McGuireWoods Consulting’s Chris Lloyd was recently featured on the Develop This! podcast. In this episode, Chris joined Dennis Fraise, president and CEO of the Lee County Economic Development Group, to discuss critical insights on economic development. Chris is a senior vice president and director of McGuireWoods Consulting’s national infrastructure and economic development team.
The episode, titled “Why Communities Get Eliminated from Projects,” explores the common pitfalls that prevent communities from being considered for major projects. Chris and Dennis dive deep into:
- Best practices for responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
- The intangible factors that can disqualify communities
- Strategies for improving project success rates
Whether you’re involved in economic development, project planning, or looking to understand how communities can enhance their competitiveness, this podcast is full of valuable takeaways.