Economic Vitality Unplugged takes a deep dive into people, policies, and projects, shaping Tallahassee-Leon County’s economy.
Economic Vitality Unplugged
Claim This Podcastby Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality
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11 episodes
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Economic Vitality Unplugged takes a deep dive into people, policies, and projects, shaping Tallahassee-Leon County’s economy.
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Recent Episodes
June 26, 2026
The Economic Power of Place: How Placemaking Drives Growth
<p>Discover how creating a strong sense of place fuels economic growth in Tallahassee-Leon County. Host Keith Bowers sits down with Betsy Couch, Executive Director of the <a href="https://kccitallahassee.com">Knight Creative Communities Institute (KCCI)</a>, to explore how placemaking transforms communities into destinations where people want to live, work, build businesses, and invest.</p><p>From the iconic <a href="https://kccitallahassee.com/project/ihearttally/">TLH letters</a> and <a href="https://kccitallahassee.com/project/southside-public-arts-initiative-somo-walls-murals/">The Stacks</a> project to the <a href="https://kccitallahassee.com/who-we-are/community-catalysts/">Community Catalyst program</a>, learn how thoughtful investments in public spaces, neighborhood identity, and community amenities enhance quality of life, attract and retain talent, encourage private investment, and strengthen the region’s competitive advantage. This conversation highlights why placemaking is more than community enhancement—it’s a strategic economic development tool that helps build a resilient, prosperous economy.</p>
May 1, 2026
From Pit Lane to Supply Chain: Inside A&E Wholesale with Ana Melendez
<p>This episode of Economic Vitality Unplugged features Ana Melendez, owner of <a href="https://aewholesalenf.com">A&E Wholesale of North Florida</a>, discussing how her company supports over 1,200 convenience retailers through flexible distribution, local logistics, and strong relationships with small businesses. She shares insights on running a wholesale operation, navigating industry challenges such as rising fuel costs, leveraging data and AI to improve efficiency, and her vision for future growth and community impact.</p>
January 9, 2026
From Bookshelves to Job Skills: The New Role of the Leon County Library System with Pamela Monroe
<p>In this episode, host Keith Bowers sits down with Pamela Monroe, Director of Library Services for Leon County, to explore how modern libraries are driving workforce development, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity across Tallahassee–Leon County.</p><p>Pamela explains how the Leon County Library System was reimagined through the <a href="https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/library/Support-Services/Library-Information/Mission">Essential Libraries Initiative</a>, a strategic plan adopted in 2021 that shifted libraries from traditional book-centered spaces into community-led hubs for learning, innovation, and career advancement. One of the four focus areas, Business and Workforce Development, takes center stage in the conversation.</p><p>A key highlight is the library’s <a href="https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/library/Support-Services/Simulator-Lab">CAT Excavator Simulator</a>, a no-cost training program available to anyone 18 years or older with a <a href="https://lcpl.ent.sirsi.net/custom/web/registration/">library card</a> and driver's license. Through nine self-paced courses and hands-on simulator experience, participants can earn a certificate of completion that prepares them for in-demand construction and skilled trades jobs, thereby lowering barriers to employment and helping local employers find trained workers.</p><p>Beyond heavy equipment training, Pamela outlines a wide range of career and workforce services, including resume assistance, time management and goal-setting workshops, entrepreneurial programming, teen job readiness initiatives, and partnerships with organizations such as CareerSource Capital Region, Domi Station, and the Small Business Development Center at FAMU. The library also serves as a connector, helping residents <a href="https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/library/Browse-Borrow/Digital-Library/filters/LmMtMTM1NzA=">navigate career pathways and small business resources</a>.</p><p>The episode also showcases recent renovations at the main library, which added flexible <a href="https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/library/Support-Services/Reserve-a-Room">study rooms, meeting spaces, hybrid-ready conference rooms</a>, and a <a href="https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/library/Support-Services/Sound-Booth">soundproof podcasting studio</a>—making the library a valuable workspace for students, entrepreneurs, and small businesses alike.</p><p>Overall, the conversation reframes the library as an essential economic development partner: a trusted, accessible place where residents can build skills, explore careers, launch ideas, and connect with resources that strengthen the local workforce and business community.</p>
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