IC² Institute Blog

April 13, 2021

IC² Values Research Insights of UT Grad Students

By The IC² Institute

This semester, the institute has been able to take advantage of the talents and expertise of three UT Austin PhD candidates.Read More

April 5, 2021

Engaging Students to Think About Small Communities

By Art Markman and Sandra Woodley

UTPB President Sandra Woodley and IC² Director Art Markman discuss students' accomplishments in March Economic Madness.Read More

March 26, 2021

Two Perspectives on IC² Work with Small Businesses

By The IC² Institute

Small-Biz.XLR8 launches this spring! Information on signing up and why it's important.Read More

March 22, 2021

Finding Opportunities and Fulfillment in Texas: What Young People Seek

By By Dr. Steve Beach, Dean of the College of Business, The University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB)

The aspirations of young people appear to be the same throughout the state.Read More

March 8, 2021

Ready for Change: The Value of Thinking About What’s Next

By Donna Culpepper, Executive Director, Nocona Economic Development Corporation

Historic Nocona keeps drawing in visitors and looks to the future.Read More

March 1, 2021

Industry Incentives and Community Benefits

By Jim Rich, Executive Director, Southeast Texas Economic Development Foundation

In Texas, the courting of new industry and economic development starts with negotiation and buy-in from community stakeholders.Read More

February 8, 2021

BBR Research on Travis County, Enhancing Minority Participation

By By J. Jorge Anchondo

The Bureau of Business Research investigated resources, training, and best practices for historically underutilized businesses.Read More

February 1, 2021

Bridge Fest and More: How Rio Hondo is Showing Off its Charm

By Ben Medina, City Administrator, Rio Hondo, Texas

The citizens of tiny Rio Hondo are coming together to celebrate and affirm their friendly small town.Read More

January 25, 2021

Addressing Cyclical Unemployment in the Oil Industry

By Dr. Sheldon Landsberger, Professor, Dept of Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear & Radiation Engineering

The Rural Innovation Incubator, RI², is creating a path toward consistent livable wages for oil and gas industry workers.Read More

January 19, 2021

From a Crisis, Pivoting to Greater Strength

By Leslie Chalmers, Executive Director, Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation

The city of Jacksboro took action in 2020 to set the stage for modern growth in 2021.Read More