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In this episode of the Develop This Podcast, Dennis Fraise interviews Courtney Dunbar, who leads Burns and McDonnell's site selection consulting practice. They discuss the essential characteristics of a good industrial site, the challenges communities face in site preparation, and the importance of understanding target industries. Courtney emphasizes the need for diligence in site preparation, the value of certified sites, and the role of master planning in optimizing site functionality. The conversation also touches on effective marketing strategies for sites, the significance of building relationships within the site selection community, and the impact of FAM tours. Courtney concludes with advice for economic developers on sharpening their business cases to attract suitable industries.
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In this episode of the Develop This Podcast, Dennis Fraise interviews Courtney Dunbar, who leads Burns and McDonnell's site selection consulting practice. They discuss the essential characteristics of a good industrial site, the challenges communities face in site preparation, and the importance of understanding target industries. Courtney emphasizes the need for diligence in site preparation, the value of certified sites, and the role of master planning in optimizing site functionality. The conversation also touches on effective marketing strategies for sites, the significance of building relationships within the site selection community, and the impact of FAM tours. Courtney concludes with advice for economic developers on sharpening their business cases to attract suitable industries.
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