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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.

Indiana 108
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Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way

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From the July/August 2014 issue. In less than four months, 2,830 homebuyers in 85 counties have reserved more than $360 million in financing, creating an estimated 1,400 new jobs. By Robert Tilton. Pat Quinn and state agencies are working together to advance Illinois. Quinn launched the Welcome Home Illinois program in April.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

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From the July/August 2014 issue . SL Tennessee will begin construction in August 2014 with a goal of being fully operational by April 2015. financed campaign to strong-arm state legislature in slowing the turbine effort down. By Business Facilities Staff. In January 2010, Tennessee passed the First to the Top Act (FTTT).

Louisiana 111
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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.). Gilbert is aggressively moving forward with a daring plan to revive two square miles of property with a variety of commercial enterprises, including hotels, casinos and retail stores. By Business Facilities Staff.

Metro 111
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State Focus: Minnesota’s Formula For Success

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. A network of companies serves these corporations including accounting and finance, marketing services, supply chain, information technology and research and development.

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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.

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Feature Story: Public-Private Partnerships – An Alliance For Progress That Works

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From the July/August 2014 issue. In May 2014, CoreNet selected the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance’s “CEO Council Successful HQ Marketing Plan” as a finalist for the H. In fiscal year 2013-2014, the state: won 164 projects, a 28 percent increase over 124 projects in 2010; saw $2.77 By Jenny Vickers. Photo: James Cavanaugh).

Florida 68