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[Case Study]: Supporting Resilient Water Systems: Pennyrile ADD Builds Institutional Knowledge
The Challenge of Retaining Institutional Knowledge at Small Water Systems An important but often overlooked management problem for small organizations is retaining institutional knowledge through the years. This concept refers to the collection of unwritten or decentralized information accumulated over...
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[Session Summary]: “Strengthening Regions through Equity and Economic Inclusion Strategies”
In March 2022, the NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF) hosted the session “Strengthening Regions through Equity and Economic Inclusion Strategies” as part of the NADO Washington Conference. Delivered in support of the New Growth Innovation Network’s Inclusive Recovery Initiative...
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Solsmart: A Regional Approach to Solar Energy Adoption Webinar + Report
On March 30, 2022, the NADO Research Foundation, the National Association of Regional Councils, and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council hosted a discussion with three Regional Development Organizations that have been involved in SolSmart’s Regional Organization Pathway Program...
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2022 “Afternoon with the CEDS” Workshop Materials Now Available
Nearly 60 participants from across the United States came together in Arlington, Virginia for the NADO Research Foundation’s “Afternoon with the CEDS” workshop on March 16, 2022. This workshop provided training on innovative approaches to Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)...
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[Case Study]: Supporting Resilient Water Systems: Lumber River COG’s Teaching Tuesdays Education Series
RDOs and Water Systems: A Collaborative Effort In much the same way that water systems consist of many interconnected parts all working together in support of the whole, a collaborative network of organizations and partners must also be in place...
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[Webinar Recording]: Embracing Change in St. James, MN
During this webinar, learn how a group of committed, caring, and passionate residents of St. James, MN (pop. 4,750) chose to embrace the changing population demographic in their small town as an opportunity. In the process of getting to know...
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[Webinar Recording]: Strengthening Connections Between States and Economic Development Districts
As pandemic recovery continues throughout the United States, there is a tremendous opportunity right now to better coordinate economic development planning efforts at the state and regional levels to drive prosperity and resilience. The NADO Research Foundation and Center for...
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National EDD Leadership Capacity Building Initiative Resource Page
In support of Stronger Districts, Stronger Regions, a National Economic Development District (EDD) Leadership Capacity Building Initiative, the following materials have been gathered on various subjects to assist current and rising executive directors, RDO Board Members, and RDO staff. The...
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Stronger CEDS, Stronger Regions Economic Development Writing & Lecture Series
In the spring and fall of 2021, the NADO Research Foundation reached out to experts and thought leaders across the country to reflect on key issues and trends impacting the field of regional economic development. The result is the Economic ...
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Congratulations to the 2021 NADO Photo Contest Winners
Congratulations to the 2021 NADO Photo Contest winners and runners-up! This year, nearly 100 images were submitted from members across the country that demonstrated what makes their regions great places to live, work, and play. Images were judged in five categories:...
