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What if the most underrated leadership skill isn't strategy or decisiveness? What if it's curiosity?

PPR's Director of Client Impact, Gabby Winsky, recently completed a high-octane leadership course. The lesson that stuck with her most was about asking better questions.

Explore Gabby's top takeaways: https://pprstrategies.com/the-leadership-skill-i-undervalued-most-curiosity/

Big events don’t just happen; they’re carefully brought to life behind the scenes.
In our latest case study, we share how PPR Strategies partnered with International Economic Development Council to support flagship events through strategic communications, content development, onsite coordination, and attendee engagement. Discover how thoughtful storytelling and on point ex*****on elevated the conference experience! https://pprstrategies.com/ppr-case-studies/elevating-the-stage-strategic-communications-support-for-iedcs-flagship-events/

From kiddos to devoted professionals who make it happen, these are the faces that tell the stories of your places! Learn more about our team here: https://pprstrategies.com/about-us/

What happens when the city you grew up in suddenly looks brand new?

Ellen, summer intern extraordinaire, has spent her whole life navigating Frederick, but her first weeks at PPR Strategies have reframed how she sees it. From zoning maps to community dynamics, she's discovering that the city she thought she knew has a whole lot more to it.

Read her fresh take on Frederick, Maryland:

My Frederick, Reimagined: An Intern's New Lens on a Familiar City - PPR Strategies Resetting My Internal GPS Sitting in the back of my mom’s car as a little kid, I could tell where we were by the way the car was turning, even with my eyes closed. It wasn’t until I started driving that I realized I didn’t need a GPS. I have always had a specific lens […]

The sun is out, and we're soaking up the summer vibes! Our summer interns, Ellen and Tatiana, are diving into the waters of communications, economic development, and everything in between.

Ellen is a rising senior at Loyola University Maryland and is a Frederick native. Ellen loves to bake, which is a huge win for our team.

Tatiana is a rising senior at the University of Maryland College Park hailing from Urbana. Fun fact: Tatiana is fluent in Russian!

Is your committee running on momentum, or just running on habit?

Committee work can catalyze incredible results. But when the structure isn't working, even the most talented, motivated people can find themselves spinning their wheels.

In our latest blog, we dive into the signs that your committee might be due for a glow up, and the practical steps to get things back on track!

The Committee Chronicles: When Good People Get Stuck! - PPR Strategies Committees can be one of the most powerful tools an organization has, or one of the easiest ways for good work to get slowed down. On one hand, you have a group of talented, motivated people who care about the mission. But you have also added another layer of coordination, meetings, and follow-up on...

We are over the moon to welcome a new team member who brings the energy, purpose, and expertise that communities deserve!

Please join us in welcoming Gabby Winsky, our Director of Client Impact. Gabby's role sits at the heart of everything we do, ensuring the communities and organizations we serve don't just receive our work, but truly feel it! Learn about Gabby's passion projects and superpowers here: https://pprstrategies.com/about-us/gabby-winsky/

Just say no to “Bored Meetings!” As July 1 approaches and new board members are onboarded, most organizations focus on the paperwork. The bylaws review. The committee assignments. The calendar of meetings.

But the best boards? They treat this season as a relationship season. Take cues from PPR’s playbook, featured on our latest blog:

https://pprstrategies.com/the-art-of-the-welcome-what-great-boards-do-before-day-one/

How have you celebrated International Economic Development Council’s 2026 Economic Development Week? Here are some quick tips to close out the week strong:

1. Share a win.
Post a community milestone or a ribbon-cutting on your social channels before the week ends. Let your community see what you've accomplished.

2. Thank your partners.
Send a personal note or public shoutout to the stakeholders, investors, and local leaders who brighten your community.

3. Capture your story.
Document what your team accomplished this week: a short video, a blog recap, or a photo post keeps the momentum alive and builds your brand year-round!

From navigating complexity to driving impact, the 2026 Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Annual Conference brought this year’s theme,
The A-MAZING World of Economic Development, to life.

As a longtime partner, PPR Strategies supported the conference from strategy to ex*****on, helping shape the program, lead digital marketing efforts, and provide on-site coordination to ensure a seamless experience. With more than 300 attendees, the event reflected the energy, collaboration, and forward-thinking mindset that define Maryland’s economic development community.

It was great to connect with so many passionate professionals and see ideas come together across sectors, all working to navigate challenges, embrace innovation, and create meaningful impact.