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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. Technology Park North articles below.

Automotive

Wheel Pros Expanding In Alabama

September 15, 2020

The aftermarket wheel supplier acquired the assets of an aluminum wheel manufacturing facility in Auburn, AL and plans to open a second U.S. operation there.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Will Workers Resign Due To Handling Of COVID-19 Pandemic?

Surveys & Research January 11, 2021

Two in five office workers plan to resign and find a new job based on how their company handled the COVID-19 pandemic, reveals a new survey.

Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Matt Hurlbutt, Greater Rochester Enterprise

Snapshots January 5, 2021

Matt Hurlbutt, President & CEO, Greater Rochester Enterprise, discusses the region's Economic Gardening program, along with its status as a high-tech, life sciences and food processing hub.

Business Facilities 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.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

South Carolina

NESA: What Makes Your Business Run?

December 1, 2020

NESA is a regional, non-profit, economic development organization that serves nine counties in the northeastern corner of South Carolina. Our primary objective is to create jobs for the residents of the region by working within the existing industry base and recruiting new companies.

Breaking News

Mohawk Industries Investing $22.5M In Virginia Expansion

Manufacturing January 15, 2021

The world's largest flooring manufacturer will create 35 new jobs as it modernizes its production facility in Carroll County, VA.

Location Spotlight: Virginia I81-I77 Crossroads

Site Selection January 15, 2021

The VIAA region is composed of five counties and one city in the Southwestern region of Virginia, with one of the leading trucking routes traversing the region.

Butterball To Invest Total $8.7M In Two Arkansas Facilities

Food Processing January 14, 2021

Butterball will invest $4.7 million in Ozark and create 160 jobs there, and invest $4 million in Huntsville where it will create 200 new jobs.

New Jersey Approves Loan Program For Brownfield Revitalization

Economic Development January 12, 2021

On Thursday, January 14, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will host a webinar to provide details on its new Brownfields Loan Program.

$2.9M Grant Will Help Virginia’s Water Economy Face Climate Change

Economic Development January 12, 2021

GO Virginia approved the grant to help the Virginia Coastal Resilience And Adaptation Economy Initiative address flooding challenges.

$3.8M Investment To Bring Last-Mile Internet Service To Southern Ohio

Utilities January 13, 2021

In collaboration with state and local economic developers, Southern Ohio Communication Services will provide high-speed Internet service to 1,300 residential and business customers.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Meet Evolving Needs With A More Flexible Operation January 15, 2021
The pandemic precipitated a nationwide shutdown for many businesses that caused disruptions to in-house printing and other services. It’s time to rethink how and when you outsource so your operations aren’t interrupted. - Read: Meet Evolving Needs With A More Flexible Operation at FacilityExecutive.com.
2021 SOLUTIONS: J-Series Restroom Dispensers From Coastwide Professional January 15, 2021
Coastwide Professional introduced its J-Series dispenser line in 2020. Susan Scapparone, director of product development there, discusses these products and other solutions for facilities’ janitorial needs. - Read: 2021 SOLUTIONS: J-Series Restroom Dispensers From Coastwide Professional at FacilityExecutive.com.
SmartSource Dedicated Outdoor Air System January 15, 2021
The Daikin SmartSource Dedicated Outdoor Air System enables efficient and cost-effective heating and cooling in all conditions using 100% of fresh, outside air. - Read: SmartSource Dedicated Outdoor Air System at FacilityExecutive.com.