A practical, no-hype guide to using AI in economic development — from grant writing to site selection to BRE surveys. Written by an ED professional who built the tools.
Why generic AI tools fall short for economic developers — and what to look for instead. The mindset shift that makes everything click.
Grant narratives, RFI responses, inbox triage. The three workflows that pay back their setup time in the first week.
How to go from blank page to 70% draft in under two hours. Building your reusable community data library. Writing needs statements that don't sound generic.
Responding to RFIs faster, building a competitive data room, and making your community stand out before the site visit.
Designing surveys that get responses, using AI to identify at-risk businesses, and turning data into a retention action plan.
Creating a sustainable AI workflow for your team, managing the learning curve, and staying ahead as the tools evolve.
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