Support for Cleveland Manufacturing Companies

The Cleveland Industrial Retention Initiative (CIRI) began with a focus on grass-roots retention efforts with the City of Cleveland’s manufacturing companies. Since 1994, CIRI has helped Cleveland manufacturing companies improve operations, maintain profitability, and remain competitive.

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This program is an integral part of the City’s plan to link manufacturing businesses to community resources. Over the past three years, our CIRI team has averaged over 460 unique manufacturing site visits per year.

Our end goal is to help Cleveland manufacturing companies grow and prosper.
 

CIRI's Impact

Our staff works closely with the City’s Department of Economic Development to help manufacturing companies thrive and grow. Since 2015, over 3,900 jobs and $195.2 million in annual payroll were impacted by CIRI projects.

Recent Successes

Generated Capital Investment

$40.8 Million

Number of Jobs Retained or Added

363

Impact Projects in Progress

26

 

Wide-Ranging Solutions

CIRI’s industrial development managers link manufacturers to resources and solutions in:

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Financing

We connect Cleveland manufacturing companies to public and private financing, which includes low-interest loans and grants that can be used for business expansion, equipment, site acquisition, working capital, and staff training.

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Real Estate and Land Assembly

We gather information on available industrial properties and buildings, and offer support for relocation and expansion.

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Building Permit and Zoning

We're equipped to provide information about industrial properties and facilities, as well as provide site-selection assistance, relocation, and expansion support.

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Safety and Security

We connect manufacturers to industry best practices and techniques to protect employees and properties.

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Employment and Training

Through CIRI, manufacturers gain access to workforce professionals who can help them hire, place, and train employees. They can also gain access to grants that help reduce training costs.

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Sales and Marketing

We deliver the tools manufacturers need to grow their businesses. This includes access to government-supplier resources and sales development assistance.

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Infrastructure

We can provide access to a diverse set of resources that can handle anything from roadway improvements to graffiti removal to utility efficiency.

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Waste Management and Environmental Compliance

Manufacturers can access resources that will help control waste management costs, implement waste reduction solutions, and educate them about the availability of local EPA services.

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Technology and Modernization

We provide connections to professionals who can provide technical expertise and help manufacturers improve the quality, productivity, inventory, and costs tied to technologies.

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General Business Assistance

Through individual or group support, CIRI can provide customized solutions that address specific business needs.

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Millie Caraballo
Vice President,
Industrial Development
216.588.1447

Howard Thompson
Director,
Business Development
216.920.1957

Berkys Sosa
Manager,
Industrial Development
216.920.1959

Phillip Wolter
Manager,
Industrial Development
216.920.1958

 

For more information on CIRI, contact Millie Caraballo, Vice President, Industrial Development, at 216.588.1447.

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