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Danville VA: Revitalization, Preserving History, and Building a Vibrant Community

Danville VA: Revitalization, Preserving History, and Building a Vibrant Community

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Like many micropolitans, Danville Virginia shares a history of reinvention and long-time development. It's challenged with preserving historical buildings, creating a vibrant community, and attracting new industries.

It has to engage the community while focusing on economic opportunity and quality of life. So how can it do everything?

Today's episode highlights the significance of partnerships, workforce training, and skills development programs in driving sustainable growth.

Let's find out!

We're joined by:

  • Ken Larking, City Manager for the City of Danville
  • Corrie Bobe, Director of Economic Development for the City of Danville
  • Diana Schwartz, CEO of the River District Association


Today’s episode is hosted by Casey Steinbacher, Founder and CEO of Finding Next, Ted Abernathy, Founder of Economic Leadership, and Willie Jones, Senior Program Officer at the Danville Regional Foundation.

Home of Future Thinking is produced by Earfluence.


For more on the Home of Future Thinking, including information on the 2024 Conference, visit HomeOfFutureThinking.com.


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