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Attract and retain are the bedrock responsibilities for the economic development leadership in any county, city or state. But D.C. has long lagged on the retention side. There's evidence that might be changing. #dc #washingtondc #business #economicdevelopment

?? Understanding the Ripple Effect of Local Businesses ?? Janet Harrah, Senior Director at the Center for Economic Analysis and Development NKU Haile College of Business at Northern Kentucky University highlights the significant role Covington Business Council members play in driving the Northern Kentucky economy. “The economic contributions of CBC member businesses are a testament to their critical role in sustaining and growing the Northern Kentucky economy. The data highlights not only their direct impact but also the broader ripple effects across the region, underscoring the interconnections of our local industries.” Discover how these businesses have created $29.95 billion in total economic impact, supporting 96,808 jobs. Read the article below: https://lnkd.in/gTu7t924 #NorseUp #NKUHaileCollege #CovingtonBusinessCouncil

In today's edition of The New York Times, I discussed the 'strategic silence' of New York's business community in response to the indictment of Mayor Eric Adams. https://lnkd.in/ehWKCMRw "The business community must weigh a critical risk: cut ties now, or maintain them and risk future stigmatization." Maintaining relationships with indicted politicians still in power presents a complex dilemma. Businesses must balance the risk of being associated with a potentially convicted leader against the loss of political capital if they sever ties and the politician later recovers. Opting for strategic silence or other legitimizing strategies is a calculated choice. Columbia Business School Columbia University #NewYorkCityHall #BusinessandPolitics #CorporatePoliticalAction

CNBC has ranked Florida's economy as the strongest in the nation for the second consecutive year in its latest 'Top States for Business' report. Additionally, Florida secured the #2 spot in both workforce quality and access to capital, placing it at #5 overall among the top states for business. #florida #cnbc #economy #business #report #workforce #capital #usa #2024

Do today’s leaders have the tools to maintain the low #unemployment rate? Doug Elmendorf thinks so; he says historical evidence helps show what works to prevent high unemployment. Listen to what else the dean of Harvard Kennedy School has to say about the role of evidence in policymaking and other areas, including #highereducation. In our latest episode, Elmendorf also offers his take on creating space for different perspectives, policy areas he believes have the most potential for progress during this election year, and much more. Listen today to Elmendorf’s conversation with cohost and Urban President Sarah Rosen Wartell https://urbn.is/4aZD38m. Subscribe to Evidence in Action and share with your network of #changemakers.

Fifth Third recently hosted business and community leaders to reveal local economic insights with data for Grand Rapids and the national economy, as part of the Empowering American Cities initiative. The data shows Grand Rapids not only outperforms other regions in the Midwest, but it’s also one of the top 50 extended metropolitan areas in the U.S. That’s helping the area attract and retain a skilled workforce. Thanks to our economists, Jeffrey Korzenik, Chief Economist, Fifth Third Commercial Bank, and Sarah Dickerson from the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, as well as Randy Thelen, The Right Place, Inc., for diving into the research with us and celebrating the area’s success. Watch the event recap below. #EmpoweringAmericanCities #KenanInstitute #KIPE #economy

In an interview with Tax Credit Advisor, Sam Leone, Conifer's President, discusses the company's response to the challenges posed by the pandemic and outlines our strategic priorities for 2024. He emphasizes the importance of being a mission-driven organization and fostering a culture of personal leadership. As a next-generation CEO, Sam sees the influx of younger, tech-savvy, and mission-driven individuals as a positive trend in the workforce, contributing fresh ideas and challenging the status quo. Regarding growth management, he stresses the need for adaptability, recognizing that growth is not a straight line but involves continuous evaluation and learning from each experience. Sam also discusses the significance of personal connections in the affordable housing business and the lessons learned during the lockdown. Looking ahead to 2024, Conifer plans to build on the groundwork laid in 2022 and 2023, expanding into new markets such as Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, North Florida, and Massachusetts. Sam concludes by highlighting the importance of open communication, understanding local contexts, and strategically selecting new markets based on market research and regulatory predictability. Check out the full interview- https://lnkd.in/ezsWRfkQ #AffordableHousing #PersonalLeadership

Do you want to know more about the state of our region’s economy, post-pandemic employment trends, affordability and competitiveness? Click on the link below to access the Portland Metro Chamber’s 2024 State of the Economy report, sponsored by Bank of America.

Creighton University economist Ernie Goss provided valuable insight into the business conditions of North Dakota in his monthly Mid-American Report. He explains how our state's production and employment indexes have behaved so far this year. LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/gbbJpY9i #MovingBusinessForward #BismarckMandan #WorkForce

Fifth Third recently hosted business and community leaders to reveal local economic insights with data for Grand Rapids and the national economy, as part of the Empowering American Cities initiative. The data shows Grand Rapids not only outperforms other regions in the Midwest, but it’s also one of the top 50 extended metropolitan areas in the U.S. That’s helping the area attract and retain a skilled workforce. Thanks to our economists, Jeffrey Korzenik, Chief Economist, Fifth Third Commercial Bank, and Sarah Dickerson from the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, as well as Randy Thelen, The Right Place, Inc., for diving into the research with us and celebrating the area’s success. Watch the event recap below. #EmpoweringAmericanCities #KenanInstitute #KIPE #economy