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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. OK articles below.

Cover Story

Editors’ Location Picks 2008

September 1, 2008

These gems didn't just catch our eye with a quick flash. Their consistent economic development sparkle earned them front-and-center display in our annual showcase.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Mike Grundmann, VEDP

Snapshots July 27, 2020

Mike Grundmann, Senior Vice President, Talent Solutions, Virginia Economic Development Partnership, discusses workforce development, recruitment and training, and the impact of COVID-19.

Maryland National Capital Region Alliance Formed

Business Report July 20, 2020

Representing the majority of Maryland’s population and economy, six counties will work together with each other and federal and state partners towards regional initiatives and COVID-19 economic recovery.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Consumers Energy

December 4, 2019

If you’re expanding or relocating, consider Michigan and Consumers Energy – let’s work together to accelerate your business.

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

Walmart To Build $20M Distribution Center In South Carolina

Logistics & Distribution August 3, 2020

The 3 million-square-foot facility will create more than 1,000 full-time jobs in Dorchester County, SC.

Atlanta Is Hottest Tech Hub, NOLA Takes Logistics Crown

Press Releases August 3, 2020

Atlanta is the hottest growth leader among Tech Hubs and New Orleans tops the chart of Logistics Leaders in Business Facilities' 16th Annual Rankings Report.

Orlando No. 1 In Business Climate, Dallas Is Top Millennial Magnet

Press Releases July 31, 2020

Orlando, FL has the Best Business Climate among large cities and Dallas tops the leaderboard of Millennial Magnets in BF's 16th Annual Rankings Report.

Shutterfly Investing $23M In Ohio Expansion

Manufacturing July 28, 2020

Shutterfly, a digital photo products manufacturing company, will expand production and create 100 new jobs at its Galion, OH facility.

Walmart To Build $20M Distribution Center In South Carolina

Logistics & Distribution August 3, 2020

The 3 million-square-foot facility will create more than 1,000 full-time jobs in Dorchester County, SC.

Nestlé Purina PetCare Investing $167M In Pennsylvania Expansion

Manufacturing July 30, 2020

The national pet food company will add new processing and packaging lines, and 94 new jobs, at its Hampden Township, PA operations.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Helix Series Industrial Computers August 4, 2020
OnLogic's Helix Series of industrial computers is available for users in edge computing, industrial IoT, smart city, smart factory, AI, and automation applications and powered by Intel’s latest 10th generation processors. - Read: Helix Series Industrial Computers at FacilityExecutive.com.
New Industrial High Temperature Control Dampers From Greenheck August 3, 2020
A variety of optional features make models HCD-324 and HCD-524 extremely versatile allowing the dampers to be tailored to the application. - Read: New Industrial High Temperature Control Dampers From Greenheck at FacilityExecutive.com.
What Are Some Best Practices For Optimizing Utility Costs? August 3, 2020
Misconceptions about utility usage often stem from a facility manager’s misdirected focus on what usage is being monitored, instead of focusing on how it is being monitored day-to-day. - Read: What Are Some Best Practices For Optimizing Utility Costs? at FacilityExecutive.com.

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