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Texas: A Land of Opportunity No Matter What the Industry

Texas: A Land of Opportunity No Matter What the Industry

A glimpse into why Texas is accustomed to being #1, topping business rankings for business climate, job growth and growing communities.

What’s Impacting Today’s Metals Industry Location Choices?

What’s Impacting Today’s Metals Industry Location Choices?

Several geographic concentrations have emerged historically and continue to impact metals industry location: see the 7 top-tier states.

By Water and by Land: Ports of North America

By Water and by Land: Ports of North America

Ports have reinvented the import/export process--a look into the ports of today and tomorrow.

Michigan Inauguration

Reinventing Michigan: Relentless Positive Action

Following Gov. Rick Snyder taking office in 2011, Michigan is now thriving. Find out what accounts for this dramatic turnaround.

Maryland: Maryland’s Manufacturing Roots Run Deep

Maryland: Maryland’s Manufacturing Roots Run Deep

Maryland's manufacturing sector is evolving, innovating as companies take advantage of its highly skilled workforce and transportation infrastructure.

North Carolina: North Carolina has the Tangibles for People and Businesses to Thrive

North Carolina: North Carolina has the Tangibles for People and Businesses to Thrive

From skilled workers and workforce development network to nationally touted business climate, NC has what's needed to thrive.

It’s Time To Rethink Energy When Making a Site Decision

It’s Time To Rethink Energy When Making a Site Decision

Corporate managers who make location decisions for new investments need to ensure energy remains reliable and costs are in line with industry needs.

National Association of Manufacturers: Rising Gas Prices Require a Comprehensive Energy...

National Association of Manufacturers: Rising Gas Prices Require a Comprehensive Energy Strategy

NAM: For manufacturers—who use 1/3 of all energy consumed in the U.S.—rising gas prices hamper new investments, expansions, job creation.

Fitting Square Pegs into Square Holes: Designated Sites Offer a “Custom” Fit for...

Fitting Square Pegs into Square Holes: Designated Sites Offer a “Custom” Fit for Business Development

A select group of sites featured for businesses that find development and growth within a designated industry cluster very desirable.

Kansas: Kansas Anticipates 23,000 New Jobs and a New Energy Boom

Kansas: Kansas Anticipates 23,000 New Jobs and a New Energy Boom

Kansas continues to reform tax policy, econ. dev. under Brownback Administration, creating more business-friendly environment, jobs.