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...
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The Power of Partnership in Arizona’s Economy
A Sun-Drenched Community Looks AheadPima 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...
Building a Modern City from the Ground UpCity 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...
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...
The Center of It All – Tempe, Arizona Is Destined for SuccessCity 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 on the Move – Growth, Industry, and Opportunity in Arizona’s High DesertMohave 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...
Where Promises Made Are Promises DeliveredTown 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...
Nobody Does It Quite Like PeabodyCity 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...
Blending Heritage with VisionCity 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...
A Seaport with a History – and a FutureCity 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...
Family Is the Foundation of SuccessNEFCO 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 Bright and Beautiful Future of a City on the GrowCity 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...
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...
Choose Chester. For Business. For Life.Chester County, South Carolina
Strategically positioned along Interstate 77’s north-south corridor, Chester County offers unparalleled access to major markets. Within a day’s drive of 42 percent of the U.S. population, just 30...
Masters in Any IndustryWestern SC Economic Development Partnership
Since its founding in 1984, the Western SC Economic Development Partnership has been committed to driving growth and opportunity across its four member counties—Aiken, Edgefield, McCormick, and...
A Well-Kept SecretMcCormick County, South Carolina
Originally settled as a booming gold mining community, McCormick County is nestled along South Carolina’s freshwater coast on the banks of Lake Thurmond, surrounded by the pines of Sumter National...
South Carolina’s Manufacturing HubLaurens County, South Carolina
Laurens County, South Carolina is growing at an astronomical rate. “We have been very successful at getting jobs,” says Jonathan Coleman, President and CEO of Laurens County Development Corporation....
Growing Opportunities for a Growing PopulationBrunswick Business & Industry Development
Brunswick County, North Carolina is a region steeped in history and natural beauty, with awe-inspiring places and vistas. But as rich as its past has been, its future is even brighter thanks in...
Connected to the Nation and the WorldDillon County, South Carolina
Dillon County has certainly been ‘Alive on the I-95,’ as the slogan says, referencing the north-south interstate corridor that runs from the international border crossing at Houlton, Maine all the...
From Humble Beginnings to Industry LeadershipAir Power Manufacturing Solutions
Air Power Manufacturing Solutions, founded by William Ball, had an unassuming start that would later become a benchmark in the industrial manufacturing sector. The journey began with William selling...
Modernizing a LegacyAssociated Scaffolding
Associated Scaffolding, a multi-generational, family-owned business, has established itself as a trusted leader in scaffolding and safety solutions across the Carolinas, Virginia, Tennessee,...
Leading the Charge in Additive Manufacturing and InnovationCAMAL – The Center for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics
Born from NC State University’s strong tradition in Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) and with the support of the Edward P. Fitts Department, The Center for Additive Manufacturing and...
Supporting and Advancing the Contract Cleaning and Building Services IndustryBuilding Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI)
For nearly 60 years, the Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) has been a cornerstone of support and advocacy for professionals in the contract cleaning and building...
Kindness, Respect, and Strong Values: Saber Leads with CompassionSaber Building Services
By setting a passionate example through leading with compassion, strong values, and empathy for team members, Saber Building Services excels in handling the day-to-day custodial services of...
How Leadership, Community Commitment, and Technological Advancement are Shaping the Future of Janitorial ServicesOffice Pride
For over 30 years, Office Pride has established itself as a leader in the janitorial services industry, committed to providing exceptional service while honoring a foundation built on faith and...
Advancing Addiction Treatment in AmericaNational Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP)
The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) has been supporting organizations dedicated to treating addiction for nearly 50 years. Based in Denver, Colorado and Washington, DC,...
Providing Paths to Freedom from AddictionAll In Solutions Behavioral Health
Addiction is one of the most challenging battles a person can face, and no two journeys to recovery are the same. Recognizing this, All In Solutions has created a compassionate and individualized...
A Continuum of CareBuena Vista Health and Recovery Centers
The vision of Buena Vista Health and Recovery Centers is “to restore and enhance the lives of individuals affected by substance use disorder through the delivery of hospitality and world-class...
Leading with Purpose and Innovation in Addiction TreatmentBradford Health Services
For nearly half a century, Bradford Health Services has been at the forefront of addiction treatment, guided by a dedication to comprehensive, patient-centered care. Established in 1977 in...
It’s Official––Healing Begins with a Warm WelcomeSerenity Lane
The statistics are overwhelming: more than one in every six American adults and teens had a substance use disorder in 2023, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. The annual survey...
Leadership, Innovation, Integrity – Opening Doors for Women in BusinessWBE Canada
Dedicated to enabling and supporting the growth of women entrepreneurs, Women Business Enterprises Canada Council (WBE Canada) is a Canadian non-profit organization that is opening doors for...
Growth Driven by a Legacy of Quality and ServiceCalhoun Super Structure
From a single concept to an international manufacturing company specializing in engineered fabric buildings, Calhoun Super Structure provides more than a century of collective expertise from a team...
Leading With HeartMack Kirk Roofing & Sheet Metal
Christina and Gino Laplante, owners of Mack Kirk Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. bring passion to their team and customers. The results prove that nothing wins in life like being genuine. Having...
It’s All in the ChemistryNetchem
In the world of international specialty chemical procurement and distribution, Netchem Inc. serves hundreds of manufacturing customers, from independently-owned businesses to Fortune 100 companies....
Innovation by DesignArquitectonicaSTUDIO
Despite its relatively young age, ArquitectonicaSTUDIO is an established, interdisciplinary voice on the Miami architecture scene that has proven to be a dynamic and capable collaborator across a...
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,...
Safer, Greener, Better – The Practice of Progressive MiningBME Mining Canada
Embarking on an explosive journey of innovation and growth, BME Mining Canada, a dynamic collaboration between Sudbury's leading drilling and blasting contractor, Consbec, and South African...
Leaders in Environmental InnovationA&M Remediation
Mining practices and safety standards have come a long way, and while companies have adopted environmental and social guidelines (ESG) to mitigate serious risks to people and the environment, there...
Bringing Canadian Mining Solutions to a Global MarketMining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network
When it comes to the future of mining, Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network Director Chamirai Nyabeze says that the industry has become closely tied to the future of the...
Hydraulic Valve Manufacturer Broadens Its FocusHAWE Hydraulik
HAWE Hydraulik has gone electric, so to speak. Headquartered near Munich, Germany, with subsidiaries around the world including in North America, the company designs and manufactures hydraulic...
Atlantic Momentum Hits HomeAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency is entering its third decade of operations as the foremost organization dedicated to supporting both businesses and owners in the Atlantic provinces (Nova...
Welcome to the Heart of LabradorTown of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador
If you’re looking for a community where business and investment opportunities abound; where salaries are above average; where families enjoy all the amenities associated with urban living, but also...
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...
A Bus Company With A PurposeCoach Atlantic – Maritime Bus – T3 Transit
This Maritime-based bus company is composed of three businesses committed to moving people daily: Coach Atlantic, which operates motorcoaches for group charters; Maritime Bus, which is concerned...
Celebrating Canada’s Holiday IslandTourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island
Corryn Clemence, CEO of the Tourism Industry Association of PEI (TIAPEI), arrived in Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest province, for a two-week visit in 1997, the year the Confederation Bridge...
Opportunities Abound for Provincial TourismTourism Industry Association of New Brunswick
The Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick (TIANB) is the premier organization for the assistance and benefit of both tourism and hospitality in its eponymous home province. The association...
Halifax Stanfield: A Beacon of Success in Atlantic CanadaHalifax International Airport Authority
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (Halifax Stanfield), Atlantic Canada’s largest airport, served 3.1 million passengers and processed 37,000 metric tonnes of cargo last year, generating an...
Building a Better Workforce Through Better ResearchTourism HR Canada
Committed to creating a workforce for the tourism industry that’s among the best in the world, Tourism HR Canada celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. These have been three decades of promoting...
Supporting Sustainability for Smaller BusinessesGreenStep
When Angela Nagy was 18, she was hired to coordinate grants to build an interpretive greenway trail along Mission Creek in Kelowna, British Columbia, about four and a half hours northeast of...


















































