best-performing cities

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

Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index

Surveys & Research

Provo, Raleigh, Dallas Top Best Performing Cities List

January 10, 2018

The annual Milken Institute analysis demonstrates the impact of policymaking on jobs, wages, technology development, and other measures in both large and small cities across the U.S.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Canada: Your Investment Destination For Supply Chain Resiliency

Canada April 30, 2021

Brand, market access, and talent are among the numerous advantages Canada enjoys amid the reshaping of global supply chains.

Locations For The Biotech Industry: Microscopic Miracles

Industry Focus April 28, 2021

Successful introduction of mRNA vaccines has created a platform for the rapid development of new treatments.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Consumers Energy

December 4, 2019

If you’re expanding or relocating, consider Michigan and Consumers Energy – let’s work together to accelerate your business.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

South Carolina

Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina

April 30, 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.

Breaking News

Troy Industries Relocating HQ To Tennessee

Corporate Headquarters May 14, 2021

The small arms components and accessories manufacturer will invest more than $7 million to relocate its headquarters, manufacturing operations to Clarksville, TN.

HudsonAlpha Launches Expansion Project At Biotech Campus

Biotech & Pharma May 13, 2021

The expansion will include a global headquarters for Discovery Life Sciences, and laboratory and greenhouse space for HudsonAlpha’s Center for Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture.

Jacksonville Delivers Bold Advantages For Fintech Firms

Economic Development May 13, 2021

With a commitment to growing world class talent, Jacksonville is an ideal location for fintech companies looking to grow and succeed.

Hilmar Cheese Company Bringing 247 New Jobs To Kansas

Food Processing May 12, 2021

Hilmar Cheese Company plans to invest $460 million to build a major production facility in Dodge City, KS.

Amazon Investing $100M In North Carolina

Logistics & Distribution May 12, 2021

Seattle-based e-retail giant Amazon will create 500 jobs at its new import processing center in Smithfield, NC.

Lion Electric Bringing First-Ever U.S. Manufacturing Facility To Illinois

Automotive May 7, 2021

The $70 million investment by Lion Electric will pave the way for the largest all-electric commercial vehicle production plant in the U.S., create 745 jobs.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

In Times Of Low Occupancy, Variable Speed HVAC Aids Efficiency May 14, 2021
In the face of COVID-19, low or no building occupancy coupled with the need to increase outdoor air into a facility presents a challenge to many facility management teams. - Read: In Times Of Low Occupancy, Variable Speed HVAC Aids Efficiency at FacilityExecutive.com.
Clorox TurboPro Electrostatic Sprayer and Disinfectant May 14, 2021
Clorox TurboPro Electrostatic Sprayer and Disinfectant make trusted surface disinfecting coverage more mobile with a cordless design. - Read: Clorox TurboPro Electrostatic Sprayer and Disinfectant at FacilityExecutive.com.
Belgard® Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers Manage Stormwater Runoff May 13, 2021
A new medical office building in Charlotte, NC had special considerations for its parking lot — stormwater runoff on a space-limited site. - Read: Belgard® Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers Manage Stormwater Runoff at FacilityExecutive.com.