Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development

182: Engineering Economic Success: A Systems Approach to Development with Jason El Koubi


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In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson sits down with Jason El Koubi, President and CEO of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, to explore the intersection of analytical thinking and economic development leadership.

Jason discusses how his engineering background shapes his systems-thinking approach to economic development, the value of hiring talent from competitive states like Georgia, North Carolina, and Ohio, and the importance of continuous learning in the profession.

He emphasizes the critical role of passion, ethics, and effective communication in economic development work, while sharing insights from his recent 360-degree evaluation and his commitment to ensuring positive economic growth across all regions of Virginia.

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Special Guest: Jason El Koubi.

Sponsored By:

  • Sitehunt: Sitehunt is an AI-enhanced platform that helps economic developers build a comprehensive property database, enabling informed decisions and efficient RFI responses to accelerate site selection and project success.

Links:

  • Jason El Koubi | LinkedIn
  • Virginia Economic Development Partnership
  • Virginia Economic Development Partnership | LinkedIn
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