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Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development

Dane Carlson
Economic Development
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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 leve... more

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In this episode of the Econ Dev Show Dane Carlson talks with Amy Renner, Community Development Senior Program Manager for the Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP), about what rural communities really need to move economic development project... more

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show Dane Carlson talks with Will Williams, president and CEO of the Western South Carolina Economic Development Partnership, about how economic development has changed over his career: from paper RFIs and long project... more

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show Bethany Quinn, president of Golden Shovel Agency, explains why communities that punch above their weight concentrate their resources on one or two genuine strengths.

She and Dane discuss how specificity makes com... more

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show Dane Carlson talks with Mike Swesey, president and CEO of the St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation, about how St. Pete has worked to become known as a business destination as well as a place with b... more

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Bethany Quinn
President of Golden Shovel Agency
Golden Shovel Agency
Episode: 232: Stop Marketing Your Community Like Everywhere Else with Bethany Quinn
Mike Swesey
President and CEO, St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation
St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation
Episode: 231: Speed Wins in Economic Development with Mike Swesey
Andrew Sloss
Principal at Sloss Site Selection and Location Investment Consulting
Sloss Site Selection and Location Investment Consulting
Episode: 230: No Is Never the Final Answer: Creative Retention Strategies with Andrew Sloss
Lavera Alexander
Chief Growth Officer and CAMSI Director at Monterey Bay Economic Partnership
Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP)
Episode: 229: How Monterey Bay Became an Advanced Air Mobility Hub with Lavera Alexander
Liz Maxwell
Chief of Staff at the Idea Village
Idea Village
Episode: 228: Capital Is Not the Bottleneck with Liz Maxwell
Melissa James
Founding president and CEO of REACH Central Coast
REACH Central Coast
Episode: 227: Never Underestimate the Power of Ceremony with Melissa James
Damian Denmark
Economic Development Director for Yukon, Oklahoma
City of Yukon
Episode: 226: Economic Development Is a Relationship Game with Damian Denmark
Kevin Johnson
President and CEO of Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
Episode: 225: Detroit Beyond the Comeback with Kevin Johnson
Janae Stark
Executive Director and Tribal Liaison for Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB)
CERB, Washington State
Episode: 224: Building Trust Before Building Buildings with Janae Stark

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Dane Carlson
Host of the Econ Dev Show Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Required binging for anyone interested in state and local econ dev

    This is a podcast I am intentional about keeping up on, and it’s worth every minute. There’s really no better place to hear from colleagues in the field how they are innovating in the profession, and that’s all this profession is so we have to keep up with each other!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LMGale
    United States2 years ago
  • Staple source

    Good, comprehensive view of the field of economic development provided over time. Would be interested to hear more about the beneficiaries of the services rather than the providers, the impacts of long term successes, etc.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sjddkd
    United States3 years ago
  • Always great content!

    Dane does such a good job guiding the conversation and pulling key information out of every interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hey! It’s Ben McDaniel
    United States3 years ago
  • A great view into Economic Development

    This podcast has changed the way I look at economic development, as I get to hear from Econ Devs all across the country. I honestly had no idea what my mother did in her career but now I have a better idea on what it is that my parents try to persuade me to become. It should be noted that I listen to this podcast at 2x speed. So ymmv. Four stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    turtleweed
    United States5 years ago

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Positive feedback highlights practical takeaways and strong hosting by Dane
Listeners note broad ED coverage and helpful case studies
Audience appreciates depth of guest expertise and actionable insights in site selection and incentives

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232: Stop Marketing Your Community Like Everywhere Else with Bethany Quinn
Q: Tell me about a client where changing the positioning or the story made a meaningful difference.
Bethany describes Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, where reframing the narrative from a generic small-town image to a city identity shifted perceptions and attracted both residents and businesses, illustrating how targeted positioning can unlock growth.
231: Speed Wins in Economic Development with Mike Swesey
Q: What role does speed play in modern economic development and how do you stay ready for opportunities?
Speed is critical; being responsive with complete, accurate information, a ready website, and a network of testimonials helps you stay competitive and win deals.
231: Speed Wins in Economic Development with Mike Swesey
Q: Tell me about the mission of the St. Petersburg Area EDC and how it has evolved as the city grew.
The organization aims to educate business decision-makers and site selectors on St. Pete as a viable business location, expanding awareness beyond Tampa and becoming a tool for targeted outreach to CEOs and markets that matter.
228: Capital Is Not the Bottleneck with Liz Maxwell
Q: You guys recently had the Third Coast Venture Summit. Tell me about that.
The guest describes the summit as an annual gulf-wide showcase connecting founders with national investors, designed to attract capital to the region by highlighting its startups and industry assets, with a favorable investor-founders ratio.
228: Capital Is Not the Bottleneck with Liz Maxwell
Q: Let's talk about metrics, right? How do you track success in an ecosystem where capital travels widely?
The episode explains the focus on revenue, capital, and jobs as core outputs, complemented by impact metrics like the number of entrepreneurs served and the leverage of public dollars into private capital, to demonstrate tangible economic impact.

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A practical, practitioner-focused show exploring strategies that accelerate local economic development, site selection, and regional growth. Episodes center on leadership lessons, fast-moving deal-making, public-private partnerships, and the human side of ED—from incentives and data centers to workforce pipelines and placemaking. Noteworthy is the emphasis on speed to market, relationship-building, and collaborative ecosystems across cities and regions, with guests ranging from ED directors and site selectors to nonprofit and private-sector leaders. For potential listeners, expect actionable playbooks, real-world case studies, and a clear tilt toward how communities attract investment while balancing equity and sustainability.

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1. Bethany Quinn
2. Mike Swesey
3. Andrew Sloss
4. Lavera Alexander
5. Liz Maxwell
6. Melissa James
7. Damian Denmark
8. Kevin Johnson

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