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Develop This: Economic and Community Development

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

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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Paul Cranch
Founder of Local Economic Impact Advisory and expert in economic development.
Local Economic Impact Advisory
Episode: DT #620 The Power of Place: What U.S. Communities Can Learn from Australia's Country University Centers
Phil Schneider
Principal of Global Location Strategies
Global Location Strategies
Episode: DT #614 Raising the Bar on Site Readiness: Standards, Speed, and Site Selection
Becky McCray
Cattle rancher and co-founder of SaveYour.town
SaveYour.town
Episode: DT #619 How to Make Any Community Idea Friendly with Becky McCray
Samantha Jefferson
Managing director of the Site Selectors Guild
Site Selectors Guild
Episode: DT #618 The Site Selectors Guild Explained: Standards, Strategy, and the Future of Site Selection
Larry Gigerich
Executive Managing Director of Ginovus
Ginovus
Episode: DT #611 From First Impression to Final Decision: The Art and Science of the Site Visit
Andy Coe
Principal of Convergent Nonprofit Solutions
Convergent Nonprofit Solutions
Episode: DT #615 The Future of Funding: How EDOs Can Thrive in an Uncertain 2026
Danielle Casey
Incoming IDC Board Chair and economic development leader
Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance
Episode: DT #609 Crystal Ball 2026: Leadership, Talent, and the Future of Economic Development with Danielle Casey
Kyle Moore
Former Quincy, Illinois councilperson, former mayor, and current president of the Great River Economic Development Foundation, as well as an Illinois state representative for the 9th district
Great River Economic Development Foundation
Episode: DT #615 Advocacy That Gets Projects Done: Working With Elected Officials
Bob Huffman
President of Huffman Welding & Machine and Huffman Farm & Home
Huffman Welding & Machine, Huffman Farm & Home
Episode: DT #606 Leading So People Want to Follow: Board Leadership That Works

Host

Dennis Fraise
Host and economic development professional who engages with guests to explore vital topics in the field, contributing his extensive experience and insights.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 62 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 States5 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 States8 years ago

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Positive feedback centers around the quality of guests and their ability to share actionable advice and strategies.
Many reviews highlight the podcast's thought-provoking discussions that resonate well within the economic development community.
Listeners appreciate the relevance and insight provided by experts in the field, finding the topics highly applicable to their own work.
Overall, it is seen as a valuable resource for continuous learning and engagement in economic and community development.

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DT #622 Purpose, Control & Courage: Why the Next Generation Is Choosing Entrepreneurship Mark C. Perna
Q: How important is passion for young entrepreneurs?
Passion drives entrepreneurs to invest time and energy into their ventures, fueling their motivation.
DT #622 Purpose, Control & Courage: Why the Next Generation Is Choosing Entrepreneurship Mark C. Perna
Q: Was there ever a moment when you felt like this was a big risk?
Every moment feels like a risk; there's always a new challenge or decision that requires careful consideration.
DT #622 Purpose, Control & Courage: Why the Next Generation Is Choosing Entrepreneurship Mark C. Perna
Q: What pushed you towards building your own business instead of following a traditional career path?
I was tired of working for other people and wanted control and the ability to shape my own vision.
DT #620 The Power of Place: What U.S. Communities Can Learn from Australia's Country University Centers
Q: What makes the Country University Center model work?
It's community-led, adaptable to local needs, and engages local businesses, which helps to build a sustainable educational infrastructure in rural areas.
DT #620 The Power of Place: What U.S. Communities Can Learn from Australia's Country University Centers
Q: What are Country University Centers and what problems do they solve?
CUCs are community-led educational centers aimed at retaining youth and providing local access to tertiary education, thus countering brain drain.

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This podcast explores a wide range of topics related to economic and community development, focusing on relevant issues in the field. Episodes typically feature industry professionals discussing issues like workforce development, site selection, economic strategies, and personal growth in careers. Unique discussions involve the intersection of technology and economic development, as well as insights on mentorship and leadership transitions, providing listeners a comprehensive perspective on building better communities. Noteworthy discussions include modern challenges faced by economic developers and strategies to tackle them, highlighting the evolving landscape of community engagement and investment attraction.

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