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Finding Tech Talent
Where tech talent is concentrated is one of the most influential factors in the potential growth of the industry in a region.
Canada Leads With World-Class Workforce
Canada's top-notch education, support for tech knowledge, and business-friendly programs deliver for companies from around the globe.
Good Jobs Challenge Awards 32 Entities Grant Money
Part of the American Rescue Plan, the program through the U.S. EDA focuses on assisting innovations in workforce development.
USA - Far West
California: Good Vibrations
Location, economy, and culture are just a few reasons why so many businesses are attracted to California.
Would Your City Survive A Zombie Apocalypse?
Site selection takes on a new twist when the odds of surviving a zombie apocalypse are among your criteria for choosing a location.
U.S. EDA Announces 21 Build Back Better Regional Challenge Winners
A marquee initiative of EDA’s American Rescue Plan, this program awards between $25 and $65 million to rebuild regional economies across the nation.
USA - Great Lakes
Advanced Manufacturing Sites
Manufacturers are seeking cutting-edge locations for their state-of-the-art production lines and processes.
Walmart Opens First Next Generation Fulfillment Center In Illinois
The new high-tech facility will create more than 1,000 jobs in Joliet, bring next- or two-day shipping to Walmart customers in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.
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Join us for this free webinar to learn creative solutions to deal with workforce challenges, how Workforce Innovation Grants are helping companies address these issues, and more.
USA - Great Plains
Manufacturing, Agriculture, Food Projects Invest $834M In Missouri
Simcote and Ostara are each investing $17 million in their new facilities, while American Food Groups is building a $800 million operation.
Finding Tech Talent
Where tech talent is concentrated is one of the most influential factors in the potential growth of the industry in a region.
Missouri: The Show-Me State Shines Bright
Plans for Meta to build a hyperscale data center in Kansas City, MO is among the projects popping up in the state.
USA - Mid-Atlantic
Micron To Invest Up To $100B In Central New York Megafab
The Onondaga County, NY facility will be largest semiconductor fabrication facility in U.S. history, create approximately 9,000 jobs at Micron.
Finding Tech Talent
Where tech talent is concentrated is one of the most influential factors in the potential growth of the industry in a region.
L’Oréal Invests $140M In New Jersey Research & Innovation Center
Historic L'Oréal R&I Center will be located in Clark, NJ. Meanwhile, NJEDA has launched a $3.7 million grant program to develop skills for the offshore wind industry.
USA - New England
Forward-Looking Financial Locations
As FinTech activity continues to grow, financial services firms are finding locations with ecosystems to support their burgeoning business needs.
U.S. EDA Announces 21 Build Back Better Regional Challenge Winners
A marquee initiative of EDA’s American Rescue Plan, this program awards between $25 and $65 million to rebuild regional economies across the nation.
Good Jobs Challenge Awards 32 Entities Grant Money
Part of the American Rescue Plan, the program through the U.S. EDA focuses on assisting innovations in workforce development.
USA - Rocky Mountains
Finding Tech Talent
Where tech talent is concentrated is one of the most influential factors in the potential growth of the industry in a region.
PepsiCo Building Sustainable Manufacturing Facility In Denver
The 1.2M SF facility, which will create more than 250 new jobs in Colorado, is scheduled to open at the Denver High Point development district in 2023.
Discover Sevier County, Utah
With a strategic location, two business parks, and a can-do attitude, Sevier County, Utah is ready for business.
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Advanced Manufacturing Sites
Manufacturers are seeking cutting-edge locations for their state-of-the-art production lines and processes.
Carolina On My Mind
East coast location, world-class research and education facilities, and quality of life have long attracted business to North Carolina.
[VIDEO] Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina
Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive.
USA - Southwest
Advanced Manufacturing Sites
Manufacturers are seeking cutting-edge locations for their state-of-the-art production lines and processes.
[VIDEO] Las Colinas, Irving, Texas: A City Built For Business
Centrally located in the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving-Las Colinas is recognized as the “Headquarters of Headquarters,” with more Fortune 1000 global headquarters per capita than any other city in Texas.
Frozen Dessert Maker To Create 100 Jobs In Texas
The Ziegenfelder Company will invest more than $29 million to build a new manufacturing facility in Lockhart; City Of Dumas earns Film Friendly Texas designation.
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Featured Location Spotlights
Location Spotlight: Santee Cooper – CAMP HALL
Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in a business epicenter of the South and at the heart of modern Southern culture — Charleston, S.C.
Featured Location Videos
[VIDEO] Made Possible in Lehigh Valley
The region has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing economies in the nation and is just a short drive away from major mid-Atlantic cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
The Editor's Blog
At IEDC Annual Conference, Business Facilities Looks At Attracting Tech Firms
With three panelists sharing insight, BF's Editorial Director moderated the conversation on what criteria technology firms are evaluating going into 2023.
State By State Incentive Guides (All)
Alabama Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Alabama financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
Alaska Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Alaska financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
Arizona Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Arizona financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
Arkansas Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Arkansas financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
California Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of California financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
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Surveys & Research
Is Inflation Affecting Corporate Real Estate Decisions?
The high inflationary environment is having an impact on corporate real estate decision making, finds a new survey from CoreNet Global.
Would Your City Survive A Zombie Apocalypse?
Site selection takes on a new twist when the odds of surviving a zombie apocalypse are among your criteria for choosing a location.
Companies Choosing High Quality Offices In Response To Hybrid Work
Companies are choosing high quality offices to encourage employees to work from the office and be their most productive when there, according to CBRE analysis.
What Are Companies’ Hiring Plans For The Rest Of 2022?
Nearly half of U.S. companies intend to add staff in second half of the year: 46% are hiring for new roles; 45% will bring in more contract talent.
NAIOP Report: Class A Office Space Back In Demand
After shock of the pandemic, NAIOP research report sees demand for Class A space contributing to stabilization of office market occupancy.
San Antonio Is Serious About Tech
Over the years San Antonio, TX has been known for many things but technology wasn’t necessarily one of them — until recently, that is.
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[VIDEO] Las Colinas, Irving, Texas: A City Built For Business
Centrally located in the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving-Las Colinas is recognized as the “Headquarters of Headquarters,” with more Fortune 1000 global headquarters per capita than any other city in Texas.
[VIDEO] Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina
Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive.
[VIDEO] Life Sciences in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, located amid the northeast’s life sciences supercluster, is a place where bold ideas thrive. Top talent, great neighbors, and lower costs. Learn more.
Canada Leads With World-Class Workforce
Canada's top-notch education, support for tech knowledge, and business-friendly programs deliver for companies from around the globe.
[VIDEO] Pre-designed Industrial Building in Kilgore, Texas
Kilgore Economic Development Corp. in Kilgore, Texas, has invested in construction documents for a 53,000 SF industrial building with flexible floor plans.
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Manufacturing, Agriculture, Food Projects Invest $834M In Missouri
Simcote and Ostara are each investing $17 million in their new facilities, while American Food Groups is building a $800 million operation.
Micron To Invest Up To $100B In Central New York Megafab
The Onondaga County, NY facility will be largest semiconductor fabrication facility in U.S. history, create approximately 9,000 jobs at Micron.
Finding Tech Talent
Where tech talent is concentrated is one of the most influential factors in the potential growth of the industry in a region.
Advanced Manufacturing Sites
Manufacturers are seeking cutting-edge locations for their state-of-the-art production lines and processes.
September / October 2022 Issue (Volume 55, Number 5)
Business Facilities' September / October 2022 issue takes a look at sites for advanced manufacturing and finding tech talent. Plus, cybersecurity, semiconductors, and more.