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Podcast Episode 74 - Shop Local First with Steve Fletcher
Shopping local is more than just a holiday initiative.
34 New Economic Development Jobs This Week
Econ dev jobs in 15 states. From $58k - $185k
The 22 Things to Economic Developers Need to Know This Week
The stories that Dane thinks you need to see this week. December 1, 2022 edition.
Economic Development and Developers in the News #87
Econ dev news from 318 economic development executives and organizations in 33 states and Canada.
How to Create More Community "Leaderfulness"
Your community doesn't need more leadership, it needs a larger, more diverse group of leaders.
USDA Seeks Applications to Support Rural Regional Economic and Community Development Planning
To support projects that will help rural people and economies prepare for the future.
From Australia: What is Economic Development?
Economic Development Australia's brand-new video which showcases the importance of economic development to Australian communities.
2022 Talent Attraction Scorecard
New reports on talent attraction and skills-based strategies.
Next Week: National Veterans Small Business Week
Oct. 31 – Nov. 4
Assorted Links Thursday
What would the iPhone have cost in 1991?
Assorted Links Wednesday
China, mortgage rates, industrial production, employment, bed time and more.
Assorted Links Tuesday
Property taxes, municipal broadband, large site selection projects, and more.
Assorted Links Monday
Factory jobs are booming like it’s the 1970s, remote work drove over 60% of house-price surge, and more.
Example Economic Development Performance Measures
Ideally, your metrics should be tied to the specific goals of your economic development strategy.
Emails from EDOs
From Coachella Valley Economic Partnership, Economic Development Australia Limited, Florida Atlantic Research and Development Authority, Fort Collins Business Newsletter, and Medina County Economic Development Corporation
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