Econ Dev Show Host Dane Carlson speaks with Rev Birmingham President and CEO David Fleming about how Birmingham has been transformed from an industrial city into a thriving service economy with healthcare and education at its center.
David shares how Rev Birmingham fosters downtown vibrancy, supports small businesses, promotes regional collaboration and more.
The two leave a comprehensive list of action items for economic developers which include:
- Focus on supporting local businesses that give your city a unique character and “make the city cool.”
- Create incentives that help historic redevelopment while still allowing for new growth.
- Work in partnership with various city authorities (parking, transit, housing) to align development goals.
- Develop housing incentives that encourage economic diversity, not just luxury developments.
- and many more
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