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SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Southwest view of the Fort Lauderdale International Airport. From the July/August 2013 issue. According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright.

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Florida Zoning Airports Employment 74

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AUGUST 19, 2013

Chairman and CEO David Storch have announced the company will establish a 750-job aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operation at Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, LA. million toward construction of the $21.5 Louisiana committed $17.5 million Hangar H. We welcome AAR Corp. to our region.”.

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MAY 5, 2016

A fter several years of job losses, aerospace and defense sector employment is expected to grow in 2016 by more than 39,000 jobs in the U.S., This reverses a five-year trend that resulted in employment decreases of 9.4 aerospace and defense sector continues to be one of the top employers in the U.S. Acadiana is home to PHI, Inc.,

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

From the July/August 2013 issue. s commercial banking anticipate the state’s real GDP (adjusted for inflation, it is the output of all goods and services produced by workers and property in the state) to increase to $443 billion in 2013, an increase of 3 percent from $430 billion in 2012. percent in 2013 and 6.7 billion in 2011.

Ohio 63

Ohio Airports Industrial Columbus 63

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JULY 6, 2016

trillion dollars on logistics in 2013, a 2.3 percent in 2013 and 8.3 Freight shipment volumes started 2014 at or below 2013 levels, rose through the spring, dropped al little during summer, peaked during August and September, and finally fell close to where they started at the beginning of the year. Midwest Airports.

Roads 41

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

According to the Illinois Government News Network (IGNN), “In 2013, 3,000 families purchased homes through one of IHDA’s programs, generating 1,500 jobs and infusing $70 million into Illinois’ economy. were named to the 2013 “Inc. percent in 2013, down from 7.7 Both Paylocity and Aurico Reports, Inc. percent in 2012.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

The Deloitte study, which is the most comprehensive look at the aerospace/defense sector, projects overall growth of about five percent this year, matching the trends recorded in 2012 and 2013. percent in 2001 to an estimated 31 percent in 2013. The facility, which opened in 2011, assembles several lines of executive jets.

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Industrial Products Michigan Defense 60

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JANUARY 7, 2014

From the September/October 2013 issue. s easy access to foreign markets via Port Everglades and the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. million at the Davie site, which will include the construction of the additional space as well as investment within its existing facility. By Ed Felton . Our Anda, Inc.

Florida 69

Florida Industrial Products Employment 69

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OCTOBER 22, 2012

Illinois is home to one of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago’s O’Hare International and a major commuter hub at Midway Airport. In addition, the state has more than 137 public use airports, 270 heliports and 840 aviation facilities. Scheduled for completion in late 2013 is a $69 million full-access tollway interchange.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2013

From the September/October 2013 issue. We are very fortunate to have ADM as our leading employer and to be the home of its North American headquarters. In the last four years alone, the EDC has worked with local, state and federal partners to access nearly $20 million in assistance to local employers. 36 and U.S.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2013

From the January/February 2013 issue. The Village of Wheeling’s manufacturing base is anchored around its general aviation airport, Chicago Executive Airport, the third busiest in Chicagoland. Chicago Executive Airport serves as a hub for business and industry and as a logical magnet drawing businesses to the area.

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MAY 6, 2014

One of the prime reasons for Islip’s attractiveness to local, national and international businesses is the proximity these businesses have to Long Island MacArthur Airport (LIMA), which the Federal Aviation Administration has defined as being on-par with LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy Airport.

New York 67

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FEBRUARY 11, 2014

From the September/October 2013 issue. There are good sites to develop because of our infrastructure which includes six ports, interstate highway, railway, airports, a large pipeline system, a loyal and productive workforce, and training facilities,” Swift says. Credit: Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance).

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FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Tennessee has been named Business Facilities’ 2013 State of the Year. Runners-up in the 2013 competition included Utah, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Pennsylvania. The Volunteer State’s strong across-the-board showing in BF ‘s 2013 Rankings Report also factored into its State of the Year triumph. manufacturing facilities.

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MARCH 12, 2014

A primary focus for those in workforce development is to bridge the gap between employers and potential employees, addressing the issues of skills training and talent building. During 2013 alone, AIDT delivered recruitment, screening and training services for 159 companies, representing 29,286 new jobs in Alabama. MADE IN ALABAMA.

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MAY 1, 2013

From the March/April 2013 issue. 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.

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JANUARY 3, 2013

Then they headed for the airport before you could say E-I-E-I-O. When 2013 dawned, folks in the NY/NJ area were happy to learn that along with the rest of the country we could stop stockpiling half-and-half. We always wondered what happened to Charlie the Tuna.

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Green Puerto Rico Debt Samoa 65

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

percent, construction which grew by 3.9 Three international airports, three major seaports, seven executive airports, and 40 colleges and universities as well as 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of waterways, 40 golf courses, and average yearly temperatures of 82°F are only some of the reasons to relocate to the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.

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Florida Tampa Airports Miami 46

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

From the September/October 2013 issue. Through the end of January 2013, the TETF has allocated more than $200 million in funds to 140 early stage companies, and $216 million in grant matching and research superiority funds to Texas universities. Hands-on training at Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center. Credit: Lubbock EDA.).

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Texas Education Airports Zoning 49

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DECEMBER 28, 2015

Hoosier Energy continues to construct a power generation fleet with sufficient capacity to meet the needs of future business expansion. Southern Indiana supports business air transport from three locations: Louisville International Airport with a UPS Worldport, Louisville’s largest employer, with its own control tower.

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Indiana Plans Columbus Louisville 40

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JULY 10, 2013

From the May/June 2013 issue. percent growth supported by its robust export industry, and it is on track to meet its 5 percent target for 2013. At the start of 2013, the taxable net profit rate is 20 percent, a reduction of 3 percent from the 2012 accounting year. Photo: Thailand Board of Investment.). By Bill Trüb.

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MARCH 28, 2014

The county is situated along I-95 with 5 interstate interchanges and it is within an easy drive to four major airports—Dulles, Reagan National, Baltimore Washington International and Richmond. Stafford Regional Airport recently opened a new 10,000-square-foot terminal. A BUSINESS FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT. BOSWELL’S CORNER MOVES FORWARD.

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Virginia Infrastructure Washington Baltimore 45

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JANUARY 14, 2014

From the September/October 2013 issue. Recently you may have heard that Indianapolis International Airport is offering daily nonstop flights to both Los Angeles and San Francisco. Rendering of Hoosier Energy’s new LEED headquarters building under construction in Bloomington, Indiana. By Dominique Cantelme. and San Francisco.

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Indiana America Roads Indianapolis 49

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

Two of the leading employers, UPMC and West Penn Allegheny Health System, together account for more than 50,000 jobs. After more than 18 years of planning, work finally began in late January on a new, 8,000-foot-long runway at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Pittsburgh, PA. Little Rock, AR: Regional Growth Center.

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Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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MARCH 19, 2014

The EF-5 tornado destroyed or substantially damaged 531 employers in the city and put more than 5,200 jobs at risk. At this point, 88 percent of the employers affected by the tornado have reopened and over 95 percent of the jobs have been retained. Employment in Joplin is now at pre-recession levels. A NEW VISION FOR SCHOOLS.

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AUGUST 13, 2013

From the May/June 2013 issue. The county’s devoted Workforce Development Board looks for ways to bring potential employees and employers together and coordinates with colleges and vocational schools to provide courses that enhance worker skills. Picture here is a fermentation and culturing room. Photo: TheBatavian.com.).

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Products Industrial New York United States 53

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MAY 12, 2016

One of the prime reasons for Islip’s attractiveness to local, national, and international businesses is the proximity these businesses have to Long Island— MacArthur Airport (LIMA), which the Federal Aviation Administration has defined as being on-par with LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy Airport.

New York 40

New York Innovation New York City Airports 40

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JUNE 19, 2014

million aviation technical school is nearing completion at the Fairhope Airport Industrial Park, designated at an Alabama AdvantageSite. The latest designation happened in April, when the Fairhope Airport Industrial Park in Baldwin County received the AdvantageSite certification. ALABAMA SITES ARE READY FOR JOB-CREATING GROWTH.

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AUGUST 29, 2013

From the May/June 2013 issue. The General Services Administration’s (GSA) Mid-Atlantic Region and the Social Security Administration (SSA) are collaborating to design and construct the SSA’s new National Support Center in Urbana, MD. Conceptual layout of the Social Security Administration’s new data center in Urbana.

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Maryland Baltimore Electrical Houston 53

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APRIL 8, 2014

Construction of wind turbines set a record in 4Q 2013 with 10,900 megawatts of capacity being added; nationwide, nearly 50,000 turbines have been installed. Early estimates for 2013 production project that output in PA topped 3 trillion cubic feet last year. By Jenny Vickers and Jack Rogers. From the March/April 2014 issue.

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MARCH 26, 2013

Facility construction is expected to be complete by the fall. Indiana is home to more than 11,000 total highway miles, four international airports and 4,165 miles of active rail track. “Celadon’s commitment to Hoosiers reflects a growing confidence in the business climate in our state,” said Pence.

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APRIL 15, 2014

It allows for the construction of roads, bridges, etc. Industrial Revenue Bonds: May be used as long-term financing of up to 100% of a project for: Acquisition of land, buildings, site preparation and improvements; Construction of buildings; Acquisition and installation of furnishings, fixtures and equipment; Capitalizable soft costs (e.g.,

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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MARCH 22, 2016

The metropolis of Los Angeles was the top food processing location in BF ’s 2015 Metro Rankings Report, earning the number one ranking in our metro Food Processing Employment Leaders category, edging Greater Toronto’s burgeoning food processing hub and the traditional food processing crossroads of Chicago as king of the foodies.

Indiana 40

Indiana New Jersey Employment Industrial 40

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The bill also includes incentives for oil and gas exploration in unexplored basins within the State, as well as tax credits for the construction of natural gas storage facilities and tax breaks to attract small research and technology companies to Alaska. The first group of the State’s enterprise zones was set to expire in 2013.

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MAY 19, 2014

Over the next three years, the company will invest $60 million in new construction and the refurbishment of existing facilities. 1 of America’s 10 Great Places to Live in August 2013. From the March/April 2014 issue. Dassault Falcon Jet plans to increase the size of its plant (pictured above) in Little Rock, AR.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2013

From the January/February 2013 issue. Proximity to the customer base represented by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was a key factor in Porsche’s selection of the Aerotropolis site, the location of a former Ford Motor Company plant. With this expansion, Mando will become the largest employer in Meriwether County. “We

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Georgia Atlanta Deals United States 52

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

By December 2011, Texas employers had replaced all of the jobs shed during the recession compared with the nation’s 44 percent recovery. In July 2012, XCOR announced the creation of its new Commercial Space Research and Development Center headquarters at the Midland International Airport. Rick Perry.

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