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Workforce incentives site selection with on-the-job subsidies

Workforce Incentives: The Overlooked Advantage in Location Decisions

A skilled workforce remains one of the most important drivers of site selection. Yet too often, companies underestimate the value of workforce incentives. These programs not only support hiring but also reduce training costs and improve retention. Types of Workforce Incentives Customized Training…

2026 incentives election impact with strategic site planning

Election-Year Impacts: How 2026 Incentives Could Change

Incentives, Insights

Election years always bring uncertainty, and 2026 will be no exception. For companies planning new projects, understanding how political outcomes might affect incentives is critical. What to Watch Federal Policy Incentives tied to clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and community development…

2026 incentives planning with financing strategy review

Q4 Strategy Check: Preparing Your Project Pipeline for 2026 Incentives

Incentives, Insights

The final quarter of the year is the time for companies to prepare their project pipelines for the year ahead. For those considering expansions or relocations, planning now can unlock significant incentives in 2026. Why Start in Q4 Economic development partners and community development entities begin…

Site selection supply chain resilience with reliable infrastructure

Site Selection for Supply Chain Resilience

Insights, Manufacturing

Supply chain disruptions have become a defining challenge of the past five years. Companies are rethinking location strategies to ensure resilience in the face of uncertainty. The Risks of a Fragile Supply Chain Events from global conflicts to natural disasters have shown how quickly supply chains…

NMTC healthcare projects in underserved communities

Healthcare and Behavioral Health Projects: A New Era for NMTC

Incentives, Insights

The healthcare sector, particularly behavioral health, has emerged as one of the strongest fits for the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program. Communities across the country face shortages of care, and NMTC financing is helping fill the gap. Why Healthcare Projects Are Strong Candidates Healthcare…

Mid-sized manufacturers incentives from infrastructure support

Why Mid-Sized Manufacturers Are Winning Big on Incentives

Insights, Manufacturing

When people think about economic development incentives, they often picture billion-dollar projects from Fortune 500 companies. The truth is that mid-sized manufacturers are increasingly the ones capturing some of the most impactful packages. Why Mid-Sized Companies Have an Edge Large corporations…

Texas JETI program replacing Chapter 313 incentives

The End of Texas Chapter 313: What the JETI Program Means for Projects

Insights

For years, Chapter 313 provided Texas with one of the most powerful incentive tools in the country. Its expiration left many companies wondering how the state would remain competitive. Today, the Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program is filling that role, but with important differences. How…

Manufacturing reshoring location with skilled U.S. workforce

Manufacturing Reshoring: How to Choose the Right U.S. Location

Insights, Manufacturing

Reshoring continues to gain momentum as manufacturers bring operations closer to U.S. customers. The decision to move production back, however, is only the first step. Choosing the right location is what determines long-term success. The Drivers Behind Reshoring Rising overseas labor costs, supply…

Incentives negotiations mistakes companies make too late

The Biggest Mistakes Companies Make in Incentives Negotiations

Incentives, Insights

When companies pursue economic development incentives, the negotiations often determine whether a project captures meaningful value or leaves money on the table. Too often, businesses fall into predictable traps that weaken their position. Mistake 1: Engaging Too Late Many leadership teams wait until…

NMTC 2026 allocations helping fund manufacturing projects

NMTC 101: What Companies Need to Know for 2026 Allocations

Incentives, Insights

The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program remains one of the most powerful financing tools available for projects in underserved areas. With permanency now established, companies that want to benefit from the program in 2026 should begin preparing today. What Is NMTC? The NMTC program provides federal…