About the show

Dane Carlson explores the strategies, ideas, and insights that are driving economic development forward into the future. You'll hear new insights from passionate ED's about their successes and struggles, and you'll learn from attraction and retention experts about how to apply actionable strategies inside your EDO. We'll help take your organization, your community, and your career to the next level.

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Episodes

  • 136: A Conversation with Alia Abbas About Sustainable Economic Development

    August 5th, 2024  |  27 mins 47 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development

    In this episode, Dane talks to Alia Abbas about sustainable economic development looks like from her perspective.

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    135: July 2024 Update

    July 29th, 2024  |  19 mins 32 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development, sitehunt

    In this episode, Dane Carlson reflects on the on July 2024, while also introducing a series of exciting new features for Sitehunt, aimed at revolutionizing site analysis and RFI responses for economic developers.

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    134: Economic Development at Harvard University and Argonne National Labs With Lara Gale and Alison Turner

    June 24th, 2024  |  24 mins 39 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development

    In this episode, Dane Carlson interviews Lara Gale and Allison Turner about innovative economic development strategies, the role of data-driven decision-making, and the importance of community engagement for fostering growth and sustainability.

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    133: True Economic Development Provides an Opportunity for Everyone to be Successful with Ken Chapa

    June 17th, 2024  |  23 mins 39 secs
    arizona, eco devo, econdev, economic development

    Dane Carlson sits down with Ken Chapa, the Director of Economic Development and Tourism for the City of Avondale, Arizona, a thriving community in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

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    132: Championing Rural Economic Development with Lorie Vincent and Stand Up Rural America

    June 10th, 2024  |  34 mins 46 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development, rurall

    Dane Carlson interviews Lorie Vincent, founder of Stand Up Rural America. They discuss Lorie's experience in rural economic development and her creation of the summit, which provides practical tools and fosters collaboration among rural communities.

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    131: Economic Analytics Made Easy: Eric Trevan's Innovative Approach

    June 3rd, 2024  |  31 mins 47 secs
    ai, eco devo, econdev, economic development

    In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson interviewed Eric Trevan, PhD, an investor, economist, and business and the President and CEO of aLocal Solutions.

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    130: Talking Economic Development in Alabama with Greg Canfield

    May 27th, 2024  |  31 mins 23 secs
    alabama, eco devo, econdev, economic development

    Dane Carlson interviews Greg Canfield, the former Secretary of Commerce for the state of Alabama. Their conversation covers Greg's career journey, and his take on the complexities of economic development.

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    129: Supporting Spanish-Speaking Entrepreneurs with Amber Tarrac

    May 20th, 2024  |  31 mins 56 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development

    In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson interviews Amber Tarrac, CEO of Founder Fuego.

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    128: Getting Radically Rural with Julianna Dodson

    May 13th, 2024  |  25 mins 36 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development

    In this episode of the Econ Dev Show interviewed Julianna Dodson, the Deputy Executive Director at the Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship and the director of Radically Rural.

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    127: Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development: A Conversation with Rob Williams of SourceLink

    May 6th, 2024  |  24 mins 24 secs
    eco devo, econdev, economic development, entrepreneurship

    Dane Carlson interviews Rob Williams, director of SourceLink, a not-for-profit organization that collaborates with economic development agencies to promote entrepreneurial-led economic growth.

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    126: 1Berkshire's Wraparound Approach to Economic Development with Ben Lamb

    April 1st, 2024  |  29 mins 58 secs
    berkshires, community engagement, demographic shifts, eco devo, econdev, economic development, innovation, post-pandemic recovery, regional prosperity, strategic partnerships, tourism, wraparound strategy

    Dane Carlson talks with Ben Lamb of 1Berkshire, exploring the integration of economic development and tourism in the Berkshires. Lamb shares the innovative concept of 'wraparound economic development' that addresses jobs, business growth, and vital community needs, emphasizing the post-pandemic demographic shifts and the area's growing diversity. Highlighting the importance of cross-sector collaboration and strategic partnerships, the episode positions the Berkshires as a beacon of innovation and cultural richness, offering valuable strategies for economic developers to foster community resilience and regional prosperity.

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    125: Beyond Numbers: The Rise in Productivity Shapes Our World

    March 25th, 2024  |  17 mins 54 secs
    1990s, eco devo, econdev, economic development, economics

    Dane dives into the resurgence of labor productivity growth in the US, marking an end to years of standstill. This isn't just economic jargon; it's about how these changes affect our daily lives, enhancing our overall quality of life.