Texas Gov. Abbott: ‘The Proof Is In The Pudding’
The chief executive of the No. 1 state for business explains how it keeps attracting CEOs despite recent challenges.
The chief executive of the No. 1 state for business explains how it keeps attracting CEOs despite recent challenges.
While the top (Texas, Florida) and the bottom (just guess) of our annual rankings remain unchanged, what has changed are the stakes, with a growing number of CEOs we polled open to a post-Covid change of locale. Governors, take note.
The February storm and power system collapse haven’t hurt the Lone Star State’s #1 ranking spot. Says Gov. Greg Abbott, “People know one-off events occur, and what matters most is what our response is.”
The piece below is part of Chief Executive‘s annual Best & Worst States for Business ranking. Read the full report. Amazon started construction preparations for its $1.2
The state has lost 850,000 people over the past decade, and risks becoming known as “the California of the Midwest.”
Cincinnati and Phoenix forge economic-development success with digital-technology prowess as well as historic advantages.
Business leaders are pursuing entrepreneurs while also leveraging historical advantages of engineering and manufacturing talent.
The complete ranking of the 2020 Best & Worst States for Business.
Many CEOs in the Golden State—particularly those who make things—are running as fast as they can.
States jockey for consideration to be Tesla factory’s new home, but Musk’s mercurial management style gives some pause.
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Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
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General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
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