Module One: Building the Organization

A) Setting the Scene – The Roots of Innovation

• Research Based Economic Development

• Community Needs Assessment
• Stakeholder Identification, Consultation and Collaboration (Buy-in)
• Economic Development Measures
• Develop the Model

B) Building the Governing Structure

• Board of Directors
• Vision, Mission, Goals
• Board Engagement
• Measurement and Evaluation
  
  

C) Attracting and Retaining Private Investment Partners

• Engaging the Private Sector
• Investment Policies
• Partner Servicing

D) Attracting and Retaining Public Investment Partners

• Public Sector
• Economic Development Partners
• Funding Policies