Aaron Finley, Senior Project Consultant at Thomas P. Miller and Associates, joins the program to provide an overview of economic modeling and why it is used. You'll hear stories about the application of economic modeling and lessons learned, as well as the difference between accurate and useful data. 

Lindsay Miller from Ice Miller joins the program to discuss the importance of broadband investments as a vital part of fostering economic growth. Discover the broadband environment in the Midwest, as well as national and regional trends. Lindsay shares insights about available resources for communities that want to invest in expanding their broadband capacity.

Jennifer Jelenek, COO of the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership, joins the program to discuss the case for midsize cities in the post-pandemic world. Jennifer discusses placemaking and the importance of leaning into local assets, and the shifts that she has seen in the regional housing markets.

In this episode, host Vicki Thompson, Senior Project Consultant at Thomas P. Miller & Associates, is joined by Barb Ewing, CEO of the Youngstown Business Incubator. Barb discusses her career journey and the mission of the Youngstown Business Incubator. Discover the importance of equity and inclusion, and how the incubator supports economic development.

Jeff Finkle, President and CEO of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and Tom Miller, President and CEO of Thomas P. Miller & Associates, join the program to discuss tips and takeaways how economic developers can help their communities move forward during times of crisis and beyond. Discover the role of economic developers changed during the pandemic and some of the enduring changes we can expect to see in a post-pandemic world. You’ll also hear about some of the exciting events IEDC has on the horizon over the coming year!

Tune in for the first episode of Eco Devo Radio, and hear from Thomas P. Miller, President & CEO of Thomas P. Miller and Associates, as he discusses the changes that he has seen in economic development over the years, and shares insights on how workforce and economic development organizations can wisely utilize funds for maximum impact.