Looking for a location where you can scale talent without sacrificing affordability? Columbus has one of the nation’s highest concentrations of millennials and lower talent costs thanks to a cost of living that is 10% below the national average.
A large pipeline of new talent.
A location with value. Over 118,000 workers in management and
A deep pool of existing talent. A region with reach. Columbus is within a 75
Columbus ranks in
business and financial
the top 10 nationally
positions, with
in concentration of
competitive wages that
millennials.
offer cost savings of
The City of Columbus
worker, as compared to
including 15 global
ranks #4 nationally in per
the national average.
headquarters.
capita population growth.
Home to 40 Fortune 1000 companies
$5,000 annually per
minute flight of close to 50 percent of the U.S.
Corporate managing
Home of The Ohio
population.
office talent in Columbus
State University, the
is 228% above the
nation’s largest and most
national average.
comprehensive institution of higher education and an overall student population of more than 130,000.
Chipotle “We are excited to grow our operations and strengthen our workforce in Central Ohio. The Columbus Region offers us the right combination of a diverse talent pool and innovation to continue Chipotle’s national
They plan to create 270 new jobs in the Columbus Region
and global growth.” Brian Niccol, CEO, Chipotle
Chipotle Mexican Grill was founded 25 years ago as an American chain of fast casual restaurants specializing in tacos, burritos, and bowls made with real ingredients. Chipotle has grown to nearly 75,000 employees nationally. The company is restructuring its national corporate footprint and plans to consolidate some of its operations in New York and Colorado to one location in Columbus, growing its presence in the Region. This strategy will enable Chipotle to streamline operations and position itself for future growth. They plan to invest more than $5.5 million and create more than 270 new jobs in the Columbus Region.
Morgan Stanley “Morgan Stanley has successfully established a strong presence in the Columbus area, designating it as one of our centers of excellence. These business centers support our
Morgan Stanley added as many as 300 jobs in support of its wealth management business
global workforce strategy and aim to leverage talent in targeted regions to
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing
help us meet key business objectives.
investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment
We are pleased to partner with
management services, with offices in more than 43 countries. The company
Central Ohio officials to strengthen
expanded its operations in the Columbus Region, adding as many as 300 new jobs in a variety of roles in support of its wealth management business.
our footprint in the area and expand our workforce.� Sheila Welch, Managing Director and Head of Global Workforce Strategy, Morgan Stanley
The expansion is an example of how the Region’s talent, competitive costs and ease of access to the East Coast continue to make it a preeminent financial services destination.
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UnitedHealth Group “We are hiring more Ohioans to help make health care simpler, higher performing and more modern for people in Ohio and across the country. These new employees will enable us to enhance
The company added 700 new jobs in Dublin, Ohio
customer service, increase access to care and support well-being programs for the people we are privileged to serve. Our investments in these new jobs and the facility renovation affirm our
UnitedHealth Group Inc., an American for-profit managed health care company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota and ranked No. 5 on the Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue, expanded in the Columbus Region. The company added 700 new jobs in
commitment to Ohio, our
Dublin, Ohio as a result of this initiative. Its UnitedHealthcare division has
care provider partners and
more than 3,500 workers in Ohio and serves nearly 2 million people in the
our customers.� Dave Wichmann, President, UnitedHealth Group
state who are enrolled in employer, Medicare, and Medicaid health plans. Its care provider network is made up of more than 250 hospitals and nearly 49,000 physicians and other providers.
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BDO USA “After a comprehensive analysis of options across the country, we found Columbus to be the right location for our new business service center. Columbus is home to a skilled, stable workforce, which will support
BDO opened a 33,000 square-foot business service center in Columbus, creating 400 new jobs
the growth of the center and BDO over time. Its central location and convenient proximity to existing BDO offices throughout Ohio was also a determining factor.”
BDO USA, LLP, one of the nation’s leading accounting and consulting firms and fastest growing of all national accounting organizations, opened a 33,000 square-foot business service center in Columbus, creating 400 new jobs. To support the firm’s growth, BDO USA is establishing a
Steve Ferrara, Chief Operating Officer, BDO USA
scalable, multi-discipline business service center in Columbus designed to optimize operations, ensure best practices and support professional development across the firm.
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Homeside Financial “Every day at Homeside, we ask ourselves how can we deliver on our promise of being a modern mortgage company? For us, being ‘modern’ means blending technology with a handshake—to make
Homeside’s expansion resulted in 150 new jobs
the way people finance a home better. We are thrilled to more than double our presence in the Columbus Region. Columbus is a prime location for expansion because of the booming market growth and superior talent.”
Since opening in late 2013, Homeside Financial has grown to over 400 employees across more than 34 regional locations. As a modern mortgage company, they are disrupting traditional industry standards by providing customers with state-of-the-art technology and personal, dedicated experience. One of the nation’s fastest growing mortgage lenders, Homeside expanded its operations in the Columbus Region, resulting in 150 new jobs and an additional investment of $400,000.
Dan Snyder, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Homeside Financial
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About the Columbus Region The Columbus Region is a dynamic 11-county metropolitan area in the midst of unprecedented economic growth. The Region is home to today’s leaders and is at the forefront of the industries of tomorrow, from advanced manufacturing to smart mobility research and development. Financial and insurance-related activities comprise the top sector of economic output. Companies ranging from Huntington Bancshares and JPMorgan Chase & Co. to Nationwide and State Farm benefit from the Columbus Region’s continuous growth and skilled talent pool.
#1 A population of
2.1 million
among the Midwest’s 10 largest metros for population, GDP and job growth.
15
Fortune 1000
The
8th
52
headquarters, one
highest
of the highest
concentration of
52 college and
concentrations in
millennials in
university campuses
the country
the U.S.
including The Ohio State University
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ABOUT ONE COLUMBUS One Columbus is a public-private partnership responsible for growing the economy in the Columbus Region—home to one of the nation’s highest per capita concentrations of major headquarters. We have been named among the best economic development organizations in the country and have worked with hundreds of companies considering where to put their next large corporate office operation. We understand that the right location is critical to your success. Our team would like to understand your challenges and help you put together a plan to leverage all the Columbus Region has to offer, allowing you to grow and better serve your customers. Call us today so we can help give you peace of mind through an informed decision in one of the nation’s best locations. Our free consultative services include, but are not limited to:
n Customized labor market information n Higher education and training resources n Real estate information n Tax comparisons n Financial incentives Contact Paul Rohrey Outreach Coordinator, One Columbus O: 614.219.6060 E: pr@columbusregion.com