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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. Innovation Zones articles below.

Snapshots

Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Michele Brown, Choose New Jersey, Inc.

August 24, 2016

Michele Brown, President and CEO, Choose New Jersey, Inc. discusses incubators, innovation zones, STEM education, incentives and the Garden State in a post-Panamax world.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Rally Reno Program Provides Local Economic Relief

Economic Development April 1, 2020

Rally Reno County supports local businesses and employees in the retail, service and hospitality industries impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Consumers Energy CEO Helps Small Business Cope With COVID-19

Utilities March 31, 2020

Consumers Energy President and CEO Patti Poppe and her husband are donating $1 million to help small businesses in her company’s hometown of Jackson, MI.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Cape Coral – A Strategic Location

April 1, 2019

Ranked among the best places to live and do business, and located in the tax-friendly state of Florida, Cape Coral is a top contender for corporate relocations and business expansions for companies worldwide.

Featured Location Videos

Alabama

BF Location Video: AIDT – The Total Workforce Delivery System

March 13, 2020

AIDT’s Total Workforce Delivery System has provided thousands of skilled, motivated employees to Alabama industries since 1971. The key to AIDT’s response is a unique infrastructure allowing the total, upfront commitment of our resources to the success of your company.

Breaking News

Manufacturing 4.0 Has Arrived

Advanced Manufacturing April 2, 2020

Locations that have diversified their high-tech growth sectors are well-positioned to thrive in a new age of manufacturing efficiency. The factory of the future has arrived, a.k.a. manufacturing 4.0.

March / April 2020 Issue (Volume 53, Number 2)

Recent Issues April 2, 2020

The March / April 2020 Issue features the manufacturing and automotive industries. Plus, a look at biotech, food processing, and sustainable development.

Hoosier Energy: Power To The People

Utilities April 2, 2020

Since 1989, partnerships with local communities and Hoosier Energy’s 18 member systems have resulted in more than $11.5 billion in new investments creating 50,000 new jobs.

UAB Teams With Biotech Firm To Test Potential COVID-19 Vaccine

Biotech & Pharma March 31, 2020

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is collaborating with biopharm company Altimmune for preclinical testing of a potential vaccine to prevent COVID-19 disease.

Dollar General To Invest $35M, Hire 50,000 Employees

Retail March 30, 2020

The national retailer is increasing its hiring efforts to support community and customer needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rally Reno Program Provides Local Economic Relief

Economic Development April 1, 2020

Rally Reno County supports local businesses and employees in the retail, service and hospitality industries impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

[VIDEO] Future-Proof Your Access Control System with HID Signo™ Readers April 2, 2020
Meet Signo, the signature line of access control readers by HID Global. This new reader line delivers unparalleled performance, versatility and smarter, more connected access control. - Read: [VIDEO] Future-Proof Your Access Control System with HID Signo™ Readers at FacilityExecutive.com.
Werner Expands Fall Protection Safety April 2, 2020
New Werner fall protection products include two upgraded anchorage connectors for working on both wood and metal structures and drop safety equipment to keep tools accessible and workers safe while working at height. - Read: Werner Expands Fall Protection Safety at FacilityExecutive.com.
COVID-19: Surface Disinfection As Prevention Strategy April 1, 2020
Effective disinfection of surfaces requires not only an effective product, but also effective practice. - Read: COVID-19: Surface Disinfection As Prevention Strategy at FacilityExecutive.com.

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