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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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®
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Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2019)
Richmond’s emerging financial technology market is challenging traditional districts, with its advanced telecommunications infrastructure, educated workers with high-tech skills, streamlined regulations, and low taxes.More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2019)
Apprenticeships are powerful economic development tools, with long-term commitment and collaboration among key players including chambers of commerce, economic development groups, business and industry leaders, public schools and community colleges. More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2019)
By working with a utility early in the location decision process, a company can make sure it chooses the best site to reliably and cost effectively satisfy its energy needs. More
Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2019)
A sound business climate — matched by an excellent quality of life — has attracted a range of high-tech and other businesses to the Greater Portland area.More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2019)
As a global business hub with a diverse and talented workforce, Miami-Dade County continues to draw innovative companies, further enhancing a robust business climate.More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2018)
Companies are moving their mid-level professional jobs to less expensive locations that still provide a talented workforce pipeline and an attractive quality of life.More
The Italian Trade Agency’s Innovation Days events further strengthen U.S.-Italy advanced manufacturing ties by inspiring partnerships among academic and industry innovators.More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2018)
As the “Fintech” industry’s need for employees with advanced IT and cybersecurity skills grows, locations that can provide such a workforce are becoming hotbeds for the industry.More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2018)
Although Orlando already has a labor pool possessing STEM skills, it continues to build that resource through a collaboration between its educational institutions, the tech community, and government.More
Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2018)
From offering free postsecondary education to partnering with employers on workforce training programs to identifying skills gaps, Tennessee is tackling the challenge of fulfilling industry’s short- and long-term labor force needs.More
Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2018)
Mississippi’s Shovel Award accomplishments reflect a commitment by businesses, their workforces, and the economic development community to work together. More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2018)
The success of Orlando’s theme park industry and cross-disciplinary technology innovation have led to the region becoming a leading destination for high-tech companies. More
Upgrades provided by Marshall County REMC's energy efficiency program, as well as tax abatements, helped Homestead Dairy to keep its energy costs down, thereby helping this family-owned business to secure its future.More
Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2018)
An educated labor pool, top-notch international airport, and a unified community of governmental and business leaders facilitated the selection of Orlando by several high-profile professional consulting firms.More
Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2018)
Realizing the need to stimulate growth in rural areas, state legislators, educators, and other stakeholders came together to pass legislation, certify sites, and increase broadband access among other measures aimed at attracting business and tourism.More