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- 2011 Dashboard of Economic Indicators Now Available
- December 02, 2011
- In this year's edition, the Dashboard measures the region’s economic performance in the context of a slow-growth, fragile, post-recession economy.
- Manufacturing is Fueling Region's Economic Recovery
- November 16, 2011
- The latest edition of Team NEO's quarterly Cleveland Plus Economic Review focuses on the region’s manufacturing sector. The report shows that by 2015, Northeast Ohio’s manufacturing GRP is expected to outpace that of the United States by nearly 10%. Emerging sectors, such as specialty chemicals and fabricated metal manufacturing are driving this growth.
- BioEnterprise, NorTech Win National Award for Improving Regional Economies Through Science, Technology and Innovation
- November 14, 2011
- Regional economic development intermediaries recognized as national models for states and regions investing in science, technology and innovation to grow their economies and create high-paying jobs.
- The Fund Honored as a "Regional Superhero"
- November 02, 2011
- The Fund's work in talent was recognized by Towards Employment at the organization's annual benefit. Talent Team Chair Kurt Karakul accepted and donned a cape on behalf of the Fund.
- RFP Available
- October 19, 2011
- The Fund is looking for a partner to operate NEO@Work, a new workforce development program.
- Rob Briggs: 2011 Ohio Philanthropy Award Recipient
- October 07, 2011
- Rob Briggs, founding chair of the Fund, was awarded the 2011 Philanthropy Award by the Ohio Grantmakinf Forum.
- Northeast Ohio Wins White House Jobs and Innovation Accelerator Challenge
- September 23, 2011
- The region was one of 20 regions selected as a winner in the White House's multi-agency competition to support the advancement of high-growth industry clusters across the country. Lorain County Community College, JumpStart, MAGNET and NorTech will receive more than $2 million to spur job creation.
- Neal Peirce Article
- September 12, 2011
- In an article on America's aging population, nationally syndicated columnist Neal Peirce notes that metro areas will help bridge the gap between young and old segments of the population. The Fund's work in talent and grantmaking is mentioned.
- Opportunity Abounds: EfficientGovNetwork Regional Collaboration Conference
- September 07, 2011
- The first EfficientGovNetwork Regional Collaboration Conference on Oct. 13 features experienced government officials sharing practical information about implementing collaborative efforts in local government.
- Northeast Ohio Adds Jobs in Green Energy
- September 02, 2011
- Northeast Ohio is one of the top 10 regions for job growth in the green energy and clean tech sectors. NorTech President and CEO Rebecca O. Bagley comments on the region's growing advanced energy sector in an NRP story airing on 9/2/11.