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Destination Branding: Strategic Insights for Economic Development Experts

In our quest to explore the intricacies of branding for economic development, we delve deeper into destination branding, building on our previous our previous two parts: Place Vs. Destination Branding:
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Unpacking the Place Branding Process

As we continue into our mini-series, we are exploring the nuances of branding in economic development in greater detail. As outlined in Part 1: Place Vs. Destination Branding: Their Vital
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Place vs. Destination Branding: Their Vital Role in Economic Development

Establishing a distinct regional brand identity is integral in promoting economic growth in any given region. Consequently, creating a cohesive regional brand identity forms a fundamental step in any investment
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Unveiling the Top Sectors Attracting FDI in 2024

The global economy is undergoing rapid transformation, and as a result, industries are also evolving at a swift pace. Some industries have experienced remarkable growth, while others have either stagnated
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Driving Economic Development: The Importance of Business Intelligence

In the digital era, an increasing number of businesses are realizing the transformative potential of business intelligence (BI) in decision-making and acquiring a competitive edge. Beyond businesses, Economic Development Organizations
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Unpacking the Impact of the US Tech Hubs Designation on Economic Development

On October 23, 2023, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the designation of 31 communities across the country as Regional Innovation and Technology Hubs (Tech Hubs) through the Department of Commerce Economic
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Successes

Lynk

Company Location
Hong Kong, China

Industry:
IT Services

A project for:

Toronto Global

No. of jobs created:
240

Investment location:
Toronto, Canada

Value of investment:
46,000,000 CAD

Meeting date:
December 11, 2019

Project completion date:
December 1, 2020

Axiom Group

Company Location
Aurora, Ontario

Industry:
Automotive

A project for:

Jobs Ohio

No. of jobs created:
250

Investment location:
Toledo, Ohio

Value of investment:
20,000,000 USD

Meeting date:
December 11, 2018

Project completion date:
November 11, 2019

TRAK Machine Tools

Company Location
Rancho Dominguez, CA

Industry:
Machinery Manufacturing

A project for:

Las Vegas GEA

No. of jobs created:
80

Investment location:
Henderson, NV

Meeting date:
June 12, 2020

Project completion date:
November 4, 2021

MycoWorks

Company Location
San Francisco, CA

Industry:
Biotechnology

A project for:

South Carolina Department of Commerce

No. of jobs created:
400

Investment location:
Union County, SC

Value of investment:
107,000,000 USD

Meeting date:
July 14, 2020

Project completion date:
January 17, 2022

ISSQUARED Inc.

Company Location
Los Angeles, California

Industry:
Cyber Security

A project for:

Jobs Ohio

No. of jobs created:
109

Investment location:
Solon, Ohio

Value of investment:
7,500,000 USD

Meeting date:
October 6, 2019

Project completion date:
December 7, 2020

CCL Industries

Company Location
Toronto, Canada

Industry:
Specialty Packaging

A project for:

EDP of North Carolina

No. of jobs created:
150

Investment location:
Fuquay-Varina, NC

Value of investment:
34,000,000 USD

Meeting date:
July 1, 2021

Project completion date:
November 17, 2021

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