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By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Jun/Jul 08)
Calling fiscal year 2007 “a significant year,” Ken Stewart, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, says that 281 projects were announced, both domestically and internationally, many from entrepreneurs and small businesses. “Our economy is projected to grow at 2.4 percent, which is higher than the national average,” he says.
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By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Oct/Nov 07)
Despite recent challenges, automakers and suppliers continue to exhibit confidence in the United States and Canada by announcing new projects and expansions and employing thousands of skilled workers.
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By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Aug 07)
The Southern states are thriving, thanks to entrepreneurs with innovative high-tech ideas, strong public and private investment, and enthusiastic support from state and local governments.
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By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Jun/Jul 07)
“Our focus is on the industries that provide some economic sustainability to our state; sectors that are strong now and have the capability to use our natural resources and our work force to increase that strength.”
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By Mark Crawford (Jun/Jul 07)
Area Development’s annual Gold and Silver Shovel awards honor states that have generated top job-creation and investment projects across the nation. These states are highly active in business development, from conducting foreign trade missions to crafting innovative incentive packages and work-force development programs — all of which attract new companies, stimulate investment, create jobs, and strengthen tax bases.
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