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DECEMBER 6, 2017

I owa’s leaders have an ambitious target for the state’s workforce education goals. Governor Kim Reynolds is calling on educators, employers and legislators to collaborate to add 120,000 Iowans with postsecondary degrees or credentials to the state’s workforce by 2025. Iowa consistently earns high marks for its education climate.

Iowa 43

Iowa Site Illinois Education 43

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OCTOBER 22, 2012

The state boasts an excellent transportation infrastructure that makes it a natural and cost-effective location for any business. Louis are Foreign Trade Zones, providing low-cost production and warehousing facilities for imported and export-bound products. percent of the workforce has gained education beyond high school.

America 45

America Illinois Airports Chicago 45

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AUGUST 13, 2013

Food processing also increases the seasonal availability of many foods and enables transportation of perishables across long distances, creating more diverse food opportunities. CVS produces “Grab Apples” from locally grown apples that are sliced, packaged and shipped to local schools, retail markets, restaurants and their distributors.

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Products Industrial New York United States 53

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

A major logistics trend on the rise is autonomous road transportation—no drivers needed. Autonomous forklifts and robot arms load, unload and transport goods within the warehouse area, connecting to one another and forming flexible conveyor belts. By the BF Staff. From the September/October 2017 Issue.

Nashville 51

Nashville Airports Transportation Louisiana 51

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

percent and transportation and warehousing which grew by 3.8 Cape Coral hosts diverse investment zones, commercial corridors and industrial parks suitable for a wide range of corporate and entrepreneurial pursuits. New conceptual plans offer two options: as a new Retail District or an Office Park.

Florida 46

Florida Tampa Airports Miami 46

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

According to the Chicago Tribune , “The fund will award convertible notes initially ranging from $100,000 to $500,000 to early-stage Illinois-based companies working in renewable energy, energy efficiency, smart grid, next-generation transportation and water resource management. Existing Foreign Trade Zone and U.S.

Illinois 51

Illinois Arlington Chicago Airports 51

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AUGUST 21, 2017

Competing in today’s global market can be demanding, so you want to be in a thriving business region with all the right amenities: safety, modern and convenient transportation and technological infrastructure, and a positive environment for your business sector and your employees. SOUTHERN GEM: CAPE CORAL IS NO. 1 FOR GROWTH POTENTIAL.

Florida 72

Florida Tampa Airports Employment 72

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013

Building from an agribusiness base, the state today is thriving and competitive in manufacturing, professional services and wholesale and retail trades. Highly skilled and educated workforce. Excellent transportation corridors. Kansas offers a diverse economy perfect for your business. Low operating costs and low cost of living.

Kansas 49

Kansas Wichita Income Infrastructure 49

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FEBRUARY 25, 2013

Current transportation inefficiencies create major issues with congestion, pollution and public safety. Given that it’s a substantial distance from any coasts or borders, Hendricks County, Indiana might seem to be a surprising place for a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ). Foreign-trade zones help U.S. TUPELO/LEE FTZ: 15M SQ.

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Chicago Oakland 40

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MARCH 22, 2016

Fast and efficient transportation and logistics infrastructure also fuels the growth of this industry, as well as international markets (L.A. Brampton’s young, educated and diverse labor force is matched by its ideal location. Brampton is also at the center of Canada’s major transportation corridors and close to the U.S.

Indiana 40

Indiana New Jersey Employment Industrial 40

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MAY 1, 2013

They encompass landscapes that range from farms, forests, rivers and lakes to mountains, towns and urban cities and a transportation infrastructure with airports, highways, waterways, subways, bridges and tunnels to help move its more than 19 million residents where they need to go. Western New York provides both city and suburban living.

New York 49

New York Airports New York City Industrial 49

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We’re seeing a lot of repurposed assets that are underutilized or not in high demand, such as department stores or retail centers, being converted to hotels or mixed-use developments. That said, all signs point to consumers asking more educated, detailed questions in the future.

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Sustainability Materials Environment Green 52

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

Food processing also increases the seasonal availability of many foods and enables transportation of perishable foods across long distances, creating more diverse food opportunities. And while it may take food processors more time and money to produce the product, with retail sales growing each year, it may be worth it in the end.

Industrial 47

Industrial New York Products Organization 47

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OCTOBER 16, 2012

The City’s major business sectors include Manufacturing, Retail and Wholesale Trade, Food and Beverage, Information and Communication Technology, and Life Sciences. Their reason to choose Brampton was location, and at the centre of Canada’s major transportation corridors— and close to Toronto Pearson International Airport.

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Green Airports America Employment 40

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JULY 23, 2013

In our wireless world, mobile and broadband networks create economic opportunities for health care, manufacturing, education, transportation and public safety, and virtually every other economic section.”. Retail Business in Charlotte and for its Global Technology & Operations organization in Cary.

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

Food processing also increases the seasonal availability of many foods and enables transportation of perishable foods across long distances, creating more diverse food opportunities. And while it may take food processors more time and money to produce the product, with retail sales growing each year, it may be worth it in the end.

New York 40

New York Products Organization Industrial 40

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MAY 12, 2014

SelectUSA states that “A highly integrated supply chain network in the United States links producers and consumers through multiple transportation modes, including air and express delivery services, freight rail, maritime transport and truck transport. logistics and transportation industry totaled $1.33

Industrial 57

Industrial New Mexico Railroad Airports 57

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MAY 15, 2013

Key Incentives: Emerging Technology Fund, Enterprise Zones, Skills Development Fund, Renewable Energy Incentives, TX Industry Development Loan Program. The City intends to create a financially feasible, operationally self–sustainable signature facility that will promote economic development, create jobs and enhance educational offerings.

Austin 73

Austin Texas Innovation Industrial 73

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

percent); Trade, Transportation & Utilities (3.0 percent); Education & Health Services (2.4 percent in 2012, retail sales will grow at an average pace of 3.7 This is due in part to the fact that economic recovery in Florida is feeding into retail sales. percent); Professional and Business Services (5.6 percent).”.

Florida 74

Florida Zoning Airports Employment 74

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Mary’s leading position including incredible ease getting materials and finished good into and out of the area via a multi-modal transportation network including, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, a Class 1 rail system and Highway 90 (future I-49), an interstate quality 4-lane highway. Essentially, the region is in the midst of a ‘boom.”

Louisiana 72

Louisiana Airports Zoning Transportation 72

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

Taking advantage of that strong educational and training foundation is the new BRIDG (Building the Innovation Development Gap) facility at NeoCity in Osceola County. The excellent support we have received from Bay County EDA, Governor Rick Scott’s office, higher educational partners and The St. Photo: Enterprise Florida).

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

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MAY 19, 2016

BF: PA recently allocated $18 million in Keystone Innovation Zone Tax Credits to support 239 early-stage companies in growth sectors including information technology and advanced manufacturing. How does the KIZ program work and who is eligible to receive funding? Dennis Davin, Secretary, Pennsylvania DCED.

Pennsylvania 41

Pennsylvania Transportation Zoning Finance 41

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AUGUST 30, 2017

The Granite Ridge Development District: The creation of the Granite Ridge Development District, a 913-acre commercial and entertainment zone, involved policy changes as well as active investment attraction. Waterstone Retail of Needham, MA has a 500,000-square-foot center underway with Phase 1 now open and Phase 2 approved by the city.

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire 52

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FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Mesa Mayor Scott Smith, City Manager Chris Brady and Economic Development Director Bill Jabjiniak assisted Apple with its Foreign Trade Zone application to provide real and personal property tax relief for Apple’s investment in the Mesa site. Mesa also processed the required permits expeditiously. FILM INDUSTRY GROWS IN GA.

Deals 107

Deals Georgia Arizona Atlanta 107

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MAY 8, 2017

As the IEDC's second annual celebratory week for Economic Development begins today, here are some tips about how your location can participate. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Site Conference America Zoning 41

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

Another popular economic development incentive offered by the state is the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, which enables local communities to partner with the State of Texas to promote job creation and significant private investment, helping assist economically distressed areas of the state. billion in capital investment.

Texas 49

Texas Education Airports Zoning 49

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AUGUST 5, 2019

Known for its roots in agriculture, education and healthcare, Lubbock’s economy is often perceived as a three-legged stool. The rapid success of the park is due much in part to the completion of significant transportation projects that have made Tomball more accessible than ever. Tomball’s collective strength is at an all-time high.

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Site Iowa Georgia Wisconsin 87

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APRIL 28, 2016

And while baby boomer retirement and economic expansion are two major reasons, it is perpetuated by the lack of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field graduates and the lack of preparation the education system offers students to verse them in mathematical and scientific concepts.

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Industrial Utah Indiana New Jersey 40

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OCTOBER 17, 2012

North Central Florida prospers with natural resources, convenience to large markets and intermodal transportation channels such as rail systems and commercial airports. With an educated workforce of more than 1.6 Two Foreign Trade Zones; I-75, I-4, and I-95; the Florida Turnpike; four U.S.

Florida 40

Florida Airports Transportation Infrastructure 40

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APRIL 15, 2014

Property Tax Abatements: The Tax Incentive Reform Act of 1992 (TIRA) allows qualified industries to receive abatements of non-educational property taxes for new businesses locating to Alabama and for expansions of existing facilities in Alabama. Enterprise Zone Credit or Exemption: The Alabama Enterprise Zone Act (Act.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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MARCH 21, 2014

ENTERPRISE ZONE CREDIT: To stimulate growth in depressed areas of the state, Alabama offers certain tax credit incentives to business that locate or expand within a designated enterprise zone. The requirements are: Program must have written approval from the Alabama Department of Education.

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Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

percent in 2011 with top exporting industries that included petroleum and coal products, chemicals, computer and electronic products, non-electrical machinery and transportation equipment. Medical, manufacturing, technology, retail and many other businesses continue to choose Waxahachie as their home. It outperformed overall U.S.

Texas 45

Texas Fort Worth Dallas Airports 45

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AUGUST 1, 2014

Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. Lexington is a diversified growth engine for health and educational services, technology, retail trade, and manufacturing.

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Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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MARCH 28, 2014

Businesses will be able to locate in these zones and operate 100 percent tax-free for 10 years (no income, business, sales or property taxes and no franchise fees). Program instructors can be either full- or part-time educators, vendors, subject matter experts or professional trainers from the business. Synthetic natural gas.

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Indiana NJ Georgia Kentucky 108

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

3 Rivers Connect is a nonprofit agency that helps individuals, educators and community leaders use information and technology to make the best possible decisions about the allocation of resources and delivery of services. eStockIt.com in Hollywood is an online retailer of restaurant, janitorial and office supplies.

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Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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MARCH 8, 2016

Commercial District Revolving Loan Funds: ESD has capitalized over $600,000, making funds available to five community-based corporations to administer and make loans to small retail and service businesses in their service areas. Research and development, high technology, service and other non-retail commercial enterprises. Eligibility.

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New York Finance Products Commercial 40

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APRIL 12, 2016

Two unique state programs are the winners of our Achievement in Public-Private Partnership awards: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) , for its Rapid Bridge Replacement Project; and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority for the Edison Innovation Fund. agriculture, construction, gambling, healthcare and retail).

Indiana 40

Indiana New York New Jersey Wisconsin 40