Golden Shovel Agency

Golden Shovel Agency We are a full-service economic development communications agency specializing in web development, branding, and marketing strategies.

As an economic developer, you are your community’s hero. You fight the good fight to bring in jobs, investment, improve quality of life, and solve workforce challenges. When you’re competing for talent and business attraction, you need an economic development marketing strategy that highlights your strengths, generates attention, and makes people want to invest in your community. Golden Shovel can

give you a data-driven marketing strategy and execute it. We can be the tool you need to win - every time. Golden Shovel works exclusively with economic development organizations. Our tools have been customized for the industry and our team of experts speaks your language. We understand your needs, your programming, and the political landscape. You’ll save time by working with a marketing firm that gets it. Our economic development marketing tools include:

- Custom content management system designed for busy economic developers with the end-user (site selectors, investors, and workforce) in mind.

- Economic development websites customized for each organization. Tools include customs maps, real estate, and project listings, demographic data that updates automatically, business and incentives directories, and more!

- Economic development marketing strategies. Identify your unique assets. Learn how to market yourself. Get help executing your marketing strategy. GSA does it all!

- Virtual reality videos. Take site selectors on a tour from the comfort of their own home or office. Schedule a demo and you’ll be blown away! We are a full-service economic development marketing & communications agency specializing in web development, branding, marketing and marketing strategies, content creation, ad management, PR, video production, and virtual reality for economic development. Call us to see how we can help you to achieve your goals! Get access to our resources: https://linktr.ee/goldenshovelagency

📫 Greetings from Week 5 of our Summer Postcard Series!This week's Summer Postcards were filled with breathtaking views, ...
08/07/2026

📫 Greetings from Week 5 of our Summer Postcard Series!

This week's Summer Postcards were filled with breathtaking views, favorite summer traditions, and outdoor adventures. From hiking iconic mountains to exploring local trails, fairs, and parks, our team continued making the most of the season—one step at a time.

📍Week 5 Highlights:
🗻 Noah checked off a bucket-list adventure by hiking Mount Fuji in Japan.
🌇 Caroline enjoyed an evening walk around Central Park Lake, just as the raccoons were waking up for the night.
👟 Bethany and her family returned to one of their favorite summer traditions—hiking in historic Harpers Ferry.
🎡 Nathan packed his week with family fun, including the Washington County Fair, a youth circus, the farmers market, playground adventures, and one of his two annual golf outings.
👟 Aaron spent another week hitting the trails and enjoying plenty of hiking adventures.
⛰️ John visited Fort Morgan, CO and spent time with his pup at the Upton Ranch Rodeo.

Together this week, we logged:
👣 677,842 steps
🛣️ 338.92 miles

Summer may be flying by, but the adventures aren't over yet! We can't wait to see where next week's Summer Postcards take us.

💌 We'd love to hear from you! What's your favorite outdoor adventure or scenic spot to visit during the summer? Share it in the comments.

Camille Barigar came to economic development after a long career in arts administration, and the Executive Director Jero...
08/05/2026

Camille Barigar came to economic development after a long career in arts administration, and the Executive Director Jerome 20/20 has jumped in with both feet, responding to seven RFIs in her first three months on the job. Download our latest ShovelTalk episode to learn how Camille has used her people skills to get up to speed quickly, how she's shaping future development in Jerome, ID, and what it's like to compete for a project against her husband, who works in economic development in nearby Twin Falls. https://na2.hubs.ly/H071FLY0

📫Greetings from Week 4 of our Summer Postcard Series!This week's Summer Postcards were all about new adventures! From ex...
07/31/2026

📫Greetings from Week 4 of our Summer Postcard Series!

This week's Summer Postcards were all about new adventures! From exploring historic landmarks and visiting client communities to first-time experiences, birthday celebrations, and camping trips, our team continued proving that there's always something new to discover.

📍Week 4 Highlights:

🏛️ Caroline toured the historic Woolworth Building in Lower Manhattan.
🦙 Amanda Dodge visited a llama farm near Buffalo, New York, adding both a new experience and a Golden Shovel client community to her Summer Postcard!
🍰 Tonya celebrated her birthday with a sweet stop at Sweet Red Peach dessert shop in Pasadena, California.
🎥 Kenna attended her first-ever video shoot for our client, the City of Auburn Economic Development, capturing everything from a car show and local events to a golf course and art school.
🏕️ Angel squeezed in a camping trip with her son, along with hiking and fishing, despite the Minnesota heat.
🇺🇸 Amanda explored the Smithsonian Castle and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History for the first time, seeing the original Star-Spangled Banner from Fort McHenry and Abraham Lincoln's iconic stovepipe hat.

Together this week, we logged:
👣 367,433 steps
🛣️ 183.71 miles

💌 Every week brings new adventures, new discoveries, and new stories to share. We can't wait to see where the next Summer Postcards take us!
We'd love to hear from you! What's a new place or experience you've discovered this summer? Share it in the comments.

Feel like your job is getting harder? You're not alone! Our latest whitepaper will help you build understanding, trust, ...
07/30/2026

Feel like your job is getting harder? You're not alone! Our latest whitepaper will help you build understanding, trust, and support in your community. Download it today and discover effective strategies for communicating with residents and making the case for economic development. https://na2.hubs.ly/H06ZkMb0

Don't miss out on funding that could take your community to the next level! Join Golden Shovel and RDG, A Convergent Com...
07/28/2026

Don't miss out on funding that could take your community to the next level! Join Golden Shovel and RDG, A Convergent Company at noon CT on July 29 for a free webinar designed to help you identify and convert more fundraising opportunities. https://na2.hubs.ly/H06WZS_0

Happy Birthday, Tre! May this next year bring even more success, joy, and adventure 🎉🥳
07/28/2026

Happy Birthday, Tre! May this next year bring even more success, joy, and adventure 🎉🥳

Another successful website launch! Develop Danville's new online presence combines powerful data tools, intuitive naviga...
07/27/2026

Another successful website launch! Develop Danville's new online presence combines powerful data tools, intuitive navigation, and a strong community story. See the finished product today! https://na2.hubs.ly/H06VdRw0

📫 Greetings from Week 3 of our Summer Postcard Series!This week's Summer Postcards gave us a true Taste of Summer! From ...
07/24/2026

📫 Greetings from Week 3 of our Summer Postcard Series!

This week's Summer Postcards gave us a true Taste of Summer! From favorite local restaurants and sweet treats to college tours, concerts, paddling adventures, and family fun. No matter where the week took us, there was plenty to savor!

📍Week 3 Highlights:

🎓 Bethany returned to her alma mater, Penn State, while taking her daughter Peyton on a college tour.
🍋 Caroline celebrated a belated birthday with a Ricotta Lemon Cheesecake at Il Violino on Columbus Avenue.
🍗 Kenna enjoyed brunch at one of her favorite local spots, Dawson's Bar & Grill, complete with chicken & waffles and an espresso martini.
🚣 Angel spent the week canoeing, kayaking, swimming, gardening, and tackling home improvement projects while enjoying summer with family and friends.
🎸 Darren rocked out at an AC/DC concert.
☀️ Nathan made the most of a week impacted by wildfire smoke, finding time for water fun and following his daughter's ambitious summer adventure itinerary.
😋 Amanda Dodge reminded us that sometimes the best motivation for getting those steps in is a slice of pie!

Together this week, we logged:
👣 482,672 steps
🛣️ 241.33 miles

✨ We'd love to hear from you, too! What's your favorite taste of summer? Share it in the comments!

Do you get the support you need from your community? Building trust and engagement is an ongoing process, and we've got ...
07/23/2026

Do you get the support you need from your community? Building trust and engagement is an ongoing process, and we've got the roadmap. Read our latest article to learn more about building community buy-in. https://na2.hubs.ly/H06QHcl0

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