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Curious? A personal message from the founder

Curious? A personal message from the founder

by Glenn | Jun 25, 2025 | Background, Future challenges, General

Hi Economic Developer! Curious? What is Economic Development World? My name is Glenn Athey – I’ve spent a career in local, city and regional economic development here in the UK. You might know me from my LinkedIn presence – where I write...
Workforce Skills Challenges for Local and Regional Economic Development

Workforce Skills Challenges for Local and Regional Economic Development

by Glenn | Jun 25, 2025 | Professional development, Skills

An Analysis of Skill Weaknesses and Professional Development Challenges in Local and Regional Economic Development Across Select Nations The skills challenge for economic development activities and services Economic development officers and managers serve as pivotal...

African Centre for Cities: How can Africa scale urban innovation and unlock capital for resilient, sustainable cities

by Glenn | Jun 23, 2025 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: African Centre for Cities Author: Tselane Moiloa Date published: 2025-06-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Reflections on the Hamburg Sustainability Conference Anton Cartwright For those of us working on the megatrend of Africaโ€™s...
5 Ways in Which Economic Development Professionals’ Skills Will Have to Adapt in the Next 5 Years

5 Ways in Which Economic Development Professionals’ Skills Will Have to Adapt in the Next 5 Years

by Glenn | Jun 10, 2025 | Future challenges, Professional development, Skills

As the global economic landscape is reshaped by rapid technological advancements, a heightened focus on sustainability and equity, and the increasing frequency of economic shocks, economic development professionals must significantly adapt their skills and knowledge...

Local Skills Improvement Partnership: Is the Level of Business Engagement Low in Your Local Skills Improvement Plan? How to Boost Engagment

by Glenn | Jun 5, 2025 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: Local Skills Improvement Partnership Author: glenn@mylocaleconomy.org Date published: 2025-06-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] To maximise participation and business engagement in workshops, interviews, and surveys, pitch relevant...
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