Did you know that 80% of job growth comes from existing businesses? While attracting new companies is important, the greatest economic impact often comes from helping local businesses stay, grow, and thrive.
Strengthening local businesses and fostering economic resiliency is more important than ever.
Our work is guided by experience, dedication, and measurable results. The highlights below showcase the impact of our long-term partnerships, the strength of our team, and our commitment to delivering quality work efficiently. These numbers aren’t just metrics—they reflect the trust our clients place in us and the value we bring to every project.
AdvanceCT
Connecticut reimagined its website to inspire talent and key industries to consider the state as home.
One East Kentucky
The 10-county region in eastern KY utilizes our website, marketing, and VR tools to attract and support industry diversification.
Preston County Economic Development Authority
The Preston County website showcases the best of what life has to offer - a supportive community, incredible outdoor recreation, and a diverse industry base.
Broken Arrow, OK Economic Development
Attracting talent and promoting the vibrant community, career opportunities, and affordable living in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
Explore Troutdale Gateway to the Gorge
The official tourism website for Troutdale, Oregon, offering visitors information on outdoor adventures, local attractions, dining, and events in the "Gateway to the Gorge."
Grapevine, TX Economic Development
Just outside of Dallas-Forth Worth, Grapevine’s new website showcases its quickly expanding community to businesses and talent alike.
York County Development Corporation
This rural Nebraska county’s economic development website and series of VR videos were both awarded by IEDC for their innovative approach.
Convergent Nonprofit Solutions
Convergent Nonprofit Solutions helps nonprofits secure sustainable funding through capital campaigns and development strategies focused on measurable outcomes.
Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative
This northeast OR electric cooperative utilized multiple websites and a series of VR videos to engage and promote communities across its service territory.
As an economic developer, you are your community’s hero. You fight the good fight to bring in jobs, investment, improve quality of life and solve workforce challenges.
If there’s an issue - you’re the hero standing in the breach. Golden Shovel Agency has your back. We can provide the hands-on support you need so that you’re prepared to win - every time.
Schedule a call and we'll listen about your unique situation so that we can identify how to best apply our services.
We suggest goal-focused initiatives and provide guidance on how to communicate your project to stakeholders. You'll have the information needed to decide if we are right for you.
With a solid plan based in research, creativity, & strategy, we'll provide our economic development marketing expertise to showcase all your community has to offer.
Now that you're directly targeting your audience, you'll be attracting more people to your community. We will measure the success, celebrate, then get back to work.
In 2025, a strong digital presence is essential for economic development organizations (EDOs) seeking to attract businesses, investors, and skilled talent. The best economic development websites showcase innovative design, seamless functionality, and strategic communication to...
Although certainly a well-known and general term, economic development has a different definition for every community. Like the proverbial whack-a-mole game, new challenges arise based on specific needs, whether as a need to drive growth...
Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) programs are a cornerstone of successful economic development. For communities striving to foster long-term prosperity, supporting the businesses that already call the region home, is often the most cost-effective and...
This article originally appeared on and was written for Kent Valley Economic Development by Golden Shovel Agency.Aerospace Leadership and the Growing Demand for Local SuppliersWashington State is home to the largest aerospace cluster in the...
"The best thing about Golden Shovel is that they really get economic development and ED websites. All of the things I wanted built into my website were things they had already thought about and perfected, from the job board to the real estate module. The design and build process was pretty seamless, and the team was extremely responsive to feedback. I am thoroughly pleased with the end result and would recommend them to anyone looking for a similar type of site."
– Jennifer Stelly, St. Martin Economic Development Authority
"For anyone considering partnering with Golden Shovel... I would tell them they're not going to find any better customer service out there. Everybody that we worked with has been really professional, really clear to understand, and that helps us help them tell the story we're trying to tell."
– Charles Houk, Royse City Community Development Corporation
