City of Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Asked what he wants people to know about the city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Bob Mundt, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sioux Falls Development Foundation (SFDF), is quick to reply....
Covington County Economic Development Commission
Long before becoming president and CEO of the Covington County Economic Development Commission (CCEDC), Rick Clifton dedicated much of his career to the legal profession. Introducing himself, tongue...
City of Blaine, Minnesota
The City of Blaine, Minnesota is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in the Twin Cities, and for good reason. It’s a destination of choice for sports and entertainment, and a great place to call...
The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County
For over a century, the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC) has operated out of the borough of State College, Pennsylvania. The organization acts as both the chamber of...
City of Yorkton, Saskatchewan
Yorkton, located in the agriculturally rich aspen parkland of east-central Saskatchewan, is the province’s sixth-largest city. It boasts direct access to markets through Yellowhead Highway #16,...
Minerva Dairy
Minerva Dairy is not just a business; it is a legacy, a testament to over a century of hard work, innovation, and community commitment. Founded in 1894 by Max P. Radloff in Hustisford, Wisconsin,...
Collective Arts
Collective Arts is a Hamilton, Ontario-based beverage company that does a lot more than just make and sell drinks. While the company’s product lineup includes craft beer, cider, spirits,...
Harford County, Maryland
Home to an internationally renowned research facility as well as miles of scenic waterfront, vast stretches of preserved green space, and a historic maritime village, Harford County, Maryland is a...
The Shires of Southwestern Vermont
The breathtaking Shires of Southwestern Vermont in the northeastern United States have been working hard at creating tremendous transformation across the region. From its workforce to its...
Go Goshen
In just a few short years, the organization formerly known as the Goshen County Economic Development Corp in Wyoming has undergone considerable change, and has made it through some hard times to...
Town of Drumheller, Alberta
The Mayor of the town of Drumheller, Alberta, Heather Colberg is truly invested in the betterment of her community. Nearing the end of her second term, Mayor Colberg reflects less on her...
Town of Erie, Colorado
The town of Erie, Colorado has embarked on an ambitious journey to create a vibrant and inclusive community that delivers exceptional public service. Through a strategic focus on its vision,...
City of Upland, California
A resident of Upland since childhood, Bill Velto has played an active part in the evolution of this California city over the years. Long before becoming Mayor the first time—and running unopposed,...
Newaygo County, Michigan
Over half of Newaygo County, Michigan lies within the beautiful Huron-Manistee National Forest. Nestled amongst hundreds of natural lakes and 350 miles of rivers and streams, the county of 53,000...
City of Wahpeton, North Dakota
Wahpeton is a small city in North Dakota with big ambitions. Wahpeton (pronounced “Waa-pet-on”) is determined to attract new residents and businesses alike with its safe neighborhoods, good schools,...
City of Elk Point, South Dakota
Located on Interstate I-90, Elk Point is a small gem of a town in South Dakota between Sioux City and Sioux Falls. Home to more than Mount Rushmore and stunning natural landscapes, South Dakota’s...
City of Sisseton, South Dakota
The arts are essential to vital, thriving communities, and one of the best examples just might be the City of Sisseton, South Dakota. When Nick Blaske and his wife, Alexis Monroe, moved to this...
City of Estevan, Saskatchewan
The City of Estevan, once Saskatchewan’s best kept secret, is a secret no more. Private investors and the North American green energy community are discovering the innovative developments in clean...
Weyburn Regional Economic Development (WRED)
Promoting and supporting prosperity, business, and sustainable growth, Weyburn Regional Economic Development (WRED) of southeast Saskatchewan works hand in hand with the City of Weyburn and the...
City of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
The City of Moose Jaw is many things, but boring isn’t one of them. Known for years as the “Friendly City,” this home to over 35,000 became “Canada’s Most Notorious City” in 2020, a nod to the...
City of West Fargo, North Dakota
Boasting a friendly, small-town atmosphere along with the advantages of a larger urban area, West Fargo is one of the fastest growing communities in North Dakota. “It's a small-town feel with...
Brosz Engineering
Brosz Engineering, under the leadership of President and CEO Gary Brennan, has established itself as a trusted partner for small communities and political subdivisions across the Dakotas and beyond....
Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce/BristolWORKS!
Without question, the pandemic introduced its fair share of challenges, but one region, led by the efforts of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce, turned these challenges into an...
DeKalb County Economic Development Authority
DeKalb County is growing fast. Nestled in the hills and valleys of northeast Alabama, the rural community offers industries a wealth of opportunities, while residents enjoy the advantages of...
Bulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation
For Paula Stakes, economic development is all about balance. As the Executive Director of the Bulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation (BSBEDF), Stakes brings a wealth of experience to...
Malheur County, Oregon
There is much to appreciate about Malheur County, including its commitment to supporting regional businesses and industries and providing the best possible quality of life and livability for its...
Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation
The Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation (AREDF) is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in rural communities through business development, recruitment, expansion, and retention....
City of Thompson, Manitoba
What sort of a city could rise to the occasion and host over 1,500 athletes at short notice for its province’s official Winter Games, when the presumed host city, which had made a successful bid,...
City of Navasota, Texas
In east central Texas in Grimes County, the historic city of Navasota has a well-earned reputation as a hub for entertainment, the arts, music, and more. Founded by railroad workers in 1854 and...
Chippewa Economic Development Corporation
The only full-time, professionally staffed economic development organization dedicated to promoting talent and capital investment in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, the Chippewa Economic Development...
Divert NS
With a mission to improve the environment, economy, and quality of life, Divert NS has been working with Nova Scotians to reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover resources since 1996. Headquartered in...
City of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
The City of Prince Albert is a vibrant community of 36,000 residents located in the heartland of northern Saskatchewan. While the area is already home to a wide range of amenities as well as...
City of Belleville, Illinois
As the state’s largest city south of Springfield, Belleville boasts the tagline ‘Capital of Southern Illinois.’ The community of 41,000 enjoys the charm of a small town with the advantages of a...
A Plan for Alberta’s Agriculture
Agriculture is both an economic driver and a social determinant of well-being, as it employs many people while also providing the food supply healthy communities depend on. With one of the world’s...
City of Mont Belvieu, Texas
There is much more to Mont Belvieu, Texas, than first meets the eye. This high-amenity, quality lifestyle enclave just north of Interstate 10 in Chambers County is fast becoming a popular and safe...
Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario
Set amidst abundant greenery and the rolling hills of a glacial moraine, Whitchurch-Stouffville offers a peaceful escape from hectic urban life while beckoning visitors with a unique blend of...
City of Pittsburg, California
For Jordan Davis, few things are as gratifying as seeing a community come together and share the same vision. Director of Community and Economic Development for the City of Pittsburg, California,...
Tuscaloosa County
Home to the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa has always been a major destination for college football fans. Now, in addition to this longstanding claim to fame, the community has earned a place on...
Sauk County Development Corporation
Sauk County, Wisconsin is a place where small-town charm and the beauty of nature and the outdoors meet to offer a character and way of life that’s a huge draw to residents and tourists alike. Home...
City of Auburn, Alabama
According to local legend, the name for the City of Auburn, Alabama comes from the opening line, “Sweet Auburn, the loveliest village of the plain,” in Oliver Goldsmith’s poem, The Deserted Village....
North Cape Coastal Drive
When Mi’kmaq people greet a visitor with “Pjila’si,” they’re not only saying “Welcome,” they’re saying, “Come in and sit down!” That’s because they truly want to invite non-Indigenous people into...
Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA)
Discussing the many advantages of living and working in Saskatoon, Erin Lawson says that for her, just one reason is the “three-song commute”—the length of time it takes to get just about anywhere...
City of San Luis, Arizona
The City of San Luis, Arizona, on the U.S.-Mexican border, is poised to become a key player in regional commerce and development, capitalizing on its unique position to build a dynamic economy that...
Town of Windsor, Colorado
Windsor, Colorado is a community with abundant natural assets and a warm, welcoming, hometown feel. It is a safe and friendly community that provides its residents with a vibrant quality of life its...
Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario
Set amidst abundant greenery and the rolling hills of a glacial moraine, Whitchurch-Stouffville offers a peaceful escape from hectic urban life while beckoning visitors with a unique blend of...
GreenStep
When Angela Nagy was 18, she was hired to coordinate grants to build an interpretive greenway trail along Mission Creek in Kelowna, British Columbia, about four and a half hours northeast of...
City of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Across the country, small but growing communities are working hard to invest in local infrastructure to sustain the growth that is taking place. This is particularly true of the city of Sun Prairie,...
Cayuga County
Surrounded by nature and recreational activities, built on a rich history, and overflowing with a wealth of business opportunities, Cayuga County has it all. Nestled between Rochester to the west...
Buying Behaviours in a Changed World
Along with health and safety procedures, vaccine awareness, supply chain issues, and travel advisories, the COVID pandemic has also affected more basic practices, including how consumers are...
Red Deer Regional Airport
The Red Deer Regional Airport, just 10 minutes south of the City of Red Deer, Alberta (population 110,000), is ideally placed; located centrally in the economic corridor between Alberta’s major...