Economic Development and Developers in the News # 242
Econ dev news from 93 economic development executives and organizations in 32 states.
Workforce Access Is Not the Same Thing as Workforce Availability
A case study on transit, labor sheds, and the hidden friction inside workforce claims.
Podcast 217: Why Economic Development Fundraising Matters More Than Ever with Brian Abernathy and Clint Nessmith
Because “we do important work” is not a funding strategy.
What Happens to a Community When It Loses Manufacturing?
A Sugar Land case study on industrial identity, redevelopment, and economic development after the factory leaves
84 Economic Development Job Listings This Week
In 47 states, from $44k - $198k
Why Fast-Growing Regions Need a Product Strategy Before a Recruitment Strategy
A Central Texas case study on product readiness, workforce corridors, and regional economic development strategy.
28 Things Economic Developers Need to Know This Week
April 30, 2026 edition
Burnout Is Not a Personal Failure in Economic Development
Rethinking burnout as an organizational risk, not a personal issue
Economic Development and Developers in the News # 241
Econ dev news from 85 economic development executives and organizations in 28 states.
You Didn't Lose Because of Incentives
Why communities lose deals to delay, risk, and confusion, not price
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