Site Selection

Ohio's Success Spreads Across Urban Centers and Micropolitans Alike

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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Over the last six years, Ohio is the only state that has consistently achieved top-5 rankings in both categories.

Key Points: 
  • Over the last six years, Ohio is the only state that has consistently achieved top-5 rankings in both categories.
  • Ohio's widespread prominence is undeniable, boasting several top-10 cities and the highest number of top-100 micropolitans – populations between 10K and 50K –among all 50 states.
  • Ohio consistently proves itself as a catalyst for economic development, whether in a large city or a small community, as success permeates throughout the state.
  • Focusing on micropolitans alone, 16 Ohio cities made it to the Top 100 list for attracting new businesses and investments, the most of any state.

Five Northeast Indiana Cities Selected for Top 100 Performing Micropolitans

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Site Selection, Economic development, City, Workforce

FORT WAYNE, Ind., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Five cities in Northeast Indiana have been ranked among the top 100 micropolitan areas in the country.

Key Points: 
  • FORT WAYNE, Ind., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Five cities in Northeast Indiana have been ranked among the top 100 micropolitan areas in the country.
  • Cities in the 11-county region have ranked in Site Selection Magazine's Top 100 Micropolitans list each year since 2007.
  • "Northeast Indiana communities have a business-friendly climate, skilled workforce, and accessibility to key markets," said Stephane Frijia, President and CEO of the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership.
  • "Site Selection's rankings confirm that Northeast Indiana is the midwest's strongest economic development engine."

CHICAGO NAMED TOP METRO FOR CORPORATE INVESTMENT, 11 YEARS IN A ROW BY SITE SELECTION MAGAZINE

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mayor Brandon Johnson, alongside representatives from World Business Chicago and key figures from the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, gathered at S&C Electric in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood to announce that, for the eleventh consecutive year, Chicago has secured the prestigious title of the top metro area in the United States for corporate investment, according to Site Selection magazine. This ranking underscores Chicago's sustained appeal as a prime destination for business growth and development.

Key Points: 
  • Chicago: #1 U.S. Metro for Corporate Relocation & Site Selection, 11 years running, by Site Selection Magazine
    "Access to diverse talent, global connectivity and the City's strong infrastructure are among the reasons why Chicago has been ranked a top metropolitan area for selection and corporate relocation for 11 years," said Mayor Brandon Johnson.
  • Congratulations to all those involved in making this happen and thank you to Site Selection magazine for this recognition."
  • Kane County Board Chairman Corinne Pierog: "The recognition from Site Selection magazine highlights the region's allure for new businesses and investments.
  • This continuous recognition by Site Selection magazine affirms that our city and metro area stand as beacons for business growth and innovation.

Anju to Exhibit and Present at EUCROF24: Leveraging Data for Enhanced Site Selection and Feasibility in Clinical Trials

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Friday, February 16, 2024
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Elke Ydens, Associate Director of Business Solutions at Anju, will deliver a compelling presentation titled "Clinical Use Case: Why You Need a Data-Driven Approach for Site Selection and Feasibility."

Key Points: 
  • Elke Ydens, Associate Director of Business Solutions at Anju, will deliver a compelling presentation titled "Clinical Use Case: Why You Need a Data-Driven Approach for Site Selection and Feasibility."
  • In the dynamic realm of clinical research, data-driven site selection and feasibility assessments are integral for optimizing trial timelines and results.
  • Elke will cover topics including extracting insights from historical data, navigating the competitive landscape's impact on strategic decisions, and aligning site selection with diversity strategies.
  • "We are excited to share our expertise in data-driven approaches for optimizing site selection and feasibility in clinical trials," said Elke Ydens.

New Cold Storage 3PL Revs Forward in Unprecedented Ramp Up

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Ageing, Site Selection, Warehouse

ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadia Cold Storage & Logistics is closing 2023 with five ribbon cuttings for brand-new, large scale cold storage warehouses under their belt. After two years of planning and preparation, the Company is fully operational and actively serving customers in each of their five new facilities, Hazleton, PA; Fort Worth, TX; Atlanta, GA; Phoenix, AZ; and Reno, NV.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadia Cold Storage & Logistics is closing 2023 with five ribbon cuttings for brand-new, large scale cold storage warehouses under their belt.
  • After two years of planning and preparation, the Company is fully operational and actively serving customers.
  • "We have developed new, high-quality cold storage assets at a time where there are a lot of aging buildings in the United States," Chris Hughes, Arcadia President & CEO said.
  • "We are excited to be a new disruptive player in an otherwise antiquated industry with our new facilities, passionate team, and leading-edge technology."

Duke Energy's 2023 Site Readiness Program helps prepare business, industrial sites in an effort to spark economic growth in Florida

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
NYSE, News, Carbon, Electricity, Carbon accounting, Duke Energy, Hydrogen, Site Selection, Duke Energy Florida, Economic development, Silent Scope 2, Renewable energy

"Our communities depend on economic growth," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president.

Key Points: 
  • "Our communities depend on economic growth," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president.
  • From 2005-2022, the Site Readiness Program has evaluated 28 sites in Florida.
  • The 2023 Site Readiness Program locations include:
    "One of the most important priorities of our North Florida region is to develop an inventory of highly competitive sites to market for economic development," said Jeff Hendry, North Florida Economic Development Partnership executive director.
  • "Duke Energy's Site Readiness Program provides robust investment through financial resources, technical assistance and invaluable expertise.

FirstEnergy Named Top Utility for Economic Development by Site Selection Magazine for Fifth Year in a Row

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth year in a row, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has been named by Site Selection magazine as one of the nation's leading utilities in promoting economic development, helping to attract more than 12,000 new jobs and $7.3 billion in third-party corporate facility investment in its six-state service area in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Twenty Site Selection award winners were chosen from a field of more than 3,300 electric companies and cooperatives across the country.
  • They were recognized for complementing reliable power delivery to their customers with a hands-on approach to encouraging business development in their operational areas.
  • FirstEnergy's economic development team positively influenced 86 major projects in 2022, representing more than 12,000 new jobs for its service area.
  • "This is our 19th recognition by Site Selection in the past 21 years, which is a testament to our company's commitment to economic development projects that benefit the customers we serve," said Patrick Kelly, director of economic development for FirstEnergy.

Ohio Ranks Number One in Global Groundwork Index by Site Selection Magazine

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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Columbus, OH, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Governor Mike DeWine, Lt Governor Jon Husted, Ohio Department of Development, and JobsOhio are proud to announce that Ohio has been ranked number one in the Global Groundwork Index by Site Selection magazine based on an analysis of job creation, capital expenditures, and strategic infrastructure development from 2019 through July 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Columbus, OH, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Governor Mike DeWine, Lt Governor Jon Husted, Ohio Department of Development, and JobsOhio are proud to announce that Ohio has been ranked number one in the Global Groundwork Index by Site Selection magazine based on an analysis of job creation, capital expenditures, and strategic infrastructure development from 2019 through July 2023.
  • "Ohio ranks Number One in the Global Groundwork Index because we recognize the importance of making strategic investments today that will impact Ohio's future," said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.
  • "We have prepared Ohio to win, and it is great to see the team effort being recognized as a success."
  • Site Selection's Global Groundwork Index methodology is the first of its kind.

Four Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership Counties Recognized Today Among "America's Best Counties"

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Workforce, Private sector, Metro, World Business Chicago, Site Selection, Investment, Growth, Environment, Tourism, Chicago metropolitan area

CHICAGO, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- World Business Chicago is proud to announce that four counties within the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership have been recognized as "America's Best Counties" by Site Selection magazine.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- World Business Chicago is proud to announce that four counties within the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership have been recognized as "America's Best Counties" by Site Selection magazine.
  • This national ranking, based on Conway Projects Database's proprietary corporate facility investment data, underscores the region's economic strengths and attractiveness.
  • "Being recognized by Site Selection magazine as one of the best counties in the country validates that the Chicagoland region remains economically strong and competitive," said Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant.
  • We take great pride in being recognized and will continue leveraging our strengths, in collaboration with the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, to drive economic growth and prosperity for our community and the region."

Build to Suit Industrial Program: Customized Solutions for Light Manufacturing Facilities

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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This innovative Development Program is designed to serve "on shoring" or companies migrating to the Southern US to establish manufacturing operations.

Key Points: 
  • This innovative Development Program is designed to serve "on shoring" or companies migrating to the Southern US to establish manufacturing operations.
  • Tailored Design: The Build to Suit Industrial Program provides businesses with the opportunity to collaborate closely with our experienced team of architects, construction, and project managers.
  • Together, we develop industry specific solutions that support a client's manufacturing workflows, equipment placement, and logistical requirements.
  • Flexibility and Scalability: Our approach ensures that industrial facilities can adapt and expand to support future customer requirements.