Strongwood
Waupaca, Wisconsin-based Strongwood has built its success on turning dreams into reality. Specializing in custom design and construction services for both new homes and remodeling/addition projects,...
Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality
In recent years, Tallahassee-Leon County has become a rising star in the economic development landscape of the Southeast. Alongside national recognition and impressive industry expansion, the city’s...
Clayens Group
Geopolitics is rewriting the world’s industrial playbook. In response, Clayens Group is leveraging change for growth. Following consistent double-digit expansion over the past few years, the...
Thomaston-Upson County Industrial Development Authority (TUCIDA)
The City of Thomaston, Georgia is going through a revival. With the beautiful landmark courthouse, built in the neoclassical revival style in 1908, at its heart, this friendly community is renewing...
Davila Homes
With a penchant for breaking the metaphorical mold, Davila Homes of Orlando, Florida approaches design and construction from a fresh angle. The company’s collective fearlessness transforms complex...
City of Palm Coast, Florida
With over 100,000 residents and a fast-growing reputation as one of Florida’s most desirable places to live and do business, the city of Palm Coast is on the rise. Located along Interstate 95 in...
City 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...
Dodge County, Wisconsin
Whether you’re searching for thriving communities with robust public school and university systems or looking to strike a balance between a bustling downtown and a tranquil rural setting while still...
Preparing for Hurricane Season
On September 26th, 2024, Hurricane Helene slammed into the Big Bend area of the Florida Gulf Coast. The Category 4 storm ripped through the region, causing immense damage with 140-mile-per-hour...
Pierce County Economic Development Corporation
For many, Pierce County, Wisconsin is the perfect rural escape from the bustle of the city. Each day, the region attracts visitors from nearby Minneapolis-St. Paul, Madison, Milwaukee, and beyond,...
Burnett County, Wisconsin
Burnett is a small county located in the northwestern part of the state of Wisconsin, only an hour and a half away from the Twin Cities area of Minneapolis-Saint Paul in Minnesota. The population of...
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
Embracing the mission “to strategically invest in Wisconsin to enhance the economic well-being of people and their businesses and communities,” the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC),...
Adams County, Wisconsin
In the heart of Central Wisconsin, Adams County is redefining what it means to be a rural community. Known for its scenic beauty and close-knit towns, the county is experiencing a revitalization...
Buffalo County, Wisconsin
Nestled along the majestic Mississippi River, Buffalo County, Wisconsin is a place where small-town charm meets big opportunities. In recent years, it’s been quietly transforming into a regional...
City of Wausau, Wisconsin
With a growing economy and a range of redevelopment projects to enhance quality of life, the City of Wausau, Wisconsin is an ideal place to live, work, and play. “We have a great work-life balance...
Oneida County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC)
Founded in 1989 to support and encourage economic growth across the county, the Oneida County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) focuses on helping Wisconsin businesses grow by assisting...
Travel Turmoil in a Changing World
While some people like a staycation, most of us get excited about experiencing a place that’s outside our everyday routine. Still, tourism in North America has seen its share of ups and downs. Think...
St. Croix Economic Development Corporation
Being part of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul market that is home to a wide range of thriving businesses, St. Croix County delivers major metro advantages while offering unique benefits. The Wisconsin...
Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation
In the heart of western Wisconsin, the Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation is leading a quiet revolution fueled by strategic growth, a thriving entrepreneurial culture, and a community...
City of West Bend, Wisconsin
While balance may be a mere buzzword for some cities, the City of West Bend in southeast Wisconsin has long found its sweet spot, perfectly blending its ever-evolving business and lifestyle...
Green 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,...
Juneau County, Wisconsin
With the goal of supporting the prosperity of commercial, industrial, entrepreneurial, and agricultural businesses while fostering robust economic development for communities in Juneau County,...
Envision Greater Fond du Lac
In Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, economic development is not just about infrastructure and investment; it is about building relationships, delivering hands-on support, and creating momentum across...
Town of Davie, Florida
Everywhere you turn, the economic landscape is booming in the Town of Davie, Florida, with the completion of several major projects that were underway when Business in Focus last profiled the...
City of Dania Beach, Florida
An almost magical find, the happy and vibrant city of Dania Beach in South Florida reminds one of a mermaid’s purse—much smaller than the neighboring cities of Fort Lauderdale and Miami yet filled...
Catherwood Towing
Last year, the Catherwood family and Ernie Catherwood, who owns and operates Catherwood Towing Ltd., in Mission, British Columbia, were inducted into the Fraser River Discovery Centre’s Hall of...
City of Kissimmee, Florida
Rapid expansion has come to Central Florida, and the City of Kissimmee welcomes the fresh pickings of a decade-long drive for economic diversification. Following consistent investment, Kissimmee,...
Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
Saratoga County, New York is hailed as one of the safest and healthiest communities in the United States, according to 2022 U.S. News and World Report’s Healthiest Communities rankings. So there is...
City of Green Bay, Wisconsin
Each year the City of Green Bay, Wisconsin hosts approximately six million visitors who have a multitude of reasons to visit but even more reasons to stay, thanks to continued efforts to enhance the...
Marinette County, Wisconsin
When people describe Marinette County as an outdoor paradise, it’s no exaggeration. Nestled in northeastern Wisconsin, the county is a natural haven where adventure meets community, and economic...
City of Kaukauna, Wisconsin
Kaukauna, Wisconsin is a Midwestern city of 17,588 residents with “a small-town feeling” and a progressive spirit, says Kaukauna’s Marketing and Communications Manager Andrea Fencl. “This is a very...
City of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
The city of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin has arrived at a unique point in its evolution. The city is shedding its prior reputation as a bedroom community serving the greater Madison area, instead...
Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
In 2025, Indian River County, Florida, marks a remarkable milestone, its 100th year as a vibrant and thriving community. This centennial celebration not only honors a century of history but also...
Miller Marriott Construction Co.
When faced with a client who wanted to build a house dangerously near a cliff, the team at Miller Marriott Construction Co. did not blink. “We have a reputation for being able to get our homes into...
Columbia County Economic Development
“The white glove approach is something we take to heart,” says Economic Development Director Jennifer Daniels of the Columbia County, Florida Economic Development Department’s approach to welcoming...
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...
Matern 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...
Opportunities and Risks
Since the launch of OpenAI’s Chat GPT-1 in June 2018, innovation in the AI landscape has been accelerating, with more use cases and workloads coming within the capability of the new AI models we see...
On the Brink of a Global Trade War
The world is embroiled in a trade war that promises to destabilize the highly integrated global economy, tensions that are exacerbated by the physical wars taking place on numerous fronts. People...
Harrison 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,...
Peach County, Georgia
After featuring Peach County, Georgia in July 2017, Business in Focus checked back in this month to hear the latest news and developments from this industry-focused rural community, which is still...
Berrien County, Georgia
In Berrien County, Georgia, neighbors still call one another by name and are eager to get involved. With 19,000 residents, the population is relatively small, “but with that smallness comes such a...
City of Welland, Ontario
One of southern Ontario’s fastest-growing and most innovative cities, the City of Welland strikes an attractive balance between small-town charm and commercial prosperity. Affectionately known as...
HopCat
In an era where sustainability and community engagement are increasingly becoming central to business practices, leaders across various industries are working tirelessly to implement and prioritize...
Larlyn Property Management
Building strong connections with clients by understanding the various responsibilities and difficulties that every developer, investor, asset manager, and condo board member encounters has long been...
Innovation 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...
The Dynamics and Impacts of Family-Owned Businesses
Family-owned and operated businesses are the backbone of local, national, and global economies, and while many consumers imagine these operations to be smaller enterprises that offer boutique...
The Museum of Anthropology at UBC
The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at the University of British Columbia is not just a place where history is preserved; it is a dynamic institution that continually evolves in response to the...
City of Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Asked what he wants people to know about the city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Bob Mundt, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sioux Falls Development Foundation (SFDF), is quick to reply....
Covington 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...