Stronger Businesses. Stronger Communities.
We show up to your community.
Hands-on economic development support for rural communities under 30,000 people.
Showing up for over 15 years.
Rural EDCs Are Asked to Do More With Less
Limited staff trying to serve an entire community
Limited budgets that don't stretch to consultants
Growing expectations from boards and constituents
Entrepreneurs who need hands-on help—not more pamphlets
Big-city solutions don't work in small towns.
We Don't Advise From Afar.
We Show Up.
For the last 15 years, Leading EDG has sent experienced business facilitators into rural towns to work directly with EDC directors, boards, and local entrepreneurs.
We sit at the table. We walk businesses through real decisions. We stay involved until progress happens.
Not reports. Not PDFs. Not theory.
Real, hands-on execution.
A Message From Our Founder
Hear directly about our mission and approach to helping rural communities thrive.
What We Do
For Entrepreneurs
Start businesses — Form an LLC, get permits, navigate local requirements, build bank-ready business plans
Grow existing businesses — Understand financial health, improve sales systems, strengthen online presence
Prepare for expansion — Navigate hiring, scale responsibly, prepare for lending
For EDCs
Business retention & expansion — Keep local businesses local and help them thrive
Job creation & retention — Measurable results your board can see
Staff leverage — Get more hands on deck without the hiring headaches
You stay focused on economic strategy. We handle the execution.
How We Support Your Growth
Practical, hands-on services designed to help entrepreneurs and the communities that support them
Business Facilitation
One-on-one guidance helping entrepreneurs overcome obstacles and access resources to grow their businesses.
Workshops
Skill-building sessions and networking events for business owners and community leaders.
Strategic Planning
Practical, usable plans for communities and EDCs focused on supporting business growth.
EDC Director Support
Coaching and practical support for directors leading economic development efforts.
EDC Board Consulting
Governance and leadership training to help boards support their communities better.
How It Works
1. We Send a Facilitator
On-site or hybrid—embedded with your EDC and ready to work.
2. We Serve Your Community
Startup, growth, acquisition, and retention support—one-on-one.
3. You Get Measurable Results
Jobs created. Jobs retained. Sales tax growth. No fluff.
Proven for 15 Years in Rural America
“This is some of the best money I've ever spent.”
BEDC Director
Population 12,200
“Over $8M in economic impact and 80 jobs created and retained.”
DEDC Director
Population 14,100
“One of the most effective programs we've ever implemented.”
PEDC Director
Population 16,500
Proudly serving businesses across 15+ West Texas and High Plains communities:
Who This Is For
Communities under 30,000
Growth-minded EDCs
Budget-conscious boards
Towns that want local businesses to stay local
Leaders who want action, not theory
If you've ever thought, “We just need more hands on deck,”
that's us.
Ready to Grow Your Community?
Let's talk about your town.