Darin Hamm, Tourism and Business Development Director of the City of Castroville, TX, joined Laith and producer Joel Natalie for a conversation about growing economic opportunities in and around a culturally-sensitive and historic district.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Our hosts leaned into the experience of Carol Kilko, a veteran of economic development in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as they discussed different initiatives in attraction, BRE, and workforce development over the years.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Our hosts discussed the broad efforts it takes to rebuild a local workforce development system with Diana Dodd, Assistant Director of the Leavenworth County (KS) Development Corporation.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Your hosts along with producer Joel discussed the latest economic development news coming out of Erie, and what's challenges and opportunities lie ahead in 2025.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

The President and CEO of the Erie Community Foundation, Karen Biloweth shared the work of this 90 year old local institution, who has pivoted beyond its role as a grant funder, to an impact investor.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Our hosts welcomed Kaley Holyfield and Wendy Lopez of the Wyoming Business Council to discuss economic development and workforce strategies in the context of a state with the smallest population in the US.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Laith and Tina welcomed Jeremy Young, CEO of Federal Resources Corporation to the studio for an in-depth discussion of the triumphs and challenges of operating a cutting-edge tech company outside of the typical tech hubs.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Ohio ED expert Erik Collins, City of Centerville, OH Development Director talks priorities for business attraction, retention, and expansion.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Laith and Tina interviewed Bradford R. Ehrhart, President of the Portage (OH) Development Board, who spoke of maximizing the strategic location of the county he represents, and how regional and state partnerships enhance company attraction and retention.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse

Dr. Perry Wood, Executive Director of the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority joined Laith and guest co-host Kim Thomas for a discussion of Erie community priorities, including a local child-care strategy.

Hosts:

Tina Mengine - CEO of Erie County Redevelopment Authority

Laith Wardi - President & Founder of ExecutivePulse