The document discusses emerging trends in economic development that are driving changes in how economic development is approached. Budget reductions, a globally competitive economy, and a skills gap are prompting rethinking of economic development organizations to be more performance-based and involve multiple players. Approaches like economic gardening and manufacturing reshoring are emerging. The new Ohio economic development paradigm focuses on attraction, sites, incentives, and partnerships. The Northeast Ohio Sustainable Communities Consortium brings together groups to create a vibrant, sustainable, and competitive Northeast Ohio through long-term strategic investments in regional assets.