Governor Tim Walz

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

State Focus

Minnesota: Building What Matters In The Land Of The Lakes

May 26, 2021

The Minnesota Investment Fund is turbocharging growth in the thriving medical device and biotech sectors in the Land of the Lakes.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Wilson County, Tennessee: Rising To The Challenge With Resilience

State Focus July 16, 2021

They call it "Wilson Strong:" devastated by a pandemic and a tornado, this Tennessee community met the challenge and kept its dreams intact.

Post-Pandemic Industrial Parks: Risk-Resilient, Resource Efficient

Industry Focus June 23, 2021

Industrial parks can mitigate social, health and environmental risks by embracing a resource-efficient eco-industrial concept.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Spotsylvania County, Virginia

December 4, 2020

Spotsylvania, Virginia is a highly sought after location for businesses due it's strategic location in the mid-atlantic region. With Interstate 95 carrying thousands of people through the county everyday, Spotsylvania has quickly become a hub of economic activity.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

Site Selection

BF Location Video: Industrial Parks in Oswego County, NY

June 10, 2021

Situated in Upstate New York, Oswego County is located centrally to New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Toronto and Montreal, with over 80 million people within a 300-mile radius. Many factors place Oswego County at the top of the list for manufacturing clusters such as metal fabrication and food processing.

Breaking News

Memphis Takes Logistics Crown, NYC Tops In Fintech

Press Releases August 2, 2021

Memphis, TN tops the list of Logistics Leaders, New York City leads the new Fintech ranking in Business Facilities' 2021 Metro Rankings Report.

Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina

South Carolina August 1, 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.

AI-infused Security Operations Center August 3, 2021
Collaboration to develop a new, AI-infused Security Operations Center (SOC) environment that will leverage edge sensors and machine learning analysis to improve incoming alarm information for SOC operators. - Read: AI-infused Security Operations Center at FacilityExecutive.com.
Guide to Aircraft Cleaning During Layovers August 2, 2021
It’s important that airlines step up aircraft cleaning procedures. Consider this guide to ensure the proper steps are being taken for health and safety. - Read: Guide to Aircraft Cleaning During Layovers at FacilityExecutive.com.
Parking App Provides Contactless Experience August 2, 2021
The Westfalia Parking App is an all-in-one consumer parking solution that will increase efficiency, safety, and convenience in automated parking facilities. - Read: Parking App Provides Contactless Experience at FacilityExecutive.com.