In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Kathleen Rose, drawing from her 30-year experience and family background in development, discusses the evolution of economic development planning from lengthy reports to actionable scorecards. She emphasizes the importance of practical implementation over extensive planning, sharing how her firm helps communities move from aspirational ideas to concrete actions through data-driven approaches and efficient resource allocation.
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10 Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers:
Replace lengthy reports with concise, data-driven scorecards to track progress
Focus on implementation strategies rather than just creating plans
Build stronger partnerships with the private sector for effective execution
Use scorecards with 90 data points to guide decision-making
Consider cost-effective snapshot assessments before investing in expensive plans
Create practical "recipe books" for implementing strategic plans
Align economic development goals with existing comprehensive land use plans
Prioritize action-oriented documents over aspirational planning
Update and track progress regularly using measurable data points
Focus resources on specific annual priorities rather than trying to do everything at once Special Guest: Kathleen Rose.
