Secondary Markets

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

Corporate Real Estate

Does Talent Trump Location?

October 25, 2016

Talent shortages are reshaping the workplace paradigm, with the war for talent influencing all aspects of real estate decision-making, according to CBRE.

Awards & Rankings

U.S. CRE Turning Around In 2014, According To New PwC/ULI Report

November 18, 2013

Report best bets: San Francisco top city for 2014; industrial sector becomes favored investment property type.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Fairfax County, VA Launches Virtual Career Fairs

Workforce Development May 22, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the FCEDA is presenting virtual career fairs to connect college grads with Northern Virginia companies seeking employees.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Featured Location Videos

Economic Development

Location Video: Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia – The Perfect Place

May 1, 2020

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

Fairfax County, VA Launches Virtual Career Fairs

Workforce Development May 22, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the FCEDA is presenting virtual career fairs to connect college grads with Northern Virginia companies seeking employees.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

IDT Expands COVID-19 Product Manufacturing In Research Triangle Park

Plastics & Medical Devices May 21, 2020

IDT's new North Carolina manufacturing facility will offer unmatched turnaround time and product options to support researchers in the region.

Berry Global Group Addresses Global Shortage Of Face Mask Materials

Economic Development May 20, 2020

To address the ever increasing demand for face mask material in the U.S., Berry has expanded its Meltex™ platform to add capacity in Waynesboro, VA.

Microsoft Adding 1,500 New Jobs In Atlanta

Office, IT & Call Centers May 18, 2020

The company will invest $75 million in a new facility focused on artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services in the West Midtown section of Atlanta, GA.

Indiana Serves 10,000 Small Businesses Through PPE Marketplace

Economic Development May 21, 2020

Since launching in early May, the Indiana Small Business PPE Marketplace has received nearly 20,000 orders for personal protective equipment (PPE) and has fulfilled 10,000 orders.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Organizations Fear Increased Risks Due To Work-From-Home Changes May 22, 2020
A new HiveIO study reveals legacy technology reliance cannot efficiently support a remote workforce and protect critical data. - Read: Organizations Fear Increased Risks Due To Work-From-Home Changes at FacilityExecutive.com.
Reopening The Workplace: Managing Physical Access Security May 22, 2020
Read about six issues to consider as employees and other people begin returning to your facilities. - Read: Reopening The Workplace: Managing Physical Access Security at FacilityExecutive.com.
IGBC Certified Bear Resistant Trash Cans May 22, 2020
The Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) has granted its certification to Toter for its 64 gallon and 96 gallon Bear Tough Carts. - Read: IGBC Certified Bear Resistant Trash Cans at FacilityExecutive.com.

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