Together, we can lead a new era of tech-focused innovation in America.
America’s next generation thirsts for tech-driven opportunities and a better quality of life, free from the stress and cost of big-city living. America’s emerging cities have a new opportunity to capitalize on this by embracing revitalization and growth.
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Enter Waymaker Group.
Whatever stage of growth and transition you’re in – planning, funding, implementation or development – we accelerate opportunities for emerging cities.
It’s time to create a thriving innovation ecosystem with the help of our experienced, economic development consulting services.
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Integrated Services That Meet You Where You Are
Funding
Preparation
Build robust funding capabilities and craft a strategic blueprint for growth
Governance & Nonprofit Organization
Create effective governance processes and build coalitions
“Waymaker's implementation-centric methodology provided recommendations that enabled the City to consider the needs of the project, the community, and the region simultaneously. Their roadmap illuminated new ways to improve physical connectivity in a mixed-use built environment, establish partnerships to create new innovation assets, and define a compelling narrative to attract support and funding. Waymaker Group offers dynamic and innovative thought leadership while staying true to America's heartland and people."
- Jackson Pruett, Economic Development Coordinator, City of Hoover
WHAT WE DO
With Waymaker Group's support, you will be empowered to navigate and secure the resources necessary to advance your city's vision and economic goals.
FUNDING PREPARATION
Prepare for Funding: Position your market to successfully access available financial resources by assessing your current readiness and identifying gaps.
Evaluate Your Strengths: Understand the strengths and weaknesses of your existing relationships, leadership, organizational capacity, and the maturity of your innovation strategy.
Analyze Your Innovation Ecosystem: Gain a comprehensive understanding of your region’s industry, higher education, workforce, and commercialization infrastructure to make informed decisions.
Identify Strategic Focus Areas: Pinpoint and define the most promising cluster areas for development based on robust research and analysis.
Develop a Compelling Narrative: Tell a story that aligns with your mission and goals while also resonating with key stakeholders.
Shape a Strategic Framework: Use a well-defined framework—informed by our experienced, qualified expert team—to guide decisions and align your efforts with broader economic objectives.
Guide the Master Plan: Create a detailed master plan with insights from selected planning vendors, meeting your specific needs and ambitions.
GOVERNANCE & NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
Create Effective Governance Processes and Build Coalitions
Unite Stakeholders Around a Common Vision: Identify, engage, and unite the right partners to build coalitions that can support your innovation strategy.
Map Assets and Stakeholders: Understand your community’s key players and resources to better leverage them for strategic growth.
Establish a Nonprofit Entity: Design a governance structure and establish a nonprofit entity to oversee and implement your vision for long-term sustainability.
Define Governance Mechanisms: Set clear roles, responsibilities, and performance metrics that promote accountability and measure the impact of your initiatives.
These tools and strategies will position you as a proactive leader driving economic transformation in your community.
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With Waymaker Group's expertise, experience, and guidance, you'll have everything you need to bring your vision to life faster and more effectively.
Build Robust Funding Capabilities and Craft a Strategic Blueprint for Growth
“Waymaker didn't just provide a report; they offered a roadmap for collaboration between Baylor, the Waco region, and regional entrepreneurs and industry partners. Their understanding of current economic trends, such as reshoring and the decentralization of innovation, gave us valuable insights into the future of TBED in Waco.
Thanks to Waymaker Group's guidance, Baylor University is now poised to become a driving force for tech-based economic development in the Greater Waco region. We highly recommend Waymaker Group to any university or organization seeking to develop a strategic TBED plan.”
- Nancy Brickhouse, Provost, Baylor University