The Regional Economic Connectivity Report stresses that building stronger rural economies depends on collaborative strategies that link communities, institutions, and regional systems together. By identifying shared assets—such as workforce skills, transportation networks, educational institutions, and cultural strengths—the report shows how rural regions can overcome isolation and better compete in a global economy. It emphasizes the importance of infrastructure investment, leadership development, and cross-sector partnerships to foster economic resilience. This approach echoes Aspen CSG’s commitment to asset-based community and economic development, underscoring that lasting prosperity emerges when rural places leverage their unique strengths while building connections across regions .
DEVELOPING REGIONAL ECONOMIC CONNECTIVITY: KEY FACTORS AND STRATEGIES FOR URBAN AND RURAL COMMUNITIES
