The 2010 Weatherhead 100 Award recognizes the fastest growing companies in Northeast Ohio, based on the percentage of sales growth from 2005-2009. Ohio Technical College placed 62 out of 100 companies on the list.
"We're proud to have earned this honor three years in a row, and we believe our growth reflects on Ohio Technical College's ability to deliver the high-quality, experienced employees that the automotive industry's demands," said Jordan Brenner, director of admissions and enrollment, OTC.
To be eligible for the award, companies also must have net sales over $1 million and have a minimum of 16 full-time employees in 2010. OTC and its branch campus the PowerSport Institute currently have over 1,300 students enrolled in class - a 25% increase over last year. The college's staff has reached 270 employees.Ohio Technical College first held classes in 1969 as the Ohio Diesel Mechanics School, conducting six -week courses in Cleveland's Warehouse district. Today, students at Ohio Technical College can choose from more than 20 specialized technician training programs in automotive, motorcycle, diesel equipment, collision repair and refinishing, custom paint and graphics, classic car restoration, high performance and racing, alternative fuel vehicles, power generator systems, welding and BMW training.
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