
Conference Confessions: The Real Conference Begins Before You Go!
Conference season is upon us, and if you’re like most economic development professionals, you’re probably looking at your calendar thinking, “How am I going to
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Conference season is upon us, and if you’re like most economic development professionals, you’re probably looking at your calendar thinking, “How am I going to

Quick Response codes, more commonly known as QR codes, have become a practical and popular way to share information between people and devices. Whether you’re

Picture this: A site selector, prospective business, or collaborator is scrolling through dozens of EDO or tourism websites, each claiming to be “innovative,” “results-driven,” and

The calendar doesn’t lie: the end of the fiscal year is only nine weeks away! While your annual report may be the lowest priority on

A local high school student clicks on a career and technical education (CTE) website out of sheer curiosity. Minutes later, they’ve found a program they

While we’d love to dismiss this as an April Fools Joke, the end of FY25 will be here before we know it. We are 90

As the first crocuses of March sprout from the ground, so too may your anxiety about conferences, Business Appreciation Week events, and galas slated for

Marketing and economic development professionals face a rapidly evolving landscape that demands adaptability and innovation. From social media shifts to the resurgence of in-person event

2025 is here, and the social media game is evolving FAST. Luckily, PPR Strategies is here to set your organization up for success! Last year,
PPR Strategies jumped in to help us in a pinch to manage our communications throughout a time of transition. They brought in deep industry expertise in economic development and helped us re-think our brand to launch strategic and targeted campaigns. Sandy and her team are delightful to work with, highly knowledgeable about reaching targeted audiences, and can add value to any communications team.

Amy Gowen
President/CEO, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation
As an economic developer or tourism organization, placing faith in PPR is a safe bet.

Samuel Shoge
Executive Director, Kent County Chamber of Commerce
PPR Strategies elevates your marketing and communications through every aspect of the planning and execution process.

Courtney Swenson
Stafford County Department of Economic Development & Tourism
Let’s be honest: economic development, as a term, sounds pretty technical (and often needs explanation). But strip away the jargon, and you know what economic
At the 2025 Main Street Maryland Conference, one topic came up in multiple sessions and conversations: the quiet disappearance of third places—and what that means
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