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...
RVs Drive Growth and Freedom
From the covered, horse-drawn wagons that carried families and their worldly goods to homesteads in the West in the 1800s, to the trailers that cater to family vacations and motorhomes that allow...
Blackbuck Logistics
There is something to be said about an enterprise that nurtures a youthful spirit, a strong business plan, and the ability to leverage available technology and resources into adding value for...
The 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...
Demco
Demco is a fourth-generation, family-owned business with small-town roots and strong values that continue to guide the company to this day. The business was founded by President Robert Koerselman’s...
Dorsey Trailer
For over a century, Elba, Alabama-based Dorsey Trailer has designed, manufactured and fabricated a wide variety of trailers used to transport equipment, materials, parts, and supplies on highways...
Awnex Inc.
When you think about architectural branding, canopies and louvers might not be the first things that come to mind, but the team at Awnex Inc. has turned those metal details into an art form....
Why the Peach State is Ranked Number One for Business
It seems businesses around the world take inspiration from the song ‘Georgia on My Mind,’ made famous by Ray Charles. An increasing number of companies are drawn to the southern state, eager to take...
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...
HMT
HMT LLC was founded in 1978 to deliver superior aboveground storage tank technology. “It really stemmed from when the EPA, the Environmental Protection Agency, came out and the Clean Air Act was...
Canadian Museums Association
“You have to know the past to understand the present.”-Carl Sagan Founded in 1947 following World War II during a time of genuine resolve for peace, morality, and humanitarianism, the Canadian...
City of Blaine, Minnesota
The City of Blaine, Minnesota is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in the Twin Cities, and for good reason. It’s a destination of choice for sports and entertainment, and a great place to call...
The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County
For over a century, the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC) has operated out of the borough of State College, Pennsylvania. The organization acts as both the chamber of...
Hanover Logistics
The Central Pennsylvania-based Hanover Logistics Company consists of two core business aspects: Hanover Terminal Inc. represents warehousing management services, while R.H. Crawford Inc. (RHC)...
Joseph Transportation Group
Few companies manage to go from zero to hero in two generations and maintain momentum. Joseph Transportation Group (JTG) in Hamilton, Ontario, spent the past 50 years carving a name for itself...
FlavorSum
Founded in 2021, FlavorSum has emerged as a unified platform bringing together several customer-focused flavor houses across North America. This strategic integration enabled the company to...
Bailey Edward
Through a focus on quantifiable project management, creative problem solving, and unwavering responsiveness, Bailey Edward’s architectural team creates environments that empower and excite the...
Michigan Sugar Company
A grower-owned cooperative, Michigan Sugar Company is headquartered in Bay City, Michigan, with sugar beet processing facilities in Bay City, Caro, Croswell and Sebewaing, Michigan; warehouse...
Trends, Challenges, and Changing Technology
Aging demographics, urbanization, and various technological advancements: these trends are all serving to change and shape the health landscape. Healthcare is undergoing a transformation thanks in...
Why Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Matter More Than Ever
Political transitions can have widespread implications on the way a society functions, and that is certainly true of the political landscape in the United States today, where the new...
Clarion County, Pennsylvania
One of Western Pennsylvania’s most precious gems, where adventure begins, nature thrives, and every season tells a story, Clarion County covers a magical patch of the United States just North of...
Jefferson County, Pennsylvania
With sparkling night skies and breathtaking natural beauty, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania has much to offer world-weary travelers and those looking to relocate alike. Recently appointed as the...
Wyoming County, Pennsylvania
Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is an ideal blend of country living and metropolitan opportunity. “Our county has the best of both worlds,” says Gina Severcool Suydam, President of the Wyoming Chamber...
City of Yorkton, Saskatchewan
Yorkton, located in the agriculturally rich aspen parkland of east-central Saskatchewan, is the province’s sixth-largest city. It boasts direct access to markets through Yellowhead Highway #16,...
iWired/HomeRun Electronics
iWired of Scottsdale, Arizona specializes in lighting, sound, and security solutions for private homes and commercial buildings. The company’s “three-pillar approach,” as CEO Johnathan George calls...
Minerva Dairy
Minerva Dairy is not just a business; it is a legacy, a testament to over a century of hard work, innovation, and community commitment. Founded in 1894 by Max P. Radloff in Hustisford, Wisconsin,...
Radius Fire Protection
Radius Fire Protection, based in Richmond, British Columbia and serving the greater Vancouver area, including Hope and Whistler, is Canada's only fire protection company offering complete fire...
Collective Arts
Collective Arts is a Hamilton, Ontario-based beverage company that does a lot more than just make and sell drinks. While the company’s product lineup includes craft beer, cider, spirits,...
Williams Fire & Hazard Control
The surname in Williams Fire & Hazard Control refers to Les & Dwight Williams, who launched the business in 1980 as a response company for the oil and gas industry. Beforehand, it had...
Video & Audio Center
Video & Audio Center of Los Angeles, California blends cutting-edge technology with old-fashioned customer care. It has proven a hugely successful formula for this award-winning company that...
Helping Hybrid Teams Deliver
Going through and coming out of the COVID pandemic changed us in many ways—one of the biggest was remote work. Before 2019, for most of us, being asked to go into an office five days a week would...
Navigating Policy Shifts, Immigration, and Market Trends
There are dozens upon dozens of municipal and provincial elections in a typical year in Canada, and with a federal election seemingly on the horizon for the new year, there are many issues that are...
Harford County, Maryland
Home to an internationally renowned research facility as well as miles of scenic waterfront, vast stretches of preserved green space, and a historic maritime village, Harford County, Maryland is a...
Kleen-Tech
Kleen-Tech has carved a niche for itself as a leader in the janitorial and facilities management industry, with a story that spans decades of evolution and growth. James Vaughan, President and CEO...
The Shires of Southwestern Vermont
The breathtaking Shires of Southwestern Vermont in the northeastern United States have been working hard at creating tremendous transformation across the region. From its workforce to its...
Go Goshen
In just a few short years, the organization formerly known as the Goshen County Economic Development Corp in Wyoming has undergone considerable change, and has made it through some hard times to...