Exploring the Numbers In the post-pandemic world, travel and tourism have become intensely popular. States across the heartland, from Texas to Michigan, have seen the number of visitors and the money they spend increase notably in the last three years. In 2024 alone, Bentonville, AR surpassed $4 million in tourism-generated tax revenue for the first… Continue reading The Heartland Awaits: How the Region’s Tourism Industry is Thriving
Pulse Category: Regional Competitiveness
Harnessing the Power of AI in the Heartland
The heartland is well positioned to lead in this new AI-driven chapter, whether it be through educational initiatives, state policy or research, the heartland stands to benefit from harnessing the power of artificial intelligence at this key economic inflection point. Check out some of the incredible AI-related news and work taking place across the heartland.… Continue reading Harnessing the Power of AI in the Heartland
The Heartland’s Most Dynamic Metropolitan Areas
Thriving metropolitan areas are anchor points that help define the essence of the heartland. Several of these key communities are highlighted in Heartland Forward’s 2024 report on the nation’s Most Dynamic Metropolitan areas. Learn more about what makes these cities so dynamic and unique below. Most Dynamic Heartland Metros: Ten heartland cities ranked in the… Continue reading The Heartland’s Most Dynamic Metropolitan Areas
About Pulse of the Heartland
Heartland Forward brings you Pulse of the Heartland, a resource for policymakers, journalists and community leaders focused on economic trends and the latest news in the heartland. We track, analyze and share on-the-ground data, insights and research focused on the 20 states we define as America’s heartland. Pulse focuses on three main drivers of economic… Continue reading About Pulse of the Heartland