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Katrina Parkey

Transforming Cluster Strategies: The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership

2.14.2023by Katrina Parkey

Cluster strategies are top of mind as a way to strengthen the competitive advantages of a region. An examination of the business-led approach used by the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) for more than two decades reveals the keys to CICP’s success. A holistic and collaborative approach to ecosystem building can lay the foundation for sustainable long-term economic growth.

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What is a CEDS, and Why Does it Matter?

2.7.2023by Katrina Parkey

The comprehensive economic development strategy (CEDS) is a cornerstone of the US Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) grant program. TIP’s four-part series will dive into topics related to creating a successful CEDS, including EDA requirements, community engagement, equity, and resiliency. The first installment examines the CEDS as an important tool for helping communities prioritize economic development opportunities.

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