Pro Builder

JULY 1, 2020

The growing numbers of Black homeownership may be in jeopardy due to the pandemic’s effects on employment and the economy. Though Black homeownership saw nationwide growth, some metros have only had a 1% increase from 2012 to 2018, and other metros saw decreases. . This is a slight increase from 41.1% owning homes in 2020.

Minneapolis 52

Minneapolis Milwaukee Metro Housing 52

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

The states that have put the assets in place today to support a thriving cybersecurity industry—including STEM-oriented higher education programs with cyber-specific degrees and R&D facilities working in tandem with national security agencies, the U.S. The center will ultimately employ up to 2,000 associates.

North Carolina 111

North Carolina San Antonio Louisiana Tennessee 111

Construction Superintendent Magazine

APRIL 8, 2019

Construction spending increased by 1% from January to February, while construction employment increased compared to February 2018 levels in 275 out of 358 metro areas, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors. “The spending increase in February follows an extremely strong 2.5%

Metro 45

Metro Construction Education Employment 45

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright. percent); Education & Health Services (2.4 (Photo: Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance.).

Florida 74

Florida Zoning Airports Employment 74

Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2017

What’s more, Arizona offers a robust portfolio of programs and resources supporting both large and emerging tech employers. Boasting a population of nearly 500,000, Mesa is the 36th largest city in the United States and second largest in the Phoenix-Mesa metro area. Phoenix-Mesa metro boasts a workforce of more than 2.2

Arizona 76

Arizona Innovation San Diego Phoenix 76

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FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Texas cities and MSAs also filled the ranks of our 2012 Metro Rankings, with Odessa and Austin sharing the top spot in our two Economic Growth Potential rankings (based on population) and Houston taking first in Top 10 Manufacturing Cities. TEXAS TWO-STEP: BEATING THE RECESSION, BOUNCING BACK. Texas was the first state in U.S.

Texas 86

Texas Deals Fort Worth South Carolina 86

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JUNE 22, 2016

Here’s the good news: most of the states (and the federal government) got the memo (Workforce Training is Job One) and they are moving aggressively to put in place innovative and highly effective workforce training programs that put forward-thinking businesses and higher education resources on the same team. VIRGINIA’S TRADITION OF TRAINING.

Engineering 75

Engineering Oklahoma North Carolina Virginia 75

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 28, 2014

Since everyone has been bemoaning the decaying state of America’s bricks-and-mortar infrastructure, we decided to accentuate the positive by bestowing our new IT Infrastructure award on three metros that bucked the trend and took matters into their own hands. Without further ado, here are the winners of our 2014 Economic Development Awards.

Indiana 108

Indiana NJ Georgia Kentucky 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 3, 2012

For our eighth annual report, we’ve created nearly 50 categories in which we evaluate the leading states, metros and international players. So, in several of our more statistics-oriented categories, this year we have given extra credit for positive industry-specific employment numbers.

Iowa 69

Iowa Louisiana Texas New Jersey 69

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2022

What Minic found was a weak talent pipeline, a disconnect between what schools teach and what employers need, and way too much employee churn. Hub & Spoke's Maker Playground also offers an experiential education program in partnership with the local school district. It plans to add 10 more markets within the next 12 months. .

Industrial 105

Industrial Construction Colorado Dallas 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 7, 2022

We also looked at listings across various large metro areas and cities: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Washington DC, Miami, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Phoenix, London, Dublin, Sydney, and Auckland. . Unconscious bias education, hiring best-practices and cultural agility” are of chief importance.

US 98

US Los Angeles New York City Construction 98

Business Facilities

JULY 25, 2019

Its proximity to advanced military operations and close collaboration between industry, higher education and the government make it a prime cybersecurity hub.”. The complete 2019 BF Rankings Report, including state , metro and international results are available online. ###.

San Antonio 64

San Antonio Kansas Fort Worth South Dakota 64

Business Facilities

AUGUST 6, 2014

Austin, TX is Business Facilities’ top-ranked metro for Economic Growth Potential. Baton Rouge, LA and Mobile, AL finished second and third, respectively, in this flagship metro category in BF ‘s 10th Annual Rankings Report. Here are the top 10 metros in Economic Growth Potential: . Baton Rouge, LA, ranked no.

Austin 46

Austin Mobility Texas Metro 46

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Significant progress in workforce development and higher education. Metro areas in Texas also scored an unprecedented 35 top-10 results in the 2017 Metro Rankings Report. Quality and economic impact of top projects secured in 2016 in terms of capital investment and jobs created. Diversity of its growth sectors.

Texas 48

Texas Metro Security Education 48

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 19, 2014

Currently there are two: one located in the Little Rock Metro in Central Arkansas and another in West Memphis in Northeast Arkansas. Our economic development region (Metro Little Rock Alliance) goes beyond our MSA, representing a 12-county region with a population of over 1,000,000 people reflecting the mobility of our workforce.

Arkansas 47

Arkansas St. Louis Transportation Metro 47

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Cisco will invest $41 million in a move to expand and enhance its workforce in the Atlanta metro area. The post Cisco To Open Talent And Collaboration Center In Atlanta, Create 700 Jobs appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

Atlanta 52

Atlanta Metro Site Georgia 52

Business Facilities

AUGUST 21, 2017

Florida ranks fourth in the nation for high tech employment. Florida, which ranks fourth in the nation for high tech employment, has regional clusters of technology firms in sectors ranging from biotechnology, aerospace and aviation, advanced manufacturing, modeling, simulation and training, and others. “Our Photo © Ketterman).

Florida 72

Florida Tampa Airports Employment 72

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APRIL 15, 2014

Property Tax Abatements: The Tax Incentive Reform Act of 1992 (TIRA) allows qualified industries to receive abatements of non-educational property taxes for new businesses locating to Alabama and for expansions of existing facilities in Alabama. Must expand its labor force, make new capital investment, or prevent loss of employment.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 19, 2014

The EF-5 tornado destroyed or substantially damaged 531 employers in the city and put more than 5,200 jobs at risk. At this point, 88 percent of the employers affected by the tornado have reopened and over 95 percent of the jobs have been retained. Employment in Joplin is now at pre-recession levels. A NEW VISION FOR SCHOOLS.

Missouri 45

Missouri Metro Kansas City Transportation 45

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

Two of the leading employers, UPMC and West Penn Allegheny Health System, together account for more than 50,000 jobs. 3 Rivers Connect is a nonprofit agency that helps individuals, educators and community leaders use information and technology to make the best possible decisions about the allocation of resources and delivery of services.

Omaha 76

Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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APRIL 19, 2016

The Initiative will be spearheaded by TEA Commissioner Mike Morath, THECB Commissioner Raymond Paredes and TWC Commissioner Andres Alcantar, who will embark on a series of statewide Regional Education and Workforce meetings and will report back with their findings and recommendations. EXPANDS OPERATIONS IN METRO DALLAS. McKESSON CORP.

Texas 40

Texas Houston Education Dallas 40

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MARCH 12, 2014

A well-educated, highly skilled workforce has become the most important ingredient to strengthen economies and ensure a high quality of life. A primary focus for those in workforce development is to bridge the gap between employers and potential employees, addressing the issues of skills training and talent building. By Jenny Vickers.

Alabama 55

Alabama Louisiana Georgia Pennsylvania 55

PSMJ Resources

JUNE 8, 2011

In May, seasonally adjusted “nonfarm payroll employment changed little (+54,000), following increases that averaged 220,000 in the prior 3 months,” the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported on Friday. Construction employment was essentially unchanged in May. Construction employment was essentially unchanged in May.

San Jose 40

San Jose Construction Employment San Francisco 40

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Davis Industrial Park for the facility, as well as an abatement of non-educational sales and use and property taxes, and the state provided jobs and investment credits and AIDT workforce training, all valued at $12.3 MollerTech will be the second largest manufacturing employer in the county and the third largest overall,” Hubbard said. “We

Alabama 40

Alabama Commissioning Employment Metro 40

U.S. Construction

MARCH 29, 2012

The belief from the beginning was that ethical standards, honest communication, quality work performed by company employees and a low key education and design driven sales approach was what the customer yearned for. The design allows the refrigerator to blend with cabinets and not be noticed.

Remodeling 51

Remodeling Phoenix Budgeting Budget 51

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

In addition to retaining its automotive crown, Tennessee notched top 10 finishes in Best Business Climate, Best Infrastructure, Renewable Energy Leaders (Power Generation) and Best Education Climate. RACING TO THE TOP IN EDUCATION. Memphis, TN was our top-ranked air-cargo hub and finished in the top 10 for Lowest Cost of Living.

Tennessee 57

Tennessee Memphis Education Nashville 57

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JANUARY 27, 2014

The burgeoning downtown development was a key factor which helped make Baton Rouge the top-ranked metro for Economic Growth Potential in Business Facilities ‘ 9th Annual Rankings Report last summer. A joint effort by Greater Lafayette (IN) Commerce, the City of Lafayette, Tippecanoe County and the Indiana Economic Development Corp.

Deals 105

Deals Georgia Arizona Phoenix 105

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 5, 2013

Baton Rouge, LA has been named our top-ranked metro for Economic Growth Potential. 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. By Business Facilities Staff.

Metro 110

Metro Memphis Louisiana Mobility 110

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Metro Area (-1). Metro Area. cities according to weighted scores for total employment in high-tech research and hospital/medical fields; life science establishments; National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding; and venture capital funding. Philadelphia (+1). Washington D.C. New Jersey / New York City (-5). Minneapolis-St.

Los Angeles 49

Los Angeles San Diego San Francisco Raleigh 49

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 11, 2017

The mHUB community consists of entrepreneurs, manufacturers, investors, mentors, engineers and designers, as well as education and industry partners.”. 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.

Rhode Island 56

Rhode Island Colorado Maryland Innovation 56

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

a Prince George’s County-based technology-enabled education company, is moving its headquarters to Lanham, MD to accommodate its growing workforce. “2U has made tremendous progress in online education since it was formed in 2008 and is now among the fastest growing companies in Maryland,” said Commerce Secretary Mike Gill.

Maryland 40

Maryland Education Washington Roads 40

Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

billion in workforce education. More than half of that spending (56%) went toward safety education, a sign that construction remains a potentially dangerous job. Simply, liability for injuries and fatalities extends to the builder under OSHA’s Multi-Employer Citation Policy, notes Edwin G. Foulke Jr.,

Safety 72

Safety Resource Injury Construction 72

Business Facilities

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Louisiana is bringing together state, regional and local partners, including business and higher education resources, in intelligent collaborations yielding sustainable economic growth. Innovative partnerships among state, regional and local partners, including higher education campuses. Credit: Louisiana Economic Development).

Louisiana 40

Louisiana Innovation Education Site 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Ohio made a number of appearances in Business Facilities’ 2012 State Rankings report , reaching 7th for Automotive Manufacturing Strength and Best Education Climate; 4th for Economic Growth Potential, Race to the Top Leaders and Best Transportation Infrastructure; and 10th for Workforce Health and Safety. percent in 2013 and 6.7

Ohio 63

Ohio Airports Industrial Columbus 63

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JANUARY 14, 2014

The area’s quality of life and existing employers in fields such as bioscience, medical devices and motorsports have drawn highly skilled workers. percent of the county’s workers have some postsecondary education, and a full 42 percent have earned college degrees. Education at all ages is a key priority. For example, 62.2

Indiana 49

Indiana America Roads Indianapolis 49

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MARCH 21, 2014

FULL EMPLOYMENT ACT OF 2011: Businesses with 50 or fewer employees may receive a one time income tax credit equal to $1,000 per new job paying over $10 per hour. EMPLOYER EDUCATION CREDIT: A tax credit is statutorily available to employers who provide approved basic skills education programs to Alabama resident employees.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Deal said the Innovation Center is “is exactly the kind of employer we want in the state.” The burgeoning downtown development was a key factor which helped make Baton Rouge the top-ranked metro for Economic Growth Potential in Business Facilities ‘ 9th Annual Rankings Report last summer. A key component was legislation that Gov.

Deals 107

Deals Georgia Arizona Atlanta 107