Economic Development
Economic development is the motivation behind many place branding initiatives. The following articles explore economic development theory and practice, and provide expert insights into trends, challenges and the daily work of economic development professionals.
Why Switzerland? Patrik Wermelinger on Investment Promotion and How the Country Became World’s Leading Innovation Location
Why Switzerland? Patrik Wermelinger shares how Switzerland Global Enterprise promotes the country as a vibrant hub for innovative businesses and what makes Switzerland so successful as innovation location.
Why Fribourg? Jerry Krattiger on the Region’s Business Resiliency and Focus on Bioeconomy and Industry 4.0
Jerry Krattiger of Fribourg Development Agency explains why Fribourg is a world-class destination for business investment, and how it is expanding its focus on bioeconomy and Industry 4.0.
Robert A. Saunders on Screen Tourism, Nation Branding and the Nordic Noir Effect
Robert A. Saunders, shares his insights into the importance of TV series and screen tourism for economic development, soft power and nation branding.
Why Schwyz? Urs Durrer on the Canton’s Strengths and Vision as Business Location
Schwyz is well-known in Switzerland and abroad as a tax friendly location to do business and invest in. But there is more to it, as Urs Durrer shares in this interview.
Which Are the Strongest and Most Valuable Nation Brands in 2020? Brand Finance on Performance Leaders and Reputation Trends
Brand Finance in its latest report reveals which are the strongest and most valuable nation brands in 2020, and how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted them.
Why Western Switzerland? Thomas Bohn on the Greater Geneva Bern Area as Business Location
Thomas Bohn illustrates the strengths of the Greater Geneva Bern area (Western Switzerland) as a favorable business location in the heart of Europe.