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Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 12
For this episode of Research Uncensored, we welcome BRF Shreveport's own Ryan Culp. Ryan provides insight into his organization's best practices and how BRF positions itself to successfully support investment in the region. He also talks about his own career trajectory, sharing details about his transition from the private sector, where he previously worked for…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 11
For this episode of Research Uncensored, we welcome Invest West Midlands' own Tracey Davenport and Anil Vaidya to talk about their work in promoting investment in the British West Midlands and their efforts to establish the region as a Life Sciences and innovation hub. We will also hear about their investment promotion work in North…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 10
In this episode, we are joined by Chris Chen, Head of Investment Promotion – Canada for Invest Hong Kong. Chris shares his experience of transitioning from the fintech industry to the public sector. We also discuss how Invest HK transformed its investment promotion programs during the pandemic and leveraged digital technologies to reach investors. Tune…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 9
S3. Ep 09: Research Uncensored. Ft. Gina Bento In this episode, we are joined by Gina Bento, Managing Director, Bento Consulting. Gina shares with us some of her extensive experience in investment and trade promotion, including her role in establishing SelectUSA, the most prominent FDI event in the United States. Before setting up her own…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 8
S3. Ep 08: Research Uncensored. Ft. Chris Steele, EBP US In this episode, we speak with Chris Steele, Principal of Economic Development at EBP-US, a Boston-based economic research firm that conducts cutting-edge economic analysis for regional development. We delve into Chris's extensive background as a site selector and discuss the role incentives play in economic…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 7
S3. Ep 07: Research Uncensored. Ft. Shannon Landauer, Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation In this episode, we are joined by Shannon Landauer, the President & CEO of the Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation, a rural economic development organization serving 4 counties in Iowa. We delve into Shannon’s extensive experience in economic development, her advice to…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 6
S3. Ep 06: Research Uncensored. Ft. Nathan Ohle, International Economic Development Council In this episode, we are joined by Nathan Ohle, the new President & CEO of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the largest non-profit membership organization serving economic developers. Nathan is an internationally recognized economic development expert with more than 17 years of…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 5
S3. Ep 05: Research Uncensored. Ft. Barry Broome, Greater Sacramento Economic Council This episode we are joined with seasoned economic development professional Barry Broome, President & CEO of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council. Barry is responsible for leading community-driven efforts to attract, grow and scale new businesses; develop advanced industries and guide new job-creation strategies…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 4
S3. Ep 04: Research Uncensored. Ft. Abdullah Jasem, Emirates Trade & Investment This episode we are joined by our UAE in-market representative, Abdullah Jasem, Founder & CEO of Dubai-based Emirates Trade & Investment (ETI). We cover our partnership and Abdullah's experience as a diplomat before committing to a career in consulting. In addition, we cover…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 3
S3. Ep 03: Research Uncensored. Ft. Danielle Casey This episode we are joined with seasoned economic development professional Danielle Casey, President of the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance in New Mexico. We discuss Danielle's career and prominent roles in Scottsdale and Sacramento and what led her to New Mexico. We also get Danielle's insight on how…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 2
S3. Ep 02: Research Uncensored. Ft. David Leezer This week we are joined by David Leezer, Vice President of Business Attraction at the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce in Texas. We delve into David's expertise on using social media as a tool to attract investment and promote a region's brand, as well as his thoughts…
Research Uncensored Podcast – Season 3, Episode 1
S3. Ep 01: Research Uncensored. Ft. Next Move Group Starting off 2022 with a simulcast with our good friends at the Next Move Group! This episode has quite a few fun surprises to announce for both firms! In addition, the group reflects on the previous year and chats about trends they expect to see in…
