web02.fireside.fm Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:15:04 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development - Episodes Tagged with “Civic Pride” https://podcast.econdevshow.com/tags/civic%20pride Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:15:00 -0500 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. en-us episodic Actionable economic development strategies and stories Dane Carlson 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. no econ dev, economic development, ed Dane Carlson show@econdevshow.com 188: Site Selectors Often Experience Your City First as Visitors with Tulsa's Renee McKenney https://podcast.econdevshow.com/188 d8f07cb4-0f38-4b73-b37c-b866073a4e0b Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:15:00 -0500 Dane Carlson 188 Site Selectors Often Experience Your City First as Visitors with Tulsa's Renee McKenney full Dane Carlson A conversation with Renee McKenney on how Tulsa blends tourism, placemaking, and economic development to punch above its weight on the national stage 26:28 no In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson talks with Renee McKenney, Senior Vice President of Tourism for the Tulsa Regional Chamber and President of Tulsa Regional Tourism. Renee shares how Tulsa has leveraged its unique history, Route 66 heritage, and creative culture to attract visitors, residents, and businesses. From hosting major sporting events and revitalizing Black Wall Street to promoting film, music, and culinary scenes, Tulsa is redefining itself as a vibrant destination. Renee also explains how integrating tourism with economic development under the chamber umbrella creates a powerful synergy that fuels placemaking, business attraction, and civic pride Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! 10 Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Integrate tourism and economic development--site selectors often experience your city first as visitors. Identify and elevate authentic community assets (history, culture, sports, etc.). Lean into storytelling; narratives like Route 66 or Black Wall Street resonate nationally. Invest in placemaking that surprises and delights both locals and visitors. Use large-scale events (sports, festivals, shows) as business attraction opportunities. Partner with creative industries (film, music, arts) to build brand identity. Capitalize on civic pride to mobilize communities around unique initiatives. Focus on accessibility and vibe because livability drives both talent and business attraction. Treat tourism as "importing money and exporting experiences." Always be ready for your "prime time": community investments build toward big moments like centennials, championships, or global events. Special Guest: Renee McKenney. econdev, economic development, eco devo, Tulsa, tourism, placemaking, Route 66, Black Wall Street, economic development, sports tourism, film industry, civic pride, chambers of commerce In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson talks with Renee McKenney, Senior Vice President of Tourism for the Tulsa Regional Chamber and President of Tulsa Regional Tourism. Renee shares how Tulsa has leveraged its unique history, Route 66 heritage, and creative culture to attract visitors, residents, and businesses. From hosting major sporting events and revitalizing Black Wall Street to promoting film, music, and culinary scenes, Tulsa is redefining itself as a vibrant destination. Renee also explains how integrating tourism with economic development under the chamber umbrella creates a powerful synergy that fuels placemaking, business attraction, and civic pride

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10 Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers

  1. Integrate tourism and economic development--site selectors often experience your city first as visitors.
  2. Identify and elevate authentic community assets (history, culture, sports, etc.).
  3. Lean into storytelling; narratives like Route 66 or Black Wall Street resonate nationally.
  4. Invest in placemaking that surprises and delights both locals and visitors.
  5. Use large-scale events (sports, festivals, shows) as business attraction opportunities.
  6. Partner with creative industries (film, music, arts) to build brand identity.
  7. Capitalize on civic pride to mobilize communities around unique initiatives.
  8. Focus on accessibility and vibe because livability drives both talent and business attraction.
  9. Treat tourism as "importing money and exporting experiences."
  10. Always be ready for your "prime time": community investments build toward big moments like centennials, championships, or global events.

Special Guest: Renee McKenney.

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]]> In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson talks with Renee McKenney, Senior Vice President of Tourism for the Tulsa Regional Chamber and President of Tulsa Regional Tourism. Renee shares how Tulsa has leveraged its unique history, Route 66 heritage, and creative culture to attract visitors, residents, and businesses. From hosting major sporting events and revitalizing Black Wall Street to promoting film, music, and culinary scenes, Tulsa is redefining itself as a vibrant destination. Renee also explains how integrating tourism with economic development under the chamber umbrella creates a powerful synergy that fuels placemaking, business attraction, and civic pride

Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps!

10 Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers

  1. Integrate tourism and economic development--site selectors often experience your city first as visitors.
  2. Identify and elevate authentic community assets (history, culture, sports, etc.).
  3. Lean into storytelling; narratives like Route 66 or Black Wall Street resonate nationally.
  4. Invest in placemaking that surprises and delights both locals and visitors.
  5. Use large-scale events (sports, festivals, shows) as business attraction opportunities.
  6. Partner with creative industries (film, music, arts) to build brand identity.
  7. Capitalize on civic pride to mobilize communities around unique initiatives.
  8. Focus on accessibility and vibe because livability drives both talent and business attraction.
  9. Treat tourism as "importing money and exporting experiences."
  10. Always be ready for your "prime time": community investments build toward big moments like centennials, championships, or global events.

Special Guest: Renee McKenney.

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]]> 119: From Sick Cities to Thriving Communities with Jeff Siegler https://podcast.econdevshow.com/119 cba02006-6158-4625-b94e-ca40f19027af Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600 Dane Carlson 119 From Sick Cities to Thriving Communities with Jeff Siegler full Dane Carlson Jeff Siegler, author of "Your City is Sick" and a civic pride expert, discusses the critical role of sustained, internal efforts and high standards in healing and rejuvenating community health and pride, as opposed to quick, superficial fixes. 24:26 no In this episode, Dane and Jeff Siegler, author of "Your City is Sick" and a seasoned consultant in civic pride, delves into strategies for reviving struggling communities. Drawing from his extensive experience in urban planning and Main Street revitalization, he underscores the necessity of long-term, community-driven efforts, highlighting the pitfalls of apathy and external quick fixes. Siegler advocates for small, consistent actions rooted in higher standards, analogous to personal health practices, to foster community trust, connection, and pride. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Jeff Siegler. econdev, economic development, eco devo, civic pride In this episode, Dane and Jeff Siegler, author of "Your City is Sick" and a seasoned consultant in civic pride, delves into strategies for reviving struggling communities. Drawing from his extensive experience in urban planning and Main Street revitalization, he underscores the necessity of long-term, community-driven efforts, highlighting the pitfalls of apathy and external quick fixes. Siegler advocates for small, consistent actions rooted in higher standards, analogous to personal health practices, to foster community trust, connection, and pride.

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Special Guest: Jeff Siegler.

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]]> In this episode, Dane and Jeff Siegler, author of "Your City is Sick" and a seasoned consultant in civic pride, delves into strategies for reviving struggling communities. Drawing from his extensive experience in urban planning and Main Street revitalization, he underscores the necessity of long-term, community-driven efforts, highlighting the pitfalls of apathy and external quick fixes. Siegler advocates for small, consistent actions rooted in higher standards, analogous to personal health practices, to foster community trust, connection, and pride.

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Special Guest: Jeff Siegler.

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