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Develop This: Economic and Community Development

Develop This! Podcast
Economic Development
Tulsa Regional Chamber
Public-Private Partnerships
Tourism
Community Development
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
IEDC
Empathy
Work-Life Balance
Community Engagement
Navajo Nation
Generation Z
Leadership
Arts and Entertainment
Doña Ana County
Chilean Peppers
Onions
New Mexico
Pecans
Economic Development Certification

Explore topics related to transformational community leadership including economic development, non-profit engagement, organizational management, and policy development. It's a candid conversation with veterans of the economic development profession along with inspiring interviews of today's thought leaders.

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What does it mean to be a young leader in economic development today? In this episode, Develop This! contributing correspondent Joi Cuartero Austin sits down with Chandler Shook, Centerville, Iowa’s new Main Street & Economic Development Director, to... more

In this episode of the Develop This! Podcast, Dennis Fraise is joined by Ashley Canada and Eric Canada for the third installment in a four-part series on building an AI blueprint. They dive into the essential role of workforce upskilling in successfu... more

In this episode of the Develop This! podcast, host Dennis Fraise dives into the newly released 2025 State of Site Selection annual report with guests Michelle Comerford from the Site Selectors Guild and Robyn Domber from Development Counsellors Inter... more

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In this episode of the Develop This! Podcast, Dennis Fraise is joined by Ashley Canada and Eric Canada for part two of their four-part series on building an AI blueprint. The discussion zeroes in on the critical role of AI audits in shaping... more

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Recent Guests

Robyn Domber
Senior Vice President, Research at Development Counsellors International
Development Counsellors International
Episode: DT #588 Key Trends from the 2025 State of Site Selection Annual Report
Michelle Comerford
Chair of the Site Selectors Guild and Industrial and Supply Chain Practice Leader at Biggins Lacey Shapiro
Site Selectors Guild
Episode: DT #587 Inside the Site Selectors Guild: Insights for Economic Developers
Mark Perna
Generational expert and contributor for Forbes
Mark C. Perna, Inc.
Episode: DT #585 Workforce 2030: Preparing for a Gen Z and Millennial Majority - Mark Perna
Bethany Miller
Senior Economic Development Consultant at Hickey Global
Hickey Global
Episode: DT #579 Navigating the Economic Development Career Landscape - Bethany Miller
Clint O'Neill
Executive Director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Episode: DT #578 Economic Development Success in Arkansas - Clint O'Neil, the executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Joe April
Senior Partner at Convergent Nonprofit Solutions
Convergent Nonprofit Solutions
Episode: DT #576 Community Colleges - Leading The Entrepreneurial Shift in Workforce Development
Dr. John Rainone
Senior Counsel for Convergent Nonprofit Solutions and President of Mountain Gateway Community College
Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, Mountain Gateway Community College
Episode: DT #576 Community Colleges - Leading The Entrepreneurial Shift in Workforce Development
Tamika Jenkins
The Executive Director of The Bean Path, a tech nonprofit
The Bean Path
Episode: DT #574 Bridging the Digital Divide in Jackson, MS - Tamika Jenkins
Allison Carter
Director of Economic Development for Lowell, Massachusetts
City of Lowell
Episode: DT #571 The Unique Economic Development Landscape in Lowell, Massachusetts - Allison Carter

Hosts

Dennis Frazee
Host of Develop This
Dennis Fraise
Host of Develop This

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • A Worthwhile Listen

    Started listening to this years ago when I began in the business world. They offer a wide range of topics and although they don’t all align with what I’m currently doing, it’s been valuable to hear their well reasoned and insightful views.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PeteDavidCraig
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast for Those in Economic and Community Development

    I recently became aware of this podcast at an IEDC conference and I’m so happy I did. The conversations and topics are very relevant to the work we do and the length of episodes is perfect. I will definitely be sharing it with my colleagues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Souldrifter02
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome

    Great industry podcast. Kudos to the guys for taking this on and providing the insights that we all benefit from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Psykoticgman
    United States7 years ago
  • Brilliant Podcast.

    Very knowledgeable and insightful presenters!

    I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisMadigan87
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    Extremely insightful podcast from some very knowledgeable and entertaining guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madigan1987
    United States7 years ago

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DT #589 Unlocking AI ROI: Why Audits Matter - Ashley Canada and Eric Canada
Q: How do you ensure that the ROI from AI is actually measurable?
You first have to understand the current costs of your processes, which allows for the calculation of return on investment once changes are implemented.
DT #589 Unlocking AI ROI: Why Audits Matter - Ashley Canada and Eric Canada
Q: What is an AI review just in simplistic terms?
An AI audit is a business systems health check that reveals broken processes and systems, allowing us to optimize and run our operations more smoothly.
DT #589 Unlocking AI ROI: Why Audits Matter - Ashley Canada and Eric Canada
Q: Can you summarize the framework that you guys are creating to help clients find their AI north star?
With our AI audit, we analyze the business goals, operations, processes, and pain points to uncover where to unlock the biggest return on investment with AI.
DT #588 Key Trends from the 2025 State of Site Selection Annual Report
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the process that goes into the creation of the State of Site Selection report?
The study begins months in advance with brainstorming sessions, online surveys, and multi-day focus groups to gather input from Guild members.
DT #584 Think Big, Buy Small: Harvard Business School’s Blueprint for Business Ownership
Q: How do you help people decide if entrepreneurship is right for them?
They emphasize the difference between startup entrepreneurship and acquiring an established business, stating the lower risks associated with the latter.

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This podcast focuses on key themes in economic and community development, engaging with experts to share insights on critical issues that affect organizations, local economies, and community engagement. Topics frequently covered include workforce development, entrepreneurship, generational dynamics in the workplace, and innovative strategies for revitalizing communities. The hosts often highlight practical approaches for community leaders to implement, emphasizing collaboration between public and private sectors and the critical role of education and training in preparing the workforce for the future. It is likely to appeal to those involved in economic development, public policy, nonprofit management, and community engagement, offering a m... more

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