On average, 80% of new jobs and capital investment come from companies that already exist in a community. That’s why Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) is essential to Gallia County. We visit local companies for candid conversations regarding the opportunities and challenges that exist operating a business in Gallia County. As a result, we’re able to provide assistance to help solve business challenges, improve the local business climate, and connect businesses to available resources to catalyze their growth.
We aim to complete at least one BRE visit per year with major local employers and companies in JobsOhio’s target sectors, which include advanced manufacturing, aerospace & aviation, automotive, advanced mobility, energy & chemicals, financial services, food & agribusiness, healthcare, logistics & distribution, military & federal, and technology.
Finding land or buildings for future operations
Securing financing for new equipment or operations
Finding or training new workers
Help with permitting, licensing, or infrastructure needs
Technical assistance for exporting, market development, and other growth opportunities and challenges
BRE visits from Gallia County Economic Development have uncovered plans for fixed-asset investments eligible for JobsOhio’s Inclusion Grant program. Multiple Gallia County companies have taken advantage of the Inclusion Grant program to secure grants in addition to their own investments, including:
The late Bob Evans started his restaurant chain right here in Gallia County, and continued investing long after his “down on the farm” jingle went mainstream.
Today, Gallia County entrepreneurs carry on in that legacy, growing their businesses and supporting the local economy. Gallia County Economic Development has…
The Root is a 52,000 sq. ft. all-purpose indoor sports center, offering full-sized basketball courts, an indoor turf soccer field, 24-hour fitness facility, and training classrooms. Local entrepreneurs Robbie & Tessa Pugh have made The Root a destination for Ohioans and West Virginians. More…
River City Manufacturing Co. makes hand-crafted leather goods, ranging from wallets, purses, and dog collars, to briefcases and weekender bags. Local entrepreneurs Aaron & Erin Buckley grew the business from a spare bedroom all the way to their current facility along the Ohio River. More…
The mission of the Gallia County Economic Development is to promote economic growth in Gallia County through the attraction of new business and industry and the retention of existing businesses by providing resources that encourage investment and development resulting in economic vitality, diversification of Gallia County’s tax base, and improved quality of life for Gallia County residents.