For ChemArt, 2026 represents a major milestone. The company will commemorate half of a century in business as America celebrates 250 years of independence on July 4th. For the Rhode Island-based...
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Crafting Ornaments, Luxury Packaging Accents, and Precision Components Since 1976
Silver and Gold – At Home in Northeastern NevadaNortheastern Nevada Regional Development Authority (NNRDA)
From striking snow-capped peaks to desert valleys overflowing with sagebrush, the official state flower, Nevada has everything from the lights and glamor of Las Vegas to windswept areas evoking the...
Technology Takes Centre StageThe Evolution of the Modern Festival
From intimate neighbourhood gatherings to sprawling multi-day festivals, today’s mobile events are a seamless blend of creativity, coordination, and technology. From rock and reggae music festivals...
Wild West Roots, Modern-Day DevelopmentCity of Prescott, Arizona
160 years after his death, Abraham Lincoln is remembered as a humanitarian, a visionary, and one of the most forward-thinking politicians in American history. The 16th President of the United States...
Bringing the Industry TogetherThe Utility Expo
Described as the place “where the utility industry goes to grow,” The Utility Expo is America’s largest and fastest-growing utility construction show and conference. Held every two years in...
A Life of Service, A Legacy of InnovationSt. Moritz Building Services
Known simply as Phil to his friends, family, and dedicated staff, Philip St. Moritz was a man renowned for his entrepreneurial spirit, vision, and overwhelming kindness and generosity. His passing...
Focusing on the FutureCity of Palm Bay, Florida
Being elected mayor once is sometimes a matter of luck, but being elected a second time—and securing 55.3 percent of the vote in a four-candidate race—is a testament to keeping your word. Before his...
Close to It All, Away from It AllGreen Lake County, Wisconsin
Almost 170 years after it was founded, one of Green Lake County’s greatest advantages is that it is in the middle of everything. Green Lake’s proximity to larger centers like Milwaukee, Madison,...
Bringing Support and Success to Northeast FloridaNortheast Florida Economic Development Corporation (NEFEDC)
The mission of the Northeast Florida Economic Development Corporation is to empower the Northeast Florida region through strategic economic initiatives, fostering public-private alliances,...
‘Work Where You Vacation’Portage County Business Council
For Michael Witte, helming the Portage County Business Council is more than a job; it is a way of life, and a great one at that. Approaching four years as President and Chief Executive Officer of...
Building a LegacyManitowoc County, Wisconsin
Over 20 years ago, Wisconsin’s Manitowoc County faced one of its biggest challenges when its largest employer announced it was leaving. For the community, its businesses, and government alike, this...
From a Founder’s Vision to an Employee-Driven FutureMatern Professional Engineering
For Ryan Strandquest and the team at Matern Professional Engineering, 2024 marked the firm’s 40th anniversary, and signaled big changes to come. Last year’s celebrations saw a branding campaign with...
Golden Years, Modern ChallengesThe Changing Face of Aged Care
What was once new is now old—or at least aging gracefully, and this includes Baby Boomers. Sandwiched between the Silent Generation and Generation X are those widely known simply as ‘Boomers.’ Born...
Where Luxury Meets LivabilityHarrison Homes
Founded on years of residential construction and development experience, Harrison Homes prides itself on being a single-source solution builder. Unlike other homebuilders in the Atlanta area,...
The Power of BatteriesInnovation Driving Global Technological Progress
Throughout history, some of the most brilliant inventions have often been taken for granted. From the tiny 5 mm cells used in hearing aids and wristwatches to the recent announcement of an 8,500...
Where Business and Southern Hospitality MeetCovington County Economic Development Commission
Long before becoming president and CEO of the Covington County Economic Development Commission (CCEDC), Rick Clifton dedicated much of his career to the legal profession. Introducing himself, tongue...
Turning Plans into RealityTown of Drumheller, Alberta
The Mayor of the town of Drumheller, Alberta, Heather Colberg is truly invested in the betterment of her community. Nearing the end of her second term, Mayor Colberg reflects less on her...
A Place to Call HomeCity of Upland, California
A resident of Upland since childhood, Bill Velto has played an active part in the evolution of this California city over the years. Long before becoming Mayor the first time—and running unopposed,...
Building a Community on Art and PrideCity of Sisseton, South Dakota
The arts are essential to vital, thriving communities, and one of the best examples just might be the City of Sisseton, South Dakota. When Nick Blaske and his wife, Alexis Monroe, moved to this...
A Dynamic Hub for Business, Growth, and Quality of LifeCity of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
The City of Moose Jaw is many things, but boring isn’t one of them. Known for years as the “Friendly City,” this home to over 35,000 became “Canada’s Most Notorious City” in 2020, a nod to the...
Where Tradition Meets TechnologyEconomic Development in the Carolinas
From the early years of America’s history to the present, the Carolinas—North Carolina and South Carolina—have played pivotal roles. In colonial days, the Carolinas were part of a vast region...
Growing with Balance in Hill CountryBulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation
For Paula Stakes, economic development is all about balance. As the Executive Director of the Bulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation (BSBEDF), Stakes brings a wealth of experience to...
Garaventa Lift Makes Life More AccessibleGaraventa Lift
For nearly 100 years, greater accessibility for all has been at the centre of everything Garaventa Lift does… For centuries, cutting down and moving heavy logs through the Swiss Alps was a...
Keeping the Human TouchFrontier Forest Products
Recognizing growing opportunities in America’s lumber market, Vaughn Woodward (Woody) and Keith Messamaker came together to create Frontier Forest Products in November 2005. Much has changed in the...
Where Business and Timeless Charm MeetCity of Navasota, Texas
In east central Texas in Grimes County, the historic city of Navasota has a well-earned reputation as a hub for entertainment, the arts, music, and more. Founded by railroad workers in 1854 and...
Transforming the Bricks and Mortar of BusinessROOM
When open-plan offices were introduced decades ago, many companies thought it was a great idea. Instead of traditional floor plans with multiple individual offices, there was a drastic shift toward...
Rural Roots, Global Reach: Ingenuity & Innovation in IntegrationFlex-Line Automation
When you’re in the business of automation for as long as Cathy Rinne has been, you not only gain plenty of experience, but have lots of stories to tell. Looking back on over 40 years of creating...
Balancing Sustainability and ProfitabilityHow Businesses Can Cut Their Carbon Footprints on a Budget
Across North America, commercial property owners and businesses are wrestling with sustainability. On the one hand, there is being a good corporate citizen, implementing environmental strategies,...
People Plus Technology Equals AV Production SuccessAVFX
For Matt Emerson, successfully staging conferences, meetings, trade shows, and other events is about more than just using the latest AV technology; it is about having the right ideas and the right...
Buildings That Work Where Most Buildings Won’tMakloc
For over 50 years, Alberta-based Makloc has served the building needs of customers in oil and gas, commercial and industrial, and the renewable energy sector. Known for quality, customer service,...
Durable, Dependable, and TrustedJannatec Technologies
Innovation stops for no one, and few companies realize this better than Canada’s own Jannatec Technologies. Headquartered in the world’s hard rock mining capital of Sudbury, Ontario, Jannatec is...
Strength in NumbersBlack Business Ownership on the Rise
Black-owned businesses across North America have a rich legacy, one that shows no sign of slowing down. While some of us may think of Black entrepreneurship as relatively new, members of the Black...
Electronic Solutions with a Personal TouchRayfast USA
In aerospace, automotive, global defense, and other demanding industries, working with trusted suppliers is critical. Not only do parts need to be readily available, but they must be delivered...
There’s a Logistics Revolution Taking Place – And It’s Built on TrustRevolution Trucking
In just five years, Revolution Trucking, LLC has earned the trust of customers across America and internationally. Based in the city of Wadsworth, Ohio, Revolution is recognized as an...
Made for the Real WorldQuality Components Company (QCC)
Back in 1974, Quality Components Company (QCC) focused on repairing welding torches, regulators, and gas apparatus from other manufacturers. Known as Quality Repair at the time, the Mentor,...
Getting to ‘Yes’ in Pittsburg – A Very Positive PlaceCity of Pittsburg, California
For Jordan Davis, few things are as gratifying as seeing a community come together and share the same vision. Director of Community and Economic Development for the City of Pittsburg, California,...
On the Road to GreatnessNew Way Trucking
In just 20 years, Calgary-headquartered New Way Trucking has built a shining reputation for dependability, superior service, and meeting the most diverse transportation needs of all customers. A...
A City Where You Have the Time for the Moments That MatterSaskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA)
Discussing the many advantages of living and working in Saskatoon, Erin Lawson says that for her, just one reason is the “three-song commute”—the length of time it takes to get just about anywhere...
Improving Access to Health, Improving LivesSTI Technologies Limited
For over 20 years, STI Technologies Limited has made a positive difference in the lives of Canadians. By leveraging reimbursement funding, STI constantly improves access to medications through...
Girish C. Dubey Is Inspired by Sealcoating. It Explains a Lot About His Products.STAR, Inc.
As winter comes to an end, many of us are thinking about spring maintenance around our properties, including driveways and other paved surfaces. And few people understand the importance of...
Suddenly, Nevada and Northern Ontario Are Very Good NeighboursMineConnect
On the face of it, the Province of Ontario and the State of Nevada would seem to have little in common: Nevada with its arid desert valleys; Northern Ontario, in the Canadian Shield landform region,...
New Growth as Diversified Industry Stakes Their Claim in the Mining StateNortheastern Nevada Regional Development Authority (NNRDA)
Recognized worldwide for the mining of minerals like gold, silver, lithium, vanadium, and molybdenum, Nevada’s economy is also supported by other industries including agriculture, ranching, tourism,...
Trusted Service and Family ValuesStar Cartage
For almost 50 years, Star Cartage has provided first-class transportation and logistics services to its many customers worldwide. Building on the foundation set in place by truck driver and...
Small and MightyPrince Edward Island
From bike lanes to new roads to promoting alternative ways of getting around, Prince Edward Island (PEI) is committed to actively investing in all forms of transportation. At just 5,683.91 square...
Written in Concrete – 140 Years of SuccessBryan Materials Group
For any company to stay in business for decades is an achievement, but being successful for 140 years and counting is nothing less than remarkable. One of America’s best-known suppliers of concrete,...
Proof That Top-Class Automated Packaging Takes Top-Class PeopleViking Masek
When Leonhard Packaging Solutions (LPS) was founded by Robb Leonhard and his older brother Rick in 2002, the company started small, with Rick serving as President and Robb filling the role of Vice...
Cleaning North AmericaCleanMark Group
One of North America’s most recognized and respected facility management companies, CleanMark is founded on values of service, integrity, collaboration, and passion. Established in 1997, CleanMark...
Proof That Top-Class Automated Packaging Takes Top-Class PeopleViking Masek
When Leonhard Packaging Solutions (LPS) was founded by Robb Leonhard and his older brother Rick in 2002, the company started small, with Rick serving as President and Robb filling the role of Vice...
Looking To Cornerstone for What’s Best in CorrectionsCornerstone
Before founding Cornerstone Detention Products Inc. in 1998, Charles ‘Mitch’ Claborn had already dedicated years of his life to honing his experience in the corrections industry. With the launch of...
A Team Approach to Every ProjectAmcon Construction
To stay successful in the construction industry requires more than experience and on-time/on-budget delivery; it also takes flexibility, and few live by this credo more than Amcon. Founded in 1971,...


















































