Building Business Legends

Since rugged pioneers first set eyes on our virgin forests, vast network of waterways and awe-inspiring mountain ranges, Washington State has built a reputation as a place where legendary businesses take root and flourish. From world famous brands to game-changing products and services, Washington businesses have carved their rightful place in history due to their creativity, tenacity, vision and competitive spirit.

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Washington State offers businesses a highly skilled workforce, an inspirational culture of creativity, low-cost energy, robust supply chain, superior quality of life and a centralized export hub. More than 500,000 businesses call Washington home, creating a diverse economy where any startup can become the next Starbucks, Amazon or Expedia.

While Washington businesses represent nearly every industry and category imaginable, the state focuses on nine key sectors, including aerospace, agriculture, clean energy, creative economy, forest products, ICT, life science/ global health, maritime and military and defense.

One of Washington’s greatest assets is its diversity. The state’s 39 counties are all very different in terms of geography, industries, workforce, lifestyle and even climate. Choosing a place to do business in Washington is as much about choosing the pace and quality of life you desire as it is about location and amenities.

CHOOSE WASHINGTON. Please contact the Washington State Department of Commerce for more information at 206-256-6100 or visit their website at www.choosewashingtonstate.com .

WASHINGTON: Lakewood - Build Your Better Here

Located under an hour south of Seattle, Lakewood, Washington is a community neighboring Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and Camp Murray. It is home to beautiful lakes, and historic sites such as Fort Steilacoom, Lakewold Gardens, and Thornewood Castle. Lakewood is an ideal place to shop and stay while enjoying all the city has to offer, as well as exploring the greater Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and Chambers Bay. Lakewood is just minutes away from the Port of Tacoma, and a short drive to Sea-Tac International Airport. With great educational opportunities, a strong business district, and numerous recreational opportunities, Lakewood is a wonderful place to visit, stay, and build your “better” life and/or business.

Lakewood earned cityhood status in 1996. Since then, Lakewood has emerged as a healthy, thriving city ready to undergo its own renaissance — a transformation that is making it one of the best cities in which to live and do business in Washington state. It has the momentum, the plans, the natural amenities, and the competitive advantages needed to get it done. Just as importantly, Lakewood has a business-friendly city government ready to work with citizens and business owners to build something better together.

Retail Business in Lakewood, WA

The City of Lakewood is home to three retail trade areas. They include the International District, Lakewood Station District, and the Downtown. Lakewood has a slightly younger population as compared to its peers, and is planning for another 20,000 residents by 2044. Plans include building a truly walkable downtown with art and cultural amenities, enhanced parks and recreational activities, restaurants, pubs and wine-tasting rooms, retailers, and fun for the whole family.

One of Lakewood’s main priorities is investment into revitalizing its downtown. In 2018, City Council approved the Lakewood Downtown Plan which incentivizes development that will create a distinguished mixed-use community environment with exciting retail and dining options, and a variety of housing options. As a down payment on this plan, the city has already created the $2.2 million dollar Colonial Plaza to serve as a community gathering space for public markets, concerts, and other live events.

International District

Lakewood, WA is home to one of the only International Districts in Pierce County, influenced by Korean, Vietnamese, Latino, Pacific Islander, and other cultures. This retail area is one of the most prolific International Districts in the state, housing hundreds of Asian-owned businesses. Tastes from around the world await in and outside our International District. People visit and do business in the International District from around the state.

Lakewood Station District

The Lakewood Station District, on Pacific Highway and adjacent to Interstate 5, is improving the lives of Lakewood residents in many ways. Plans for this area include new housing, business, employment, and transportation opportunities. Currently, there are more than 600 housing development units in the works, both market-rate and affordable. Residents will need more shopping options close to home, and travelers can easily access these businesses right off the interstate. This subarea is intended to enhance the lives of current residents and businesses while planning for the future.

Downtown Lakewood

The vision for Downtown Lakewood is that it is seen as the heart of the city. Downtown is where people go to do fun things, see friends and neighbors, eat good food, and experience the cultural diversity of the City. Downtown brings a strong sense of pride to the community by celebrating all things Lakewood and brings a strong sense of identity to the City and its people. Downtown Lakewood has a mix of retail, restaurant, employment, and housing options that are cohesive and well-designed, and support civic life and a strong economy.

Lakewood Towne Center, located in the heart of the Downtown, is home to dozens of shopping options, services, and restaurant choices. Also within the Downtown, Colonial Plaza was built in 2019 as a catalyst project for future development. This is a cultural hub and gathering space for additional night markets, festivals, galas, art walks, and more. Properties adjacent to the Plaza are being redeveloped with more for shopping, services, and housing, for those who want to be in the heart of this burgeoning center. Additional amenities are planned such as a walkable “green street loop”, and a park.

Why Lakewood?

Lakewood has a rare combination of well-developed urban and suburban amenities mixed with natural beauty, chiefly the seven lakes from which the city draws its name, including American Lake, the largest natural lake in Pierce County. The city has some of the most exclusive real estate in Pierce County clustered around its lakes, but generally, Lakewood is a more affordable place to buy a home and make a life as compared to its neighbors to the North.

Lakewood is attracting more retail businesses from outside the city. There is a demand for local and unique retailers, in addition to popular chains. It’s more cost-effective to do business in Lakewood as taxes are lower with no local business & occupation tax, and no development impact fees, except for a potential traffic mitigation fee in the Downtown for more intensive uses.

For more information on all the opportunities in Lakewood, please contact Becky Newton with the Economic Development Department at 877-421-9126 or visit www.buildyourbetterhere.com.

GCEDC And National Grid Announce 1.9 Miles of Transmission Line Relocated to Support Growth at Stamp Site

BATAVIA, NY — The Genesee County Economic Development Center and National Grid announced that a 1.9-mile portion of a 115-kilovolt electric transmission line in Genesee County has been relocated to open more than 300 acres of land for future development at the Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park site.

The transmission line, which had previously cut across a portion of the 1,250-acre site, now runs adjacent to it. Future tenants will join Plug Power and Edwards at STAMP and have clean hydropower delivered to them from the Niagara Power Project in Lewiston, N.Y. Delivering hydropower to STAMP aligns with New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goal to obtain 70 percent of electricity statewide from renewable sources by 2030 on the path to a zero-emission grid.

More than $1 billion will be invested at STAMP by Plug Power and Edwards for projects that will create up to 680 new, family-sustaining jobs in the emerging green hydrogen and semiconductor sectors. Plug Power is constructing North America’s largest green hydrogen manufacturing facility with a $677 million investment that will produce 74 tons of green hydrogen a day. Edwards is investing approximately $319 million to build a semiconductor dry pump manufacturing facility that the company has dubbed as its factory of the future.

“Between Edwards and Plug Power, and recent infrastructure upgrades thanks to Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State, STAMP has generated $1 billioncapital investment and National Grid has played a vital role in helping us

Gadsden Chosen for $232 Million Microreactor Assembly Plant, 250 jobs

Gadsden, AL — Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation (USNC) announced their selection of Gadsden, Alabama as the location of the company’s MicroModular Reactor (MMR®) assembly plant.

The highly automated facility will manufacture, assemble, test and inspect the non-radiological modules needed to construct USNC’s industry leading Micro-Modular® Reactor (MMR®). While USNC operates in the nuclear energy sector, the company emphasized that no radioactive material will be used or stored at the Gadsden assembly plant.

The decision to locate in Gadsden resulted from an extensive search spanning multiple states and hundreds of potential sites. The deal was formalized through a Project Agreement executed by Governor Kay Ivey and the company.

“Alabama is home to an impressive array of highly innovative companies, so our state is an ideal place for Ultra Safe Nuclear Corp.’s new advanced microreactor assembly plant,” Governor Kay Ivey said. “This unique facility will benefit the Gadsden community through a significant investment and the creation of good jobs while also reinforcing Alabama’s reputation for cutting-edge manufacturing operations.”

“This is a game-changer for Gadsden,” said Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford. “Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation’s selection of Gadsden proves what I’ve known all my life about the unmatched grit and capability of our workforce. When I took office less than eight months ago, this was one of the first industrial project requests to cross my desk and working toward today’s announcement has been my top priority since. With this plant being focused on manufacturing and assembly, our workforce is built for exactly this type of industry. We look forward to filling the hundreds of innovative, technology-driven jobs once this new assembly plant becomes operational attract projects that will benefit Genesee County and surrounding communities, including the Buffalo and Rochester regions, for generations to come,” said GCEDC President and CEO Steve Hyde. “The hydropower provided by the New York Power Authority and the infrastructure built by National Grid are energizing companies of the future right here at STAMP, giving us a competitive advantage as we compete globally for companies in these emerging business sectors.”

“The electric infrastructure and equipment needed to serve STAMP customers are state-of-the-art and will provide the necessary capacity to deliver renewable hydropower to Plug Power and Edwards, as well as future STAMP tenants,” said National Grid Regional Director Ken Kujawa. He added that the transmission circuit at STAMP is paired with an additional 115 KV transmission line that will be connected to a 600-megawatt substation that is currently under construction. “We have a responsibility to provide affordable, reliable power to our customers and the GCEDC and Genesee County community are building something special at STAMP.” in 2027. Gadsden and USNC are excited to grow together.”

In addition to working with GCEDC on the transmission line relocation, National Grid’s commitment to STAMP has included funding from its robust suite of economic development programs, which have been used to support the site’s marketing efforts.

Since 2003, National Grid’s 18 economic development programs have provided more than $145 million in assistance, helping to create or retain more than 65,000 jobs and supporting almost $10.5 billion in private and public investment across upstate New York. More information about National Grid’s economic development programs is available at www.shovelready.com.

“We are attracted to Gadsden by their skilled workforce and the outstanding training programs and support they are bringing to the table,” said Ted Coulter, Plant Director for the MMR factory at USNC. “In Gadsden, I have confidence we can hire local talent and operate with both safety and efficiency. We are looking forward to becoming a member of the community.”

News of the agreement came during a keynote address by USNC’s Chief Nuclear Officer, Dan Stout, at the 10th Advanced Reactors Summit and Technology Trailblazers Showcase in Charlotte, North Carolina. Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford was on hand in Charlotte for the announcement.

The non-nuclear production facility represents a $232 million investment in advanced nuclear infrastructure, benefitting the community, the Southeast region, and the nation. When operational, MAP will employ 250 professional and technical workers. Construction is slated to begin in 2024 with the facility operational in 2027.

“USNC’s microreactors will be produced at the state-of-the-art facility in Gadsden and shipped as modules to sites around the world, allowing for the generation of reliable energy anywhere,” said Greg Canfield, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce. “This is safe and amazing technology, and I’m pleased that it will be ‘Made in Alabama.’”

“We appreciate the interest and support for this effort from the City of Gadsden, Etowah County, the Alabama Department of Commerce and so many others up to and including Governor Ivey and her talented team,” said Stout. “We especially appreciate the guidance and efforts of April Gray at the Department of Commerce and David Hooks of the Gadsden-Etowah Industrial Development Authority in making this project a reality.”

The 578,000 square foot factory features state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing processes and equipment and will be capable of producing up to ten (10) complete MMR nuclear units per year.

Enzene Biosciences Expanding to NJ with $50M Investment in Bio Manufacturing Plant

Newark, NJ — Choose New Jersey, New Jersey’s leading nonprofit economic development organization, announced that Enzene Biosciences, Ltd., a global biotech company based in Pune, India, will open its stateof-the-art biopharmaceutical manufacturing plant on the Princeton West Innovation Campus in Hopewell. Operations in the new facility, the company’s first location outside of India, are expected to begin in June 2024.

As a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), Enzene Biosciences, a subsidiary of Alkem Laboratories, Ltd., provides services to global pharmaceutical companies, partnering with them in their drug development and manufacturing processes. As part of Enzene’s expansion plans, the company will initially hire 50 employees and grow to 300 employees at its New Jersey facility.

“The strong relationship between New Jersey and India has gained increasing momentum since we opened the New Jersey India Center to cultivate economic opportunities during our trip to the country in 2019,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “I am proud to welcome Enzene Biosciences and their expanding global presence to New Jersey’s flourishing life sciences industry. New Jersey’s favorable business environment, skilled workforce, strategic location, supportive ecosystem for growth, and deep cultural ties are why Indian companies thrive in our state. Enzene Biosciences’ state-of-the-art manufacturing facility will bring hundreds of jobs and generate $50 million in economic investments in our state, further solidifying New Jersey’s position as an innovation economy leader.”

“We are so proud to welcome Enzene to New Jersey’s thriving life sciences ecosystem,” said Wesley Mathews, President and CEO of Choose New Jersey. “Yet another Indian biopharma company has established itself in the state, demonstrating the strength of the New Jersey-India economic partnership. Beyond economic and commercial ties, our academic and cultural connections make it the perfect fit for Indian companies looking to expand to North America. Enzene’s growth in this sector highlights New Jersey’s global presence throughout all areas of the biopharmaceutical industry — from clinical trials to large-scale manufacturing.”

“Enzene Biosciences is thrilled to establish our manufacturing operations in New Jersey, as it allows us to extend our local manufacturing capabilities to our valued North American clients,” said Dr. Himanshu Gadgil, CEO of Enzene Biosciences. “We are excited to provide them with access to our cutting-edge continuous manufacturing platform, which enables streamlined and efficient production processes. New Jersey’s highly skilled workforce, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and renowned academic institutions make it an ideal location for Enzene, ensuring that we can deliver exceptional services and support to our clients in the U.S.”

$1.2 Billion of Announced Investment Committed to Business Growth in the Greater Rochester, NY Region

Rochester, NY —Entering June 2023, GRE has secured project wins from 15 companies including fairlife, a wholly owned subsidiary of

Indian companies are increasingly establishing a strong presence in New Jersey by capitalizing on the state’s favorable business environment. New Jersey has long been acknowledged as a national leader in life sciences, and Enzene’s expansion is yet another example of Indian companies finding their footing in the state. Choose New Jersey met representatives from Enzene during a business attraction mission to India in 2022. Enzene’s successful expansion was supported by Choose New Jersey, the New Jersey India Center, Reed Smith, and JLL. Enzene, with assistance from Choose New Jersey, connected with in-state partners, including construction firms, human resources and payroll services, business insurance providers, township leadership, and universities. Reed Smith facilitated Enzene’s legal needs, and JLL Capital Markets represented the property.

Enzene’s local manufacturing capabilities will provide North American biopharmaceutical companies with streamlined supply chains, fast turnaround times, enhanced communication, and greater control over the manufacturing process. By providing comprehensive manufacturing capabilities under one roof, Enzene is well-positioned to support the development and production of a diverse range of biologics, contributing to the advancement of global healthcare and positively impacting patients’ lives worldwide.

“Enzene’s strategic expansion to New Jersey demonstrates Alkem Laboratories Ltd.’s commitment to investing in Biologics CDMO,” said Sandeep Singh, the Managing Director at Alkem Laboratories Ltd. “This move not only strategically positions Enzene but also enables them to attract top talent and forge valuable partnerships that will expedite their contract manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, New Jersey’s business-friendly environment creates a conducive atmosphere for investment and growth in the biopharmaceutical sector. By establishing a presence in New Jersey, Enzene ensures its long-term viability and success as a trusted partner in delivering comprehensive CDMO services for contract manufacturing.”

About Choose New Jersey, Inc.

Choose New Jersey is a privately funded 501(c)(3) economic development organization with a mission to stimulate job creation and attract capital investment to New Jersey. Choose New Jersey markets New Jersey globally as the best place to grow a business in the United States. Knowledgeable, experienced staff, supported by a network of state agencies and private partners, provide free, confidential assistance to guide companies in establishing operations in New Jersey. By harnessing the power of leaders in business, labor, academia, and government, Choose New Jersey enables growth across all sectors of the state’s economy, aspiring to build a stronger and more prosperous New Jersey for all. To learn more, visit choosenj.com.

The Coca-Cola Company, GM, Plug Power, Durst Image Technology, and O’Connell Electric. The announcements represent more than $1.2 billion of investment in the Greater Rochester, NY region, surpassing last year’s record year of investment. In addition, these companies will create 885 new jobs, and retain 1,338 current jobs.

Ace Hardware Announces Expansion Plans For New Distribution Center Near Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City, MO — Ace Hardware Corporation, the world’s largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative, announced plans to open a new Retail Support Center (RSC) located in Kansas City, MO. The new facility, spanning approximately 1.5 million square feet, is projected to be fully operational in 2025, and is expected to provide employment opportunities to over 350 people.

We’re excited to add a world-renowned company like Ace Hardware to the growing list of businesses opening new facilities in Missouri,” said Governor Mike Parson. “Our state’s location in the center of the United States gives companies the ability to reach customers quickly. We’re proud to welcome Ace Hardware to Kansas City and look forward to watching its success in the region.”

Ace Hardware is building the new facility to balance its current distribution network and meet the needs of its growing retail landscape. In the last 10 years, Ace Hardware has increased its retail sales by $12 billion. Ace has also experienced 11 consecutive years of new domestic store growth, resulting in the opening of 850 new stores in the past 5 years. Its network of distribution centers allows Ace to offer best-in-category service and support to its retailers, and the new Kansas City facility will help the company keep pace with current demands and projected growth in the coming years.

The new Kansas City RSC will significantly enhance their inventory capacity and bolster service levels across the nation. Encompassing over 1.5 million square feet of floor space, it will be almost twice the size of the

ProKidney Selects Guilford County, North Carolina for New Biomanufacturing

Raleigh, NC — ProKidney, Corp., a late clinical-stage cellular therapeutics company focused on chronic kidney disease (CKD), will be establishing a new biomanufacturing facility in Guilford County, potentially creating up to 330 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced. The company also sees a potential investment of up to $485 million, of which $25.5 million will be invested at the closing on the facility in Greensboro, to prepare for future commercial manufacturing of REACT® (REnal Autologous Cell Therapy), the company’s lead product candidate being developed for the treatment of chronic kidney disease.

“Innovative life science companies like ProKidney understand that North Carolina offers the key ingredients for business success,” said Governor Cooper. “Our leadership in this important industry sector is recognized around the world, thanks to the specialized workforce training and education systems that support North Carolina’s biotech companies.”

ProKidney, headquartered in Winston-Salem, is a pioneer in the development of a cell-based treatment for CKD. The Company was founded in 2018 after more than a decade of research. ProKidney’s lead product candidate, REACT, is a first-of-its-kind, patented, proprietary therapy with the potential to preserve kidney function in patients at high risk of kidney failure. ProKidney’s approach utilizes a patient’s own kidney cells in the treatment process. The company’s project in Guilford County average Ace RSC and will be the first facility in the new KCI 29 Logistics Park, assembled by Hunt Midwest. Similar to their recent distribution network expansion, the Kansas City RSC will be equipped with state-of-the art technology, automation, and warehouse management systems.

“We look forward to construction of the new Retail Support Center in Kansas City, which will be a critical part of Ace Hardware’s robust supply chain,” said Lori Bossmann, Executive Vice President, Chief Supply Chain Officer for Ace Hardware Corporation. “This new facility will allow Ace to accommodate its recent growth and sales volume, and it will prepare our company for future business opportunities. By strengthening our presence in the Midwest, Ace will be better positioned to fulfill deliveries more frequently, ensuring consistent service levels as new stores are opening within our network.”

The Retail Support Center in Kansas City will become an integral part of Ace’s global distribution network. Construction is expected to begin in Q2 of 2023, with projected completion in mid-2025. They anticipate that this project will generate an estimated 100 construction jobs to the local community.

“The addition of this RSC ensures that we have strategically positioned facilities aligned with our stores,” said Jake O’Neal, Corporate Vice President, Retail Support. “It also enables us to maintain balanced service areas, ensuring the prompt delivery of goods to our stores and providing our retailers with a competitive advantage in meeting their customers’ needs. During critical events such as seasonal flooding, natural disasters, and the pandemic, Ace’s robust distribution network has served as a lifeline for the communities we proudly serve.” will establish a 210,000 square foot manufacturing facility that looks to feature multiple breakthroughs in the manufacturing automation, supply chain, and medical delivery of cellular therapy products.

“We considered many factors in determining where best to build future commercial manufacturing capacity for REACT®,” said Dr. Tim Bertram, Chief Executive Officer of ProKidney. “Because of North Carolina’s depth and breadth of biotechnology talent, the advantage of locating the plant near our headquarters and pilot manufacturing plant in Winston-Salem, NC, and the state’s interest in continuing to grow its biotechnology industry, we determined that adding manufacturing capacity here in Greensboro would be in the best interest of ProKidney, its shareholders and its local stakeholders. We look forward to continue growing our business along with the state that we have called home since our founding.”

“As a former executive in the biotech industry, I’m proud to see North Carolina’s continued leadership in this industry, which means so much for both our economy and for people’s health and wellbeing,” said North Carolina Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders. “We never take for granted the importance of a strong, well-trained workforce to keep us ahead of the pack. As our First in Talent strategic plan makes clear, we’ll continue to invest in our people and the educational systems that create opportunities for everyone.”

The North Carolina Department of Commerce led the state’s support for the company during its site evaluation and decision-making process.

Governor Shapiro Announces Schless Bottles Will Relocate to Pennsylvania, Create Nearly 100 New Manufacturing Jobs in Allentown

Allentown, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro announced that Schless Bottles, a premium plastic jars and bottles manufacturer, will relocate from its current manufacturing facility in northern New Jersey to Allentown. The company will invest more than $7.5 million in building acquisition and renovation costs and create 98 new, full-time manufacturing jobs in the Commonwealth within the next three years.

Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has prioritized attracting businesses to Pennsylvania and retaining those already operating here, and his first budget proposal includes significant investments in economic development to create jobs, spur innovation, and support businesses, workers, and communities.

Governor Shapiro has overseen a renewed focus on economic growth in Pennsylvania, and earlier this month his Administration announced that global resin manufacturer Purolite will create 175 new jobs and invest $190 million to create its first U.S. Biologics Division in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Since January, Governor Shapiro has announced over $630 million in new private sector investment in Pennsylvania as a direct result of his Administration’s work.

“Pennsylvania is a leader in manufacturing across different industries, and

Governor Cooper Announces Honda Aircraft Company Will Create 280 Jobs in Greensboro, North Carolina Investment

Raleigh, NC — Honda Aircraft Company, maker of the renowned HondaJet light aircraft, will develop and produce a longer-range version of the plane at its Greensboro facilities, creating 280 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced. The company will invest $55.7 million in Guilford County for production of its new HondaJet 2600 model, bringing its total investment in the state to over $335 million.

Honda Aircraft Company announced in August 2019, that the HondaJet is the most delivered aircraft in its class for the first half of 2019.

I’m thrilled to welcome Schless Bottles to the Commonwealth,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “Thanks to this investment, Schless Bottles will create nearly 100 jobs here in Allentown, creating real opportunity for more hardworking Pennsylvanians and their families. Their decision to relocate to Pennsylvania and create jobs here in Lehigh Valley should send a clear message to businesses all across the country – Pennsylvania is open for business and my Administration is committed to helping businesses here grow and thrive.

For its expansion, Schless Bottles received a funding proposal from the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for a $300,000 Pennsylvania First grant and a $196,000 grant to train new workers.

Schless Bottles produces more than 250 million PET bottles annually and has been focused on manufacturing premium plastic jars and bottles. The company chose to relocate to Pennsylvania because it needed more space to expand its manufacturing operation and to take advantage of the Lehigh Valley’s workforce and proximity to major distribution markets.

“I’d like to thank Governor Shapiro, the Governor’s Action Team and the people here in Allentown for helping to make this relocation happen,” said Mark Schlesinger, Executive Director, Schless Bottles. “We look forward to being part of the Allentown community for many years to come, and are excited to bring nearly 100 new jobs to the area.” over-the-wing-engine mount and the plane has been well received since its first flight in 2003. Recently, the company has developed a concept for a longer-range model, the HondaJet 2600, designed to be the world’s first light jet capable of nonstop transcontinental flight across the United States, with a quiet and spacious cabin suited for long-range travel and the ability to accommodate up to 11 occupants. The aircraft is also designed for single-pilot operation.

The company’s project in Greensboro will establish production lines to manufacture the new HondaJet 2600, focusing initially on the critical design phase and production readiness of the plane, requiring significant R&D resources.

“HondaJet’s creation of nearly 300 good-paying jobs is yet another example of why CNBC named North Carolina as the number one state in the country to do business for the second year in a row,” said Governor Cooper. “This decision shows our state’s commitment to developing a skilled workforce, not only in the key industry of aerospace with a flagship brand like HondaJet, but in the entire advanced manufacturing arena.”

During the first six months of 2019, 17 aircraft were delivered to customers around the world.

Honda Aircraft Company is headquartered in Greensboro and produces the HondaJet, an innovative light jet aircraft. HondaJet features a unique,

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter

Announce Magna to be the First Supplier at Ford’s BlueOval City Supplier Park in Stanton, Tennessee

NASHVILLE, TN. —Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced that Magna will invest more than $790 million to build the first two supplier facilities at Ford’s BlueOval City supplier park in Stanton, Tennessee.

In addition to the two West Tennessee locations, Magna will also build a stamping and assembly facility in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. Combined, Magna will create approximately 1,300 new jobs in Tennessee.

Ford’s on-site supplier park will allow for vertical integration that helps ensure efficient production at BlueOval City, which will be capable of producing 500,000 electric trucks a year at full production. Magna will supply Ford’s BlueOval City with battery enclosures, truck frames and seats for the

“We are thrilled that North Carolina will be home to the new Honda light jet that represents the next chapter of our skyward mobility,” said Hideto Yamasaki, President and CEO of Honda Aircraft Company. “The state of North Carolina provides a rich talent pool and tremendous support from our local community and having our facilities located right next to the Piedmont Triad International Airport is an ideal location to develop and produce our new light jet.” automaker’s second-generation electric truck.

Magna’s two facilities at BlueOval City supplier park include a new 800,000-square-foot frame and battery enclosures facility and a 140,000-square-foot seating facility.

The battery enclosures facility will join one of Magna’s sister plants in Ontario, Canada, which is currently producing battery enclosures for the Ford F-150 Lightning. The seating facility will produce polyurethane foam, and assemble and sequence “just-in-time” (JIT) complete seats.

Magna will employ approximately 750 employees at its battery enclosures facility and 300 employees at its new seating plant.

In addition, Magna will construct a new 400,000-square-foot stamping and assembly plant at the Team Lawrence Commerce Park – West, a Select Tennessee Certified Site in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, that will produce truck frames. Magna will employ roughly 250 employees at this location.

Production at all three plants is scheduled to begin in 2025.

ALABAMA

Arizona

ARKANSAS

California

Cullman Economic Development Agency

Dale Greer

P.O. Box 1009

Cullman, AL 35056

256-739-1891 daleg@cullmaneda.org www.cullmaneda.org

Gadsden-Etowah Industrial Development Authority

David Hooks

Executive Director

1 Commerce Square

Gadsden, AL 35901

256-543-9423 davidhooks@gadsdenida.org www.gadsdenida.org

Elmore County Economic Development

Cary Cox

P.O. Box 117

Wetumka , AL 36092

334-514-5843 cary.cox@elmoreeda.com www.elmoreeda.com

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

Abbie Ruesy

601 Genome Way Huntsville , AL 35806

256-327-9591 aruesy@hudsonalpha.org www.hudsonalpha.org

Tuscaloosa County Economic Development Authority

Justice Smyth

Executive Director

P.O. Box 2667

Tuscaloosa, AL 35403

205-349-1414 info@tcoeda.com www.tcoeda.com

Arizona Regional Economic Develoment

Mignonne Hollis, Executive Director

750 E. Bartow Drive Suite 16

Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 520-458-6948 hollism@aredf.org www.aredf.org

City of Flagstaff Economic Development

John Saltonstall, AZED Pro Business Retention & Expansion Manager

Economic Vitality Division

City of Flagstaff 211 W. Aspen Avenue Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Office 928-213-2966

Cell 928-606-9430 jsaltonstall@flagstaffaz.gov www.flagstaffaz.gov

Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth

Patti King, Executive Mgr. 17235 N. 75th Avenue Suite D-145 Glendale, AZ 85308 520-836-8686 pking@pinalalliance.org www.pinalalliance.org

Salt River Project (SRP)

Karla Moran

P.O. Box 52025 Phoenix, AZ 85072-2025

602-236-2396

Karla.moran@srpnet.com www.powertogrowphx.com

City of Surprise

Mike Hoover

16000 N Civic Center Plaza Surprise, AZ 85374

623-222-3328

Mike.hoover@surpriseaz.gov www.surpriseaz.gov

Chaffee Crossing

Daniel Mann, Executive Director 7020 Taylor Avenue Fort Smith, AR 72916 479-452-4554 daniel@chaffeecrossing.com www.chaffeecrossing.com

Ouachita Partnership for Economic Development

James Lee Sillman

Executive Director

625 Adams Aveune

Camden, AR 71701 870-836-2210

870-836-8899 (f) director@teamcamden.com www.teamcamden.com

East Arkansas Crossroads Coalition

Alicia Woolman 1790 N. Falls Boulevard, Suite 2 Wynne, AR 72396 870-238-5300 crossroads@crossroadscoalition.org www.crossroadscoalition.org

Mississippi County Economic Development

Clif Chitwood 4701 Memorial Drive Blytheville, AR 72315 870-532-6084 clif@cottontosteel.com www.cottontosteel.com

City of Siloam Springs

Don Clark

Community Development Director P.O. Box 80 Siloam Springs , AR 72761 479-238-0930 dclark@siloamsprings.com whysiloam.com

City of Eastvale

Gina Gibson-Williams

Economic Development Manager

12363 Limonite Ave. Suite 910 Eastvale, CA 91752

951-703-4425 ggibson-williams@eastvaleca.gov www.eastvaleca.gov

City of Moreno Valley

Economic Development

Mike Lee

Economic Development Director 14177 Frederick Street Moreno Valley, CA 92553 951-413-3460 mike@moval.org www.morenovalleybusiness.com

City of Ontario

Economic Development

Jennifer McLain Hiramoto

Economic Development Director 303 East B Street Ontario, CA 91764 909-395-2295

JHiramoto@ontarioca.gov www.ontariothinksbusiness.com

Greater Irvine Chamber Pepper Russell 36 Executive Park Suite 100 Irvine, CA 92614 949-502-4129 prussell@irvinechamber.com www.irvinechamber.com

COLORADO

City of Canon City

Rick Harrmann

128 Main Street

Canon City, CO 81212 719-276-5279 rlharrmann@canoncity.org www.canoncity.org

FLORIDA

City of Fountain Economic Development Commission

Kimberly A. Bailey

Economic Development/ Urban

Renewal Director

116 S. Main Street Fountain, CO 80817

719-322-2056 kbailey@fountaincolorado.org www.fountaincolorado.org

Grand Junction Economic Partnership

Robin Brown, Executive Director

122 N. 6th Street Grand Junction, CO 81501 970--245-4332 robin@gjep.org www.gjep.org

Connecticut

Town of Berlin

Chris Edge Director

240 Kensington Road Berlin, CT 06037

860-828-7005 cedge@town.berlin.ct.us www.town.berlin.ct.us

Delaware

Kent Economic Partnership

Linda Parkowski

Executive Director

555 Bay Road

Dover, DE 19901

302-678-3057 info@ccede.com www.choosecentraldelaware.com

Wilmington Economic Development

Jeff Flynn

800 N. French St., 3rd Floor

Wilmington, DE 19801

302-576-2128 jflynn@wilmingtonde.gov www.wilmingtonde.gov

City of Sanford

Tom Tomerlin

Economic Development Director

300 North Park Ave. Sanford, FL 32771 407-688-5015 tom.tomerlin@sanfordfl.gov www.sanfordfl.gov

City of Titusville

Lisa Nicholas

555 South Washington Avenue

Titusville, FL 32796-3584

321-567-3774 economicdevelopment@titusville.com www.YEStitusvilleFL.com

Greater St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation

J.P. DuBuque

President and CEO

100 2nd Ave N Ste 130 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-388-2906 jpdubuque@stpeteedc.com StPeteEDC.com/BurgBiz

Haines City Economic Development Council, Inc.

Cyndi Jantomaso, President Post Office Box 3845

Haines City, FL 33845-3845

863-422-2525

863-206-0007 cyndi@hainescityedc.com www.hainescityedc.com

Hernando County Office of Economic Development

Valerie M. Pianta, MEDP, Economic Development Director

15800 Flight Path Drive

Brooksville, FL 34604

352--540-6400 vpianta@hernandocounty.us www.hernandobusiness.com

Holmes County Development Commission

Joe Rone, Executive Director

106 E Byrd Avenue Bonifay, FL 32425 850-547-6154 jrone@westflorida.coop hcdc1978@gmail.com www.holmescountyedc.com

Indian River Chamber of Commerce

Helene Caseltine Economic Development Director 1216 21st Street Vero Beach, FL 32960 772-567-3491 helenec@indianrivered.com www.indianrivered.com

Pinellas County Economic Development

Dr. Cynthia Johnson, EDFP Director 13805 58th Street North, Suite 1-200 Clearwater, FL 33760 727-464-7332 cyjohnson@pinellascounty.org www.pced.org

Santa Rosa County EDO

Shannon Ogletree, , Executive Director 6491 Caroline Street, Suite 4 Milton, FL 32570-4592 850-623-0174

Shannon@sant arosa.fl.gov www.santarosaedo.com

Lake County Economic Growth Mary Ellen Stern, Executive Director 315 W. Main Street Tavares, FL 32778 352-343-9647 maryellen.stern@lakecountyfl.gov www.lakecountyfl.gov

Osceola County

David Rodriguez, Economic Development Manager 1 Courthouse Square, Suite 4400 Kissimmee, FL 34741 407-742-0620 407-742-4202 (f) david.rodriguez@osceola.org www.chooseosceola.com www.osceola.org

Pasco Economic Development Council

Bill Cronin, President & CEO 16506 Pointe Village Drive, Suite 101 Lutz, FL 33558 813-926-0827 813-926-0829 (f) bcronin@pascoedc.com pascoedc.com

City of St. Cloud

Antranette Forbes, Economic Development Direcrector 1300 9th Street St. Cloud, FL 34769 (407)957-7234 antranette.forbes@stcloud.org www.stcloud.org

Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality

Keith Bowers, Director 315 S. Calhoun Street, Suite 110 Tallahassee, FL 32301 850-219-1080 kbowers@oevforbusiness.org www.oevforbusiness.org

GEORGIA

City of College Park

Artie Jones III

Director of Economic Development 3667 Main Street College Park, GA 30337 404-305-2052

404-305-2057 (f) artiejones@collegeparkga.com www.collegeparkga.com/

City of East Point

Maceo Rogers CEcD

2757 East Point Street

East Point, GA 30344

404-270-7057 jmrogers@eastpointcity.org www.eastpointcity.org

Forward Forsyth

Slade Gulledge

P.O. Box 1799

Cumming GA 30028

770-887-6461

770-842-1170 sgulledge@forwardforsyth.org www.forwardforsyth.org

Liberty County Development Authority

Ronald Tolley, CEO

425 W. Oglethorpe Highway

Hinesville, GA 31313

912-977-4147

Ron.tolley@comegrow.global www.comegrow.global

Putnam Development Authority

Matt Poyner

Econmical Devleopment Director

117 Putnam Drive, Eaton, GA 31024

706-816-8099 mpoyner@putnamforward.dev www.putnamforward.dev

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Valdosta-Lowndes County Development Authority

Andrea Schruijer, Executive Director

P.O. Box 5185

Valdosta, GA 31603-1963

229-259-9972 aschruijer@buildlowndes.com www.buildlowndes.com

ILLINOIS

City of Highland Economic Development

Mallord Hubbard

1115 Broadway, P.O. Box 218 Highland, IL 62249-0218

618-654-9891

618-654-4768 (f) mhubbard@highlandil.gov www.highlandil.gov

City of Litchfield Ecnomic Development

Austin Edmondson

120 E. Ryder Street Litchfield, IL 62056 217-324-8151 cityadm@cityoflitchfieldil.com www.litchfieldil-development.com

City of Marshall

Nora Swalls

Economic Development Director

201 S. Michigan Ave Marshall, IL 62441 217-826-2034 nswalls@marshall-il.com www.marshall-il.com

Alliance STL | St. Louis Regional Economic Development

Steven S. Johnson. CEO One Metropolitan Square Suite 1300 St. Louis, MO 63102 314-444-1105 sjohnson@alliancestl.com alliancestl.com

Village of Arlington Heights Business & Economic Development

Charles Witherington-Perkins Director of Planning & Community Development

33 S. Arlington Heights Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847-368-5220 cperkins@vah.com www.vah.com

INDIANA

Go Topeka

Molly Howey, CEcD President

719 S Kansas Ave. Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66603 785.231.4707 mhowey@gotopeka.com www.gotopeka.com

Champaign County Economic Development Corporation

Carly McCrory-McKay, Executive Director

1817 S. Neil Street, Suite 100 Champaign, IL 61820

217-359-6261 carly@champaigncountyedc.org www.champaigncountyedc.org

City of Vandalia

Latisha Paslay

431 W. Gallatin St. Vandalia, IL 62471

618-283-1152

618-335-9510 (Mobile) vandaliaed@vandaliaillinois.com www.vandaliaillinois.com

Intersect Illinois

Dan Seals, CEO Senior Vice President Business Development

230 W. Monroe St. Chicago, IL 60606 312-667-6013 www.intersectillinois.org

Huntington County Economic Development

Mark Wickersham, Executive Director 8 West Market Street Huntington, IN 46750 260-356-5688 mark@hcued.com www.hcued.com

Miami County Economic Development Auth.

Jim Tidd

1525 W. Hoosier Boulevard Peru, IN 46970 765-689-0159 jtidd@miamicountyeda.com www.miamicountyeda.com

KANSAS

Dodge City/Ford County Development Corporation

Joann Knight, Executive Director 101 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd. Dodge City, KS 67801 620-227-9501

620-227-2957 (f ) jknight@dodgedev.org www.dodgedev.org

Russell County Eco Devo & CVB Mike Parsons, Director 331 E. Witchita, Russell, KS 67665 785-483-4000 rced2@russellks.net www.russellcountyks.org

Salina Economic Development Organization

D. Mitch Robinson, CEcD 120 West Ash Street Salina, KS 67401 785-404-3131 mrobinson@salinaedo.org www.salinaedo.org

Shawnee Economic Development

Ann Smith-Tate, President CEO 15100 W. 67th Street Suite 202 Shawnee, KS 66217-9344 913-631-6545 asmithtate@shawneekschamber.com www.shawnee-edc.com

Wyandotte Economic Development Council

Greg Kindle President

727 Minnesota Avenue Kansas City, KS 66101 913-371-3198 gkindle@wyedc.org www.wyedc.org

KENTUCKY City of Pikeville

Jill Fraley Dotson

Executive Economic Development Director

773 Hambley Boulevard Pikeville, KY 41501

606-437-5128 info@whypikeville.com www.whypikeville.com

Be NKY

Kimberly Rossetti

VP of Economic Development

300 Buttermilk Pike, Suite 332 Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017 888-874-3365 krossetti@Be-NKY.com www.Be-NKY.com

St. Mary Parish of Economic Development

Evan Boudreaux Director

500 Main Street, 5th Floor Courthouse Franklin, LA 70538 337-828-4100 ecodev@stmaryparishla.gov www.stmaryparishdevelopmant.com

MAINE

Town of Richmond Community, Economic, & Business Development

Darryl Sterling, Director 26 Gardiner Street Richmond, ME 04357-0159 207-737-4305 x 331 207-737-4306 (f) director@richmondmaine.com www.richmondmaine.com

South Western Kentucky EDC

Carter Hendricks Executive Director

2800 Fort Campbell Blvd. Hopkinsville, KY 42240 270-885-1499 chendricks@southwesternky.com www.southwesternky.com

LOUISIANA

Louisiana Economic Development

Anya G. Hudnall

1201 N. Third Street Suite 7-210

Baton Rouge, LA 70802 225-342-5396

Anya.hudnal@la.gov www.la.gov

MARYLAND

Calvert County Economic Development

Julie Oberg, Director 205 Main Street Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-4583 julie.oberg@calvertcountymd.gov www.choosecalvert.com

Carroll County Economic Development

Paige Sunderland, Director 225 N. Center Street, Ste. 101 Westminster, MD 21157 410-386-2070 psunderland@carrollbiz.org www.carrollbiz.org

SWLA Economic Development ALLIANCE

George Swift 4310 Ryan Street

Lake Charles LA 70605

337-433-3632 gswift@allianceswla.org www.allianceswla.org

Cecil County Economic Development

Bill Sorenson, Director 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Ste 2700 Elkton, MD 21921 410-996-8465 wsorenson@cecilcountymd.gov www.cecilbusiness.org

Dorchester County Economic Development

Susan Banks, Director 104 Tech Park Drive Cambridge, MD 21613 410-228-0155 sbanks@choosedorchester.org www.choosedorchester.org

Kent County Department of Economic & Tourism Development

Jamie L. Williams, CEcD, Director 400 High Street, 3rd Floor Chestertown MD 21620 410-810-2168 jlwilliams@kentgov.org www.kentcounty.com/business

Maryland Department of Commerce

Tom Riford

100 Community Place Crownsville, MD 21032 877-634-6361 www.maryland.gov

Montgomery County Economic Development

Laurie Babb 1801 Rockville Pike, Ste. 320 Rockville, MD 20852 240-641-6704 laurie@thinkmoco.com www.thinkmoco.com

Talbot County Economic Development

Cassandra M. Vanhooser, Director 11 S. Harrison Street Easton, MD 21601 410-770-8000

Cvanhooser@talbgov.org www.talbgov.org

MICHIGAN Economic Development Alliance

(EDA) of St. Clair County

Dan Casey, CEO 100 McMorran Boulevard 4th Floor, Suite B Port Huron, Michigan 48060 Ph: 810.982.9511 www.edascc.com stclairhotjobs.com

The Right Place, Inc

Andria Romkema

125 Ottawa Avenue, Suite 450 Grand Rapids, MI 49503

616-771-0563 romkemaa@rightplace.org www.Rightplace.org

MINNESOTA

City of Lakeville Community & Economic Development

David Olson, Director 20195 Holyoke Avenue

Lakeville, MN 55044 952-985-4421 dolson@lakevillemn.gov www.lakevillemn.gov

MISSOURI

Alliance STL | an initiative of Greater St. Louis, Inc.

Steven S. Johnson

Chief Business Attraction Officer

One Metropolitan Square, Suite 1300 St. Louis, MO 63102 314-444-1105

Steve@GreaterSTLinc.com www.GreaterSTLinc.com

Sikeston Regional Chamber & Economic Development Corp.

Marcie Lawson

128 N. New Madrid Street

Sikeston, MO 63801

573-471-2498 marcie.lawson@sikeston.net www.sikeston.net

NEVADA

Las Vegas Global Ecnomic Alliance

Perry Ursem

Vice President, Business Retention + Expansion

6720 via Austi Parkway Suite #330

Las Vegas, NV 89119

702-791-0000 www.Ivgea.org

Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority

Sheldon Mudd, Executive Director 1500 College Pkwy

McMullen Hall #103 Elko, NV 89801

775-738-2100

775-738-7978(f) smudd@nnrda.com www.nnrda.com

NEW JERSEY

Gloucester County Department of Economic Development

Tom Bianco, Director 1480 Tanyard Rd., Sewell, NJ 08080

856-384-6930 tbianco@co.gloucester.nj.us www.gloucestercountynj.gov

New Jersey EDA

Pat J. Rose

36 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08625

609-858-6705 prose@njeda.com www.njeda.com

NEW MEXICO

EDC of Lea County

Jennifer Grassham, CEO

200 E. Broadway Street Hobbs, NM 88240

573-397-2039 jennifer@edclc.org www.edclc.org

NEW YORK

The Agency-Broome County IDA/LDC

Stacey Duncan, Executive Director of Community & Economic Development

Five South College Drive Suite 201 Binghamton, NY 13905

607-584-9000

607-584-9009 (f) smd@theagency-ny.com www.theagency-ny.com

Fulton County Center for Regional Growth

Ronald M. Peters 34 West Fulton Street Gloversville, NY 12078 518-725-7700 ext. 2 ronp@fccrg.org www.fccrg.org

Mohawk Valley Edge

Nick Bruno

584 Phoenix Drive Rome, NY 13441-4105

315-338-0393 nbruno@mvedge.org www.mvedge.org

NORTH CAROLINA

Beaufort County Economic Development

Brad Hufford, Director

705 Page Road

Washington, NC 27889

252-946-3970

252-946-0849 (f) brad.hufford@beaufortedc.com www.beaufortedc.com

North Carolina Global Transpark

Preston Hunter, Executive Director

2780 Jetport Road

Kinston, NC 28504

252-775-6183

252-522-1765 (f) phunter@ncdot.gov www.ncgtp.com

Piedmont Triad Airport Authority

Stephanie Freeman

1000A Ted Johnson Parkway

Greensboro, NC 27409

336-665-5602 freemans@gsoair.org www.landatpti.com

Ponca City Development Authority

David Myers, Executive Director 102 S. Fifth Street Suite 3 Ponca City, OK 74601

580-765-7070

580-765-7070 (f) dmyers@goponca.com www.goponca.com

RHODE ISLAND

City of Cranston

Franklin J. Paulino, Director of Economic Development 869 Park Avenue

Cranston, RI 02910

401-780-3166

401-780-3179 (f) fpaulino@cranstonri.org

Stanly County Economic Development Commission

Candice Boyd Lowder, Director

1000 North First Street, Suite 11 Albemarle, NC 28001

704-986-3682

704-986-3685 (f) clowder@stanlyedc.com www.stanlyedc.com

North Dakota

Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC

Nathan Schneider , CEcD-Vice President

1640 Burnt Boat Dr. Bismark, ND 58503

701-223-5660 nschneider@bmcedc.com www.bismarckmandanedc.com

OKLAHOMA

Allegany County Industrial Development Agency

Craig Clark, Executive Director CrossRoads Center

6087 State Route 19N, Suite 100 Belmont, NY 14813

585-268-7445

585-268-7473 (f) clarkcr@alleganyco.com www.acida.org

Harnett County Economic Development

Debbie Taylor, Marketing & Business Recruitment Manager

200 Alexander Dr. or PO Box 1270

Lillington, NC 27546

910-814-6891

919-814-8298 (f) dhtaylor@harnett.org www.harnettedc.org

Bartlesville Development Authority

Jared Patton, Vice President 201 SW Keeler Bartlesville, OK 74003

918-337-8086

918-337-0216 (f) jpatton@bdaok.org www.bdaok.org www.cranstonri.com

City of Warwick

Department of Tourism, Culture, and Development 3275 Pos t Road

Warwick, RI 2886

401-738-2014 econ.dir@warwickri.com www.visitwarwickri.com

Quonset Development Corporation

Steven J. King, Managing Director 95 Cripe Street North Kingstown, RI 2852

401-295-0044 sking@quonset.com www.quonset.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

Charleston Regional Development Alliance

Megan Fink

4401 Belle Oaks Drive, Suite 420 North Charleston, SC 29405 843-760-3351 mfink@crda.org www.crda.org

Lexington County Economic Development

Sarah J. Johnson Department Director

212 South Lake Drive Lexington, SC 29072

803-785-6818 sjjohnson@lex-co.com www.LexingtonCountyUSA.com

South Carolina I-77 Alliance

Christopher Finn

3200 Commerce Drive, Suite D Richburg, SC 29729

803-789-3467 chris.finn@i77alliance.com www.i77alliance.com

SouthernCarolina Regional Alliance

Kay Maxwell

1750 Jackson Street, Suite 100 Barnwell, SC 29812

803-541-0023 kmaxwell@southerncarolina.org www.southerncarolina.org

Tennessee

Blount Partnership

Bryan Daniels CEcD, CCE, IOM President and CEO

201 S. Washington Street St. Maryville, TN 37804

865-983-2247

865-984-1386 bdaniels@blountpartnership.com www.blountchamber.com

Bristol Tennessee Essential Services

April Eads

Business Development Manager 2470 Volunteer Parkway Bristol, TN 37620

423-793-5532

423-793-5545 (f) aeads@btes.net www.btes.net/index.php/economic-development

City of Lebanon

Sarah Haston Economic Development Director

200 North Castle Heights Ave. Lebanon, TN 37087

615-443-2839 EXT. 2120

Sarah.Haston@lebanontn.org www.lebanontn.org

NETWORKS – Sullivan

Partnership

Clay Walker PO Box 747, Blountville, TN 37617 423-279-7681 cwalker@networkstn.com www.networkstn.com

Texas

Big Spring Economic Development Corporation

Mark Willis

215 W. 3rd Street Big Spring, TX 79720 432-264-6032 markwillis@bigspringtx.com www.bigspringtx.com

Bowie Economic Development Corporation

Janis Crawley

101 E. Pecan, Bowie, TX 76230 940-872-4193

940-531-8201(c)

BEDC@BowieTexasEDC.com www.BowieTexasEDC.com

Cameron Industrial Foundation

Ginger Watkins, Executive Director 102 E. First Street, Suite A Cameron, TX 76520 254-697-4970

254-482-1119 (c) gwatkins@cameronindustrialfoundation.com www.cameronindustrialfoundation. com

Cedar Hill Economic Development Corporation

Henry Florsheim

285 Uptown Boulevard, Bldg. 100 Cedar Hill, TX 75104 972-291-5132 henry.florsheim@cedarhilltx.com www.cedarhilledc.com

City Development Corp of El Campo

Carolyn Gibson

Executive Director 707 Fahrenthold

P.O. Box 706 El Campo, TX 77437 979-543-6727

979-320-7727 cell cgibson@elcampoeco.org www.elcampoeco.org

City of Fort Worth

Robert Sturns, Director 1150 S. Freeway

Fort Worth, TX 76104 817-392-2663

Robert.Sturns@fortworthtexas.gov

DeSoto Economic Development

Matt Carlson, CEO

211 E. Pleasant Run Road

DeSoto, TX 75115

Ph: 972-230-9611 mcarlson@desototexas.gov www.dedc.org

LCRA

Karen Dickson

Economic Development Manager

3700 Lake Austin Blvd. Austin, TX 78703

512-578-3291 karen.dickson@lcra.org www.lcra.org/economic-development/ pages/default.aspx

McKinney Economic Development Corporation

Peter Tokar III

President/CEO

7300 SH 121 SB, Ste 200 McKinney, TX 75070

972-547-7687 ptokar@mckinneyedc.com www.uniquemckinney.com

Mineola Economic Development Corp

City of Leander

Randall Malik

Economic Development Director 201 N Brushy Leander, TX 78641 512-528-2855 rmalik@leandertx.gov www.leanderbusiness.com

Conroe Economic Development Council

Danielle Scheiner, Executive Director 300 W Davis St, Ste 510 Conroe, TX 77301 USA 936-522-3530 scheiner@conroeedc.org www.conroeedc.org

Mercy Rushing, Executive Director 300 Greenville Highway

Mineola, TX 75773

903-569-6183

903-245-8505 mrushing@mineola.com www.mineola.com

Odessa Economic Development Corporation

Tom Manskey

700 N. Grant Ave.

Odessa, TX 79761

432-333-7880 tom@odessaecodev.com www.odessatx.com

Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation

Brenda Tarpley Executive Director

P.O. Box 610

Jacksboro, TX 76458

940-567-3151 btarpley@jacksboroedc.com www.jacksboroedc.com

Laredo Economic Development

Gene Lindgren President & CEO

P.O. Box 2682 Laredo, TX 78044 956-722-0563 glindgren@laredoedc.org www.laredoedc.org

Marble Falls EDC

Christian Fletcher 801 Fourth Street Marble Falls, TX 78654

830-798-7079 cfletcher@marblefallseconomy.com www.marblefallseconomy.com

Mount Pleasant EDC

Nathan Tafoya, Executive Director 1604 N. Jefferson Ave. Mount Pleasant, TX 75455 903-572-6602 nathan@mpedc.org www.mpedc.org

New Braunfels EDC

Michele Boggs

Marketing/Research Director

390 S. Seguin Avenue New Braunfels, TX 78130 830-608-2811 michele@innewbraunfels.com www.newbraunfelsedc.com

Plainview Economic Development Corporation

Kristi Aday, Executive Director 1906 West 5th Plainview, TX 79072 806-293-8536 kaday@plainviewtx.org www.plainviewedc.org

TexAmericas Center

Eric Voyles, Executive Vice President Chief Economic Development Officer 107 Chapel Lane New Boston, TX 75570 903-306-8923

Eric.Voyles@texamericascenter.com www.texamericascenter.com

Whitesboro Economic Development Corp.

Lynda Anderson, Director P.O. Box 340 or 111 W. Main Whitesboro, TX 76273 930-564-3311 landerson@whitesborotexas.com www.whitesborotexas.com

UTAH

Bedford County Office of Economic Development

Pam Bailey, Director of Economic Development Bedford County 122 East Main Street, Suite 202 Bedford, Virginia 24523 540-587-5670 pbailey@bedfordcountyva.gov www.bedfordeconomicdevelopment.com

WASHINGTON

City of Lakewood Economic Development

Becky Newton, Manager 6000 Main Street SW Lakewood, WA 98499 877-421-9126 bnewton@cityoflakewood.us www.buildyourbetterhere.com

City of Maple Valley

Kristina Weaver Economic Development Manager P.O. Box 320 Maple Valley, WA 98038 425-413-8800 kristina.weaver@maplevalleywa.gov www.maplevalleywa.gov

Eagle Mountain Economic Development

Evan Berrett, City Administrator 1650 E. Stagecoach Run Eagle Mountain, UT 84005 801-789-6621 eberrett@emcity.org www.eaglemountaincity.com

Virgina

Arlington Economic Development

Ryan Touhill, AED Director

Pflugerville Community Development

Amy Madison 3801 Helios Way Suite 130

Pflugerville, TX 78660 512-990-3725 amym@pfdevelopment.com www.pfevelopment.com

1100 N Glebe Rd Suite 1500 Arlington, VA 22201 703-228-0808

703-228-0805 (f) rtouhill@arlingtonva.us www.arlingtoneconomicdevelopment.com

Try-City Development Council

Karl Dye, President & CEO 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd #A Kennewich, WA 99336 509-735-1000 kdye@tridec.org www.tridec.org

WISCONSIN

City of Franklin Economic Development

John Regetz, Director 9229 W. Loomis Road Franklin, WI 53132 414-427-7566 jregetz@franklinwi.gov www.franklinwi.gov

Madison Region Economic Partnership

Kathy Collins, VP Economic Development

8517 Excelsior Drive, Suite 107 Madison, WI 53717 608-571-0407 kcollins@madisonregion.org www.madisonregion.org

New North, Inc

Barb LaMue, President & CEO 2740 W. Mason Street Green Bay, WI 54303 920-676-1960 barb.lamue@thenewnorth.com www.thenewnorth.com

Portage County Business Council, Inc. PCB

Michael Witte, Executive Director 5501 Vern Holmes Drive Stevens Point, WI 54482

715-344-1940

715-344-1940 (f) michaelw@portagecountybiz.com www.portagecountybiz.com

WYOMING

Advance Casper

Morryah McCurdy 111 S. Durbin, Suite 200 Casper, WY 82601 307-577-7011 morryah@advancecasper.com www.advancecasper.com

Cheyenne LEADS

Betsey Hale, Chief Executive Officer One Depot Square 121 W. 15th St. Suite 304

Cheyenne, WY 82001 307-638-6000 betseyh@cheyenneleads.org cheyenneleads.org

The Laramie Chamber Business Alliance

Josh Boudreau, VP Economic Development

528 South Adams Street

Laramie, WY 82070

307-745-7339 jboudreau@laramie.org www.laramie.org

Canada

ALBERTA

Calgary Economic Development

500 Centre Street S, 32nd Floor

Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 1A6 403-221-7831 info@calgaryeconomicdevelopment.com www.calgaryeconomicdevelopment.com

MANITOBA

City of Brandon

Dan Fontaine

Business Development Specialist

Main Floor, 410 9th Street

Brandon, Manitoba, Canada R7A 6A2 204-729-2133 d.fontaine@brandon.ca www.economicdevelomentbrandon.com

New Brunswick

Ignite Fredericton

Paula Lehr

40 Crowther Lane, Ste. 100 Fredericton, NB E3C 0J1 506-282-0624 paula.lehr@ignitefredericton.com www.ignitefredericton.com

Imagine Chaleur

Shirley de Silva

702 Principale Street, Ste. 2 Petit-Rocher, NB E8j 1V1 506-542-2688 shirley.desilva@csrchaleurrsc.ca www.csrchaleurrsc.ca

Expansion Dieppe

Louis Godbout 333 Acadia Avenue Dieppe, NB E1A 1G9 506-877-7850 louis.godbout@dieppe.ca www.expansiondieppe.ca

ONTARIO County of Elgin

Carolyn Krahn, Manager Economic Development And Tourism

450 Sunset Drive St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada N5R 5V1 519-631-1460 ext. 133 ckrahn@elgin.ca www.progressivebynature.com

City of Guelph

Christine Chapman

1 Carden Street

Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 3A1 519--822-1260 ext. 2823

Christine.chapman@guelph.ca www.guelph.ca/business

City of Kawartha Lakes Economic Development

Lindsey Schoenmakers

180 Kent Street West Lindsay, Ontario, Canada K9V 2Y6 705-324-9411 lschoenmakers@kawarthalakes.ca www.kawarthalakes.ca

City of Mississauga Economic Development

Chistina Kakaflikas, Ec. D. Director of Economic Development Office

Mississauga City Hall

300 City Centre Drive, 3rd Floor

Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1 Canada 800-456-2181

905-896-5931 christina.kakfikas@mississauga.ca www.TheFuturelsUnlimited.ca

Town of Aurora Economic Development

Lisa Hausz

100 John West Way, Box 1000 Aurora, Ontario, Canada L4G 6J1 905-727-1375 lhausz@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca

Middlesex County

Cara A. Finn, BBA, M. Ad.Ed. Director of Economic Development 399 Ridout St. North London, ON N6A 2P1 519-434-7321 cfinn@middlesex.ca www.investinmiddlesex.ca

Vaughan Economic and Cultural Development

Raphael Costa

Vaughan City Hall, Level 200 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive Vaughan, Ontario, Canada L6A 1T1 905-832-8526 ext. 8891 raphael.costa@vaughan.ca www.vaughan.ca/Business