Retail chains headquartered in Ohio (2026 list)

#	Company	Industry	Headquarters	Employees	Founded
1	Kroger kroger.com Operates thousands of grocery stores, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers to provide affordable fresh food, dairy, and meat products through retail and e-commerce.	Retail	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	465,000	n/a
2	The Wendy's Company wendys.com Serves made-to-order square hamburgers, fresh salads, chili, and Frosty desserts across 7,000+ restaurants globally, also supporting adoption initiatives.	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Dublin	73,218	1969
3	Parker Hannifin parker.com Global leader in motion and control technologies, enabling engineering breakthroughs for a better tomorrow Diversified company providing vital products for various industries worldwide	Industrial Machinery Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Cleveland	56,000	1917
4	Sherwin-Williams sherwin-williams.com Global supplier of paints, coatings, and related products with extensive distribution network and diverse, innovative workforce worldwide.	Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Cleveland	49,925	n/a
5	Bath & Body Works bbwinc.com Global leader in personal care and home fragrance products, offering fine fragrance mists, lotions, candles, and soaps through stores and online.	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	33,920	1990
6	The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company goodyear.com Global tire manufacturer with 57 facilities in 23 countries, employing 72,000 people Leading innovation through state-of-the-art products and services	Motor Vehicle Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Akron	30,571	1898
7	Victoria’s Secret & Co.victoriassecret.com Specialty retailer offering bras, lingerie, sleepwear, athleisure, swimwear, fragrances, and body care supporting diverse women globally.	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	30,271	2021
8	Abercrombie & Fitch Co.abercrombie.com Global omnichannel specialty retailer providing quality apparel and accessories for kids through millennials across diverse brands through physical stores and digital platforms.	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	29,375	1892
9	Fifth Third Bank 53.com Diversified financial services company providing commercial and branch banking, consumer lending, and wealth management through a network of regional financial centers and ATMs.	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	25,396	n/a
10	KeyBank key.com Provides investment management, retail and commercial banking, consumer finance, and investment banking products to individuals and businesses nationwide.	Banking	🇺🇸 Cleveland	23,230	1849
11	Huntington National Bank huntington.com Regional financial services holding company offering banking, payments, wealth management, and risk products for individuals, businesses, and municipalities through numerous branches and community initiatives.	Banking	🇺🇸 Columbus	20,037	1866
12	Speedway careers.7-eleven.com Convenience store retail operations across the U.S., primarily Midwest and East Coast, with extensive store network after acquisition.	Retail	🇺🇸 Enon	19,175	n/a
13	Big Lots biglots.com A discount retailer with 1,400 stores in 47 states, offering a variety of products including furniture, food, electronics, and toys	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	17,559	2025
14	Hollister Co.corporate.abercrombie.com Designs and sells casual apparel, accessories, and fragrances focused on capturing moments and expressing individual style worldwide.	Retail	🇺🇸 New Albany	14,359	n/a
15	EXPRESS express.com multichannel fashion brand offering modern, confident, and effortless clothing for work, everyday, and special occasions through stores and online	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	11,919	1980
16	L Brands bbwinc.com Focus on personal care and beauty products, with a strong emphasis on Bath & Body Works and Victoria’s Secret brands.	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	9,897	n/a
17	DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse designerbrands.com Designs, produces, and retails footwear and accessories through direct-to-consumer channels and wholesale distribution across North America and internationally.	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	8,699	1991
18	Marco's Pizza (Marco's Franchising, LLC)marcosfranchising.com A fast-growing pizza brand founded in 1978, known for high-quality pizza made from scratch dough and fresh cheeses, with over 1,200 locations nationwide	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Toledo	7,864	1978
19	Signet Jewelers signetjewelers.com The world's largest diamond and specialty jewelry retailer, operating under various brand names, prioritizing people, diversity, equity, inclusion, and empowerment	Retail	🇺🇸 Akron	7,565	1910
20	Safelite safelite.com Specializes in auto glass repair, replacement, and vehicle safety system recalibration, focusing on customer service and employee empowerment.	Vehicle Repair and Maintenance	🇺🇸 Columbus	7,112	1947
21	JOANN Stores careers.michaels.com Crafting a happy, handmade world by inspiring creativity and community through trend forecasting, store planning, and caring assistance Join us in creating your happy place	Retail	🇺🇸 Hudson	6,762	1943
22	LensCrafters lenscrafters.com Provides optical care, pairing technology with a personal approach, centered around sight, ensuring quality experience for patients and customers, part of EssilorLuxottica.	Retail Apparel and Fashion	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	6,536	n/a
23	CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC crosscountrymortgage.com Nationwide mortgage lender providing fast, clear home loans with strong community focus, dedicated team, and philanthropic efforts.	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Cleveland	6,454	2003
24	TravelCenters of America ta-petro.com A nationwide network of travel centers offering fuel, truck services, dining options, merchandise, and parking to enhance the road trip experience	Retail	🇺🇸 Westlake	6,057	1972
25	Wendy's (Pertoria, Inc.)wendysnwo.com A local company operating six Wendy's restaurants in Northwest Ohio, focusing on providing great food, excellent customer service, and community involvement	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Perrysburg	5,367	1969
26	White Castle whitecastle.com Family-owned fast-food chain since 1921, known for iconic Sliders, operating 350+ restaurants and retail division, with commitment to quality and innovation	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	5,169	1921
27	Lane Bryant lanebryant.com A woman-founded, woman-led brand creating versatile styles with impeccable fit, empowering women to live confidently in work, play, and love	Retail	🇺🇸 New Albany	4,190	n/a
28	Applied Industrial Technologies applied.com Value-added distributor providing industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and maintenance supplies to MRO and OEM markets.	Wholesale	🇺🇸 Cleveland	3,860	1923
29	Justice walmart.com A tween specialty retailer offering leading fashion and lifestyle products for girls aged 7 to 14, with over 1000 stores worldwide and an e-commerce site	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	3,797	2004
30	Apple American Group LLC appleamericancareers.com A leading franchise operator with over 440 Applebee’s restaurants in 23 states, generating $13B in sales with 21,000 employees	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Independence	2,885	1998
31	Gosh Enterprises Inc A growing company overseeing restaurant brands serving Philly Cheesesteaks, Korean-inspired cuisine, deli subs, supporting children in need, and providing solar services	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Upper Arlington	2,777	1986
32	Micro Center microcenter.com Nationwide retailer offering extensive selection of computers and electronics with expert staff providing technical solutions in physical stores.	Retail	🇺🇸 Hilliard	2,740	1979
33	Red Roof Inn redroof.com A leader in economy lodging industry with nearly 700 locations in the US, offering affordable, comfortable stays with modern designs and pet-friendly policies	Hospitality	🇺🇸 New Albany	2,637	1972
34	First Financial Bank bankatfirst.com Regional bank offering personalized financial services and community-focused banking with over 130 centers across five Midwestern states.	Banking	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	2,446	1863
35	American Signature Inc.shopvcf.com A leading furniture retailer with a wide selection of styles, offering quality furniture for living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, and more across 18 states	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	2,431	1948
36	Flynn Group flynn.com Ownership and operation of multiple leading restaurant brands across the U.S., employing thousands and generating billions in sales.	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Independence	2,380	1998
37	Great Day Improvements greatdayimprovements.com A vertically integrated, direct-to-consumer provider of premium home improvement products with diverse brands, operating across the US with expanding workforce	Construction	🇺🇸 Twinsburg	2,266	2011
38	Bob Evans Restaurants, LLC bobevans.com Family-style restaurant chain with nearly 500 locations across 18 states, offering high-quality food and hospitality based on farm values	Restaurants	🇺🇸 New Albany	2,151	1953
39	Charleys Philly Steaks charleys.com A world-class fast casual restaurant providing fresh, high-quality food with a focus on community engagement through a non-profit foundation	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	2,143	1986
40	MedVet medvet.com Specialty and emergency hospital network providing exceptional care for pets, supporting families, veterinarians, and team members with compassion and expertise	Veterinary Services	🇺🇸 Worthington	2,032	n/a
41	Sbarro sbarro.com A global leader in impulse pizza, with over 650 units worldwide Offering online ordering and franchise opportunities	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	2,015	1956
42	Kroger Technology & Digital thekrogerco.com A retail food company dedicated to feeding the human spirit through a seamless digital shopping experience and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025	Retail	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	1,990	1883
43	Winsupply winsupplyinc.com A leading distributor in residential and commercial construction materials, empowering entrepreneurs and providing solutions in various industries across America	Wholesale	🇺🇸 Dayton	1,985	1956
44	Carter Lumber carterlumber.com A leading building materials retailer with over 170 locations in 13 states, offering quality products and exceptional customer service to builders and DIY enthusiasts	Wholesale Building Materials	🇺🇸 Kent	1,973	1932
45	Arhaus arhaus.com Sells heirloom-quality furniture, decor. Sourced sustainably, handcrafted by global artisans. Prioritizes environmental commitment, inclusion, and community giving. Specializes in unique, lasting pieces.	Retail	🇺🇸 Boston Heights	1,964	1986
46	Union Home Mortgage Corp.uhm.com Guides aspiring homebuyers through the homeownership process, offering personalized experiences and responsible lending to make homeownership accessible for everyone across 44 states and D.C.	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Strongsville	1,955	1970
47	Donatos Pizza donatos.com A family-owned pizza company focused on enhancing the experience of gatherings, enriching lives, building community, and putting people first through delicious pizza	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	1,682	1963
48	Penn Station East Coast Subs penn-station.com A franchisor of over 320 East Coast style sub sandwich restaurants, providing oversight and ROI management to franchisees, focused on fresh, quick service	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Milford	1,677	1985
49	Designer Brands designerbrands.com Designs, produces, and retails footwear and accessories through direct-to-consumer channels and wholesale distribution across North America and internationally.	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	1,659	1991
50	United Dairy Farmers udfinc.com Family-owned company since 1940, known for disrupting the dairy industry by offering affordable milk and high-quality ice cream products in multiple locations	Retail	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	1,628	1940
51	Sterling Jewelers sterlingcareers.com A leading specialty retail jewelry company with over 1,500 stores in the US, UK, and Canada, offering jewelry, watches, and associated services	Retail	🇺🇸 Akron	1,578	1910
52	Ohio Northern University onu.edu Established in 1871, the university offers nationally ranked liberal arts and professional programs in five colleges affiliated with the United Methodist church	Higher Education	🇺🇸 Ada	1,574	1871
53	Discount Drug Mart discount-drugmart.com A retail company with over 77 stores in Ohio, offering a wide variety of products, low prices, and superior customer service for convenient one-stop shopping	Retail	🇺🇸 Medina	1,569	1969
54	American Freight Furniture & Mattress americanfreight.com This company offers high-quality furniture, mattresses, and appliances at affordable prices through warehouse-style stores and an online platform	Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Delaware	1,546	n/a
55	LaRosa's Pizzeria, Inc.larosas.com A leading pizzeria and Italian restaurant in the Greater Cincinnati area offering dine-in, delivery, and carry-out options with a variety of menu selections	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	1,470	1954
56	Frisch’s Big Boy frischs.com A Midwest-based family-style dining chain known for serving craveable homemade foods like the Big Boy sandwich and famous Hot Fudge Cake	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	1,405	1939
57	Heinen's Grocery Store heinens.com Established in 1929, this grocery store chain values quality products and exceptional customer service They prioritize employee well-being with competitive benefits	Retail	🇺🇸 Warrensville Heights	1,352	1929
58	Value City Furniture valuecityfurniture.com A furniture company offering quality home furnishings at the best prices since 1948, with a wide selection available online and in-store	Retail	🇺🇸 Columbus	1,332	1948
59	Park National Bank parknationalbank.com Community banking with a focus on strong relationships, personalized service, flexible options, and a commitment to serving customers' financial goals with integrity	Banking	🇺🇸 Newark	1,280	1908
60	Kings Island visitkingsisland.com Amusement park offering over 100 rides, shows, and attractions including 16 roller coasters, family-friendly Planet Snoopy area, and Soak City Water Park with 50+ water activities	Entertainment Providers	🇺🇸 Mason	1,194	1972
61	Cleveland Guardians mlb.com Established in 1901, we are dedicated to creating memories and connecting generations by providing entertainment and superior customer service to millions of fans	Spectator Sports	🇺🇸 Cleveland	1,185	n/a
62	CORA Physical Therapy careers.coraphysicaltherapy.com Providing outpatient physical rehabilitation services with transparent communication and ethical practices to ensure excellent care for patients and employees	Hospitals and Health Care	🇺🇸 Lima	1,151	1998
63	Mc Donalds Restaurants 4850 A retail company in Perrysburg, Ohio, United States that operates a chain of McDonalds Restaurants	Retail	🇺🇸 Perrysburg	1,148	n/a
64	Cincinnati Reds reds.com A professional baseball team fostering a championship culture on and off the field through exceptional customer service, community involvement, and preservation of history	Spectator Sports	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	1,082	1869
65	Cedar Point Amusement Park sixflags.com An iconic amusement park in Ohio with 70 rides, 18 roller coasters, waterpark, live shows, beach, accommodations, and family-friendly events for over 150 years	Entertainment Providers	🇺🇸 Sandusky	1,068	1870
66	Cameron Mitchell Restaurants cameronmitchell.com Cameron Mitchell Restaurants operates 48 diverse restaurants, premier event catering, and a luxury boutique hotel in multiple locations across the US	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	1,033	1993
67	Wright-Patt Credit Union wpcu.coop This company is a member-owned credit union offering a range of financial services and products through a registered broker-dealer	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Beavercreek	1,024	1932
68	CPR Cell Phone Repair cellphonerepair.com A leading mobile repair franchise with over 500 locations worldwide, specializing in fast and affordable repairs for smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices	Retail	🇺🇸 Independence	1,023	1996
69	BrightView brightviewhealth.com Outpatient addiction medicine practice offering medication-assisted treatment, psychological, and social services to bring life-changing recovery to communities with values of Respect, Inspiration, Service, and Excellence	Medical Practices	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	989	2015
70	Tire Discounters, Inc.tirediscounters.com A leading independent tire retailer providing unique customer benefits and automotive services with over 190 locations across several states	Vehicle Repair and Maintenance	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	968	1976
71	Advanced Auto Parts Store A retail store located in Eastlake Ohio that specializes in automotive parts and accessories	Retail	🇺🇸 Vine Street	963	1986
72	The Little Clinic krogerfamilycareers.com Retail healthcare company offering high quality, affordable care by board-certified practitioners for minor illnesses without the need for appointments, open 7 days a week	Health and Human Services	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	943	2005
73	FirstMerit Bank huntington.com A banking institution that was previously FirstMerit Bank but has now transitioned to Huntington National Bank, providing news and updates	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Akron	937	1845
74	Check `n Go checkngo.com A financial services company offering simple, safe, and nonjudgmental solutions to help customers manage their personal finances quickly and conveniently	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	918	1994
75	Roosters \| We Be Wings Franchise roosterswings.com A franchise operating 11 Roosters locations throughout Ohio, specializing in serving wings	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Chillicothe	899	2006
76	Goodwill Columbus goodwillcolumbus.org Nonprofit organization providing pathways to independence and employment for individuals with disabilities and barriers through various programs and services	Non-profit Organizations	🇺🇸 Columbus	897	1939
77	Gold Star goldstarchili.com An established restaurant chain serving Cincinnati-style Chili and a variety of other delicious menu items, with locations in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	895	1965
78	Summit Racing Equipment summitracing.com Offering a vast selection of parts for vehicles, as well as tools and garage gear, with a focus on excellent customer service	Retail	🇺🇸 Tallmadge	884	1968
79	Handel's Homemade Ice Cream handelsicecream.com A food & beverage company located in Youngstown, Ohio that specializes in producing ice cream	Food and Beverage Retail	🇺🇸 Canfield	883	1945
80	Nations Lending nationslending.com Nations Lending is dedicated to providing personalized mortgage solutions, specializing in FHA and VA loans, while also supporting employee growth and community giving	Financial Services	🇺🇸 Independence	866	2003
81	Jeff Wyler Automotive Family wyler.com A leading privately-held automotive dealership group with over 23 locations in the US, offering new and used car sales with over 2,500 employees	Motor Vehicle Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Batavia	811	1973
82	Wings and Rings ownwingsandrings.com A sports-themed restaurant franchise established in 1984, known for high-quality wings, homemade sauces, customizable heat profiles, and a diverse menu for families	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Loveland	801	1984
83	Cleveland Browns clevelandbrowns.com Professional American football team with a rich history, multiple championships, and a passionate global fan base since 1946.	Spectator Sports	🇺🇸 Berea	795	1946
84	Ohio Cat ohiocat.com This company is the authorized dealer for Cat® equipment and engines in Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana, providing equipment, parts, service, and support	Machinery Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Broadview Heights	795	1945
85	Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams jenis.com An innovative ice cream company founded by Jeni Britton Bauer in 2002, known for using whole ingredients and unique flavors	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Columbus	787	2002
86	Tide Cleaners tidecleaners.com A laundry service offering traditional dry-cleaning at store locations, 24/7 pick-up lockers, and subscription-based laundry service for college students nationwide	Consumer Services	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	763	n/a
87	Phantom Fireworks fireworks.com A leading consumer fireworks company with over 30 years of experience, offering quality products, safety compliance, and national distribution	Retail	🇺🇸 Youngstown	761	n/a
88	Cleveland Metroparks clevelandmetroparks.com A nationally recognized park system in Northeast Ohio with over 24,000 acres, 18 reservations, trails, golf courses, lakefront parks, dining, retail, and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo	Government Administration	🇺🇸 Cleveland	752	1917
89	Union Savings Bank usavingsbank.com A leading mortgage lender focused on affordable home financing, providing personal attention, low-cost loans, and timely approvals to help customers achieve their dream homes	Banking	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	743	1904
90	MobilityWorks mobilityworks.com A leading provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles, vans, and SUVs, offering a large inventory, personalized solutions, and commercial sales to various markets	Motor Vehicle Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Richfield	735	1997
91	RiteRug Flooring riterug.com A major flooring retailer and supplier offering a wide range of flooring options at competitive prices, specializing in sales and installation for various clients	Retail	🇺🇸 Whitehall	721	1934
92	City Barbeque citybbq.com A popular barbeque restaurant chain founded by Rick Malir, known for slow-smoked meats, homemade sides, award-winning catering, and community involvement	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Dublin	705	1999
93	Condado Tacos condadotacos.com A chain of casual hangout spots offering build-your-own tacos, unique queso and guacamole creations, margaritas, and fresh, high-quality ingredients made from scratch daily	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	687	2014
94	Hospice of the Western Reserve hospicewr.org Provider of hospice and palliative care services, along with bereavement support, throughout Northern Ohio regardless of ability to pay	Hospitals and Health Care	🇺🇸 Cleveland	679	1978
95	Third Federal thirdfederal.com A company committed to love, trust, respect, and excellence, helping people achieve homeownership and financial security while creating value for communities and stockholders	Banking	🇺🇸 Cleveland	667	1938
96	Petland, Inc. (USA)petland.com An award-winning franchise with over 240 pet centers worldwide, offering a variety of pets while promoting community service and providing state-of-the-art animal care	Retail	🇺🇸 Chillicothe	645	1967
97	Graeter's Ice Cream graeters.com This company produces handcrafted ice cream and sorbet using artisanal methods dating back over a century, with retail stores across the country	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	639	1870
98	Englefield Oil Company englefieldoil.com Established in 1961, we provide automotive, commercial, and industrial fuel and lubricant products through a network of convenience stores and service vehicles in Ohio	Consumer Services	🇺🇸 Heath	625	1961
99	Applied Fluid Power appliedfluidpower.com The company specializes in developing and delivering fluid power solutions to optimize operations and maximize machine performance for efficient industry operations	Automation Machinery Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Cleveland	594	n/a
100	Famous Supply famous-supply.com A family-owned wholesale distributor offering HVAC, plumbing, industrial, and building products with exceptional service, customer training, and regional operations	Wholesale	🇺🇸 Akron	580	1933

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