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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. Great Place to Work articles below.

Executive Analysis

Managing The COVID-19 Crisis: Seven Tips For Business Leaders

March 19, 2020

Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work, offers tips for business leaders as they guide their teams through the Coronavirus crisis.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Mayors Prioritize Infrastructure Investments In Economic Recovery

Economic Development September 17, 2020

Most U.S. mayors agree that investing in infrastructure to generate jobs and economic growth is the top priority in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study.

Curative Creating More Than 300 Jobs In Texas

Biotech & Pharma September 8, 2020

With its expansion in Pflugerville, TX, Curative will hire over 300 workers to provide immediate response to the COVID-19 testing needed throughout the state.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Illinois

Location Spotlight: Wheeling, Illinois

December 31, 2017

Located in the heart of Chicago’s prestigious northern suburbs, Wheeling is a diverse and dynamic community of 40,000 people, distinguished by its unique balance of industry, commercial development, and residential neighborhoods.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

South Carolina

BF Location Video: Camp Hall 2020 – A Next Generation Commerce Park

September 9, 2020

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

Ariat Investing $40M In New Texas Regional Headquarters

Corporate Headquarters September 18, 2020

The footwear and apparel company's new regional distribution hub and corporate office will create 75 new jobs in Fort Worth, TX.

Mayors Prioritize Infrastructure Investments In Economic Recovery

Economic Development September 17, 2020

Most U.S. mayors agree that investing in infrastructure to generate jobs and economic growth is the top priority in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study.

Papa John’s Picks Metro Atlanta For New Global Headquarters

Corporate Headquarters September 17, 2020

Papa John’s will relocate its global headquarters from Louisville, KY to metro Atlanta, delivering 200 jobs to the area in 2021.

Ariat Investing $40M In New Texas Regional Headquarters

Corporate Headquarters September 18, 2020

The footwear and apparel company's new regional distribution hub and corporate office will create 75 new jobs in Fort Worth, TX.

Wheel Pros Expanding In Alabama

Automotive September 15, 2020

The aftermarket wheel supplier acquired the assets of an aluminum wheel manufacturing facility in Auburn, AL and plans to open a second U.S. operation there.

Amazon Hiring 100,000 New Employees Across U.S., Canada

Logistics & Distribution September 14, 2020

In September alone, Amazon will open 100 new operations buildings — including fulfillment centers, delivery stations, sortation centers and other sites.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Respond To Satisfaction of Customers Immediately September 21, 2020
The Real-time Collaboration solution is designed to help managers and frontline teams use data to detect issues as soon as they arise, communicate responses internally, and then act to rectify them. - Read: Respond To Satisfaction of Customers Immediately at FacilityExecutive.com.
OSHA Awards $11M In Worker Safety And Health Training Grants September 18, 2020
The Susan Harwood federal safety and health training grants will help train workers and employers at 90 nonprofit organizations to recognize serious workplace hazards. - Read: OSHA Awards $11M In Worker Safety And Health Training Grants at FacilityExecutive.com.
Armstrong Healthy Space Solutions Available to All September 18, 2020
Facility managers seeking healthier, safer indoor spaces can turn to new Armstrong Ceiling Solutions to ease COVID-19 pandemic concerns. - Read: Armstrong Healthy Space Solutions Available to All at FacilityExecutive.com.