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Montgomery County Community and Economic Development is proud to showcase the various funding opportunities, free resources, business development opportunities, and support local organizations to help women entrepreneurs overcome the unique challenges they face.In Montgomery County, the Dayton, Ohio, Chapter of Aviatra Accelerators empowers women entrepreneurs through education, resources, and community...
Miami Valley SBDC and SCORE Dayton Are Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success in Montgomery County
Jan 22 2024Empowering local businesses and entrepreneurs, the Miami Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Service Corps Of Retired Executives (SCORE) Dayton drive economic growth to create a dynamic ecosystem where entrepreneurs are supported and encouraged to thrive.These resources contribute significantly to the success stories shaping the county's business landscape through...
In a pivotal move to align education with the rising job market demands, a Montgomery County, Ohio, school has recently been awarded substantial funding from the Career Technical Construction Program. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced nearly $200 million in grants for 35 schools, with the...
Montgomery County, Ohio, is bringing workforce development to the streets with its Mobile Workforce Unit. This 38-foot Freightliner coach, brimming with state-of-the-art technology, is making a profound impact by extending valuable services to residents. This initiative equips job seekers with essential skills and polished resumes while acting as a crucial...
Entrepreneurs, innovative problem solvers, and the backbone of the U.S. economy constitute 99% of the small businesses employing Americans. The significance of entrepreneurship cannot be overstated; it is the lifeblood of our economy. These visionaries identify problems, develop solutions, and create answers.Hailing from Dayton, Ohio, the Wright brothers, Wilbur and...
Montgomery County, Ohio, is leading the charge for aerospace with its newest addition of Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY). Joby Aviation, Inc., specializing in developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for commercial passenger service, announced its plans to locate its first scaled aircraft production facility in Dayton, Ohio,...
Montgomery County, Ohio, Offers Manufacturers Unrivaled Benefits for Modern Manufacturing Success
Oct 27 2023Modern manufacturing in Montgomery County, Ohio, is booming because the region provides a supportive business environment that is attractive for companies to open or expand their businesses. Montgomery County, Ohio, is home to manufacturing companies producing goods using the latest technologies and raw materials. We at Montgomery County Community and...
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its first expansive aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Montgomery County, Ohio. Situated within the sprawling expanse of the Dayton International Airport, this state-of-the-art 100,000-square-foot facility stands poised to facilitate some of the aviation industry’s...
Empowering Montgomery County, Ohio Youth: Unleashing Potential through YouthWorks Program
Aug 28 2023Since its establishment in 1999, the Montgomery County Business Services’ YouthWorks Program has been a beacon of hope and opportunity for in-school youth aged 14-18 in Montgomery County, Ohio. What began with just 25 enthusiastic participants has blossomed into a year-round program that has impacted the lives of thousands of...
Israeli technology company StrixDrones is celebrating the production of their drone delivery and docking technology systems. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Israel, the company’s first U.S.-based manufacturing facility is located in Montgomery County, Ohio. Local suppliers such as RAM Precision Industries and NCT Technologies Group are providing the company...
National Homeownership Month Highlights Real Estate Affordability in Montgomery County, Ohio
Jun 28 2023Montgomery County, Ohio, celebrates National Homeownership this month by highlighting the benefits that homeownership offers to families, neighborhoods, and communities in the region. Despite the sharp rise in mortgage rates over the past year, the Montgomery County real estate market remains resilient. The median house price in the US is...
Montgomery County, Ohio, kicks off 2023 Economic Development Week on May 8th. Spring is the time of growth and renewal, and what better time to celebrate the tremendous economic development that has helped Montgomery County prosper?
Each year, Economic Development Week (EDW) is celebrated to recognize economic developers and...
Montgomery County (OH) Delivers Excellent Value For Israeli Companies Seeking U.S. Market Entry
Mar 31 2023The Dayton, Ohio, region is uniquely positioned for direct collaboration with Israeli companies. With a storied history of working with companies like Strix Drones (www.strixdrones.com) and Simlat, Montgomery County continues to help Israeli businesses thrive in an increasingly competitive and costly business environment. This area remains a prime location for...
Montgomery County Honors Its Roots And Celebrates Its Achievements During National Agricultural Month
Mar 29 2023Over the past hundred years, the Montgomery County region has cultivated a robust supply chain with an established infrastructure supporting companies like White Castle, Frito-Lay, and Cargill. Montgomery County’s long history of food production makes it an easy choice to move your business here to experience all the region has...
Unmanned systems are powerful innovations that are changing the future of local and global industries. These high-tech, intelligent machines are capable of completing complex tasks without the need for human operation. From high-stake military missions to faster delivery times, unmanned systems such as drones are paving the way for technological...
The Greater Dayton Region Had the Most Registered Events for Manufacturing Day in the U.S.
Nov 10 2022The manufacturing sector has a long history in the Dayton Region of Ohio, but its continued success is because of innovation, investment, and an eye on the future. The Dayton Region Manufacturers Association (DRMA) is the voice for the region’s manufacturing industry. DRMA is a catalyst of advancement, focusing on...
Aerospace design company Sierra Nevada Corp. (SNC) is the latest to take advantage of Montgomery County’s work to establish the region as a hub for the aerospace industry, including aircraft maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities.
The company is moving into the business development area around the Dayton International...
DAYTON, Ohio (Dayton Business Journal) - The city of Dayton has been named the fifth-best place to retire in America, according to a new report.
A census data report carried out by consumer finance startup DollarHand.com ranked the Gem City No. 5 in its top 15 list of retirement...
Why Residents, Visitors, and Businesses Should Take Note of the Dayton Region’s MetroParks
Jul 25 2022July is Park and Recreation Month, the perfect time to spotlight Montgomery County, Ohio's numerous and diverse MetroParks! The parks and accompanying recreation not only enhance the health and wellbeing of residents, they function as economic drivers by attracting visitors and fostering desirable, vibrant, and resilient communities in the Greater...
Check out the ‘Moving Forward’ Podcast Series to Learn the Secret of Montgomery County’s Successes
Jun 1 2022Montgomery County Economic Development is always looking for new tools to build and maintain a strong economy for our residents, and help companies remain competitive in the global environment. To this end, we have collaborated with The Dayton Business Journal podcast, A Greater Dayton with Dan Edwards, to produce the...
In Montgomery County, Ohio, logistics — the overall process of managing how resources are acquired, stored, and transported to their final destination — is an important sector of the economy that adds diversity to the employment base and provides a variety of opportunities for workers of all ages and skill...
Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) function to grow their local economies, plain and simple. Organizations like Montgomery County Economic Development in the Dayton region of Ohio work to assist entrepreneurs in starting new businesses, help existing business owners grow and expand, and attract outside businesses to the area.
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Throughout 2021, Montgomery County, Ohio Community and Economic Development, in partnership with the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Minority Business Partnership, hosted minority-owned business outreach activities in a roundtable format, as well as virtual resource highlight events. The outreach was part of the Montgomery County Commissioners’ Addressing Racism initiative to...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), JobsOhio, and the Dayton Development Coalition, announced today that SNC has selected Dayton as the location for two future aircraft maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities.
The facilities will be located...