Local radio returns to Hancock County thanks to the diligent efforts of a small group of citizens. Through the leadership of Jim Nightingale, a communication focus group met for the first time on January 16, 2018, to address the issue of the local radio station going off the air. “I’ve always been involved with the farming community, and when the radio station went off the air, I immediately received several phone calls from concerned citizens. They wanted to know how we could get our radio … [Read more...] about Locally Owned Radio Returns to Hancock County
Our Strategic Plan
Strategic planning helps leaders of an organization define their vision (the dream), set their goals, define ways to meet those goals, and develop practical ways to bring about necessary changes. It provides a living vehicle for organizational leaders to think strategically, to make sound decisions in a sea of game-changing circumstances, to focus efforts, and to develop consensus for collaboratively solving problems.If our communities are going to thrive, we will have to adapt, and think … [Read more...] about Our Strategic Plan
Director’s Report
By Terry Pope, Executive DirectorAs a farmer just finishing spring planting, I have been thinking a lot about plans. I had field plans, what crops I planted and where; marketing plans, what crops to sell and when; and of course, financial plans. This all to be successful. Likewise, Hancock County Economic Development has a Strategic Plan, to help the Hancock County economy be successful. Business Retention And Expansion During the first quarter of the year there have been 15 business … [Read more...] about Director’s Report
Working Together
By Matt Kraus, Board President, Hancock County Economic Development “We’re All Working Together, That’s the Secret” – Sam Walton Communities do not magically grow and prosper. It is the cooperation and determination of neighbors, friends, and families working together toward a common goal that enables the places we love to thrive. In Hancock County, we are lucky to have so many people working together to make this an even better place to live, work, and grow.I would like to extend a thank … [Read more...] about Working Together