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Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Avalanche Consulting articles below.

Surveys & Research

Economic Developers Optimistic About 2017

March 31, 2017

More than half of all economic development professionals surveyed by Avalanche Consulting believe the national economy will be “better” or “much better” in 2017.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue

Surveys & Research June 3, 2020

Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.

Indiana Devotes Nearly $44M To Economic Recovery Efforts

Economic Development June 1, 2020

The new initiatives were launched to help Indiana businesses restart, adapt and stimulate long-term growth, especially small businesses and manufacturers.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Featured Location Videos

Georgia

BF Location Video: Georgia Ports Authority: Celebrating 75 Years

March 13, 2020

On March 9, 1945 the Georgia Legislature, anticipating the post-World War II economic boom, created the Georgia Ports Authority, with control over the deepwater ports in both Savannah and Brunswick. Today, the Port of Savannah is the fastest-growing and single largest container terminal in the country, accounting for nearly 10% of Georgia’s economy.

Breaking News

Turkey Hill Acquires Arkansas Ice Cream Facility

Food Processing June 4, 2020

The ice cream and beverage company has acquired a 100,000-square-foot ice cream and novelty production facility in Searcy, AR.

Huali Floors Creating 315 Jobs In Georgia

Corporate Headquarters June 3, 2020

The resilient flooring manufacturer will invest more than $27 million to establish its first U.S. headquarters in Murray County, GA.

Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue

Surveys & Research June 3, 2020

Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.

Forcura To Create 115 Jobs At New Florida HQ

Corporate Headquarters May 28, 2020

Healthcare technology company Forcura will invest $2.15 million to expand its corporate headquarters in Jacksonville, FL.

Unix Packaging Creating 226 New Jobs In North Carolina

Manufacturing June 1, 2020

The California-based beverage company will invest $19 million in a new manufacturing, bottling, and beverage product packaging facility in Morganton, NC.

Bates Precast Concrete To Invest $5M In Georgia Expansion

Manufacturing June 2, 2020

The concrete company will build new office, production and storage space at its facility at Lake Park Industrial Park in Valdosta-Lowndes County, GA.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

SHUR-KUT Coated Cartridge Rolls June 4, 2020
SHUR-KUT Coated Cartridge Rolls' general purpose cutting action wears evenly and uniformly, producing a consistent cut on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. - Read: SHUR-KUT Coated Cartridge Rolls at FacilityExecutive.com.
Keep Workers Safer When Transferring Flammable, Combustible Liquids June 3, 2020
The dangers of transferring flammable liquids are very real, but protecting workers from harm can be relatively straightforward with proper training, PPE, and engineering controls. - Read: Keep Workers Safer When Transferring Flammable, Combustible Liquids at FacilityExecutive.com.
Carrier Launches Healthy Buildings Program June 3, 2020
The expanded suite of advanced solutions delivers healthy, safe, efficient and productive indoor environments for commercial, healthcare, education, and retail facilities. - Read: Carrier Launches Healthy Buildings Program at FacilityExecutive.com.

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Business Facilities highlights area economic development and site selection news from around the world. Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development.

Business Facilities is a leading full-service media brand specializing in the site selection marketplace. Through a bi-monthly magazine, e-mail newsletters, a news portal, and its LiveXchange event, Business Facilities has created a dynamic community for C-level executives and economic development organizations.

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