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Electric Cooperative Uses PlaceVR Technology to Boost Economic Development Despite Travel Restrictions
Opportunities and Quality of Life in Remote Northeastern Oregon Promoted with 360-Degree Video and Virtual Reality
The landscape of Grant County Oregon is vast and right now travel restrictions are keeping visitors away, but thanks to a new 360-degree vide...
The Payne Arcade Business Association, through its Payne Area ReBOOT initiative, launches NEIGHBORS SUPPORTING NEIGHBORS: A fundraising campaign in support of laid-off staff in the Payne Arcade business community
Saint Paul, Minnesota -- The Payne Area ReBOOT initiative is aimed at creating a more vital, equitable, and prosperous future for th...
Successful Reopening Preparation and Planning
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced our economy to the side of the road with over 26 million unemployment claims and a near $3 trillion relief and response aid package. But there are signs of recovery and we should be looking at moving forward. Deep in the bell...
PPE Manufacturer Headed to Southwest Wyoming
The City of Evanston, Wyoming, a client of Golden Shovel Agency, has successfully recruited ISA Corporation, a multinational manufacturing company, to the community. ISA will be opening a manufacturing and customer service facility in Evanston with plans to add a research and development facility i...
Client Spotlight - Lea Gettle
In an effort to recognize some of the greatest economic developers, clients, and partners we work with, we share these client spotlights to inspire you and give you insights on the successes and challenges that they face.
We welcome Lea Gettle to our client spotlight!
“I didn’t choos...
PowerUpJC Successfully Injected $22,000 into the Greary County Economy and They Want to Do It Again
May 19 2020PowerUpJC Successfully Injected $22,000 into the Geary County Economy and They Want to Do It Again
With dedication, collaboration, action, and cash, the PowerUpJC Business Support Program proved that “supporting business” is not just words to the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce (JCACC). Through this program, when a gift car...
Falls City, NE Launches Redesigned Website
Falls City, NE recently launched a redesigned website to further strengthen its online presence, and create a tool that depicts all the great amenities that Falls City has to offer.
“We are excited to launch this new website that has a fresh look that will mak...
Tulsa’s Future Regional Economic Development Launches Redesigned Website
Tulsa’s Future Regional Economic Development Launches Redesigned Website
TULSA, OK-- The Tulsa Regional Chamber and Tulsa’s Future t recently launched a redesigned economic development website to further strengthen its online presence, create a primary tool for business attractions efforts, and help its existing companie...
How the COVID-19 Crisis is Affecting the 2020 U.S. Census
The U.S. Census is conducted the United States every 10 years. The Census aims to count the entire population of the United States. The Census asks American households certain questions such as sex, age, and race of each person in th...
Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District Launches Redesigned Website
MAGNOLIA, TX-- Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District (WMPID) recently launched a redesigned website to further strengthen its online presence, raise awareness about their community, and make GIS capabilities available to the business community.
“This website emphasizes the properties available to be developed, the talent...
PlaceVR Technology Makes Agricultural Safety Training Memorable and Easy to Deliver for Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative
Golden Shovel Produces 360-Degree Video to Teach Ag Workers About the Hazards of Working Near Power Poles and Lines
Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative has released a new training video that aims to reduce the number o...
Client Spotlight - Tom DiFiore
In an effort to recognize some of the greatest economic developers that we work with, we will share client spotlights to inspire you and give you insights on the successes and challenges that these economic developers face.
We welcome Tom DiFiore to our client spotlight!
Tom DiFiore i...
Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative Collaborates with Golden Shovel Agency to Save Lives with Downed Power Line Safety Video
360-Degree Video and Virtual Reality Fills a Big Gap to Teach People What to Do in a Vehicle-Power Pole Crash
Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative (OTEC), in collaboration with Golden Shovel Agency, has released ...
Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress Launches Redesigned Website
OTTUMWA, IA-- At the start of the year, the Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce and the Ottumwa Economic Development Corporation merged. Now, they recently released a consolidated website for their new organization- Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress (GOPIP).
The new website has content tha...
This Idea’s Time Has Come
Apr 20 2020I know what Victor Hugo meant when he wrote, “There is nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come.” I know this because as we have all been slammed into this new reality that we live in with the COVID-19 pandemic, an idea that the team at Golde...
Miller's Youth are Already Leading
In Miller, SD, the youth are more than the future - they are the present leaders. The people of Miller don't believe in waiting until the youth are grown to involve them in the community. Instead, On Hand Development (OHD) looks for ways to involve them i...
How to Support Local Businesses During COVID-19
It is possible to make a considerable economic impact during the COVID-19 crisis by supporting local small businesses. Every dollar spent at a small business supports another 50 cents in local business activity. As an added incentive, every ten jobs created at a loca...
Tips for Managing Business Finances in COVID-19 and Beyond
Financial literacy, the ability to manage cash from and successful cash management is critical to small businesses in any economic climate. When faced with the challenges brought on by COVID-19 closures, the importance is only amplified. Fortunately, there are tools and resource...
Advice For New Telecommuters During The COVID-19 Crisis
Working from home has been riding a save of popularity in recent years, but the onslaught of COVID-19 and social distancing has pushed it to a necessity for many businesses. Working remotely now is critical for an employee's business and personal well-being. Focusin...
Guidance for COVID-19 Essential Workers
The COVID-19 pandemic has swept across the world, bringing unprecedented changes with it. Employees and employers are working together to determine how to best protect everyone's health while attempting to keep businesses moving forward. Therefore, many employees must go to work providing essential services, while man...
Upton Economic Development Board Launches Redesigned Website
UPTON, WY-- Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) recently launched a redesigned website to further strengthen its online presence, raise awareness about their community, and serve as a point of contact.
“Upton is an excellent location for transportation, has great K-12 schools, and is set i...
Paycheck Protection Program Provides Small Businesses with Forgivable Loans: What You Need to Know
Apr 2 2020Paycheck Protection Program Provides Small Businesses with Forgivable Loans: What You Need to Know
When Congress passed the stimulus package on March 27, the $2 trillion aid package included a new Paycheck Protection Program to be administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The objective of the program is t...
2020 Exceptional Economic Development Webinars to Watch While Waiting for COVID-19 to Pass
We've made a commitment to stay on top of economic development trends and technologies. We take that seriously. In that same spirit, Golden Shovel Agency frequently conducts online webinars. Our expert webinars are a way to share th...
Tips to Help Businesses Navigate Through the Response to COVID-19
Businesses are struggling financially as the response to COVID-19 has led to a reduction in consumer spending, some business closures, contracts, and payment delays. Businesses will eventually get back to normal, but what do you do in the meantime? We hav...