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Podcast # 144: Innovative Economic Development in St. Louis with Jason Archer and Darrell Scott

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Dane Carlson
Dane Carlson
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Podcast # 144: Innovative Economic Development in St. Louis with Jason Archer and Darrell Scott

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Episode 144 of the Econ Dev Show Podcast is live.

In this episode, Dane talks with Darrell Scott and Jason Archer from the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership. Scott, the Vice President of Business Finance, and Archer, the Vice President of Business Development, share insights into their organization's unique role in promoting economic growth across both St. Louis City and County. They discuss their career paths, the challenges of attracting talent to the region, and highlight some of their successful projects and initiatives.

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A key focus of the conversation is the Partnership's innovative Business Retention and Expansion program, which has won awards for its collaborative approach involving multiple economic development entities. The guests also touch on how COVID-19 has impacted their work, leading to more efficient virtual meetings and expanded outreach. Throughout the interview, Scott and Archer emphasize their commitment to supporting businesses of all sizes and fostering economic development in the St. Louis area.

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