Louisiana’s Business Lure
Rich in energy resources, Louisiana is adding new high-tech and research sectors to a traditional manufacturing, oil and gas production base.
Biotech Comes of Age
Innovative incentives and regional initiatives keep U.S. biotech at the forefront of global product sales and new biotech discoveries.
Village of Wheeling, IL
Metro Spotlight
New York Corporate Moves
GLOBALFOUNDRIES Building $4.2-Billion Microchip Plant in Malta, NY
Luther Forest Technology Campus Economic Development Corporation (LFTC) and GLOBALFOUNDRIES held their official groundbreaking last month in...
A Three-Tier Approach to Labor
Figuring out how to compare locations based on their workforce is tough. This month, The Expert guides us through the process.
60 Seconds with Rob McClintock, Director of Research of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Rob McClintock is Director of Research of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership and state liaison for the Commonwealth Center for Advanced Manufacturing, a $50-million...
Metro Spotlight
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
2009 Business Facilities Rankings Report
The ongoing economic downturn is putting every state to the test, intensifying the competition for a dwindling number of new projects and development initiatives. Our annual look at the top-ranked localities reveals those that are thriving as well as surviving.
Pennsylvania is Turning Brownfields into Green Investments
Governor Edward Rendell is using creative initiatives and incentives to attract green energy companies and clean up brownfields, increasing investment and new jobs.
New York, Much Bigger than the Big Apple
From the hustle and bustle of New York City to the rich and diverse regions that span the state, New York is an attractive location for new and emerging businesses.
New England Corporate Moves
MASCOMA OPENING HEADQUARTERS
Mascoma Corporation is moving the company’s corporate headquarters from Boston into a new research laboratory and office building in Lebanon, NH. Construction...
Inland Empire, California
Metro Spotlight
LOCATIONS FOR THE AEROSPACE/DEFENSE INDUSTRY: Stability With High Hopes
An industry that innovates oftentimes accelerates change. Aerospace may soar steadily, but can it help get the economy off the ground?
Indiana Corporate Moves
BERRY PLASTICS INVESTS $150 MILLION IN EVANSVILLE FACILITY
Berry Plastics Corporation has announced plans to expand its Evansville, IN operations, creating 360 new jobs by...
Do You Need a Partner With Deep Pockets?
During a credit squeeze, joint ventures can be a viable means of bringing new capital investments to fruition, provided the site-selection process is well managed.
60 Seconds with William M. Sloan, of Counsel with the Law Firm Morrison &...
William Sloan is of counsel with the law firm Morrison & Foerster in San Francisco. He sits on the Climate Change Advisory Committee for...
Moving Targets
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
Bridging the Digital Divide
Innovative communities, big and small, are connecting to the global marketplace.
A Bevy of New Business in the Bluegrass State
Gov. Steve Beshear's team has been outpacing the field with bold strides in economic development. From its traditional whiskey to advanced batteries and nanoneedles, Kentucky is racing ahead with an incredibly diverse blend of job-creating enterprises.
An Epicenter of Industry in Illinois
From the rolling hills of Southern Illinois, to the hustle and bustle of Chicago's Loop, the Land of Lincoln is a diverse state that offers businesses a wide array of options for locating or expanding.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas
With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.