Workforce Development

Governor Henry McMaster

Governor’s Report: South Carolina Boasts Booming Economy

Gov. Henry McMaster says South Carolina is in its best fiscal condition in modern history, making it the best place to do business.

Two More Companies Invest In New Mexico’s Borderplex

Coast Aluminum and Monti Inc. are the latest companies to invest in New Mexico’s international Borderplex.
Sila Moses Lake

Sila Begins Building Washington State Titan Silicon Anode Plant 

Plant upgrades at Sila Moses Lake, investment in the local workforce will support 2025 production of Sila’s next-generation anode to auto customers.

Alabama To Build $30M EV, Emerging Tech Training Center

A workforce training center for electric vehicles and emerging technologies will be built on the Alabama Robotics Technology Park campus.
Military & Defense Locations

Military & Defense Locations: A New Type Of Mission

Economic development leaders share insights on what makes the military and defense industries a boon for communities nationwide.
2024 Site Seekers' Guide

November / December 2023 Issue (Volume 56, Number 6)

Business Facilities' November / December 2023 issue — the 2024 Site Seekers’ Guide — provides comprehensive information and resources for your relocation and expansion project decisions.
Naturals2Go

Naturals2Go Plans To Bring 125 Jobs to Savannah, Georgia

Vend Tech International plans to relocate its headquarters and other assets to Savannah, Georgia. The company manufactures Naturals2Go vending machines, self-checkout micromarkets, and gourmet coffee...
Veterans in Business

Which States Are Best For Veterans To Succeed In Business?

Just in time for Veterans Day, find out how each state ranked on Lendio's study of the best states for veterans to succeed in business.

BF Editors’ Blog: Veterans Key To Workforce Development

Veterans account for 5.6% of the U.S. workforce & outweigh civilians in management, business, & financial operations occupations, data shows.
Hanwha Aerospace

Hanwha Aerospace Picks Connecticut For International Engines HQ

Hanwha Aerospace picked Cheshire, CT for its International Engines Business Headquarters to take advantage of the skilled workforce and close proximity to key customers.
Remote Work

Remote Work Locations: U.S. Ranks 16th Globally

Here are the best (and worst) countries to work remotely based on cyber safety, economic safety, digital/physical infrastructure, social safety.
Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA)

Why I Moved My Business to Lafayette, LA — And You Should, Too

Find out why two company leaders chose Lafayette, Louisiana as the best place to relocate and expand their business.

McNeilus Steel Adds Second Facility In Tennessee

McNeilus Steel Inc. plans to invest $23.4 million to expand its operations in Tennessee with the addition of a facility in Morrison.
New Mexico

New Mexico: Supporting Entrepreneurial Spirit

There's a renewed focus on entrepreneurs In New Mexico with the state’s Economic Development Department's new Office of Entrepreneurship.
Alabama workforce development

Alabama: Strength In Numbers

In Alabama, a focus on workforce development is in motion to support new and existing companies across the state.
Tech Talent

Making Moves To Develop Tech Talent

Initiatives on the federal, state, and local levels need to align to boost a STEM-savvy workforce.
Constellation Brands Rochester New York

Refresh In Rochester: A Q&A With Constellation Brands’ Chief Financial Officer

Constellation Brands CFO Garth Hankinson shares why this global beverage company chose to remain in Rochester for its new headquarters, moving to downtown.
U.S. Tech Hubs

EDA Announces 31 Tech Hubs Across U.S. 

New Tech Hubs program will drive regional innovation and job creation by strengthening a region’s capacity to manufacture, commercialize, and deploy technology.
Southern Illinois

Illinois Looks To Double Down On Development

Illinois is doubling down on business attraction and retention efforts to support economic development in every corner of the state.
leadership style

[QUIZ] Which Boss-Type Are You?

Take this short quiz to find out what your leadership style is.
tax credits

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

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.
Texas 2023 State of the Year

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.