Sunday, March 05, 2006
More and more states are recognizing the growth opportunities in international markets. Here is a new weekly column from New Jersey on how companies are going global. Read more.
You might suggest the same approach to your local newspaper. Include a regular column on how companies in your region are building their global networks. Even in regions that appear to be falling behind, there are companies that are thriving through their global connections.
For example, a recent report out of Youngstown State University highlighted regional manufacturers that were growing. The one common denominator: They were building global networks.
posted by Ed Morrison |
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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Build global networks
