City of Pullman Launches Economic Development Marketing & Strategy Initiative

    PULLMAN, WA, August 03, 2021 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The City of Pullman has retained Golden Shovel Agency to provide economic development research, planning, development marketing, and assessment services.

The process will provide Economic Development Manager, Jennifer Hackman, and city leaders a well-researched marketing assessment and recommendations to develop a strategic plan to market the City of business retention and recruitment.

"The City of Pullman has unique resources and the potential to attract more businesses and residents," said Hackman. "By interviewing stakeholders and developing a robust digital presence, the City of Pullman can aggressively pursue targeted industries, businesses and new residents."

A comprehensive survey coupled with stakeholder interviews will be conducted over the next five weeks resulting in a final recommendation and city council presentation.

"Using a national economic development agency is a great opportunity for the City of Pullman to objectively identify strengths and weaknesses," said Mayor Glenn Johnson. "The City Council and I are looking forward to the research and recommendations - this information will give us an economic development advantage."

THE CITY OF PULLMAN has historical roots in agriculture and was incorporated in 1888. It has grown to an estimated 2020 population of over 34,000. Known for the rolling hills, Pullman is home to Washington State University and the international headquarters of Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.

GOLDEN SHOVEL AGENCY is a full-service economic development marketing agency. Whether the goal is to attract and support great businesses or great talent, we are your specialists in the industry. We've helped hundreds of communities across the globe to shape and tell their stories in order to strengthen the vitality of their regional economies. Learn more at https://www.goldenshovelagency.com

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