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Economic Developers Optimistic About 2017
More than half of all economic development professionals surveyed by Avalanche Consulting believe the national economy will be “better” or “much better” in 2017.
Hong Kong Is World’s Most Expensive Office Market
Global prime office rents showed the most growth in Europe, according to CBRE Group, Inc.’s new Global Prime Office Rents survey.
Global Economic Expansion Outlook Hits 10-Year High
U.S. finance executives lead expectations for “substantial” economic expansion; North America leads forecast for anticipated hiring, according to American Express survey.
U.S. Employers Plan To Increase Staff In Q2
U.S. employers expect the hiring pace to remain positive in Q2 2017 with 22 percent of employers planning to add staff between April and June, according to the ManpowerGroup.
Women Not Optimistic About Achieving Gender Equality
Nearly two thirds of women view gaining equality and inclusivity in the workplace as a vital first step in achieving gender equality, finds a global survey marking International Women’s Day.
U.S. Companies Show Increased Business Confidence for 2017
New Deloitte study finds optimism has increased following the presidential election, yet uncertainty looms over new policies and regulations ahead.
Five Hiring Trends To Watch For In 2017
CareerBuilder's annual job forecast finds 40% of employers plan to hire full-time, permanent employees in 2017, predictions for how the Trump administration will impact hiring are mixed.
Technology Gap Is Shaping The Global Business Landscape
The chase to harness the massive amounts of data available today has led to increased stress and anxiety amongst companies and workers, according to Deloitte’s "2016 Shift Index.”
Diverse, Inclusive Workplace Important To Millennials
Nearly half of Millennials consider workplace diversity and inclusion an important criterion in their job search, compared to 33 percent of Gen Xers and 37 percent of Boomers.
Employers Remain Focused On Hiring Veterans
A new survey finds that 37 percent of employers will actively recruit for U.S. veterans over the next 12 months.
Millennials Willing To Relocate To Advance Careers
The majority of Millennials are willing to relocate for a job, and postpone life milestones to live and work in desired locations, finds a new survey.
Does Talent Trump Location?
Talent shortages are reshaping the workplace paradigm, with the war for talent influencing all aspects of real estate decision-making, according to CBRE.
Top Five Sustainable Building Trends
When it comes to sustainable building, cost is still a major barrier, according to new survey by Structure Tone.
Top 10 Tech Trends For 2017
Top 10 Tech Trends For 2017
The technology sector is still the United States’ leading industry for real estate expansion and employment growth, according to JLL.
Corporate Expansion Projections Highest Since Early 2015
Buoyed by higher profit growth expectations, business executives are predicting an increase in corporate expansion for the coming year, according to the third quarter AICPA Economic Outlook Survey.
New Jobs To Drive Migration To Middle America
Strong job growth on the coasts has been drawing people away from Middle America, but experts predict the trend will reverse.
CRE Functions Becoming More Aligned With C-Suite
A recent survey of corporate real estate executives finds an increased focus on the strategic aspects of CRE within companies.
Lack Of Skilled Talent A Threat To Meeting Business Goals
Sixty-seven percent of companies are more concerned about employee turnover than they were last year, according to a new survey by Randstad US.
Digital Factory
The widespread implementation of digital manufacturing platforms rapidly is outpacing the availability of skilled workers to run them.
Foreign Direct Investment: On the Rebound?
U.S. and China hold top two Foreign Direct Investment positions for fourth straight year; Canada ranks #3; Germany rises to #4 to lead Europe.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: City of Fontana – Open for Business
From agriculture to steel, from healthcare to transportation, Fontana is an economic powerhouse. Due to its geographic location, Fontana has become a vital hub for the supply chain linking suppliers to businesses to consumers throughout the world.