Project Catalyst: An Economic Development Podcast

@MaynardNexsen's newest podcast features the projects and people in Southeastern US economic development #podcast #economicdevelopment

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This episode, Alex Cate of @MadeinAL & Dillon Fritz of the @hudsonalpha discuss the growth of Alabama’s life sciences sector.e Hear how the state is attracting major investments, supporting innovation, and building a strong bioscience foundation.

🔗https://t.co/3A1Pl4WvOG

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Miller Girvin of @EDPAlabama shares how the state is creating new connections between startups & established companies to help innovative solutions reach the market while also giving founders the opportunity to refine & grow their businesses.

🔗Listen at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee

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On this episode of Project Catalyst, Tina and Tom are joined by Miller Girvin, President of @EDPAlabama.

Hear why intentional strategy and strong relationships are critical to competing in today’s economic development landscape: https://t.co/ALre2HkS2N

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💡“@gsochamber, for all intents and purposes, is all about pro-business and making sure the economy is thriving for every citizen."

🎧 Hear how the Greensboro Chamber is supporting businesses & the regional economy through partnerships & programs at
https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee

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🎙️ Marvin Price of the @gsochamber joins Project Catalyst to share why the Triad’s workforce, connectivity, and business-friendly climate is making it a top contender for major projects.

🔗 Listen to the full episode now at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee

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🎙️This week, we welcome Marvin Price, EVP of Economic Development at @gsochamber and @NCEDA Board Member, to discuss how the triad region is reaching new heights in #econdev.

🔊Tune in to hear how NC is positioning itself for long-term success at https://t.co/bWd20VpUoJ!

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🔋“We see energy as one of the greatest opportunities of our time… to strengthen the grid, advance national security, & drive our economic growth.”

🎧Cristina Paredes discusses how SC Nexus, an initiative of @SCcommerce is transforming SC. Listen at https://t.co/3A1Pl4WvOG!

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⚡This episode, Cristina Paredes of @sccommerce shares how SC Nexus is transforming the state into a national leader in grid modernization, energy storage, and cybersecurity. Learn how SC is powering the future of energy and what it means for #econdev at https://t.co/3A1Pl4WvOG!

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🔌“We really are making sure we have a disciplined approach to economic development & even new business development recruitment.”

🎧Leigh shares how Alabama Power is supporting investing in rural site development & workforce innovation.

🔗 Listen now at https://t.co/bWd20Vpmzb!

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⚡In this episode, Leigh Davis shares how @alabamapower is playing a pivotal role in shaping Alabama’s economic future, supporting everything from hyperscale data centers & EV manufacturing to rural site development & workforce innovation

🔊Tune in at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee!

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This episode, we sit down with John Driscoll of the Alabama Port Authority to explore the Port’s pivotal role in driving economic growth across the state. Tune in to hear how Alabama is positioning itself as a logistics powerhouse in the Southeast at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee!

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This week we welcome @NCCommerce's Lee Lilley. He outlines his vision for the Department & discusses priorities ranging from infrastructure investments to long-term statewide growth. Tune in now for an insightful conversation on the future of NC at https://t.co/dYgWh5pFK3!

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🔊“Because of [Alabama’s] community college system, we are able to provide a trained workforce."

Economic developers Valerie Gray & Laurie Huguley share what makes Alabama a great place for businesses. Learn more about rural development on episode 13 at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee!

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⚡ Tina and David welcome Andrew Tate of @DukeEnergy to discuss one of the most pressing issues in economic development: the availability of power.

🔊We explore the growing demands of power & how Duke is addressing clean energy requests. Tune in at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee!

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🔊 "Without attracting industry to the state, all the work we'll be doing has no meaning."

AMP’s Mike Oatridge chats with us about how the organization is working to recruit new businesses across the EV ecosystem to Alabama and the Southeast. Tune in at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee!

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🔊 "[The EV market] is not just about electric cars– it's about the entire ecosystem to support those electric cars."

⚡ Mike Oatridge of AMP joins us to discuss the different markets that the organization supports, from mining to recycling. Hear more at https://t.co/3A1Pl4WvOG!

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For the first episode of 2025, Tina and Tom welcome Mike Oatridge, Executive Director of the Alabama Mobility and Power Center (AMP).

🔊 The group covers the work of AMP and the future of electric vehicles in the region. Listen now at https://t.co/3A1Pl4WvOG!

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“We’re branded as the American South; we’re the world’s best place to do business.. and we’re sharing that message on behalf of the American South...”

🔊Matt & Brian of the @SEDCouncil discuss how they advocate for the entire southern region. Listen at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee

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This episode we welcome Brian Gwin & Matt Tackett of the @SEDCouncil!

🔊We discuss the value of economic development associations for members, businesses, & local economies & dive into SEDC’s traditions & global advocacy for the region. Tune in now at https://t.co/3A1Pl4WvOG!

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“It can take anywhere from a year to three years to four years to get a site ready for a company.” - Brian Gwin of @nscorp

🔊 Hear how southeastern states are ensuring continued economic development by preparing sites for future developments at https://t.co/3A1Pl4X3Ee!