Category Archives: Demographics

Brain Drain: Communities Need to Communicate with 15-24 yr old Citizens

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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In Minnesota, according to the recent census data,  college-aged kids are moving out of rural communities and into larger communities and young families are moving into rural areas from larger communities.  One possible explanation suggests that the younger group is … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on August 23, 2011.
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Should community developers become social media managers?

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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Social Media for Economic Development: Should community developers become social media managers? Today’s economic development director must juggle tight budgets, competitive business climates, and the ever changing world of online community development.  While many communities continue to expand the economic … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on May 10, 2011.
Posted in Community Branding, Community Development, Community Profiles, Demographics, Economic Development, Economic Growth, Entrepreneurship, GateKeeper, Golden Shovel Agency, Online Community Development, Rural Broadband Initiatives, Social Management, SocMed Marketing, Sustainable Energy, Trends | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Geopolitics: Are we ready for the future?

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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India takes the jobs. China holds the lender’s note. The Middle East controls the oil production. Egyptian revolution. What is the future of international politics and economic growth? The World Economic Development forum site is a good place to start … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on February 4, 2011.
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Demographics for Everyone!

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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Whether you are a site selector, new business, or community developer, finding community data is important, and with the wonderful Internet it is also amazingly easy to get to. Of course, some of the data is free while more specific … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on February 3, 2011.
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Community Lifestyle: Tell Your Story Online

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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Every community has a culture and heritage that is a source of pride for its residents. So what part does this play in attracting businesses and economic growth? First of all, if you accept some of the ideas promoted by … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on February 2, 2011.
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Economic Development Meets Technology

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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In order to understand the future one should spend some time in it. Looking ahead, I ask the question, “What will technology do for our society next?”  I believe the advances in technology are going to continue to help people … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on February 1, 2011.
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Introduction to 2011 Trends in Economic Development: Technology, Lifestyle, Demographics, Geopolitics, and More

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Ron Kresha President and CEO
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Several trends are dominating Economic Development conferences: technology, lifestyle, demographics, geopolitics, and more.  Each of these trends has a wealth of information and practices behind them, and there are many qualified speakers on each topic.  I am going to attempt … Continue reading →

Written by: Ron Kresha President and CEO on January 31, 2011.
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