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5 Economic Benefits of Workforce Training

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Workforce training is a critical component of economic development, directly impacting businesses, employees, and the local economy. Workforce development initiatives have increased economic growth, improved productivity, and created a more resilient labor market. With Licking County experiencing rapid expansion in key industries such as manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, and business services, workforce training is more important […]

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Recap: 2024 Investor Breakfast

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Last month, GROW Licking County hosted our annual Investor Breakfast to provide an update on the organization’s current goals and initiatives. Topics included business retention and expansion, business attraction, marketing, workforce development, and infrastructure. Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) GROW staff regularly meets with local economic-based companies through our business retention and expansion program (BR&E).

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Business Retention & Expansion

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A majority of a community’s job growth is driven by existing businesses. These businesses play a critical role in the local economy by providing jobs, contributing to tax revenues, investing in infrastructure, and supporting community development. GROW Licking County places a strong emphasis on business retention and expansion (BR&E) as a core strategy for fostering

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Workforce Needs in Licking County

Licking County Business, Community News /

Workforce development continues to be a key initiative for GROW Licking County. Supporting the development of the next generation entering the workforce is crucial for sustainable economic and community development. According to the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services, Licking County’s current unemployment rate is 3.8%, compared to 4% statewide. Some common barriers to

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Licking County Childcare Needs Assessment Survey

Licking County Business, Community News /

Access to quality childcare impacts our current and future workforce. GROW Licking County is coordinating a public Childcare Needs Assessment survey to better understand how our households are navigating the current childcare environment. The intention of this survey is to gather data that may help inform local solutions and support broader advocacy efforts that improve

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2023 Year in Review & Trends to Watch

Licking County Business, GROW Licking County News /

2023 Year in Review In 2023, Licking County saw continued growth in manufacturing and distribution. With the location of several new companies and the expansion of existing companies, we expect to continue the momentum in 2024 while taking a look at recent trends.  In March, Invenergy invested $600 million through Illuminate USA. Located in Pataskala,

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Recap: 2023 Investor Breakfast

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Last month, GROW Licking County staff hosted the annual Investor Breakfast, providing updates on the organization’s current initiatives. The topics covered included business retention and expansion, business attraction, marketing, workforce development, infrastructure, and housing. Business Retention and Expansion Each year, our staff develops a list of economic-base companies to meet with as part of our

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