MASURY, Ohio (November 19, 2025) – Roemer Industries, a manufacturer of custom metal nameplates and industrial labels, has been awarded a $25,000 Small Business Grant from JobsOhio. The funding will support an investment in new equipment, expanding its capabilities to meet growing customer demand.
The JobsOhio Small Business Grant is designed to boost the growth of local businesses in eligible communities or those owned by underrepresented populations. The program supports fixed asset investments, workforce expansion and operational improvements critical to a company’s long-term success.
Roemer Industries will use the grant to invest in updated manufacturing technology equipment that will enhance production efficiency and expand its capabilities, supporting the company’s ability to meet increasing customer demand and pursue future growth opportunities.
“This investment represents a major step forward in our commitment to innovation and quality,” said Jill Palumbo, Chief Operating Officer. “This powerful new technology ensures we can meet our customers’ most demanding specifications with greater speed, expand into new markets, and build upon our decades-long legacy of industrial identification excellence.”
The Direct Line to State Funding
Lake to River, the JobsOhio regional network partner serving Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana counties, played a key role in securing this funding. David Wilaj, Director of Project Management at Lake to River, served as the advocate for Roemer Industries, helping to move along the application process and championing the project to JobsOhio decision-makers.
“Helping businesses like Roemer Industries expand and thrive is exactly why the JobsOhio Small Business Grant exists,” said David Wilaj, Director of Project Management at Lake to River. “This investment will support Roemer’s continued growth and strengthen manufacturing capabilities that are vital to our region’s economic future.”
The JobsOhio Small Business Grant program continues to be a resource for local companies to invest in their operations. Businesses interested in learning more about eligibility criteria and available funding should contact David Wilaj at david@laketoriverohio.org.
About Roemer Industries
Since 1937, Roemer Industries has been an established leader in manufacturing custom metal nameplates, labels, graphic overlays and industrial tags. With over 80 years of manufacturing experience, Roemer uses printing and fabrication capabilities to provide durable tags and labels for harsh industrial environments.
About Lake to River
Lake to River is a private, nonprofit economic development organization and the designated JobsOhio network partner for Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana counties. Focused on accelerating growth and opportunity in Eastern Ohio, Lake to River leads strategic efforts in business attraction, industry expansion, workforce development and site readiness. The organization works closely with public, private and philanthropic partners to strengthen the region’s competitiveness, drive investment and support the companies and communities that power the local economy. Learn more at laketoriverohio.org.
