reviews

"The question for small town America is acute.  What causes some communities to boom even as others slowly die?  Jack Schultz knows the answer."

Rich Karlgaard
Publisher, Forbes Magazine


"This technology revolution is already fostering the third great population shift--from the suburbs to the "the agurbs" as Jack Schultz calls it. This is the best book I've seen for identifying the small towns with the greatest opportunities for business, jobs and lifestyle.”

Harry S. Dent Jr.
Futurist and author of The Roaring 2000s


"Reads like a novel. An inspirational and practical guide for small communities competing for jobs. A must book for the leadership of communities facing plant downsizings and closings."

Ed Gilliland
Vice President, Sr. Director, Advisory Services, International Economic Development Council


"Boomtown USA: The 7 1/2 Keys to Big Success in Small Towns," is exciting reading for those interested in transforming the quality of their lives and that of the communities in which they live.  It's definitely a 21st century book and it shouldn't be missed.

Ken Blanchard
Co-author of The One Minute Manager® and The Leadership Pill


“Boomtown USA should be required reading for every corporate site selector in the U.S. Jack Schultz makes the best case I have ever read for why growing companies should consider a small-town location for their next expansion project. Writing with clarity and armed with well-researched data, Schultz presents the blueprint for economic success in non-metro areas. Corporate executives who want to improve their bottom-line performance should read this book.”

Ron Starner
Publishing director of Site Selection magazine and executive director of the Industrial Asset Management Council, Norcross, GA


"The strategies described in " Boomtown USA: The 7 1/2 Keys to Big
Success in Small Towns " were put to good use by the City of Effingham,
Illinois as they worked to attract new industry. That is why we located
our manufacturing plant there."

Fred Mitchell
Senior Vice President, Manufacturing & Distribution of Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation


"Schultz is on the cutting edge of America's future. In Boomtown USA he does an extraordinary job of detailing how small towns can find their uniqueness, create jobs, and attract new residents or visitors. This book is a "must read" for any town official or private citizen who wants to make a difference and see their town prosper. And his list of the top 100 "Agurbs" is insightful, thoroughly researched, and invaluable for targeting forward-thinking communities."

Marilyn Ross, author of the forthcoming Micropolitan Moves: Advice for a Safe and Successful Relocation - or Buying Your Second Home Dream Retreat - in Small Town USA


"So happy that you chose Greeneville Tn. to be in your book. I grew up there and always knew we were a special place."

Barbara Cooper now living in Mi.


"I've been reading Boomtown and I love it - it's so inspiring!  I bought copies for everyone on my board, City Council and Chamber Board to try and get them moving too.  Thanks so much."

Stepheny McMahon, Sullivan Area Economic Development Corp.


"The book is very well written. The author explains the keys, as he sees and has experienced them, to keeping small towns active, thriving and growing. He also lists the best small towns in America and fully explains, in a logical and understandable manner, the criteria used evaluate them. The appendix, index and bibliography help to make it useful reference material if you are researching possible business, education, or quality of life locations."

Mike Brasel



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