DT #403: Come Work with Dennis!
Develop This: Economic and Community Development
Release Date: 06/02/2022
Develop This: Economic and Community Development
Dennis is joined by , CEcd, PhD, President and CEO of and board chair. They discuss Eloisa's career path in economic development and her plans and goals for IEDC.
info_outline DT #488 Becoming an Accredited EDO with Chris Masingill and Ashley Llewellyn with the St. Tammany Corp., Mandeville, LADevelop This: Economic and Community Development
What does it take to become an The in Mandeville, LA, recently completed the process. There are over 5,000 economic development organizations, and fewer than 80 have achieved this prestigious designation. In this episode, Dennis is joined by , CEO, and , Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives with the St. Tammany Corp. They discuss the AEDO process from the organizations perspective.
info_outline DT #487 A Conversation with Jonas Peterson, Southwest Michigan First CEO and IEDC Immediate Past ChairDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
Dennis is joined by , the CEO of and Immediate Past Chair. Jonas also talks about his economic development career journey and his current role as the CEO of Southwest Michigan First, his time as the chair of IEDC, and the growth and future of IEDC.
info_outline DT #486 Ten Habits That Keep Us From Reaching Our Full PotentialDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
Dennis is joined by , who discusses ten habits that can keep us from reaching our full potential. Be Proactive Begin With the End in Mind Put First Things First Think Win-Win Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood Synergize Sharpen the Saw What are the habits that keep us from success and achieving our full potential? 1. Procrastination a. Set goals b. Prioritize tasks c. Start with the most challenging task d. Build in some...
info_outline DT #485 Surviving Tough Budget TimesDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
In this episode, Dennis offers up some common sense strategies to help deal with tough budget times. Do great work Communicate Measure Build coalitions Measure your organization against your peers Build relationships Be transparent Engage your board
info_outline DT #484 Becoming an AEDO - Accredited Economic Development OrganizationDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
Dennis's organization, , recently became an - Accredited Economic Development Organization through . Dennis is joined by - President & CEO of , and - Consultant and Economic Development Leader - of , and they discuss the process of becoming an Accredited Economic Development Organization. What is AEDO, and why is it important? How many AEDOs are there? Why does good governance and organizational excellence matter? When an organization decides to pursue the AEDO designation, what is the first step? Is there an area of the AEDO process that seems to be particularly...
info_outline DT #483 Working on the Other Side: From Elected Official to Economic DevelopmentDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
Working on the Other Side: From Elected Official to Economic Development In this episode, contributing correspondent is joined by , President of the in Quincy and Adams County, Illinois. Kyle discusses his journey from elected official to economic development professional. Going from the private sector, to elected official, to economic development. Stakeholders working together in a big, small town on a community strategic plan. Perspective on working on the public and private side of economic development. Advice for economic developers working from elected officials as...
info_outline DT #482 The Three Biggest Workforce Mistakes with Dennis Fraise and Mark PernaDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
In this episode, Dennis opens up about what he believes are the three biggest mistakes he has made in workforce programming. Dennis and Mark discuss the realities and difficulties of developing workforce programming.
info_outline DT #481 Get Things Done With A Coalition Of The WillingDevelop This: Economic and Community Development
In this short episode, Dennis reflects on his day and how assembling a like-minded group of people can make or break a project.
info_outline DT #480 Fearless 2024 Predictions IEDC Edition With Nathan Ohle IEDC President and CEODevelop This: Economic and Community Development
Dennis is joined by President and CEO , and they discuss the growth and changes at IEDC over the past year. They also discuss the future of IEDC and the economic development profession. New IEDC Strategic Plan Economic Recovery Corps Fellowship $1 million research initiative Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
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Are you a rockstar economic developer that aspires to lead an organization? Dennis has an opening and wants to talk with you. Visit leecountyedg.com for a complete job description and become part of a dynamic team and organization. Plus, you will get to work with Dennis!
Vice President of Economic Development
Lee County Economic Development group is seeking a Vice President of Economic Development to join our dynamic, award-winning team. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a demonstrated track record of success, proven interpersonal/relationship-building skills, and excellent communication skills – verbal and written
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Workforce development
- Community, stakeholder, and investor relations
- Countywide business retention and expansion program
- Financial and organizational oversight
Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience
Send cover letter, resume, and references to Dennis Fraise, President, and CEO [email protected]
The deadline for submission is June 17th, 2022
View full job description here
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