
Reflecting on NAYDO 2025 & the Power of National Non-Profits
Reflect on Steadfast City’s time at the annual YMCA (NAYDO) conference and learn about how we support national non-profits in their efforts to re-develop sites, revitalize communities and fund their workforces and programming.

Geographic Spotlight: Ohio, USA
Steadfast City’s expansion into Ohio and the Great Lakes region was a natural evolution, driven by the area's forward-thinking approach to economic development and deep-rooted community engagement. Historic communities throughout the region are shaping the future while honoring their past, embracing innovative strategies that make growth both sustainable and inclusive.

Housing Studies That Power Economic Opportunity
Steadfast City specializes in housing needs assessments that directly link housing to economic development, while promoting equity, accessibility, and quality of life. Read a project spotlight on how a housing assessment helped the Scott Air Force region.

Steadfast City Project Highlight
Steadfast City client, IKO, kicked off 2025 with a $120M investment in Bismarck, MO, bringing jobs, innovation, and a brighter future to south-east Missouri.

Should I Conduct an Economic Impact Study for My Project?
Learn about the benefits of economic impact studies and find out is one is right for your project and community.

Alternative Funding Sources for Nonprofits During Uncertain Times
In uncertain times, there is still hope for funding and growth resources for nonprofits and mission-driven organizations.

Steadfast City’s feature on “empowered” by Meg Ryan
Steadfast City was sought out to be the next featured small business on Meg Ryan’s “Empowered” docuseries. The commercial and company documentary were shot in one day in a unique and rewarding experience in Boca Raton, FL.

Steadfast City earns recognition on inc 5000’s 2024 list of fastest-growing companies
Steadfast City makes Inc 5000’s list of Fastest Growing Companies in 2024

The Importance of “Regional Depth” with Global Reach
More than ever, communities best positioned to win site selection projects for the foreseeable future will be ones that are both “deep regionally” and highly accessible globally.

Demand Drives Bulk Industrial Construction in St. Louis Region’s I-70 Corridor
The growing demand for distribution space and the related importance of freight logistics and a healthy supply chain have remained steady.

Cities Created by Everyone
A key component to community change is generating impactful partnerships.

The Impact of a holistic POV
It’s not immediately apparent how all the things we do at Steadfast City fit together until you look at it from our develop better lens.

The Business of Authenticity
In economic and community development consulting, we are in the business of authenticity.

Jazz as an Economic Development Metaphor
Steadfast City is like a metaphorical jazz band, melding together notes in new ways for a different sound and better result.