Vermont Reports
Vermont Reports
In the past few years, numerous VCRD publications have captured numerous aspects of the Creative Economy in Vermont. These include
The Creative Communities Program:
Models for Advancing Vermont's Creative Economy 
Twelve communities throughout Vermont were active participants in a model program to help identify and jump start creative economy projects. VCRD developed and ran the Creative Communities Program, with major support from Jane's Trust. This full color Final Report summarizes what was learned and accomplished.
Advancing Vermont's Creative Economy
VCRD convened the Vermont Council on Culture and Innovation to evaluate the role of and challenges to developing the creative economy in the state and to build a practical and strategic plan for its advancement. This 2004 Action Plan summarizes that work and makes specific recommendations for how to grow this sector as a vital and complementary part of the state's economy.
What's Working: Local Leaders Summit Report
In November, 2006, the Creative Communities Program hosted a conference addressing Strategies for Community Creative Economy Projects. This conference targeted creative economy leaders from around Vermont who wanted to build greater statewide connections and form new ideas about next steps for projects.
The morning agenda included an overview of creative economy projects from around the state and a panel on funding options. Afternoon workshops explored the experiences of participants in four common creative economy areas: incubators, arts and downtown revitalization, using natural assets, and town image.
Vermont State House Creative Economy Conference
VCRD produces an annual summit to bring Vermonters together with state and federal officials, business and non-profit leaders to consider strategies that can advance rural community and economic development. VCRD based its 2007 theme on the growing realization that Vermont is well situated, through its brand identification, cultural heritage, and artistic depth, as well as its human and intellectual capital, to be a leader in innovation and creativity.
This day-long event succeeded in identifying the next essential steps in keeping Vermont communities vital and competitive. The Conference discussions reflect and celebrate the progress we are making today and the dedication Vermonters share in realizing the opportunities ahead.
State House Conference Audio
You can listen to featured presentations by key Vermont leaders including Lieutenant Governor Brian Dubie (18:03 - MP3), Speaker of the Vermont House, Gaye Symington (12:14 - MP3), and Bill Schubart, CEO of Resolution, Inc. (25:07 - MP3).In addition, a panel on The Creative Economy in Vermont Today featured the perspectives of Alex Aldrich, John Casella, Ellen McCullogh-Lovell, Jim Saudade, and Gerianne Smart (41:25 - MP3).
PowerPoint Introduction to the Creative Economy
Chip Evans served as Chair of the Vermont Council on Culture and Innovation. He prepared this PowerPoint presentation.
Here are links to two Vermont reports directly related to developing our creative economy.
