by Brittany Ryzenga | Aug 31, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Vidhan Rana We have heard many economists say that the U.S. economy is heavily dependent on consumer spending. Consumption expenditure accounts for approximately 70 percent of the nation’s GDP. Since the so-called Great Recession began in late 2007, there has been... by Brittany Ryzenga | Aug 31, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Jami Miedema Earlier this month, I was made aware of a beneficial website for economic development professionals – Strengthening Brand America. This educational site, created by The Burghard Group, aims to help economic development organizations leverage... by Brittany Ryzenga | Aug 31, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Dean Whittaker While visiting Shreveport, LA a few months ago, I was given a brief tour of the lobby of the new Air Force Cyber Warfare Center. This brand new, 100,000 sq. ft., high security, $100 million dollar facility sat in the middle of a new 3,000 acre... by Brittany Ryzenga | Oct 29, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Vidhan Rana Vidhan Rana, a research analyst at Whittaker Associates and member of our staff since January 2008, moved back to his home country, Nepal, after six years of study and work in the United States. He is going to continue his working... by Brittany Ryzenga | Oct 29, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Jami Miedema While rearranging the office this month, I came across the book Fish! by Stephen Lundin, Harry Paul, and John Christensen. I had heard positive reviews from those who had read it, so I was curious to learn what it was all about. The story is a parable...