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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. disruptive technologies articles below.

Surveys & Research

Business Leaders Concerned About Talent Shortages, Recession Risk

January 2, 2020

Chief executives around the world are heading into 2020 with concerns about the risk of a recession and their ability to attract and retain talent, according to The Conference Board.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Fairfax County, VA Launches Virtual Career Fairs

Workforce Development May 22, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the FCEDA is presenting virtual career fairs to connect college grads with Northern Virginia companies seeking employees.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

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

Economic Development

Location Video: Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia – The Perfect Place

May 1, 2020

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia is a vibrant and premier location for business development opportunities. Located midway between Atlanta and Orlando in the heart of South Georgia, Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically positioned for businesses to access and serve the global economy.

Breaking News

Amazon Creating Over 1,000 New Jobs In Delaware

Logistics & Distribution May 26, 2020

The new, state-of-the-art fulfillment center in Wilmington, DE will add more than 1,000 new, full-time jobs to the company’s current 2,500 employees across the state.

NESA: What Makes Your Business Run?

South Carolina May 26, 2020

NESA is a regional, non-profit, economic development organization that serves nine counties in the northeastern corner of South Carolina. Our primary objective is to create jobs for the residents of the region by working within the existing industry base and recruiting new companies.

POINT Biopharma Investing $25M In First U.S. Manufacturing Facility

Biotech & Pharma May 26, 2020

The pharmaceutical company will establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Indianapolis and plans to create more than 100 new, high-wage jobs by the end of 2024.

IDT Expands COVID-19 Product Manufacturing In Research Triangle Park

Plastics & Medical Devices May 21, 2020

IDT's new North Carolina manufacturing facility will offer unmatched turnaround time and product options to support researchers in the region.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

Amazon Creating Over 1,000 New Jobs In Delaware

Logistics & Distribution May 26, 2020

The new, state-of-the-art fulfillment center in Wilmington, DE will add more than 1,000 new, full-time jobs to the company’s current 2,500 employees across the state.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Free Webinar: The Business Case For Smart Waste Technology May 26, 2020
Join us for this free webinar, where we will discuss the advantages for using smart technology to better manage your waste operation. - Read: Free Webinar: The Business Case For Smart Waste Technology at FacilityExecutive.com.
Discover Energy And Cost Savings With A Pump System Evaluation May 26, 2020
By re-evaluating current pump systems and implementing more energy-efficient solutions, companies can generate long-term savings without sacrificing reliability. - Read: Discover Energy And Cost Savings With A Pump System Evaluation at FacilityExecutive.com.
UMN Pioneer Hall Project Receives PCI Design Award May 26, 2020
The renovation and expansion of historic Pioneer Hall at the University of Minnesota was honored with a design award from the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI). - Read: UMN Pioneer Hall Project Receives PCI Design Award at FacilityExecutive.com.

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