EPISODE · Aug 2, 2021 · 20 MIN
13: "Rural is Cool" BR&E in Southeast Ohio with Taylor Stepp
from Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development · host Dane Carlson
In this episode we talk about making "rural cool" in Southeast Ohio with Taylor Stepp, and democratizing growth by recruiting white collar remote-workers to a traditionally blue collar region. Dane and Taylor discuss the benefits of rural communities, BR&E and remote work opportunities. Taylor also dispels some preconceived notions about Appalachia. Special Guest: Taylor Stepp.
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In this episode we talk about making "rural cool" in Southeast Ohio with Taylor Stepp, and democratizing growth by recruiting white collar remote-workers to a traditionally blue collar region. Dane and Taylor discuss the benefits of rural communities, BR&E and remote work opportunities. Taylor also dispels some preconceived notions about Appalachia. Special Guest: Taylor Stepp.Sponsored By:Econ Dev Pro: Upgrade your subscription and support the Econ Dev Show with a paid membership. Plus AI in Economic Development and other bonuses. Links:JobsOhio - Ohio Economic Development — JobsOhio is a private nonprofit corporation designed to drive job creation and new capital investment in Ohio through business attraction, retention and expansion efforts. Taylor Stepp, CEcD | LinkedIn Economic Development and Developers in the News — Taylor earned his CEcD, and was highlighted in the June 30, 2021 edition of Economic Development and Developers in the News. Southeast Ohio - Wikitravel OhioSE Economic Development
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