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Appalachian Ohio is known for the number and diversity of firms and an
entrepreneurial environment as lush as its surroundings. This is due in no
small part to the strength of business coalitions, organizations and networking
opportunities that flourish here. Below are examples or organizations and
resources typical of the region.
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ACEnet
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The Appalachian Center for Economic
Networks, a community economic development organization in southeastern Ohio,
is dedicated to building the capacity of local communities to network, innovate
and work together to create a strong, sustainable regional economy that has
opportunities for all. ACEnet currently is focusing on the food and technology
sectors of the economy.
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ITAAO
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The Information Technology Alliance of
Appalachian Ohio is dedicated to growing and improving the competitiveness of
southern Ohio’s information technology (IT) industry. ITAAO membership provides
networking opportunities, sponsorship/marketing opportunities, regional
recognition and opportunities for contributing input and ideas for information
technology development.
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NBIA |
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The National Business Incubation
Association, a membership organization based in Athens with global reach and
influence, advances the business creation process to increase entrepreneurial
success and individual opportunity, strengthening communities worldwide. It
comprises professionals involved in business incubation, entrepreneurship,
economic development, capital formation, research and government.
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Ohio
Chamber of Commerce |
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The chambers in this region not only
work hard to improve business conditions in their own communities, but also
collaborate on more far reaching initiatives.
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OhioBiz.com
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Ohio has a widely diversified economy
with thousands of companies. This site gets you to a statewide business
directory, county maps with census profiles, media feeds, links to business
resources and registration, and even the ability to listen to the Ohio
legislature during sessions.
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Rural
Action |
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Rural Action promotes economic,
social, and environmental justice in Appalachian Ohio. Its programs are
designed to engage diverse people and organizations to help build healthy,
sustainable communities and businesses. Business-related initiatives include
the Business
Development program,
Job Skills Training program,
Sustainable Forestry program and
The National Center for the Preservation of Medicinal Herbs.
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Women
in Networking |
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This organization provides women
business owners and women professionals the opportunity to exchange
information, engage in professional development and participate in unique
retreats.
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