Sustainability, Equity, and Smart Design
So go downtownThings will be great when you’re downtownNo finer place for sure, downtownEverything’s waiting for you-Downtown by Petula Clark Whether you love or loathe urban living, creating cities...
The 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...
Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED)
On June 1, 2025, Jennifer Lindley officially assumed the presidency of the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED). From the start, she and CEO Katie Hurst have been laying the...
Pima County, Arizona
Pima County is a sun-drenched region in southern Arizona boasting a strong economy, a long history, leading academic institutions, a wide array of outdoor recreational opportunities, and an...
City of Maricopa, Arizona
In the vast desert landscape south of Phoenix, one of Arizona’s youngest cities is making an outsized impression in the world of economic development. The City of Maricopa, officially incorporated...
City 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...
City of Tempe, Arizona
A world-class destination for adventure and recreation and a welcoming and compassionate community, Tempe, Arizona is situated in the heart of the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. One of the most...
Mohave County, Arizona
Nestled in the scenic high desert of northwestern Arizona, Mohave County is quietly but decisively transforming. Over the past few years, the county has experienced an impressive wave of economic...
Great Western Inorganics
GWI is more than a chemical manufacturer—it’s a vertically integrated solutions partner powering industries that shape our world. From semiconductors and optics to aerospace, green technology,...
Town of Billerica, Massachusetts
The Town of Billerica, Massachusetts is riding a wave of momentum thanks to the approach to municipal development it has taken to strengthen its local economy and elevate the quality of life enjoyed...
City of Peabody, Massachusetts
In verdant Massachusetts, the City of Peabody is a vibrant, diverse community of about 54,000. It is a place of beauty and rich history that is warm and welcoming to newcomers and businesses. For...
City of Torrington, Connecticut
A decade ago, Business in Focus identified Torrington as a city on the verge of change. Today, that potential has been fulfilled, largely thanks to Mayor Elinor Carbone's leadership. During her...
City of Salem, Massachusetts
Preparing to celebrate its 400th birthday in 2026, Salem, Massachusetts is “America’s bewitching seaport,” says Mayor Dominick Pangallo. Although notorious for the witch trials of 1692, when 25...
NEFCO Geotechnical Contractors
Everyone knows that a building’s longevity—and the safety and comfort of those who use it—depends on the strength of its foundation. With so many moving parts on any given project, it is specialty...
The 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...
Allegany County, New York
Allegany County, New York has been working hard to highlight its natural splendor, beauty, and other charms. Last profiled by Business in Focus in January 2019, Allegany is a largely rural county...
Shawnee Forward
Since its formation in 2017, Shawnee Forward has made a name for itself as a unifying force in the region’s business and economic development landscape. Created through the merger of the Shawnee...
Lanco Integrated
As technology advances at an ever-accelerating pace, particularly in the realms of artificial intelligence and smart innovations, manufacturers face the added challenge of keeping up with these...
City of Peoria, Arizona
“What makes Peoria unique is that everything is new,” says Maria Laughner, Director of Economic Development Services for the city of Peoria, Arizona. “We’re emerging. We’ve been a bedroom community...
Beyond Distribution
Beyond Distribution, part of the Berger Moving & Storage family of brands, has set the benchmark for highly tailored, adaptable delivery solutions. The company creates the perfect combination of...
Swish Maintenance Limited
Amidst global re-adjustments and geopolitical shifts, it’s good to find a proudly Canadian company stepping up, resolved to provide the nation with premium sanitation. Swish Maintenance Limited is a...