Join us for a Tomball EDC update for #econdevweek and as we discuss economic development with Kelly and Tiffani, as well as their experiences working in economic development and the importance of growth and progress for a city. They mention their organization's annual report and conferences, as well as the challenges of balancing progress with citizen concerns. They emphasize the importance of supporting small businesses and having a local presence. We also talk about specific assets in the City of Tomball, such as downtown infrastructure and the Depot. Learn why you should by into the excitement about their work and the opportunities for growth in any region by partnering with an economic development organization in your area.Chapters:Tweetables: "Those two things [to] me is what hits home, we are a business resource to help [businesses], whether they are looking at coming into our community, we are [also] a business resource for our existing businesses, primarily." - Tiffani Wooten“[It’s] always a challenge because like I said, we’re trying to kind of balance the attraction of new businesses and also making sure that doesn’t have a negative impact on existing businesses and also making sure that doesn’t have a negative impact on existing businesses, or our community in some way. Whether that be an environmental impact, or you name it.” - Kelly VioletteLinks Mentioned:Tomball EDCEconomic Development WeekJohn's LinksBeefy MarketingSmall Business Origins