Site Selection Group Recognized for Site Readiness Expertise
by Site Selection Group, on Apr 30, 2025 2:15:00 PM
Site Selection Group, a leading location advisory, economic incentive, and real estate services firm, is pleased to announce that its blog post, “Site Readiness Surge: States Bet Big to Attract Industrial Investment and Jobs” authored by Vice President Dewey Evans, was recently featured in the April 2025 edition of Site Selection Magazine’s Site Selection Recommends section.
The article, which highlights state-level investments in industrial site readiness programs, was recognized by the publication for providing timely insight into how states are competing for capital investment and job creation by funding product development initiatives.
Among the highlights included in the magazine’s recap were:
- Alabama’s SEEDS program receiving an additional $23.5 million in funding
- Kentucky’s KPDI program expansion with a new $70 million allocation
- Illinois’ $500 million budget request for site readiness
- South Carolina’s $2.6 billion in county-level site proposals
“We’re honored to be recognized by Site Selection Magazine for our research and analysis on this important trend,” said King White, CEO at Site Selection Group. “As the race to prepare project-ready sites accelerates, understanding these state-level strategies is more critical than ever for companies seeking growth and competitive advantage.”
The full blog post, Site Readiness Surge: States Bet Big to Attract Industrial Investment and Jobs, explores the funding strategies, legislative efforts, and economic development goals shaping the future of industrial site development across the U.S.
Read the full blog post here.
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About Site Selection Group
Site Selection Group LLC is a leading, independent location advisory, economic incentive, and corporate real estate services firm providing solutions to corporations and communities worldwide. Site Selection Group offers four core services to our customers: Location Advisory, Economic Incentive, Corporate Real Estate, and Economic Development Consulting Services. Site Selection Group's mission is to align the needs of corporations with optimal locations in order to provide the absolute maximum economic benefit. For more information, visit www.siteselectiongroup.com.
