Workforce Development
Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Workforce Development articles below.
Southland Steel Investing $18M In Louisiana Expansion
The steel fabricator will create 70 new jobs with its second Louisiana site at the former Bradken foundry in Amite, Tangipahoa Parish.
Dollar Tree Will Invest $130M In New Texas Distribution Center
The operator of discount variety stores plans to create more than 300 new jobs for the Rosenberg, TX and surrounding communities.
Accenture Opens Flagship Innovation Hub In San Francisco
The professional services company will add 500 employees to its Bay Area workforce by the end of 2020.
Generac Power Systems Opens Wisconsin Distribution Center
The new 490,000-square-foot Janesville, WI distribution center will employ 80 people, and help expand the company's shipping capabilities.
Corelle Brands Investing $27.7M In Mississippi
The company's new manufacturing and distribution facility in the Chickasaw Trail Industrial Park will create 400 jobs in Marshall County, MS.
This Just In: New England Will Win Super Bowl LIII
RiseSmart's unemployment rate-based Big Game Predictor has picked the Super Bowl winner with 74 percent accuracy. Boston's rate is lower. Sorry LA.
Bagwell Energy Services Adding 150 Jobs In Louisiana
The energy fabrication company will invest $2.5 million to expand its oil and gas processing industry services in Iberia Parish, LA.
Texas, Florida Top List Of 2018 Destination States
California, Arizona and North Carolina round out the top five destination states for consumers who moved with Allied Van Lines last year.
South Louisiana Methanol To Invest $2.2B In Louisiana Project
The joint venture with SABIC will create a new methanol complex on a site along the Mississippi River and result in 75 new direct jobs in St. James Parish, LA.
California: Building A Supply Chain For Cyber Skills
A cybersecurity labor market survey reveals an alarming gap between the number of job openings and the number of qualified applicants to fill these positions in California.
Snapshots: 60 Seconds With Andrew Deye, JobsOhio
Andrew Deye, Managing Director, JobsOhio, discusses Ohio's strategy to become a top U.S. destination for foreign direct investment.
Suuchi To Create 400 Advanced Manufacturing Jobs In New Jersey
The woman-owned technology and supply chain startup will remain and grow at Kearny Point with help from up to $37 million in Grow NJ tax credits over 10 years.
Catamaran Solutions Creating 120 Jobs In Louisiana
The advanced manufacturing jobs will be created at a 20-acre site in Minden, LA over the next three years.
Greater Richmond: Mid-Sized Market With Maximum Reach
Lower costs, an exceptional quality of life and first-class 21st century infrastructure are convincing big players to choose Richmond over larger markets.
Caymas Boats Investing $30M In Tennessee
During the next five years, the boat manufacturer will create an estimated 280 jobs in Ashland City, TN.
Colorado’s Advanced Industries Are Booming
The Rocky Mountain State is supporting advanced industries through phases of growth with four types of grants and two global business programs.
Infosys To Create 1,200 Jobs In Australia
The company will open three Innovation Hubs and create new skilled jobs for graduates and professionals by 2020.
2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year Deadline Extended
The deadline for submissions for Business Facilities' 2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year has been extended to November 30, 2018.
Mississippi Has The Winning Formula
A business-friendly environment and a can-do cooperative spirit smooth the way for relocating companies and for those who are planning new facilities or expansions in Mississippi.
Infosys Plans Open Technology And Innovation Hub In Texas
The company will open a Technology and Innovation Hub focused on the telecommunications, retail and banking sectors in Richardson, TX and hire 500 workers in the state by 2020.
A Tale Of Two Cities: Amazon Picks NYC, Northern Virginia For New HQ
After an epic site selection process, Amazon will invest $5 billion and create more than 50,000 jobs across two new headquarters. Plus, Nashville lands 5,000 jobs.
Specialty Chemical Maker Investing $17M In Michigan
Pacific Industrial Development Corp. will expand its Pittsfield Township, MI operations and create 50 high-tech jobs with help from a performance-based grant.
Miller Industries Expansion Creates 175 Jobs In Tennessee
Over a five-year period, the towing equipment manufacturer has made a significant investment to expand its operations in Ooltewah, TN.
KLA-Tencor Investing $70M In Michigan
The new research and development facility will create up to 500 new jobs in Ann Arbor, MI.
Mississippi Plays To Win
From auto to aero and every sector in-between, companies of all sizes and backgrounds are achieving success with a Mississippi location.
Salesforce Creating 600 Jobs In Georgia
The enterprise software company will invest $12.25 million to expand its regional headquarters in Atlanta's Buckhead district.
Wyoming: Microsoft Expansion Of Cheyenne Data Center Underway
The $200-million project, announced in 2015, was not needed until this year due to improved server efficiency.
Sweetwater To Create 1,000+ New Jobs In Northeast Indiana
The online retailer of music instruments and audio gear will invest more than $76.4 million to expand its 163-acre Fort Wayne headquarters campus.
Greater Houston: Greater Growth On The Texas Gulf Coast
Port Houston’s Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ #84) is one of the busiest in the nation.
Making A Splash In South Louisiana
The southern parishes of the Pelican State have got the secret sauce for success, matching a solid track record of growth with a unique quality of life.
Serta Simmons Bedding Opens Washington Manufacturing Plant
The new plant in Seattle, WA expands the company’s regional presence as part of $100 million manufacturing investment.
Microsoft Creating 200 New Jobs In Ireland
The expansion of Microsoft's team at its Dublin campus will help drive innovation and accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning for customers globally.
Overstock.com Picks Kansas City For New Distribution Center
The online retailer will create more than 100 jobs at its new 517,000-square-foot operation in Kansas City, KS.
South Carolina Governor Presented With 2017 State Of The Year Award
The Palmetto State earned Business Facilities' annual award by doubling down on its solid manufacturing base while diversifying into new growth sectors.
Continental Motors Investing $75 Million In Alabama Factory
The company's “Blue Marlin” project will transform its aircraft-engine manufacturing operations at the Mobile Aeroplex into an advanced manufacturing facility.
CVS Health Opens Retail Distribution Center In Missouri
The new facility in the Skyport Industrial Park will create more than 360 new jobs across the Kansas City, MO region.
New England’s Regional Defense Industry Collaboration
The new organization, funded with a $1.5-million grant from the department of defense, will coordinate the growth of defense-related business across the six-state region.
TCS Expands In Colorado, Adds 120 Employees In Denver
Tata Consultancy Services' new Denver office will increase its employee headcount and bring STEM and computational thinking programs to the state to help the local economy.
Michigan: Strong Partnerships, Stronger Growth
Michigan’s economic development team is working with more than 100 inter-local and corporate partners to develop growth strategies.
Startups: Knowledge-Based Heart Of Canada
Fredericton, Canada has developed an entrepreneurial hub that is a one-stop shop where startups can access a variety of programs to spur new businesses.
