Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance articles below.

State Focus

Nevada: New Business Is Welcome, New Taxes Are Not

July 27, 2018

There are no personal income taxes, corporate taxes or an inventory tax in Nevada—just a pro-business climate that is attracting a bevy of new jobs.

Biotech & Pharma

Expansion, Relocation Projects Bringing Las Vegas Area Over 700 Jobs

September 20, 2017

Four Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance-assisted companies have been approved for state tax incentives by the Governor's Office of Economic Development board.

Logistics & Distribution

Amazon Plans Third Nevada Fulfillment Center

November 22, 2016

The new 800,000-square-foot North Las Vegas facility will create more than 1,000 full-time jobs.

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

Economic Development

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia: The Perfect Place

April 16, 2019

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia is a vibrant and premier location for business development opportunities. Located midway between Atlanta and Orlando in the heart of South Georgia, Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically positioned for businesses to access and serve the global economy.

Breaking News

Litehouse Creating 160 New Jobs At Virginia Production Facility

Food Processing May 23, 2019

Litehouse will invest $46 million in the City of Danville, VA at the packaged food company's first East Coast production facility.

Essity Investing $415M In Germany Expansion

Manufacturing May 23, 2019

The hygiene and health company's new facility at its Mannheim, Germany tissue plant site will use a new proprietary technology to produce pulp from alternative fiber.

Advanced Design Solutions Creating 180 Jobs In Tennessee

Automotive May 22, 2019

The Canadian auto supplier will invest $10 million in Lawrenceburg, TN: the location was selected for its proximity to OEMs.

Cummins Investing $68M, Adding Jobs In Indiana

Capital Investment May 17, 2019

As it celebrates 100 years in Indiana, the company will establish its Electrified Power business headquarters in Columbus, and increase its presence in Indianapolis and Greenwood.

Two Local Companies Expanding In St. Joseph, MO

Capital Investment May 20, 2019

LifeLine Foods and Boehringer Ingelheim will each make significant investments at their St. Joseph, MO facilities, totaling more than $34 million.

Advanced Design Solutions Creating 180 Jobs In Tennessee

Automotive May 22, 2019

The Canadian auto supplier will invest $10 million in Lawrenceburg, TN: the location was selected for its proximity to OEMs.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

$500,000 Grant Will Help 15 U.S. Communities’ Sustainability Efforts May 22, 2019
The U.S. Green Building Council will use the Bank of America grant to support its LEED for Cities and Communities Program. - Read: $500,000 Grant Will Help 15 U.S. Communities’ Sustainability Efforts at FacilityExecutive.com.
PPG Latex Wall and Ceiling Paint May 22, 2019
Builder Performance (61 Line) is interior latex wall and ceiling paint available in flat ready-mix colors and tint bases. - Read: PPG Latex Wall and Ceiling Paint at FacilityExecutive.com.
Fusion 285 Wall System Features JM Cladstone Water & Fire Block May 21, 2019
New Fusion™ 285 wall system is designed for performance and safety, and is first system to meet new NFPA 2019 regulations. - Read: Fusion 285 Wall System Features JM Cladstone Water & Fire Block at FacilityExecutive.com.

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