It’s a revitalized city poised for great change, prosperity and global success… a city where passion for progress is at an all-time high…a city that has garnered so much attention that the world is watching. That city is Youngstown, Ohio. In 2009, Youngstown was named: l A Top 10 U.S. city to start a new business. Entrepreneur Magazine, August 2009 l A Top 10 metro area for business expansion. SITE Selection, March 2009 l “A Young Town Again.” The Economist, Oct. 8, 2009 l A Top 25 Best Bang-For-the-Buck City in America. Forbes, Nov. 30, 2009 Located between Cleveland and Pittsburgh, Youngstown may boast its location as one of its greatest assets. Businesses call Youngstown home because of its easy access to suppliers and customers. It is the only place that provides effective overnight ground access to the entire New York City and Chicago markets. The city is within 500 miles of: l 60% of all the U.S. effective buying income l 55% of all U.S. manufacturing l 50% of the U.S. population l 41% of all U.S. households And within 75 miles of: l 6.8 million people l 38 Fortune 1000 company headquarters l 2 International and 3 regional airports l 5 Lake Erie and 3 Ohio River ports l The nation’s east-west fiber optic trunk lines pass through the heart of the region. Ready to take a look at Youngstown, Ohio? Call the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber to discuss what we can do for your business. (330) 392-6140, ext. 22; Walt Good, Vice President of Economic Development, Walt@regionalchamber.com - Or, visit www.regionalchamber.com