EPISODE · Dec 5, 2024 · 20 MIN
63. Ted Abernathy on Economic Insights and Regional Growth
from DevelopLex · host Middle Tech
In this episode, we sit down with Ted Abernathy at the Hyatt downtown during the Central Kentucky regional summit. Ted, the managing partner of a consultancy based in North Carolina, discusses economic forecasts for Kentucky's nine regions and dives deep into local Lexington. He shares insights on economic strategies, labor force dynamics, and regional competitiveness. Key topics include population growth, housing affordability, and the impact of urban service boundaries. Ted also explores factors influencing people's decision to move and how Lexington can enhance its attractiveness to new residents. Join us for a data-rich conversation on the future of economic development in Lexington and beyond. Subscribe to the DevelopLex newsletter here Hosted by Weston Lockhart and Ross Boggess DevelopLex is proud to be supported by: Community Trust Bank SVN Stone Commercial Real Estate Craftsmen Contractors Learn more about Middle Tech and our network of shows at MiddleTech.com Intro music by SmithTheMister 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context 00:41 Meet Ted Abernathy 02:12 Economic Insights from the Summit 02:50 Challenges and Opportunities for Lexington 03:59 Factors Influencing Population Growth 04:59 Commercial Real Estate in Lexington 05:49 Key Competitiveness Factors 08:55 Housing Affordability and Supply 18:04 Regionalism and Collaboration
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In this episode, we sit down with Ted Abernathy at the Hyatt downtown during the Central Kentucky regional summit. Ted, the managing partner of a consultancy based in North Carolina, discusses economic forecasts for Kentucky's nine regions and dives deep into local Lexington. He shares insights on economic strategies, labor force dynamics, and regional competitiveness. Key topics include population growth, housing affordability, and the impact of urban service boundaries. Ted also explores factors influencing people's decision to move and how Lexington can enhance its attractiveness to new residents. Join us for a data-rich conversation on the future of economic development in Lexington and beyond. Subscribe to the DevelopLex newsletter here Hosted by Weston Lockhart and Ross Boggess DevelopLex is proud to be supported by: Community Trust Bank SVN Stone Commercial Real Estate Craftsmen Contractors Learn more about Middle Tech and our network of shows at MiddleTech.com Intro music by SmithTheMister 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context 00:41 Meet Ted Abernathy 02:12 Economic Insights from the Summit 02:50 Challenges and Opportunities for Lexington 03:59 Factors Influencing Population Growth 04:59 Commercial Real Estate in Lexington 05:49 Key Competitiveness Factors 08:55 Housing Affordability and Supply 18:04 Regionalism and Collaboration
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