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Amazon Hiring 100,000 New Employees Across U.S., Canada
In September alone, Amazon will open 100 new operations buildings — including fulfillment centers, delivery stations, sortation centers and other sites.
Velocity Global Selects Amsterdam For European Headquarters
Global employment solutions provider Velocity Global's number of clients expanding in Europe more than doubled this year compared to the same period in 2019.
PRIMED Chooses Cambridge, Ontario For Medical Manufacturing Facility
The new facility will produce both ASTM-rated surgical masks and N95 respirators in a phased scale-up process to support Canada’s healthcare systems.
USA - Far West
Amazon Creating 3,500 Jobs In Tech Hubs Across The U.S.
The jobs will be created as Amazon invests more than $1.4 billion in expansions of its Dallas, Detroit, Denver, New York, Phoenix, and San Diego Tech Hubs.
U.S. Outduels China In Artificial Intelligence, Startups And GDP
The United States is outdueling China in a tight competition for global economic hegemony in Business Facilities' 16th Annual Rankings Report.
Kansas No. 1 In Wind Power Generation, Georgia Leads Film Production
Kansas is the top-ranked state for the percentage of electricity generated from Wind Power, Georgia is the frontrunner among Film Production Leaders in Business Facilities' 16th Annual Rankings Report
USA - Great Lakes
Campbell Soup Company Invests $40M In Ohio Expansion
Campbell Soup Company's investment in its Willard, OH manufacturing facility expanded Goldfish production and added 40 new jobs.
Consumers Energy: Energy And Beyond
As Michigan’s businesses implement their return-to-work plans, Consumers Energy reaffirms its commitment to help small businesses, nonprofits and communities expand and prosper.
[VIDEO] Why Michigan? | Pure Opportunity | MEDC
Why come to Michigan? Pure opportunity. Looking for tech talent? Ours is among the fastest growing. Need a low cost of living? Ours is the 4th lowest in the nation. Sick of paying high taxes? Michigan’s business environment is ranked in the top 10.
USA - Great Plains
Topeka Will Pay Up To $10K To Remote Workers That Buy...
The Choose Topeka Relocation Incentive is expanding to encourage remote workers to relocate to Kansas’ capital city, recently named a top 10 housing market by realtor.com.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Opens COVID-19 VTM Manufacturing Plant
The new $40 million facility in Lenexa, KS was built in six weeks to rapidly expand the company's production of viral transport media (VTM).
Tourism & Gaming: Adjusting To A New Normal
Your favorite attractions will have a different look this year. Hint: Star Wars troopers will be enforcing social distancing rules and Mickey will be wearing a mask.
USA - Mid-Atlantic
Nobelpharma Chooses Maryland For First Overseas Subsidiary
The Japan-based pharmaceutical and medical device company cited local industry resources as key to locating its U.S. operations in Montgomery County, MD.
Amazon Creating 3,500 Jobs In Tech Hubs Across The U.S.
The jobs will be created as Amazon invests more than $1.4 billion in expansions of its Dallas, Detroit, Denver, New York, Phoenix, and San Diego Tech Hubs.
COVID-19 Response And Recovery Update
Economic development organizations and local businesses keep finding inspiring and innovative ways to join forces to meet the most urgent needs of this unprecedented crisis.
USA - New England
New England: More Than The Sum Of Its Parts
Taken individually each state in New England has a lot to offer, but taken as a region they are a force to be reckoned with.
There’s Still Time To Invest In Qualified Opportunity Zones
The IRS has extended a critical deadline for investments in Qualified Opportunity Zones until the end of the year, hoping to entice investors who have largely sat on their money during the global pandemic.
Center Of Innovation In New Hampshire
Nestled between the Green Mountains of Vermont and the White Mountains of New Hampshire, a red-hot center of innovation Is thriving in Claremont, NH.
USA - Rocky Mountains
Amazon Creating 3,500 Jobs In Tech Hubs Across The U.S.
The jobs will be created as Amazon invests more than $1.4 billion in expansions of its Dallas, Detroit, Denver, New York, Phoenix, and San Diego Tech Hubs.
Crocs Celebrates Opening Of New Global HQ In Colorado
The 90,000-square-foot Broomfield, CO facility will allow the casual footwear manufacturer to increase its local workforce, and make sure current employees are "Confidently Comfortable."
Wedge Brands Investing $14M In Colorado
The 76,000-square-foot logistics and distribution center for the outdoor industry will be located on the Colorado Outdoors campus in Montrose.
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Free Webinar: The Labor Market In A Remote Economy
Learn best practices site selectors can use to analyze labor market trends in real time and to evaluate workforce availability before choosing a location for a major project.
Papa John’s Picks Metro Atlanta For New Global Headquarters
Papa John’s will relocate its global headquarters from Louisville, KY to metro Atlanta, delivering 200 jobs to the area in 2021.
Wheel Pros Expanding In Alabama
The aftermarket wheel supplier acquired the assets of an aluminum wheel manufacturing facility in Auburn, AL and plans to open a second U.S. operation there.
USA - Southwest
Ariat Investing $40M In New Texas Regional Headquarters
The footwear and apparel company's new regional distribution hub and corporate office will create 75 new jobs in Fort Worth, TX.
BF Location Video: Business in New Braunfels, Texas: Since 1845
Strategically located between San Antonio and Austin, New Braunfels was recently named the 9th Fastest Growing City by Percentage in 2019, US Census, 4th Fastest Growing County by Percentage in 2019, US Census, #15 in Millennial Growth, Haven Life Insurance Group.
Curative Creating More Than 300 Jobs In Texas
With its expansion in Pflugerville, TX, Curative will hire over 300 workers to provide immediate response to the COVID-19 testing needed throughout the state.
COVID-19 Interactive Map
Featured Location Spotlights
Location Spotlight: Invest In Guelph
Guelph, a city located in Ontario, Canada, is a welcoming city for any new business, offering competitive land and building development and business operating costs partnered with a variety of employment lands and buildings to suit most business needs.
Featured Location Videos
BF Location Video: HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology – Huntsville, AL
The HudsonAlpha biotechnology campus consists of 152 acres nestled within Cummings Research Park, the nation’s second largest research park. HudsonAlpha has become a national and international leader in genetics and genomics research and biotech education and fosters more than 40 diverse biotech companies on campus.
The Editor's Blog
Rethinking The Global Supply Chain
The COVID-19 pandemic is breaking the back of supply chains around the world.
State By State Incentive Guides (All)
Alabama Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Alabama financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
Alaska Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Alaska financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
Arizona Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Arizona financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
Arkansas Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of Arkansas financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
California Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
A comprehensive list of California financial aid, loans, grants, abatements, workforce development, exemptions, funds & capital investment opportunities.
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Mayors Prioritize Infrastructure Investments In Economic Recovery
Most U.S. mayors agree that investing in infrastructure to generate jobs and economic growth is the top priority in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study.
Will Americans Relocate To Less Populated Areas Due To COVID-19?
Fast Survey finds that one in three Americans are considering relocation, with westerners, younger people, and higher earners most likely to consider a move.
Top 10 Issues Affecting The Real Estate Industry
COVID-19 and economic renewal top The Counselors of Real Estate's list of issues expected to have the most significant impact on real estate in 2020-2021.
Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue
Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.
As Businesses Reopen, CFOs Grow Hopeful But Employee Fears Linger
Following the COVID-19 shutdown, CFOs face lower anticipated revenues, reconfigured workplaces, and a workforce worried about returning to work safely, according to PwC survey.
Will The Corporate Footprint Shrink Due To COVID-19?
A CoreNet Global survey reveals corporate real estate professionals' belief that remote work and virtual meetings will last beyond the COVID-19 crisis, and the corporate footprint will likely shrink as a result.
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BF Location Video: Business in New Braunfels, Texas: Since 1845
Strategically located between San Antonio and Austin, New Braunfels was recently named the 9th Fastest Growing City by Percentage in 2019, US Census, 4th Fastest Growing County by Percentage in 2019, US Census, #15 in Millennial Growth, Haven Life Insurance Group.
Aerospace Industry Innovators Propelled To New Heights In Mississippi
Mississippi remains at the forefront of the nation’s aerospace industry as leading, innovative companies continue to grow in the state, creating the high-tech, in-demand jobs of the future.
BF Location Video: Camp Hall 2020 – A Next Generation Commerce Park
Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive.
[VIDEO] Our Time is Now: Winston-Salem, NC
In Winston-Salem, you’ll find a place to reimagine the life you want. Built by entrepreneurs, innovators, educators, and artists, we’re constantly pushing forward, creating a community that’s resilient and thriving.
[VIDEO] Why Michigan? | Pure Opportunity | MEDC
Why come to Michigan? Pure opportunity. Looking for tech talent? Ours is among the fastest growing. Need a low cost of living? Ours is the 4th lowest in the nation. Sick of paying high taxes? Michigan’s business environment is ranked in the top 10.
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Campbell Soup Company Invests $40M In Ohio Expansion
Campbell Soup Company's investment in its Willard, OH manufacturing facility expanded Goldfish production and added 40 new jobs.
Free Webinar: The Labor Market In A Remote Economy
Learn best practices site selectors can use to analyze labor market trends in real time and to evaluate workforce availability before choosing a location for a major project.
Consumers Energy: Energy And Beyond
As Michigan’s businesses implement their return-to-work plans, Consumers Energy reaffirms its commitment to help small businesses, nonprofits and communities expand and prosper.
Ariat Investing $40M In New Texas Regional Headquarters
The footwear and apparel company's new regional distribution hub and corporate office will create 75 new jobs in Fort Worth, TX.
Mayors Prioritize Infrastructure Investments In Economic Recovery
Most U.S. mayors agree that investing in infrastructure to generate jobs and economic growth is the top priority in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study.