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ICED - Rural Innovation on Sep. 10 -12, 24 9:30 am to 9:45 am 🗓️. Check out Christian Boyle, Board Director's session: Session info: Enthusiasm is highly underrated – How to create momentum for projects that transform region 💼. https://loom.ly/0AGXjw4

Levelling up: Rethinking regional development in the United Kingdom How do we create economic growth that reaches everyone, everywhere? A new study by Rob Huggins, Piers Thompson, Malcolm Beynon, David Pickernell, and Paul Jones in the Annals of Regional Science tackles this question, using a sophisticated analytical approach to unravel why some #regions thrive while others struggle. The findings go against the simplicity of "one-size-fits-all" policies and advocate for more nuanced, region-specific strategies. The study underlines that economic #development hinges on the interaction of factors such as #innovation, #entrepreneurship, human capital, and local activity levels. It reveals that regions often follow entrenched pathways shaped by historical advantages (or disadvantages). For example, areas with longstanding industrial legacies or remote coastal locations face structural challenges that require unconventional and deeply targeted interventions. Meanwhile, regions like Leeds and South Gloucestershire show how investing in entrepreneurial ecosystems and innovation clusters can yield transformative growth. The authors argue that achieving #Britain’s levelling-up ambitions demands recognising the profound diversity of regional conditions and avoiding homogenised policy solutions. Instead, policymakers must collaborate with businesses and communities to foster tailored strategies that account for local strengths and challenges. To explore this important research, the full paper is available at: https://lnkd.in/d2mmmK2X.

To truly address regional #inequality, we need to move beyond the traditional efficiency vs. equity debate. The future of territorial #development lies in place-sensitive strategies, that is approaches that balance local strengths with broader systemic challenges. By recognising the unique potential of each region and tailoring policies accordingly, we can unlock economic opportunities for both dynamic and left-behind areas. This shift requires addressing key barriers such as weak institutions, limited innovation, and social discontent as a way to foster a more inclusive, resilient form of #growth. My new research with Federico Bartalucci, Nancy Lozano & María Eugenia Dávalos posits that it is time for a development model that goes beyond one-size-fits-all, helping all regions thrive by playing to their strengths and tackling their challenges head-on. https://lnkd.in/du-YABah

COUNTDOWN TO CONFERENCE! We are delighted to announce that Jeremy Phillipson, Director of the National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise and Professor of Rural Development at Newcastle University, will be speaking on The State of Rural Enterprise: Adapting and Innovating Through Change at #IEDConf2024. The session will be chaired by Kirsty Weakley, Head of Content/News Editor at Local Government Chronicle. For the full agenda, and to book your place at next week's conference 'Economic Transition – How do we deliver long-lasting change in our towns, cities and regions?', please visit https://lnkd.in/eBQmNkH3. Sponsors: AtkinsRéalis Lichfields UK Pegasus Group WECD Copper Consultancy Growth Maturity Index (YTKO GROUP LIMITED and GPC Skills Ltd) Key Cities Social Value Engine Media partner: Local Government Chronicle #economicdevelopment #regeneration #regionaldevelopment #localeconomy #economicgrowth #inclusivegrowth #sustainablegrowth #devolution #communitydevelopment #healthycommunities #placemaking #netzero #socialvalue #townplanning #rural #housing #propertydevelopment #infrastructuredevelopment #inwardinvestment #businesssupport #enterprise #entrepreneurship #employability #skillsdevelopment #researchanddevelopment #innovation #planning #surveying #engineering #highways #transport #localgovernment #localgov #localauthority #localauthorities #councils #university #universities #highereducation #professionaldevelopment

🔓 📈 Unlocking Growth through Sectors, Cities, and Clusters 🏭 🌐 🏙 As a precursor to the upcoming *Growth Summit* in Washington, D.C. this October (organized by Growth Teams, the Charter Cities Institute, and the Center for Global Development), we recently hosted a workshop that explored strategies for driving economic growth through targeted interventions in sectors, cities, and clusters. This was one in a series of workshops aimed at identifying promising but under-resourced interventions to promote broad-based economic growth in developing countries. 👀 Flip through the slides to see key takeaways and promising intervention-areas discussed. 💡 We’re also keen to hear what others think–what are the most promising, high-potential but neglected or under-resourced interventions and initiatives to promote economic growth through sectors, cities, and clusters? Let us know in the comments 💬 or reach out to us directly 📩 🙏 Special thanks to participants: Michael Castle-Miller, Astrid R.N. Haas, Andy Hinsley, Christian Ketels, Patrick Lamson-Hall, Tim O'Brien, Lindsay Whitfield, and Justin Williams. #GrowthSummit #EconomicGrowth #Sectors #Cities #Clusters Kartik Akileswaran Jonathan Mazumdar Chema Triki Kurtis Lockhart Jeffrey Mason Stephen Brien

Gain perspective on what equity means at the intersection of the digital world and rural. Perspective can change approaches and move things forward for health, economics, and overall life enjoyment.

Selkirk College Researcher Contributes to Rural Canadian Report The 2024 State of Rural Canada report is here, covering challenges and opportunities in rural, remote, and northern communities across Canada. Stories of resilience, transformation, and innovation highlight the diverse strategies rural communities are using to revitalize local economies, honour cultural heritage, and advance sustainability. The British Columbia chapter—Risks and Transition Towards Resilient Economic Pathways—explores how the province is integrating reconciliation into rural development strategies, addressing climate change through innovative adaptation and mitigation, and expanding opportunities for remote work and entrepreneurship through digitalization. Dr. Sarah-Patricia Breen, BC Regional Innovation Chair in Rural Economic Development at Selkirk College, co-authored this chapter. Check out the full report to see how small communities are mobilizing for sustainable and inclusive futures: https://lnkd.in/g-bsbvyF The State of the Rural Canada report is published by the Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation .

🌟It's Economic Development Week! 🌟 Did you know that economic development in the County of Grande Prairie is all about fostering growth and prosperity for our community? From supporting local businesses to attracting new investment, we're dedicated to building a thriving economy that benefits everyone. Stay tuned this week as we dive deeper into why economic development matters! #EconDevWeek24

FREE-TO-ALL WEBINAR: TUESDAY 14TH MAY, 10-11AM "Growing local economies: strategies for sustainable growth", hosted by Social Value Engine (jointly owned and developed by East Riding of Yorkshire Council and ROSE REGENERATION LIMITED). Our Executive Director Nigel Wilcock is delighted to join this event, where he will be discussing our Grow Local, Grow National manifesto, and delving into the significant impact of social value and localised focus on economic growth alongside Robin Fry and Claire Watts. For more information about the event, and to register, please visit https://lnkd.in/e78-27E7. #economicdevelopment #regeneration #levellingup #regionaldevelopment #localeconomy #economicgrowth #inclusivegrowth #sustainablegrowth #devolution #communitydevelopment #healthycommunities #placemaking #netzero #socialvalue #townplanning #housing #propertydevelopment #infrastructuredevelopment #inwardinvestment #businesssupport #enterprise #entrepreneurship #employability #skillsdevelopment #researchanddevelopment #innovation #planning #surveying #engineering #highways #transport #localgovernment #localgov #localauthority #localauthorities #councils #university #universities #highereducation #professionaldevelopment #CPD

I am delighted to share that our paper, titled " Examining the connection between resourcefulness and resilience: analysis of UK rural SME firm-level enterprise characteristics" (co-authored by Nenia (Evgenia) Micha and Damian Maye), has been accepted for publication in the Journal of Rural Studies. Countryside and Community Research Institute, University of Gloucestershire. This is part of the National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise (NICRE) research project and it explored the relationship between #resourcefulness and #resilience in #rural UK small and medium-sized enterprises (#SMEs), highlighting how these firms have adapted and thrived during the #Covid pandemic. By clustering firms based on key enterprise characteristics, our study aimed to contribute valuable insights to the ongoing discussions about #rural_development, #resourcefulness and #business_resilience. https://lnkd.in/edN5H3-A