With the rapid building of global online presences, it seems that economic borders are becoming less of an obstacle in company growth. Businesses are increasingly catering to global audiences thanks to the instantaneousness of electronic communication and the ability to outsource work to various time zones. So why are we seeing an increasing number of… Continue reading NY State – Growing the Economy through International Business Exchange
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New York City’s Burgeoning Technology Industry seeks to Revolutionize Urban Manufacturing and Job Creation
Since 2000 New York City has lost more than 100,000 manufacturing jobs, largely due to national outsourcing trends and the economic downturn. Once bustling industrial neighborhoods have now been out-paced and out-priced by residential complexes, rezoning and the general rise in the cost of everything. But times are changing. In 2011 the federal government initiated… Continue reading New York City’s Burgeoning Technology Industry seeks to Revolutionize Urban Manufacturing and Job Creation
A Euro-US Partnership On The Table: TTIP
America and Europe have a long history of trade partnerships with one another – in fact, 237 years worth. On July 12, the first round of negotiations finished for the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, or, TTIP.Reactions to TTIP thus far are somewhat mixed; some are thrilled at the prospective economic boost which the agreement… Continue reading A Euro-US Partnership On The Table: TTIP
Diversifying Manhattan’s Industries
New York City has several large industries which have for years been the backbone of the city’s economy. From Wall Street to the booming fashion industry, worldwide attention is focused year-round on one or the other of the Big Apple’s big earners. But what happens if one of these industries falls into a slump? Why… Continue reading Diversifying Manhattan’s Industries
Can NYC’s Underground Park get off the Ground?
There’s no denying that the High Line has had a huge economic impact on the areas of Chelsea it runs through. That isn’t always a good thing, argue some, but the fallout from increasing property value and migrating consumers does nothing to change the facts: 12,000 jobs created – 8,000 of which were in construction… Continue reading Can NYC’s Underground Park get off the Ground?
Big Love for Valentine’s Day Business
Valentine’s Day is a big day for romance around the globe; this holiday, originally celebrating Christian martyr St. Valentine, has since transformed into a celebration of all things romantic. Valentine’s Day is now a global holiday, currently being the second most celebrated holiday worldwide after New Year’s Day.In the United States Valentine’s Day means a… Continue reading Big Love for Valentine’s Day Business
Overpaid and Over Here?: The Importance of Immigrants to NYC’s Economy
Immigration is a controversial issue. There’s no getting around the fact that politicians, as well as day-to-day New Yorkers, have been and continue to be deeply divided on the future of immigration laws. Does immigration mean taking work away from U.S. citizens, and the demise of American culture? Or is it the great building block… Continue reading Overpaid and Over Here?: The Importance of Immigrants to NYC’s Economy
New York City’s International Makeup
One of the wonderful things about New York City is that it is, and always has been, an international city.From its foundation as New Amsterdam and the immigration waves of the 1800s and 1900s, to the ongoing internationalization of the city’s economic, social, and political spheres, it is a city made up of cultures, people,… Continue reading New York City’s International Makeup