Economic Development

With a long history of fostering business across industries, Ohio is seeing a record-breaking renaissance.

The right location plays a crucial role in moving cargo through combined transportation methods.

An outstanding workforce, welcoming business climate, exceptional quality of life and unprecedented financial resources are drawing aviation industry leaders to Northwest Florida.

Throughout 2022, the Tar Heel State steadily attracted and retained business investment with its regional approach and world-class resources.

Utilities help keep economies growing: These Top Utilities of 2023 provide energy and play a vital role in the site selection process.

Business Facilities' January / February 2023 issue features North Carolina, our 2022 State of the Year, along with winners of our Deal of the Year Awards. Plus, Top Utilities and more.

Since it was launched in 2020, the Manufacturing Readiness Grants program has granted a total of 384 awards totaling $39 million to companies in 69 counties. 

The custom food manufacturer plans to invest $205 million in Bradley County, as well as create 840 new jobs by 2030.

Dubbed "DC’s Comeback Plan," Washington, DC’s new economic development plan is already helping one technology company grow in the district.

Sage Policy Group Chairman & CEO Anirban Basu will be the Keynote Speaker at the 2023 Business Facilities LiveXchange event.

Here are five key business trends that are top of mind as we begin 2023, courtesy of the team of advisors at Resonance.

To meet growing demand, this leading beverage manufacturer will build a 500,000 square foot production facility in Hammond, LA.

In-N-Out Burger plans to open its first Tennessee restaurants by 2026. The company will invest $125.5 million and create more than 275 new jobs at its Williamson County office.

Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind plans to create more than 200 jobs in Salem County, while Bluevine’s new headquarters will create an additional 200 in Jersey City.

New JA Solar manufacturing facility in Phoenix, AZ represents a $60 million investment and will create more than 600 jobs.

First-of-its-kind theme park targets families with young children, will feature immersive themed areas, attractions and entertainment that celebrate Universal stories and characters.

Stuart McWhorter, Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development, explains how an efficient economic growth strategy propels job creation and education in the Volunteer State.

New funding will accelerate regional economic development, promote national security, aid disaster recovery, and support distressed communities nationwide.

North Carolina is named Business Facilities’ 2022 State of the Year, the second time the state has been recognized for this top honor.

Lee Lawson, President & CEO, Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance, shares why this coastal Alabama county is the seventh fastest-growing area in the nation.