Blog: Economic Development
EB-5 Financing at Work in Two Inner Cities
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor program, initially launched in 1990 to use foreign direct investment to create jobs in high poverty and high unemployment urban and rural areas, has experienced a rapid uptick in applications over the past few years. Read More
Green Construction Provides Boost for Hartford Jobs Funnel
As the economy recovers, cities are experiencing a boom in the number of “green job” vacancies. Read More
What is the Potential for EB-5 as a Vehicle for Impact Investing?
Impact investing holds significant promise for directing more resources to America’s distressed urban cores. Read More
Preserving Industry in the Face of Competing Uses
International soccer superstar David Beckham has recently put forth plans for a sleek new entertainment complex in the Miami port district. The development is expected to include a sports stadium, retail, restaurants, a nightclub and hotel. Standing in the way, however, are Port advocates who urge the conversion of industrial land ... Read More
Manufacturing, Like the U.S. Economy, is Evolving and Offers New Opportunities
After the recession, the U.S. economy looks very different than it did just five years ago. Read More