Bryan Beatty

Advancing Business Attraction & Data-Driven Growth Strategies

Bryan Beatty supports economic development organizations across the United States by helping them leverage data-driven tools, site selection technology, and strategic marketing solutions to achieve business attraction, expansion, and retention goals. With more than 11 years of experience in the economic development industry, Bryan specializes in aligning EDOs with digital platforms and strategies that strengthen community competitiveness and investment readiness. His work focuses on building meaningful relationships with EDO leaders and ensuring they have the insights and resources needed to position their communities for long-term growth.

Over the course of his career, Bryan has partnered with numerous economic development organizations to launch data-rich site selection platforms, integrate immersive multimedia content, and embed targeted workforce and industry data throughout their websites. Many of the strategies he introduced continue to be used by EDOs today. His expertise includes business attraction, BRE strategies, and foreign direct investment, supported by extensive experience helping organizations use data to improve visibility and outreach.

Bryan holds a Master of Public Administration with a specialization in Economic Development, reinforcing his ability to help communities navigate evolving industry trends, data applications, and competitive positioning. His participation in national events—including IEDC’s Rural Retreat, CALED, and TEDC—keeps him closely connected to the challenges and opportunities facing today’s economic development professionals.

Outside of work Bryan enjoys exploring the Southwest as well as the communities he works with.