Wayne County’s Success is a Community Endeavor
The WEDC focuses its resources on assisting existing companies in their growth and expansion efforts and attracting new business opportunities to the area. Our organization is funded cooperatively by local government and private businesses, both sharing a keen interest in maintaining a healthy business environment.
Become an Investor Today!
The Wayne Economic Development Council is a leading and collaborative go-to organization that contributes to Wayne County’s national recognition for achieving high-quality growth that benefits both businesses and residents while maintaining a balance between industry, agriculture, commercial and residential development.
Ready to Invest?
Simply complete the pledge card below. Your business will be invoiced for the current year and then annually through 2027. Prefer to pay your full pledge upfront? That works too. Choose the option that’s easiest for you! Download the pledge card, complete, and email to tcarmony@waynecountyedc.com, or send via mail to 542 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691.
Reasons to invest:
Arranging meetings with community leaders.
Providing introductions to necessary business contacts.
Serving as an advocate with state and local government entities.
Providing opportunities to promote your business through the WEDC's website, social media, newsletter and sponsorship program.
Identifying and procuring resources to help you make proactive and effective business decisions.
Creating access to meetings and events that address issues pertinent to the economy, while also providing network opportunities.
Manages growth and encourages business throughout the county.
Brings schools and businesses together to educate the upcoming workforce of available opportunities and to bridge businesses and educational institutions together for future workforce training needs.
Quality of life - maintaining Wayne County's idyllic ag-urban environment