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FEATURE STORY: 2014 Economic Development Awards

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The focus of our 2014 Economic Development Awards is Achievement. Without further ado, here are the winners of our 2014 Economic Development Awards. This quickly expanding success story has earned the Georgia Department of Economic Development our 2014 Achievement in Cluster Development Award.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

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From the July/August 2014 issue . Tennessee also met the targets for the first half of the grant for establishing and implementing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) Hubs and Platform Schools to identify and disseminate high quality STEM practices. By Business Facilities Staff. 2 at 26 percent).

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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From the July/August 2014 issue. To read about the 2014 state rankings, visit this link.). Along with new renovations, Samsung’s Austin Research Center also grew its presence with about 200 engineers dedicated to design and development of the latest technologies for mobile application processors. By Business Facilities Staff.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Ontario Unveils Plans To Achieve An Energy Balance

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From the January/February 2014 issue. Procurements for 2014 electric capacity are 300 MW wind, 140 MW solar, 50 MW bioenergy and 50 MW hydro; 2015 procurements are identical except a slight narrowing of hydro to 45 MW. The ministry will seek to launch this procurement process in early 2014. Photo: Flickr.com.). million and 55.8

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Snapshots: 60 Seconds… With Michael Finney, President And CEO, Michigan Economic Development

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From the May/June 2014 issue. MF: The program is open to virtually all business expansions with the exception of retail and retention projects. We give preference to businesses that need assistance for deal-closing or those second-stage companies that need gap financing. By the Business Facilities Staff.

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State Focus: Minnesota’s Formula For Success

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The Twin Cities—the state’s economic engine—had the lowest unemployment rate of any major metropolitan area in the country. The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. By Robert Tilton. jobless rate.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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The dedicated technology hub will help accelerate the Fortune 50 company’s technology transformation, serving as the epicenter for the team Lowe’s is hiring to help modernize its IT systems and build future retail experiences. The Utility Account helps rural communities finance necessary infrastructure upgrades to attract future business.