2022 Strategic Initiative: Talent

JobsOhio invests in expanding a skilled talent pool through strategies for attracting, growing, retaining, and developing top talent for the jobs of the future. We leverage the entire talent ecosystem across the state to connect partners and pull public and private resources together for companies.

Ohio’s Talent Opportunity

Businesses need help in high-demand industries to access Ohio’s broad, skilled talent pool. That’s where JobsOhio shines. Our innovative Talent team is with you every step of the way to find, hire, and train a top-notch workforce. The team works to identify specific talent challenges and build sustainable talent strategies that benefit both employer and employee.

Building The Workforce of The Future

JobsOhio is committed to accelerating growth in tech-talent degrees and certifications. Our Talent Strategy is to increase in-demand degrees by up to 50% in five years.

2022 RESULTS

• Retooled Find Your Ohio to better connect 5,000 applicants with 40+ companies
• Reimagined tech-talent strategy with post-pandemic talent strategy program design
• Increased momentum and lead nurturing into northwest Ohio Talent Pipeline Development initiative with 40+ employers and 6+ partners
• Sustainably transitioned and exceeded Ohio to Work goals below. Full report available at jobsohio.com/news-press

2023 GOALS

• Launch post-pandemic talent strategy
• Host Forbes Under 30 Summit in Cleveland
• Work with Innovation District university partners on STEM achievement