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Develop This: Economic and Community Development

Develop This! Podcast
Economic Development
Workforce Development
Community Engagement
Leadership
Community Development
Entrepreneurship
Site Selection
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Education
Economic Development Organizations
Gen Z
IEDC
Tourism
Artificial Intelligence
IEDC Rural Retreat
Public-Private Partnerships
Site Selectors Guild
Collaboration
Technology
Mental Health

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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Latest Episodes

What does it take for a small country to compete for high-value global investment in today's economy?

In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Pilar Madrigal of the Costa Rican Investment Promotion Agency to explore how Costa Ric... more

What role do big, bold visions play in shaping stronger communities and more effective leaders?

In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise is joined by Mark Perna to explore how optimism, storytelling, and ambitious goals can inspire innovatio... more

In celebration of Small Business Week, this episode of Develop This! takes a closer look at the businesses that are often small in size but powerful in impact: microbusinesses.

Friend of the show, Erik Reader brings Marci Goodwin, co-founder of Sm... more

How did Lithuania transform itself into one of Europe's fastest-rising investment and innovation hubs?

In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Rūta Kriščiūnaitė from Invest Lithuania to explore the country's remarkable economic ... more

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Philip Gaskin
Board member of IDC; advisor on transformation and experience-driven economies
IDC
Episode: DT #650 Building Inclusive Economies: How Private Sector Lessons Drive Community Transformation
Fadi Shadeh
Manager of Investment Promotion, Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency
Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPAA)
Episode: DT #648 Why Hungary Wins: Inside Europe's Fastest-Evolving Investment Destination
Trevor Sutton
Vice President of Economic Development for the Birmingham Business Alliance
Birmingham Business Alliance
Episode: DT #647 From Legacy City to Regional Powerhouse: How Birmingham Is Rewriting Its Economic Future
Dan Trepanier
Founder, Articles of Style
Articles of Style
Episode: DT #646 Dress the Part: How Personal Style Shapes Confidence and Career Success
Alejandra Castillo
Former Assistant Secretary overseeing the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)
U.S. Economic Development Administration
Episode: DT #645 The Future of Economic Development: AI, Talent, and Regional Strategy in a Changing World
Johan Beukema
Managing partner at BCI Global
BCI Global
Episode: DT #644 Beyond Cost: What's Really Driving Global Site Selection Today
Barry Broome
President and CEO, Greater Sacramento Economic Council
Greater Sacramento Economic Council
Episode: DT #643 Leadership Traits of High-Performing Economic Developers – Barry Broome
Patsy Van Hove
Executive with IBM Consulting and Plant Location International
IBM Consulting / Plant Location International
Episode: DT #641 The War for Talent Is Over—Now What? A Global Perspective with Patsy Van Hove
Eric Reader
Reader Area Development
Reader Area Development
Episode: DT #642 From Empty to Energized: Rethinking Community Revitalization

Host

Dennis Fraise
Host of Develop This: Economic and Community Development

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Great show for Economic Development

    Dennis is a pro who has built a solid platform for economic development professionals. Guests range from rural to big city, and there is always a solid takeaway.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChicagoKSC
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States7 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 States8 years ago
  • Brilliant Podcast.

    Very knowledgeable and insightful presenters!

    I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisMadigan87
    United Kingdom8 years ago

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- Audiences appreciate actionable takeaways and a solid range of guests.
- The host delivers well-reasoned perspectives with insights for economic development pros.
- Episodes are valuable for staying current on regional growth topics and leadership practices.

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DT #651 Lithuania Rising: How a Small Nation Became a Global Hub for FinTech and Innovation
Q: What comes next on the horizon for Lithuania's economic development?
The country plans to keep testing and investing in new growth areas like quantum tech and biotech while staying focused on depth rather than breadth, ensuring agencies specialize in a few core strengths, and maintaining human-to-human engagement and live interactions to gather real feedback.
DT #651 Lithuania Rising: How a Small Nation Became a Global Hub for FinTech and Innovation
Q: But how does Lithuania, how do you feel, Stanislav, and how has that evolved over the last few years?
Lithuania has emerged from a hidden gem to a visible, intentional ecosystem for high-value industries like FinTech and defense, supported by proactive government policy, regulatory reform, and a strong emphasis on aftercare and talent development; the country continues evolving by targeting strategic sectors and maintaining energy reliability to attract major international players.
DT #648 Why Hungary Wins: Inside Europe's Fastest-Evolving Investment Destination
Q: What does your day-to-day work look like as the manager of investment promotion?
A mix of strategic planning with senior executives about expansion, organizing site visits, coordinating with local stakeholders, and assembling cross-functional teams to connect investors with the right resources and communities.
DT #643 Leadership Traits of High-Performing Economic Developers – Barry Broome
Q: What's one underrated factor in site selection day?
The consistency and clarity of a region's market partnership and reputation; conflicting information across communities can derail a site selector's confidence in a region.
DT #643 Leadership Traits of High-Performing Economic Developers – Barry Broome
Q: What leadership traits do most effective economic development organizations share?
Authenticity, transparency, data-driven storytelling, and the ability to empower a capable team to operate autonomously while maintaining strategic alignment are foundational traits.

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A series focused on economic development, regional collaboration, and community leadership, featuring conversations with government officials, economic developers, site-selection experts, and industry leaders. Episodes cover topics like talent pipelines, workforce development, energy reliability, regional branding, and the evolving role of government and private capital in shaping place-based growth. Notable moments include real-world case studies on investment hubs, space economies, and multi-jurisdictional partnerships, offering practical insights for listeners involved in policy, planning, and place marketing. The show tends to blend strategic leadership with on-the-ground tactics, making it useful for professionals evaluating investment... more

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2. Fadi Shadeh
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