Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local & metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life & community development.
Economic Development
FLO Investing $3M In New Michigan EV Charger Plant
With its first U.S. manufacturing facility, Canadian electric vehicle charging network operator FLO will create 133 jobs in Auburn Hills, MI.
Hillyard To Invest Over $50M In Missouri Expansion
Cleaning and hygiene solutions company Hillyard, Inc. will invest over $50 million, retain more than 200 jobs at its downtown St. Joseph, MO location.
San Antonio Is Serious About Tech
Over the years San Antonio, TX has been known for many things but technology wasn’t necessarily one of them — until recently, that is.
Slate Asset Management To Develop 800 Acres In Hamilton, Ontario
Slate Asset Management will redevelop a Hamilton, Ontario site into a world-class industrial park with a focus on job creation, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.
May / June 2022 Issue (Volume 55, Number 3)
Business Facilities' May / June 2022 issue focuses on workforce development, including STEM, higher education partnerships, quality of life, and more.
Coloplast Plans $80M Medical Devices Plant Expansion In Costa Rica
Renewable energy, workforce availability were critical in Coloplast's decision to open its second medical devices plant in the La Lima Free Zone Industrial Park in Cartago.
Caterpillar To Expand Texas Manufacturing Facility
Machinery and engine manufacturer Caterpillar will invest $24 million in new equipment and add 24 new jobs at its City of Schertz, TX facility.
NY State Opens $11.4M Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center
Located on the Monroe Community College Downtown Campus, Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center focuses on technology training for jobs in advanced manufacturing, IT.
The Automotive Industry: Driven To Success
Since the 2003 opening of Nissan’s assembly plant in Canton, Mississippi has been a key player in the automotive industry.
Santa Rosa Is Winning Jobs With Triumph
The remarkable story of how Santa Rosa County, FL turned a devastating economic disaster into unprecedented growth and job creation.
Focus On Puerto Rico: Its Place In The Sun
Emerging business opportunities are thriving in Puerto Rico.
DC BLOX Will Invest $31.5M To Expand In South Carolina
In Horry County, DC BLOX, Inc.'s new specialized data center, known as a Cable Landing Station (CLS), will serve as the landing point for subsea optical communication cables.
Business Facilities Introduces LiveXchange Emerging Industries
Business Facilities is expanding its Business Facilities LiveXchange franchise with the introduction of LiveXchange Emerging Industries.
Cerrowire Begins $100M Expansion Project In Alabama
Copper building wire manufacturer Cerrowire will create more than 130 jobs at its new facility at the Morgan Center Business Park in Hartselle, AL.
State Focus: A New York State Of Mind
New York State can offer a lot of alternatives to businesses, depending on what section of the state they are considering.
Connecticut State Focus: Location Plus
Connecticut is situated between two major metro areas. But the Nutmeg State offers much more than just a great location.
Arizona State Focus: Heading To The Desert
Arizona is one of the most popular destinations for new businesses for many key reasons.
Aligned Completes Chicago Hyperscale Data Center Campus
Aligned Data Centers launched its Chicago Hyperscale data center campus as it broke ground on a second, adjacent facility.
Ports And FTZs: Searching For A Safe Port
Ports and Free Trade Zones have taken on much greater importance as supply chain issues increase and demand for product grows from businesses and consumers.
The Circle Of Life
The life sciences field has taken on much greater significance in recent years. Economic developers are responding with more options to make their communities more appealing.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Charging into the EV Market in Northwest Ohio
With close proximity to Detroit, an extensive transportation network and a trained, educated workforce, the Toledo/Northwest Ohio region has a long successful track record within the automotive industry. Those inherent assets are the same resources which make this region an attractive location for the evolving electric vehicle market.