By Mark R. Smith, Senior Writer What’s going on in health care? That’s a loaded question that can result in a multitude of answers directed from many different angles, thus lengthy discussions. Just ask Rob Montagnese. Montagnese, president and CEO…
Growth and Change Creating Opportunities for Economic and Business Development in Food Manufacturing and Processing
By Jim Damicis, Senior Vice President, and Angela Hallowell, Analyst, Camoin Associates The food manufacturing sector plays an important role in every economy, providing goods for institutions such as schools and hospitals as well as restaurants and grocery stores for…
Strong Oil, Gas Markets, Cleaner Coal in 2024
By Mark R. Smith, Senior Writer Nick Popielski feels he’s in an interesting position to offer insights into the strengths and challenges of today’s oil, gas and coal markets. To him, it all comes down to what he sees from…
Ports, FTZs Fight Market Challenges, But Move Forward
By Mark R. Smith, Contributing Writer It’s been a wild few years in the port and free trade zone industry. While that observation may seem obvious given the rough ride most businesses and citizens worldwide have endured―considering the myriad problems…
Trends and Opportunities in the Outdoor Recreation Economy
By Katherine Follansbee, Analyst, Camoin Associates and Jim Damicis, Senior Vice President, Camoin Associates Outdoor recreation is a critical component of local and regional economies across the U.S. This includes rural areas as well as densely developed urban areas. It…
Trends and Transitions in the Forestry and Lumber Related Markets
By Angela Hallowell, Analyst, Camoin Associates and Jim Damicis, Senior Vice President, Camoin Associates Like all industries, forestry and lumber-related industries are experiencing significant transitions from global and national issues, including climate and related environmental changes, clean and green technology, demand…