By Frank Spano, Managing Director and Kyle Johnson, Location Consultant, The Austin Company The food and beverage industry in the United States has shown positive signs of expansion over the past ten years. Forecasts and growth models indicate this expansion…
North Dakota Leading the Nation in Drone Business
North Dakota has long attracted entrepreneurs to the plains. From advancements in farming to oil recovery techniques, many a new idea and technology has found a start in its fertile landscape. Now, a digital, tech-savvy generation is making its way…
Breaking New Ground: Iowa Is Shovel-Ready
Businesses ready to expand need look no further than the center of America’s heartland. With 22 development-ready locations and nine other sites working toward designation, companies can more easily find the right option for their needs, on an accelerated timeline…
Reshoring: Changing Conditions Impact Location Decisions
By Harry Moser, Founder/President, Reshoring Initiative For decades companies have been chasing cheap labor offshore and then importing products to sell in the U.S. market. The impact of offshoring on the U.S. economy has been significant. Offshoring to China and…
Mississippi – We Play to Win
From auto to aero and every sector in-between, companies of all sizes and backgrounds know they can achieve success with a Mississippi location. With a business-friendly environment and collaborative, can-do attitude among state, regional and local leaders, Mississippi encourages companies…
Powerful Experienced Workforce Drives Region’s Success
Workforce of nearly one million within sixty miles of the region’s geographical center With the global marketplace continuing to evolve, companies need a location that offers operational stability and logistical advantages that translate into long term profitability. Beyond that, companies need…