Displaying all 7 Episode of Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development with the tag “innovation”.
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190: New Jersey’s Bold Playbook with Kathleen Coviello
September 15th, 2025 | 30 mins 12 secs
clean energy, eco devo, econdev, economic development, entrepreneurship, evergreen fund, film industry, housing affordability, innovation, life sciences, new jersey, venture capital
A deep dive into how New Jersey is transforming its economy through innovation, industry diversification, and creative programs with Kathleen Coviello, Chief Economic Transformation Officer at NJEDA.
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186: The Power of Collaboration in Economic Development with Stacie LoVan of the Greater Des Moines Partnership
August 18th, 2025 | 24 mins 7 secs
challenges, collaboration, communication, communities, eco devo, econdev, economic development, growth, innovation, leadership, practitioners, strategy
An inside look at how the Greater Des Moines Partnership leverages collaboration to drive regional growth, with insights from Stacie LoVan.
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169: Reimagining Urban Industrial Spaces for Modern Manufacturing with Lindsay Greene
April 14th, 2025 | 35 mins 12 secs
brooklyn navy yard, community impact, eco devo, econdev, economic development, industrial policy, innovation, manufacturing, sustainable careers, urban renewal, workforce development, working waterfront
Lindsay Greene discusses how the Brooklyn Navy Yard is reimagining manufacturing and industrial spaces while creating sustainable economic opportunities for communities.
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148: High-Touch Economic Development in Indiana with Brock Herr
November 4th, 2024 | 30 mins 38 secs
business retention, business support, eco devo, econdev, economic development, future economy, indiana, innovation, partnerships, site selection, supply chain, team-based, workforce development
Indiana Economic Development Corporation Senior Vice President Brock Herr shares insights on Indiana's comprehensive approach to economic development, from business attraction to long-term success strategies.
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140: Transforming Southern Illinois' Economic Development with Deb Barnett
September 16th, 2024 | 29 mins 42 secs
business incubation, community partnerships, cross-county cooperation, deb barnett, economic development, entrepreneurship, field trip fridays, innovation, local assets, podcasting, regional collaboration, regional marketing, rural economy, rural revitalization, si now, small business, southern illinois, storytelling, strategic growth, workforce development
Deb Barnett, executive director of SI Now, discusses the organization's regional approach to economic development in Southern Illinois on the Econ Dev Show with host Dane Carlson.
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138: Blending Non-Profit Values with For-Profit Agility: Bo Kemp’s Approach to Economic Development
September 6th, 2024 | 32 mins 11 secs
bo kemp, business growth, community development, eco devo, econdev, economic development, fail fast, for-profit, innovation, monetization, municipal growth, municipal services, non-profit, risk-taking, social impact, sustainable growth, wealth building
Bo Kemp, CEO of the Southland Development Authority shares how his not-for-profit organization drives municipal economic development by adopting for-profit agility, taking calculated risks, and monetizing their services to create sustainable, community-centered 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.