What happens when you pair one of the friendliest economic developers you&#39;ll ever meet, with one of the most interesting cities that you&#39;ve never heard of? In this episode, Dane meets Stewart McGregor of Grand Prairie, Texas. Special Guest: Stewart McGregor.Sponsored By:<ul><li><a href="https://econdevshow.com/#/portal/account/plans" rel="nofollow">Econ Dev Pro</a>: <a href="https://econdevshow.com/#/portal/account/plans" rel="nofollow">Upgrade your subscription and support the Econ Dev Show with a paid membership. Plus AI in Economic Development and other bonuses.</a></li></ul>Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.focusdailynews.com/grand-prairie-hires-new-economic-development-manager/" title="Grand Prairie Hires New Economic Development Manager" rel="nofollow">Grand Prairie Hires New Economic Development Manager</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dallasnews.com/news/2021/03/23/grand-prairie-city-employee-named-to-national-40-under-40-list/" title="Grand Prairie city employee named to national 40 Under 40 list" rel="nofollow">Grand Prairie city employee named to national 40 Under 40 list</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcgregorstewart/" title="Stewart McGregor, CEcD | LinkedIn" rel="nofollow">Stewart McGregor, CEcD | LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gptx.org/businesses/economic-development" title="Economic Development | City of Grand Prairie" rel="nofollow">Economic Development | City of Grand Prairie</a></li><li><a href="https://www.bisnow.com/dallas-ft-worth/news/industrial/amazoncom-to-bring-fulfillment-center-500-jobs-to-forney-105596" title="Amazon Cements Forney's Status As 'The Next Logical Industrial Frontier'" rel="nofollow">Amazon Cements Forney's Status As 'The Next Logical Industrial Frontier'</a></li><li><a href="https://www.bisnow.com/dallas-ft-worth/news/commercial-real-estate/the-prime-opportunity-zone-no-one-is-talking-about-in-grand-prairie-106319" title="The Prime Opportunity Zone No One Is Talking About In Grand Prairie" rel="nofollow">The Prime Opportunity Zone No One Is Talking About In Grand Prairie</a></li><li><a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2021/06/21/relocation-station-grand-prairie.html" title="RELOCATION STATION: After 35 years, Grand Prairie sets sights on new office projects - Dallas Business Journal" rel="nofollow">RELOCATION STATION: After 35 years, Grand Prairie sets sights on new office projects - Dallas Business Journal</a></li></ul>

15: Dane Talks to Himself About the Econ Dev Show

Dane Carlson explores the strategies, ideas, and insights that are driving economic development forward into the future.  You'll hear new insights from passionate ED's about their successes and struggles, and you'll learn from attraction and retention experts about how to apply actionable strategies inside your EDO.  We'll help take your organization, your community, and your career to the next level.