By Arkansas Economic Development Commission For more than half a century, Arkansas has been a leader in manufacturing. Today, the state is charting a new course as it works to prepare both its current and future workforce to meet the…
Virginia: Made for Business
Virginia has business success in its DNA. Founded as a business venture in 1607, the Commonwealth of Virginia has stood for economic opportunity and carried the values necessary for business growth across the centuries. Today, Virginia’s pro-business environment, competitive operating…
Wisconsin: Business Ready, Primed for Success
Reliable infrastructure, a skilled workforce and business-friendly policies make Wisconsin an ideal location for business growth and provide an edge to companies looking to compete on a global scale. With continued advancements in research and development, a collaborative culture that…
Mixed Outlook for Canada’s Provinces
By Marie-Christine Bernard, Associate Director, Provincial Forecast, The Conference Board of Canada Economic conditions remain difficult in some parts of Canada and the outlook remains clouded. The Canadian economy got off to a great start, with strong growth in January.…
A Silicon Valley for Drones in North Dakota
North Dakota has long attracted entrepreneurs to the plains. From advancements in farming to oil recovery techniques, a new idea and technology has found a start in its fertile landscape. Now, a digital, tech-savvy generation is making its way to…
Commerce Secretary Canfield: Trends Show Alabama is Poised for Gains as Economy Transforms
By Greg Canfield, Secretary, Alabama Department of Commerce Alabama is coming off a year for the record books, with pivotal developments setting the stage for long-term economic growth and fueling meaningful job-creation across the state. Consider these facts: Alabama’s auto…