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Business Report: Illinois Leaders Form Non-Profit to Spur Job Creation

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“We have among the best assets in the world, including unparalleled access to global markets with our five international airports, seven Class I railroads, the third largest interstate highway system in the country, the third largest intermodal port in the world, and more. The Wheeling plant will be Richelieu’s fifth. and Grundy Center, Iowa.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

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Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing the state’s strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. Baton Rouge, LA has been named our top-ranked metro for Economic Growth Potential.

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State Focus: Minnesota’s Formula For Success

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The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. Minnesotans, ingrained with a strong Midwestern work ethic, are frequently cited for their high productivity, motivation and low absenteeism. The list includes Target Corp.,

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A Blueprint For Success In Rural Colorado

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A total of 17 communities across Colorado will be involved in initiatives that include branding, coworking, film production, outdoor recreation and tourism promotion. OEDIT is committed to building rural economies through a variety of innovative programs and initiatives,” Copeland said. “We Accessible by air, rail and highway.

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Food Processing: Generating Growth for Good Eats

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Consumers want more variety and niche products, forcing large companies to begin building their portfolios around smaller brands. Chicago, our third-ranked city for Food Processing Employment Leaders, has long been a center for the conversion of raw farm products into edible goods. It all begins at peoplepoweredeconomy.ca.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Joplin Area Rises From The Rubble And Reaches For New Heights

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O’Brian discussed the innovative approach taken towards recovery. Commercial air service is available at Joplin Regional Airport and three other major airports within 90 minutes drive time. Companies in the Joplin Metro area benefit from a productive, available labor pool of more than 93,000 people.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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The expansion includes retrofitting their main fab to logic chips to supply mobile and tablet production. Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. Samsung Electronics Co.,

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