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FEATURE STORY: High-Tech Hubs Are Moving To Their Markets

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Some of the locations already are well-known for developing the next generation of technologies, such as Austin, home to Dell, Apple, Facebook and Google, and Tucson, with its hotbed of solar technology innovation. Tucson is the Sun King. Tucson has been identified as one of thirteen Solar America Cities by the U.S.

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FEATURE STORY: Workforce Development Programs – The Recipe For Success

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The program provides opportunities for a job seeker to work for a potential employer for 24 hours a week in a hands-on, learning environment to see if both are a good fit with one another. Air cargo—the most regulated trade and logistics modality—has a stronghold in South Florida. REGIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT IN ARIZONA.

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State Focus – Utah: Consistently Excellent

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This is all to say that Utah’s business environment is predictable—a trait cherished by business leaders. This spirit is made possible by a strong business environment. Part of Utah’s success can be attributed to its diverse economy. Utah is credited with having the third most diverse economy in the nation.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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percent in 2012, the industry’s delicate balance between supply and demand will likely be disrupted due to new regulations. Tucson International Airport is served by six commercial carriers: Alaska Airlines, American, Delta, Southwest, United and US Airways with nonstop service to 14 cities. While trucking transportation costs rose 2.9

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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Competitive electric costs, coupled with the convenience of responsive local utilities, have helped foster an environment where companies want to invest. This favorable environment has helped Oliver Manufacturing to grow its labor force by more than 30 percent in the last year.