Economic Development Awards

Enter The 2024 EDO Awards! Deadline Extended To March 21

Submit your story to Business Facilities' editors for consideration in the 2024 Economic Development Organization Awards.
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Listen Now: Talking Texas With Aaron Demerson, TxEDC President & CEO

Aaron Demerson, President & CEO of Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC), shares his vision to continue to grow the state's success.
Lancaster County, South Carolina

Lancaster County: A Gold Mine Of South Carolina Opportunities In The Charlotte Metro

Lancaster County’s pro-business practices, affordability, and lifestyle have it among the nation’s fastest-growing counties, and there’s room to grow.
Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, Cyber Security, Texas

The Hub Of Cybersecurity In West Texas

Lubbock's reputation as a conduit for growth in technology and cybersecurity is supported by its robust pool of talent, accessibility, resources and low cost of business.
Hanwha Aerospace

Hanwha Aerospace Picks Connecticut For International Engines HQ

Hanwha Aerospace picked Cheshire, CT for its International Engines Business Headquarters to take advantage of the skilled workforce and close proximity to key customers.
Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA)

Why I Moved My Business to Lafayette, LA — And You Should, Too

Find out why two company leaders chose Lafayette, Louisiana as the best place to relocate and expand their business.
Deal Of The Year

2022 Deal of the Year Winners: Where Are They Now?

Business Facilities revisited 2022 Deal of the Year winners as economic development organizations submitted for this year's awards.
Tech Talent

Making Moves To Develop Tech Talent

Initiatives on the federal, state, and local levels need to align to boost a STEM-savvy workforce.
New England

Industrial Diversity Propels New England Growth

The New England region — Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont — is exhibiting notable employment growth across a variety of industry sectors.
Washington DC

Washington, DC: A Center Of Connectivity & Accessibility

The Nation’s Capital is a braintrust location for companies seeking top-tier talent and ingenious collaboration.
Nebraska Building Connections

Nebraska Building Connections

Taking advantage of the location and highly skilled workforce, major transportation companies have settled in Nebraska.
Amazon HQ2

In Arlington, VA, Amazon HQ2 Joins The Neighborhood

The world's largest retailer opened its Metropolitan Park site in May and is set to transform the city's National Landing community.
Missouri One Start

Customized Workforce Training: Bringing Skills To The Market

Workforce training programs are addressing evolving industries, labor force demands, and speed to market needs of business.
Michigan Life Sciences

Michigan Life Sciences Sector: Robust Ecosystem Drives Success

A strong industry ecosystem supports Michigan companies in the fast-growing life sciences sector. 
Middlesex County Ontario

Set Your Sites On Middlesex County

Located in the heart of southern Ontario, Middlesex County is complete with all the must haves for businesses like prime location, affordable land prices, educated workforce, multilevel government support, and desirable quality of life.
Bradenton Area Florida

Bradenton Area Thrives As Live-Work-Play Community On Florida’s West Coast

On Florida’s West Coast, the Bradenton Area offers incredible natural assets, excellent career opportunities, and vibrant town centers.
workforce

Workforce Focus: Never Stop Learning

From longstanding partnerships to targeted instruction, companies seek training options that fit their workforce needs.
Quality of Life Site Selection

The Best Things In Life Are Nearby

Outdoor activities, cultural amenities, and more attract business leaders and employees.
Business Facilities 1st Annual EDO Awards

1st Annual EDO Awards: Submit Your Entry Now!

Business Facilities 1st Annual EDO Awards will recognize economic development organizations (EDOs) leading the way when it comes to attracting and retaining companies to their regions.
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.
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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.
Economic Development Awards

Enter The 2024 EDO Awards! Deadline Extended To March 21

Submit your story to Business Facilities' editors for consideration in the 2024 Economic Development Organization Awards.
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.

[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.

Location Spotlight: City of Fontana – Open for Business

From agriculture to steel, from healthcare to transportation, Fontana is an economic powerhouse. Due to its geographic location, Fontana has become a vital hub for the supply chain linking suppliers to businesses to consumers throughout the world.