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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

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The Global Epicenter of Mobility

Detroit Regional Partnership (Q1 2023)

In the Detroit Region, the mobility revolution keeps rolling — and it’s cutting-edge. More

Kentucky’s Business Climate Brings Record Investments

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2023)

The state’s site development and workforce programs are among the assets attracting companies to Kentucky. More

Tennessee Is a Leader for Electric Vehicle Production in the U.S.

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2023)

Since 2013, Tennessee’s thriving EV industry continues to make headlines with announcements of multimillion-dollar investments by EV manufacturers and suppliers. More

Eight Public/Private Partnerships Strengthening Michigan’s Talent Pool

Michigan Economic Development Corporation (Q4 2022)

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation works with the state’s universities and local organizations to ensure businesses have access to the advanced talent they need to grow and succeed. More

NYC Economy Going Strong

NYCEDC (Q4 2022)

A new report on New York City’s economy shows that the city still lives up to its long-standing reputation as the global business capital. More

Only the Best Is Good Enough: The LEGO Group Chooses Virginia for U.S. Manufacturing Facility

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q4 2022)

The Chesterfield County plant will help the global toy icon fulfill customer demand in the Americas without increasing its carbon footprint. More

The Power of Location

City of St Albert (Location Canada 2022)

As companies seek to find a location that will achieve the right mix of size, price, accessibility, and time to market, having an optimal logistics location is paramount to cultivating a corporate competitive advantage. Highway access, proximity to all modes of transportation networks, and a qualified work force are also factors that can affect location decisions. More

Future Forward

The Miami-Dade Beacon Council (Q3 2022)

Diverse and determined, Miami’s tech ecosystem has transformed it from the Magic City to Innovation City. More

Mississippi’s Shovel-Ready Sites Are Open for Business

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2022)

Shovel-ready sites give companies a jump-start in getting their operations up and running, while helping communities quickly create jobs. More

Offshore Wind Is Coming to New York City

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development and NYCEDC (Q2 2022)

Wind turbines do not ordinarily come to mind with thoughts of New York City, but if current plans go forward, that will change dramatically in the near future. More

Leading the Charge

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q2 2022)

Kentucky has positioned itself at the forefront of the EV and battery industry. More

Tennessee’s Economy Incredibly Resilient

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2022)

Despite COVID-19 challenges, the state scored a record-breaking year in 2021. More

Northeast Indiana: Building a Healthy Business Future

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2022)

With a reputation as the “orthopedic capital of the world” and a focus on improved medicine through advanced materials, Northeast Indiana continues to build on its successes. More

An Electric Future Drives Kentucky’s Automotive Growth

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q1 2022)

Kentucky made major strides in 2021 to support EV projects. More

Richmond’s Evolving DEI Culture Is a Key Metric in Site Selection

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2021)

Companies want to know if a community will be welcoming and inclusive of their employees, and initiatives being undertaken in Greater Richmond will help to meet this goal. More

Tennessee: A Growing Capital of Electric Vehicle Production

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2021)

The state of Tennessee is committed to providing the pro-business environment and skilled labor necessary for the transition of the U.S. auto sector to electric vehicle production. More

Greater Richmond Area Provides Flexible Office-Space Solutions

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2021)

With its lower operating costs, well-educated workforce, and pro-business environment, Greater Richmond is adding to its roster of companies. More

Tennessee Sees a Surge in Headquarters, Tech, and Finance Facilities

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2021)

With a critical mass of qualified workers, as well as a friendly business environment, the state of Tennessee is drawing new and expanding firms. More

Tech Talent Finding a Home in Kentucky

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q3 2021)

Those looking to develop a career in technology are being drawn to Kentucky’s innovation ecosystem, with its support for entrepreneurs, as well as the state’s affordable cost of living and enviable quality of life. More

Michigan Invests in Its Talent Ecosystem

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2021)

The state is doubling down on its efforts to meet current workforce demands while building a pipeline of talent with the in-demand skills for a new generation of jobs. More

Speed to Market Is Key in Landing High-Impact Projects as Economic Recovery Ramps Up

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q2 2021)

Locational advantages, a business-friendly environment, and Build-Ready sites position Kentucky for continued growth. More

Innovation Lives at National Landing

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q2 2021)

New Amazonians are onboarding. Construction milestones are being met. From timelines to pipelines, Amazon’s mammoth HQ2 undertaking is on time and full speed ahead. More

Advanced Manufacturing Key to Richmond’s Continued Economic Growth

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2021)

With its central East Coast location, modern infrastructure, affordable costs, talented work force, and pro-business support, the Greater Richmond area is attracting its share of companies in a diverse array of advanced manufacturing industries. More

COVID-19 Highlights Distribution and Logistics Sector’s Importance

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q1 2021)

Industry helps the nation battle the pandemic while positioning Kentucky for future growth. More

Electrifying the Economy: Tennessee’s Big Push into Electric Vehicles

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2020)

Automakers are investing major sums into Volunteer State facilities to turn out new and exciting electric vehicles, as well as major components that make them go. More

Food & Beverage Growth Positions Kentucky for Future Success

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q4 2020)

Kentucky’s food and beverage industry, as well as its evolving agritech sector, are continuing to grow, positioning the state as a leader in the field. More

Innovating During COVID-19: New Jersey’s Next Era in Life Sciences

Choose New Jersey (Q3 2020)

Following 150 years of global leadership in life sciences, cell and gene therapy (CGT) is rapidly accelerating within the New Jersey ecosystem. More

Tennessee Industry Steps Up to Fight Covid-19

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (Q2 2020)

Tennessee’s businesses, researchers, and others have developed solutions and repurposed operations in response to the pandemic, and their efforts will serve as the foundation to the state’s rebound. More

Kentucky Uniquely Positioned to Prosper Post-Pandemic

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q2 2020)

Kentucky's strength in manufacturing and logistical advantages are helping the state to not only recover from the pandemic crisis, but also further expand its economy. More

Northwest B.C. Industrial Park — A Gateway to North America and Asia

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2020)

Skeena Industrial Development Park connects Canada, China, and the North-Central U.S. More

The Wabash Valley Power Alliance: Helping Businesses Grow

Lisa A. Bastian (Q1 2020)

By offering affordable, reliable power and working with its community partners, this alliance of electric cooperatives is drawing businesses to its Midwest service territory. More

Edmonton’s Expanding Role in the Global Economy

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2020)

With a strong mix of resource industries and emerging high tech, the Edmonton metropolitan region is one of the fastest-growing regions in Canada. More

The Quality of Bluegrass

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (Q1 2020)

When company decision-makers consider a location’s quality of life, affordability, quality education and healthcare, as well as outstanding recreational and cultural opportunities are among the factors pointing them to Kentucky. More

Research, Engineering, and Design: The Talent Cluster in a Talent-Focused World

Barry Matherly, CEO and President, Detroit Regional Partnership and Gabe Rodriguez-Garriga, Senior Vice President, Strategy and Partnerships, Detroit Regional Partnership (Q1 2020)

Economic development organizations that identify their “talent clusters” can help companies to find the skilled labor they require. More

Greater Memphis Plans to Build Upon Its Success

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2020)

Known for its logistics, Memphis is also a growing center for healthcare and technology. More

Regional Report: Talented Workforce Makes Virginia a Top Business Location

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2019)

Despite its already having a highly educated workforce and pro-business policies, Virginia continues to expand on workforce training and incentive initiatives to further enhance its business climate. More

Houston: Young, Diverse and Innovative

Greater Houston Partnership (Q4 2019)

Susan Davenport, Senior Vice President of Economic Development at the Greater Houston Partnership, discusses how Houston’s economy has changed and grown over the last decade, drawing people and businesses from around the world. More

The Future of Manufacturing in America

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q4 2019)

Executives from major manufacturers offer their perspectives on how these trends will impact the future of manufacturing in Virginia and beyond. More

Dupont: The Decentralization of Manufacturing

Daryl Roberts, Senior Vice President and Chief Operations & Engineering Officer, DuPont (Q4 2019)

DuPont has operated its Spruance plant in Chesterfield County since 1929. For over six decades, Spruance has been a key site in the development of new fibers and resins, continuing to adapt to DuPont’s changing needs. Materials produced at the site include DuPont™ Tyvek®, Nomex®, Kevlar®, and Zytel® More

Tennessee Keeps Attracting Headquarters Operations

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2019)

With 18 Fortune 1000 company headquarters located in Tennessee, the number of headquarters jobs is surging. More

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