JB Nauseff - Economic Development in the American Heartland

JB Nauseff discusses how being a private economic development corporation offers a competitive advantage in attracting businesses to the state. The recent investment by Intel in Ohio is highlighted as a significant achievement, signaling a shift in the perception of the Heartland as a potential technology hub. JB explains JobsOhio's unique approach, including its stable funding source from the state's liquor distribution profits, and how they partner with regional entities to deliver state-level resources with a local touch. They also invest in innovation districts and growth capital, promoting a thriving ecosystem for startups and technological advancements.

Read Michael's corresponding article on Forbes here:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgale/2022/06/14/from-the-state-that-gave-us-the-airplane-the-first-light-bulb-and-superman-comes-an-answer-to-the-shifting-sands-of-globalization/?sh=28d8299779f3