1. Douglas County Economic Vitality Champion Structure

2. Douglas County Economic Vitality Vision & Goals Our vision, To Create A Community to Match the Scenery, is inspired by our greatest asset Douglas County’s goal is to be recognized by 2022 as One of the Best Communities to Live, Work and Play We will achieve this goal focusing our leadership and resource commitment toward – Education & Innovation – Outdoor Recreation & Lifestyle – Historic & Distinctive Downtowns

3. Champions Triple P – Private sector, passionate, people Well respected Influential Something at stake Resources or connections to resources

4. Project Champion Role Project Architect Select Project Team – approx 4-6 members + staff member Set Project Goal & Objectives that are far-reaching, yet achievable, utilizing their professional and personal experience Secure project future Keep the torch lit through political and organizational changes Constant advocate in support of economic vitality effort in public, private, media, others Manage project team Monitor actions to timeline in partnership with County staff designee Proactively communicate with team members on deliverables Liaison between public / private partners, resource providers and funders Appropriately involve stakeholders & community members

5. Genoa Destination

6. Genoa Destination Posse “Genoa is the GEM of the Sierra Nevada” - 2006 Carson Valley Tourism & Visitors Assessment

7. Douglas County Staff Role LEADERSHIP: Identify and improve upon policies and procedures to achieve priority project objectives PARTNERSHIP: Develops Public/Private Partnerships FACILITATOR: Works proactively in collaboration with other community and economic development entities to achieve the County’s economic vitality goals COMMUNICATION: Coordinates priority project interactions within County LEVERAGED RESOURCES: Identifies grant funds and seeks opportunities to leverage other resources