

Our mission is to create an environment for new business development, promote and nurture existing businesses, and facilitate the creation of new jobs in Allen County.
Lima/Allen County is located along Interstate 75 and U.S. 30, making interstate travel quick and easy.
We make things! From the Ford F-150 pickup to Tide laundry detergent and from mashed potatoes to jet fuel.
Lima is ranked third in the nation in manufacturing among cities with a population of 150,000 or less.
• Manufacturing per capita in Lima/Allen County – $43,687
• Lima has 108% more manufacturing jobs than the average city
Downtown revitalization projects, community engagement, and industrial growth are happening throughout the area.
Available industrial land and buildings, planned housing development, and a tremendous collaborative
spirit among local and state partners ensure continued growth.