Summer 2015 - In This Issue
Garner Economics, LLC provides innovative economic development solutions in a competitive global market.
Garner Economics offers site selection, analytical research, industry targeting, strategic planning and organizational development with a wealth of expertise to companies, communities, and organizations globally. Garner Economics is based in Atlanta, GA and has representative offices in both Europe and Asia.
"Primus partners with Garner Economics to provide a full range of site location services to our clients. We use Garner Economics exclusively for these services in conjunction with our corporate clients because the work of Jay and his team is simply outstanding. Our clients are thrilled with the deliverables and outcomes from Garner which means we are happy too".

 

Tony Pitrone

Vice President, Primus Builders, Inc.

 

 

 

Aviation Industry Clusters in U.S. Metros

Is your community ready to take off?

With the Paris Air Show coming up next week, we wanted

to examine U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Jay Garner

President

data regarding the three primary employment sectors that comprise the Aviation Cluster: Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (NAICS 3364); Air Transportation (NAICS 481); and Support Activities for Air Transportation (NAICS 4881).

 

Chambers County Development Authority (AL) Undertakes Comprehensive Workforce

Analysis of the Region

 

LANETT, AL (May 22, 2015) - The ability to attract and retain employers in communities across the country is a fierce competition that requires innovative and proactive thinking. Understanding these issues, the Chambers County Development Authority (CCDA) in Alabama has taken action to put their communities a step ahead of the rest by commissioning a comprehensive workforce analysis by Garner Economics. Read the full release by clicking here.

Clearfield County (PA) EDC Selects Primus/Garner to Conduct Food Site Certification 

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Clearfield County, PA (June 2, 2015) - Formerly known as Clearfield County Economic Development Corporation, Clearly Ahead Development has advanced its initiative to achieve Primus/Garner Food Site Certification for its 162-acre Commerce Park development. It will be the first site in Pennsylvania to receive the Primus/Garner designation, once review and analysis by Primus/Garner is completed. Read more by clicking here.

 

Site Selection Trends and Factors in the Food Processing Industry

 

By Jay Garner as featured in Expansion Solutionwine_production_line.jpgs  Magazine (May 20, 2015) - If there is such a thing as a recession-proof industry, the Food and Beverage (F&B) Industry is it. During good times and bad times, people eat and drink. Whether the economy is experiencing unprecedented growth or recession, folks continue to consume food and drink products.  Some eat to live, while others live to eat. Some eat in, while others eat out. Today, the F&B Industry continues to expand and to evolve in order to meet the ever-changing demands of consumers.Read more by clicking here.

 

Topeka and Shawnee County (KS) Select Garner Economics to Conduct Local Assessment

Editorial (May 15, 2015): Time to evaluate eco-devo efforts (Topeka Capital Journal)

Board members of the Topeka and Shawnee County Joint Economic Development Organization voted Wednesday to hire as a consultant a man who told them they had been doing a terrible job of communicating with the public. Read the full article by clicking here.

Garner Featured in Southern Business & Development Magazine

Southern Business & Development Magazine publisher Michael Randle recently recognized Garner Economics CEO Jay Garner as one of "Ten people who made a difference" in economic development.  Thank you Mike and SB&D magazine for the recognition.  See the full article by clicking here.

Megan Baker Joins Garner Economics as Project Manger

Garner Economics is pleased to welcome Megan Baker as a Project Manager with the firm. Megan has extensive experience in customized research, analysis, and policy and programmatic recommendations in the fields of workforce development, educational attainment, labor and economic assessments, and environmental management. She has experience working with partners in state government, industry, higher education, and community-based organizations. Read more about Megan by clicking here.

Upcoming Speaking Engagements

Communities and organizations are utilizing our expertise in economic development and site selection as a speaker for their events. Give us a call or e-mail us to see how we may develop a speaking program that serves your specific needs. Upcoming presentations include:

  • Auburn University Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC)
  • Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) Annual Meeting
  • Tenn-Tom Waterway Development Authority Annual Meeting
  • Site Selectors Guild Fall Forum - Philadelphia
  • University of Oklahoma - Economic Development Institute, Indianapolis, IN 
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