EGLO USA, Inc., a global leader in product design, manufacturing, and the distribution of residential lighting fixtures and ceiling fans, has announced plans to establish Solon as its North American headquarters, bringing 89 new jobs to the region. This move further strengthens the Northeast Ohio Region\u2019s reputation as a premier destination for headquarters and logistics operations. The project was approved for a Job Creation Tax Credit at today\u2019s Ohio Tax Credit Authority meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The company, known for its product design leadership and high-quality residential lighting solutions suited for both modern and traditional home d\u00e9cor, has ambitious growth plans. It anticipates that the skilled workforce in the Northeast Ohio Region will play a key role in supporting its expansion. Additionally, the region offers strategic logistical advantages for distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are excited to call Solon and Northeast Ohio our home for our EGLO U.S. headquarters. Northeast Ohio has a rich history and legacy within the lighting industry, both commercial and residential, and we chose this location because of the design, engineering, and distribution talent that can execute exceptionally well to the business requirements of our distribution channel customers\u2019 expectations,\u201d said David Pamer, CEO & President for EGLO USA, Inc. \u201cA genuine thank you to JobsOhio, Team NEO, and the City of Solon for their support and taking the time to understand \u2018why\u2019 this decision is good for all the constituencies involved.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Team NEO partnered with JobsOhio and ODOD to create a tailored package for establishing a presence in Ohio, positioning it as a more attractive choice compared to other regions in the country. The team also collaborated with the City of Solon to showcase support for the opportunity and present the business case for locating in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe and our partners welcome EGLO USA\u2019s decision to choose Ohio for its U.S. headquarters, where it will have premier access to talented workers and its customers in the North American market,\u201d said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. \u201cThese new operations attract a global leader in residential lighting design and manufacturing, and we look forward to working with EGLO USA as it grows its global operations from Solon.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Along with serving as its U.S. headquarters, EGLO USA, INC. will also conduct distribution, design, engineering, and various other office operations at its Solon location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The Northeast Ohio Region offers the perfect combination of a highly skilled workforce and a logistically strategic location, making it an ideal place for EGLO USA, INC. to grow and innovate,” stated Team NEO CEO Matt Dolan. \u201cThank you to Mayor Kraus and the Solon economic development team for being great partners in the growth of Northeast Ohio. We are excited to welcome EGLO USA, Inc. to Solon Ohio.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This announcement marks an exciting step forward \u2013 not just for our state and regional economy, but for the local community is well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are thrilled to welcome EGLO USA, INC, a global leader in lighting, to the City of Solon,\u201d said Angee Shaker, Solon\u2019s economic development director. \u201cThe decision to establish their North American distribution facilities and headquarters here is a testament to our city\u2019s strong business environment, strategic location, and commitment to fostering growth. We do not take this investment for granted and look forward to building a lasting partnership with EGLO USA, INC. as they grow and expand in our community. Additionally, we deeply appreciate our economic development collaboration with JobsOhio and Team NEO, whose efforts continue to bring world-class companies like EGLO USA, INC. to our region.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
About EGLO USA, INC.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n EGLO North America is a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of decorative lighting and ceiling fans. Headquartered in Austria, EGLO owns 3 factories and more than 70 global locations including offices in USA and Canada. Our mission is to create on trend products that resonate with the diverse North American market, while staying true to our European heritage. For over 50 years, EGLO has set the benchmark for quality, style, and sustainability in the lighting industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n About Team NEO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Team NEO is a private, nonprofit economic development organization that ignites economic vibrancy, fosters sustainable growth, and champions equitable prosperity. As a designated JobsOhio Network Partner, we collaborate across all 14 counties in the Northeast Ohio Region to create strategies to attract and retain companies, drive innovation, cultivate a skilled workforce, advance market-ready sites, and promote and engage the region. To learn how Team NEO helps make Northeast Ohio more competitive, visit northeastohioregion.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n About JobsOhio<\/strong>
JobsOhio, Ohio’s private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention, and expansion across ten competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio<\/a>. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition<\/a>, Lake to River Economic Development<\/a>, Ohio Southeast Economic Development<\/a>, One Columbus<\/a>, REDI Cincinnati<\/a>, Regional Growth Partnership<\/a>, and Team NEO<\/a>. JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":17198,"template":"","categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28016","news","type-news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-announcements"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news\/28016","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/news"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news\/28016\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":28017,"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news\/28016\/revisions\/28017"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=28016"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=28016"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/northeastohioregion.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=28016"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}