Economic Development
Shift
An Article Series on 21st Century Strategies
for Economic Development Organizations in
Small Cities and Rural Communities in the US
“This was the best seminar I was privileged to attend in the past two months. The speaker was unreal good and the info he gave us has already had a positive impact on our town. It was a game changer for Federalsburg. Good job. No, great job. Thank you.”
— Bill Beal Mayor of Federalsburg, Maryland
“I had the opportunity to sit in on a speech Jason provided in the South Lake Tahoe. His was truly a thought provoking perspective and one that I immediately brought back to my colleagues. Jason is a seasoned speaker with a charismatic style that blends messaging around economic development, community building and marketing. Truly inspirational!”
— Lynn Carpenter VP Marketing, VisitCalifornia
“Jason provided our group with a great mix of data, humor, and insights that were informative and entertaining at the same time. He planted seeds and impressions that I know will resonate in our community in the coming months. We’ve received very positive feedback from attendees. He was a hit for sure!”
— B Gorman President & CEO of Tahoe Chamber
“Your presentation was the icing on the cake. You brought a very inspiring and well thought out message. I would love to see your ideas begin to root here in Nevada.”
— Sheryl Gonzales Project Manager, Western Nevada Development District
“Jason excites the mind when he is speaking. He is creative and brings the ever-changing culture to the discussion of long-time problems. He looks through new eyes. Our 60-plus CEO attendees enjoyed his talk greatly…and are still referring to his ideas!”
— T. Jan Wiseman Executive Director, Greater Salisbury Committee
“Jason has the incredible ability to take complex, creative ideas and articulate those ideas in a very powerful way. Our community WILL move forward thanks to Jason Broadwater.”
— David Bradley President & CEO of Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
“Jason speaks from the heart and doesn’t just tell you the good things about your community. But that’s what makes him a great speaker. We received positive feedback from our businesses, educational partners, elected officials, philanthropic and non-profit partners that were in attendance. I would highly recommend him again.”
— Anthony Gallo President, Lorain County Chamber of Commerce, Ohio