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20 Business Leaders Share How They’re Helping Drive Regional Growth

July 27, 2026

Sean Pattwell, CW8 CEO and Forbes Councils Member writes for Forbes Business Council.

When businesses choose where to establish or expand their operations, they often weigh factors such as market demand, available talent and access to customers. But long-term success can also depend on the strength of the surrounding community, and business leaders can play a meaningful role in making a region a better place to live, work and invest.

Community-focused efforts can support economic development, strengthen local networks and create opportunities that extend well beyond a single organization. Below, Forbes Business Council members share initiatives they’ve participated in to promote and grow their regions, along with the outcomes those efforts produced.

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