Saturday, September 21, 2002
Like many EDPros around the country, those in the Bay area are shifting the focus of their efforts to retention. The problem for EDPros is this: retention is a complex process, and it is often difficult to see the forest from the trees.
If you are working on a retention program, keep an eye on Oakland. They are preparing a new retention strategy that will focus on the needs of targeted industries that employ the most people or hold the greatest promise for growth. The city is holding a focus group this month with business leaders to refine its plans prior to unveiling the program in October. Read more. Go
In Maryland, EDPros launched Maryland Advantage this week. It is a campaign to retain Maryland businesses. The program will be run as a pilot in three counties in the western part of the state. Learn more. Go
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Some Background on EDPro Weblog
The purpose of this weblog is to help economic development professionals -- EDPros -- keep up with the changes sweeping our profession. Strap on your goggles. It's a whole new game. There are no experts any more. The only place to learn about economic development is from other EDPros who are doing it.
One other point: the prevaling approach (paradigm, if you like) in economic development is shifting from competition to collaboration. There are a lot of reaasons underlying this shift, but here's the important insight: You, your community, and your region will do better by collaborating and sharing information.
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Speaking and workshops on Open Source Economic Development
As the idea of Open Source Economic Development starts spreading, more people are asking about it. Visit the I-Open web site to learn more. My colleagues and I are happy to explain the basic concepts in a talk or a workshop. E-mail Susan Alshuler if you'd like to learn more about workshops and speaking.
Background on Ed Morrison
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EDPros shift to retention
