Economic Development News

In today’s ever-changing market, economic development is crucial for regions to grow and thrive. Economic development is promoting a region's economic well-being by creating jobs, generating revenue, and fostering a positive business environment. However, economic development success often depends on an organization’s ability to create and execute an effective strategic...Continue Reading

With the freedom to gather and a job market that needs workers, career fairs are back in the workforce development toolkit. But are they worth it? With a bevy of job-posting platforms allowing businesses to submit openings in minutes and job seekers to filter opportunities with the click of a...Continue Reading

Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted Kentucky’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) to kick off the 2023 World Trade Month and Export Week. Export Week is a U.S. Commercial Service-led multifaceted program designed to advise and educate U.S. companies about market opportunities and tradecraft skills. It runs from May 1...Continue Reading

In order to meet the ever-growing demand of its consumers, companies coast-to-coast are looking to expand their operations. This need for growth and quick turnaround times has brought the speed to market factor to the forefront when it comes to business expansion and relocation.  For decision makers at businesses...Continue Reading

Derby Diversity Week (DDW) founder and Louisville Business First Power 50 2022 honoree Tawana Bain is preparing for the sixth annual Derby Diversity Week, beginning on May 1 in Louisville. DDW attracts some of the world’s top suppliers, buyers, executives and business leaders to four action packed conference days...Continue Reading