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The Partnerships Driving Virginia’s Biopharma Success
Virginia is pairing industry investment, academic partnerships and workforce development to build a resilient biopharmaceutical manufacturing ecosystem.
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Laying the Groundwork for Success: Kentucky’s Speed-to-Market Initiatives Are Fueling Future Economic Growth
Kentucky’s Product Development Initiative is translating preparation into performance.
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Beyond Shovel-Ready
How Michigan’s Site Readiness Strategy is De-Risking Investment.
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Speed to Site: How Ohio Is Removing Barriers to Major Investments
JobsOhio’s SiteOhio program is designed to give companies certainty on timelines, infrastructure, and due diligence before a project even begins.
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Tennessee’s Aerospace & Defense Sector Is Scaling with Precision
From advanced testing infrastructure at Arnold Air Force Base to new manufacturing expansions in Morristown and Murfreesboro, Tennessee is aligning workforce, research and site readiness to support the next generation of aerospace and defense investment.
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Potential Energy: Why Power Availability is Driving Site Selection
In today’s economic development landscape, power availability is no longer an item on a checklist — it's often the entire list.
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Oklahoma’s Competitive Edge: Low Cost, High Performance
A central U.S. location delivering cost stability, logistics reach and industry-focused workforce development.
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An Innovative, Delicious Solution to an Invasive Threat
Virginia is transforming an invasive blue catfish population into an economic development opportunity, supporting seafood processing, rural job growth and environmental restoration along the Chesapeake Bay.
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Montgomery County, Maryland: A Global Hub for Growth and Innovation
Just outside Washington, D.C., Montgomery County pairs one of the nation’s most educated workforces with federal research assets, transit-connected development, and a deep life sciences cluster poised for its next phase of expansion.
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Plugging into Kansas: Power, Policies and People Will Propel Data Centers
New nuclear innovation, forward-looking energy policy and workforce alignment position Kansas as a scalable partner for next-generation data center investment.
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How Georgia Power’s Proprietary Tools and Data Analytics Are Reshaping Site Selection in Georgia
In today’s fast-moving business environment, site decisions increasingly hinge on the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights. Companies demand sites that can quickly meet operational, workforce, and infrastructure needs.
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Life Sciences Successes Validate Virginia’s Partnership-Focused Economic Development Model
Virginia’s life sciences surge in 2025 reflected years of coordinated workforce, education, and site readiness, attracting major investments from Lilly, AstraZeneca, and Merck through fast permitting and partnership-driven economic development.
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Strategy Driven Location Decisions
How aligning operations with regional strengths drives better long-term performance than cost-focused site selection.
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Montgomery County, Maryland: A Launchpad for Innovation and Development
A top-tier workforce and major developments position the county as a leading destination for modern industry.
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Orlando International Airport: A Gateway for Growth
As global supply chains grow more complex, Orlando International Airport demonstrates how proactive governance and land availability can enable agile, scalable business expansion.
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Anduril Industries to Build Historic Arsenal-1 Defense Manufacturing Hub in Ohio
The state cements its role in defense innovation with a transformative investment in autonomous weapons manufacturing.
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Michigan Resilience: Global Infrastructure and Smart Investments Power Future Supply Chains
Michigan upgrades ports, invests in tech, and links talent to global trade for smarter, resilient supply chains.
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Wisconsin: A Launchpad for Innovation and Industry
From AI and fusion to biomanufacturing, Wisconsin’s tech economy is attracting global and local bets.
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How Virginia Minimizes Risk for New Facilities
How shovel-ready sites and talent programs are helping Virginia win major manufacturing projects.
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All Roads Lead to Kansas: Logistics and Distribution Thrive at the Center
Location, logistics parks, and workforce are a dominant force in this state’s distribution strategy.
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Assessing Risk Assessment
Companies are looking beyond cost and factoring in culture, politics, and community fit for resilience.
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Kansas Helping Transition Service Members, Families into New Careers
With innovative programs such as SkillBridge — and dedicated workforce development professionals at KANSASWORKS — Kansas is a strong player in assisting and placing veterans and their families into promising careers.
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Tennessee’s Bold Investment in Nuclear Innovation and Workforce
Strengthening its nuclear ecosystem with major investments in workforce training, advanced research, and industry growth.
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Ohio’s Dynamic Approach to Economic Development Empowers Inclusive Prosperity
Ohio’s big cities and small towns thrive with a mix of economic development initiatives that drive momentum.
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Kentucky’s Investment in Quality Sites is an Investment in its Future
We prioritize development-ready sites to attract businesses and jobs.
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How Virginia Develops Sites and Mitigates Risk
Prepared sites are key to Virginia’s business and economic success.
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An American Railroad Town’s Manufacturing Renaissance
How a hidden gem in Virginia’s Blue Ridge mountains created a blueprint for community-driven economic growth.
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Middlesex County Attracts High-Technology Investments
With robust infrastructure, cutting edge technology, a skilled workforce, a pro-business climate, and comprehensive supply chain support, Middlesex County nurtures a thriving business community.
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Virginia Talent Accelerator Program Serves Up Workforce Training for Tyson Foods
A $93 million investment in workforce training through the Virginia Talent Accelerator Program and Danville Community College sealed the deal for Tyson Foods' new plant, driving economic growth and job creation in Southern Virginia.
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Tennessee: The Emerging Hub for Healthcare Excellence
A big move by Oracle has others taking notice, too.
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EDA Designates Two Tech Hubs in Illinois
Program spurs technology development, innovation, and economic growth within dynamic quantum and biomanufacturing industries.
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Expanding at the Speed of Trust
With its supportive economic development policies, strong infrastructure, talented workforce, and commitment to sustainability, Ohio has become a hub for next-generation biotechnology as well as EVs and other advanced manufacturing.
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Built for Bio: Montgomery County, Maryland
Its robust network of universities and large presence of federal agencies, including the NIH and FDA, have made Montgomery County a prime location for life science firms.
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Cold Storage Industry Heats Up in Virginia
Virginia provides its more than 200 food and beverage processing companies with ample cold storage options.
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Life Sciences Are Flourishing Throughout Kansas
With its strong educational and workforce development programs, Kansas continues to draw life sciences companies.
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Kinetic Energy Attracting Investments Throughout Kansas
Kansas has earned its global reputation as a force in the renewable energy industry.
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Business Momentum Continues to Soar in Mississippi
Mississippi scores AWS and EV battery joint venture, highlighting its pro-business environment and abundant advantages.
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Industrial Space Continues Boon for Greater Richmond
The region’s advantages — including available industrial real estate, low electric rates, and a strategic location — are drawing manufacturing, distribution, and data center operations to Greater Richmond.
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Tennessee Tops for FDI from Korea
South Korea’s longstanding relationship with Tennessee is based on honesty, trust, and following through.
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Manufacturing, Life Sciences Fueling Northern Kentucky’s Growth
Diverse industries are supporting manufacturing and employment growth in the “peak” of Kentucky.
