Summary
Primarily for fixed-asset investment, real estate, equipment, infrastructure, and training — aimed at helping eligible Ohio small businesses scale operations, create or retain jobs.
Eligibility
Ohio small businesses: in operation ≥ 1 year, ≥ $100,000 annual revenues, operating in one of JobsOhio’s target industries; preferential consideration for minority-, women-, veteran-, and disability-owned firms and/or firms located in eligible zip-codes.
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