Visit U.S. Coalition

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

Industry Focus

Travel Push for Tourists

July 11, 2018

The tourism industry supports nearly nine million jobs in the U.S., but a dip in overseas visitors in 2017 has led to the creation of the Visit U.S. Coalition to put out the welcome mat.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

PRIMED Medical Products To Establish Manufacturing Facility In Canada

Manufacturing August 7, 2020

PRIMED is searching for a location for a domestic production hub and Centre of Excellence for North American personal protective equipment (PPE) production.

COVID-19 Response And Recovery Update

Feature Story August 6, 2020

Economic development organizations and local businesses keep finding inspiring and innovative ways to join forces to meet the most urgent needs of this unprecedented crisis.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Santee Cooper – CAMP HALL

December 11, 2019

Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in a business epicenter of the South and at the heart of modern Southern culture — Charleston, S.C.

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

PRIMED Medical Products To Establish Manufacturing Facility In Canada

Manufacturing August 7, 2020

PRIMED is searching for a location for a domestic production hub and Centre of Excellence for North American personal protective equipment (PPE) production.

Walmart To Build $220M Distribution Center In South Carolina

Logistics & Distribution August 7, 2020

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

COVID-19 Response And Recovery Update

Feature Story August 6, 2020

Economic development organizations and local businesses keep finding inspiring and innovative ways to join forces to meet the most urgent needs of this unprecedented crisis.

Continential Investing $4M To Expand Indiana R&D Operations

Research & Development August 5, 2020

Germany-based vehicle technology company Continential will create more than 45 new jobs with an expansion of its ContiTech Vibration Control business unit in DeKalb County, IN.

PRIMED Medical Products To Establish Manufacturing Facility In Canada

Manufacturing August 7, 2020

PRIMED is searching for a location for a domestic production hub and Centre of Excellence for North American personal protective equipment (PPE) production.

U.S. Department Of Commerce Invests $10.1M In West Virginia

Economic Development August 4, 2020

The investment will support local strategies to spur business and job growth in West Virginia, including in Opportunity Zones.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Retiring Facility Staff? Keep Critical Building Information From Walking Out The Door August 7, 2020
Join us for this live webcast where we’ll discuss the importance of implementing forward-thinking technology to improve operational efficiency and attract new talent. - Read: Retiring Facility Staff? Keep Critical Building Information From Walking Out The Door at FacilityExecutive.com.
Clarity Shield From Draper Offers Increased Protection During Pandemic August 7, 2020
The Clarity Shield™ is a cleanable, clear vinyl barrier designed to help prevent cross contamination between individuals in a confined place. - Read: Clarity Shield From Draper Offers Increased Protection During Pandemic at FacilityExecutive.com.
National Safety Stand-Down To Prevent Falls Rescheduled August 7, 2020
OSHA has rescheduled the 7th annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction for September 14-18, 2020. - Read: National Safety Stand-Down To Prevent Falls Rescheduled at FacilityExecutive.com.

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