The Ohio Tourism Works website, twitter, and facebook connections are your source for updates and information on Ohio's hospitality industry!
Ohio Tourism Works is a collaborative effort by the Ohio Tourism Roundtable to create awareness that tourism is a $38 billion industry in Ohio that sustains 439,000 Ohio jobs and annually generates $2.6 billion in state and local tax revenue. By increasing tourism promotion Ohio can generate more jobs and tax revenue.
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Columbus, Ohio
Columbus will host the 2013 NHL All-Star Game!
$12 million in visitor spending is expected.
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The Ohio Tourism Roundtable represents leadership and industry professionals from the Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association, the Ohio Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus, the Ohio Travel Association and the Ohio Restaurant Association.
Did You Know?
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14 to 1 ROI:
For every $1 Ohio spends on tourism advertising 14 new tax dollars are generated.
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Tourism generates revenue:
Tourism is a $38.2 billion industry in Ohio, the third largest industry in the state.
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Tourism creates jobs:
The tourism industry sustains 439,000 jobs across Ohio's 88 counties.
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Tourism creates growth:
Tourism brings new dollars into Ohio. it diversifies Ohio's economy, and provides entrepreneurial opportunities.
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Tourism creates opportunity:
Tourism includes a strong network of small and large businesses, everything from a family-owned and operated canoe livery to a multimillion-dollar entertainment company.