Corporate Site Selection and Economic Development: A 30-Year Perspective

Corporate Site Selection and Economic Development: A 30-Year Perspective is a practitioner-informed resource that examines how corporate location decisions are made and how those decisions intersect with community and regional economic development strategies. Its purpose is to translate three decades of site selection experience into clear guidance on the criteria, data, incentives, infrastructure, workforce, and risk factors that influence project outcomes. The primary audience includes economic developers, planners, public officials, utility and real estate professionals, and business leaders who need to understand both the corporate and community sides of the process. Readers gain practical insight into aligning local assets with investor expectations, improving readiness and proposal quality, and communicating value in a competitive environment. The book’s value lies in helping stakeholders make more informed, defensible decisions that support sustainable growth, stronger partnerships, and better long-term returns for communities and companies alike.