Lake to River is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead their private, nonprofit economic development organization in eastern Ohio. The organization serves Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, and Trumbull counties, working to accelerate business growth and job creation in the region. Services provided include identifying suitable properties for businesses, coordinating project incentives, and offering strategic information to help companies make decisions. Lake to River is also involved in the Small Business Success Program, which supports entrepreneurs and small businesses in additional counties.
The CEO will be responsible for driving sustainable economic growth in Eastern Ohio by connecting local initiatives with global opportunities. Lake to River aims to transform the economic landscape of the region through strategic collaboration and leveraging unique assets such as low-cost electric and natural gas, deep water ports, and a productive workforce. The organization is dedicated to fostering equitable economic development in the Lake to River corridor, which is strategically located between Columbus, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh.
Youngstown, Ohio, is a key city in Mahoning County and part of the Youngstown-Warren metropolitan area. The city has a rich industrial history but has seen declines in population due to the movement of jobs offshore. Warren, Ohio, is the county seat of Trumbull County and is also undergoing a period of reinvention, focusing on downtown revitalization, healthcare, education, and mixed-use development. Both cities play important roles in the economic development of the region and are part of Lake to River's mission to create a brighter future for Eastern Ohio.