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...
Joseph Douglas Homes
Joseph Douglas Homes (JDH) was founded by engineer Deron Butler in 1998, beginning operations as a single-family home builder and remodeling company in the Menomonee Falls area of Wisconsin....
MCDEVCO
Marathon County, Wisconsin, is rich in amenities and resources, particularly for those who enjoy the great outdoors. With a strong tourism draw, a rich agricultural base, and an economy suited to...
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...
La Crosse County, Wisconsin
La Crosse County, Wisconsin offers natural beauty, economic opportunity, cultural events, and outdoor recreation galore, plus a high quality of life matched with a low cost of living. “The main...
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,...
Lincoln County Economic Development Corporation
In north-central Wisconsin, where outdoor beauty, tight-knit communities, and a strong work ethic define daily life, Lincoln County is laying the groundwork for a new era of economic and community...
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...
Northeast 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,...
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,...
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a U.S. non-governmental, tax-exempt Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people and communities by breaking down the barriers to affordable...
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...
Manitowoc 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...
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....