Incentives, used to encourage real estate development, capital investment, business formation, and workforce relocation, are key instruments in the economic development toolbox. IEDC members have requested guidelines to help them use incentives as effectively and efficiently as possible. Over two years, EDRP has prepared three reports on incentives. Seeding Growth (2015) details how to calculate incentives' economic and fiscal impact. More than Money (2014) explains how non-financial inducements can be used as cost-effective incentives. Incentives for the Twenty-First Incentives (2015) presents the latest in goodincentive design. For the first time, these three reports are now available as a complete set at 15% off. Get your copy of this must-have economic development resource today.

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The manual comprehensively explains entrepreneurial ecosystems and the crucial role they play in fostering economic growth. It delves into different types of entrepreneurs, the essentials of ecosystem support, and the resources and strategies available for nurturing successful businesses. By offering a clear understanding of each aspect, it equips economic developers with the knowledge needed to create and maintain thriving entrepreneurial environments.

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From budding entrepreneurs to seasoned business owners, entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs) provide the foundations and resources that new and growing businesses need. This webinar will feature incubators and accelertor programs that have generated entrepreneurial growth through ESO collaboratives.

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The manual delves into the challenges and strategies associated with international economic development and the importance of understanding value orientations in different societies. It also discusses the role of location consultants in assisting companies with site selection for their projects, and the significance of understanding cultural differences. The manual emphasizes the importance of developing an international business plan as an essential step for companies looking to enter foreign markets. It further explores the strategies and the impact of factors on export operations.

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Workforce trends in automation and digitalization, accelerated by the pandemic, will continue to eliminate low-skill jobs. As this happens, displaced workers – disproportionately people of color – increasingly need digital skills to get the good jobs of today and the future. This report highlights strategies in which economic development organizations are helping workers of color prepare for and connect to higher-skill, in-demand jobs. The report explores trends in employment, automation and their impacts on communities of color and uses five case studies to draw “guideposts” for EDOs.

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This report examines various technological advancements such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, robotics, and machine learning, and how they are upending entire industries and the future of work. Through case studies and interviews, the report dives into several industry sectors that are projected to experience significant changes in the coming years, including advanced manufacturing, retail, healthcare, food, and transportation. These changes will have a lasting impact on the ability of EDOs to support their community's efforts to stay competitive and prepare for the future. The report provides the Future Ready Framework which is a ready-to-use tool for EDOs and community partners as they move forward in becoming better prepared for the future.

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Broadband internet access has been important to economic development long before the pandemic made it essential for work, school, and other aspects of life. Awareness of service and use gaps is higher now than ever, along with the political will and funding to fill them. That has created a historic opportunity for communities to get everyone connected to reliable, affordable, high-speed internet.

This paper shows how a range of communities are addressing their broadband needs and the roles in which economic developers are making a difference. It includes case studies of EDO involvement in community-wide networks, targeted-area access and digital inclusion, plus numerous examples of the range of strategic and technical solutions that communities are pursuing. It also includes information and resources on broadband basics, convening stakeholders, digital inclusion, financing, funding and other key topics.

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To catalogue best practices for globally-minded economic development, supporting the internationalization of small businesses, and dealing with the dynamic needs of globally integrated enterprises, IEDC conducted six in-depth case studies. The cases profile the economic development landscape in four US communities of varying sizes and situations, plus the internal strategies of one US economic development organization and one international investment promotion agency. Each case represents a unique set of geographic, economic, demographic and institutional variables and therefore a different path to success. Review the case summaries to determine which case(s) best match your needs.

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In a tight labor market, employers are solving their workforce shortage problems by making jobs more attainable, retainable, and better-paying for workers. These business-led strategies to increase productivity and reduce turnover are a win-win for both firms and for low-and middle-skill workers. This paper groups strategies that employers are using, individually or in partnership, into three categories: Education, training and skill development; addressing practical barriers to job attainment and retention; and alternative business models. The goal of this publication is to provide economic developers with examples of business strategies that are in widespread use now, in order to share information and ideas with employers who face similar challenges.

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Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) are continually challenged to deliver results and improve community competitiveness with tighter budgets and ever decreasing resources. Changing industry and community needs; global economic, social and environmental factors; and the need to balance priorities across public, private and non-profit sectors add further complexity to the situation. Yet, EDOs continue to deliver effectively on their missions and improve the competitiveness of their communities. This paper examines the success factors of high-performing EDOs from both an organizational and leadership perspectives. IEDC's Accredited Economic Development Organizations (AEDOs) have been utilized as case examples to highlight specific traits of high-performing EDOs.

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