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A Message from the President

While a major focus at EDPA is helping the state attract new industry, we recognize the importance of nurturing businesses that have already made a home in Alabama. Through the EDPA Foundation, we’re making sure that proven existing industry programs are in place and available to Alabama communities so that we can meet existing industry needs as well as embrace new and exciting opportunities. If your community is interested in learning more about this program, I encourage you to contact Greg Sheek at 205.943.4724 or gsheek@edpa.org.

Holy Rollout! Synchronist takes off in Alabama

Foundations for Growth, an EDPA Foundation-sponsored existing industry program, received kudos for its successful launch of Synchronist®, a proven data-centric tool for servicing existing industry. Program members graciously accepted the 2004 “Holy Roll-Out” Award at the Fifth Annual Synchronist Users Forum in Chicago. Launched in September 2003, Foundations for Growth has since established 13 Synchronist® sublicenses involving 35 counties throughout Alabama.

Register NOW for FREE Synchronist Interviewer Training with Eric Canada

ATTN: Existing Alabama Foundations for Growth participants

Synchronist Interviewer Training with Eric Canada

Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Alabama Center for Commerce, 7th Floor Auditorium, 401 Adams Avenue, Montgomery, AL

FREE Training!! But registration is required

Register with Laura Kanser at lkanser@edpa.org or 205-943-4711

In conjunction with the activities of the Black Belt Action Commission, the EDPA Foundation is sponsoring the return of Synchronist authority Eric Canada to conduct Synchronist Interviewer Training for existing Foundations for Growth participants. At no cost to participants, this is a unique opportunity to learn from a renowned existing industry professional. All Alabama Foundations for Growth participants (administrators, volunteers and local economic development allies) are encouraged to attend.

New and expanding industry

Alabama continues to roll out the red carpet for new and expanding industries. In the third quarter alone, companies invested more than $405 million and created more than 4,300 jobs. Following is a breakdown of third quarter announcements for 2004:
 
 
 

Alabama: One of nation's business-friendliest states

Alabama is one of the best states for entrepreneurs and small businesses to invest in, according to the 2004 “Small Business Survival Index.” Climbing three spots from last year, Alabama placed eighth on the index, which ranks the 50 states and District of Columbia according to 23 major government-imposed or government-related costs impacting investment, entrepreneurship and business. Click here to view the 2004 "Small Business Survival Index."

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