Advancing A Diverse Economy

The Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (Tri-ED) blends public and private funds to enhance the business climate in and foster regional cooperation among Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties. We market and promote Northern Kentucky on a national and international basis as a desirable location for new or expanding businesses, and we assist existing local companies to expand operations and grow their customer base.

Since its founding in 1987, Northern Kentucky Tri-ED has led the successful relocation or expansion efforts for 717 business projects, representing more than 69,000 primary industry jobs created with a capital investment of more than $8.7 billion.

Northern Kentucky is home to more than 550 primary industry companies which represent a strong diversity of industry and innovation.

Industry Targets

In its attraction efforts, Tri-ED focuses on 6 industry clusters and 23 industry subsectors.

Automotive

• Engine & Metal Component Production
• Sensors & Controls
• Distribution
• Interior Suppliers
• Chemical Compounds

Aviation & Aerospace

• Aerospace Parts Manufacturing
• Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO)
• Light & Sport Aviation

Financial Services

• Financial Service Advisory
• Cybersecurity
• Back Office Support
• Financial Software

Food & Flavoring

• Co-Located Manufacturing with HQ, Distribution Center and/or Operations
• Perishables
• Food R&D

Life Sciences

• Medical Device Manufacturing
• Cancer Research
• Lab Testing & Processing
• Health Informatics

Supply Chain

• HQ/Regional Office/Logistics Providers (3PL)
• Supply Chain Analytics
• Packaging Technology
• Logistics Machinery Manufacturers