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April News from WEDC |
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From celebrating local success to highlighting continued investment across Wayne County, we're excited to continue to watch the momentum driving our community forward. |
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Recognizing Excellence at the |
2026 Annual Meeting |
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WEDC’s 2026 Annual Meeting was a celebration of Wayne County’s continued growth, strong partnerships, and forward momentum. Thank you to our keynote speaker, Joe Klink, Executive Director of Corporate Engagement at ProVia, for sharing valuable insights.
We were proud to recognize this year’s award winners, including Quality Growth Award recipients Centerra Co-Op, Deco-Crete, Jarrett, Luke Engineering & Anodizing Co., Mull Iron, PRC-Saltillo, Seaman Corporation, and The Village Network, along with Community Investment Award recipient The Lyric Theater and Chris Schmid Community Impact Award honoree Richard Seaman.
A special thank you to our sponsors, Team NEO, MCTV, OhioMeansJobs Wayne County, Sayre Hospitality Group, and MAGNET, for making this event possible.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in recognizing the businesses and leaders helping drive Wayne County forward. |
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The Lyric Theater |
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Community Investment Award |
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Richard Seaman |
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Chris Schmid Community Impact Award |
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Centerra Co-Op |
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Quality Growth Award |
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Deco-Crete |
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Quality Growth Award |
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Jarrett |
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Quality Growth Award |
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Luke Engineering & Anodizing Co. |
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Quality Growth Award |
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Mull Iron |
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Quality Growth Award |
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PRC-Saltillo |
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Quality Growth Award |
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Seaman Corporation |
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Quality Growth Award |
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The Village Network |
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Quality Growth Award |
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PRC-Saltillo: Technology That Changes Lives |
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PRC-Saltillo is doing more than manufacturing products. It’s creating life-changing technology that gives individuals a voice. Headquartered in Wooster, the company has grown into a global leader in communication solutions, helping people with disabilities connect, communicate, and live more independently. |
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Celebrating Economic Development Week |
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Wayne County continues to see strong momentum, with more than 315 new jobs created, over 1 million square feet of new space, and more than $166 million in total investment over the past year. As we recognize Economic Development Week, this progress reflects the power of collaboration, business growth, and ongoing investment across our community. |
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See You at the
Wayne County Career Expo!
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We look forward to seeing you at the Wayne County Career Expo on May 1. This is a great opportunity to connect with future talent and showcase career opportunities within your organization.
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WayGo Service Update
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WayGo now offers 6 a.m. weekday service in Wooster, helping better support first-shift workers and expanding transportation access across the community.
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Quality Plastics
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Quality Plastics Expands to Support Continued Growth
Quality Plastics, located in southeastern Wayne County, is investing in its future with a significant facility expansion, adding 31,500 square feet and doubling the size of its operation to a total of 63,000 square feet. The $3.08 million investment will primarily add warehouse space, allowing the company to increase production capacity within its existing facility.
A dynamic and growing manufacturer specializing in high-precision plastic injection molding, Quality Plastics serves the North American market with expertise spanning product development, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing. Its facility houses a wide range of molding equipment—from 55 to 1300 tons—capable of producing components across a variety of materials and specifications.
Construction on the expansion began in the fourth quarter of 2025, with final inspection anticipated in the second quarter of 2026.
The expansion comes at a time of strong business growth, with increased demand driven in part by shifts in global supply chains. Quality Plastics has seen new opportunities as companies look to source molds domestically rather than overseas, positioning the company for continued success.
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Together, we’re building a stronger Wayne County. |
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Whether you're expanding, hiring, or just getting started, the Wayne Economic Development Council is here to support your business journey.
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