15th Annual Rankings Report

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. 15th Annual Rankings Report articles below.

Recent Issues

July / August 2019 Issue (Volume 52, Number 4)

August 6, 2019

The July / August 2019 Issue features our 15th annual Rankings Report, including state, metro, and global rankings. Plus, a look at shovel-ready sites.

Press Releases

Israel A Rising Star In Artificial Intelligence

July 31, 2019

Israel has emerged as a leading player in Artificial Intelligence and Tel Aviv has been named as an Emerging AI Hub in Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings Report.

Press Releases

California Is Land Of Opportunity, Michigan Is Motor King

July 26, 2019

California is the top-ranked state for Opportunity Zones and Michigan leads in Automotive Manufacturing Strength in Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings Report.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Connecticut Governor’s Report: Leading From The Front

Governor's Report August 16, 2021

Connecticut succeeded in mitigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic by aggressively testing people in the early stage of the outbreak, avoiding the massive casualty levels in neighboring states.

Wilson County, Tennessee: Rising To The Challenge With Resilience

State Focus July 16, 2021

They call it "Wilson Strong:" devastated by a pandemic and a tornado, this Tennessee community met the challenge and kept its dreams intact.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Economic Development

Location Spotlight: Game-changing Logistics Hub in Northwest Ohio

August 1, 2021

A nationally acclaimed logistics development company is preparing to unveil a master-planned park which will be able to accommodate more than 4 million square feet of industrial space. This park will also lay adjacent to one the country’s most critical intermodal terminals. NorthPoint Development is on a fast track to putting up the $250 million park which is expected to serve as a significant advantage for industrial supply chains in the Midwest.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

South Carolina

Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina

August 1, 2021

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.

Starnet Commercial Flooring 2021 Corporate Design Awards September 16, 2021
Now in its 23rd year, the competition highlights projects completed by Starnet contractor members in partnership with architects, designers, and Starnet-aligned manufacturers. The post Starnet Commercial Flooring 2021 Corporate Design Awards appeared first on Facility Executive Magazine - Creating Intelligent Buildings.
ULI Foundation Receives $1M Gift To Help Decarbonize Cities September 16, 2021
A $1 million donation will support the Urban Land Institute's efforts to combat climate change by pushing cities and building owners to reduce their carbon emissions to zero. The post ULI Foundation Receives $1M Gift To Help Decarbonize Cities appeared first on Facility Executive Magazine - Creating Intelligent Buildings.
Ephesus LUMASPORT Sports Lighting System September 16, 2021
The LUMASPORT Sports Lighting System pushes the technology, performance, and practical application of LED lighting for indoor and outdoor fields or arenas—from youth sports to the major leagues. The post Ephesus LUMASPORT Sports Lighting System appeared first on Facility Executive Magazine - Creating Intelligent Buildings.