Site Selection magazine’s annual state business climate rankings are computed from new plant construction data and a survey of site selectors. In 2009, Ohio ranked 4th nationally, up three spots from where the state placed in 2008.

In the executive survey portion of the ranking, Ohio improved from 17th in 2008 to eighth in 2009, which serves as further proof that corporate decision makers and influencers are taking note of the significant changes occurring in Ohio to attract capital investment.

According to the Site Selection surveys, Ohio’s transportation infrastructure and access, existing workforce skills, and state and local tax environment, including the full elimination of the corporate franchise and tangible personal property taxes, were the heaviest influences on executive polling.

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