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Regional Development Trusts
This concept paper proposes a design for regional development institutions that invest in proven “market making” strategies that reduce concentrated poverty; build assets in poor neighborhoods; and connect poor neighborhoods to regional economic opportunities. It was funded with a grant from the Ford Foundation.
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Manufacturers Council Case Study
A case study of the Manufacturers Council of West Michigan as a tool for economic development. Developed by John Cleveland.
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User Group Handbook
A handbook for organizing groups of companies around common implementation of best practices as an economic development strategy. John Cleveland helped develop this practice in West Michigan.
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Sustainable Economic Development
A comprehensive approach to integrating sustainability and economic development strategies for multiple bottom line outcomes. Developed by James Nixon of Sustainable Systems and John Cleveland of INC.
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Cluster Development
An overview of the theory and practice of cluster development as an economic development strategy.
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Economic Development Strategies
An overview of basis strategies for economic development at the state and regional levels.
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