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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Biotech, A Recession-Proof Growth Sector

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The strength of the bioscience industry is seen when compared to other leading knowledge-based industries, such as information technology services, aerospace, computer equipment and finance and insurance, all of which recorded net job losses during the same period. Illinois Medical District Thrives.

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

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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. Arlington Heights is a growing, thriving community just northwest of Chicago, home to 76,000 residents with an average household income of $95,000. Quinn said.

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Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now

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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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LOCATION FOCUS: The Heartland of America Beats Strong

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It is situated at the geographic center of the nation and is the crossroads for a wide range of business sectors, including manufacturing, finance, agriculture, technology and warehousing and distribution. Chicago in particular is a major player in business. percent of the workforce has gained education beyond high school.

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Pulse: 08/20/2012

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Environment. Illinois Ivanhoe Cambridge and Hines, two major real estate developers, are planning to build River Point , an office building, in downtown Chicagos West Loop neighborhood. acre public park built over rail tracks, which will connect the office tower to the Chicago Riverwalk. Chicago, 60603.

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Feature Story: Aiming For The Top In Utah

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Taking office in the midst of the Great Recession, with unemployment in Utah peaking at 8.4 Herbert’s economic development effort has been built around six strategically targeted growth clusters, including aerospace/defense, life sciences, IT/software, energy, finance and outdoor products/recreation. Jon Huntsman was named U.S.

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U.S. Architect To Design Major China Project | ENR: Engineering.

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Environment. 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. Search our site: Infrastructure. Transportation. Water & Dams.

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