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Customer Success Stories
Resource rangers: How four Colorado communities use better econ dev tools to do more with less
Discover how four Colorado communities leverage econ dev tools and good habits to maximize impact with limited resources.
Matt Moloney
Nov 13
Indio Shop Local Rewards Program drives community impact and economic growth
In this article, we discover how the Indio Shop Local Rewards Program has boosted the local economy and supported small businesses.
Matt Moloney
Sep 28
Planning with heart: How Redmond, WA uses technology and trust to strengthen its business community
Learn how Redmond, WA is using technology to deepen relationships with the business community, break down departmental silos, and create a more inclusive planning process.
Matt Moloney
Sep 2
How South Miami used Bludot’s Business Directory to power “Taste of SoMi”
Discover how South Miami used Bludot's Business Directory to enhance the Taste of SoMi event, showcasing local restaurants and boosting community engagement.
Matt Moloney
Aug 20
Driving local economic growth with shop local programs: Success stories from El Paso and Orange
Learn how El Paso and Orange are driving growth with successful shop local programs, boosting small businesses and community engagement.
Matt Moloney
Jul 7
How Shop San Joaquin is driving local economic growth and community engagement
In this article, we hear from the team at San Joaquin County on their incredibly successful, award-winning Shop San Joaquin program.
Matt Moloney
Jul 1
Blogs
Inside Bludot CRM: A look at the tools powering economic development
Discover how Bludot CRM empowers economic development professionals with tools for efficiency and collaboration. Explore Bludot CRM today.
Matt Moloney
Oct 20
How to future-proof your business retention and expansion (BR&E) strategy
In this article, you'll discover how to future-proof your BR&E strategy with data-driven systems and proactive support—that will set you up for future success.
Matt Moloney
Oct 7
Driving scalable economic growth with Open Rewards: Insights from community programs
Explore how Open Rewards is transforming local economies. Discover insights on driving scalable economic growth with Open Rewards today.
Matt Moloney
Sep 26
Choosing the right econ dev CRM: A must-have, not a nice-to-have
An econ dev CRM is essential, not optional. Learn how the right econ dev CRM strengthens business communities and enhances decision-making.
Matt Moloney
Sep 22
Building a BR&E survey that gets results
Discover how to build a BR&E survey that boosts engagement and data accuracy. Learn to create effective BR&E surveys that drive real results.
Matt Moloney
Sep 12
How economic development teams can streamline programs with Bludot Projects
Discover how Bludot Projects can streamline economic development programs. Bludot Projects offers centralized, flexible workflows for your team.
Matt Moloney
Aug 29
Company Updates
Bludot recognized on GovTech 100 list for third consecutive year
Bludot is honored to be recognized on Government Technology's GovTech 100 list for the third consecutive year.
Matt Moloney
Jan 24
Las Vegas rolls out innovative shop local campaign to help impacted businesses
The city of Las Vegas has partnered with Bludot to roll out an innovative shop local campaign to help impacted small businesses.
Matt Moloney
Sep 12, 2023
2022: Year in Review
Now that 2022 has come to an end, Bludot has so much to be grateful for as we look back at what we have accomplished together over the...
Liv Stromme
Jan 5, 2023
Bludot launches in Louisiana, Maine, and Nebraska this week!
This week, Bludot has launched in three new states! We’re excited to bring the State of Louisiana, Rumford, Maine, and Phelps County,...
Liv Stromme
Jul 28, 2022
We've launched in Huntington Beach, CA!
We’ve partnered with our latest city in California, Huntington Beach! Bludot is looking forward to working with their economic...
Liv Stromme
Jul 7, 2022
Bludot expands to Fountain Hills, AZ
We’re excited to share that we’re officially in Arizona! This is our 23rd state that Bludot is helping empower business attraction and...
Liv Stromme
Jun 2, 2022
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Resource rangers: How four Colorado communities use better econ dev tools to do more with less
Discover how four Colorado communities leverage econ dev tools and good habits to maximize impact with limited resources.
Matt Moloney
Nov 13
Indio Shop Local Rewards Program drives community impact and economic growth
In this article, we discover how the Indio Shop Local Rewards Program has boosted the local economy and supported small businesses.
Matt Moloney
Sep 28
Planning with heart: How Redmond, WA uses technology and trust to strengthen its business community
Learn how Redmond, WA is using technology to deepen relationships with the business community, break down departmental silos, and create a more inclusive planning process.
Matt Moloney
Sep 2
How South Miami used Bludot’s Business Directory to power “Taste of SoMi”
Discover how South Miami used Bludot's Business Directory to enhance the Taste of SoMi event, showcasing local restaurants and boosting community engagement.
Matt Moloney
Aug 20
Driving local economic growth with shop local programs: Success stories from El Paso and Orange
Learn how El Paso and Orange are driving growth with successful shop local programs, boosting small businesses and community engagement.
Matt Moloney
Jul 7
How Shop San Joaquin is driving local economic growth and community engagement
In this article, we hear from the team at San Joaquin County on their incredibly successful, award-winning Shop San Joaquin program.
Matt Moloney
Jul 1
Supporting local business in times of uncertainty: Lessons from Pasadena and Chino
In this article, we look at how the cities of Pasadena, CA and Chino, CA are navigating the mounting challenges small businesses are facing.
Matt Moloney
Jun 5
From chaos to clarity: How Fairfax County, VA transformed their business data with Bludot
When Fairfax County, VA, decided to modernize how they tracked and supported local businesses, they turned to Bludot's econ dev CRM.
Matt Moloney
May 5
Boosting BR&E: Success stories with Colorado communities
In this webinar, we learn how Colorado communities are boosting their BR&E impact, attracting projects and strengthening local businesses.
Matt Moloney
Jan 13
How Southlake, TX delivered $1.5M in economic impact with Bludot's Open Rewards Program
In this case study, we dive into how Southlake, TX delivered $1.5M in revenue to businesses with Bludot's Open Rewards program.
Matt Moloney
Aug 15, 2024
Economic development tools for an innovative department in Miramar, FL
We sat down with the Miramar, FL team to learn about what economic development tools are influencing their tactics and strategies.
Matt Moloney
May 28, 2024
Shop more in Lancaster: How the city is using Bludot's shop local app to support businesses
In this article, we learn how Lancaster partnered with Bludot to launch an innovative shop local app to support the local community.
Matt Moloney
Apr 4, 2024
How Arlington County, VA’s BizLaunch is building a strong business community with Open Rewards
In this video case study and accompanying blog we hear how Arlington County, VA is building a strong business community with Open Rewards.
Matt Moloney
Feb 26, 2024
How Johnstown, CO leveraged tech to streamline their business license renewal process
Hear from Hannah Hill, Town Clerk of Johnstown, CO, on how Bludot's CRM has streamlined the town's business license renewal process.
Matt Moloney
Feb 8, 2024
Why acquiring property should be a key part of your business retention and expansion strategy
Lilibeth Leon, Existing Industry Manager, shares how Gallatin's business retention and expansion strategy was influenced by rapid growth.
Matt Moloney
Jan 16, 2024
Building a community-focused economic development strategy in Hermiston, OR with innovative shop local program
We spoke with Val Hoxie about how a shop local program is key to the Hermiston, OR Chamber of Commerce's economic development strategy.
Matt Moloney
Jan 4, 2024
Promoting conversations in local economic development with Dallas, OR
In this blog post, we'll delve into Dallas, Oregon's journey in developing their strategic approach to local economic development.
Matt Moloney
Oct 30, 2023
Embracing inclusive development in Westbrook, Maine
Demetria Pellegrino, Deputy Director of ED, shares how Westbrook, ME has created an inclusive development strategy for their businesses.
Matt Moloney
Sep 19, 2023
Business at the beach: Economic development communication in Clearwater, FL
We hear from Clearwater, FL Economic Development on how Bludot helps streamline communication with businesses and keep them organized.
Matt Moloney
Aug 21, 2023
Insider's Guide: Finding the right resources for your community’s economic development strategy
Janet McRae, director of economic development in Miami County, KS, talks resources and tools powering her economic development strategy.
Matt Moloney
Aug 7, 2023
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