Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce articles below.

State Focus

California: Building A Supply Chain For Cyber Skills

January 2, 2019

A cybersecurity labor market survey reveals an alarming gap between the number of job openings and the number of qualified applicants to fill these positions in California.

Economic Development

Greater Irvine Chamber Receives Presidential Award For Export Service

May 24, 2018

The President’s “E” Award is the highest recognition any U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

COVID-19 Pandemic Spurs Innovation At ILC Dover

Manufacturing June 30, 2020

Legendary Delaware manufacturer has introduced a new product, the EZ BioHood, to protect frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tennessee: A Pledge To Recover

State Focus June 29, 2020

Tennessee is doing its best to transition from “temporarily closed” to “permanently open” using statewide initiatives that protect individuals and support businesses.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Ohio Electric Cooperatives

April 9, 2018

Ohio consistently ranks as one of the top U.S. destinations for new corporate facilities, meaning prime sites are quickly snapped up. Economic development officials and private developers are working cooperatively to ensure the pipeline of immediately-developable sites stays full with diverse location opportunities.

Featured Location Videos

Georgia

BF Location Video: Georgia Ports Authority: Celebrating 75 Years

March 13, 2020

On March 9, 1945 the Georgia Legislature, anticipating the post-World War II economic boom, created the Georgia Ports Authority, with control over the deepwater ports in both Savannah and Brunswick. Today, the Port of Savannah is the fastest-growing and single largest container terminal in the country, accounting for nearly 10% of Georgia’s economy.

Breaking News

The Hershey Company Investing $135M In Virginia

Manufacturing July 2, 2020

With its second major expansion of Stuarts Draft manufacturing operation since 2019, the chocolate company will create 110 new jobs in Augusta County, VA.

Centene Corporation To Create 3,000 Jobs At New Charlotte HQ

Corporate Headquarters July 2, 2020

The fast-growing healthcare enterprise will invest more than $1 billion in Mecklenburg County, NC.

Amazon Is Expanding In Delaware

State Focus July 1, 2020

A new distribution facility will create more than 1,000 new, full-time jobs, bringing Amazon’s total employment in the state to 3,500.

Agero To Create 900 Jobs In Tennessee

Office, IT & Call Centers June 30, 2020

The driver assistance services company will invest $2 million to expand its operations in Clarksville over the next five years

Skydweller Chooses Oklahoma City As Corporate HQ

Aerospace & Defense July 1, 2020

The cutting-edge aerospace startup plans to increase operations to 120 aerospace engineering and field technician jobs in Oklahoma by 2024.

The Hershey Company Investing $135M In Virginia

Manufacturing July 2, 2020

With its second major expansion of Stuarts Draft manufacturing operation since 2019, the chocolate company will create 110 new jobs in Augusta County, VA.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Statue Of Liberty Museum Recognized With PCI Design Award July 3, 2020
The 50,000 square foot museum and screening facility on Liberty Island was PCI's 2020 co-winner of the Specials Sustainable Design Award. - Read: Statue Of Liberty Museum Recognized With PCI Design Award at FacilityExecutive.com.
Propane For Heating And Cooling July 2, 2020
HVAC systems powered by propane offer flexibility for facilities in far-flung locations, among other potential benefits. - Read: Propane For Heating And Cooling at FacilityExecutive.com.
Five Changes On The Horizon For Parking Facilities July 2, 2020
Look beyond the short-term impact of COVID-19 on parking management. - Read: Five Changes On The Horizon For Parking Facilities at FacilityExecutive.com.

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