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Best Economic Development Websites for 2025
Dec 16 2024In 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 connect with their target audience effectively. In this article, we’ve curated a list of the...
Beulah Blooms in June
Jun 18 2025This article originally appeared on and was written for Beulah Convention & Visitors Bureau by Golden Shovel Agency.Beulah residents eagerly await summer, drawn by the abundance of outdoor activities that thrive under the long, sunny days and short, warm nights. Once the sun returns, opportunities to enjoy the outdoors seem...
Golden Shovel works with Bollig Engineering, a company that specializes in the planning, funding, management, and execution of civil engineering projects. We are bringing you this case study as an example of the positive impact infrastructure upgrades can have on your community.Strengthening a City by Connecting Land, Air, and RailWith...
Using Data to Drive Economic Development Success
Jun 17 2025The data is clear: communities that invest in strategic marketing experience transformative outcomes. Golden Shovel Agency, a leading economic development marketing agency, has harnessed the power of data to demonstrate the profound impact marketing can have on economic development.With hundreds of clients and thousands of industry contacts, GSA has conducted...
Custom Marketing Strategies and Websites that Work: The Golden Shovel Agency Economic Development Solution
Jun 10 2025Although 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 through new business attraction, skilled talent development or simply telling a unique story in a...
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 impactful strategy.Business surveys should be a core component and vital tool for strengthening any BR&E...
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 world, with over 250,000 aerospace-related employees and more than 1,400 firms supporting the industry. Within...
This article originally appeared on and was written for Thayer County Economic Development Alliance by Golden Shovel Agency.At a young age, Caleb C. Mitchell discovered that his voice in this world came from creating with his hands. Founder and owner of Deed & Glory Custom Shop, Mitchell started with a...
This article originally appeared on and was written for Faulkton Area Economic Development by Golden Shovel Agency.Ready to shake off that case of Cabin Fever?Whether you live next door or in the next state over, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Faulkton as National Travel and Tourism Week (May...
This article originally appeared on and was written for Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation by Golden Shovel Agency.Roswell, New Mexico, is home to one of the leading Beehive Homes assisted living and memory care centers in the country. It was originally opened by Kurt Gass, who chose to invest in...
The Website Will Help Bring Businesses and Individuals to the RegionMONTGOMERY COUNTY, KS – The Montgomery County Action Council (MCAC) is excited to debut its newly designed website, https://www.actioncouncil.com/, created in partnership with Golden Shovel Agency. The redesign brings a clean, modern look to MCAC’s online presence and offers improved...
This article originally appeared on and was written for the Acadiana Planning Commission by Golden Shovel Agency.An important project for Acadiana first conceived in the late 1990s is receiving a new focus following the signing of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 into federal law. The act provides for...
New Redesigned Website, Crafted by Faulkton Area Economic Development Corporation with Golden Shovel Agency, Embodies the Spirit of This Community of Opportunity FAULKTON, SD–The Faulkton Area Economic Development Corporation (FAEDC) recently redesigned its website, www.faulktonsd.com, which highlights the “We Believe in Possible” guidepost for this Community of Opportunity situated in north...
This article originally appeared on and was written for the Powder River Energy Corporation by Golden Shovel Agency.Broken Arrow Farm is a family-owned and operated business established in 2014 in Newcastle, Wyoming, in the state’s northeast corner. Owners Paul and Bailey Eitel, and their three young sons, raise a variety...
Staffing is one of the biggest challenges facing American companies right now and is directly affecting business expansion plans. It’s no longer enough to find a strategically-located site with existing utility infrastructure; companies are increasingly looking for communities with skilled workers and a high quality of life.The economic development experts...
This article originally appeared on and was written for the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation by Golden Shovel Agency.St. Cloud is prepared to meet the healthcare needs of residents across the region with a new medical school opening this fall. CentraCare Regional Campus St. Cloud is the first expansion from...
A robust Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) program is the real engine behind sustainable economic growth. While groundbreaking ceremonies and new company announcements grab the headlines, small, medium, and legacy businesses steadily fuel job creation, investment, and long-term resilience.For economic developers, the work of BRE often happens behind the scenes,...
Economic developers often focus on new business recruitment, but the companies currently operating in your area are just as valuable. These businesses provide stability to the workforce and improve residents' quality of life if they offer customer-facing products or services.You can’t always tell when a business is struggling or preparing...
This article originally appeared on and was written for Kitsap Economic Development Alliance by Golden Shovel Agency.Founded in the late 1980s in Kitsap County, WA, under the name Skookum, Tessera is rebranding itself, embarking on a significant evolution amid unwavering dedication to its purpose of "creating opportunities for people with...
In communities across the country, Chambers of Commerce serve as the heartbeat of local economies. These organizations are far more than networking groups—they are powerful engines for economic vitality. From advocating for pro-business policies and supporting entrepreneurs to leading workforce development and community branding efforts, Chambers are uniquely positioned to...
This article originally appeared on and was written for Great River Energy by Golden Shovel Agency.In today's business landscape, one resource quietly underpins everything from data-driven decision-making to global logistics: electricity. Without sufficient power, even the most innovative industries can't thrive. For electric cooperatives, meeting the demands of growing businesses,...
Domestic tourism is emerging as one of the most important opportunities for communities looking to grow their local economy in 2025. According to the Tourism Economics Report, international travel to the United States is expected to drop by over 5% this year, with a projected $64 billion decline in total...
In today’s unpredictable global trade environment, local businesses—especially small and medium-sized ones—are under immense pressure. From rising tariffs and disrupted supply chains to ongoing inflation, they’re facing operational challenges that threaten their long-term viability. For chambers of commerce and economic development organizations (EDOs), this is a critical moment to step...
This article originally appeared on and was written for the City of Tracy Economic Development by Golden Shovel Agency.California’s Central Valley is an economic hub known as one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world. However, Tracy is on track to become a hub for recreational tourism, offering...