Across the state of Arkansas, companies are thriving, supported by the state’s low costs, an experienced workforce and growing talent pool, and an industry-friendly regulatory environment. From expansions of existing facilities to companies locating new operations, there is significant economic…
Idaho: Planting a New Crop
For generations, a mention of the word potato, and, immediately, Idaho would pop into mind. Agriculture remains a key component of the state’s economy with the starchy tuber remaining by far the state’s largest crop, Idaho’s economy is seeing a…
Key Programs Help Innovators Thrive in Maryland
By Kevin Anderson, Maryland Commerce Secretary On a recent visit to ION Storage Systems in College Park, Md., Maryland Governor Wes Moore praised the innovative solid-state battery manufacturer as “a Maryland original.” The company, which grew out of research conducted…
Alaska: Connecting With the World
On Sunday, August 13, an airplane landed successfully at Fairbanks International Airport after a 3,400-mile flight from Long Beach, California via Canada. While not unusual, the otherwise mundane event typifies the upward transition of Alaska’s transformation from what some perceive…
Oregon: Innovation that Strengthens Community
By Business Oregon During his farewell speech in 1975, Oregon’s thirtieth Governor Tom McCall stated, “Oregonians with a heritage of independence are not inclined to wait for others to answer their own problems.” Upholding this state reputation for a heritage…
Discover Missouri: A Business-Friendly Environment For Expansion
By Missouri Partnership Missouri, known as the “Show-Me State,” is increasingly showing businesses why it is a prime destination for expansion. With its strategic central location, favorable economic climate, robust infrastructure, and supportive business community, Missouri is making a name…