Business Facilities March / April 2016
Business Facilities March / April 2016Snapshots | 60 Seconds … with Dennis Davin, Secretary, Pennsylvania Dept. of Community & Economic Development
COVER STORY – Global Biotech Report | The global life sciences industry is cautiously optimistic that it is achieving sustainable growth, but no one expects a return to the pre-Recession boom. Join our overseas correspondent, Stephanie Ramsperger, as she takes her annual tour of the biotech sector.
2016 Economic Development Awards | We adjusted our annual awards categories to shine our spotlight on locations that are leading the way in addressing today’s hot-button issues, including funding infrastructure upgrades, initiating smart grid modernization and pioneering offshore wind farms.
Accelerating Innovation in NY | The Innovate NY Fund, along with the Partnership Fund for New York City, is helping to spur the development of a biotech cluster in the Big Apple.
The Aerospace Industry – Gaining Altitude | While the performance of the aerospace and defense industry has been less than stratospheric in recent years, it looks as if job creation in this key sector is ready to soar to old heights.
Bluegrass is Looking Green | With advantages in geography, shipping and logistics, Kentucky is in demand as a prime location for new facilities and expansions.
From Processes to Products | Here are some leading locations ahead of the curve in welcoming cutting-edge advanced manufacturing.
Retail: Shopping for New Jobs | The retail industry has an impact on more than just the clothes in our closets and our daily coffee fix.
Expect the Unexpected in Arkansas | Siloam Springs, AR is one of the few places where old-school community meets new school opportunity.
The World Comes to New Mexico | New Mexico is growing as a leading center of commerce, drawing in manufacturers to produce their goods with access to more markets around the country and the world.
Business Report – Nebraska: Expanding Horizons | The State’s Economic Development Dept. has awarded Community Development Block Grant funding to the City of York for assistance with a facility expansion.
Business Report – Texas: Regional Approach to Jobs | The Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative will assess local economic activity, examine workforce challenges and opportunities and consider innovative approaches to meeting the state’s workforce goals.
Business Report – Illinois: Adopting Best Practices | The Land of Lincoln forms a non-profit organization to focus on sales, marketing and exceptional customer service to attract job-creating investments.
Business Report – New Jersey: Garden of Expansions | E-commerce venture, Jet.com, and Allied Specialty Foods are growing in The Garden State, adding jobs and expanding facilities.
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