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Columbus, OH — Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:FPS), a leading U.S. designer and manufacturer of electrical distribution equipment used in data centers, the power grid and energy-intensive industrial facilities, has selected Downtown Columbus for a corporate office expansion that will create 85 jobs and $12 million in new annual payroll. Forgent will invest $3 million to build out its new office at 10 W. Nationwide Blvd. in Downtown Columbus.
Forgent’s existing Ohio team, including its Ohio-based CEO Gary Niederpruem, will occupy 90,000 square feet under a 10-year lease alongside 85 new hires to support the Company’s robust growth. The Columbus office will serve as a hub for customer support and for functions supporting Forgent’s broader business, from project management and supply chain to finance, human resources and corporate strategy.
“Forgent is scaling rapidly to meet growing demand for power infrastructure,” said Gary Niederpruem, CEO of Forgent. “Columbus offers exceptional talent and proximity to key customers, making it an ideal location for our continued growth. As an Ohio native, I’m proud to invest in a city that will play an important role powering the future.”
Forgent employs approximately 3,000 people and operates 10 manufacturing campuses totaling more than 2 million square feet across North America. The Company is expanding its workforce significantly to support its robust growth. Forgent reported $1.42 billion in fiscal 2026 revenue, an increase of 89% from the previous year, and entered fiscal 2027 with a record $3 billion backlog.
“Forgent’s decision represents a major long-term commitment to Downtown Columbus,” said Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther. “The company will bring a growing team into the Arena District, fill a significant amount of office space and create strong career opportunities. This investment will add daily activity to Downtown, support surrounding businesses and grow income tax revenues that we reinvest to benefit all Columbus residents.”
As demand for AI and cloud computing grows, so does the need for reliable power infrastructure. Forgent manufactures transformers, switchgear and prefabricated power solutions for data centers, utilities and industrial facilities and renewable energy projects. Its Columbus expansion reflects how investment in digital infrastructure is creating high-quality, long-term jobs across Ohio.
“Forgent operates at the convergence of digital infrastructure and the rising demand for power across the economy,” said Jonas Peterson, chief economic development officer and president of One Columbus. “By locating core corporate functions in Downtown Columbus, the company is positioning itself in a market where its customers are already investing at enormous scale. The decision deepens the Region’s energy and digital infrastructure economy while giving Forgent access to the talent required to sustain extraordinary growth.”
“Forgent is deepening Ohio’s position in the supply chain for the electrical infrastructure powering data centers, utilities and advanced manufacturing,” said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “This new Columbus operation will create high-value careers and build on the company’s existing Ohio presence — a strong foundation for Forgent to serve customers nationwide.”
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About Forgent
Forgent (NYSE: FPS) is a leading U.S. designer and manufacturer of electrical distribution equipment used in data centers, the power grid and energy-intensive industrial facilities. The Company specializes in manufacturing custom products that are “engineered-to-order” for technically demanding applications. We believe Forgent is one of a small number of companies that can manufacture all of the electrical distribution equipment required for a data center or large manufacturing facility’s powertrain with some of the highest levels of customization and shortest lead times available in the industry. For more information about Forgent, please visit us at forgentpower.com.
About One Columbus
As the economic development organization for the 11-county Columbus Region and part of the Columbus Partnership team, One Columbus’ mission is to lead a comprehensive regional growth strategy that develops and attracts the world’s most competitive companies, grows a highly adaptive workforce, prepares our communities for the future and inspires corporate, academic and public innovation throughout the Columbus Region. One Columbus expertly guides companies through the location decision process. Through strategic business outreach and customized research, the One Columbus team leverages public, private and institutional partnerships to grow the Columbus Region’s economy and strengthen its national and international competitiveness. Funding is received from more than 300 private organizations, local governments, academic institutions and JobsOhio. Learn more at ColumbusRegion.com.
About JobsOhio
JobsOhio, Ohio’s private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention, and expansion across 10 competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition, Lake to River Economic Development, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership, and Team NEO. JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage. In 2026, Ohio was named CNBC’s Top State for Business. Learn more at www.jobsohio.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X , Instagram, and Facebook.