Welcome to the Eastern Ohio Economic Development Association’s web site. EODA’s purpose is to help the region's business community in the retention and growth of jobs and to facilitate attraction of new business. Our area has many advantages including a centralized location between major population markets of the United States. We have a superior transportation network accessing these markets.  Our workforce is internationally recognized for skill sets and work ethic. And, we live in one of the most scenically beautiful, family lifestyle friendly regions of the Country.