Fourth Economy

🌟 Save the date! 🌟 Fourth Economy is hosting a webinar next Wednesday, October 30th, from 1-2pm ET. Tune in to hear from Carolann Ouellette of Maine Office of Tourism, George Ivey from the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, and Priya Sircar of Road Openers, LLC. Don't miss this chance to gain practical knowledge on tapping into your community’s arts, culture, and outdoor recreation potential. Secure your spot today! https://bit.ly/3ZniTlV #ArtsEconomy #CulturalInvestment #EconomicDevelopment #CommunitySuccess #CommunityEngagement #Webinar

Nicole Muise-Kielkucki, Director at Fourth Economy, is moderating a panel at the University of Pittsburgh Center for Sustainable Business 2024 Sustainable Business Forum on Thursday, October 24th, 10:20-11:00 am. "The Voice of the Leader" interactive discussion will center around how to lead change as a Practitioner, no matter the seniority level.  Explore the complete agenda here. https://lnkd.in/gyQ2F5gg #SustainableBusiness #BusinessForum #NetworkingEvent #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy

Discover how communities are optimizing arts, cultural, and outdoor recreation resources to drive economic development, attract talent, and enhance quality of life. Join us on Wednesday, October 30th, from 1-2pm ET for a discussion among three expert panelists. Carolann Ouellette, Director of Tourism, Film and Outdoor Recreation, State of Maine George Ivey, NC Development Director, Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Priya Sircar, Founder, Road Openers, LLC, and former Arts and Culture Officer, City of Charlotte Moderated by Nicole Muise-Kielkucki, Director at Fourth Economy. The last 15 minutes will be reserved for audience Q&A. Register today! https://bit.ly/3ZniTlV #ArtsEconomy #CulturalEconomy #OutdoorRecreation #EconomicDevelopment #Webinar #VirtualEvents

As Brookhaven, GA, marks its 10th anniversary as an incorporated city, Fourth Economy played a crucial role in shaping its future. Working under the leadership of Decatur, GA, based firm Blue Cypress Consulting, LLC, we supported the city's 10-year Comprehensive Plan Update, focusing on housing and economic development analysis. With data-driven, community-focused strategies, we aimed to preserve Brookhaven's cultural heritage, promote affordable housing, and foster sustainable growth. Read the blog to learn more. ➡ #UrbanGrowth #CommunityPlanning #EconDev #Analysis #AffordableHousing #Brookhaven #GA

We're excited to offer free office hours on Tuesday, October 8th, 2-3pm EST, for those working in economic development, philanthropy, and non-profits who want to improve their ability to collect and use public data. This session is ideal for novice to intermediate data users and will provide practical, hands-on support to help you turn data into actionable insights. During the hour, you can expect: 🔸 A live demo of data pulling from various sources 🔸 The opportunity to review specific community cases and work through your own data challenges 🔸 Guidance on developing a custom project scope for your community Spaces are limited, so be sure to register today! https://lnkd.in/gR5_SYet #EconomicDevelopment #Philanthropy #NonProfits #DataDriven #OfficeHours

Are you interested in the intersection of culture and the economy? Join our upcoming webinar on Wednesday, October 30th, 1-2pm ET, to explore the economic potential of arts, cultural, and outdoor recreation assets. Key Discussion Points: 🎨 The value of arts, culture, and outdoor recreation in community development 🏞 How investments in these areas advance broader economic goals ❇ The benefits of inclusive community engagement 🌎 Real-world impacts and results of strategic planning in this sector Featuring expert panelists: Carolann Ouellette, George Ivey, and Priya Sircar. Register today and be part of this important conversation! https://bit.ly/3ZniTlV #Webinar #Event #Arts #Culture #OutdoorRec #Tourism

Fourth Economy helped client Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology secure $30.5 million in funding from the Lilly Endowment. Rose-Hulman will use the grant to develop a community innovation hub that benefits students and Terre Haute community members alike. Read the blog to learn more about the project, our approach, and the results ➡

Ruth Whittaker leads policy efforts on workforce, delivery, autonomous vehicles, the sharing economy, and telemedicine issues at Chamber of Progress. Read our interview with Ruth to learn how she advances the Chamber’s mission, what excites her most in the field, what questions she’d like to answer for lawmakers to inform more equitable policy, and more!

The Fourth Economy team is on the move. Interested in connecting with us at a conference in October? 🍁 Send us a message today! 💬 2024 Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference by Center for Community Progress 🗓 Oct. 9-11 📍 St. Louis, MO Denique Dennis-Young, Senior Consultant, is attending the conference. Fall Georgia Planning Association Conference | Speaker 🗓 Oct. 9-11 📍 Augusta, GA Ross Berlin, MPA, Consultant, and Chris Worley, Director, are attending the conference and presenting a session on Fourth Economy's housing model and projections for Gwinnett County's 2045 Unified Plan, addressing Georgia's emphasis on expanding housing supply to foster economic growth. Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association | Speaker 🗓 Oct. 13-15 📍 Erie, PA Maura Kay, Consultant, Maya Haptas, Senior Consultant, and Sally J. G., Vice President, are attending the conference. Maura and Maya are giving a presentation on assessing the economic impact of trails on commercial districts. Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization + Indiana Association of Regional Councils Future INSIGHT Conference | Speaker 🗓 Oct. 15-17 📍 Indianapolis, IN Chris Worley, Director, is attending the conference and presenting a session on harnessing the power of data to create catalytic change. #conferences #events #StLouis #Augusta #Erie #Indianapolis

To celebrate Intergenerational Month this September, Denique Dennis-Young, Senior Consultant at Fourth Economy, shares how embracing the strengths of different age groups, organizations, and communities, can catalyze innovation, create more accessible and inclusive spaces, and lead to economic resilience. #IntergenerationalMonth