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Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic DevelopmentHow Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Can Transform Local Economies with Martin VanagsIn this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson talks with economic development veteran and consultant Marty Vanags about Circles of Seven, a peer-based mentoring program designed to strengthen post-startup small businesses who often fall through the cracks of traditional support systems.
Marty explains how C7 groups work, why small businesses learn best from each other, and how these circles create long-lasting bonds that improve BRE, build confidence, and ultimately make communities more attractive to prospects. He also touches on Next Wave Leadership, the importance of in-person connection, and why economic developers should spend more time...
2025-11-1726 min
The Economic Pulse: Insights for SuccessStaying on Top of Trends: Martin Vanags - Oct. 10, 2025Laith and producer Joel Natalie welcomed back Marty Vanags, economic development consultant and author of the weekly Curated Morning newsletter, discussing the importance of staying on top of emerging trends inside and outside the ED context.Hosts:Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment AuthorityLaith Wardi - Founder of Gem City Growth Strategies
2025-10-1652 minThe Economic Pulse: Insights for SuccessA Conversation with Marty Vanags: Martin Karl Vanags - Mar. 1, 2024A far-flung conversation with economic development consultant and author of the "Curated Morning" newsletter Marty Vanags, centered around mentoring upcoming economic development leaders, and green city best practices.
Hosts:
Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority
Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse
2024-03-0752 min
Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic DevelopmentClimate Change: An Opportunity for Economic Developers with Martin VanagsIn this episode, Dane talks with Martin Vanags. According to Martin, climate change is the single biggest challenge we face as humans... however it can also be the single greatest opportunity for economic developers to reframe their attraction, retention and workforce strategies for a positive outcome.
What will it take to change the narrative and reframe the question for ED professionals so that can have successful outcomes?
Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Martin Vanags.Sponsored By:KathodeRay Media, Inc.: ![KathodeRay](ht...
2023-01-3038 min