Baldwin County ranks high on list of business expansions

Baldwin County tied for fourth as the micropolitan area with the most industrial expansions in 2007, according to Site Selection magazine, after landing 14 new or expanded facilities creating 490 jobs.

“I think it really speaks to the pipeline of deals that we’re seeing and the industry activity in our area,” said Lee Lawson, director of economic development for the Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance.

The magazine, which covers industrial recruitment, counts projects where companies invest at least $1 million, build a structure of at least 20,000 square feet or hire at least 50 people.

Baldwin County ranks high on list of business expansions