158: From Volunteer to CEO with Jennifer Storm
Jennifer Storm shares her journey from accidental economic developer to CEO of the Buda Economic Development Corporation, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of leading a nearly built-out community.
Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development
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Show Notes
In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson talks with Jennifer Storm, CEO of the Buda Economic Development Corporation, who discusses her transition from association management and government relations to economic development leadership. Storm shares insights about managing a rapidly growing community that's 90% built out, the importance of team building, and how her background in various roles prepared her for leading economic development in one of Texas's fastest-growing corridors.
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Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers
- Focus on building and developing the right team for your organization
- Don't underestimate the value of volunteer experience in economic development
- Build strong relationships with regional economic development partners
- Plan strategically when dealing with limited developable land
- Stay connected with community stakeholders through regular communication
- Consider the impact of surrounding communities on your development strategy
- Leverage prior experience from other fields in economic development
- Be proactive in addressing space constraints in your community
- Maintain strong connections with your board and city leadership
- Focus on quality development when quantity is limited by space
Special Guest: Jennifer Storm.
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