Virginia
Shoring Up Semiconductors
Across North America, companies and locations are moving semiconductor manufacturing and ecosystems closer to home.
Enabled Intelligence, Pangiam Grow HQs In Fairfax County, Virginia
Combined, headquarters projects for Pangiam and Enabled Intelligence will create more than 300 high-tech jobs in Fairfax County, VA.
NASL, Lutron Electronics Pick Virginia For Manufacturing Projects
North American Specialty Laminations LLC (NASL) will establish a production facility in Roanoke County, Lutron Electronics will create 200 jobs in Hanover County.
World’s Largest Indoor Vertical Farming Campus Picks Virginia
Over six years, Plenty Unlimited will invest $300 million to build the world’s largest indoor vertical farming campus in Chesterfield County, creating more than 300 jobs.
Pharmaceutical, Aviation R&D Projects Bring $55M To Virginia
Civica will invest $27.8 million in a pharmaceutical testing facility in Chesterfield County; DroneUp will invest a total of $27.2 million in two facilities.
Corporate Headquarters: Finding A Home Base For Business
Workforce, infrastructure, and quality of life factor into corporate headquarters decisions. Choosing where to move or expand this operation depends on these aspects and more.
U.S. EDA Announces 21 Build Back Better Regional Challenge Winners
A marquee initiative of EDA’s American Rescue Plan, this program awards between $25 and $65 million to rebuild regional economies across the nation.
Good Jobs Challenge Awards 32 Entities Grant Money
Part of the American Rescue Plan, the program through the U.S. EDA focuses on assisting innovations in workforce development.
Opportunity Zones: Revitalizing Communities
Still in its infancy, the U.S. Qualified Opportunity Zone Program shows promise to revitalize both large and small communities.
Growing Green Energy
Investments in renewable energy are driving job growth and site selection decisions across the nation.
25 Towns Chosen For Outdoor Recreation Economic Boost
The Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC) program administered by the U.S. EPA, USDA's Forest Service, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), and the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) identified 25 communities.
Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report: State Rankings
As the economic landscape evolves with sea change-level shifts, discover the leading locations in Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report.
Unilock To Invest Over $55M In Advanced Manufacturing Campus
Hardscape manufacturer Unilock will establish new production facilities in Virginia to meet increased demand in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast markets.
Louisiana Leads States In Customized Workforce Training
In Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report, Tennessee is rated tops in Recovery Leaders and Wyoming takes Best Business Tax Climate.
Rankings Recognize Best Metros For Corporate HQs, Business Climate
In Business Facilities’ 2022 Metro Rankings Report, cities across the U.S. and Canada are hot spots for corporate headquarters, best business climates.
Business Diversity Abounds In Virginia
A solid education system, infrastructure investments, a strong workforce, and resilient business climate are just some of the many reasons why more and more companies choose to call Virginia home.
The LEGO Group Picks Virginia For $1B Manufacturing Plant
The beloved building toy maker will create more than 1,760 new jobs with its new manufacturing facility in Chesterfield County, VA.
Solar R&D Projects Part Of U.S. Investment In Clean Energy Industry
On the heels of President Biden's June 6 action to accelerate clean energy development, DOE announces solar energy research project investments.
Raytheon Moving Global HQ To Northern Virginia
Raytheon Technologies is relocating its global headquarters from Massachusetts to Arlington, Northern Virginia.
Boeing Chooses Northern Virginia For Global HQ
Designating its Arlington, VA campus its new headquarters, the company will also develop a research and technology hub in the area to harness engineering and technical capabilities.
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.