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JUNE 6, 2014

President Obama has awarded Chicago a $70 million grant from the Department of Defense to build a $320-million Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. Mark Kirk, representatives from UI Labs and World Business Chicago, and various industry partners who supported the winning bid were at the White House for the announcement. “We

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MAY 12, 2015

Every blog I’ve written for the award-winning HardHatChat popped up, interviews with media about the state of Chicago construction jobs – it was all there. Or how often do you visit their websites to see what they consider the latest retail and shopping mall news? More importantly, he believed in his team, which believed in the blog.

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APRIL 12, 2016

The other day I was talking with a Chicago-area client who didn’t realize Englewood is a national general contractor that manages national commercial construction projects across the country. He asked me, “You only have offices in Chicago, right? So how does that work?”. It can be a time saver, as well as a money saver.

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AUGUST 21, 2012

If you’re opening a new Target location in Seattle and your short list of retail construction contractors are local GCs who have built other Targets, it’s the best of both worlds – local GC with knowledge of your brand standard. Education construction can go either way. What’s your project?

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Trish Donnally MFPRO+ Blog Higher Education University Buildings Multifamily Housing Affordable Housing Senior Living Design Student Housing Designers Architects Projects Sustainable Development To say the United States is facing an affordable housing crisis is a major understatement.

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JANUARY 19, 2010

Because without skilled subcontractors a commercial construction general contractor is just a guy in an office. However, billing requirements and title trusts may differ from one retail construction project to the next, so educate your subs on filling out reports and billing. Most importantly, pay your subs on time.

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MARCH 21, 2023

Two recent examples in Chicago are the Green Exchange and the Regal Mile Movie Studio Complex: Both were former large warehouses adapted to bring new life and usefulness to the community. But there is one potential project in particular that has us excited; the redevelopment of Chicago city-owned property at 1769 W.

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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. This venture capital fund allocated with $2.3

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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.

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OCTOBER 22, 2012

Illinois has a broad economic base with Chicago in the northeast; small industrial cities and great agricultural productivity in the central and western regions; and natural resources like coal, timber and petroleum in the south. Chicago in particular is a major player in business. Wheeling, IL: Mastering The Art Of Collaboration.

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MARCH 14, 2013

462 buildings); Chicago (353); New York (325); and Atlanta (304). With 528 buildings totaling 112.5 million sf, Los Angeles topped the EPA's ranking of the U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings in 2012. Rounding out the top five are Washington, D.C. read more.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 6, 2023

The discussions are highly educational and not everyone agrees, which provokes further debate—a good thing! Yet, quick analysis by knowledgeable, educated people in our industry—after I’d given them the details—called it “five bucks.” The number, when it was totaled back at the office, left everyone in shock. Walk on by?

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OCTOBER 11, 2017

CHICAGO AIMS FOR THE TOP OF THE TECH CHART. Chicago is rising up in ranks to become the next big place for technology innovation. Chicago’s Digital Manufacturing and Design Institute (DMDII), has partnered with McKinsey & Co. Chicago’s Digital Manufacturing and Design Institute (DMDII), has partnered with McKinsey & Co.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2013

CHICAGO EXEC ANCHORS WHEELING. 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. Atlantic Aviation.

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JULY 20, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. The mixed-use project will include retail, office, residential and entertainment spaces. A Chicago-based partner who joined Trahan brought to bear his experience at Skidmore Owings & Merrill on a series of convention-center projects in China. Book Reviews. Information Technology.

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AUGUST 5, 2013

These include transportation carriers of all kinds, as well as warehousing, distribution, third-party logistics services, manufacturers’ operations, retailers and distributers who may have their own distribution centers. You know if the white shirt should go to Kansas and the blue shirt should go to Chicago or the other way around.”.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013

As a result, the report anticipates that 2014 may be the year that many investors who have traditionally focused mainly on large established markets such as Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco and Washington, will be expanding their focus to other cities in order to protect capital. Markets to Watch. The post U.S.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2014

In an effort to expedite the needs of investors and companies searching for property to build office space, production facilities and warehouses, Entergy Corporation developed the Louisiana Site Selection Center. In addition to the mammoth Sasol project, Chicago Bridge and Iron has opened a new $100-million facility.

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JULY 6, 2016

And those pro-business factors are evident in Brunswick County with low operating costs, exceptional transportation and utility infrastructure, a strong commitment to education and workforce development and the commitment to work in partnership with business. Chicago is the nation’s rail hub that connects six of the seven class one railroads.

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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.

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APRIL 18, 2013

Less Taxing,” aired for six months in the NY/NJ/CT, Boston and Chicago markets. The Internet company received a $2-million incentive package (tied to job-creation commitments) for its relocation to the 100,000-square-foot office. The campaign, built on the tagline of “Life. Most recently, the Lincoln WIB was brought into the group.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 6, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. EFH owns Texas power generator Luminant Energy, retailer TXU Energy and 80% of transmission and distribution utility Oncor Electric Delivery. Kurt Knipp becomes chief operating officer of Environmental Systems Design Inc. Chicago, as a result of a July 20 acquisition, the new parent tells ENR.

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MAY 1, 2013

The region’s educated workforce, proximity to marketplace and access to water help make it a good place to do business with highways I-84, I-87, NY-17 and I-86; Stewart International Airport; the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Amtrak, CSX and Norfolk Southern rail service; and bus and port service providing transportation options.

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MARCH 19, 2014

A new model for working together was championed by the Joplin Area Chamber whereby the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Small Business & Technology Development Center (SBTDC) of Missouri Southern State University shared space with the Chamber in their offices in order to have a “one-stop” Business Recovery Center.

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OCTOBER 22, 2012

Not only is there a deep pool of existing workers who have experience in the logistics field, but education facilities throughout the Hoosier Energy region also have begun to develop training curriculum materials that are specifically tailored to meet the needs of logistics firms. Crowder College is a source for customized technical training.

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MAY 12, 2014

Located in the heart of Illinois; in the great Midwest; within 200 miles of metropolitan areas of Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Quality higher education is available through local and regional offerings. Several parochial schools provide additional educational choices. DECATUR, IL RULES THE HEARTLAND.

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

The company has added new engineering and production test cells, an enlarged energy center and a new office building to assemble the QSK95 and QSK120, the most powerful high-speed diesel engines in the world. In addition to educational opportunities, Ruston has many advantages for new and expanding businesses.

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AUGUST 20, 2014

The CEO Council has coordinated such corporate headquarter relocations and expansions as Altadis USA, Anthem Education, Camposol USA, Emerson Latin America, Nyrstar, Parallon, Private Jet Charter, SmartWater CSI, Stemtech International and Wendy’s Latin America/Caribbean. “I This economic development model has been fruitful for the region.

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

Called the Alabama Robotic Technology Park (RTP), the project is helping to move Alabama to the forefront of education, training and technology. One of our struggles has been keeping up with the demand for multi-craft industrial maintenance techs and welders,” said Jacqueline Allen, AIDT’s Public Information Officer. “We

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AUGUST 1, 2014

Nowhere is this more evident that in the unprecedented cooperation between higher education resources and business in LA. Department of Education recently released its assessment of the progress made by recipients of Race to the Top (RTTP)?funding funding in the first three years of the program.

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AUGUST 1, 2014

The Austin Chamber of Commerce, Travis County and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism were key players in bringing the project to fruition. Lexington is a diversified growth engine for health and educational services, technology, retail trade, and manufacturing. In late 2013, Gov.

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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 oil and gas services company built a 50,000-square-foot research and development facility in 2016 and plans to add a manufacturing facility and corporate office building on-site in the future.

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JULY 26, 2012

The recently released sustainability and energy “scorecard” by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) demonstrates just how successful GSA has been at reducing costs, improving efficiency and eliminating waste. Ahold USA Retail. Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters. City of Atlanta, Office of Sustainability.

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APRIL 12, 2016

Custom training at a NM public educational institution may also be covered. Companies that manufacture or produce a product in New Mexico, non-retail service companies that export a substantial percentage of services out of state (50 percent+ of revenues and/or customer base) and certain green industries are eligible.

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JULY 24, 2019

The region has some of the nation’s largest industry concentrations in metals, plastics, biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, production technology, automotive, office furniture and food processing. These efforts are paying off as jobs are being created in construction, hospitality, transportation, retail and healthcare. Former Gov.

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JULY 15, 2014

CVS produces “Grab Apples” from locally grown apples that are sliced, packaged and shipped to local schools, retail markets, restaurants and their distributors. Each location lists property information, demographics and workforce information to educate prospective businesses on the economic and environmental landscape of Arkansas.

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

Here’s a sampling of Boulder’s poetic enticement: Well-educated, fit and fun-sized mountain town is looking for a strong, successful company who knows what it wants and isn’t afraid to take it. Since we’re big fans of creative bordering on ludicrous, let’s all give a shout-out to the city of Stonecrest, GA.

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