This book demonstrates the behind the scene aspects of how some cities and communities become world class investment magnets versus those that do not do so well in this game of economic development.  There are over 50 never before chronicled experts on how to win at the game of creating jobs, attracting and retaining business investment and growing local economies.

The Little Black Book has become the go to source for all those engaged in the art and practice of economic development.  It has become the iconic #1 best selling book in it's genre for the past six years due to the keen insight delivered in a practical nature within these pages.  

The 2nd edition has been published to update the first edition in the post global financial crisis era of 2008.  It has expanded resources and an expanded index of industry information sources.