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LOCATION FOCUS: The Heartland of America Beats Strong

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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. percent of the workforce has gained education beyond high school.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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Southwest view of the Fort Lauderdale International Airport. percent); Education & Health Services (2.4 Now, Florida’s leaders are committed to expanding upon that foundation by making sure the business community knows that Florida is open for business. In fact, Florida’s infrastructure is ranked #1 in America.

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FEATURE STORY: State of the Year – Tennessee

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The state has put in place a solid foundation for robust job creation for years to come.”. In addition to retaining its automotive crown, Tennessee notched top 10 finishes in Best Business Climate, Best Infrastructure, Renewable Energy Leaders (Power Generation) and Best Education Climate. RACING TO THE TOP IN EDUCATION.

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Industry Focus: Aerospace Sector Is Flying High Again

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Bristow Group’s Americas Region, strategically headquartered in New Iberia, has operated for over 50 years in North America. Comprising operations in North America, South America, Latin America and Trinidad, it primarily provides crew transport services to offshore drilling rigs and production platforms in the Gulf of Mexico.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Facets of Florida

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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 Its seaports and airports create a cost competitive logistics and distribution network with access to the global economy.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In addition, Decatur’s diverse economic foundation includes major operations for Tate & Lyle, another agri-business leader and the Mueller Company, a worldwide leader of water distribution products. Quality higher education is available through local and regional offerings. Quality of life also is a Decatur attribute.

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

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Served by three interstate highways: I-90, I-290 and I-355, Arlington Heights is conveniently located only 10 miles from O’Hare International Airport and five miles from Chicago Executive Airport. At Chicago Executive Airport (CEA), Atlantic Aviation completed construction of a new hangar. DECATUR: POISED FOR DEVELOPMENT.