An Incentives Wish List: What Companies Want When Choosing a Location

Publications

12.2025

Moore & Van Allen (MVA)’s Director of Public Affairs Beth Friedrich and Economic Development & Incentives Member Beth Buckner co-authored an article published by Site Selection titled “An Incentives Wish List—What Companies Searching for Their Next Office Location Really Want Out of an Incentives Package.”

Drawing on their combined experience in economic development, public affairs, and incentives strategy, Friedrich and Buckner examine the factors companies prioritize when assessing potential office locations. Their analysis provides actionable insight for organizations, stakeholders, and communities involved in site selection and competitive business recruitment efforts.