Each year, Area Development honors states that excel in attracting major economic development projects. Using data provided by state economic development agencies, they assess top projects based on criteria such as job creation, capital investment, industry diversity, and the strength of each state’s economic strategy. To ensure fair comparisons, Gold and Silver Shovel Awards are presented across five population categories.
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U.S. News & World Report has named Arizona State University (ASU) the world’s most innovative university for eleven consecutive years, excelling in research, sustainability, entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary studies. The innovation ranking is determined by a survey of college…
The Phoenix Business Journal reports that since 2020, Arizona has attracted more than $205 billion in semiconductor investment—more than any other state. TSMC, the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, has announced an impressive $165B investment in Arizona…
Rebuild Superior, Inc. received a Golden Prospector Award of Merit at the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) 2025 Fall Forum, held this week in Prescott. Created by AAED, the Golden Prospector awards encourage and recognize excellence in economic…
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