In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson sits down with Rich Garman, Director of Economic Development and Finance at the North Dakota Department of Commerce, to explore how North Dakota’s unique scale and culture enable fast, collaborative economic development. Rich highlights the benefits of a close-knit network where “everybody knows everybody,” the ability to push projects forward at breakneck speed, and the importance of trust and reputation in such a small state. Listeners will come away with insights into what makes North Dakota’s approach distinctive and how lessons from the state’s nimbleness can inspire economic developers everywhere.

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Special Guest: Rich Garman.

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Links:

• Richard Garman | LinkedIn
• North Dakota State Government - ND Portal
• ND Commerce Director of Econom…–Lignite Energy Council Podcast – Apple Podcasts
• North Dakota Energy Projects, Part 2 | Mike Seminary & Friends