{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"The Leading Ladies of Economic Development","home_page_url":"https://www.llofed.com","feed_url":"https://www.llofed.com/json","description":"This podcast is a safe place for female economic development professionals to share stories, insights, and challenges of the economic development industry. We hear from women leaders across the country about their careers in ED and how you can apply their experiences to your own economic development career goals.","_fireside":{"subtitle":"These are the women leading economic development across the US. ","pubdate":"2026-06-05T04:00:00.000-04:00","explicit":false,"copyright":"2026 by Kaycee Bunch","owner":"Kaycee Bunch","image":"https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/b/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/cover.jpg?v=1"},"items":[{"id":"a2b46ba1-7ef4-472c-b00c-e85e13930150","title":"Amplifying Gender Equity: A Visionary Path Forward│Gretchen Hunt","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode8-gretchen-hunt","content_text":"In this episode of Leading Ladies of Economic Development, Kaycee sits down with Gretchen Hunt, Director of the Office for Women for the City of Louisville, Kentucky. As a lawyer, advocate, and lifelong champion for gender equity, Gretchen has spent more than two decades improving outcomes for women, families, and communities across Kentucky.\n\nFrom advancing workplace policies and leadership development programs to reimagining public spaces through the lens of safety and inclusion, Gretchen shares how Louisville is taking a practical approach to creating a more equitable city. She also discusses the hidden impact of caregiving responsibilities, the importance of supporting women's economic participation, and why meaningful change starts with addressing systems—not just individuals.\n\nAlong the way, Gretchen offers powerful insights on leadership, wellbeing, and finding balance in a world that often asks women to carry more than their share.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nWhy women are frequently the first to feel the effects of challenges related to housing affordability, childcare access, healthcare, and workforce participation. \nChildcare, eldercare, and support for people with disabilities are essential systems that enable individuals to participate fully in the workforce and community life. \nPolicies that promote safety, flexibility, parental leave, and leadership opportunities don't just benefit women—they create healthier workplaces and stronger communities for everyone. \nThe concept of an \"opposite world\"—activities that allow us to disconnect from work and reconnect with ourselves. She shares why making time for personal restoration isn't a luxury but a necessity for long-term effectiveness and wellbeing. \n\n\n\nQuotable: “Women really are the barometer of whether an economy is working or whether a city is working. If women are struggling with housing, childcare, safety, and economic opportunity, those are community issues. They're just being felt most acutely by women.\"\n\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Gretchen Hunt on LinkedIn\nOffice for Women | LouisvilleKY.gov \nCity Hub and Network for Gender Equity \nWD2026 – Women Deliver \nBogotá Care Blocks - Observatory of Public Sector Innovation \nCare Blocks: recognized by the OECD as a global example of social innovation | Bogota.gov.co \nParks Alliance of Louisville \nLOUMED \u0026amp; Office for Women Night Walk \nHome | Equimundo \nWhat happens when a city takes women’s unpaid work seriously? | Vox \nDesigning Safety, Building Belonging Special Guest: Gretchen Hunt.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of Leading Ladies of Economic Development, Kaycee sits down with Gretchen Hunt, Director of the Office for Women for the City of Louisville, Kentucky. As a lawyer, advocate, and lifelong champion for gender equity, Gretchen has spent more than two decades improving outcomes for women, families, and communities across Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom advancing workplace policies and leadership development programs to reimagining public spaces through the lens of safety and inclusion, Gretchen shares how Louisville is taking a practical approach to creating a more equitable city. She also discusses the hidden impact of caregiving responsibilities, the importance of supporting women's economic participation, and why meaningful change starts with addressing systems—not just individuals.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, Gretchen offers powerful insights on leadership, wellbeing, and finding balance in a world that often asks women to carry more than their share.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy women are frequently the first to feel the effects of challenges related to housing affordability, childcare access, healthcare, and workforce participation. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildcare, eldercare, and support for people with disabilities are essential systems that enable individuals to participate fully in the workforce and community life. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolicies that promote safety, flexibility, parental leave, and leadership opportunities don't just benefit women—they create healthier workplaces and stronger communities for everyone. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe concept of an \"opposite world\"—activities that allow us to disconnect from work and reconnect with ourselves. She shares why making time for personal restoration isn't a luxury but a necessity for long-term effectiveness and wellbeing. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “Women really are the barometer of whether an economy is working or whether a city is working. If women are struggling with housing, childcare, safety, and economic opportunity, those are community issues. They're just being felt most acutely by women.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-hunt-7b792891/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Gretchen Hunt on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-women\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eOffice for Women | LouisvilleKY.gov\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.citieschange.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCity Hub and Network for Gender Equity\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://womendeliver.org/wd2026/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eWD2026 – Women Deliver \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://oecd-opsi.org/innovations/bogota-care-blocks/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBogotá Care Blocks - Observatory of Public Sector Innovation\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://bogota.gov.co/en/international/care-blocks-recognized-oecd-example-social-innovation\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCare Blocks: recognized by the OECD as a global example of social innovation | Bogota.gov.co\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.parksalliancelou.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eParks Alliance of Louisville \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/m15rrueg09ojb37/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eLOUMED \u0026amp; Office for Women Night Walk\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.equimundo.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eHome | Equimundo\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.vox.com/policy/469634/care-blocks-child-care-women-caregiving-elder-care-families\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eWhat happens when a city takes women’s unpaid work seriously? | Vox\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.citieschange.org/resources/designing-safety-building-belonging-addressing-gender-based-violence-in-urban-spaces/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eDesigning Safety, Building Belonging\u003c/a\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Gretchen Hunt.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-06-05T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/a2b46ba1-7ef4-472c-b00c-e85e13930150.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36357103,"duration_in_seconds":2272}]},{"id":"fa2bedb7-55bc-4f4a-a901-3c663723e4a9","title":"Building Trust and Transformation in Greater Freeport, Illinois │Andrea Schultz Winter \u0026 Nicole Haas","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode7-andreaschultzwinter-nicolehaas","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development, Kaycee talks with leaders Andrea Schultz Winter \u0026amp; Nicole Haas from the Greater Freeport Partnership to explore how collaboration, communication, and community-driven strategy are reshaping regional economic development in northwest Illinois. \n\nAndrea Schultz and Nicole Haas share how their unexpected career paths led them into the field and ultimately back to the region, where they now help guide a merged organization that brings together economic development, tourism, Main Street, and chamber functions under one collaborative model. They reflect on the evolution of the organization since its formation in 2018, including the challenges of aligning four legacy entities, building trust with members, and establishing a unified vision during a period that included both organizational transition and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nA deep dive into the merged organizational model combining economic development, tourism, Main Street, and chamber functions—and how trust and communication drive it.\nStrategies for talent attraction and retention, including “come home” campaigns, employer-driven workforce personas, and partnerships addressing childcare and housing.\nDowntown revitalization efforts like the Recast City cohort and Downtown Unlocked initiative focused on activating underused spaces and supporting small-scale manufacturing and housing.\n\n\nQuotable: “Change is built at the speed of trust.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Andrea Schultz Winter on LinkedIn\nConnect with Nicole Haas on LinkedIn\nGreater Freeport Partnership Website\nCome Home Campaign - Greater Freeport Partnership \nFreeport Selected to Participate in National Program for Downtown Revitalization and Economic Resilience - Greater Freeport Partnership Special Guests: Andrea Schultz Winter and Nicole Hass.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development, Kaycee talks with leaders Andrea Schultz Winter \u0026amp; Nicole Haas from the Greater Freeport Partnership to explore how collaboration, communication, and community-driven strategy are reshaping regional economic development in northwest Illinois. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrea Schultz and Nicole Haas share how their unexpected career paths led them into the field and ultimately back to the region, where they now help guide a merged organization that brings together economic development, tourism, Main Street, and chamber functions under one collaborative model. They reflect on the evolution of the organization since its formation in 2018, including the challenges of aligning four legacy entities, building trust with members, and establishing a unified vision during a period that included both organizational transition and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA deep dive into the merged organizational model combining economic development, tourism, Main Street, and chamber functions—and how trust and communication drive it.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for talent attraction and retention, including “come home” campaigns, employer-driven workforce personas, and partnerships addressing childcare and housing.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDowntown revitalization efforts like the Recast City cohort and Downtown Unlocked initiative focused on activating underused spaces and supporting small-scale manufacturing and housing.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “Change is built at the speed of trust.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-schultz-winter-8438a84/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Andrea Schultz Winter on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolehaas/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Nicole Haas on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://greaterfreeport.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eGreater Freeport Partnership Website\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://greaterfreeport.com/live/come-home/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCome Home Campaign - Greater Freeport Partnership \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://greaterfreeport.com/2026/02/freeport-selected-to-participate-in-national-program-for-downtown-revitalization-and-economic-resilience/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eFreeport Selected to Participate in National Program for Downtown Revitalization and Economic Resilience - Greater Freeport Partnership\u003c/a\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Andrea Schultz Winter and Nicole Hass.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-05-22T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/fa2bedb7-55bc-4f4a-a901-3c663723e4a9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":44916491,"duration_in_seconds":2807}]},{"id":"d2e213be-b7ea-402f-adeb-3b4c14b9d5e5","title":"You Can’t Censor Experience: Leading Community Change from the Ground Up │Kathleen J. Guillaume-Delemar","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode6-kathleen-j-guillaume-delemar","content_text":"In this powerful episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, Kaycee sits down with Kathleen (Kat) J. Guillaume-Delemar, President and CEO of the Center for Community Progress. Kat shares her deeply personal journey—from growing up in under-resourced communities in Brooklyn during the crack epidemic to leading a national organization focused on equitable property revitalization. She challenges conventional ideas about “blight,” economic development, and community engagement, emphasizing that lasting change must be community-led, policy-driven, and rooted in lived experience.\n\nThrough candid storytelling and practical examples, Kat explains how communities can reclaim vacant and abandoned properties without displacement—and why listening to community “whispers” is the key to sustainable revitalization.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nLived experience should shape leadership and solutions. Kat emphasizes that real, lasting change comes from leaders who understand the systems firsthand, not just in theory.\nCommunities must be true partners, not afterthoughts. Effective revitalization starts with residents, not after decisions are made. Listening early leads to sustainable outcomes.\nFixing systems matters more than fixing properties. The Center for Community Progress focuses on policy, education, and tools that address the root causes of vacancy and disinvestment.\nRevitalization can happen without displacement. When done right, community-led strategies can increase stability, homeownership, and quality of life—without fueling gentrification.\n\n\nQuotable: “You can censor words—but you can’t censor lived experience.”\n\nLink to register for the 2026 reclaiming vacant properties conference: 2026 Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference | Center for Community Progress \n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Kat J. Guillaume-Delemar on on LinkedIn\nCenter for Community Progress\nResources for Community Development Leaders \u0026amp; Professionals | Center for Community Progress \nNational Land Bank Network | Center for Community Progress \nCreating Homeownership Opportunities in Newark through Housing Choice Vouchers | Center for Community Progress \nFrom Harm to Home | Center for Community Progress \nChatham Savannah Land Bank Authority | Savannah, GA\nBenzie County, MI \nDetriot Land Bank Authority\nDetroit Landy Bank Authority Rehabbed \u0026amp; Ready Program\nCounty of Saginaw, MI - Land Bank  \nPublications | Center for Community Progress Special Guest: Kathleen (Kat) J. Guillaume-Delemar.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this powerful episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, Kaycee sits down with Kathleen (Kat) J. Guillaume-Delemar, President and CEO of the Center for Community Progress. Kat shares her deeply personal journey—from growing up in under-resourced communities in Brooklyn during the crack epidemic to leading a national organization focused on equitable property revitalization. She challenges conventional ideas about “blight,” economic development, and community engagement, emphasizing that lasting change must be community-led, policy-driven, and rooted in lived experience.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough candid storytelling and practical examples, Kat explains how communities can reclaim vacant and abandoned properties without displacement—and why listening to community “whispers” is the key to sustainable revitalization.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLived experience should shape leadership and solutions. Kat emphasizes that real, lasting change comes from leaders who understand the systems firsthand, not just in theory.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunities must be true partners, not afterthoughts. Effective revitalization starts with residents, not after decisions are made. Listening early leads to sustainable outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixing systems matters more than fixing properties. The Center for Community Progress focuses on policy, education, and tools that address the root causes of vacancy and disinvestment.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevitalization can happen without displacement. When done right, community-led strategies can increase stability, homeownership, and quality of life—without fueling gentrification.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “You can censor words—but you can’t censor lived experience.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLink to register for the 2026 reclaiming vacant properties conference:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/rvp26/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e2026 Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference | Center for Community Progress \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-guillaume-delemar/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Kat J. Guillaume-Delemar on on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCenter for Community Progress\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/services/leadership-education/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eResources for Community Development Leaders \u0026amp; Professionals | Center for Community Progress \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/nlbn/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNational Land Bank Network | Center for Community Progress\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/publications/new-jersey-hcv-homeownership/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCreating Homeownership Opportunities in Newark through Housing Choice Vouchers | Center for Community Progress \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/blog/from-harm-to-home-replicating-detroits-make-it-home-program/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eFrom Harm to Home | Center for Community Progress \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.savannahga.gov/485/Land-Bank-Authority\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eChatham Savannah Land Bank Authority | Savannah, GA\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.benzieco.gov/government/land_bank_authority.php\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBenzie County, MI \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://buildingdetroit.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eDetriot Land Bank Authority\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://buildingdetroit.org/rehabbed-ready\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eDetroit Landy Bank Authority Rehabbed \u0026amp; Ready Program\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.saginawcountymi.gov/departments/treasurer/land-bank/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCounty of Saginaw, MI - Land Bank  \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://communityprogress.org/publications/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ePublications | Center for Community Progress \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Kathleen (Kat) J. Guillaume-Delemar.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-05-01T04:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/d2e213be-b7ea-402f-adeb-3b4c14b9d5e5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":51881792,"duration_in_seconds":3242}]},{"id":"96841d67-687b-42dd-8190-e593c8982bf8","title":"Building Belonging: How Authentic Storytelling Drives Talent Attraction │Monica Hershberger","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode5-monica-hershberger","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, host Kaycee sits down with Monica Hershberger, Chief Strategy Officer at RoleCall, to explore how communities can attract talent by embracing what makes them truly unique.\nMonica shares her journey into community building and how her experiences shaped her passion for helping places foster a sense of belonging. She breaks down how Roll Call partners with cities and regions to uncover authentic stories, develop strategic messaging, and build meaningful connections with potential residents.\nFrom the importance of listening and community engagement to the challenges of aligning stakeholders, this conversation dives deep into what it truly takes to build a successful talent-attraction strategy. Monica also highlights real-world examples—from Buffalo to small-town Illinois—showing how communities of any size can make a big impact.\nThis episode offers practical insights and a fresh perspective on attracting and retaining talent in today’s competitive landscape.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nHow communities can attract the right talent by embracing their authentic stories and unique culture.\nThe step-by-step process RoleCall uses to listen, engage, and create meaningful connections between residents, employers, and newcomers.\nChallenges and best practices for aligning stakeholders, building networks, and creating a sense of belonging in communities of all sizes.\nReal-world examples from Buffalo, Freeport, and beyond showing how small and large communities alike can make a big impact.\nThe role of honesty, aspiration, and local quirks in effective talent attraction and community marketing.\n\n\nQuotable: “ The more you invite people into creating your community’s vision, the more you’ll build relationships that actually bring the right people home. Talent attraction isn’t just strategy—it’s human.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Monica Hershberger on LinkedIn\n\nConnect with RoleCall on LinkedIn\n\nRoleCall Talent Attraction Summit Registration Link\n\nHandel’s Ice Cream\n\nEcosystems aren’t the answer — Civic Collaboration Consultants, LLC\n\nFrom Comeback City to Talent Magnet: What Buffalo Can Teach Us About Talent Attraction\n\nOpening Doors: Inside Freeport’s Downtown Unlocked Vision Tour (and how you can host your own!)Special Guest: Monica Hershberger.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, host Kaycee sits down with Monica Hershberger, Chief Strategy Officer at RoleCall, to explore how communities can attract talent by embracing what makes them truly unique.\u003cbr\u003e\nMonica shares her journey into community building and how her experiences shaped her passion for helping places foster a sense of belonging. She breaks down how Roll Call partners with cities and regions to uncover authentic stories, develop strategic messaging, and build meaningful connections with potential residents.\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom the importance of listening and community engagement to the challenges of aligning stakeholders, this conversation dives deep into what it truly takes to build a successful talent-attraction strategy. Monica also highlights real-world examples—from Buffalo to small-town Illinois—showing how communities of any size can make a big impact.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis episode offers practical insights and a fresh perspective on attracting and retaining talent in today’s competitive landscape.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow communities can attract the right talent by embracing their authentic stories and unique culture.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe step-by-step process RoleCall uses to listen, engage, and create meaningful connections between residents, employers, and newcomers.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChallenges and best practices for aligning stakeholders, building networks, and creating a sense of belonging in communities of all sizes.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-world examples from Buffalo, Freeport, and beyond showing how small and large communities alike can make a big impact.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of honesty, aspiration, and local quirks in effective talent attraction and community marketing.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “ The more you invite people into creating your community’s vision, the more you’ll build relationships that actually bring the right people home. Talent attraction isn’t just strategy—it’s human.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-small-hershberger/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Monica Hershberger on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/rolecalldotpro/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with RoleCall on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.rolecall.pro/summit\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eRoleCall Talent Attraction Summit Registration Link\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://handelsicecream.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eHandel’s Ice Cream\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.civiccollab.com/blog/ecosystems-arent-the-answer\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eEcosystems aren’t the answer — Civic Collaboration Consultants, LLC\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.rolecall.pro/blog/nov-2025\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eFrom Comeback City to Talent Magnet: What Buffalo Can Teach Us About Talent Attraction\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.rolecall.pro/blog/news/opening-doors-inside-freeports-downtown-unlocked-vision-tour-and-how-you-can-host-your-own\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eOpening Doors: Inside Freeport’s Downtown Unlocked Vision Tour (and how you can host your own!)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Monica Hershberger.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-04-17T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/96841d67-687b-42dd-8190-e593c8982bf8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26315221,"duration_in_seconds":1644}]},{"id":"8bf4b39b-4734-49b5-a6c9-6499a18960b9","title":"Weaving Culture: The Power of Arts in Economic Growth│Rachael Parker","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode4-rachael-parker","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, we welcome Rachael Parker, ArtsWave director for Northern Kentucky creative placemaking, to discuss how arts and culture strengthen communities and drive economic development. Parker shares her background as a fiber artist, arts educator, and nonprofit leader, and explains ArtsWave’s nearly 100-year legacy as the nation’s first and largest arts fund, which has granted over $350 million and recently awarded 165 grants to 150+ organizations. \n\nShe defines creative placemaking as cross-sector, community-driven work that integrates arts, culture, and design to advance equitable economic, physical, and social change, and challenges the misconception that arts lack impact, citing a $1.6 BILLION regional arts impact and a $42 return per $1 ArtsWave investment. \n\nRachael highlights some examples including Northern Kentucky placemaking grants, Newport’s historic mural ordinance and Orchard Street Project, and arts integration in Covington’s CCR redevelopment and Florence’s planned sculpture park (check out the resources and links below).\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nRachel Parker’s journey—from fiber artist and educator to nonprofit leader—highlights how creative careers can evolve into community-shaping roles that bridge art, strategy, and regional development.\nHow creative placemaking blends arts, culture, and community collaboration to spark equitable economic and social change, transforming projects like Newport murals, Covington redevelopment, and Florence’s future sculpture park.\nWith nearly a century of impact, how ArtsWave has invested over $350M into the region—supporting 150+ organizations and demonstrating how the arts strengthen identity, community, and local development.\n\n\n*Quotable: * “ It is certainly not fluff. It is of vital importance to the success of our communities that we have a creative economy.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Rachael Parker on LinkedIn\n\nEngineering a creative renaissance in Northern Kentucky\n\nNew grant program is fueling the arts and boosting economic development in Northern Kentucky\n\nArtsWave, meetNKY award $58K for creative placemaking projects\n\nLocal arts organization announces artist-in-residence program\n\nCity of Covington Launches New Interactive Project Showcasing 100+ Public Art Installations\n\nNew Covington mural depicts city’s history and future\n\nWindow on the World\n\nJosephine Sculpture Park\n\nArtsWave Boardway Bound Training ProgramSpecial Guest: Rachael Parker.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, we welcome Rachael Parker, ArtsWave director for Northern Kentucky creative placemaking, to discuss how arts and culture strengthen communities and drive economic development. Parker shares her background as a fiber artist, arts educator, and nonprofit leader, and explains ArtsWave’s nearly 100-year legacy as the nation’s first and largest arts fund, which has granted over $350 million and recently awarded 165 grants to 150+ organizations. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe defines creative placemaking as cross-sector, community-driven work that integrates arts, culture, and design to advance equitable economic, physical, and social change, and challenges the misconception that arts lack impact, citing a $1.6 BILLION regional arts impact and a $42 return per $1 ArtsWave investment. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRachael highlights some examples including Northern Kentucky placemaking grants, Newport’s historic mural ordinance and Orchard Street Project, and arts integration in Covington’s CCR redevelopment and Florence’s planned sculpture park (check out the resources and links below).\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRachel Parker’s journey—from fiber artist and educator to nonprofit leader—highlights how creative careers can evolve into community-shaping roles that bridge art, strategy, and regional development.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow creative placemaking blends arts, culture, and community collaboration to spark equitable economic and social change, transforming projects like Newport murals, Covington redevelopment, and Florence’s future sculpture park.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith nearly a century of impact, how ArtsWave has invested over $350M into the region—supporting 150+ organizations and demonstrating how the arts strengthen identity, community, and local development.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003eQuotable: *\u003c/em\u003e “ It is certainly not fluff. It is of vital importance to the success of our communities that we have a creative economy.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-parker-a7028368/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Rachael Parker on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2025/03/18/engineering-creative-renaissance-northern-kentucky.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eEngineering a creative renaissance in Northern Kentucky\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.bizjournals.com/bizjournals/news/2025/09/30/artswave-initiative-elevates-art-northern-kentucky.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNew grant program is fueling the arts and boosting economic development in Northern Kentucky\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://moversmakers.org/2025/05/20/artswave-meetnky-award-58k-for-creative-placemaking-projects/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eArtsWave, meetNKY award $58K for creative placemaking projects\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.citybeat.com/arts/local-arts-organization-announces-artist-in-residence-program/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eLocal arts organization announces artist-in-residence program\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.covingtonky.gov/news/2026/01/27/city-of-covington-launches-new-interactive-project-showcasing-100-public-art-installations\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCity of Covington Launches New Interactive Project Showcasing 100+ Public Art Installations\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.citybeat.com/arts/new-covington-mural-depicts-citys-history-and-future/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNew Covington mural depicts city’s history and future\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.cincypeople.com/culture-blog/2025/9/23/window-on-the-world#google_vignette\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eWindow on the World\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.josephinesculpturepark.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eJosephine Sculpture Park\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://artswave.org/get-involved/boardway-bound-training-program/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eArtsWave Boardway Bound Training Program\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rachael Parker.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-04-03T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/8bf4b39b-4734-49b5-a6c9-6499a18960b9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28285894,"duration_in_seconds":1767}]},{"id":"85c595ae-076c-470c-8dd7-1133213883ac","title":"Building a “Smart Place”: Systems Thinking, Workforce Insights, and Quality of Life in Huntsville │ Lucia Cape","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode3-lucia-cape","content_text":"Lucia Cape, Senior Vice President of Economic Development and Workforce for the Huntsville Madison County Chamber, joins host Kaycee Bunch to discuss her nearly 20-year journey from workforce leadership into overseeing business recruitment and retention across Huntsville and Madison County. In this episode, Lucia shares how Huntsville’s “Smart Place” talent campaign, data-driven third-party analysis, and systems mapping approach have supported rapid growth and diversification across industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and pharmaceutical manufacturing—including the recent announcement of an Eli Lilly facility. She explains how Huntsville connects workforce development from early childhood through retiree engagement, why emotional intelligence and adaptability are increasingly critical alongside STEM skills, and how quality-of-life investments—like outdoor recreation, arts, downtown livability, dog parks, and food trucks—help attract and retain talent. Lucia also emphasizes community partnership, continuous improvement, measuring the broader impact of economic development wins, and leadership lessons focused on building a community that future generations want to return to. \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe “Smart Place” strategy and how Huntsville uses data and third-party analysis to support growth and talent attraction.\nWhy systems thinking and workforce mapping help prioritize long-term education and talent pipeline investments.\nHow quality-of-life and cultural vibrancy have become essential tools for recruiting and retaining talent.\n\n\nQuotable: \n\n\n“   If everyone in the community approaches it as, ‘we're all in this together’, economic development is not an individual sport.”\u0026gt; \n\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Lucia Cape\nHome Page - ASmartPlace\nWelcome - Huntsville/Madison County Chamber\nACCE | HomeSpecial Guest: Lucia Cape.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eLucia Cape, Senior Vice President of Economic Development and Workforce for the Huntsville Madison County Chamber, joins host Kaycee Bunch to discuss her nearly 20-year journey from workforce leadership into overseeing business recruitment and retention across Huntsville and Madison County. In this episode, Lucia shares how Huntsville’s “Smart Place” talent campaign, data-driven third-party analysis, and systems mapping approach have supported rapid growth and diversification across industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and pharmaceutical manufacturing—including the recent announcement of an Eli Lilly facility. She explains how Huntsville connects workforce development from early childhood through retiree engagement, why emotional intelligence and adaptability are increasingly critical alongside STEM skills, and how quality-of-life investments—like outdoor recreation, arts, downtown livability, dog parks, and food trucks—help attract and retain talent. Lucia also emphasizes community partnership, continuous improvement, measuring the broader impact of economic development wins, and leadership lessons focused on building a community that future generations want to return to. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe “Smart Place” strategy and how Huntsville uses data and third-party analysis to support growth and talent attraction.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy systems thinking and workforce mapping help prioritize long-term education and talent pipeline investments.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow quality-of-life and cultural vibrancy have become essential tools for recruiting and retaining talent.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“   If everyone in the community approaches it as, ‘we're all in this together’, economic development is not an individual sport.”\u0026gt; \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/luciacape/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Lucia Cape\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://asmartplace.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eHome Page - ASmartPlace\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://hsvchamber.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eWelcome - Huntsville/Madison County Chamber\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.acce.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eACCE | Home\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Lucia Cape.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-03-06T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/85c595ae-076c-470c-8dd7-1133213883ac.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25958694,"duration_in_seconds":1622}]},{"id":"0fe769a7-7c88-4c33-92b6-8bce9e6dbc3a","title":"How Planning, Structure, and Collaboration Shape Economic Development Outcomes │Amalia Cunningham, AICP","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode2-amalia-cunningham","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, Kaycee interviews Amalia Cunningham, AICP, owner and principal of Amalia Cunningham Consulting. They discuss Amalia's extensive experience in economic development, spanning over 20 years in local government before starting her own consulting practice. The conversation covers key topics, including the integration of planning and economic development, effective resource allocation, and the challenges and solutions for developers and local government staff in fostering community growth. Key insights include the importance of understanding local regulations, the impact of organizational structure on economic development outcomes, and the need for collaboration among stakeholders.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe transition from public-sector leadership to private consulting. Amalia explains the key differences between working inside local government and advising from the outside, and how her background enables her to bridge gaps among policy, planning, and implementation.\nPractical guidance for developers and local stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of understanding municipal processes, zoning, and regulatory frameworks. \nOrganizational structures (restructures) and their impact on effectiveness. Amalia explains when restructuring economic development departments makes sense, what local governments should consider during the process, and how structure can either enable or hinder results.\n\n\nQuotable: “ No matter what side of the table you're sitting on, if you're an economic developer, if you're the private sector trying to do a project, I always try to approach my work and my practice assuming the best intentions from everyone else involved.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Amalia Cunningham on LinkedIn\nAmalia Cunningham Consulting\nNews and Views American Planning Association, \"Where Should Economic Development Live?\"Special Guest: Amalia Cunningham, AICP.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, Kaycee interviews Amalia Cunningham, AICP, owner and principal of Amalia Cunningham Consulting. They discuss Amalia's extensive experience in economic development, spanning over 20 years in local government before starting her own consulting practice. The conversation covers key topics, including the integration of planning and economic development, effective resource allocation, and the challenges and solutions for developers and local government staff in fostering community growth. Key insights include the importance of understanding local regulations, the impact of organizational structure on economic development outcomes, and the need for collaboration among stakeholders.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transition from public-sector leadership to private consulting. Amalia explains the key differences between working inside local government and advising from the outside, and how her background enables her to bridge gaps among policy, planning, and implementation.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical guidance for developers and local stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of understanding municipal processes, zoning, and regulatory frameworks. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganizational structures (restructures) and their impact on effectiveness. Amalia explains when restructuring economic development departments makes sense, what local governments should consider during the process, and how structure can either enable or hinder results.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “ No matter what side of the table you're sitting on, if you're an economic developer, if you're the private sector trying to do a project, I always try to approach my work and my practice assuming the best intentions from everyone else involved.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/amalia-cunningham/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Amalia Cunningham on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://amaliacunninghamconsulting.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eAmalia Cunningham Consulting\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://planning-org-uploaded-media.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/News_and_Views_Fall_2025.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNews and Views American Planning Association, \"Where Should Economic Development Live?\"\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Amalia Cunningham, AICP.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-02-06T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/0fe769a7-7c88-4c33-92b6-8bce9e6dbc3a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25590479,"duration_in_seconds":1599}]},{"id":"f4fbf08a-5bfe-4211-9239-cdc2bcf0a51b","title":"Balancing Community Growth and Preservation │Janet Carlson","url":"https://www.llofed.com/season3-episode1-janet-carlson","content_text":"In this Season 3 kick-off episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, Janet Carlson, CEO and Creative Director of the One Eleven Group. Janet discusses her career journey, the strategic move from New York to Cornwall, Connecticut, and her extensive community involvement in Cornwall. She sheds light on how the remote work revolution has impacted local economies and offers advice on maintaining a healthy work-life balance while leading a business. Janet also delves into the unique challenges and benefits of marketing a small town, and the importance of setting boundaries in public service roles. \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nCommunity marketing and branding insights, focusing on campaign strategies and the results they achieved.\nWhy embracing flexibility in the workplace has become essential.\nInsights on leadership and public service.\n\n\nQuotable: “  You can't control what people think about you. All you can control is your reaction. There are people who will love you. There are people who do not. Their business, not yours.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Janet Carlson on LinkedIn\nOne Eleven Group | It starts with a plan.\nTown of Cornwall, Connecticut Special Guest: Janet Carlson.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this Season 3 kick-off episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, Janet Carlson, CEO and Creative Director of the One Eleven Group. Janet discusses her career journey, the strategic move from New York to Cornwall, Connecticut, and her extensive community involvement in Cornwall. She sheds light on how the remote work revolution has impacted local economies and offers advice on maintaining a healthy work-life balance while leading a business. Janet also delves into the unique challenges and benefits of marketing a small town, and the importance of setting boundaries in public service roles. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity marketing and branding insights, focusing on campaign strategies and the results they achieved.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy embracing flexibility in the workplace has become essential.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights on leadership and public service.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “  You can't control what people think about you. All you can control is your reaction. There are people who will love you. There are people who do not. Their business, not yours.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetcarlson/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Janet Carlson on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://111-group.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eOne Eleven Group | It starts with a plan.\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://cornwallct.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eTown of Cornwall, Connecticut \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Janet Carlson.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2026-01-09T04:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/f4fbf08a-5bfe-4211-9239-cdc2bcf0a51b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35341880,"duration_in_seconds":2208}]},{"id":"988e52d3-d768-4c82-92f6-94816847799f","title":"Building Equity and Empowering Change in Workforce Development │Stephanie Bradley","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode24-stephaniebradley","content_text":"This episode of Leading Ladies of Economic Development features a heartfelt and empowering conversation with Stephanie Bradley, a respected workforce development expert and the visionary behind Platinum Bell Consulting. Stephanie shares her personal journey—one marked by resilience, reinvention, and a deep commitment to helping people access meaningful opportunity. She and host Kaycee Bunch explore the challenges faced by marginalized communities, the transformative role of DEI in workforce systems, and what it truly takes for organizations to support people at every level. Filled with personal stories, practical wisdom, and genuine inspiration, this conversation is a masterclass in people-first culture, courageous advocacy, and creating pathways for all to thrive.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nHow effective workforce development goes far beyond job placement—it reshapes communities. Stephanie discusses the power of providing people with the right tools, support, and opportunities, and shares real examples of how workforce programs can change the trajectory of individuals and families.\nComplex realities of leading within workforce systems. Stephanie outlines persistent barriers—including funding constraints, siloed partnerships, and evolving employer needs—while also highlighting emerging opportunities to modernize training, elevate collaboration, and build more responsive systems.\nA troubling contradiction: Black women attain higher levels of education at increasing rates, yet face disproportionately high unemployment and underemployment. Stephanie offers data-informed context and personal reflections on the structural and cultural factors contributing to this gap.\nStrategies for pushing past limiting beliefs, recognizing one’s own power, and navigating environments that may not initially feel welcoming or supportive.\n\n\nQuotable: “  Because when you get uncomfortable, it creates growth. It creates change, it creates a space for organizations and people to kind of hold a mirror up to themselves and say, what can I do differently?”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Stephanie Bell-Bradley on LinkedIn\nConnect with Platinum Bell Consulting, LLC on LinkedIn\nThe Paradox: Most Educated, Yet Facing Rising UnemploymentSpecial Guest: Stephanie Bradley.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis episode of Leading Ladies of Economic Development features a heartfelt and empowering conversation with Stephanie Bradley, a respected workforce development expert and the visionary behind Platinum Bell Consulting. Stephanie shares her personal journey—one marked by resilience, reinvention, and a deep commitment to helping people access meaningful opportunity. She and host Kaycee Bunch explore the challenges faced by marginalized communities, the transformative role of DEI in workforce systems, and what it truly takes for organizations to support people at every level. Filled with personal stories, practical wisdom, and genuine inspiration, this conversation is a masterclass in people-first culture, courageous advocacy, and creating pathways for all to thrive.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow effective workforce development goes far beyond job placement—it reshapes communities. Stephanie discusses the power of providing people with the right tools, support, and opportunities, and shares real examples of how workforce programs can change the trajectory of individuals and families.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex realities of leading within workforce systems. Stephanie outlines persistent barriers—including funding constraints, siloed partnerships, and evolving employer needs—while also highlighting emerging opportunities to modernize training, elevate collaboration, and build more responsive systems.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA troubling contradiction: Black women attain higher levels of education at increasing rates, yet face disproportionately high unemployment and underemployment. Stephanie offers data-informed context and personal reflections on the structural and cultural factors contributing to this gap.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for pushing past limiting beliefs, recognizing one’s own power, and navigating environments that may not initially feel welcoming or supportive.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “  Because when you get uncomfortable, it creates growth. It creates change, it creates a space for organizations and people to kind of hold a mirror up to themselves and say, what can I do differently?”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniedbellbradley/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Stephanie Bell-Bradley on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/platinum-bell-consulting-llc/posts/?feedView=all\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Platinum Bell Consulting, LLC on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/paradox-most-educated-yet-facing-rising-unemployment-rj3hc/?trackingId=%2BW8KRck9FHzbBj6A1j4sew%3D%3D\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eThe Paradox: Most Educated, Yet Facing Rising Unemployment\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Stephanie Bradley.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-12-05T04:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/988e52d3-d768-4c82-92f6-94816847799f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":59275063,"duration_in_seconds":3704}]},{"id":"740a0927-f2df-4ef0-9047-f42d45f7e5e0","title":"Navigating Economic Growth: Insights from Kimberly Rossetti at BE NKY Growth Partnership","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode23-kimberlyrossetti","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, Kaycee interviews Kimberly Rosetti, who shares her 20-year journey in economic development, from working at the Chamber of Commerce in Lexington, Kentucky to her current role at Be NKY Growth Partnership. Kimberly emphasizes the importance of mentorship, community impact, and balancing professional growth with family decisions. She also discusses several initiatives at Be NKY, including data-informed community dashboards and workforce development programs, and offers advice for young professionals in the field.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe importance of mentoring, Kimberly’s commitment to community growth, and the strategic evolution of Be NKY.\nNorthern Kentucky's unique economic landscape, BE NKY’s data-driven initiatives, and workforce development efforts. \nThe significance of professional development, networking, and maintaining a clear organizational 'why' for long-term success.\n\n\nQuotable: “  Claim my seat at the table. It sounds somewhat cliche, but, not sitting in the back, not sitting on the sides, but sitting at the table with these decision makers.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Kimberly Rossetti on LinkedIn\nBe NKY Growth Partnership\nNorthern Kentucky Atlas\nDeliver Customized Workforce Solutions – BE NKYSpecial Guest: Kimberly Rossetti.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development podcast, Kaycee interviews Kimberly Rosetti, who shares her 20-year journey in economic development, from working at the Chamber of Commerce in Lexington, Kentucky to her current role at Be NKY Growth Partnership. Kimberly emphasizes the importance of mentorship, community impact, and balancing professional growth with family decisions. She also discusses several initiatives at Be NKY, including data-informed community dashboards and workforce development programs, and offers advice for young professionals in the field.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of mentoring, Kimberly’s commitment to community growth, and the strategic evolution of Be NKY.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorthern Kentucky's unique economic landscape, BE NKY’s data-driven initiatives, and workforce development efforts. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe significance of professional development, networking, and maintaining a clear organizational 'why' for long-term success.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “  Claim my seat at the table. It sounds somewhat cliche, but, not sitting in the back, not sitting on the sides, but sitting at the table with these decision makers.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-rossetti-b0ab6115/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Kimberly Rossetti on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://be-nky.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBe NKY Growth Partnership\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://atlas.northernkentuckyusa.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNorthern Kentucky Atlas\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://be-nky.com/build-elevate-nky/initiatives/deliver-customized-workforce-solutions/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eDeliver Customized Workforce Solutions – BE NKY\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Kimberly Rossetti.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-11-07T04:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/740a0927-f2df-4ef0-9047-f42d45f7e5e0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28157166,"duration_in_seconds":1759}]},{"id":"972b821d-573e-408b-bab3-f35fd4d1e0c4","title":"The Ripple Effect of Personal Growth: How Improving Individuals Benefits the Community│Rebecca Undem","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode22-rebeccaundem","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, we welcome Rebecca Undem! This episode emphasizes the profound belief that personal improvement leads to broader positive changes. It delves into how individual growth translates to better outcomes for the entire community.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe belief that personal improvement leads to broader positive impacts in all areas of life.\nInvesting in people and how that can impact your local development perspective.\nHow to invite your community into placemaking, bit by bit. \n\n\nQuotable: “ I just genuinely believe that when people get better, everything gets better.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Rebecca Undem on LinkedIn\nGrowing Small TownsSpecial Guest: Rebecca Undem.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, we welcome Rebecca Undem! This episode emphasizes the profound belief that personal improvement leads to broader positive changes. It delves into how individual growth translates to better outcomes for the entire community.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe belief that personal improvement leads to broader positive impacts in all areas of life.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvesting in people and how that can impact your local development perspective.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to invite your community into placemaking, bit by bit. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “ I just genuinely believe that when people get better, everything gets better.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccaundem/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Rebecca Undem on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http://www.growingsmalltowns.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eGrowing Small Towns\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rebecca Undem.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-10-10T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/972b821d-573e-408b-bab3-f35fd4d1e0c4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30877240,"duration_in_seconds":1929}]},{"id":"a613319e-a6db-4132-8ff0-a3539f672416","title":"Venture Capital and Wellness with Bold Ventures│Lindsay Karas Stencel \u0026 Danielle Blount","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode21-lindsaykarasstencel-danielleblount","content_text":"In this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, we welcome Lindsey Karas Stencel and Danielle Blount, of Bold Ventures, to discuss how traditional venture capital can align profit with wellness. Lindsey shares her journey through various high-stress roles that led to the creation of Bold Ventures, a $30 million venture capital fund focused on underserved founders in key sectors. Both guests highlight the significance of taking care of the mental, physical, and financial health of founders. They also address common misconceptions about venture capital, the importance of collaboration with economic development partners, and their unique approach through the nonprofit Boulder. Danielle emphasizes the need for real-world entrepreneurial experience over theoretical courses, and the episode closes with their insights on creating an environment that prioritizes human assets in business growth.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe counterintuitive idea that sometimes the best solution is to do less, challenging the norms of our capitalistic society.\nBy reducing our commitments and focusing on what truly matters, we open ourselves to an abundance of time, creativity, and energy that can lead to more meaningful achievements.\nThe importance of putting founders first and how VC’s can achieve that.\n\n\nQuotable: “ Sometimes, the answer is do less.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Lindsay Karas Stencel on LinkedIn\nConnect with Danielle Blount on LinkedIn\nBOLD Ventures | Be One, Live Determined\nBOLDER Inc\nBOLDER Book Club LaunchSpecial Guests: Danielle Blount and Lindsay Karas Stencel.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast, we welcome Lindsey Karas Stencel and Danielle Blount, of Bold Ventures, to discuss how traditional venture capital can align profit with wellness. Lindsey shares her journey through various high-stress roles that led to the creation of Bold Ventures, a $30 million venture capital fund focused on underserved founders in key sectors. Both guests highlight the significance of taking care of the mental, physical, and financial health of founders. They also address common misconceptions about venture capital, the importance of collaboration with economic development partners, and their unique approach through the nonprofit Boulder. Danielle emphasizes the need for real-world entrepreneurial experience over theoretical courses, and the episode closes with their insights on creating an environment that prioritizes human assets in business growth.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe counterintuitive idea that sometimes the best solution is to do less, challenging the norms of our capitalistic society.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy reducing our commitments and focusing on what truly matters, we open ourselves to an abundance of time, creativity, and energy that can lead to more meaningful achievements.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of putting founders first and how VC’s can achieve that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “ Sometimes, the answer is do less.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/lkstencel/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Lindsay Karas Stencel on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/blountdanielle/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Danielle Blount on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://bebold.vc/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBOLD Ventures | Be One, Live Determined\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.bolderinc.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBOLDER Inc\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bolder-inc_we-are-thrilled-to-announce-the-official-activity-7343600787886874626-fLYh?utm_source=social_share_send\u0026amp;utm_medium=member_desktop_web\u0026amp;rcm=ACoAACkRMyQBPElPt_cSjSBeujeskKla9EgchkU\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBOLDER Book Club Launch\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Danielle Blount and Lindsay Karas Stencel.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-08-01T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/a613319e-a6db-4132-8ff0-a3539f672416.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34814011,"duration_in_seconds":2175}]},{"id":"1b83fc1a-7d4f-4e86-8477-1bcbd2cfd47f","title":"Empowering Small Towns: Success Stories and Practical Steps│Deb Brown","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode20-debbrown","content_text":"In this episode of Leading Ladies of Economic Development, Deb Brown, co-founder of Save Your Town and author of From Possibilities to Reality, shares her journey from rural Iowa to her national work revitalizing small towns. She discusses the founding of Savior Town and introduces the “idea friendly” approach—a method centered on small, actionable steps and community collaboration. The conversation highlights success stories, the value of kindness and inclusivity, and advice for towns navigating change. Deb also shares insights from her book, emphasizing that rural communities can build a better future by listening to residents and taking practical, incremental actions.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nStarting with small, actionable steps and focusing on community collaboration can lead to significant improvements.\nAdvice for communities feeling stuck between the old and new ways of doing things.\nHow rural communities can create a brighter future by listening to their residents and taking incremental actions.\n\n\nQuotable: “ You get a lot further taking small steps than trying to do it all at once.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Deb Brown on LinkedIn\nSave Your Town\nFrom Possibilities to Reality: Save Your Small Town with these Uniquely Do-able Ideas, Projects, and Success StoriesSpecial Guest: Deb Brown.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of Leading Ladies of Economic Development, Deb Brown, co-founder of Save Your Town and author of \u003cem\u003eFrom Possibilities to Reality\u003c/em\u003e, shares her journey from rural Iowa to her national work revitalizing small towns. She discusses the founding of Savior Town and introduces the “idea friendly” approach—a method centered on small, actionable steps and community collaboration. The conversation highlights success stories, the value of kindness and inclusivity, and advice for towns navigating change. Deb also shares insights from her book, emphasizing that rural communities can build a better future by listening to residents and taking practical, incremental actions.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting with small, actionable steps and focusing on community collaboration can lead to significant improvements.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvice for communities feeling stuck between the old and new ways of doing things.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow rural communities can create a brighter future by listening to their residents and taking incremental actions.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “ You get a lot further taking small steps than trying to do it all at once.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/buildingpossibility/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Deb Brown on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://saveyour.town/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eSave Your Town\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://saveyour.town/debs-book-is-published-the-book-is-from-possibilities-to-reality-save-your-small-town-with-these-uniquely-do-able-ideas-projects-and-success-stories/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eFrom Possibilities to Reality: Save Your Small Town with these Uniquely Do-able Ideas, Projects, and Success Stories\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Deb Brown.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-06-06T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/1b83fc1a-7d4f-4e86-8477-1bcbd2cfd47f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40618193,"duration_in_seconds":2538}]},{"id":"b25cf06b-49bf-4132-8f1e-7fc42d9084a4","title":"Navigating Shared Experiences: A Collaborative Approach in Oregon │Krismin Inocentes Bell \u0026 Nicole Davison Leon","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode19-krisminbell-nicoleleon","content_text":"Join host Kaycee Bunch as she engages in a compelling discussion with Krismin Inocentes Bell, Executive Director of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon, and Nicole Davison Leon, Executive Director of the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber. The conversation emphasizes supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs, the necessity of holistic approaches in economic development, and the significant partnership through the Community Economic Coalition (CEC). \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nWe explore why having a mentor who shares your background, culture, or lived experiences can make all the difference in personal and professional growth.\nThe Community Economic Coalition-aiming to create a small business campus as a centralized resource hub, reflecting a shift from reactive efforts to proactive strategies.\nThe importance of collaboration, digital literacy, and storytelling in navigating challenges and achieving long-term success for minority-owned businesses.\n\n\nQuotable: \n\"I think for us, we just realized the power of coming together and disrupting the system.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Krismin Inocentes Bell on LinkedIn\nPhilippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO)\nConnect with Nicole Davison Leon on LinkedIn\nHispanic Metropolitan ChamberSpecial Guests: Krismin Inocentes Bell and Nicole Davison León.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eJoin host Kaycee Bunch as she engages in a compelling discussion with Krismin Inocentes Bell, Executive Director of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon, and Nicole Davison Leon, Executive Director of the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber. The conversation emphasizes supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs, the necessity of holistic approaches in economic development, and the significant partnership through the Community Economic Coalition (CEC). \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe explore why having a mentor who shares your background, culture, or lived experiences can make all the difference in personal and professional growth.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Community Economic Coalition-aiming to create a small business campus as a centralized resource hub, reflecting a shift from reactive efforts to proactive strategies.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe importance of collaboration, digital literacy, and storytelling in navigating challenges and achieving long-term success for minority-owned businesses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\"I think for us, we just realized the power of coming together and disrupting the system.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/krismininocentesbell/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Krismin Inocentes Bell on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.pacco.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ePhilippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO)\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-davison-leon-/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Nicole Davison Leon on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://hmccoregon.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eHispanic Metropolitan Chamber\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Krismin Inocentes Bell and Nicole Davison León.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-05-02T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/b25cf06b-49bf-4132-8f1e-7fc42d9084a4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42572159,"duration_in_seconds":2660}]},{"id":"16c49a83-2f22-4c65-b5bc-40d61d5cb8f6","title":"Mentorship, Networking, and the Power of Allyship│Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode18-daniellecasey","content_text":"In this episode, Kaycee Bunch sits down with Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP, President \u0026amp; CEO of the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance, to uncover her unconventional path to economic development.\n\nFrom growing up as a military kid to leading in a male-dominated industry, Danielle shares how mentorship, lifelong learning, and strategic networking shaped her career. She also gives a behind-the-scenes look at IEDC’s key initiatives and the role of allyship in driving change.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nDanielle’s unexpected path into economic development\nHow OUEDI boosts professional growth\nThe power of organic mentorship\nStrategies for women in male-dominated industries\nIEDC’s evolving role and key initiatives\n\n\nQuotable: “There has never been a time when I didn’t walk out of that going, Wow, I had something to offer, but boy did I learn a lot.\"\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Danielle Casey on LinkedIn\nAlbuquerque Regional Economic AllianceSpecial Guest: Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode, Kaycee Bunch sits down with Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP, President \u0026amp; CEO of the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance, to uncover her unconventional path to economic development.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom growing up as a military kid to leading in a male-dominated industry, Danielle shares how mentorship, lifelong learning, and strategic networking shaped her career. She also gives a behind-the-scenes look at IEDC’s key initiatives and the role of allyship in driving change.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDanielle’s unexpected path into economic development\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow OUEDI boosts professional growth\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe power of organic mentorship\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for women in male-dominated industries\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIEDC’s evolving role and key initiatives\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “There has never been a time when I didn’t walk out of that going, Wow, I had something to offer, but boy did I learn a lot.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellecasey/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Danielle Casey on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.abq.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eAlbuquerque Regional Economic Alliance\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-04-04T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/16c49a83-2f22-4c65-b5bc-40d61d5cb8f6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":91091068,"duration_in_seconds":2277}]},{"id":"807f8ca3-c68a-4700-84d5-688f88c2aeed","title":"Bridging the Gap: A New Approach to Ending Poverty│Mary Cacioppi","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode17-marycacioppi","content_text":"Mary Cacioppi, founder and CEO of Bridges to Prosperity in Northern Illinois and Author of Economic Development that Benefits Everyone, joins host Kaycee Bunch to explore the connection between economic growth and community development in the fight against poverty. With 25 years of experience – from the Rockford Chamber of Commerce to leading impactful initiatives – Mary shares key insights on collaboration, systemic change, and her newly published book.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nHow economic and community development intersect to drive change\nThe ‘Bridges Out of Poverty’ model and its role in systemic solutions\nBuilding a comprehensive poverty reduction strategy\nWhy cross-sector collaboration is essential for lasting impact\nThe Urban Institute framework and its influence on upward mobility\n\n\nQuotable: “It’s not just, hey, under-resourced folks, you know, you've got to build your resources and life stability, but it’s also, hey, community, here’s why these are challenges and barriers to people in our communities from getting ahead and truly staying ahead.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Mary Cacioppi on LinkedIn\nAha Process\nBridges to Prosperity\nThe Urban Institute’s Upward Mobility Framework\nThe Urban Institute\nEconomic Development that Benefits Everyone – Book\nA Framework for Understanding Poverty – BookSpecial Guest: Mary Cacioppi.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eMary Cacioppi, founder and CEO of Bridges to Prosperity in Northern Illinois and Author of \u003cem\u003eEconomic Development that Benefits Everyone\u003c/em\u003e, joins host Kaycee Bunch to explore the connection between economic growth and community development in the fight against poverty. With 25 years of experience – from the Rockford Chamber of Commerce to leading impactful initiatives – Mary shares key insights on collaboration, systemic change, and her newly published book.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow economic and community development intersect to drive change\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ‘Bridges Out of Poverty’ model and its role in systemic solutions\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a comprehensive poverty reduction strategy\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy cross-sector collaboration is essential for lasting impact\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Urban Institute framework and its influence on upward mobility\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable:\u003c/strong\u003e “It’s not just, hey, under-resourced folks, you know, you've got to build your resources and life stability, but it’s also, hey, community, here’s why these are challenges and barriers to people in our communities from getting ahead and truly staying ahead.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-cacioppi-9788816/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Mary Cacioppi on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.ahaprocess.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eAha Process\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.bridgesnorthernil.com/national-consulting-work\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBridges to Prosperity\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://upward-mobility.urban.org/framework\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eThe Urban Institute’s Upward Mobility Framework\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.urban.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eThe Urban Institute\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.ahaprocess.com/product/economic-development-that-benefits-everyone/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eEconomic Development that Benefits Everyone – Book\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.ahaprocess.com/product/a-framework-for-understanding-poverty-6th-edition-book/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eA Framework for Understanding Poverty – Book\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Mary Cacioppi.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-03-07T04:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/807f8ca3-c68a-4700-84d5-688f88c2aeed.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":77211688,"duration_in_seconds":1930}]},{"id":"eaed6884-c689-4ca6-a82c-64448c3bb3d3","title":"Marketing and Communication Strategies in Economic Development │Sandy Dubay, CEcD","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode16-sandydubay","content_text":"Sandy Dubay, CEcD, President and CEO of PPR Strategies, shares her dynamic journey from an early start in economic development to owning her own marketing and communications firm. Joining host Kaycee Bunch, Sandy discusses the importance of relationships, overcoming career challenges, and breaking barriers in the field. She also highlights the value of certifications and continuous learning, offering practical advice and personal anecdotes along the way.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe transition from economic development to marketing and communications.\nWhy certifications and continuous professional development are important.\nOvercoming initial setbacks and fostering long-term business relationships.\nStrategies for engaging community partners and reaching underserved populations.\nThe different communication styles of male and female practitioners.\n\n\n\nQuotable: “Think of it as a journey – from bronze to silver, silver to gold, and eventually platinum. Each step helps identify improvements and brings you closer to being truly investment-ready.”\n\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Sandy Dubay on LinkedIn\nPPR StrategiesSpecial Guest: Sandy Dubay, CEcD.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eSandy Dubay, CEcD, President and CEO of PPR Strategies, shares her dynamic journey from an early start in economic development to owning her own marketing and communications firm. Joining host Kaycee Bunch, Sandy discusses the importance of relationships, overcoming career challenges, and breaking barriers in the field. She also highlights the value of certifications and continuous learning, offering practical advice and personal anecdotes along the way.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transition from economic development to marketing and communications.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy certifications and continuous professional development are important.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvercoming initial setbacks and fostering long-term business relationships.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for engaging community partners and reaching underserved populations.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe different communication styles of male and female practitioners.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuotable: “Think of it as a journey – from bronze to silver, silver to gold, and eventually platinum. Each step helps identify improvements and brings you closer to being truly investment-ready.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandydubay/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Sandy Dubay on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://pprstrategies.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ePPR Strategies\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Sandy Dubay, CEcD.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-02-07T04:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/eaed6884-c689-4ca6-a82c-64448c3bb3d3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35508183,"duration_in_seconds":2219}]},{"id":"81499341-0730-416e-abaf-9fc820e1de35","title":"Economic Development: Readiness, Risks, and Rewards │Didi Caldwell \u0026 Carrie Kelly","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode15-didicaldwellcarriekelly","content_text":"Didi Caldwell is the President and CEO of Global Location Strategies. Carrie Kelly is the Managing Director of the Site Selectors Guild. They discuss the intricacies of preparing investment-ready sites, the evolution and impact of the REDI Sites program, and the crucial differences between economic developers and site selectors. \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nThe launch and impact of the REDI Sites program from pilot to full implementation\nCriteria and benefits of site designations\nThe relationship between economic developers and site selectors\nStrategies for communities to attract quality investments\nThe role and expansion of the Site Selectors Guild\n\n\nQuotable: “Think of it as a journey – from bronze to silver, silver to gold, and eventually platinum. Each step helps identify improvements and brings you closer to being truly investment-ready.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Didi Caldwell on LinkedIn\nConnect with Carrie Kelly on LinkedIn\nSite Selectors Guild\nREDI SitesSpecial Guests: Carrie Kelly and Didi Caldwell.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eDidi Caldwell is the President and CEO of Global Location Strategies. Carrie Kelly is the Managing Director of the Site Selectors Guild. They discuss the intricacies of preparing investment-ready sites, the evolution and impact of the REDI Sites program, and the crucial differences between economic developers and site selectors. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe launch and impact of the REDI Sites program from pilot to full implementation\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCriteria and benefits of site designations\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship between economic developers and site selectors\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for communities to attract quality investments\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role and expansion of the Site Selectors Guild\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuotable: “Think of it as a journey – from bronze to silver, silver to gold, and eventually platinum. Each step helps identify improvements and brings you closer to being truly investment-ready.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/didicaldwell/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Didi Caldwell on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-kelly-mpa/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Carrie Kelly on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://siteselectorsguild.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eSite Selectors Guild\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://siteselectorsguild.com/about/redi-sites/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eREDI Sites\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Carrie Kelly and Didi Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2025-01-03T04:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/81499341-0730-416e-abaf-9fc820e1de35.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":114943999,"duration_in_seconds":2873}]},{"id":"0977fd77-5252-4168-baed-6d1cdde4a3b9","title":"Fail Fast, Collaborate Faster: A Career Path in Economic Development │Brittany LaCour Deal, M.S, CEcD, CERP","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode14-brittanylacourdeal","content_text":"Brittany LaCour Deal, M.S, CEcD, CERP shares her journey from an aspiring reporter to becoming a pivotal figure in economic development with the Lafayette Economic Development Authority. Recognized for her leading role, Brittany emphasizes the importance of \"failing fast\" to learn and grow quickly. She discusses her current and future roles, revealing how her adaptability and business intelligence expertise contribute to community redevelopment. \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\nThe concept and benefits of \"failing fast\" in professional growth\nEssential traits for leading women in economic development: collaboration, adaptability, and bias management\nThe significance of building and leveraging a supportive network among women\nThe evolution and future of Brittany Deal's roles, including her upcoming responsibilities as Director of Economic Competitiveness\nStrategies for bold networking and engaging effectively in the industry\n\nQuotable\n“Empowered women inspire and support other women, fostering a community where we can all thrive.”\n\nResources and Links\nConnect with Brittany Deal on LinkedIn\nLafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA)Special Guest: Brittany LaCour Deal, M.S., CEcD, CERP.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eBrittany LaCour Deal, M.S, CEcD, CERP shares her journey from an aspiring reporter to becoming a pivotal figure in economic development with the Lafayette Economic Development Authority. Recognized for her leading role, Brittany emphasizes the importance of \"failing fast\" to learn and grow quickly. She discusses her current and future roles, revealing how her adaptability and business intelligence expertise contribute to community redevelopment. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe concept and benefits of \"failing fast\" in professional growth\u003cbr\u003e\nEssential traits for leading women in economic development: collaboration, adaptability, and bias management\u003cbr\u003e\nThe significance of building and leveraging a supportive network among women\u003cbr\u003e\nThe evolution and future of Brittany Deal's roles, including her upcoming responsibilities as Director of Economic Competitiveness\u003cbr\u003e\nStrategies for bold networking and engaging effectively in the industry\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n“Empowered women inspire and support other women, fostering a community where we can all thrive.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-lacour-deal-m-s-cecd-cerp-2913645b/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Brittany Deal on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://lafayette.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eLafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Brittany LaCour Deal, M.S., CEcD, CERP.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-12-06T04:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/0977fd77-5252-4168-baed-6d1cdde4a3b9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38425956,"duration_in_seconds":2401}]},{"id":"8d770c4b-835d-41d5-a628-e7c6ed95567a","title":"Growth and Innovation: A Vision for Kentucky’s Economic Future │Terri Bradshaw","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode13-terribradshaw","content_text":"In this episode, we explore:\nThe future of industry incentives in Kentucky\nAdvocacy and collaboration for housing solutions\nThe importance of organization in membership engagement\nThe power of flexibility, priority management, assertiveness, and a competitive spirit\nHow Terri co-founded ‘Empower Frankfort’ a network of women leaders\n\nQuotable\n“I would say to every woman, while it's not easy, I would encourage you to believe in what you say and say what you believe and then act appropriately upon those beliefs.\"\n\nResources and Links\nKentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED)\nConnect with Terri Bradshaw on LinkedInSpecial Guest: Terri Bradshaw.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe future of industry incentives in Kentucky\u003cbr\u003e\nAdvocacy and collaboration for housing solutions\u003cbr\u003e\nThe importance of organization in membership engagement\u003cbr\u003e\nThe power of flexibility, priority management, assertiveness, and a competitive spirit\u003cbr\u003e\nHow Terri co-founded ‘Empower Frankfort’ a network of women leaders\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n“I would say to every woman, while it's not easy, I would encourage you to believe in what you say and say what you believe and then act appropriately upon those beliefs.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://kaedonline.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eKentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED)\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-bradshaw-65992299/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Terri Bradshaw on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Terri Bradshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Terri Bradshaw is the newly appointed President and CEO of the Kentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED). Terri shares her journey through over 30 years in the field, starting at the Chamber of Commerce in Mercer County, her work with the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, and her leadership roles driving the Kentucky Product Development Initiative forward.","date_published":"2024-11-01T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/8d770c4b-835d-41d5-a628-e7c6ed95567a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":79852146,"duration_in_seconds":1996}]},{"id":"284d51c5-2631-42f2-a8db-044ee6bf9fa5","title":"The JEDI Framework and Empowering Underserved Communities │Shani Harvie and Rita Veleta","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode11-shaniharvie-ritaveleta","content_text":"Today we’re joined by New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division Director and JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) practitioner Shani Harvie and JEDI Coordinator Rita Veleta. We'll delve into their inspiring journeys, the impact of the pandemic on minority communities, and the essential role of DEI in economic development. \n\n*In this episode, we explore:\n*\n\n\nThe concept of \"targeted universalism\"\nThe importance of community-centered events\nWhat is JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)?\nProgressive policies vs. state bans\nDiverse, resilient, and inclusive leadership models\n\n\nQuotable\n\n\n“Imagine a world where anyone can create a business and not have these huge hurdles and so much hardship trying to access capital and resources. We need to learn how to take people seriously and give them the opportunity. And why do we do that differently depending on people's demographic backgrounds?\"\n\n\n*Resources and Links\n*\nNew Mexico Economic Development Department\nConnect with Shani Harvie\nConnect with Rita VeletaSpecial Guests: Rita Veleta, EDP and Shani Harvie.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eToday we’re joined by New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division Director and JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) practitioner Shani Harvie and JEDI Coordinator Rita Veleta. We'll delve into their inspiring journeys, the impact of the pandemic on minority communities, and the essential role of DEI in economic development. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003cbr\u003e\n*\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe concept of \"targeted universalism\"\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of community-centered events\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgressive policies vs. state bans\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiverse, resilient, and inclusive leadership models\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Imagine a world where anyone can create a business and not have these huge hurdles and so much hardship trying to access capital and resources. We need to learn how to take people seriously and give them the opportunity. And why do we do that differently depending on people's demographic backgrounds?\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003eResources and Links\u003cbr\u003e\n*\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://edd.newmexico.gov/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNew Mexico Economic Development Department\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/shani-h/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Shani Harvie\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-carina-veleta/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Rita Veleta\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Rita Veleta, EDP and Shani Harvie.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-10-04T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/284d51c5-2631-42f2-a8db-044ee6bf9fa5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42810348,"duration_in_seconds":2675}]},{"id":"69722d26-38c8-448b-b77f-3b67804f077c","title":"Networking and Leveraging Connections in Economic Development │Melissa Meschke, CEcD, EDP","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode12-melissameschke","content_text":"Today’s guest is Melissa Meschke CEcD,EDP,  Executive Director of St. Croix Economic Development Corporation. She has forged a unique path from growing up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin to building a career through many roles, including marketing and small business management. She highlights the importance of leveraging professional networks, giving advice for women transitioning to leadership roles, and advising them on how to overcome self-doubt and seek peer support. \n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nFamily-first values and flexible work schedules\nDiversity and opportunities in economic development\nHiring people to complement weaknesses\nSaying 'yes' to challenges and combating self-doubt\nUpcoming Plans for St. Croix EDC\n\n\nQuotable\n\n\n“You have the skills, the tools and the resources. It's up to you how you implement those and take that leap into the journey of moving to that next step\"\n\n*Resources and Links\n*\nHow to be a Power Connector by Judy Robinett\n\nIEDC Training Courses\n\nSt. Croix Economic Development Corporation\n\nConnect with Melissa Meschke on LinkedIn\n\nSpecial Guest: Melissa Meschke, CEcD, EDP.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eToday’s guest is Melissa Meschke CEcD,EDP,  Executive Director of St. Croix Economic Development Corporation. She has forged a unique path from growing up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin to building a career through many roles, including marketing and small business management. She highlights the importance of leveraging professional networks, giving advice for women transitioning to leadership roles, and advising them on how to overcome self-doubt and seek peer support. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily-first values and flexible work schedules\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiversity and opportunities in economic development\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHiring people to complement weaknesses\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaying 'yes' to challenges and combating self-doubt\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpcoming Plans for St. Croix EDC\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“You have the skills, the tools and the resources. It's up to you how you implement those and take that leap into the journey of moving to that next step\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003eResources and Links\u003cbr\u003e\n*\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Power-Connector-Business/dp/1511383860\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eHow to be a Power Connector by Judy Robinett\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.iedconline.org/pages/schedule/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eIEDC Training Courses\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://stcroixedc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eSt. Croix Economic Development Corporation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-r-meschke\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Melissa Meschke on LinkedIn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Melissa Meschke, CEcD, EDP.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-10-01T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/69722d26-38c8-448b-b77f-3b67804f077c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":70878353,"duration_in_seconds":2214}]},{"id":"fe00ac92-d8f9-4b25-ae55-5ee2c1cd03e1","title":"Boosting Rural Communities with Green Energy │Brittany Cox","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode10-brittanycox","content_text":"*In this episode, we explore:\n*\n\n\nThe importance of regional cooperation\nThe creative energy solutions that are pushing Kentucky towards a sustainable future\nWhy resilience, passion, and adaptability are essential in economic development\nExpansion of the bourbon industry in Kentucky\n… and how to focus on what makes your workforce unique\n\n\nQuotable\n\n\n“Sometimes 50 jobs does transform a community. When you know a community well enough and you know that will make an incredible transformation, that's a lot of fun.\"\n\n\n*Resources and Links\n*\n\nKentucky Touchstone Energy Cooperatives\nStandup Rural America\nCoopapalooza\nConnect with Brittany Cox on LinkedInSpecial Guest: Brittany Cox.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003cbr\u003e\n*\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of regional cooperation\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe creative energy solutions that are pushing Kentucky towards a sustainable future\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy resilience, passion, and adaptability are essential in economic development\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansion of the bourbon industry in Kentucky\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e… and how to focus on what makes your workforce unique\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Sometimes 50 jobs does transform a community. When you know a community well enough and you know that will make an incredible transformation, that's a lot of fun.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003eResources and Links\u003cbr\u003e\n*\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.touchstoneenergy.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eKentucky Touchstone Energy Cooperatives\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.standupruralamerica.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eStandup Rural America\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://ekpc.coop/coopapalooza\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCoopapalooza\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanyrcox/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Brittany Cox on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Brittany Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Brittany Cox is the Associate Economic Development Manager at Kentucky Touchstone Energy Cooperatives, which delivers safe, reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to more than 1 million Kentucky residents and businesses in 87 counties. Brittany shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a farm in Eastern Kentucky to driving economic growth across the state. We’ll dive into the success of the bourbon industry, the impact of green energy, and how rural communities are attracting new projects.","date_published":"2024-09-06T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/fe00ac92-d8f9-4b25-ae55-5ee2c1cd03e1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":85053648,"duration_in_seconds":2126}]},{"id":"860dfcf5-8c93-44fa-b65e-6eccda62e51f","title":"Women Leading the Charge in Economic Development │Cecilia Harry","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode9-ceciliaharry","content_text":"Cecilia Harry's journey began in the early 2000s when she was a psychology student with aspirations of becoming a professor and pursuing a PhD. However, life took an unexpected turn, leading her into social services. In the state of Indiana, she dedicated herself as a case manager for child protective services.\n\nFor several years, she conducted investigations and managed cases, providing crucial support to families in need. Her passion and dedication have profoundly impacted numerous lives, illustrating her commitment to making a difference beyond academic aspirations.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\n‘Male Allyship’ and Including men in discussions about women's issues\nNavigating perceptions around age and experience\nPromoting diversity on boards\nHow can employers better support working parents?\nThe importance of being confident and vulnerable as a leader\n\n\nQuotable\n“I've taken the risk multiple times in my career to just be my authentic self and be vulnerable about an obstacle in front of me, a challenge I was having, a solution that wasn't readily coming to me.\"\n\nResources and Links\nSizeUp\nConnect with Cecilia Harry on on LinkedInSpecial Guest: Cecilia Harry, CEcD.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eCecilia Harry's journey began in the early 2000s when she was a psychology student with aspirations of becoming a professor and pursuing a PhD. However, life took an unexpected turn, leading her into social services. In the state of Indiana, she dedicated herself as a case manager for child protective services.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor several years, she conducted investigations and managed cases, providing crucial support to families in need. Her passion and dedication have profoundly impacted numerous lives, illustrating her commitment to making a difference beyond academic aspirations.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e‘Male Allyship’ and Including men in discussions about women's issues\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigating perceptions around age and experience\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromoting diversity on boards\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can employers better support working parents?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of being confident and vulnerable as a leader\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n“I've taken the risk multiple times in my career to just be my authentic self and be vulnerable about an obstacle in front of me, a challenge I was having, a solution that wasn't readily coming to me.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.sizeup.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eSizeUp\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliaharry/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Cecilia Harry on on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Cecilia Harry, CEcD.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-08-02T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/860dfcf5-8c93-44fa-b65e-6eccda62e51f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":97083558,"duration_in_seconds":2427}]},{"id":"498b8414-0618-4d56-bab5-671c6031440e","title":"Empowering Communities and Transforming Atlanta's Economic Landscape│Dr. Eloisa Klementich","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode8-eloisaklementich","content_text":"A driving force in economic development, Dr. Eloisa Klementich’s career has spanned Los Angeles, Washington, DC, and Atlanta. She is driven by her passion for transforming communities through strategic business programs, securing critical funding, and supporting companies like Athenahealth and Mailchimp.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\nInvest in Atlanta's unique approach during the COVID-19 pandemic\nThe importance of accessible resources for low-income earners\nHow economic development can balance supporting both large corporations and small businesses\nThe personal challenges she's faced in her career\n… and some valuable advice on persistence and authenticity\n\nQuotable\n\"Can I get small businesses to create wealth? And as they create wealth for themselves and their family, they hire more employees that then create wealth for their employees.\"\n\nResources and Links\nInvest Atlanta\nAdvance Atlanta\nConnect with Dr Eloisa Klementich on LinkedInSpecial Guest: Dr. Eloisa Klementich, CEcD.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eA driving force in economic development, Dr. Eloisa Klementich’s career has spanned Los Angeles, Washington, DC, and Atlanta. She is driven by her passion for transforming communities through strategic business programs, securing critical funding, and supporting companies like Athenahealth and Mailchimp.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInvest in Atlanta's unique approach during the COVID-19 pandemic\u003cbr\u003e\nThe importance of accessible resources for low-income earners\u003cbr\u003e\nHow economic development can balance supporting both large corporations and small businesses\u003cbr\u003e\nThe personal challenges she's faced in her career\u003cbr\u003e\n… and some valuable advice on persistence and authenticity\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Can I get small businesses to create wealth? And as they create wealth for themselves and their family, they hire more employees that then create wealth for their employees.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.investatlanta.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eInvest Atlanta\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.advanceatlanta.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eAdvance Atlanta\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-eloisa-klementich/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Dr Eloisa Klementich on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Dr. Eloisa Klementich, CEcD.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-07-05T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/498b8414-0618-4d56-bab5-671c6031440e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37180299,"duration_in_seconds":2323}]},{"id":"6a98d46b-e444-441a-9409-831b7ed8c426","title":"Community Resilience and Growth Post-9/11│Sue Matton","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode7-suematton","content_text":"Sue Matton, from the North Country Chamber of Commerce, shares her journey in economic development, from overcoming post-9/11 regulatory challenges to establishing a pilot school for foreign students and advocating for changes in U.S. laws. We'll discuss the North American Center of Excellence for Transportation Equipment and the significance of community preparedness for unexpected events like base closures, natural disasters, and the pandemic. Sue offers insights into forming professional teams, mentorship, and attracting international businesses, particularly from Quebec.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\n\nEstablishing the pilot school in Plattsburgh for foreign students after the 9/11 regulations\nThe importance of community preparedness in the face of unexpected events\nWhat are \"red carpet\" meetings?\nHow often should teams prepare for conversations to stay updated with new laws and industry concerns?\nThe role of mentorship  in economic development\n\n\nQuotable\n“Being able to be there for the long haul and be willing to spend that time and that effort to maintain your companies and maintain those relationships is something I think is very important”\n\nResources and Links\nNorth Country Good Life\nNorth American Center of Excellence for Transportation Equipment\nConnect with Sue on LinkedInSpecial Guest: Sue Matton, CEcD.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eSue Matton, from the North Country Chamber of Commerce, shares her journey in economic development, from overcoming post-9/11 regulatory challenges to establishing a pilot school for foreign students and advocating for changes in U.S. laws. We'll discuss the North American Center of Excellence for Transportation Equipment and the significance of community preparedness for unexpected events like base closures, natural disasters, and the pandemic. Sue offers insights into forming professional teams, mentorship, and attracting international businesses, particularly from Quebec.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablishing the pilot school in Plattsburgh for foreign students after the 9/11 regulations\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of community preparedness in the face of unexpected events\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat are \"red carpet\" meetings?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow often should teams prepare for conversations to stay updated with new laws and industry concerns?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of mentorship  in economic development\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n“Being able to be there for the long haul and be willing to spend that time and that effort to maintain your companies and maintain those relationships is something I think is very important”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.northcountrygoodlife.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNorth Country Good Life\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.namtrans.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNorth American Center of Excellence for Transportation Equipment\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-m-96432b16/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eConnect with Sue on LinkedIn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Sue Matton, CEcD.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-06-14T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/6a98d46b-e444-441a-9409-831b7ed8c426.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42716204,"duration_in_seconds":2669}]},{"id":"3ec0edbc-4c2d-4af7-bb46-237500496b43","title":"Local Growth and Global Minds, IEDC Economic Recovery Corps Senior Program Director │Nicole Manapol ","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode6-nicolemanapol","content_text":"In this episode, we explore:\nWhat is the Economic Recovery Corps Program?\nNicole's role in framework creation and stakeholder collaboration\nSelection criteria balancing distress, equity, and organizational capacity\nHow the involvement of fellows impacts long-term development efforts\nThe power of listening, empathizing, and connecting in leadership\n\nQuotable\n“If we can create those incentives and those things that allow people to come back at a different point in their life to serve, I think that is a really interesting model.\"\n\nResources and Links\nInternational Economic Development Council (IEDC)\nEconomic Recovery Corps\nCARES Act Funding\n\nNational Association of Counties\nNational Association of Development Organizations\nNational League of Cities\nCenter on Rural Innovation\n\nInternational City County Management Association (ICMA)\n\nRAIN Catalysts\nUnited Keetoowah Band\n\nThe Center by Lendistry\n\nWind River Development Fund\nSpecial Guest: Nicole Manapol.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this episode, we explore:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is the Economic Recovery Corps Program?\u003cbr\u003e\nNicole's role in framework creation and stakeholder collaboration\u003cbr\u003e\nSelection criteria balancing distress, equity, and organizational capacity\u003cbr\u003e\nHow the involvement of fellows impacts long-term development efforts\u003cbr\u003e\nThe power of listening, empathizing, and connecting in leadership\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotable\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n“If we can create those incentives and those things that allow people to come back at a different point in their life to serve, I think that is a really interesting model.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.iedconline.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eInternational Economic Development Council (IEDC)\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://economicrecoverycorps.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eEconomic Recovery Corps\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/coronavirus/assistance-for-state-local-and-tribal-governments/coronavirus-relief-fund\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCARES Act Funding\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.naco.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNational Association of Counties\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.nado.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNational Association of Development Organizations\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.nlc.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNational League of Cities\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://ruralinnovation.us/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eCenter on Rural Innovation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://icma.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eInternational City County Management Association (ICMA)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.raincatalysts.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eRAIN Catalysts\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.ukb-nsn.gov/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eUnited Keetoowah Band\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecenterbylendistry/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eThe Center by Lendistry\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://wrdf.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eWind River Development Fund\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Nicole Manapol.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Nicole Manapol is the Senior Program Director of the Economic Recovery Corps at the International Economic Development Council. She has nearly 20 years of international development and education experience in social enterprise, organizational capacity building, tech innovation, strategic partnerships, and workforce development. ","date_published":"2024-05-10T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/3ec0edbc-4c2d-4af7-bb46-237500496b43.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42559844,"duration_in_seconds":2659}]},{"id":"100b9938-8815-4094-a170-33cf80365b29","title":"Meet the U.S EDA Tribal Engagement Coordinator │Carolee Wenderoth","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode5-caroleewenderoth","content_text":"About the Episode\n\nCarolee Wenderoth, the first person to ever occupy an advisory role on Tribal issues as the U.S EDA Tribal Engagement Coordinator, is passionate about building and expanding relationships among all levels of government with American Indians, Indian Tribes, Alaska natives, and other Native communities, as well as national and state economic development corporations. Join Carolee and Kaycee as they explore the ins and outs of her role with the EDA and how she supports Tribal Nations across the United States. \n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\nIntentional relationship building and active listening are critical skills when supporting Tribal communities. \nSeek opportunities to strengthen Tribal sovereignty. \nThe \"Community of Practice\" model not only has the potential to build capacity and relationships with targeted communities and local economic development practitioners but also allows the space for creative thinking to tackle community-specific challenges and barriers. \n\n\nQuotables\n\n\n\"it's a special role dedicated to ensuring that underserved communities like tribal communities have representation as we look at better ways to engage with and make sure that program awareness is available.\"\n\n\"...we have people thinking about economic development and in more creative ways or more diverse ways.\"\n\n\"But it all starts with building relationships with tribal nations to learn about what their goals are, where they are, what their needs are.\"\n\n\"It's having that larger conversation that get people thinking about the entire ecosystem in ways that they may not have thought about it before.\"\n\n\"...because if we both understand what each other's goals are, and we understand what each other's assets are, and what our needs are, collectively, we're going to be able to help each other go a lot farther than if we're working in a siloed approach.\"\n\n\"If nobody starts it, it will never happen.\"\n\n\"Indian country is ready, and they're ready to meet the moment to make those economic development advances and as an economic development organization it would be beneficial to reach out to those tribal nations and and see how they can help advance those economic development dreams and goals.\"\n\n\nResouces \u0026amp; Links\n\n(In order of their mentioning)\n\n\n• https://www.eda.gov/funding/funding-opportunities/fiscal-year-2021-2023-eda-planning-and-local-technical-assistance\n• https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/american-rescue-plan/economic-adjustment-assistance\n• https://www.eda.gov/strategic-initiatives/communities-of-practice/Indigenous-Economic-Development-Community-of-Practice\n• https://www.eda.gov/about/economic-development-glossary/edd\n• https://www.eda.gov/news/blog/2022/10/24/tribal-nations-awarded-through-build-back-better-regional-challenge\n• https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/regional-technology-and-innovation-hubs\n• https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/recompete-pilot-program\n• https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/american-rescue-plan/indigenous-communities\n• https://www.eda.gov/about/contact/\n•  https://www.eda.gov/news/blog/2022/07/14/spotlight-edas-first-tribal-economic-development-representative-ernest-weston\nSpecial Guest: Carolee Wenderoth.Links:Fiscal Year 2021-2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance Program\nEconomic Adjustment Assistance PROVIDING THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR SUCCESS\nIndigenous Economic Development Community of Practice\nEconomic Development Districts\nTribal Nations Awarded Through the Build Back Better Regional Challenge\nRegional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)\nDistressed Area Recompete Pilot Program (Recompete Pilot Program)\nIndigenous Communities SUPPORTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES\nEDA Contact Us\nSpotlight | EDA’s First Tribal Economic Development Representative Ernest Weston, Jr. is Building Stronger Relationships With Our Tribal Communities\n","content_html":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Episode\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarolee Wenderoth, the first person to ever occupy an advisory role on Tribal issues as the U.S EDA Tribal Engagement Coordinator, is passionate about building and expanding relationships among all levels of government with American Indians, Indian Tribes, Alaska natives, and other Native communities, as well as national and state economic development corporations. Join Carolee and Kaycee as they explore the ins and outs of her role with the EDA and how she supports Tribal Nations across the United States. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntentional relationship building and active listening are critical skills when supporting Tribal communities. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeek opportunities to strengthen Tribal sovereignty. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Community of Practice\" model not only has the potential to build capacity and relationships with targeted communities and local economic development practitioners but also allows the space for creative thinking to tackle community-specific challenges and barriers. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotables\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"it's a special role dedicated to ensuring that underserved communities like tribal communities have representation as we look at better ways to engage with and make sure that program awareness is available.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...we have people thinking about economic development and in more creative ways or more diverse ways.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"But it all starts with building relationships with tribal nations to learn about what their goals are, where they are, what their needs are.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's having that larger conversation that get people thinking about the entire ecosystem in ways that they may not have thought about it before.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...because if we both understand what each other's goals are, and we understand what each other's assets are, and what our needs are, collectively, we're going to be able to help each other go a lot farther than if we're working in a siloed approach.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"If nobody starts it, it will never happen.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Indian country is ready, and they're ready to meet the moment to make those economic development advances and as an economic development organization it would be beneficial to reach out to those tribal nations and and see how they can help advance those economic development dreams and goals.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResouces \u0026amp; Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(In order of their mentioning)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/funding/funding-opportunities/fiscal-year-2021-2023-eda-planning-and-local-technical-assistance\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/funding/funding-opportunities/fiscal-year-2021-2023-eda-planning-and-local-technical-assistance\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/american-rescue-plan/economic-adjustment-assistance\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/american-rescue-plan/economic-adjustment-assistance\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/strategic-initiatives/communities-of-practice/Indigenous-Economic-Development-Community-of-Practice\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/strategic-initiatives/communities-of-practice/Indigenous-Economic-Development-Community-of-Practice\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/about/economic-development-glossary/edd\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/about/economic-development-glossary/edd\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/news/blog/2022/10/24/tribal-nations-awarded-through-build-back-better-regional-challenge\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/news/blog/2022/10/24/tribal-nations-awarded-through-build-back-better-regional-challenge\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/regional-technology-and-innovation-hubs\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/regional-technology-and-innovation-hubs\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/recompete-pilot-program\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/recompete-pilot-program\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/american-rescue-plan/indigenous-communities\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/american-rescue-plan/indigenous-communities\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/about/contact/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/about/contact/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•  \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/news/blog/2022/07/14/spotlight-edas-first-tribal-economic-development-representative-ernest-weston\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/news/blog/2022/07/14/spotlight-edas-first-tribal-economic-development-representative-ernest-weston\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Carolee Wenderoth.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fiscal Year 2021-2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance Program\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDkw\"\u003eFiscal Year 2021-2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance Program\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Economic Adjustment Assistance PROVIDING THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR SUCCESS\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDkx\"\u003eEconomic Adjustment Assistance PROVIDING THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR SUCCESS\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Indigenous Economic Development Community of Practice\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDky\"\u003eIndigenous Economic Development Community of Practice\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Economic Development Districts\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDkz\"\u003eEconomic Development Districts\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tribal Nations Awarded Through the Build Back Better Regional Challenge\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDk0\"\u003eTribal Nations Awarded Through the Build Back Better Regional Challenge\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDk1\"\u003eRegional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Distressed Area Recompete Pilot Program (Recompete Pilot Program)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDk2\"\u003eDistressed Area Recompete Pilot Program (Recompete Pilot Program)\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Indigenous Communities SUPPORTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDk3\"\u003eIndigenous Communities SUPPORTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"EDA Contact Us\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDk4\"\u003eEDA Contact Us\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Spotlight | EDA’s First Tribal Economic Development Representative Ernest Weston, Jr. is Building Stronger Relationships With Our Tribal Communities\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTYxNDk5\"\u003eSpotlight | EDA’s First Tribal Economic Development Representative Ernest Weston, Jr. is Building Stronger Relationships With Our Tribal Communities\n\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-03-01T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/100b9938-8815-4094-a170-33cf80365b29.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33427054,"duration_in_seconds":2089}]},{"id":"7ceb482c-61a8-46fd-9f0e-39a75ad6ea78","title":"Regionalism, Women's Empowerment, and Rural America │Lorie Vincent, CEcD","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode3","content_text":"About the Episode\n\nCombining regionalism and ruralism is easier said than done. How do we balance support for our region while also competitively marketing our rural communities? Join Lorie Vincent, the Founder of Acceleration By Design, and Kaycee as they explore the topics of regionalism, female empowerment, and rural America. Lorie shares her insight into the importance of building regionalism, encourages female practitioners, and addresses how to support rural communities. \n\nKey Takeaways\n\nRegionalism\n\n\nTeamwork makes the dream work; a regional strategy, enhancing the value of strength through numbers and having a common message, can advance economic competitiveness and collective assets. \nIf you have naysayers who oppose regionalism, provide tangible data to validate the return on investment, the benefits of working regionally, and the strategy behind lead generation, as opposed to working independently. \nWhen it comes to regional initiatives, ensure your individual community's identity will not be suppressed or restricted.\nIf you are a regional EDP, assess the accessibility and balance of resources provided to your small communities; their needs will differ from those of larger metros. \n\n\nBeing a Women in Economic Development\n\n\nFind a strong mentor and allies.\nBe active in ED associations, especially committee work. \nBuild, build, build. \n\n\nRural Economic Development\n\n\n  Invest in your community. Don't wait. \n  Learn what other communities are doing and tailor it to address your challenges and enhance your competitive advantages.\n\n\nQuotables\n\n\n\"...the value of addressing challenges together that we could do so much more together than any of us could have done alone.\"\n\n\"if we wanted to really make some big things happen, some transformational things, then we had to do it together.\"\n\n\"...a win for a community 30 miles away or 60 miles away is a win for your community too.\"\n\n\"I carry a soft stick and I'm all about being positive and enthusiastic. And I think that has carried me well through my career. My mom taught me that.\"\n\n\"...don't worry about what barriers you may have because you're a young female in a male oriented industry, build your body of work where it cannot be disputed, where it will hold up, regardless of whose it is, build your, Success, build your resume, your training, build your skill set and your network.\"\n\n\"Nobody's going to invest in your community if you don't invest in yourself. And that's not just about money. It's about work and, and just building your community to be the best that it can be.\"\n\n\nResouces \u0026amp; Links\n\n\n•https://www.accelerationbydesign.com/\n•https://www.standupruralamerica.com/\nSpecial Guest: Lorie Vincent, CEcD.","content_html":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Episode\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombining regionalism and ruralism is easier said than done. How do we balance support for our region while also competitively marketing our rural communities? Join Lorie Vincent, the Founder of Acceleration By Design, and Kaycee as they explore the topics of regionalism, female empowerment, and rural America. Lorie shares her insight into the importance of building regionalism, encourages female practitioners, and addresses how to support rural communities. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRegionalism\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeamwork makes the dream work; a regional strategy, enhancing the value of strength through numbers and having a common message, can advance economic competitiveness and collective assets. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have naysayers who oppose regionalism, provide tangible data to validate the return on investment, the benefits of working regionally, and the strategy behind lead generation, as opposed to working independently. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to regional initiatives, ensure your individual community's identity will not be suppressed or restricted.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are a regional EDP, assess the accessibility and balance of resources provided to your small communities; their needs will differ from those of larger metros. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeing a Women in Economic Development\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a strong mentor and allies.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe active in ED associations, especially committee work. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild, build, build. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRural Economic Development\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Invest in your community. Don't wait. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Learn what other communities are doing and tailor it to address your challenges and enhance your competitive advantages.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotables\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...the value of addressing challenges together that we could do so much more together than any of us could have done alone.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"if we wanted to really make some big things happen, some transformational things, then we had to do it together.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...a win for a community 30 miles away or 60 miles away is a win for your community too.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"I carry a soft stick and I'm all about being positive and enthusiastic. And I think that has carried me well through my career. My mom taught me that.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...don't worry about what barriers you may have because you're a young female in a male oriented industry, build your body of work where it cannot be disputed, where it will hold up, regardless of whose it is, build your, Success, build your resume, your training, build your skill set and your network.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Nobody's going to invest in your community if you don't invest in yourself. And that's not just about money. It's about work and, and just building your community to be the best that it can be.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResouces \u0026amp; Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.accelerationbydesign.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.accelerationbydesign.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.standupruralamerica.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.standupruralamerica.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Lorie Vincent, CEcD.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-02-02T06:45:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/7ceb482c-61a8-46fd-9f0e-39a75ad6ea78.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":44208311,"duration_in_seconds":2763}]},{"id":"8679f86a-0b9d-47a1-ba71-42b6bf8d3c33","title":"MI Tri-Share, Affordable Childcare for Michigan Families │ Cheryl Bergman","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode4-cherylbergman","content_text":"About the Episode\n\nThe COVID-19 pandemic exposed a massive challenge for working parents: affordable and accessible childcare. However, Michigan state leadership saw an opportunity to tackle that challenge head-on by providing a way to split the cost of childcare between the state of Michigan, employers, and employees. Join Cheryl Bergman, the CEO of the Michigan Women's Commission, and Kaycee as they explore the ins and outs of the FIRST EVER state-wide cost-share program and how it's launched a nationwide phenomenon solution to affordable childcare for working parents.\n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\nWant to understand the critical issues of childcare? Survey the women in your workforce. \nEnlist regional hubs to assist in the administrative tasks.\nBuild a network to advocate for working parents (employers, providers, working parents, regional hubs, state departments, legislatures). \nMake it easy for employers and childcare providers to utilize tools and resources; don't bog them down in administrative hurdles. \nBe strategic and implement a fierce advocacy campaign. \nWhen developing creative ways to combat the challenge of childcare, be flexible and listen to employers, childcare providers, and families about what the needs are in each avenue.\n\n\nQuotables\n\n\n\"...everywhere we went, the women's priorities were economic security issues with affordable, accessible child care at the top of the list.\"\n\n\"And I gotta tell you, there were a lot of tears on a lot of those calls because it was a struggle with all the child care facilities shutting down, schools closed women trying to work remotely and help their kids.\"\n\n\"During the pandemic, more than 300, 000 women in Michigan left the workforce entirely.\"\n\n\"...our employers are identifying that attraction and retention of employees is one of their top priorities right now.\"\n\n\"...of the big things that we were piloting and trying to figure out will employers actually put skin in the game.\"\n\n\"Build a coalition with all the voices...\"\n\n\"...one of our biggest barriers to getting employers signed on was just making sure they knew it was available.\"\n\n\"Maybe the tri-share exactly how we're doing it isn't what will work in your community or in your state, but get everybody together and figure out what will work.\"\n\n\nResouces \u0026amp; Links\n\n(In order of their mentioning)\n\n\n•https://www.michigan.gov/mwc\n•https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/early-childhood-education/mi-tri-share-child-care\n•https://grandrapids.org/news/tri-share/\n•https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/-/media/Project/Websites/mwc/Tri-Share/MI-Tri-Share-Pilot-Evaluation-Report-FINAL.pdf?rev=b22e11e8ff544f4ba7666644447647fd\n•https://www.hscpoly.com/\n•https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/early-childhood-education/cclb/caring-for-mi-future\n•https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/inside-mileap\n•https://trishare.org/\n•https://www.michigan.gov/reconnect\nSpecial Guest: Cheryl Bergman.","content_html":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Episode\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe COVID-19 pandemic exposed a massive challenge for working parents: affordable and accessible childcare. However, Michigan state leadership saw an opportunity to tackle that challenge head-on by providing a way to split the cost of childcare between the state of Michigan, employers, and employees. Join Cheryl Bergman, the CEO of the Michigan Women's Commission, and Kaycee as they explore the ins and outs of the FIRST EVER state-wide cost-share program and how it's launched a nationwide phenomenon solution to affordable childcare for working parents.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant to understand the critical issues of childcare? Survey the women in your workforce. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnlist regional hubs to assist in the administrative tasks.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild a network to advocate for working parents (employers, providers, working parents, regional hubs, state departments, legislatures). \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMake it easy for employers and childcare providers to utilize tools and resources; don't bog them down in administrative hurdles. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe strategic and implement a fierce advocacy campaign. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen developing creative ways to combat the challenge of childcare, be flexible and listen to employers, childcare providers, and families about what the needs are in each avenue.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotables\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...everywhere we went, the women's priorities were economic security issues with affordable, accessible child care at the top of the list.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"And I gotta tell you, there were a lot of tears on a lot of those calls because it was a struggle with all the child care facilities shutting down, schools closed women trying to work remotely and help their kids.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"During the pandemic, more than 300, 000 women in Michigan left the workforce entirely.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...our employers are identifying that attraction and retention of employees is one of their top priorities right now.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...of the big things that we were piloting and trying to figure out will employers actually put skin in the game.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Build a coalition with all the voices...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...one of our biggest barriers to getting employers signed on was just making sure they knew it was available.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Maybe the tri-share exactly how we're doing it isn't what will work in your community or in your state, but get everybody together and figure out what will work.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResouces \u0026amp; Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(In order of their mentioning)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.michigan.gov/mwc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.michigan.gov/mwc\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/early-childhood-education/mi-tri-share-child-care\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.michigan.gov/mileap/early-childhood-education/mi-tri-share-child-care\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://grandrapids.org/news/tri-share/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://grandrapids.org/news/tri-share/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/-/media/Project/Websites/mwc/Tri-Share/MI-Tri-Share-Pilot-Evaluation-Report-FINAL.pdf?rev=b22e11e8ff544f4ba7666644447647fd\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.michigan.gov/mileap/-/media/Project/Websites/mwc/Tri-Share/MI-Tri-Share-Pilot-Evaluation-Report-FINAL.pdf?rev=b22e11e8ff544f4ba7666644447647fd\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.hscpoly.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.hscpoly.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/early-childhood-education/cclb/caring-for-mi-future\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.michigan.gov/mileap/early-childhood-education/cclb/caring-for-mi-future\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/inside-mileap\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.michigan.gov/mileap/inside-mileap\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://trishare.org/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://trishare.org/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.michigan.gov/reconnect\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.michigan.gov/reconnect\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Cheryl Bergman.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-02-01T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/8679f86a-0b9d-47a1-ba71-42b6bf8d3c33.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34698068,"duration_in_seconds":2168}]},{"id":"ac2bba07-1e8f-441c-a489-23ef8b5fde92","title":"Embracing Technology in Your Economic Development Strategy │Beka Burton","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode2","content_text":"About the Episode\n\nMany communities want to attract the greatest and most well-known high-tech companies. But, do they have the capacity to retain them? Would they even be a good fit for their communities? How would they know? Beka Burton from the Community and Economic Development Initiative of KY (CEDIK) breaks down the importance of embracing technology as an opportunity to fill data intelligence gaps to strengthen your economic development strategy. \n\nJoin Beka and Kaycee as they dive into business intelligence data platforms and how to discover and explore data that can drive informed decision-making within your organization and business community. Beka shares her insight into CEDIK's technology-based resources for Kentucky practitioners and leaders and how they impact business development strategies.\n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\nUtilize the resources (yes, even the free resources), people, and organizations in your network to embrace technology to make better informed decisions as a practitioner.\nDig deep with your business community to determine what the gaps are in technology accessibility and what resources, products, and data are available to protect and enhance their business intelligence. \nCollaborate with your community's communication coordinators; narrow down the output for more effective communication with your business community. \n\n\nQuotables\n\n\n\"...making technology work for you instead of having you work with technology.\"\n\n\"...it's finding the volunteer within the community It's able to dedicate time and managing some of these relationships with the businesses.\"\n\n\"We want to remove those barriers for access for great technology.\"\n\n\"...is it really helpful if all I need is a Phillips head screwdriver, and you just keep giving me a hammer? No. I mean, will I get the job done? A hundred percent yes.\"\n\n\"... businesses expand and stay because they feel cared for.\"\n\n\"Communities that embrace technology are a lot more resilient in the face of challenges.\"\n\n\"It's important that we're challenged by others across different backgrounds, with different ethnicities, with different professional and personal experiences.\"\n\n\nResouces \u0026amp; Links\n\n\n•https://cedik.ca.uky.edu/\n•https://www.ruralplacemaking.com/\n•https://cedik.ca.uky.edu/bludot\n•https://sizeupkentucky.com/\n•https://www.harlancountyeda.com/harlan-county-business-park\nSpecial Guest: Beka Burton, CEcD.","content_html":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Episode\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany communities want to attract the greatest and most well-known high-tech companies. But, do they have the capacity to retain them? Would they even be a good fit for their communities? How would they know? Beka Burton from the Community and Economic Development Initiative of KY (CEDIK) breaks down the importance of embracing technology as an opportunity to fill data intelligence gaps to strengthen your economic development strategy. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Beka and Kaycee as they dive into business intelligence data platforms and how to discover and explore data that can drive informed decision-making within your organization and business community. Beka shares her insight into CEDIK's technology-based resources for Kentucky practitioners and leaders and how they impact business development strategies.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUtilize the resources (yes, even the free resources), people, and organizations in your network to embrace technology to make better informed decisions as a practitioner.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig deep \u003cstrong\u003ewith\u003c/strong\u003e your business community to determine what the gaps are in technology accessibility and what resources, products, and data are available to protect and enhance their business intelligence. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollaborate with your community's communication coordinators; narrow down the output for more effective communication with your business community. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotables\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...making technology work for you instead of having you work with technology.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...it's finding the volunteer within the community It's able to dedicate time and managing some of these relationships with the businesses.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"We want to remove those barriers for access for great technology.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"...is it really helpful if all I need is a Phillips head screwdriver, and you just keep giving me a hammer? No. I mean, will I get the job done? A hundred percent yes.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"... businesses expand and stay because they feel cared for.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Communities that embrace technology are a lot more resilient in the face of challenges.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's important that we're challenged by others across different backgrounds, with different ethnicities, with different professional and personal experiences.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResouces \u0026amp; Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://cedik.ca.uky.edu/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://cedik.ca.uky.edu/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.ruralplacemaking.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.ruralplacemaking.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://cedik.ca.uky.edu/bludot\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://cedik.ca.uky.edu/bludot\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://sizeupkentucky.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://sizeupkentucky.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https://www.harlancountyeda.com/harlan-county-business-park\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.harlancountyeda.com/harlan-county-business-park\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Beka Burton, CEcD.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-01-19T05:45:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/ac2bba07-1e8f-441c-a489-23ef8b5fde92.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37194120,"duration_in_seconds":2324}]},{"id":"240fd2ec-9b36-494c-b857-73d199a5f12d","title":"Leading in Disaster │Mayor Kathy O'Nan","url":"https://www.llofed.com/episode1","content_text":"About the Episode\n\nThe night of December 10th, 2021, changed the lives of many people, including Kathy O'Nan, the Mayor of Mayfield, Kentucky. Mayor O'Nan is a courageous and empathetic leader who advocates for her community and dedicated to recovering and revisioning the hope and future of Mayfield. Hey story serves as a powerful example of what economic recovery looks like in rural Kentucky and how to lead in disaster. \n\nJoin Mayor O'Nan and Kaycee as they dive into what were the first critical steps in the recovery process, what was it like working with local, regional, state, and federal partners in the critical recovery phase, and what the business/workforce recovery process has been like for the past two years. Mayor O'Nan generously shares her journey in navigating the throws of disaster recovery and recalls tatics and stratgies that Mayfield in both the critical and recovery phases. \n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\nBe flexible and creative with the response and recovery strategies. \nUtilize community development stratgies, such as the \"stick note meeting\" method. \nCelebrate or find happiness in the midst of disaster. \n\"Utilize everybody you have and take advantage of everything that's brought to you\".\n\n\nQuotables\n\n\n\"Our foot prints stopped for a short period of time\".\n\"Many of us got so tired of hearing, the disaster beging locally and end locally. Well, okay, but tell me how to get through this. But, I get it now. This is our disaster. We decide how we're going to get through it with a lot of help at first.\" \n\"You just got to get rid of that shock from the first and then make a plan and then try to move forward as best as you can. And that's what we're doing.\"\n\"People ask me, \"how do you do this?\" The fact is, I have no idea. You just keep going.\"\n\n\nResouces \u0026amp; Links\n\nAbout the December 2021 Tornadoes\n\n\n• https://www.weather.gov/pah/December-10th-11th-2021-Tornado\n\n\nMayfield, Kentucky\n\n\n• http://www.mayfieldky.gov/index.php\n• http://www.gravescountyed.com/\n• https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/12/15/us/mayfield-kentucky-tornado-damage.html\n• Trace Adkins - Somewhere In America (Official Music Video) https://youtu.be/sHMlmNTE9SE\n\n\nEconomic Resiliency \u0026amp; Disaster Recovery\n\n\n• https://restoreyoureconomy.org/pages/phases-of-disaster/\n• https://www.iedconline.org/pages/disaster-recovery/\n• https://www.eda.gov/resources/comprehensive-economic-development-strategy/content/economic-resilience\n• https://www.nado.org/resilient-regions-integrating-economic-development-strategies-sustainability-principles-and-hazard-mitigation-planning/\n• https://www.cedscentral.com/resilience.html\n• https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/fact-sheets\n• https://resilience.climate.gov/\nSpecial Guest: Mayor Kathy O'Nan.","content_html":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Episode\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe night of December 10th, 2021, changed the lives of many people, including Kathy O'Nan, the Mayor of Mayfield, Kentucky. Mayor O'Nan is a courageous and empathetic leader who advocates for her community and dedicated to recovering and revisioning the hope and future of Mayfield. Hey story serves as a powerful example of what economic recovery looks like in rural Kentucky and how to lead in disaster. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Mayor O'Nan and Kaycee as they dive into what were the first critical steps in the recovery process, what was it like working with local, regional, state, and federal partners in the critical recovery phase, and what the business/workforce recovery process has been like for the past two years. Mayor O'Nan generously shares her journey in navigating the throws of disaster recovery and recalls tatics and stratgies that Mayfield in both the critical and recovery phases. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe flexible and creative with the response and recovery strategies. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUtilize community development stratgies, such as the \"stick note meeting\" method. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCelebrate or find happiness in the midst of disaster. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Utilize everybody you have and take advantage of everything that's brought to you\".\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuotables\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Our foot prints stopped for a short period of time\".\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Many of us got so tired of hearing, the disaster beging locally and end locally. Well, okay, but tell me how to get through this. But, I get it now. This is our disaster. We decide how we're going to get through it with a lot of help at first.\" \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"You just got to get rid of that shock from the first and then make a plan and then try to move forward as best as you can. And that's what we're doing.\"\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"People ask me, \"how do you do this?\" The fact is, I have no idea. You just keep going.\"\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResouces \u0026amp; Links\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the December 2021 Tornadoes\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.weather.gov/pah/December-10th-11th-2021-Tornado\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.weather.gov/pah/December-10th-11th-2021-Tornado\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMayfield, Kentucky\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"http://www.mayfieldky.gov/index.php\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttp://www.mayfieldky.gov/index.php\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"http://www.gravescountyed.com/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttp://www.gravescountyed.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/12/15/us/mayfield-kentucky-tornado-damage.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/12/15/us/mayfield-kentucky-tornado-damage.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Trace Adkins - Somewhere In America (Official Music Video) \u003ca href=\"https://youtu.be/sHMlmNTE9SE\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://youtu.be/sHMlmNTE9SE\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEconomic Resiliency \u0026amp; Disaster Recovery\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://restoreyoureconomy.org/pages/phases-of-disaster/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://restoreyoureconomy.org/pages/phases-of-disaster/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.iedconline.org/pages/disaster-recovery/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.iedconline.org/pages/disaster-recovery/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.eda.gov/resources/comprehensive-economic-development-strategy/content/economic-resilience\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.eda.gov/resources/comprehensive-economic-development-strategy/content/economic-resilience\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.nado.org/resilient-regions-integrating-economic-development-strategies-sustainability-principles-and-hazard-mitigation-planning/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.nado.org/resilient-regions-integrating-economic-development-strategies-sustainability-principles-and-hazard-mitigation-planning/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.cedscentral.com/resilience.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.cedscentral.com/resilience.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/fact-sheets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/fact-sheets\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https://resilience.climate.gov/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ehttps://resilience.climate.gov/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Mayor Kathy O'Nan.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"","date_published":"2024-01-05T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/240fd2ec-9b36-494c-b857-73d199a5f12d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13848258,"duration_in_seconds":1731}]},{"id":"f9c6d590-0fff-4bd2-8fb5-74ad2ef2d042","title":"Introduction to LLED and Host Kaycee Bunch","url":"https://www.llofed.com/introtolled","content_text":"Welcome to the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast. I am your host, Kaycee Bunch. Tune in to hear why I started LLED and how you can stay connected!","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast. I am your host, Kaycee Bunch. Tune in to hear why I started LLED and how you can stay connected!\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to the Leading Ladies of Economic Development Podcast. I am your host, Kaycee Bunch. Tune in to hear why I started LLED and how you can stay connected!","date_published":"2024-01-04T01:15:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/b7af19bb-a79d-450f-8d20-e813bb3a463c/f9c6d590-0fff-4bd2-8fb5-74ad2ef2d042.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":3529474,"duration_in_seconds":441}]}]}