Recruitment Insights from GM & Samsung SDI’s $3.5 Billion Investment in Indiana
Livability: Inside America's Best Cities
Release Date: 04/02/2024
Making Michigan Home for More Talent
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Hilary Doe, Chief Growth Officer for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, shares how Michigan is strategically addressing population and workforce challenges through a multifaceted approach. From leaning into who you are as a community to drawing on marketing tactics from other industries, get insights on what works to make your place home to more talent. Resources mentioned: At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print...
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The Economic Power of Film in Fort Worth
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Fort Worth Film Commissioner Taylor Hardy shares about Fort Worth’s strategic embrace of film and television. Through workforce development, financial incentives, and industry partnerships, the community has generated over $700 million in economic impact since 2015 and supported more than 30,000 jobs. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release...
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Perception: Your Site Selection Advantage
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In this episode, we talk with Jennifer Wakefield, , about the power of perception research in economic development. Discover how Richmond, Virginia, uses annual surveys of site selectors and corporate decision makers to put their best foot forward in site selection. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn more about us at and follow us...
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The Arkansas Advantage
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Delve into what’s behind recent economic development wins in Arkansas with Hugh McDonald, Secretary of Commerce with the State of Arkansas. We chat with Hugh about the state's competitive advantages and how it’s attracting investment, supporting its communities and positioning itself for continued growth. Resources Mentioned: At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted...
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Putting Down Dakota Roots
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Discover how South Dakota is attracting new residents and tackling workforce needs with its innovative . We talk with Program Manager Alex Neuland about how Dakota Roots job advisors provide personalized support for relocators, from exploring job opportunities to navigating the move itself. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn...
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Building the World’s Third-Largest Economy: the American South
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In this conversation with Matt Tackett, President of the , we delve into the South as a premier investment location. Tune in to learn about SEDC's global reach, commitment to innovation and how it fosters collaboration among 17 member states. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn more about us at and follow us on , , and . Have...
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Green Job Training on the Gulf Coast
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Green jobs are booming in the U.S., and in North Port St. Joe, leaders are leveraging workforce training in green jobs to revitalize the local economy. This free 6-week brownfield training program helps residents gain green-collar skills to meet growing demand in the environmental sector. Resources Mentioned: At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release...
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The Economic Impact of Your City After Dark
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In this episode, we meet Philadelphia’s night mayor and delve into the importance of a city’s nighttime economy – it’s not just about the fun, but the economic impact. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn more about us at and follow us on , , and . Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email host Amanda Ellis at ....
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Traverse City’s Talent Attraction Weekend
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Traverse City’s spend a weekend experiencing what it’d be like to live in this beautiful community. In this episode, Abby Baudry of and , joins us to share more about this program with a 50% success rate of relocation. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn more about us at and follow us on , , and . Have an idea for an...
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Growing Greensboro
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From big wins to boomerangs – and recruiting them back to town, what’s behind all the success in Greensboro? In this episode, Marvin Price, Executive Vice President of Economic Development for the , joins us to talk about these wins and much more. At we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through and print magazine programs. Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn more about us at and follow us on , , ...
info_outlineEach season, we hear from a community who recently won a significant project. On this Pick Me! Episode, Jeff Rea, President & CEO of Indiana’s South Bend Regional Chamber, joins us to talk about landing GM & Samsung SDI’s $3.5 billion investment in an EV battery cell plant in St. Joseph County.
At Livability, we highlight the unsung awesomeness of small and mid-sized cities across the country. We also partner with communities to reach their target companies and potential residents through digital content and print magazine programs.
Be sure to subscribe so you’re alerted when we release new episodes. Learn more about us at LivabilityMedia.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email host Amanda Ellis at [email protected].
Inside America’s Best Cities is produced by SpeakEasy Productions in Chattanooga, TN.