by Brittany Ryzenga | Jul 31, 2013 | Uncategorized
Did you miss our live webinar event? If so, you may not know that 97% of community-based marketing is ineffective, that 70% of retail spending happens after 6pm, or that marketing phrases like “something for everyone,” “beauty and heritage,”... by Brittany Ryzenga | Jul 30, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Dean Whittaker This month, I had the privilege to host a webinar presented by Rebecca Ryan, founder of Next Generation Consulting. The thought-provoking discussion focused on the “next generation” of workers – why they matter, what they want, and how to... 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 Whittaker Associates | May 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
By Jami Miedema Last month, I wrote about incubators and the effect their success can have on a community. This month, I want to take a look at research and technology parks and the benefits they provide to their local areas and beyond. Research parks are similar to... by Brittany Ryzenga | Mar 31, 2011 | Uncategorized
By Dean Whittaker For the past three days, I have witnessed an amazing example of community leadership. A group of our community leaders in West Michigan determined that the business model on which our community is based is obsolete and no longer provides the future...