by Ellen D. Harpel | Sep 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Since Smart Incentives started in 2013, state and local economic development organizations have significantly improved their ability to track incentive program performance and monitor compliance with the terms of incentive deals. During our first year, we...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Sep 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
In a recent Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF) webinar, representatives from Arizona, New York, and Texas highlighted the role states play in fostering the growth of the semiconductor industry. According to the state economic...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Aug 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) hosted a session on “Getting Inventive with Incentives” as part of the Economic Development and Labor track at NCSL’s annual Legislative Summit last week. I enjoyed moderating the lively conversation around the...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Aug 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Manufacturers continue to face long-standing workforce challenges. A new brief published by the W.E. Upjohn Institute suggests that the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) can help manufacturing enterprises meet their training and hiring needs. The key is to...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Jul 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Evaluating economic development incentives is crucial for ensuring their effectiveness and driving program improvements. Virginia’s Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) has been leading evaluations of the Commonwealth’s incentive programs...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Jul 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
The 2023 CREC Policy Academy for state and regional economic development leaders seeking to improve their strategic collaboration is in full swing. Through the Academy, six state teams – Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin – are...
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