JobsOhio is a nonprofit economic development organization based in Columbus, Ohio, designated as a 501(c)(4) civic league. The organization serves as an economic development partner for businesses across Ohio, providing expertise, customized incentives, and resources to support job creation, job retention, and new capital investment. JobsOhio operates as a private, independent nonprofit focused on helping businesses grow and succeed while navigating state and local resources.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.4B
+16.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$164.1M
-47.3% YoY
Grant Count
312
-1.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$526K
-46.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
JobsOhio's mission centers on driving economic development in Ohio through job creation, retention, and attracting new capital investment. The organization empowers businesses by providing world-class customer service, connecting them with sites, talent, and incentives to meet their growth goals and timelines.
The organization focuses on competitive industry sectors including:
- Advanced Aerospace and Defense
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Energy and Chemicals
- Financial Services
- Food and Agribusinesses
- Life Sciences
- Logistics
Primary funding areas include employment procurement assistance and job training, with a focus on economic development activities.
Grantmaking
JobsOhio makes grants to support economic development initiatives across the state. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
JobsOhio primarily funds economic development activities within Ohio, though the organization's grant-making also extends to California and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year 2024 (ended June 30, 2024):
- Total Assets: $1,379,551,917
- Total Revenues: $301,367,832
- Total Expenses: $240,538,558
- Total Giving: $138,478,131
Fiscal Year 2023 (ended June 30, 2023):
- Total Assets: $1,181,052,892
- Total Revenues: $667,345,386
- Total Expenses: $584,432,476
- Net Income: $82,912,910
JobsOhio receives significant support from JobsOhio Beverage System, a subordinate 501(c)(3) organization that operates a spirituous liquor franchise. In fiscal year 2024, JobsOhio Beverage System contributed $255,000,000 to JobsOhio to support economic development activities. In fiscal year 2023, this contribution was $625,000,000.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,379,551,917 | $1,188,619,174 | $914,033,428 |
| Revenue | $301,367,832 | $667,345,386 | $294,154,567 |
| Expenses | $240,538,558 | $584,432,476 | $351,892,885 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $27,632,336 | $26,935,991 | $24,161,658 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Jobsohio
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The organization employs 187-190 staff members as of 2024. Brian Faust serves as Chief Financial Officer. Kevin A Giangola is listed as an organizational representative.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS WILLIAMS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ROBERT C SMITH | CHAIRMAN (END 10/23) | 1 | — |
| RICK PLATT | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| LORI MARIE GILLETT | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOSHUA RUBIN | CHAIRMAN (START 09/23) | 1 | — |
| JOHN BISHOP | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| GEN LESTER LYLES | BOARD MEMBER (END 03/24) | 1 | — |
| DR JERRY SUE THORNTON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SCOTT SULLIVAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JP NAUSEEF | PRESIDENT & CIO | 40 | $709,424 |
| DONELL GRUBBS | GENERAL COUNSEL | 40 | $325,116 |
| ANDREW DEYE | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER(START 01/24) | 40 | $337,949 |
| JASON DUNKLE | MANAGING DIRECTOR | 40 | $273,436 |
| SHEILA AEKINS | VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES | 40 | $284,569 |
| LORRAINE TERRY | VP, JOBSOHIO BEVERAGE SYSTEM | 40 | $299,766 |
| TERRENCE SLAYBAUGH | VP, SITES AND INFRASTRUCTURE | 40 | $339,862 |
| DANA SAUCIER | VP, HEAD OF ECONOMIC DEV. | 40 | $494,015 |
| PHILLIP GREENBERG | CHIEF OF STAFF | 40 | $299,674 |
| JULIE BATTLES | SR MNG DIR, FIN & ADMIN (END 10/23) | 40 | $286,258 |
| KEVIN CHAMBERS | MANAGING DIRECTOR | 40 | $316,416 |
| GLENN RICHARDSON | MANAGING DIRECTOR | 40 | $322,190 |
| KRISTI TANNER | SENIOR MANAGING DIRECTOR | 40 | $343,680 |
| KRISTINA CLOUSE | SR. MANAGING DIRECTOR, TALENT | 40 | $362,070 |
| BRIAN FAUST | FORMER OFFICER (END 5/23) | 40 | $262,871 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
JobsOhio has announced several recent initiatives:
**Energy Opportunity Initiative**: Governor DeWine and JobsOhio announced a $100 million Energy Opportunity Initiative
Gov. DeWine, JobsOhio Announce $100M \u2018Energy Opportunity Initiative\u2019\**Small Business Grants**: The organization awarded Small Business Grants to seven Northwest Ohio companies and continues to drive entrepreneurship and job creation through this program
JobsOhio Small Business Grants Awarded to 7 Northwest Ohio Companies**STEM Relocation Incentive**: JobsOhio offers up to $225,000 business incentives for relocating STEM and technical hires to Ohio
JobsOhio Small Business Grants Awarded to 7 Northwest Ohio Companies**Podcast Grant**: JobsOhio pledged $60,000 for a podcast initiative
Here's how JobsOhio's $60K pledge for a podcast tied to Ted Carter ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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