Thought Leadership
The Future of Economic Development Conferences
A deep dive into attendee insights and expectations
Seven Habits of Highly Effective Communities
You cannot change your future, but you can change your habits, and surely your habits will change your future.
Topophilia: Understanding the Heart of Place-based Economic Development
Boosting the economy with local love - no romance required!
Dear President Biden, Rebuild Made in America
Small incentives could spark a robust renaissance in the handmade movement while restoring main streets devastated by big box and online sales competition.
Ten Ways Rural Communities Sabotage Themselves
You don't need a study. Everyone knows at least one thing that needs improvement. Start there.
Five Things Rural Communities Should "Not Do" In 2023
If people can benefit from anti-resolutions, why can't communities?
Rural Towns Must Look Inward, Not Outward, To Survive and Thrive
Rural towns must focus on what they have - their residents, leaders, students, workforce, and businesses - before looking elsewhere.
Eight Principles Essential For Thriving Future Communities
Both "change" and "future" are a six (not four) letter words.
Get More Young People Involved To Help Save Your Rural Community
Be intentional about engaging young people.
How to Create More Community "Leaderfulness"
Your community doesn't need more leadership, it needs a larger, more diverse group of leaders.
