CSA Group Selects Valor Acres for New U.S. Head Office

CSA Group, a leading global organization dedicated to safety, social good, and sustainability, announced today that it will establish a new U.S. Head Office at Valor Acres – a transformative mixed-use destination in Brecksville, Ohio, being developed by DiGeronimo Development.

The new CSA Group facility will span over 290,000 square feet and include both testing laboratories and offices, designed to address the evolving needs of its global manufacturing customers and collaborative workplace culture.

“This project represents an exciting next chapter for CSA Group in Northeast Ohio,” says Rich Weiser, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, CSA Group. “Building our new facility within the Valor Acres development will support our team and allow us to expand our capabilities and capacity as we continue to grow in the region. We’re proud to invest in a facility and community that reflects our commitment to innovation, safety and sustainability that will serve our employees, customers and the community for years to come.”

CSA Group operates globally providing testing, inspection, and certification services across a broad range of industries, including household appliances, consumer and commercial products, energy storage systems/batteries, and industrial and hazardous location equipment. CSA Group is also a leader in facilitating the development of North American standards.

Located on the historic former Brecksville Veterans Administration Hospital campus, Valor Acres is being reimagined as a vibrant, walkable district blending office, hospitality, residential, retail, dining, and public green space. Developed by DiGeronimo Development, the project emphasizes thoughtful placemaking and community connection, transforming the site into a regional destination that supports business growth and quality of life.

“CSA Group is an exceptional addition to Valor Acres and a powerful affirmation of our long-term vision for this development,” said Vic DiGeronimo, CEO, DiGeronimo Companies. “We are proud to welcome their team and look forward to partnering to deliver a campus that supports their mission while contributing to a destination where innovation, community, and opportunity intersect.”

Construction of the CSA Group campus will be delivered by Independence Construction (IC) as construction manager, with Independence Excavating (IX) performing sitework and enabling operations. Both companies are part of the DiGeronimo Companies family of businesses, bringing decades of regional experience and a deep understanding of complex, high-performance developments.

CSA Group currently operates two locations in Independence, Ohio – The Distributed Energy Resource (DER) building commissioned in 2022, which will remain in place to serve customers, and a mixed-use building dating back to 1969. The new state-of-the-art facility planned for Valor Acres, Brecksville will replace this older facility, expanding capability with more advanced testing equipment, while providing a modern workplace for employees. Enabling work on the project is expected to begin in March 2026, with substantial completion anticipated in early 2028.

About CSA Group:

CSA Group is a global organization dedicated to safety, social good, and sustainability. We are a leader in Standards Development and in Testing, Inspection and Certification around the world including Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Our mandate is to hold the future to a higher standard. For more information about CSA Group, visit www.csagroup.org.

For more information, please contact:

Kim Gibson

CSA Group Communications

About Valor Acres:

Valor Acres is a mixed-use development in Brecksville, Ohio, designed to bring together innovation, business, hospitality, and community in a walkable campus environment. For more information about Valor Acres, visit www.valoracres.com.

About DiGeronimo Companies:

DiGeronimo Companies delivers a seamless, single-source solution from concept to completion by integrating development, demolition, site work, construction, capital, and operations under one trusted partner. By combining over 70 years of experience with a fully integrated model, we simplify complex projects, drive efficiency, and maximize value at every stage.

For more information, visit www.digeronimocompanies.com.