Here is an example of a county that appears to be running to old, traditional answers. In an economic slowdown, of course, companies pull back and slow their capital investment plans. So, by definition, the recruitment game gets harder.
Nevertheless, one county in Florida is accelerating plans to increase recruitment. There is not much original thinking here.
Here are some alternatives to consider:
by Ed Morrison.
Full Story: http://edpro-weblog.net/news/2008/10/29/economic-development-in-a-slowing-economy