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Are There Lessons From the Great Recession for the COVID-19 Pandemic?

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Is it profitable? Erickson, who founded Grayhawk Homes in 1992, grew it into the largest volume builder in Columbus, Ga., Hovnanian Homes , he offered buyers the opportunity to reserve their desired home site for 30 days or more (the length of time could be negotiated or determined by the builder) with a small refundable deposit.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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Gaining Honorable Mention Awards in this category were Greater MSP (Minneapolis Saint Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership) and Columbus (OH) 2020. Operation Oswego County (OOC) is a private, non-profit organization that works to enhance, promote and protect the business and industrial climate of Oswego County.

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FEATURE STORY: Nothing Matters More Than Talent

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Florida’s Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) grants provide funding for customized training to existing for-profit businesses. In March, National Cash Register (NCR) Corporation, a leading provider of ATMs, opened a second Columbus, GA, facility. Quick Start has helped launched dozens of successful projects in the state.