Economic Development Organizations

Thank you for your interest in learning more about Jon Schallert and his work with cities, towns, and downtowns.  His efforts to teach businesses how to become Destinations capable of attracting consumers from 100’s of miles away are changing communities across North America.  Here are just a few testimonials from Community Leaders:

“Jon’s program is a minor financial investment…that has the ability to provide a larger ROI for communities than other forms of economic development business attraction.”
Katelin Cook, Economic Development Coordinator, Rio Blanco County, Colorado

“Your presentation at our Destination Downtown event was exactly what I had hoped it would be for our small business owners and community stakeholders… Many of our business owners struggle with how to market their business, and many struggle with the day to day challenges of running a small business… The participants walked away with concrete tools they could work with immediately and you presented cutting edge material in a way that was easy to understand and retain.  That will create destination businesses, and in turn, destination communities.  Thank you so much for your dedication to this message, your energy, and your enthusiasm and for bringing ‘mom and pop shops’ the vital information they need to be successful.”
Louise Wadsworth, Downtown Coordinator, Livingston County Development Group, Geneseo, NY

“Enthusiastic, funny, entertaining … and powerful! (Standing room only for Jon’s break-out session!)”
Marianne McKee, Industry Relations Manager, Travel Alberta, Edmonton, AB

“This was the best business seminar I’ve ever attended. It’s a ‘must’
for any business owner and employees  who want a 
successful thriving business.”

Jill Holland, Mayor, City of McKenzie, McKenzie, TN

“WOW! Jon Schallert’s energy and enthusiasm made me excited to return to my community and make it a destination.”
Yvonne Stewart, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Winchester, TN

“An important presentation for a community that wants to become invigorated.”
Roger Brown, Community Design Center Rochester, Rochester, NY


Here is some other information you might be interested in.

If you are interested in talking to Jon about how he can help your community or organization, please complete this short form and Jon will be in touch to discuss your options and his fees.  You can also call our office to get more information now.  Please call us at your convenience at 303-774-6522. 

ALSO, as an added bonus, if you book Jon in 2017 for any speaking engagement in 2018, we will waive his airline fare.  

Thank you for your time and we hope to hear from you soon.

The Schallert Group, Inc.
303-774-6522
[email protected]


Read Jon Schallert’s magazine, Successful Independent Business.  In this issue, you will read about businesses who attended Jon’s workshops and trainings and the amazing things they have done with their businesses to increase their customer traffic and sales, which in turn help their downtowns and communities.  Just click on the issue below to read the stories.

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