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The latest LocationAdvisor.com Newsletter is here! https://lnkd.in/gjg_eKF3 Get acquainted with two of the best location advisors in the business - Select members Cody Huddleston, MBA of Veloture Development Group, LLC and Tess Fay, MBA of Global Location Strategies. We welcome two new location advisor professionals - Guy Douetil of GWD Advisors and Jan Desmaretz of Alvarez & Marsal. Also check out location advisor pros Monty Turner of Colliers, Rhonda Reap-Curiel of Coldwell Banker Reap Realty, and Lindsay Diehl of Global Location Strategies. We also want to thank sponsor SiteLink Forum, a series of premier boutique events for Site Selectors and Economic Developers, Realtors, Engineers and other service providers that offers networking, learning and shared insights on the latest trends and best practices from world renowned site selectors. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eJg8fjFj If you are a corporate decision maker or EDO in need of a location advisory pro, be sure to view all of the experts at www.locationadvisor.com.

We're pleased to welcome Tim Monger of Monger Location Solutions LLC back to LocationAdvisor.com. In a world where companies need certainty and there's less room for error, Tim's experience ensures a company maximizes state and local incentives. They mitigate risk for growing companies by identifying the best location and economic incentives to reduce operating costs. View his full profile here: https://lnkd.in/eWUCSuVp

We welcome Eric Pitcher, Director of Economic Development for the Burlington Junction Railway to LocationAdvisor.com. ERic has over 40 years of experience as a seasoned leader and expert in the field of economic development and transportation sales. As the Director of Economic Development at Burlington Junction Railway, Eric manages relationships with national and regional real estate developers, and state/local economic development authorities, to identify and pursue opportunities for business growth and expansion. Welcome, Eric!

King White of Site Selection Group, LLC writes that in today’s competitive market, efficient supply chain management is crucial for the success of manufacturers, e-commerce companies, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and businesses involved in distribution. One critical aspect of this efficiency is the strategic selection of distribution center sites. Conducting a thorough supply chain transportation cost analysis can help these companies make informed decisions that optimize both inbound and outbound logistics, ultimately saving costs and enhancing service delivery.

The latest LocationAdvisor.com Newsletter is here! https://lnkd.in/ekhg9_C6 Get acquainted with two of the best location advisors in the business - Select members Patrich Jett, SIOR of Colliers and Cedric Colbert of Global Location Strategies. Also check out location advisor pros Tim Monger of Monger Location Solutions LLC, Mario Schade of Factory Location Scouting, and Eric Pitcher of Burlington Junction Railway. Read Global Location Strategies (GLS) CEO Didi Caldwell insights on US manufacturing reshoring that were highlighted in a recent Bloomberg profile, "How America’s Factory Whisperer Chooses the Perfect Location". ? Congrats on new jobs and promotions for Scott Savacool, CCIM, SIOR of Colliers, Patrick Hanlon of Global Location Strategies, James Hanke was of (CEDA) Community and Economic Development Associates, Bill Robinson of CBRE, Laurence Kahn of G1 Realty, Jason Guernsey of Gray, Jesse Chary of NAI Brannen Goddard, Jimmy Davis of Bridger Properties, Albert Hernandez, MSRE, CCIM of Colliers, Roger Birt of Grow FDI, Adam Strauss of Hughes Marino, Jeff Norris of Merrill Property Group, Derek Anthony of Waypoint Real Estate Development and Advisors, and Brandon Pyers of Ryan. Check out the latest article on "How Site Selection Influences Corporate Branding and Image" here: https://lnkd.in/ed2FwnXe. Contact us if you are interested in sharing your experience and subject matter knowledge for our website and newsletter. We also want to thank sponsor SiteLink Forum, a series of premier boutique events for Site Selectors and Economic Developers, Realtors, Engineers and other service providers that offers networking, learning and shared insights on the latest trends and best practices from world renowned site selectors. Their next event is February 19-21 in Atlanta. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eJg8fjFj If you are a corporate decision maker or EDO in need of a location advisory pro, be sure to view all of the experts at www.locationadvisor.com.

This Area Development article from Doug Heinz of Kroll explores the importance of NDAs in site selection, common challenges associated with them, and best practices for managing the NDA process to streamline site selection.

Global Location Strategies (GLS), a leading site selection and incentives negotiation firm, is excited to announce the addition of Patrick Hanlon as Principal and Director of Incentive Services. Based in St. Louis, MO, Hanlon will lead the company’s incentives practice, with a focus on securing financial incentives, tax credits, and grants for clients across various industries. “Patrick brings an impressive 20 years of expertise in economic development incentives and location strategy to GLS,” said Didi Caldwell, President and CEO of GLS. “He has a proven track record of helping clients navigate the complexities of incentives pursuits to maximize value for both companies and the communities they will call home. We’re thrilled to have him on board.” In his new role at GLS, Hanlon will work with clients to assess operations and strategic plans for credits and incentives opportunities, guiding them through securing these opportunities to increase their project’s return on investment. Additionally, he will collaborate across GLS’s diverse consulting services to integrate incentives into location decisions, delivering value for both clients and the communities in which they invest. Congratulations GLS and Patrick!

The latest LocationAdvisor.com Newsletter is here! https://lnkd.in/e4RZ-j9j Get acquainted with two of the best location advisors in the business - Select members Charles Sexton of Strategic Location Advisors, LLC and David Gaines, MEDP, of the Goldstone Consulting Group. Also check out location advisor pros Jason Stagman, CCIM of Stagman Commercial Real Estate Advisors and Michael Press of SCOUT Economics. We would also like to welcome Eric Pitcher, Director of Economic Development for Burlington Junction Railway to LocationAdvisor.com. Congrats on new jobs and promotions in the industry for Mario Schade of Factory Location Scouting and GWD Advisors, Ian Smith of KMK Consulting Company LLC, and Jan Desmaretz of Alvarez & Marsal. Check out the latest article on "Building a Location Strategy for a Remote Workforce: https://lnkd.in/e4fEZfFy. Contact us if you are interested iin sharing your experience and subject matter knowledge for our website and newsletter. If you are a corporate decision maker or EDO in need of a location advisory pro, be sure to view all of the experts at www.locationadvisor.com.

The AI Landscape & Location Decisions: With artificial intelligence (AI) impacting all industries, here is a look at some of the latest developments from Business Facilities magazine.

Congratulations to Mario Schade on joining GWD Advisors!