How to Drive Economic Growth and Impact

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Williston Works

Williston Economic Development

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Williston Works brings you in-depth discussions with entrepreneurs, small business owners and investors that are getting it done in Western North Dakota. Hosted by Shawn Wenko, the Executive Director of Williston Economic Development, Williston Works finds out what it takes to make it in the Bakken.

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How to Drive Economic Growth and Impact

Williston Works

21 minutes 18 seconds

8 months ago

How to Drive Economic Growth and Impact

In this week’s episode, Anna Nelson and Cyrena Weeks, talk about how to drive economic growth and impact.

They discuss how Tri-County RDC helps businesses secure funding, access grants, and navigate loan programs to fuel local development. Cyrena shares insights on how Williston’s business landscape has evolved, the challenges entrepreneurs face, and how strategic partnerships have led to major infrastructure projects, including the region’s new airport and workforce training programs.

If you’re looking for more information on Tri-County Regional Development Council, you can reach them at https://tricountyrdc.com/

For more information on Williston Economic Development, check out https://www.willistondevelopment.com/

Chapters:

00:00 - Teaser

00:12 - Episode Intro

00:30 - Williston Works Podcast Intro

00:50 - Meet Cyrena Weeks

01:56 - What is Tri-County RDC?

03:21 - Williston’s Business Culture

07:12 - Challenges for Small Businesses

08:33 - $117 Million in Business Funding

09:08 - Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)

11:21 - Successful Business Partnerships

14:43 - The Future of Williston’s Growth

16:23 - Goals for Tri-County RDC

17:53 - Workforce & Childcare Initiatives

18:22 - Supporting Entrepreneurs with SBDC

19:48 - How to Contact Tri-County RDC

20:47 - Closing Remarks