15 Years of Economic Development Marketing Expertise
Whittington Consulting is a Virginia-based consulting firm with a passion for helping economic development organizations of all sizes compete and win in the digital age. We help your community tell its unique story.
Rick Whittington
Rick Whittington is the founder and principal of Whittington Consulting, a consulting firm specializing in digital marketing for economic development organizations. With over 15 years of experience working in the economic development sector, Rick brings a depth of knowledge that generalist marketing agencies and website designers simply cannot match.
Rick and his team have completed more than 60 projects for local, regional, and state economic development organizations — from small county EDOs to large regional public private partnerships. We understand the unique audiences these organizations serve: site selectors, location consultants, corporate real estate executives, existing businesses and community stakeholders who demand credible, data-rich information presented clearly and professionally.
An active member of the Virginia Economic Developers Association (VEDA) since 2009, Rick served on the VEDA Board of Directors from 2020 to 2022. This deep involvement in the professional community keeps him at the forefront of trends, best practices, and the evolving needs of economic development organizations across Virginia and the nation.
Proven Experience in Economic Development
15+ Years Experience
Specializing in economic development and community marketing and website design
60+ Projects Completed
Local, regional, urban and rural economic development organizations across Virginia and beyond
VEDA Board of Directors
Virginia Economic Developers Association, 2020–2022
VEDA Member Since 2009
Active participant in Virginia's economic development community for 15+ years
What Sets Whittington Consulting Apart
Community First
Every community is unique. We take the time to understand what makes your community special before we write a single line of code or a single word of copy.
Results Over Awards
Though we've won multiple IEDC, SEDC and other industry awards, we measure success by your results, not the trophies on our shelf.
Long-Term Partnership
We don't disappear after launch. Our clients stay with us for years because we're invested in their communities' long-term success.
Practical Expertise
We understand site selection, location consultants, and the economic development process. That knowledge makes our marketing more effective.
Let's Talk About Your Community
Schedule a free consultation with Rick to discuss your community's digital marketing needs and how Whittington Consulting can help you achieve your economic development goals.
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