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Why Tech Workers Move to Columbus, Ohio
Most people know Columbus, Ohio as the home of the world-class Ohio State University and the seat of government in the state. But as one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., many are discovering that the Arch City has much more to offer. In...
A Capital of Culture, Country and Cuisine
Thinking about Nashville, most people envision Tennessee barbecue, live country music, or any number of cultural activities in the state’s capital city. The richness of talent that exists in Nashville goes beyond those with musical or culinary aptitudes. This year, Nashville was ranked number one for job growth in the tech sector over the past five years.
Best Places to Live if You Can Work Remotely
Remote work is changing where we decide to live. As more people choose to work remotely, many are acknowledging they don’t have to stay in the same expensive cities their employers tend to be based. If you can do a task anywhere and be productive,...
Changing Careers? Here’s How to Get Started in Tech.
So, you’re thinking of making a career change and veering into the technology field, but you don’t know where to start. Perhaps you’re experiencing a post-pandemic reawakening, or you’d simply like to invest your time and energy into a more...
Nashville’s Sweet Perks for Residents
Why does Nashville consistently get recognized as one of the best places to live in the US? Why is it ideal for young professionals who value fun in their free time? Most importantly, what are the key advantages the city offers in quality of life...
The Future of Cities is in the Present
The redistribution of talent post-pandemic has created several new opportunities for cities to market themselves differently, with an eye on attracting workers. While the traditional economic development tactics have focused on business relocation, the strategy has shifted to instead compete for people and the workforce of tomorrow.
A city of startups and IPOs
The startup scene in Pittsburgh is an intricate ecosystem with abundant resources available to enthusiastic entrepreneurs, small businesses, and scale-up companies. With the right mix of available talent, capital, and community networks, the city has been able to make a name for itself as one of the most innovative hubs for tech.
A Look at the Startup Scene in Pittsburgh
The startup scene in Pittsburgh reveals an intricate ecosystem with abundant resources available to enthusiastic entrepreneurs, small businesses, and scale-up companies. With the right mix of available talent, capital, networks, and more, the city...
Why Tech Workers Still Want an Office
Once upon a time, the office was considered a must for conducting a productive business. Actually, it was considered the default, the only possibility for much too long. As the economy has grown into the 21st century, so has the discussion for new...
Millennials on the move…
On the heels of the pandemic and as people continue to adapt to a new world, many are facing the decision of where they’d like to advance their personal and professional goals. A place to call home. This includes a popular group: millennial tech workers. So, where are they moving?
Affordable Housing in Growing Tech Hubs
As the tech industry has expanded across the country, most of the energy that surrounds the sector is overwhelmingly positive and glamorous. However, that’s not always the case. While local officials and companies may talk of all the positive...
Atlanta Tech Ecosystem Guide
Tech hubs across the US are growing and many are home to strong ecosystems that support startups and growth companies. However, not every city has a central repository of resources showing entrepreneurs and tech leaders where to build their...
Super Bowls and Startups
In 2019, the city was featured by MarketWatch as one of America’s Top 5 emerging tech hot spots. In 2020 and 2021 the Chiefs put help put Kansas City on the sporting world’s radar as they competed in back to back Super Bowls. And today, it has a growing reputation for being a place where women rule in tech.
Super Networker
What does connectivity truly mean in the context of a city? We believe it is social, technical, and structural networks. Cities ranking highly for connectivity will boast a collaborative tech community that works together, infrastructure that creates connections, and high accessibility to things like broadband that make economies work better.
The Cybersecurity Industry in Kansas City
Kansas City boasts a robust cybersecurity industry, employing nearly 7,000 people. This tech sub-sector continues to flourish in KC thanks to unique geographical positioning and an excellent talent pool, including the FBI regional HQ office, U.S....
Indianapolis Makes its Mark in Cloud Based Marketing
Cloud-based marketing has risen in sharp popularity in recent years with more companies realizing its benefits. For those who aren’t familiar, cloud marketing is a digital marketing method used by companies to market their goods across web-based...
The Specialization Nation
There are dozens of American cities from coast to coast competing for the title of “The Next Big Tech Hub”. But what if competing to be the next Silicon Valley wasn’t the best, or only, strategy? What if growing tech hubs focused on specialization? What if cities strived to become the national hub for robotics, healthcare, or marketing technology?
City Pitch Competition: Highlights from Indianapolis
Three rapidly growing tech hubs across the US competed in a one-of-a-kind event where cities pitched talent in a competition hosted by One America Works. These thriving tech economies - Pittsburgh, Columbus and Indianapolis - are all striving to...
Location Matters. So How Do You Choose?
Whether you are a business leader looking for the best place to open a new office or a tech worker looking to relocate to advance your career, location matters. But how do you choose the right one that meets your current and future needs? Here are some things to consider.
How Tech Workers Decide Where to Live
On the heels of the pandemic and as many people continue to adapt to the new world, many are facing the decision of where they’d like to advance their personal and professional goals. A place to call home. This can include young professionals,...
