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Daryl Phillips, CEcD, EDFP
I work as an economic developer consulting with communities and companies developing locations, building communities and identifying and developing workforce. However, my opinions on this blog are free and my own, as is the blog itself.
I am a member of International Economic Development Council, Southern Economic Development Council, Tennessee Economic Development Council and International Council of Shopping Centers.
I have earned over 20 years experience in economic and workforce development. I have earned and maintain the designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) from International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification from National Development Council. I have earned a Master of Business Administration from Tennessee Technological University.
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Recent Posts
- TIGER grants replaced by BUILD grants for local/regional transportation infrastructure
- Happy Economic Development Week!
- An update on Opportunity Zones and Opportunity Funds
- Have your quality in economic development programs recognized by your peers
- Retail Development Event for Tennessee and Kentucky
- How to ask your local government for money to promote rural tourism
- Happy Pi Day!
- 2018 IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards
- Opportunity Zones and Opportunity Funds – Another Economic Tool for Your Community?
- Successful Succession Planning for Business
- Opportunity Funds – A new resource for economic development investment
- Business resiliency and planning for disruption
- Helping businesses connect to customers online
- Have a wonderful life this holiday season!
- Small Business Saturday – Better than Black Friday and Cooler than Cyber Monday (Nov. 25th)
- 2017 Tennessee Governor’s Conference on Economic & Community Development
- 2017 IEDC Annual Conference
- Dove hunting season or shooting for tourism growth
- Disaster and Disruption Planning for Communities and Companies
- I put a dollar in a change machine and I didn’t get it
- Workforce development for advanced manufacturing in the Cheatham County region
- Cheatham County May 2017 unemployment rate lowest in nearly 2 decades
- 2017 Tennessee Economic and Community Development Conference
- Tennessee Reconnect: Help for adults to go back to college
- How do you measure your workforce?
- The It’s a Wonderful Life EDO
- Why Invest in Economic Development
- Tennessee Rural Economic Development Conference
- A post with economic development tied to a haiku, it’s true!
- Right turn on LOCAL CITIZENS WHO SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STREET
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IEDC Leadership Summit
After a slow drive to the airport and a delay of a couple of hours, I finally made it to Houston yesterday for the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) 2010 Leadership Summit. I’ll miss spending the weekend enjoying the rare … Continue reading
Travel
There was a time when all travel was an adventure… and a good thing. On snowy mornings like today, I’d rather spend Saturday at home.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Last Quarter Growth Reported
“U.S. Economy Grew at Fastest Pace in 6 Years Last Quarter” in the New York Times Business section reports on last quarter’s GDP growth.
Incubators ‘In’ Again
In today’s Wall Street Journal, it was reported that business incubators are showing signs of revival (“Start-Up Incubators Reborn“). Incubators provide entrepreneurs with support that makes starting and growing a business easier. A successful business incubator isn’t automatic, however. It … Continue reading
Nattering Nabob of Positivity
Especially for counties with extremely tight marketing budgets, any kind of mention in the media has a big impact on our image, relatively speaking. Getting positive mentions like these in BusinessWeek and in yesterday’s press release by ERSI, the geographic … Continue reading
ESRI to Demonstrate Broadband Mapping Application on Capitol Hill — REDLANDS, Calif., Jan. 25 /PRNewswire/ —
ESRI to Demonstrate Broadband Mapping Application on Capitol Hill — REDLANDS, Calif., Jan. 25 /PRNewswire/ — I was able to see a sneak peek of this broadband mapping application several weeks ago. This a great asset for communities planning to … Continue reading
Just the facts, ma’am! (to keep from paying tax)
Hickman County Economic & Community Development Association has filed its IRS Form 990 on time, but I wanted to remind all those tax-exempt non-profit organizations out there the importance of timely filing with the IRS. It is our duty under … Continue reading
Hickman County’s Duck River Featured by National Geographic
A quality of place item: a featured article and photos on National Geographic.com show the abundance of life in one cubic foot of the Duck River, one of the most biodiverse waterways in the United States. As beautiful as it … Continue reading
Officials find thousands of small firms haven’t paid state’s business tax – Nashville Business Journal:
Officials find thousands of small firms haven’t paid state’s business tax – Nashville Business Journal: Another article in this week’s Nashville Business Journal reports on a business issue that I have been aware of, but should on the minds of … Continue reading
What licenses and permits do I need for my business?
Business.gov tweeted me on Twitter a reminder this morning that anyone can check what licenses and permits a business needs in their specific zip code by typing in the zip code and selecting the type of business on this page, … Continue reading
‘Local’ movement brews up business for area spirits makers – Nashville Business Journal:
‘Local’ movement brews up business for area spirits makers – Nashville Business Journal: “The local food movement is fast becoming the local booze movement. In an annual survey of more than 1,800 professional chefs who are members of the American … Continue reading
Confluence Solar
Congratulations to Clinton and Anderson County, TN on the announcement of the Confluence Solar facility! The competition was tough and their preparation paid off.
Dark and stormy tonight, clear skies tomorrow
It is a dark and rainy night and I am waiting for the Entrepreneur Workshop to begin in about 30 minutes. I hope that the rain doesn’t prevent people from attending. But if so, what of it? If a little … Continue reading
Hickman County Starting a Business Workshop — TONIGHT!!
Learn more about business! TONIGHT!! Considering starting a business? Do you have a business that you are ready to grow to the next step? You may want to check this out. There will be an Entrepreneurship class informational session at … Continue reading
This Thursday night at 6 – learn about business
Learn more about business! Thursday Night! Considering starting a business? Do you have a business that you are ready to grow to the next step? You may want to check this out. There will be an Entrepreneurship class informational session … Continue reading
Free small business tax workshop
Confused about business taxes? How about personal tax advice? For a free, interactive virtual small business tax workshop, check out the IRS Virtual Tax Workshop.
Motivation in Business
I began reading the book, Drive: the Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us. Not too surprising so far for me – having the tools to work toward a clear personally appealing goal is more motivating long-term than a big salary. … Continue reading
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Whether you have the day off or are working today, take time to remember the ideal that the founding fathers documented in the Declaration of Independence and that Dr. King reiterated in his “I Have a Dream” speech: “We hold … Continue reading
Them nosy guv’ment folks, why should I answer their questions?
It is time for the decennial census mandated by the United States Constitution. In 2010, U.S. Census workers will be mailing, calling, and visiting to count the population of the United States and to learn a little about our people. … Continue reading
What’s up for 2010?
Becky McCray has another great article, “2010 Rural Small Business Trends“, on smallbiztrends.com. Read how these 10 trends will affect rural small business this year: (1) Census 2010 (2) Health care reform (3) “Shop local” campaigns grow up and out … Continue reading
Mid-South Economic Development Course
I wanted to pass on a great opportunity for economic development training near Tennessee that is coming up soon. The Mid-South Basic Economic Development Course conducted by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Institute for Economic Advancement will be … Continue reading
Domestic Kitchen – Tennessee Food Safety Certification course to be held near Hickman County
Individuals who use a domestic kitchen to prepare, manufacture and sell food to the public can ensure their facilities meet Tennessee Department of Agriculture regulations through an upcoming course presented by University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Food Science Technology … Continue reading
New business starts dropped (duh) – Maybe quality will compensate for quantity
The Wall Street Journal reported yesterday in ‘Business Formation Tumbles 10% in Wealthiest Countries‘ that “(t)he number of entrepreneurs starting new businesses dropped 10% in the wealthiest nations last year and fell 24% in the U.S., according to a report … Continue reading
Most County Offices Up For Election in 2010
Every four years, most Tennessee county officials face election. Having good qualified candidates and a high involvement by knowledgeable voters is an essential part of economic and community development. Here are some of the job descriptions for county elected officials, … Continue reading
Elvis visited, why not you?
Happy belated birthday wishes go out to the late, great Elvis Presley. Elvis visited Hickman County and stayed at the H&W Motel (now the Grinders Switch Inn) in Centerville back in March 1961. Check it out, Elvis’ headline didn’t even … Continue reading
Stay tuned
Not many more Monday mornings here at BNA….
Leadership Hickman – community leadership skills development
Community leadership development programs contribute greatly to economic and community development. Having an annual class is a requirement to become certified in the Governor’s Tennessee Three-Star (3-Star) Award for Preparedness for Economic & Community Development. Like a lot of small … Continue reading
State of The Year for Tennessee
The Tennessean reports on Tennessee’s recognition for success in economic development in the article “Developments earn TN ‘State of the Year’ title“. Even in a tough environment, success in job creation and capital investment are possible when communities work together … Continue reading
Starting a business… is it right for me?
“How to Decide if Entrepreneurship is Right for You” from The Wall Street Journal offers another tool for someone who wants to start a business. For other tools, check out other entries on this blog or the www.business.hickmantn.org site.
Want to start a business? Check it out in the new year.
Considering starting a business? Do you have a business that you are ready to grow to the next step? You may want to check this out. There will be an Entrepreneurship class informational session at the Hickman County Career Center … Continue reading