Economic Development Specialist
CurrentRoyal Oak is a vibrant suburban community in southeast Michigan that values small businesses, sustainability, the arts, and diversity and inclusion. As the Economic Development Specialist, I work in the city manager's office to provide resources and technical assistance to existing and non-resident businesses in the City of Royal Oak by linking them to appropriate local, regional, state, and federal resources and programs. -Develop and maintain communications with area businesses and local groups-Gather and disseminate pertinent information regarding business needs and economic development services-Act as a representative to local and non-resident businesses in order to coordinate city assistance-Educate business community about the city's sustainability initiatives and incentive opportunities-Attract new business to the city-Communicate and coordinate the city's development efforts with county, state, federal and private economic development agencies and programs