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Local economic development officials on Wednesday described 2025 as a strong year "marked by solid growth and progress" in ...

The United States needs to invest in its workers—a proven method to grow the economy by growing the middle class. Expanding the pool of available workers would not only help ease inflationary ...

Hopewell’s city council approved a new strategic plan for economic development at their Jan. 28 meeting. The plan aims to address challenges such as aging infrastructure, limited housing, and a ...

In October, Nasdaq held its inaugural Purpose Forum, convening thought leaders, change-makers and innovators to discuss how we can empower individuals to embrace their lives’ purpose, advance their ...

The preschool years present a critical developmental period sensitive to changes in public health and social policy, for which robust investments in programs that support families can improve ...

One year into Louisville’s new economic development strategy, city officials believe the plan has had some early wins that have built momentum heading into 2025. The Growing Louisville Together Plan, ...

Taking place from May 6-10, 2024, Economic Development Week was created by the International Economic Development Council to raise awareness of economic development progress and impact “We are excited ...