Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local & metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life & community development.
Economic Development
Mercedes-Benz, Niagara Bottling Growing Jobs, Investment In Alabama
Mercedes-Benz celebrates the opening of its new Woodstock, AL EV battery factory, while Niagara Bottling plans a new $112 million investment in Opelika.
Business Report: Louisiana Fights Back
As Covid hopefully recedes, Pelican State leaders are hopeful that 2022 will be a good year for Louisiana economic development.
IRCAD Plans To Establish North American HQ In North Carolina
The French surgical training institute will establish its U.S. headquarters at Charlotte’s new innovation district, dubbed “The Pearl.”
The Eyes Of Texas
Texas remains at the front of the pack in terms of economic development. And, interest in the Lone Star State from companies that need to relocate or expand might just be starting to heat up even more.
Ultra Clean Expansion To Create 100 Jobs In Ireland
To support the global semiconductor industry, Ultra Clean Holdings Inc. will establish an Advanced Technology Cleaning Centre in Cavan, Ireland.
Kansas: Smack In The Middle
Kansas, the Sunflower State wants to use a number of assets, including geographic location, to entice more companies to try it out.
Staying Focused
Bad economic and geo-political news can slow down economic development. But, this pause might not be for long.
Greenhouse Facilities, Real Estate Firms Expand In Alabama
Bonnie Plants unveiled its expanded greenhouse facilities in Bullock County; Real estate firms plan $1 million Alabama headquarters.
Florida Is Shining Bright
Changing lifestyle choices are helping Florida gain an edge against other states in the battle for awareness among corporation executives.
Emerson Expands In Round Rock, CyberLandr Moves To Austin
Emerson will invest $9 million, create at least 50 new jobs; CyberLandr’s new R&D facility will support prototype development of RV/camper designed for Tesla's Cybertruck.
Food Processing Locations: Processing A New World In The Food Chain
Quality and freshness remain the two top priorities in the food processing industry. Can suppliers keep up?
LaMotte Company To Expand Manufacturing, R&D Operations In Delaware
LaMotte will invest $3.3 million in its new Pencader Corporate Center site, adding more than 100 new jobs in Newark, DE.
Ontario Invests in Clean Steelmaking Technology To Support Auto Sector
ArcelorMittal Dofasco Hamilton will be the first integrated steel mill in North America to transition off coal, and among the first in the world.
Digging In With Shovel-Ready Sites
Being prepared for any and every corporate relocation or expansion scenario is vital for any community seeking new business ventures. Certified sites are a good start.
Staying The Course
The war in Ukraine and economic factors could derail the economy. But they will impact future growth only if we let them.
Locations For Intermodal Facilities: Connecting The Dots
The pressure is on communities to provide as many intermodal services as possible as supplier demands for seamless transition intensifies.
The Aerospace Industry: Soaring Away
Expectations that the COVID-19 pandemic may soon ease is giving some hope to aviation and aerospace executives, who anticipate that the commercial end of the business will soon rebound.
Back To The Future
The iconic DeLorean car brand is coming to San Antonio with a new business strategy. Welcome back to the show!
Meta Picks Idaho For New 960,000 SF Data Center
Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, has selected the City of Kuna, ID as the location of its new $800 million data center.
Dr. Lindsey Piegza To Present LiveXchange 2022 Keynote
LiveXchange is pleased to announce its 2022 keynote speaker, Dr. Lindsey Piegza, Chief Economist for Stifel Financial.