Ranking 4th among large U.S. metros for concentration of retail headquarters, the Columbus Region is a brand-friendly market that is home to some of the world’s most recognizable retail and apparel brands.

From global banking companies to highly successful venture capital funds, the Columbus Region supports both finance and fintech startups and established national players.

Strong manufacturing, sophisticated research and development, and access to industry and consumers make the Columbus Region ripe for the food and beverage industry.

The Columbus Region graduates more than 4,000 people from academic and vocational institutions annually who are primed for jobs in the Region’s thriving insurance scene. A strong history in this sector attracts and keeps top talent who want to work for industry disruptors. 

A diverse biomedical and health services sector is home to research and development organizations, renowned medical systems, medical manufacturers, and more.

The Columbus Region is the site of Intel’s next chip manufacturing facility—the first of its kind in the Midwest. Logistical advantages and robust educational capabilities make the Region a strategically sound choice for advanced manufacturing operations like Intel’s.