Workforce Development
Virginia’s El Koubi Accepts 2021 State of the Year—Best Overall Business Climate Award
Business Facilities magazine recognized the Commonwealth of Virginia for its commitment to building a strong business environment in 2021.
Ubisoft Winnipeg Continues To Expand, Add Jobs
Interactive entertainment and services company Ubisoft Winnipeg will continue to expand in Canada, creating 200 more jobs in Manitoba, growing its local workforce to 300 employees by 2030.
ATC Drivetrain Picks Tennessee For New Manufacturing Operation
The OES remanufacturer of drivetrain and powertrain systems will invest $8.3 million to locate new facility, create 218 jobs in Knoxville, TN.
The Eyes Of Texas
Texas remains at the front of the pack in terms of economic development. And, interest in the Lone Star State from companies that need to relocate or expand might just be starting to heat up even more.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Will Create Over 500 New Jobs In Virginia
The company will invest $97 million to expand its clinical research laboratories into three new locations in Henrico County and the City of Richmond.
PepsiCo Will Invest $260M In Georgia Expansion
PepsiCo Beverages North America's expansion of its City of Tucker, GA manufacturing facility will create at least 136 jobs in DeKalb County.
Florida Is Shining Bright
Changing lifestyle choices are helping Florida gain an edge against other states in the battle for awareness among corporation executives.
Ontario Invests in Clean Steelmaking Technology To Support Auto Sector
ArcelorMittal Dofasco Hamilton will be the first integrated steel mill in North America to transition off coal, and among the first in the world.
Digging In With Shovel-Ready Sites
Being prepared for any and every corporate relocation or expansion scenario is vital for any community seeking new business ventures. Certified sites are a good start.
Omnis Building Technologies Will Build $40M Facility In West Virginia
Omnis Building Technologies' new home building systems manufacturing facility will create up to 300 jobs in Bluefield, WV.
Company Expansions To Create Nearly 3,600 New Jobs In Georgia
Carvana will create an additional 3,500 jobs with its Metro Atlanta expansion, while Titan Steel Doors will create 90 new jobs in Hart County.
Nissan Investing $500M In Mississippi Expansion
The automobile maker will retrain nearly 2,000 employees to build two all-new electric vehicles at its Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant.
Back To The Future
The iconic DeLorean car brand is coming to San Antonio with a new business strategy. Welcome back to the show!
Meta Picks Idaho For New 960,000 SF Data Center
Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, has selected the City of Kuna, ID as the location of its new $800 million data center.
Sherwin-Williams To Invest $324M In North Carolina Expansion
Paint and coatings manufacturer Sherwin-Williams will create an additional 200 jobs in Iredell County, NC, nearly doubling its current workforce.
Good For You; Good For Me
Governor Greg Abbott is proud that Texas exported about $375 billion in goods in 2021, more than California and New York combined.
2021 State Of The Year: Virginia — Best Overall Business Climate
With a skilled workforce, a business-friendly environment, great universities and a highly desirable standard of living, Virginia is at the top when it comes to best business climate.
2021 State Of The Year: Tennessee — Best Deals
With a number of major commitments, Tennessee had a banner year in terms of deal-making last year. That’s why it was named Business Facilities’ state with the Best Deals for 2021.
2021 State Of The Year: Massachusetts — Best Workforce/Education
Massachusetts’ long emphasis on education and its well-educated workforce makes the commonwealth an excellent location for any business seeking the best and the brightest.
Quadrant Building $95M Magnet Manufacturing Facility In Kentucky
New $95 million Quadrant magnet manufacturing facility will create 200 jobs in Louisville, KY, provide rare-earth magnets for electric vehicle motors.
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: Ohio Electric Cooperatives
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.