Ottawa County, Ohio has something for everyone. “Our community varies greatly,” says Jamie N. Beier Grant, Director of the Ottawa County Improvement Corporation [OCIC]. “The western end of our community is very close to the city of Toledo metropolitan area. And as you come east there is a lot of agriculture. The further east you move, you get into the lakefront, tourism economy.”

Coshocton, Ohio delivers rural charm and a laid-back lifestyle as well as great business opportunities. “Coshocton offers a quality of life that is second to none with the charm and appeal of a quaint, but surprisingly robust, little community,” says Dorothy Skowrunski, Executive Director of Coshocton Port Authority.

Ashland County, Ohio is one of the leading Micropolitans in the U.S. The city is rich in infrastructure, accessibility and, most importantly, opportunity. Home to an extensive portfolio of industries, economic opportunity in Ashland has grown massively in the last three years.

Madison County, Ohio, is strategically located and rich in assets making it an ideal place for investment. The county enjoys a robust transportation network with access to rail, airports, highways and markets across America. Additionally, Madison County enjoys a strong regional workforce from which it can draw, and this asset has experienced significant investment to support the region’s economic viability.

Since its population of just over sixty thousand people is spread over four hundred square miles in Northern Ohio, Sandusky County faces a challenge when attempting to create viable and sustainable opportunities for its workforce. Kay Reiter, executive director of the Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation, explains how the region makes the most of its assets when planning for the years ahead.

To position itself for economic growth and success in an increasingly global market economy, Logan County is maximizing its local potential and building on its history of economic success. By focusing on the development of local talent, investing in infrastructure and technology, and fostering a pro-business environment, Logan County is primed for innovation, economic growth, and prosperity.

In the 1800s, when Fulton County’s early pioneers cultivated a lifestyle from fertile soil and open land, they built the foundation of a profound culture that would last a lifetime…

Located just a short train ride from downtown Chicago, The Village of Arlington Heights enjoys both small-town charm and big city amenities. The community boasts easy access to three interstates, as well as two Metra commuter rail stops, making it a snap to commute in or out…

The state capital of Illinois, Springfield, is ranked as one of the most affordable cities in the United States. The City of Springfield and Sangamon County government works together with business and labor through the Quantum Growth Partnership (Q5) to foster economic growth. With a diverse array of assets and through the strength of partnership, Springfield and Sangamon County are positioned for growth.

Known as the “crossroads of opportunity” for its impressive transportation routes, Effingham has cultivated growth at the junction of business and community. This micropolitan has made a splash by building a progressive, pro-business infrastructure and improving residents’ quality of life – both inside and outside the office.

Deerfield Beach, in the state of Florida, is in a unique position. Ideally located on the Atlantic coast of South Florida, this city by the ocean is an undiscovered gem…

Since 2002, The Economic Development Alliance (EDA) of Southeast Alberta has played an integral role in stimulating rural economic growth and development interests of the Town of Redcliff, Cypress County, the Town of Bow Island and the County of Forty Mile. The EDA of Southeast Alberta remains a focal point for regional economic development, providing crucial industry knowledge, supporting companies and building collaborative partnerships in the region.

Located in the heart of Central Alberta, Red Deer County provides a balance of a peaceful country lifestyle and all of the services and amenities associated with city living. Red Deer County is located one and a half hours from both Edmonton and Calgary along Highway 2, one of the most travelled highways in North America, making it a great place to live, work, invest and grow.

Ideally located along the Fox River, the city of Green Bay, Wisconsin, has defined itself as a vibrant and active waterfront community and as a viable and successful economy. Boasting a number of assets derived from its location and supported by forward-thinking local leadership and significant investments, Green Bay is a destination of choice and a great place to call home.

It was a perceptive eye for the beauty of a region with over 300 lakes and the vision of its potential for settlement that enticed Delaware surveyors and brothers Alexander and William Kinkead to lay the foundation for a town in west central Minnesota in 1862 – four years after Minnesota became a state.

St. Landry Parish was founded in 1807 and is centrally located in southwest Louisiana in a region rich in Cajun and Acadian culture. It has twelve incorporated communities with a total population of 84,000 and is one of the state’s sixty-four parishes.

After years of bleeding manufacturers, the trend against American and Canadian production appears to be reversing – albeit cautiously. Giants such as General Electric, Toshiba, Airbus, and Google have recently announced decisions to produce goods in the U.S., while untold numbers of smaller manufacturers are reshoring after realizing that the pros of North American manufacturing outweigh the cons.