originally founded in Brazil and now headquartered in Chesterfield.The presence of these organizations has positioned the city as a global hub for agricultural research, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing. “It’s an ecosystem,” Hurt says. “From research and finance to global logistics, it’s all connected. The ag-tech sector is one of the most significant—and most stable—drivers of our economy.” A RISING ENTERTAINMENT AND INNOVATION HUB Beyond its agricultural prowess, Chesterfield is also emerging as an entertainment and creative production center thanks to Gateway Studios and Production Services, a world-class complex designed to serve the live-event and film industries. Located in Chesterfield Valley, Gateway Studios houses three massive production rooms—including the largest single-room sound stage in North America—capable of building and rehearsing fullscale Super Bowl-sized concert sets under one roof. “It’s unlike anything else in the country,” says Hurt. “They can build, light, and rehearse an entire world tour or halftime show in complete privacy.” The $150-million facility includes advanced acoustic engineering, secure gated access, and plans for a private hotel and additional production suites to support film and streaming clients such as Netflix, 44 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 11
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