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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

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Laying the Groundwork for Success: Kentucky’s Speed-to-Market Initiatives Are Fueling Future Economic Growth

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q1 2026)

Kentucky’s Product Development Initiative is translating preparation into performance. More
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Beyond Shovel-Ready

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2026)

How Michigan’s Site Readiness Strategy is De-Risking Investment. More
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Speed to Site: How Ohio Is Removing Barriers to Major Investments

JobsOhio (Q1 2026)

JobsOhio’s SiteOhio program is designed to give companies certainty on timelines, infrastructure, and due diligence before a project even begins. More

Tennessee’s Aerospace & Defense Sector Is Scaling with Precision

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (Q1 2026)

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. More

Potential Energy: Why Power Availability is Driving Site Selection

Georgia Power Economic Development (Q1 2026)

In today’s economic development landscape, power availability is no longer an item on a checklist — it's often the entire list. More
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Oklahoma’s Competitive Edge: Low Cost, High Performance

Oklahoma Department of Commerce (Q1 2026)

A central U.S. location delivering cost stability, logistics reach and industry-focused workforce development. More
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An Innovative, Delicious Solution to an Invasive Threat

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q1 2026)

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. More
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Montgomery County, Maryland: A Global Hub for Growth and Innovation

Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (Q1 2026)

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. More
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Plugging into Kansas: Power, Policies and People Will Propel Data Centers

Kansas Department of Commerce  (Q1 2026)

New nuclear innovation, forward-looking energy policy and workforce alignment position Kansas as a scalable partner for next-generation data center investment. More

How Georgia Power’s Proprietary Tools and Data Analytics Are Reshaping Site Selection in Georgia

Georgia Power Economic Development (Q1 2026)

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. More
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Life Sciences Successes Validate Virginia’s Partnership-Focused Economic Development Model

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q1 2026)

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. More
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Strategy Driven Location Decisions

Tommy Hyde, Chief of Staff, AdvanceCT (Q4 2025)

How aligning operations with regional strengths drives better long-term performance than cost-focused site selection. More
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Montgomery County, Maryland: A Launchpad for Innovation and Development

Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (Q4 2025)

A top-tier workforce and major developments position the county as a leading destination for modern industry. More

Orlando International Airport: A Gateway for Growth

Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (Q3 2025)

As global supply chains grow more complex, Orlando International Airport demonstrates how proactive governance and land availability can enable agile, scalable business expansion. More
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Anduril Industries to Build Historic Arsenal-1 Defense Manufacturing Hub in Ohio

JobsOhio (Q2 2025)

The state cements its role in defense innovation with a transformative investment in autonomous weapons manufacturing. More
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Michigan Resilience: Global Infrastructure and Smart Investments Power Future Supply Chains

Michigan Economic Development Corporation (Q2 2025)

Michigan upgrades ports, invests in tech, and links talent to global trade for smarter, resilient supply chains. More
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Wisconsin: A Launchpad for Innovation and Industry

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (Q2 2025)

From AI and fusion to biomanufacturing, Wisconsin’s tech economy is attracting global and local bets. More
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How Virginia Minimizes Risk for New Facilities

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q2 2025)

How shovel-ready sites and talent programs are helping Virginia win major manufacturing projects. More
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All Roads Lead to Kansas: Logistics and Distribution Thrive at the Center

Kansas Department of Commerce  (Q2 2025)

Location, logistics parks, and workforce are a dominant force in this state’s distribution strategy. More
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Assessing Risk Assessment

John Bourdeaux, President & CEO, AdvanceCT (Q2 2025)

Companies are looking beyond cost and factoring in culture, politics, and community fit for resilience. More
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Kansas Helping Transition Service Members, Families into New Careers

Kansas Department of Commerce  (Q1 2025)

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. More
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Tennessee’s Bold Investment in Nuclear Innovation and Workforce

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2025)

Strengthening its nuclear ecosystem with major investments in workforce training, advanced research, and industry growth. More
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Ohio’s Dynamic Approach to Economic Development Empowers Inclusive Prosperity

JobsOhio (Q1 2025)

Ohio’s big cities and small towns thrive with a mix of economic development initiatives that drive momentum. More

Kentucky’s Investment in Quality Sites is an Investment in its Future

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q4 2024)

We prioritize development-ready sites to attract businesses and jobs. More

How Virginia Develops Sites and Mitigates Risk

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q4 2024)

Prepared sites are key to Virginia’s business and economic success. More

An American Railroad Town’s Manufacturing Renaissance

Roanoke Regional Partnership (Q4 2024)

How a hidden gem in Virginia’s Blue Ridge mountains created a blueprint for community-driven economic growth. More

Middlesex County Attracts High-Technology Investments

Middlesex County, NJ (Q3 2024)

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. More

Virginia Talent Accelerator Program Serves Up Workforce Training for Tyson Foods

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q3 2024)

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. More

Tennessee: The Emerging Hub for Healthcare Excellence

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (Q3 2024)

A big move by Oracle has others taking notice, too. More

EDA Designates Two Tech Hubs in Illinois

Intersect Illinois (Q2 2024)

Program spurs technology development, innovation, and economic growth within dynamic quantum and biomanufacturing industries. More

Expanding at the Speed of Trust

JobsOhio (Q2 2024)

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. More

Built for Bio: Montgomery County, Maryland

Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (Q2 2024)

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. More

Cold Storage Industry Heats Up in Virginia

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q2 2024)

Virginia provides its more than 200 food and beverage processing companies with ample cold storage options. More

Life Sciences Are Flourishing Throughout Kansas

Kansas Department of Commerce  (Q2 2024)

With its strong educational and workforce development programs, Kansas continues to draw life sciences companies. More

Kinetic Energy Attracting Investments Throughout Kansas

Kansas Department of Commerce  (Q2 2024)

Kansas has earned its global reputation as a force in the renewable energy industry. More

Business Momentum Continues to Soar in Mississippi

Mississippi Development Authority (Q2 2024)

Mississippi scores AWS and EV battery joint venture, highlighting its pro-business environment and abundant advantages. More

Industrial Space Continues Boon for Greater Richmond

Greater Richmond Partnership (Q2 2024)

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. More

Tennessee Tops for FDI from Korea

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (Q1 2024)

South Korea’s longstanding relationship with Tennessee is based on honesty, trust, and following through. More

Manufacturing, Life Sciences Fueling Northern Kentucky’s Growth

BE NKY Growth Partnership  (Q1 2024)

Diverse industries are supporting manufacturing and employment growth in the “peak” of Kentucky. More

Virginia Looks to Renewables to Meet Long-Term Energy Needs

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q1 2024)

The best way to conceptualize Virginia’s energy ambitions is to look to its past supporting one of the most power-intensive industries in existence. More

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