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2021 | November 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
The City that Rises Above the Rest
City of Sunrise, FL

From its ease of access to its corporate parks, ongoing investment, and well-managed local government, the City of Sunrise represents the best Florida has to offer. Situated in central-western Broward County – one of the three counties comprising the Miami metropolitan area – Sunrise is a hub for major employers like American Express, Chetu HQ, AT&T, Amazon and Comcast to name just a few. It’s home to many national and global headquarters, along with retail, office and manufacturing businesses in tech, medicine, logistics and other areas.

2021 | November 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Tampa Bay Treasure
City of Largo, FL

by Claire Suttles

The City of Largo enjoys a prime location nestled between the sunny shores of Florida’s Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. “We are located close to a lot of great things,” says Mayor Woody Brown. From water sports, fishing, nature preserves, and amusement parks to museums, NFL football, and aquariums, the surrounding area has it all.

2021 | November 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Growth and Prosperity by Design
Chisago County, MN

by Jessica Ferlaino

In Chisago County, Minnesota growth and development is done by design, and thanks to a countywide strategy, great efforts are being taken to collectively leverage the strengths and the growth potential of its cities, townships, and school districts to make the area a vibrant, prosperous, overall great place to be.

2021 | November 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Still Making History
City of Salem, MA

by Claire Suttles

Salem, Massachusetts has earned the tagline ‘Still Making History.’ “We are rooted in history,” says Director of Planning and Community Development Tom Daniel. Founded in 1626, Salem is best known for the infamous witch trials of 1692, which still captivate the public and draw tourists to the community three centuries later.

2021 | October 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Focused on Business Development
Waseca County, MN

by Claire Suttles

After featuring Waseca County, Minnesota in 2017, we checked back in with the community this month to hear the latest developments. Several exciting new programs and expansions are underway, but a key factor that has not changed is the high quality of life.

2021 | October 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
A Dynamo in the Dairy State
City of Sun Prairie, WI

by David Caldwell

As communities across North America adapt to sweeping economic and demographic change, it is more important than ever to identify communities that provide new opportunities while retaining small-town values. Just ten miles north-east of the state capital of Madison, the rapidly-growing city of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin offers ready-made infrastructure, economic incentives, and a can-do attitude that help make this a thriving community.

February 2022 | Workforce & Economic Development
Urban Oasis
City of North Miami, FL

by Pauline Muller

As Miami-Dade County’s sixth-biggest city and home to nearly 70,000 people, the City of North Miami in South Florida is known for being as welcoming and culturally diverse as it is resilient. It is the “middle of the market” strategically located midpoint between several large business districts, two major seaports and two international airports at Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

2021 | September 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Partners in Development
Town of Chelmsford, MA

by Robert Hoshowsky

Rich in history, the Town of Chelmsford is a picturesque place where the past seamlessly integrates with the present. Named for Chelmsford, England, this venerable Massachusetts town was incorporated in 1655. Long ago, Chelmsford’s economy was based on farming, limestone quarrying, and lumber mills; almost 370 years later, Chelmsford is known for quality of life, education, and business-friendly thinking.

2021 | August 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Working to Drive Bay County, Michigan Forward!
Bay Future, Inc.

by Jessica Ferlaino

In a state that is known for its automotive history, leading the charge to drive the local economy forward in Bay County, Michigan is Bay Future, Inc. The economic development organization has found ways to rally communal support for the local economy and community well-being at a time when it was needed most, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021 | August 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
New Developments – for People, Business, and Nature
City of Green Bay, WI

by Jessica Ferlaino

It’s an exciting time in Green Bay, Wisconsin, a city that has been successfully redeveloping in ways that so many cities struggle to achieve – paying homage to its industrial past while focusing equally on the needs of its environment, its residents, and its business community.

2021 | August 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Living in the Sunshine State – and Loving It
City of Winter Garden, FL

by David Caldwell

A silver lining to the pandemic is the new-found viability of remote work. As we discover that work may be performed from anywhere, where we live becomes more important than ever. In Central Florida, a community that’s both new and historic is offering the opportunity for better, simpler living.

2021 | August 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Putting People First
Amherst Madison Real Estate Advisors

by Robert Hoshowsky

Headquartered in Idaho’s bustling capital city of Boise and with a location in the charming suburb of Eagle in the foothills of Boise, Amherst Madison Real Estate Advisors is one of the state’s most respected real estate firms. Featured on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies, for three years in a row (2018, 2019 and 2020), this independent, full-service business keeps growing to meet the needs of its clientele, and is well-known as “Idaho’s locally-owned and globally-connected real estate brokerage.”

2021 | August 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Little City, Big Heart
City of Cibolo, TX

by Allison Dempsey

One of the safest and most livable cities in the State of Texas, the City of Cibolo in Guadalupe County, south central Texas, is bordered by the I-10 to the south and I-35 to the north. Cibolo is successfully attracting diverse new residents with its outstanding work, school and leisure opportunities.

2021 | August 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Growing and Thriving Is What They Do Best in Moscow
City of Moscow, ID

by Allison Dempsey

If you’re looking for a great place to visit, live, or work, the City of Moscow, Idaho, boasts impressive amenities including access to international airports, strong broadband, a fantastic live music scene, and stellar restaurants – just to name a few.

2021 | In Focus | June 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
An Ideal Location Full of Development Opportunities
City of Smyrna, GA

by Claire Suttles

Known as Jonquil City for the thousands of bright yellow flowers that bloom throughout the community every spring, Smyrna, Georgia boasts charming neighborhoods, a revitalized downtown, and 304 acres of park and green space. Some may remember Smyrna as the hometown of Julia Roberts, but the community deserves a place on the map for far more than Hollywood trivia.

June 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Shifting Gears to Support Local Businesses through Trying Times
Door County Economic Development Organization

by Jen Hocken

Door County is a narrow peninsula reaching out roughly seventy miles from the eastern edge of Wisconsin, separating Green Bay from Lake Michigan. This popular upper-Midwest vacation spot is known for its beautiful coastal landscapes. With three hundred miles of shoreline and countless beaches dotted with more lighthouses than any other county in the United States, thirty-four named islands, and dozens of unique communities, the county is a wonderful destination.

2021 | In Focus | March 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Spend a Day in Cajun Country
Allen Parish, LA

by Claire Suttles

Allen Parish, Louisiana is home to a wealth of Cajun traditions and unique tourist attractions. After featuring the community several times in the past, Business in Focus caught back up with Allen Parish Tourist Commission’s Executive Director Adagria Haddock to get the scoop on the Parish’s new Cultural Center and hear the latest news.

2021 | In Focus | March 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Kicking off 2021 with a Gamechanger
The Port of Green Bay

by Jessica Ferlaino

The Port of Green Bay is an economic engine that has been driving growth and prosperity in the City of Green Bay and Northeastern Wisconsin for centuries. But its true capacity will only now be realized, as new and exciting ways to maximize its potential build steam.

2021 | In Focus | March 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
So It’s True About Diversity in the Workplace…
Improved Opportunity is Better Business

by Jessica Ferlaino

“Diversity, or the state of being different, isn’t the same as inclusion. One is a description of what is, while the other describes a style of interaction essential to effective teams and organizations.” — Psychologist Bill Crawford

2021 | In Focus | March 2021 | Workforce & Economic Development
Minding Your Business… and Your Children
Women Entrepreneurs Balance Work and Family

by Allison Dempsey

Those who say you can’t do it all clearly haven’t met a woman running her own business while also raising a family. Attempting to balance work life with personal life when you’re a mother and a business owner is probably one of the most challenging jobs out there. Adding the realities of financial inequality between women entrepreneurs and their male counterparts to the difficulties of sharing childcare and house duties with a partner means these women battle with much more than just the daily strains of keeping a business afloat. And yet, they’re still taking it on and getting it done admirably.