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2008 Salary Survey of Economic Development Professionals
2009.
Is your economic development organization looking to hire a new employee? Is your offer competitive? Are your benefits aligned with the profession? Or maybe you’re on the other side of the job market and looking to move to a new community. How do you know what someone with your experience, or expertise, can expect to make? IEDC's new 2008 Salary Survey Report of Economic Development Professionals can provide up-to-date answers.
The Next Hundred Million: America in 2050
Joel Kotkin. 2010.
Drawing on prodigious research, firsthand reportage, and historical analysis, The Next Hundred Million reveals how this unprecedented growth will take physical shape and change the face of America. The majority of the additional hundred million Americans will find their homes in suburbia, though the suburbs of tomorrow will not resemble the Levittowns of the 1950s or the sprawling exurbs of the late twentieth century. The suburbs of the twenty-first century will be less reliant on major cities for jobs and other amenities and, as a result, more energy efficient. Suburbs will also be the melting pots of the future as more and more immigrants opt for dispersed living over crowded inner cities and the majority in the United States becomes nonwhite by 2050.
The Next Hundred Million provides a vivid snapshot of America in 2050 by focusing not on power brokers, policy disputes, or abstract trends, but rather on the evolution of the more intimate units of American society-families, towns, neighborhoods, industries. It is upon the success or failure of these communities, Kotkin argues, that the American future rests.
Building Healthy Communities: A Guide to Community Economic Development for Advocates, Lawyers and Policymakers
Editors: Roger A. Clay, Jr. & Susan Jones. 2009. 400 pages.
The field of Affordable Housing and Community Economic Development has evolved substantially since the 1960s. Starting as a social movement to revitalize low income communities, the field has become a solid and complex industry of stakeholders, practitioners, funding intermediaries and supporting professionals --- architects, bankers, financial experts, lawyers, social workers, urban planners and a host of other "community development professionals." This book documents the themes and trends of the contemporary CED movement and provides guidance for strengthening our communities and ensuring that they and their residents prosper and compete in today's global economy.
Working Across Generations: Defining the Future of Nonprofit Leadership
Frances Kunreuther, Helen Kim, Robby Rodriguez. 2009.
The authors provide a range of ideas on how to approach generational shifts in leadership so that the contributions of long-time leaders are valued, new and younger leaders' talent is recognized, and groups are better prepared to work across generational divides. Giving context to these differences, they explore the current assumptions about the upcoming transition between generations in the social sector; introduce new ideas or frames for thinking about generational leadership change; and examine how this change poses individual, organizational, and systemic challenges for those in the social sector. In addition, they provide numerous examples and practical exercises to show how to address these issues. The book concludes with critical advice on how to communicate across generations and key recommendations for future research and action.
Economic Development Marketing: Present & Future
Anatalio C. Ubalde & Eric Simundza. 2008.
In the most in-depth national research ever completed, researchers from UC Berkeley and GIS Planning conducted a study reviewing the different marketing strategies economic development organizations employ and highlights which methods are most effective. The study also analyzes the business site location process in stages and shows what information site selectors look for, through which channel, during each step of the selection process. The book looks at how marketing has changed from the past to the present and the direction it will move in the future.
Who Moved My Smokestack? America’s Failure to Protect Our Jobs and Stop the Erosion of the American Dream
Don Holbrook. 2008.
In today’s world, where everything constantly changes – and moves – one must learn to cope with whatever comes along. Take a brief look at the economic scenario of America, to know what’s really going on in the country and in the economy. Through these thought-provoking insights, presented in a practical and clear manner, you will see a vivid picture of the American economy in this century – and what challenges it is facing and dealing with. Discover the opportunities and challenges of globalization, and reaffirm America’s place in the world today. Learn how to take risks without threatening the economy. Find out how competitiveness can renew America’s confidence. Know how to plan, present, and accept reforms – for the betterment of the American economy. If you want to join in the wagon of economic success and achieve economic development, then learn how you can benefit from globalization.
Building a Rock-Solid Partnership with your Board: A Real-life, Practical Guidebook for Nonprofit and Public CEOs
Doug Eadie. 2008.
Drawing on his work with hundreds of nonprofit and public organizations of every size and purpose, governance expert Doug Eadie describes how board-savvy CEOs effectively manage the human dimension of the board-CEO relationship. Using real-world case examples, he describes these five keys to building a rock-solid partnership between the organization’s CEO and the board of directors: 1.) Bring the right mindset to the governing arena; 2.) Make the board chair a close ally; 3.) Turn board members into strong owners; 4.) Make the board’s work more interesting and enjoyable; and 5.) Put a well-designed CEO-evaluation process in place.
IEDC Training Manuals - Complete Set
You asked, we listened: Now you can purchase all of the new Education course manuals on CD-ROM in one easy click. The entire set is specially priced so that you save over 15% when you order the set of 12 manuals through the IEDC Bookstore. The new Workforce Development manual is included so you can further expand your knowledge of economic development. Never before has it been so easy to learn so much.
Targeted Area Redevelopment
2005. 150 pages.
No property is an island, which is why the most successful redevelopment initiatives focus on areas. This publication examines core issues and best practices in targeted area redevelopment, which derives synergy from the improvement of multiple properties. IEDC’s research is based on interviews and information from redevelopment practitioners across the country. It illustrates how communities designate an area for redevelopment and use powers to: 1) acquire land; 2) return land to the private sector; and 3) designate tax increment financing districts. The publication discusses these topics in-depth, concentrating on approaches and case studies in nine states.
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