#29: Economic Development Success with Amber Miller

In this episode, Doug and Chuck talk with Amber Miller, Vice President of Economic Development for the Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation, sharing how she entered the industry, why strong partnerships matter, and how collaboration between engineers, utilities, and city leadership helps communities win big projects.She breaks down what companies look for when choosing a location, the “deal‑killer” questions site selectors ask, and why infrastructure readiness and workforce are often the deciding factors. Amber also explains how communities balance speed with due diligence and what engineers can do to strengthen, or weaken, a project’s chances.She closes with a powerful reminder: great infrastructure creates opportunity, safety, and long‑term growth.–Our hosts:Doug Glenn, President, CEC® – Connect with Doug on LinkedInChuck Mitchell, Oklahoma Market Leader, CEC® – Connect with Chuck on LinkedIn–Our guests:Amber Miller, Vice President of Economic Development, Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation – Connect with Amber on LinkedIn–CEC® brings you interviews with the leaders who are eliminating aging infrastructure and driving community growth. We’ll discuss their wealth of experiences, thechallenges they often face, the opportunities before them and the people they serve. Because it’s what we’re all about, we’re calling it the Get Stuff Built Right® podcast.–Learn more about CEC®: https://www.connectcec.com/–Disclaimer: This recording of the Get Stuff Built Right® Podcast is the property of CEC® and is not to be used without our written consent. The views expressed belong to the guests. We don't tell them what to say.