Since 1937, when the first Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) in the U.S. opened its gates at the Port of New York, some 200 active designated duty-free enclaves have been established across the country. According to the latest figures, there are…
Outdoor Recreation and Sports-Oriented Development as a Catalyst for Economic Growth
By Shawn Massey, CCIM, CRRP, ALC, Partner, Executive Vice President at TSCG In a post-pandemic world that prioritizes experience, wellness, and quality of life, the outdoor recreation industry and sports-oriented real estate development have emerged as powerful drivers of economic…
Semiconductor Industry Expansion: What Economic Developers Need to Know
Introduction Semiconductors are the microscopic engines powering the global economy. These microelectronic components, commonly referred to as chips, are essential to everything from smartphones and vehicles to medical devices, defense systems, energy infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing. As foundational technology, semiconductors…
Metal Fabrication: Shaping Up for Future Growth
Almost six hundred years ago, in 1480, Leonardo da Vinci sketched the plans for a machine to roll lead for stained glass windows. The diagram was the world’s first recorded rolling mill which the artist-inventor designed to replace the small,…
High-Tech Horizons
How AI and Remote Work Are Redefining Talent and Spaces in 2025 Digital nomads—remote workers who blend professional productivity with geographic freedom—have emerged as the clearest sign that the post-COVID workplace will never return to its old form. What was…
Human Resource Dynamics Driving Corporate Location Strategy
Introduction The human resource equation influencing geographic deployment of corporate operations has long played a prominent role in resolving challenges such as: (a) expansion at existing sites; (b) consolidation of existing sites; and (c) where to site relocated or new…