A Different Model of Information Sharing for Economic Development

I recently did something called a 'Blab' with Art Jones from The Art of Standing Out. For anyone who has never heard of a 'Blab'  its a truly impressive platform, allowing you to connect and hold interviews or private conversations with thought leaders online, and even record your conversation for posterity.

And...the kicker for me was, it is EASY and actually works!

The focus of discussion was the launch of EMI, a new economic development consulting firm I have founded to focus on economic development strategies that are innovative, inclusive, and provide impact to clients. Art and I talked about my motivations for starting EMI and our services, and we talked about some of the challenges and opportunities facing cities, regions, and states today. 
But my favorite part of our time together was when he asked about the obstacles that myself, EMI, and all economic development professionals have to overcome to stay on mission, and committed to helping client's achieve inclusive economic development strategies and outcomes. 

Pick up at minute 22, second 56 to hear the discussion on how to keep inclusion in the forefront of your strategies. (22:56)
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Clue: It has to do with that funky picture in the heading from the world of cyber security!

https://soundcloud.com/art-jones/chat-w-emily-manz-founder-of-emi-economic-development-business-attraction