When you locate in a community that is...
different by design
you and your business will find
unexpected, unforgettable results.
you and your business will find
unexpected, unforgettable results.
You have customers to reach and a supply chain to manage.
Now you can do it in less time.
Reach nearly two-thirds of U.S. population
259 daily flights
Move products quicker
If you design, build, or ship a product, we get you.
And we’re leveraging our industry strengths in new and exciting ways.

Our region is prepared to support the next generation of electric and hydrogen powered vehicles.

In a community that is different by design, engineers and technicians are at home here.

Benefit from a region where life science talent is abundant, costs are favorable, and customers are within easy reach.

Our ingredients include logistics, production workers, and favorable supply costs.
Our highly acclaimed education system delivers a ready workforce. Seriously!


Recognized “U.S. Talent Hub”
by Lumina Foundation
Leaders in Manufacturing.
Check out a few of our national rankings! (US Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2022)
- #1 Industrial Engineers
- #1 Industrial Engineering Technicians
- #1 CNC Operators
- #1 Multiple Machine Operators
- #1 Industrial Production Managers
- Top 2% Manufacturing Workforce
- Top 3 Mechanical Engineers
- Top 3 Machinists
- Top 5 Production Occupations
- Top 10 Quality Assurance/Inspector/Testers

You’re looking for workers with the right skills and training.
We can help.
Our shared vision is to be the best community of our size in the nation.

Named the #1 Metro in the U.S. for affordability, education, and growth among young professionals.
National publications like Area Development, Business Facilities, Global Trade, and Site Selection Magazine have ranked Columbus, Indiana among the best in the nation.


Columbus, Indiana is different by design. You and your team are going to enjoy living here!

The U.S. is the world’s largest market.
Our community can help your international business reach it.
Columbus, Indiana is an FDI Preferred Destination.


We’ve helped more than 35 international companies establish US operations.
Today these companies employ over 9,000 persons locally.
When you locate and grow your business in the greater Columbus, Indiana area
You find yourself in great company.
Here is some of the latest news.
Columbus, Indiana Named #1 for Manufacturing
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Read MoreWe’re grateful for the support of our members.
If you’d like to add your company’s logo to our wall of fame, check out our “Members” page.



































