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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. international trade articles below.

Curaçao

Curaçao: A “Cultural Hybrid” For Growth In The Caribbean

September 9, 2019

Curaçao is ready to meet your business needs with multicultural talent and a bevy of economic free zones.

Florida manufacturers

Enterprise Florida Forms New Manufacturing Partnerships

November 26, 2018

The partnerships will provide Florida businesses with additional resources and grant opportunities to help develop and expand their international markets.

Alabama exports

Ports & Free Trade Zones

Alabama’s 2017 Exports Set New Record

February 15, 2018

Alabama exports totaled a record $21.7 billion last year, thanks in large part to increased overseas shipments of automobiles, aircraft components, chemicals, paper, and minerals.

Michigan

Snapshots: 60 Seconds With Jennifer Nelson, Michigan Economic Development Corp.

September 5, 2017

Nelson, Executive Vice President, Business Development, MEDC, discusses the state's new Creative Chambers Initiative, its award winning International Trade Program, the business climate for entrepreneurs and more.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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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

Crocs Celebrates Opening Of New Global HQ In Colorado

Corporate Headquarters June 26, 2020

The 90,000-square-foot Broomfield, CO facility will allow the casual footwear manufacturer to increase its local workforce, and make sure current employees are "Confidently Comfortable."

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.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Feevr Non-Contact Thermal Imaging July 2, 2020
feevr is a quick and effective artificial intelligence (AI) based system for screening and detecting individuals with elevated skin temperature. - Read: Feevr Non-Contact Thermal Imaging at FacilityExecutive.com.
Energizing Facility Improvements July 1, 2020
Tackling energy projects can be eased with energy service performance contracts. - Read: Energizing Facility Improvements at FacilityExecutive.com.
Future Proof Access Control July 1, 2020
Electronic access control manufacturers are working overtime to create products that will continue to work in tomorrow’s advanced, high-security environment. - Read: Future Proof Access Control at FacilityExecutive.com.

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