Helping Lucas County businesses stay, grow, and thrive.

Our team works one-on-one with local companies to understand needs, remove barriers, and connect you with the right resources, so you can focus on growth.

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What our BRE team does

We partner with companies to understand challenges, align resources, and support sustainable growth in Lucas County. Our goal is simple: help businesses stay and expand here, strengthening jobs, investment, and community prosperity.

We help you choose the right site and guide you through permitting and zoning so your expansion stays on track.

Business Expansion Support

Connect with top talent and access training programs that strengthen and grow your workforce.

Workforce Development

Incentives & Funding

Unlock tax credits, local incentives, and grant opportunities to make growth more affordable.

Business Resources & Support

Gain access to local networks, leaders, and data insights that help your business compete and thrive.

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Reach Out

Josh Thurston, Business Engagement Specialist, at LCEDC would be happy to discuss our Business Retention & Expansions Program with you. You can reach Josh at:

(419) 213-3705
JThurston@co.lucas.oh.us