Location Is King
The Village of Sheffield couldn’t agree more.
Sheffield Village sits at the perfect crossroads in Lorain County. We are uniquely positioned between Lorain to the west, Avon to the east, Elyria to the south, and Sheffield Lake to the north. This central location provides businesses and residents with convenient access to major employment centers, retail and dining options, regional entertainment, and some of the best outdoor recreation in Northeast Ohio—including the Lorain County Metro Parks and the shores of Lake Erie.
Whether you’re looking to live, work, expand your company, or relocate your business, Sheffield Village offers the access, connectivity, and quality of life that help businesses thrive.
Our Mission
The mission of the Village of Sheffield and its Economic Development Department is to enhance the quality of life for our residents by promoting:
- Workforce development
- Job retention and business expansion
- Sustainable capital investment in our community
We are committed to supporting the business community with services that help companies grow, innovate, and succeed in Sheffield Village.
Our key economic development initiatives include:
- Business retention, expansion, and attraction
- Redevelopment of underutilized or vacant properties
- Infrastructure improvements that support business growth
- Workforce upskilling and reskilling
- Access to regional and state incentives through ONE Lorain County, Team NEO, and JobsOhio
Business Retention & Expansion
Existing businesses represent some of the greatest opportunities for economic growth and long-term community success. Supporting our current employers is therefore a key priority for Sheffield Village.
Our economic development team works directly with local businesses to understand their needs and connect them with the right resources to support their growth.
We can assist with:
- Identifying and recruiting new employees
- Workforce training and development programs
- Funding opportunities for business expansion
- Utilities, zoning, and land-use questions
- Site selection for new or expanding operations
- Access to market research and industry analysis
- Business mentoring and coaching resources
Our goal is to build long-term partnerships with local businesses, providing the support and connections they need to adapt, grow, and succeed.
Let’s Start the Conversation
We encourage business owners, entrepreneurs, and site selectors to connect with us for a one-on-one conversation. During this meeting, we can discuss your:
- Industry and operations
- Current challenges and opportunities
- Workforce needs
- Future growth plans
From there, we will help connect you with the community partners and resources best suited to your company’s goals.
Our regional business partners include:
- ONE Lorain County
- Team NEO
- JobsOhio
- Lorain County Community Development
- Lorain County Chamber of Commerce
- North Coast Chamber of Commerce
- Lorain County Community College
- Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at LCCC
- Lorain County Port Authority
- Local banks, credit unions, and alternative lenders
Together, we work to create a strong, supportive environment where businesses can grow and succeed in Sheffield Village.
