The mission of the Ohio Economic Development Association is to advance the practice of economic development to foster economic growth, prosperity, and opportunity for all residents of the State of Ohio.
We have a renewed energy, reflecting those we serve. As the professional association for economic developers, our brand reflects our members– dynamic, on-the-move, decisive, knowledgeable, informed, engaging. OEDA is committed to helping our members expand their knowledge, expand their network and expand their influence. Come join us as we work to expand your opportunities.
OEDA is your partner for success at every step of your career. Our foundational programs and services are designed to support you in your current position as well as preparing you for future career growth. Whether it is through our jobs board, opportunities to connect, or your expansion of knowledge, OEDA opens doors and expands opportunities.
July 1 – September 30, 2025 From Expansion to Execution: OEDA’s Q3 2025 in Review In Q3 2025 (July–September), OEDA expanded high-value education and engagement while preparing for record fall events. We ran Site Selection & Development (43 registrants), two MORPC-partnered intermediate courses (116 total), two topical webinars (232), and advanced the OhioCED Capstone (18 […]
read moreDayton selected as host city for the 2026 OEDA Annual Summit Ohio’s premier state-level economic development conference will showcase the Dayton region in 2026 Akron, Ohio – Thursday, October 16, 2025 – The Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) announced today that Dayton will host the 2026 OEDA Annual Summit, continuing the Summit’s statewide rotation following […]
read moreOEDA Closes Summit with Inaugural Hall of Honor Dennis Mingyar and Kenny McDonald inducted; members approve 2026 board slate. Akron, Ohio – Friday, October 17, 2025 – The Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) concluded the 2025 OEDA Summit today with its inaugural Hall of Honor inductions, the Annual Membership Meeting, and a final slate of […]
read moreJeffry D. Harris Bricker Graydon LLP 135TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY – PROPOSED & ENACTED LEGISLATION (Changes from last month are noted in italics): HOUSE BILLS: HB 1 PROPERTY/INCOME TAX (Mathews, A.) Introduced on February 15, 2023, this bill modifies existing law regarding property taxation and income tax rates. The bill is designed to flatten Ohio’s personal income tax […]
read moreJeffry D. Harris Bricker Graydon LLP 135TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY – PROPOSED & ENACTED LEGISLATION (Changes from last month are noted in italics): SENATE BILLS: SB 2 PROPERTY TAX (Schuring, K.) Introduced on January 12, 2023, this bill seeks to authorize certain subdivisions to designate areas within which certain residential property is wholly or partially exempted from property […]
read moreJeffry D. Harris Bricker Graydon LLP 135TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY – PROPOSED & ENACTED LEGISLATION (Changes from last month are noted in italics): SENATE BILLS: SB 2 PROPERTY TAX (Schuring, K.) Introduced on January 12, 2023, this bill seeks to authorize certain subdivisions to designate areas within which certain residential property is wholly or partially exempted from property […]
read moreOEDA is your partner for success at every step of your career. Our foundational programs and services are designed to support you in your current position as well as preparing you for future career growth. Whether it is through our jobs board, opportunities to connect, or your expansion of knowledge, OEDA opens doors and expands opportunities.