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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Superior Mayor Mila Besich was a featured speaker at the Phoenix Global Forum, held on May 13 at the Phoenix Convention Center. This important annual event, now in its third year, discussed emerging industries (energy, advanced manufacturing, advanced air mobility…
The International Economic Development Council’s (IEDC) Economic Development Week celebrates the immeasurable impact economic development organizations and professionals have in their communities. This year, May 4-8 marks Economic Development Week and has an added importance…
For the fifth time, Arizona State University (ASU) has earned a place among the top 10 universities worldwide for U.S. utility patents on the National Academy of Inventors’ annual Top 100 Worldwide Universities list. ASU ranked No. 9 globally for the third straight year and climbed one spot…
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