In our continuous effort to keep clients and industry leaders apprised of developments, BLS provides regular updates on incentives programs, new or pending changes in legislature and changes in state or local budgets. BLS partners and alliances have also written for several industry publications on a variety of topics including incentives programs, economic development strategies, workforce issues, among others.
Incentives
Dirty secret of gubernatorial campaign: Tax incentives for business won't be going away (2010)
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No company offering to bring hundreds of new jobs here is going to do so unless state government throws in a tax incentive sweetener to seal the deal. [
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Governor Chris Christie Releases Subcommittee Reports (2010)
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Report released by the Subcommittee of Economic Development & Job Growth to Governor Christie's Transition Team. [
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Q&A with Andy Shapiro - Business Facilities (2010)
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Business Facilities Magazine asks Andy Shapiro [
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River Crossing for the Ages (2010)
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The relocation of 1,600 high-salaried jobs from Manhattan to Jersey City may change perceptions of the New Jersey business climate. [
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Special Presentation to the Maryland Tax Reform Commission (2009)
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BLS presented to the Maryland Tax Reform Commission, as part of their on-going review of business incentives and regulatory issues.
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Highlight of New Jersey Economic Stimulus Act (2009)
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Highlight of New Jersey Economic Stimulus Act of 2009 [
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New Regulations - Urban Transit Hub Tax Credit (2008)
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The new Urban Transit Hub Tax Credit Act created a potentially powerful new incentive for urban redevelopment but contains ambiguities and limitations. [
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NJ Biz Real Estate Qtrly: The Real Deal (2009)
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The real deal - State''s creative incentives help lure major tenant from Manhattan to Jersey City. [
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Not Your Father's Workforce (2008)
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Highly skilled and highly specialized workers are opting out of their father's work force, and into alternative arrangements. [
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Presentation on the Urban Transit Hub Tax Credit Program (2008)
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Presentation on the Urban Transit Hub Tax Credit Program to NJ NAIOP's chapter [
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The Incentives Game - A Work In Progress (2008)
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New Jersey boasts a fairly robust set of business incentive programs [
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An Eye on the Bottom Line (2008)
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A new tax credit program and an ambitious plan to restructure the NJ state's finances are being met with some caution. [
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Cash-Strapped State and Biopharma Growth do not halt Project Competition (2008)
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Healthcare and pharmaceuticals specifically, are still one of the best bets in future economic growth. [
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Catching the Sino Wave (2008)
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As foreign capital pours into China, little attention is being paid to the growing stream of Chinese overseas direct investment (ODI) that has begun to flow in the opposite direction, including into North America. [
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New Jersey Economic Development Legislative Update (2007)
New Jersey Economic Development Legislative Update, including New Tax Credit Program for Businesses Located Near Urban Rail Transit Hubs and reporting requirements for economic development Subsidies [
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NJ EDA Approves First UTHTC Application (2008)
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BLS served as consultant to Verizon, the first approved recipient of the Urban Transit Hub Tax Credit (UTHTC). [
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BLS & Moffitt Cancer Center Announcement (2007)
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BLS congratulates its client, Moffitt Cancer Center, on the successful funding of its cooperative venture with Merck. [
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CT Campaign Finance Reform (2006)
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Recent campaign finance "reforms" in Connecticut, which have serious and immediate implications for companies doing business in CT [
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Take the Money and Do Not Run: Encouraging More Job Creation (2006)
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Incentives aren't the free ride they used to be. Now governments are making sure that their incentive plans come with a catch.
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Corporate Incentives face Legal Challenges (2006)
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Recent developments in the courts and legislation merit attention from all senior manager involved in their company''s location decisions. [
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Important Update for NJ Data Center users (2006)
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Potential new cost burdens could negatively impact New Jersey''s ability to attract Data Center Projects. [
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Incentives after Cuno - Uncertainties Continue for States & Businesses (2006)
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Uncertainties after a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court overturned a decision by the Federal Court of Appeals. Reviews the path of this dispute, where it has taken us, and its important implications for state economic development policy and corporate location strategies. [
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Bristol-Myers Squibb choses Deven (2006)
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Bristol-Myers Squibb Chooses Devens for $660-million Plant, converting World War II barracks into modern biologics lab and manufacturing space. [
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Economic Development
Energy sector momentum picking up speed (2010)
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Energy has powerful potential in our region. From conservation to generation, the 180 energy-related companies in our 16 counties employ more than 21,000 people, with 1,000 new energy jobs created on average each year. A Georgia Tech/Duke University study that came out last week shows how to tap even more of energy's potential. [
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Region's prospects for drug firms mixed (2010)
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Charlotte region's labor pool is deep enough to staff a large pharmaceutical manufacturer - but the area still has some work to do to attract companies on a larger scale. [
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2010 CoreNet Global Economic Development Leadership Awards Application deadline extended (2010)
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Special Announcement extending deadline for 2010 Corenet Global Economic Development Leadership Awards. [
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Current State of Economic Development - Part 1 (2006)
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BLS reviewed recent and pending changes in economic development policies and legislation in the Tri-State region [
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Current State of Economic Development - Part 2 (2006)
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Overview of New York and Connecticut economic development initiatives. [
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Learning Curves Ahead (2007)
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This article address the workplace and how it is being transformed by knowledge-centered and technology-driven skills and occupations. [
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Nascar Incentives Disclosure Ruling Poses Competitive Risks (2006)
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NASCAR's search for a location for its brand new Hall of Fame, once again pitted Atlanta and Charlotte against each other. [
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2009 CoreNet Economic Development Leadership Awards Announced.
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2009 CoreNet Economic Development Leadership Awards Announced. BLS Sponsors Awards for 5th Consecutive Year
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2010 CoreNet Economic Development Leadership Awards Announced
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2010 CoreNet Economic Development Leadership Awards Announced [
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Site Selection
Global Location Partners Presentation on Research & Development Trends in CoreNet New Orleans (2010)
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Global Location Partners (GLP) Presentation on Research & Development Trends in CoreNet New Orleans (2010) [
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Global Location Partners Presentation on Alternative Energy in CoreNet Las Vegas (2009)
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Global Location Partners (GLP) Presentation on Alternative Energy in CoreNet Las Vegas (2009) [
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The Next Pharmaceuticals Giant: Is China Overrated? (2008)
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Reviews the status of India and China in the global pharmaceutical market, discussing the benefits and pitfalls of doing business in these markets [
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Top 10 Overrated Investment Destinations (2008)
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You Think They're Hot, But They're Not. Top 10 Overrated Investment Destinations. [
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