2018
Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. 2018 articles below.
Virginia Economic Development Partnership Receives 2018 State Of The Year Award
Virginia Economic Development Partnership President and CEO Stephen Moret was presented with Business Facilities’ 2018 State of the Year Award today by BF Chief Business Officer Ted Coene.
Massachusetts, California Continue As Energy Efficiency Leaders
New Jersey, Connecticut, Colorado, and South Dakota are most improved states, according to ACEEE's 2018 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard.
Economic Growth Focus Of LiveXchange 2018 Keynote
Economist and former Federal Reserve Board analyst Dr. James F. Smith—named “best forecaster” by The Wall Street Journal—will look over the economic horizon and share what’s coming.
C-Suite Execs’ Recession Fears Fade, Talent Concerns Remain
CEOs are heading into 2018 with more optimism about the global economy, according to a new report from The Conference Board.
New Year, New Wages: Minimum Wage Increases Across The U.S.
On January 1, 2018, 18 states and 19 cities across the United States increased minimum wages, more on deck.