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Local Economic Development Handbook

ACCRA has released The Local Economic Development Handbook: A Guide for Practitioners & Communities. This book, jointly developed with ACCRA and the American Chamber of Commerce Executives, is a vital source of trends, case studies, how-tos, innovative programs, and insightful thinking about critical issues in community economic development. Learn from both your peers and leading experts in the field.

The Handbook covers such important components of successful economic development as:

  • Research & Analysis
  • Regionalism
  • Technology
  • Cluster / Sector Development
  • Marketing & Prospect Presentations
  • Comprehensive Strategies
  • Quality of Life & Sustainability
  • Strategic Planning
  • Workforce Development
  • Measurement & Evaluation
  • Global Economy
  • Local Retention & Expansion
  • Partnerships
  • Competitiveness, Incentives, Clawbacks

This new resource from ACCRA is sure to provide professionals interested and involved in local economic development with new tools for success. The Handbook can be ordered by visiting the ACCRA Store. 


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