Grow In Ohio

Doing Business in the Buckeye State

An in-depth, 12-part webinar series addressing key legal and related issues companies should know when considering Ohio for investment, expansion or relocation.


Choosing the Most Optimal Site

Description

Identifying the best site for your project can be a daunting task.  This panel will explain the resources available for finding sites in Ohio and will describe site selection best practices, including how to assess the available workforce, how to minimize site risks, and how to maximize site efficiencies.  

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Logan Dawson Headshot
Logan Dawson
One Columbus
Chris Magill
Chris Magill
Vista Site Selection
Matt Samler
Matt Samler
Vista Site Selection
Securing and Maintaining Economic Development Incentives

Description

Ohio has a state and local economic development incentives toolbox that is second to none, but choosing the right tools and using them correctly requires suitable experience, creativity, and flexibility.  This panel will describe the most important tools and will explain how to request them and use them correctly.  The panel also will address common mistakes businesses make in seeking and using economic development incentives.

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McCollister_Matt
Matt McCollister
One Columbus
Environmental Due Diligence and Permitting for a New Facility in Ohio

Description

In this session, the speakers will address (i) the environmental factors that should be considered when selecting sites in Ohio, and (ii) once a site is selected, how to best manage obtaining timely environmental permits for constructing and operating your facility.

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Real Estate Due Diligence and Acquisitions in Ohio

Description

All land is unique, and successfully purchasing and developing land in Ohio means avoiding certain pitfalls, often depending on its intended use and development schedules.  The presenters will address the importance of a well drafted purchase agreement, timing for diligence matters, Ohio-specific title insurance matters, and coordination of ancillary considerations and documents.

Land Use & Zoning: Understanding the Ohio Entitlement Process

Description

Learn about the Ohio land use approval processes, including county, township and municipality variations, challenging or appealing administrative zoning decisions and subdivision and annexation issues.

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Energy Considerations for Facility Selection and Development

Description

In this session, the speakers will address (i) the energy landscape (including procurement) in Ohio with respect to natural gas, electricity and renewable energy; (ii) considerations related to energy and utilities when selecting sites in Ohio, and (iii) pursuing energy and utility related incentives.

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Introduction to Ohio Government: New to Ohio?

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The speakers in this session will help attendees learn about how the Ohio government is structured from counties, cities and townships to port authorities, transportation improvement districts and more.  At the state level, they will address Ohio’s budgeting and legislative process, the Ohio Department of Development, as well as JobsOhio and its regional network partners. 

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Gentile_Lou
Lou Gentile
Vorys Advisors
Construction in Ohio – Strings Attached

Description

With economic development incentives, there are often “strings attached” that need to be addressed at various points in projects.  Like all states, Ohio has its own legal peculiarities for liens, payment requirements, and restrictions on liability-shifting in construction contracts, among other key topics.  The speakers will highlight important considerations from project inception to best practices for mitigating risks of claims during the construction phase and appropriate closeout processes.

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Ohio State and Local Tax Compliance

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In addition to a myriad of state-level taxes, Ohio has roughly 600 cities that impose an income tax on individuals and business.  Companies and employees that are new to Ohio are often caught off guard regarding their various tax obligations.  This panel will provide an overview of the operative state and local taxes (direct and indirect taxes) and related compliance considerations.

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Immigration Solutions to Workforce Problems

Description

Many companies are facing difficulties recruiting the talent they need, whether it is for professional or manufacturing positions.  In this presentation, the speakers will review various visa options available from the production floor to the corporate office.

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Navigating the Complexities of the Ohio Workers’ Compensation System

Description

The speakers will provide a comprehensive overview of the Ohio workers’ compensation system, including how to treat employees fairly while controlling costs, and how to obtain self-insured status from the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.

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Ohio Labor and Employment Laws: What Companies Need to Know

Description

Ohio has a relatively employer-friendly environment when it comes to employment law.  However, if you are thinking about doing business or expanding a business in the Buckeye State, this session will provide an overview of the employment issues companies can expect to encounter. 

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