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Developing the Block is an economic development podcast hosted by Elizabeth Kazmir and Trey Cash. Each episode, Elizabeth and Trey talk with economic developers, community leaders, and friends from across North Carolina and the United States about the people, projects, challenges, and ideas shaping communities today. From business recruitment and workforce development to site development, partnerships, and the stories behind the projects, Developing the Block is a practical and conversational look at what economic development really looks like. Whether you are new to the profession or have been doing this for years, join us as we learn from each other and keep building the block. Sponsored by the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA), this podcast is your exclusive gateway to the world of economic development, served with a touch of humor. Join Elizabeth, Trey, and the NCEDA as they connect with economic developers across the state, offe
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Signup to Generate a PitchDeveloping the Block is an economic development podcast hosted by Elizabeth Kazmir and Trey Cash. Each episode, Elizabeth and Trey talk with economic developers, community leaders, and friends from across North Carolina and the United States about the people, projects, challenges, and ideas shaping communities today.
Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast is hosted by NCEDA. The show has published 28 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Emily Martin - Duke Energy" (26 October 2026, 53 minutes), "Crystal Morphis & Steve Yost, NCEDA Foundation" (12 October 2026, 56 minutes), and "Kelly Bowers, Timmons Group & Hertford County" (28 September 2026, 47 minutes).
Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 28 episodes.
Booking probability for Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast are Economic Development & Regulation. Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast has a business audience.
NCEDA hosts Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast, a business podcast with 28 episodes published.
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Episode #4
On this episode of Developing the Block, Trey Cash and Elizabeth Kazimir welcome Emily Martin, Economic Development Manager with Duke Energy and Vice Chair of the NCEDA Emerging Executives Committee. Emily shares her...
Episode #3
On this episode of Developing the Block, Trey and Elizabeth welcome Crystal Morphis, Chair of the NCEDA Foundation, and Steve Yost, Vice Chair of the NCEDA Foundation, for the podcast’s first two guest conversation...
Episode #2
In this episode, Elizabeth and Trey sit down with Kelly Bowers, NCCED, Economic Development Director for Hertford County and Economic Development Specialist with Timmons Group. Kelly shares how a passion for real...
Developing the Block, a North Carolina Economic Development Podcast
We are back. After a long hiatus, Developing the Block returns for Season 3 with a new name, a fresh start, and a very special first guest. In this episode, Elizabeth and Trey welcome Walt Sprouse, a longtime economic...
Episode #10
In this episode of The New Economic Developers on the Block, we sit down with Nate Groover, Economic Development Director for the Town of Garner. Nate brings a unique perspective shaped by years of experience across...
Episode #9
In this episode of The New Economic Developers on the Block, we sit down with Nathan Huret, Economic Development Director at Catawba County EDC. With over 15 years of experience, Nathan has led key initiatives like the...
Episode #8
In this episode of The New Economic Developers on the Block , we sit down with Ben Kinney, Publisher of Business North Carolina and SouthPark magazines. With a storied career at the helm of award-winning publications...
Episode #7
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The New Economic Developers on the Block! This week, we're thrilled to have Joe Melvin, Vice President of North Carolina’s Southeast Regional Economic Development Partnership...
Episode #6
Welcome back to the second season of "The New Economic Developers on the Block" podcast! In this episode, we are excited to have Anna Walker, Economic Development Manager with the NC Electric Cooperatives. We had an...
Episode #5
Welcome back to the second season of "The New Economic Developers on the Block" podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Natalie Hawkins, President of the Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP)...
Episode #4
Welcome back to the second season of "The New Economic Developers on the Block" podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Kelly Andrews, Director of Pitt County Economic Development, as our guest. Kelly shares...
Episode #3
Welcome back to the second season of "The New Economic Developers on the Block" podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Samantha Cole, the Child Care Business Liaison for the North Carolina Department of Commerce...
Episode #2
Welcome back to the second season of "The New Economic Developers on the Block" podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Ernie Pearson, Senior Counsel with Maynard Nexsen and founding partner of Sanford Holshouser...
Episode #1
Welcome back to the second season of "The New Economic Developers on the Block" podcast! We're thrilled to kick off this season with a special guest, Chris Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North...
Episode #15
Welcome to the final episode of Season 1 of "The New Developers on the Block"! As we gear up for a summer break and eagerly anticipate Season 2 launching late this summer, we're excited to wrap up with a special guest...
Episode #14
Welcome to a special episode of “The New Developers on the Block”! Today, we are thrilled to welcome our first out-of-state guest, Ben McDaniel, the Economic Development Director for the Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic...
Episode #13
Welcome to another exciting installment of "The New Developers on the Block"! In this episode, listeners are treated to an insightful conversation with Trey Goodson, the Chief Information Officer and Economic...
Episode #12
Welcome to another exciting installment of "The New Developers on the Block"! In this episode, listeners are treated to an insightful conversation with Cliff Brumfield, the Executive Director of the Lincoln Economic...
Episode #11
Welcome to a captivating episode of "The New Developers on the Block,". In this episode, we are joined by Maria Satira, the Director of Marketing and Communications at the Greenville ENC Alliance. With over a decade of...
Episode #10
Welcome to another insightful episode of "The New Developers on the Block"! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Josh Grant, a key member of the NCEDA Legislative Committee. Josh's diverse background in business...
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