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Nebraska Building Connections

Nebraska Building Connections

Taking advantage of the location and highly skilled workforce, major transportation companies have settled in Nebraska.
New Hampshire Technology

Technology Thrives In New Hampshire

New Hampshire uses technology to help advance the industries expanding and settling into the Granite State .
Delaware Workforce

Delaware Levels Up Workforce

With a highly skilled workforce, Delaware attracts diverse industries ranging from life sciences to manufacturing.
Alabama

Alabama Ups Its Game

Home to some of the biggest names in the auto industry, Alabama has introduced “The Game Plan” to support economic development.
Nevada Promotes Innovation

Nevada Promotes Innovation

With a robust transportation system already in place, Nevada focuses on low emissions and utilizing natural resources. 
Kentucky

Kentucky Welcomes All

The Bluegrass State is building a vast talent pipeline for the industries relocating and expanding to the state. 
Connecticut

Connecting The Dots In Connecticut

Connecticut provides an environment that is conducive to growth and expansion across a diverse array of industries.
Wyoming

Wyoming Expanding Horizons

With a low tax burden, the state is attracting business by investing in shovel-ready sites and a skilled workforce.

Arizona Advancing Toward Sustainability

Arizona is excelling in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors and has targeted growth in renewable energy.
South Carolina

Solid South Carolina

The Palmetto State attracted record-breaking investment in 2022, and the EV sector is a significant contributor.
California

California Focuses On Growth

Big names like Google and Apple have expanded to California, creating thousands of jobs and investing millions in capital.
Kansas capital investments

Billions Invested Into Kansas

A business climate that supports both large capital investment projects and startup firms is paying off for the economy in The Sunflower State.
North Carolina

Businesses Boom In North Carolina

With a noted business-friendly climate, North Carolina had a record-breaking year when it comes to capital investments in 2022.
Ohio corporate investment

Ohio: Gaining New Ground

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

Cutting-Edge Colorado

Advanced industries are thriving in the Centennial State with a skilled workforce and targeted incentives to support continued growth.
Texas

Opportunity Accelerates In Texas

The Lone Star State is full of options for business, from both within the U.S. borders and across the globe.
Florida Business

Florida Attracting People, Business At A Fast Pace

With an unemployment rate lower than the national average, The Sunshine State offers programs to continue developing its diverse and talented workforce.
Illinois business

Illinois Driving Economic Growth

With the 18th largest economy, the Land of Lincoln is well positioned to  support to new and existing businesses.
Advanced Manufacturing Iowa

Advanced Manufacturing Advances In Iowa

Industry is thriving in the Hawkeye State with the help of innovative grants and renowned research facilities.
Utah businesses

Utah Helps Local Businesses

Utah has launched several programs to support relocating and expanding businesses, including tax rebates and custom job training.
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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

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.
Texas 2023 State of the Year

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: Charging into the EV Market in Northwest Ohio

With close proximity to Detroit, an extensive transportation network and a trained, educated workforce, the Toledo/Northwest Ohio region has a long successful track record within the automotive industry. Those inherent assets are the same resources which make this region an attractive location for the evolving electric vehicle market.