REDI Cincinnati Strategic Plan
REDI envisions a unified, three-state region with a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy.
- Booming Business
- Unified Global Brand
- Engagement and Inclusive Growth
#1 Booming Business
#1 Booming BusinessDriving business growth is our top priority. Through targeted attraction, expansion, and retention tactics, we are helping to catapult our region into a leading vibrant economy.
Our priorities:
- Hyper-focused business development: Generate leads and expand the pipeline for projects that increase the number of quality jobs and capital investment in proactive business attraction targets.
- Build for growth: Continue to promote investment in high-potential commercial and industrial sites and infrastructure.
- Talent hub: Advise partners on workforce needs and connect businesses with talent.
#2 Unified Global Brand
Alongside our partners, we are promoting and spreading awareness of the Cincinnati region as a premier, globally competitive destination for growth.
Our priorities:
Market and amplify: Expand marketing and storytelling to increase interest in the region, and attract both businesses and talent.
#3 Engagement & Inclusive Growth
#3 Engagement & Inclusive GrowthWe are building a more inclusive and diverse economy that benefits everyone in our region.
Our priorities:
- Diverse economy: Elevate business attraction, expansion, and retention efforts that differentiate our economy and equitably connect companies with funding and services.
- Supportive ecosystem: Support regional ecosystem and economic development partners to further advance a culture of collaboration and ensure widespread economic growth.
- Supporting inclusion within REDI: Lead by example when it comes to inclusion within REDI’s organization, leadership and team.
Attraction, Retention & Expansion: Continued Growth in Core Industries
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
97K employees
4,800 jobs added*
5% growth*
Aerospace & Aviation
Automotive
Food, Flavoring & Beverage
Chemicals & Materials Manufacturing
LIFE SCIENCES
18K employees
3,100 jobs added*
21% growth*
Biomedical Research
Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing
Medical Device Manufacturing
BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
211K employees
300 jobs lost*
<1% decline*
Back Offices Support Services
Consumer Insights
Financial Services
TECHNOLOGY
30K employees
2,500 jobs added*
9% growth*
Cybersecurity
Data Analysis
Supply Chain Management
Smart Transportation Technologies