“When you look at a city, it’s like reading the hopes, aspirations and pride of everyone who built it.” – Hugh Newell Jacobsen. Indeed, cities can be complex entities. As complex as cities are, striving for sustainability may be the most fundamental directive for each and every one…
February 2015
Jamestown, North Dakota
Ready for the Future
Jamestown, North Dakota offers the best of both worlds: friendly, small town living with the amenities and business opportunities of a much larger community. “What makes Jamestown such a great place to live is that you have a community that is small enough to know your neighbor and feel safe and comfortable, yet it is big enough to participate in commerce and have great employment opportunities,” says Mayor Katie Andersen. “It is just the right balance.”
City of Moose Jaw
Revelling in the Boom in the Friendly City
When one refers to Canadian cities, the impression that often comes to mind is of the large urban centres – Vancouver, Montreal or Toronto perhaps. To be sure, these are communities that have evolved to provide a wealth of resources in terms of amenities, culture and historical significance. Yet, smaller cities across this nation offer an equally inviting sense of place by providing the similar qualities that attract people to those large urban areas.
Penn’s Northeast Economic Development
Gassed up and Ready for Business
Penn’s Northeast Economic Development is a non-profit economic development agency that exists as a public / private partnership of organizations from the Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe and Wayne Counties, as well as the communities of Berwick and Forest City. The group is dedicated to assisting businesses interested in locating in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The City of Sterling Heights
Automotive, Defense – and More
Sterling Heights, Michigan is gaining momentum. Unlike many other communities in the state, the city of more than 131,000 is growing steadily – both in population and number of businesses. The automotive and defense industries dominate the landscape and create opportunities for a range of additional sectors.
City of Bethlehem
Steel Grit – How a City Overcame the Death of an Industry
In 2001, Bethlehem Steel shut its doors after nearly a century of dominating the industry. The closure could have spelled disaster for Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, a community that has been at the heart of America’s steel production since the industrial revolution…
Sandoval County and Rio Rancho, New Mexico
A Sunny Outlook
Noted for its scenic beauty, abundant sunshine, diverse cultures, and convenient location near Albuquerque, Sandoval County, New Mexico is transitioning from a bedroom community to an economic force to be reckoned with.
The City of Green Bay, Wisconsin
Come See All Our Colors
What is the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions Green Bay? For me, it is images of the Packers, one of the most storied franchises in American football. This is followed by Cheeseheads – its undying fans – and beer. No doubt, it sounds like a fun city!
Roofing Solutions
Growing from the Ground Up, Working from the Roof Down
Roofing Solutions is a company that exemplifies the values of entrepreneurial drive, knowledgeable staff, and an ethic driven by a passion for excellence. From what started as a single-contract roofing job, Roofing Solutions has gone on to serve the construction sector not only inter-state, but internationally.
Seeing Clearly with Modern Windows
Looking Out, Looking Forward
As the winter months continue to impress their power upon us – and on a completely unrelated note, I’m thinking a nice long visit to our Australian offices is long overdue – it’s only natural that our minds turn to ways we can keep the heat in. While home improvements in the dead of winter may not be the most popular choice, necessity sometimes wins out. It’s cold here in Atlantic Canada, and the time for new windows is at hand!
Best Choice Roofing
Covering Homes with Quality, Integrity and Service
When a disaster damages a home, contractors such as Best Choice Roofing (BCR) are there to help homeowners in their time of need. Best Choice Roofing has become one of the fastest-growing residential roofing companies due to its dedication to excellent service and adherence to honesty and ethical practices.
North American Construction Group
Up to the Challenge
Alberta based North American Construction Group (NACG) has decades of experience in heavy construction and mining services. “We’ve got over 50 years as a company working in harsh northern climates and some very unique [ground] materials such as muskeg and sand,” says Chief Operating Officer Joe Lambert…
BRT Structures
Blast Away
BRT Structures makes dangerous worksites safe. The Alberta based company designs, engineers, and manufactures blast resistant modular buildings that protect against virtually any disaster, from explosions and ballistics to chemical releases and projectiles – making them a must for Western Canada’s petrochemical and oil industries, or any high risk environment.
Heavy North
Made for Success
After just two years in business, Heavy North is already making waves. The Fort McMurray based civil construction company greatly exceeded its projected earnings in its second fiscal year – and the business continues to grow.
WZMH Architects
A Unique Vision
Back in the spring of 2013, Business in Focus wrote about WZMH Architects, a highly successful, highly touted and technically savvy architectural partnership with the first LEED Platinum certification on the East Coast. The firm deals with all aspects of the architectural process on significant projects for a range of sectors. We spoke once again to Principal Carl Blanchaer.
The Bouchier Group
Global Expertise, Local Delivery
Alberta is known for its huge mining and contracting companies. In order to survive, a small business has to think on its feet and do whatever it takes to compete. The Bouchier Group is one example; the company may have started small, but it is now a leader in providing integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.
Total Equipment Company
Able to Adapt
Total Equipment Company (TEC) has distributed and serviced fluid and air handling products for the last 30 years. “We support all industrial industries in West Virginia, Western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio,” explains Vice President Chuck Gerbe.
Ace Cutting Equipment
Cutting Edge
Founded in 1992, Ace Cutting Equipment & Supply Inc. is a family-owned construction supply company located in Novi, Michigan. It carries a wide range of powerful concrete cutting saws and masonry equipment, grinding and coring equipment, core drilling bits, specialty tools and diamond blades.
Fastenal Canada
Committed to Quality and Service
Rapidly approaching fifty years in business, American-based industrial supply company Fastenal has grown from one small location in Winona, Minnesota to over 2,700 stores and a presence in all fifty states and over twenty countries worldwide.
Titan
State of the Art Containment Solutions
With decades of first-hand experience in the sector, Titan Environmental Containment Ltd. takes pride in providing state of the art environmental protection, containment, installation and products to a variety of industries.
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