In the Trenches: Learning from Practical Experiences in Oregon Economic Development
Learn from real-world, real-time practical stories and experiences about economic development in Oregon. We’ll stay away from buzzwords and catch phrases, and instead focus on the tangible (and intangible) skills that are required to significantly impact economic development and changes in Oregon communities. This panel is comprised of experts in the public and private sector who will share their stories about what economic development really means.
Featuring
John Southgate
Former Director of Economic Development, City of Hillsboro; Principal, John Southgate LLC
Keith Leavitt
General Manager of Business Development, Port of Portland
Mike Rogoway
Oregonian Business Reporter
Moderator: Randy Ealy
City of Beaverton, Chief Operating Officer
Supplemental Reading
- John Southgate quits Hillsboro to work for chamber of commerce
- The Community Developer: Karen Williams Forges Public-Private Collaborations
- Q&A: John Southgate steps down as Hillsboro’s economic development director
- Beaverton all smiles about Nike’s Washington County expansion
- Estacada city manager takes Beaverton job
- Oregon tech adding jobs, boosting wages and leading state back from the recession
- Conference Sneak Peek: The Mayor’s Panel Moderated By Jeff Mapes, Oregonian
- Conference Sneak Peek II: Communications Best Practices for Local Government Success
- ELGL Conference Planning Team