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Industry Focus – Retail: Less Than Six Degrees of Separation

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Retail accounts for more than $2 trillion in total GDP impact with consumer spending accounting for more than two-thirds of the U.S. The Tarpon Point Resort at Marina Village is home to a number of upscale retail shops and restaurants. By the BF Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. Credit: City of Cape Coral).

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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The dedicated technology hub will help accelerate the Fortune 50 company’s technology transformation, serving as the epicenter for the team Lowe’s is hiring to help modernize its IT systems and build future retail experiences. In our Solar Power Employment category, Florida has surged into 2nd place and Ohio has joined the top 10.

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Business Report: Garden State Growth Zones Aim to Lift New Jersey’s Cities

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It places extra emphasis on spurring development and private-sector job growth in new Garden State Growth Zones (GSGZ) identified in the legislation as the four lowest median family income cities in the state: Camden, Trenton, Passaic and Paterson. The new law builds on Christie’s commitment to revitalizing New Jersey’s cities.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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percent in 2012, retail sales will grow at an average pace of 3.7 This is due in part to the fact that economic recovery in Florida is feeding into retail sales. Ranked 5 th in the nation for high-tech employment by TechAmerica’s Cyberstates report, Florida boasts more than 270,000 high-tech workers. percent).”. 1,500 jobs.

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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona

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What’s more, Arizona offers a robust portfolio of programs and resources supporting both large and emerging tech employers. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Strong workforce within a 45 minute commute zone. Build to suit retail/restaurant pads and Class A office development opportunities. Zoned mixed-use/commercial.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Enterprise Zone Credit or Exemption: The Alabama Enterprise Zone Act (Act. The program provides state and local tax incentives and non-tax incentives to businesses and industries located within Alabama’s Enterprise Zones. Must expand its labor force, make new capital investment, or prevent loss of employment.

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Seattle’s urban transformation: Innovative facade design

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The north tower—Nitro North—is 24 stories, with ground floor retail, amenities on levels two to five, with workplace floors above. Nitro South is also anchored by ground-floor retail. Nitro Nitro is comprised of two towers occupying a full city block in Seattle, Wash.