Summer 2009

2009

In a world of increasingly complex global relationships, it is important to consider where one’s local area fits in to the picture. Recent work by Jennifer Pitzer, PhD, research associate, looks at trends in global trade and how Cincinnati may become a major player.

In seeking to achieve economic growth, community leaders usually try to build on both local strengths and national trends. The Economics Center has provided assistance to numerous economic development organizations in the past few years, and Jeff Rexhausen, the Associate Director of Research, recently identified some workforce characteristics in one popular target industry group: Professional and Technical Services.