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Meet The President of the BCFA!
Jan 27 2025The Butler County Finance Authority’s (BCFA) President & Chief Executive Officer, Joshua A. Smith, is dedicated to the economic growth and resilience of Butler County, OH, leading the organization’s vision of igniting Butler County’s economic development and resilience through strategy, resources, job creation, and attracting investments. A featured spotlight profile...
The Butler County Financial Authority (BCFA) is here to assist businesses in every corner of Butler County, OH. The BCFA is an organization dedicated to economic development, fostering economic resilience, and enhancing the overall economic well-being of the region through targeted efforts, attracting investments, and providing companies with incentives and...
Businesses in Butler County, OH, benefit from many location advantages, including access to prime air and rail infrastructure and an extensive network of major interstates. The county is just 30 minutes from Cincinnati, 40 minutes from Dayton, and less than 90 miles from Columbus, Indianapolis (IN), and Lexington (KY), following...
The Cincinnati firm behind the $29 million redevelopment of the Shuler & Benninghofen Woolen Mill in Hamilton expects to start work this year after receiving state tax credits.East Walnut Hills-based Bloomfield/Schon is planning the redevelopment and transformation of the former mill at Pleasant and Williams avenues in Hamilton.Read the full...
Develop More in Butler County, OH!
Dec 30 2024The Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA) has been dedicated to improving economic development efforts in Butler County, OH, and the finished projects are proof of its success! The BCFA extends its services throughout the entire county. If you are looking for assistance with a specific development project in the area,...
The Butler County Finance Authority’s (BCFA) website is an online hub for up-to-date business and economic development news. The BCFA’s news section is designed to offer visitors centralized access to crucial development, real estate, and public finance information. The organization is dedicated to making it easy for business owners to...
The Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA) is your online resource for community data in Butler County, OH! The organization is dedicated to stimulating and sustaining economic development in the county. The BCFA accomplishes this goal by providing in-depth information on the communities that make up Butler County. Site selectors can...
Businesses in Butler County, OH, can access multiple regional airport transportation options for passenger and freight transportation needs! The county is home to three regional airports, including the Butler County Regional Airport (HAO), Middletown Regional Airport (MWO), and Miami University Airport in Oxford (OXD). Each airport offers unique amenities, services,...
Butler County Bond Fund Coming in 2025!
Dec 6 2024The Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA) Jobs & Development Bond Fund will be available to provide support to businesses by 2025! The BCFA has created the fund to support economic development, business expansion, and job creation in Butler County, OH. Qualifying businesses must be related to industry, commerce, manufacturing, distribution,...
Butler County, OH, is well-suited for companies across various industries thanks to its location, real estate, and the county’s commitment to enhancing and sustaining its economic development and growth. The Manufacturing industry has been a longstanding staple in the county, with a history that spans over 175 years! Manufacturing companies...
The Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA) has created an online database to search available properties in Butler County, OH. The BCFA’s database is designed to be easy to use and has specific search filters such as property type, details, assets, size, and lease rate. Site selectors can utilize this online...
Headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio, 80 Acres Farms is revolutionizing the agricultural industry through its innovative approach to farming. As a leader in vertical farming, 80 Acres harnesses cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices to produce fresh, nutritious, and pesticide-free produce year-round. Their state-of-the-art facilities use advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, and hydroponics...
The #IgniteButler Grant Program is designed to provide financial support for real estate projects in Butler County, OH! The Butler County Financial Authority (BCFA) created the program to provide additional assistance in moving real estate projects from pre-development to construction stages. Contact the staff at the BCFA for further assistance...
The Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA) is dedicated to showcasing the benefits of choosing the county as a location for business, which is why the organization has created an online profile on Butler County, OH! The county is strategically located between Cincinnati and Dayton, with easy access to highway, air,...
Connect with Butler County, OH!
Nov 4 2024Site selectors and business owners are invited to follow Butler County’s (OH) social media platforms! The Butler County Financial Authority (BCFA) is dedicated to economic development news for those interested in doing business in the county. The BCFA’s social media platforms are designed to provide easy access to development, real...
Marsh Park is poised to become Fairfield’s second regional draw.An updated plan prepared by consultants Designing Local shows how the 146-acre River Road Park with its 60-acre lake, can keep its natural features while expanding kayak/canoeing, hiking and biking.Click here to read the full article (subscription may be required)
One of the region’s most advanced high school aviation education programs will soon have its own classroom hangar in Middletown as Butler Tech joined city and county officials in breaking ground Thursday on a $15 million project.The career school’s heralded and highly accredited aviation courses for area teens will be...
A locally unique and long-delayed project next to Lakota East High School in Liberty Twp. is now finally taking shape.First announced in 2022, the structure for the Liberty Collective combination restaurant, recreational and entertainment complex is beginning to rise from construction dust and one of its first tenants will be...
Voices of America Country Music Fest is returning for an even bigger third year in 2025, and it will feature HARDY as the first headliner.More performers will be announced through the end of the year.“HARDY is a Southern Rock-Country artist. He is extremely popular on country radio, and any award...
Lately, securing financing for large-scale development projects has become increasingly complicated and nuanced. Executives looking to expand facilities or select new locations must navigate myriad challenges, from volatile capital markets to stringent investor expectations.That’s because in 2023, capital markets encountered disruptions reminiscent of the 2008 global financial crisis. The Federal...
The potential for new, good-paying jobs from investing in a clean energy ecosystem has long been highlighted by proponents of expanding clean energy in America. John Kerry, President Biden’s former Envoy for Climate, famously predicted the energy transition would be the “new industrial revolution.”While clean energy production and related industries...
Ask 10 location experts what their top quality of life ingredient is, and you’ll likely get about 10 different answers. Most would agree that housing costs and availability, education options, cultural amenities and commute times are high on their list, but it varies from person to person.Personal finance company WalletHub...
An iconic ice cream shop in West Chester is up for sale.The owners of The Cone, the Wren family, announced in a press release that "it is time to retire" after 50 years of operations.The Wrens are known for their "secret recipe" orange and vanilla ice cream at the landmark...
Liberty Center has announced three major brands are opening there in the next year, and those are in addition to three other businesses previously announced. It is adding Sea Love, Sephora and Warby Parker.Sea Love’s candle bar and lifestyle boutique is a DIY, hands-on candle-making experience. The new location will...