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Automotive

November 14, 2019

Alabama Industries In 1997, the first M-Class rolled off the Mercedes-Benz production line in Vance, launching the beginning of the automotive industry in Alabama. Alabama has grown to become a leading center globally for automotive production. Vehicle assembly plants for Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Hyundai, Mazda Toyota, an engine assembly plant for Toyota, and a growing automotive…

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Aerospace

November 14, 2019

Alabama Industries Alabama’s aviation/aerospace industry has been integral to U.S. Space and Defense programs for more than 50 years. Today, Alabama is home to hundreds of aerospace, aviation, and defense-related companies supporting both government and commercial markets and has attracted investment from companies around the globe. Alabama. Home of Apollo’s Saturn V rockets, and Airbus’…

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Workforce Ready

November 12, 2019

Why Alabama? A Workforce AsSkilled As It IsReady. With a steadily growing civilian workforce of over 2 million, Alabama has plenty of dedicated and skilled workers to meet both today’s – and tomorrow’s – industry demands. Aggressiveeducation/workforcesystems fulfillingtomorrow’s industry needs 24 two-year communityand technical colleges 28 four-year colleges anduniversities withstate-of-the-art tech andresearch Alabama Industrial DevelopmentTraining…

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Shinhwa Group plans $42 million Auburn plant, to hire 95

November 8, 2019

The Shinhwa Group, a South Korean auto supplier, will open a $42 million Auburn manufacturing operation, expected to create 95 jobs. It is the manufacturer’s first U.S. manufacturing location. To read more of the story go to: AL.com

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Supporting Organizations

November 7, 2019

About Menu ABOUT EDPA: Overview Staff & Expertise Board of Directors Supporting Organizations AdvantageSite EDPA is a nonprofit organization is supported by more than 60 leading Alabama companies that are committed to enhancing economic development in the state. The strength of our private sector support enables us to increase our effectiveness as we work to…

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Board of Directors

November 7, 2019

About Menu ABOUT EDPA: Overview Staff & Expertise Board of Directors Supporting Organizations AdvantageSite Scott Adams – Protective Life Corporation   Stephanie Bryan – Poarch Band of Creek Indians   David Cooper – Cooper Group of Companies   Angus Cooper III – Cooper Group of Companies   G. Mack Dove – AAA Cooper Transportation  …

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Thriving Business Climate

October 25, 2019

Why Alabama? ThrivingBusiness Climate Alabama is a state that appreciates the contribution of business and industry. Both public and private sectors are committed to helping them succeed. State and local officials work to create a supportive environment that fosters business success through workforce development. That commitment is exemplified by the many world-class companies that have…

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