Strategic Community Engagement ECOnorthwest has demonstrated a strong capacity to collaborate with local governments, non-profits, and community organizations across various cities including Missoula, Portland, Seattle, and Charlottesville. These partnerships highlight potential opportunities to offer tailored public policy research, urban planning analysis, and community-based solutions to similar clients interested in strategic development and policy impact.

Focus on Equity and Inclusion The company’s dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion, exemplified by hiring a VP for EDI and integrating these principles into their research, presents a compelling avenue to market specialized consulting services or research products aimed at organizations committed to social equity, affordable housing, and inclusive urban development.

Expertise in Housing and Land Use Recent collaborations related to housing workshops and master planning initiatives indicate a strong niche in housing policy, land use analysis, and missing middle housing solutions. This expertise positions ECOnorthwest as a strategic partner for clients seeking comprehensive housing policy insights, development planning, and expertise on sustainable land use practices.

Industrious Research Capabilities With an extensive track record of producing detailed policy assessments, economic analyses, and talent assessments, ECOnorthwest offers scalable research services that can aid organizations in workforce development, economic forecasting, and infrastructure planning, making it an attractive option for government agencies and private sector clients requiring data-driven decision support.

Technology and Data Integration Utilizing modern tech stacks including MySQL, Cloudflare, and Stimulus, the company shows readiness for sophisticated data analysis and digital outreach. There is a sales opportunity in providing advanced data analytics, custom dashboards, or digital strategy solutions to enhance their research dissemination and stakeholder engagement efforts.