Category Archives: Economic Toolbox

Will Facebook Timeline Improve Economic Development Pages?

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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Inevitable?  Yes, Facebook timeline is coming and will be the default Facebook presentation on March 30th.  What does this mean? This means that the new interface will change the way people interact and view your Facebook page.  You may still … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on March 1, 2012.
Posted in Community Branding, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic Toolbox, GateKeeper, Golden Shovel Agency | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Six Reasons to Use a Blog for Economic Development Marketing

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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Too often I hear economic developers who answer, “We are evaluating our social media strategy.” when asked about their plans to promote their communities via the social network medium. Really, what is there to evaluate? Effectiveness? I think the real … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on June 16, 2011.
Posted in Community Branding, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic Growth, Economic Toolbox, Golden Shovel Agency, Online Community Development | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments

A Note from John Marshall, VP of Sales

Posted on January 18, 2011 by John Marshall VP of Sales
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Welcome to Golden Shovel Agency and Economic Gateway. Economic development is rapidly becoming all about being found quickly and easily by site selectors and prospective businesses electronically.  The days of site visits and phone calls are gone.  Technology is moving … Continue reading →

Written by: John Marshall VP of Sales on January 18, 2011.
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