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How Tariffs Could Disrupt Fundraising—and What Economic Development Leaders Can Do About It
By RDG Principal Brent Jonas As daily news about tariffs and trade realignment dominate the national spotlight, chamber and economic...

Brent Jonas
May 73 min read


The Importance of Collaboration Between EDOs and Chambers in Challenging Times
By RDG CEO Clint Nessmith Matt Chambers and I attended IEDC’s Leadership Conference in Washington D.C. a few weeks ago. The conference...

Clint Nessmith
Mar 263 min read


The Anchor for Success: Why a Solid Investor Relations Framework is Essential for Economic Development Organizations
By RDG Senior Principal Amy Curtis In today's fast-paced global economy, economic development organizations (EDOs) and chambers create...

Amy Curtis
Jan 223 min read


The Election Happened, Now What?
“A politician thinks of the next election. A statesman, of the next generation.” -James Freeman Clarke By RDG Senior Principal Amy Curtis...

Amy Curtis
Dec 16, 20245 min read


**The RDG Process – How We Build Organizations that Build Communities**
By RDG CEO Clint Nessmith There are many individuals in the economic development and Chamber industry who have never worked with a...

Clint Nessmith
Nov 25, 20243 min read


FACING THE OBVIOUS
By Columbus Partnership President and CEO, Kenny McDonald - RDG Guest Blogger "Nothing is so treacherous as the obvious." – Joseph A....

Kenny McDonald
Nov 18, 20241 min read


CLIENT PROFILE: Central Virginia Partnership for Economic Development
Profiles in Leadership: Helen Cauthen By RDG Principal Ellie Dunavant Resource Development Group (RDG) recently completed a successful...

Ellie Dunavant
Sep 17, 20245 min read


ACCE Annual Conference Recap
By RDG CEO Clint Nessmith It was a privilege to once again attend ACCE's Annual Conference. Thank you to ACCE for their seamless...

Clint Nessmith
Aug 5, 20242 min read


Tourism and Placemaking: A Pillar of Economic Development
By RDG Principal Brent Jonas With summer winding down and back-to-school ads popping up, many are squeezing in last-minute vacations. But...

Brent Jonas
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Unlocking Success: The Role of Communication and Collaboration in Regional Economic Development
By RDG Principal Amy Curtis Economic development entities play a pivotal role in fostering regional growth and prosperity. These...

Amy Curtis
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Why ESG Still (and Will Always) Matter
By RDG Director of Innovation and Research Doug Radcliff Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Corporate Social Responsibility...

Doug Radcliff
May 17, 20242 min read


Maximizing Productivity and Efficiency in Fundraising
By RDG COO Matt Chambers Fundraising, whether via memberships and sponsorships or special funds/campaigns, is a critical component in the...
Matthew Chambers
Apr 9, 20242 min read


Navigating Workforce Evolution: Initiatives, Trends, and the Role of Economic Developers
By RDG Principal Ellie Dunavant Today’s economic landscape is evolving rapidly, demanding innovative solutions from economic developers...

Ellie Dunavant
Mar 13, 20242 min read


CLIENT PROFILE: Detroit Regional Partnership
Maureen Krauss: Profiles in Leadership By RDG Principal Amy Curtis RDG has a long history of working with Maureen Krauss. Today, we are...

Amy Curtis
Feb 9, 20245 min read


Welcome to 2024!
By RDG CEO Clint Nessmith The holidays are the one time during the year when I can put my mental energy into things that aren’t RDG...

Clint Nessmith
Jan 5, 20242 min read


Making a List. Checking it Twice. Is Your Market on the Naughty or Nice List?
By RDG Principal Brent Jonas Some regions stand out as beacons of growth and prosperity, embodying vibrant economies that attract...

Brent Jonas
Dec 18, 20232 min read


Organizational Optimization
By RDG CEO Clint Nessmith Change is challenging and constant. No one knows this better than those of us working in the chamber and...

Clint Nessmith
Nov 27, 20233 min read


CLIENT PROFILE: Greater Portland Inc - Monique Claiborne: Profiles in Leadership
By RDG Principal Amy Curtis RDG started working with Monique Claiborne and Greater Portland Inc in 2022. This engagement included both a...

Amy Curtis
Oct 16, 20233 min read


Brent Jonas and Ellie Dunavant join Resource Development Group
RDG is excited to add Brent Jonas and Ellie Dunavant to our team! Brent comes to us after most recently serving as COO of Sustain SC. He...

Clint Nessmith
Sep 15, 20232 min read


CLIENT PROFILE: REDI Cincinnati - Kimm Lauterbach: Profiles in Leadership
By RDG Principal Amy Curtis “Education is both a tool of social justice as well as a fundamental driver of economic development.” -Kevin...

Amy Curtis
Aug 9, 20236 min read
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