The Defiance City Parks Are Undergoing a Renaissance
MAJOR EMPLOYERS
We are a county rich in Advanced Manufacturing, Auto, Agribusiness, Healthcare, and More.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Defiance County offers a variety of cultural opportunities. People come from all over the United States and Canada to enjoy the pleasant rural rolling farm land setting.
BECOME AN INVESTOR
Investor support helps us fulfill our mission of growing and retaining the resources, industrial base and employment opportunities in Defiance County. Together, we can achieve success!
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"Working It" Podcast & Video Series
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Meet The Team
Erika Willitzer
Executive Director
Hi, I'm Erika Willitzer, I was born and raised in Defiance County. I'm so happy to be back working in the community that helped build me. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or reach out via email: Erika@DefianceCountyED.com
Paige Wesche
Assistant Executive Director
Hi, I'm Paige Wesche. As a Fairview High School graduate, Defiance County has always been a big part of my life, and I am excited to be back in the area again. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or reach out via email:
Carlie Carpenter
Economic Development Administrator
Hi, I’m Carlie Carpenter. I am a Defiance County native. I left for a couple of years for college but now I am back and super excited to be working in the community. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or reach out via email: Carlie@DefianceCountyED.com