The project will enable improved responsiveness and continued delivery of high-quality products and solutions to its customers in the Midwest. Webb Chemical Service Corporation plans to hire 25 new employees and retain three existing positions. View full announcement here: bit.ly/4uiB34f #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

Last week, Team NEO's Northeast Ohio Development Exchange and many peers from around the region convened for a candid discussion on how energy is redefining site strategy, and what it takes to compete. Thank you to everyone who attended and our NODE 2026 Signature Event Sponsor, First Financial Bank! The fireside chat was moderated by Grant Aungst, Community & Economic Director: City of Brunswick, Asim Haque, SVP Governmental & Member Services, PJM Interconnection, the regional grid-operator that oversees the flow of electricity across Ohio and much of the surrounding region, and Chuck Keiper, Executive Director: Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC), the a non-profit government aggregator that buys electricity and natural gas in bulk for over 240 member communities in Ohio. #NortheastOhioRegion #NODE #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI

The Technology House (TTH), a leading contract manufacturer specializing in advanced digital manufacturing, including 3D printing, announces a major expansion that will onshore production, create 72 new jobs, and retain 75 existing positions. In support of the project, the Ohio Department of Development approved a tax credit during today’s Ohio Tax Credit Authority meeting. View announcement here: bit.ly/4cOVz5o #NortheastOhioRegion #NEOhio #EconDev #TeamNEO #VibrantEconomy #EconomicVibrancy #VEI