Benchmarking & best practices

City of College Station, TX – Economic Development Master Plan

Challenge Advantageously positioned in the Texas Triangle (the megaregion consisting of Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin) and served by a regional airport, College Station is a commercial hub with deep retail density. Intellectual capital is equally robust, including Texas A&M University’s (Texas A&M) flagship campus, Texas A&M—RELLIS, Blinn […]

City of Alexandria, VA – ALX Forward: A Strategic Framework for Economic Growth

Challenge Alexandria, Virginia, is defined by its rich history, distinctive character, and a symbiotic relationship with the federal government. While its proximity to Washington, DC, and a highly educated workforce have fueled a thriving economy, the City now faces a pivotal moment of uncertainty. Housing has become increasingly unaffordable, and

Greater St. Louis, Inc. (MO) – Advanced Manufacturing International Horizon Scan: Case Studies & Industry Intelligence

Challenge Supported by the Build Back Better Regional Challenge (BBBRC), St. Louis is addressing decades of economic underperformance and population stagnation through a transformative vision for building a dynamic and inclusive advanced manufacturing ecosystem. Led by Greater St. Louis, Inc. (GSL), a regional coalition is operationalizing the STL 2030 Jobs

Christian County, MO/Cities of Nixa & Ozark – Economic Development Strategic Plan

Challenge Led by the Cities of Nixa and Ozark, Christian County grew almost 43 percent between 2000 and 2010, outpacing the rest of the region. Excellent education opportunities, good value housing, and high quality of life made North Christian County a destination for young families in the Springfield metropolitan area.

Greater Green Bay Chamber (WI) – Economic Development Strategic Plan Update

Challenge Since adopting its current economic development strategic plan in May 2017, the Greater Green Bay Chamber had made great strides in addressing the challenges the plan set out. Created with assistance from TIP Strategies, the 2017 plan was organized around an ambitious set of 11 initiatives designed to support

Frederick County, MD – Economic and Workforce Strategic Growth Plan (2026–2029)

Challenge Frederick County is at a historic inflection point. As the fastest-growing county in Maryland, it has evolved from an agricultural and manufacturing base into a premier national hub for life sciences and advanced technology. Anchored by innovative institutions like Fort Detrick and the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research,

Fresno County, CA – Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

Challenge Fueled by its strategic central location, expanding industries, growing workforce, and relative affordability, Fresno County, California, is primed for significant economic growth. As one of the nation’s top agricultural producers, Fresno County supports a robust food processing and distribution supply chain. Proximity to major highways and rail corridors enhances

City of Arlington, TX – Economic Development Strategic Plan (Update)

Challenge Arlington’s growth over the past three decades has been remarkable. With a population of 400,000, the city has affirmed its position as the pivot point in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. Home to the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA, which was designated a Texas Tier One research institution

Chester County Economic Development Council (PA) – VISTA 2025: Economic Development Strategy

Challenge Chester County emerged from the Great Recession with unparalleled growth opportunities. These opportunities included a dynamic agriculture sector that dominates the entire Philadelphia region, one of the world’s leading financial companies, and a potentially game-changing internet startup. Recognizing the need to build on these assets and support the area’s

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