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BUSINESS REPORT: Stafford County – Where Connectivity And Opportunity Intersect

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The East Coast’s primary north-south passenger rail line bisects Stafford, with CSX and Amtrak service complemented by Virginia Railway Express, which provides commuter service to DC. A BUSINESS FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT. An excellent education network of primary and secondary schools appeals to employers and employees alike.

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Workforce Training: Engineering A Skilled Workforce

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McAuliffe signed Executive Order 23 establishing “The New Virginia Economy” Workforce Initiative which laid out plans to overhaul Virginia’s economy in four ways: increasing postsecondary education and workforce credentials; securing employment for veterans; aligning education with the needs of businesses; and diversifying the economy.

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Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now

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In May 2017, the state launched an “Innovation Campus” that aims to accelerate the commercialization of research and position Rhode Island as a center of high value employment. All of these programs are helping attract and retain the tech talent our new employers and existing employers need,” said Pryor. Photo: Matthew Benham).

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Rapid Growth Leads 2U To New Maryland HQ

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The company’s priority in developing a rewarding and high-energy work environment earned them a place on the 2015 lists of The Washington Post ‘s “‘Top Workplace” and DC Inno’s “10 Coolest Companies.”

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Lessons from a Post-COVID19 Construction Lawyer

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Over the next month, I answered countless phone call and emails, asking about safety and employment issues in the construction industry. Weeks four through six had me revising safety policies and employment policies to deal with the impact of COVID-19 on the day-to-day operations of contractors, subcontractors and suppliers.

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Federal Facilities – Implementation of Energy Savings Projects and Performance-Based Contracting for Energy Savings

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WASHINGTON, DC – Demonstrating a commitment to lead by example, President Obama signed an Executive Order (attached) today that sets sustainability goals for Federal agencies and focuses on making improvements in their environmental, energy and economic performance. . For Immediate Release October 5, 2009.

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Industry Focus: Aerospace Sector Is Flying High Again

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A fter several years of job losses, aerospace and defense sector employment is expected to grow in 2016 by more than 39,000 jobs in the U.S., This reverses a five-year trend that resulted in employment decreases of 9.4 PHI is dedicated to continuous improvement in an environment that promotes personal growth and mutual respect.