An annual report from the Columbus Council on World Affairs illustrates the extent of international business in Central Ohio.
The Central Ohio business community maintains impressive foreign connections, according to a 2018 report from the Columbus Council on World Affairs, which was profiled in the February 2020 issue of Columbus CEO. It is linked to more than 85 countries, and 60,661 local jobs are provided by
foreign-owned companies.
Top 5 local firms by number of foreign countries with establishments:
Vertiv Co.: 55 L Brands: 37 Mettler-Toledo International: 35 Greif: 33 Wendy’s: 31Source: Columbus Council on World Affairs, 2018-219 Global Report
Chloe Teasley is former staff writer for Columbus CEO.