COLUMBUS – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose on Thursday announced 12,892 new businesses filed in May, the most filings in May of any year on record.
“During the stay at home order, Ohioans didn’t sit on their couch,” LaRose said.
“Those who could, worked from home, gave school lessons to our children, and many started new businesses because the American dream is not about sitting still,” he said.
“It’s always been about working hard for your family and the life you love, and many people love being their own boss. We should all reward Ohio’s strong work ethic by supporting local businesses,” LaRose said.
Quick Facts:
— 12,892 new businesses were created in Ohio in May 2020.
— New business filings in May were 13 percent higher than the previous month of April and 16 percent higher than in May 2019.
Ohio entrepreneurs can visit OhioSoS.gov/BusinessResources to discover the helpful opportunities available to them that can help them start and grow their business.
