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I was impressed with the Great Places program and all it accomplished.
I believe your professionalism, attention to detail and positive attitude had much to do with the success of the program’s success.
– Larry Foster, Director of Parks & Recreation
City of Council Bluffs, Iowa
A talented, passionate, intelligent and top-notch individual who represented the Iowa Great Places program and the residents of Iowa with aplomb and the highest integrity.
– Bob Etzel, Director Tama County Conservation Board
Toledo, Iowa
Francis projects a sense of professionalism. He had previous experience managing agencies and he put those skills to immediate use. He was very helpful in clarifying problems, bringing new ideas, and in general, boosting morale.
– Dr. Daryll Eggers, MD. Community leader/project coordinator Jackson County
Great Places, Bellevue, Iowa
One of the finest public servants I have known. I found your assessments and judgments of the highest quality.
– Brigadier General Charles Mitchell, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret)
Curator, Clinton Engine Museum
Maquoketa, Iowa
The State of Iowa is a better place to live because of your work and passion. You understand our special places and what makes them unique.
– Roger Thomas,
Director Elkader Development Corporation and Elkader Main Street
Elkader, Iowa
Francis took a special interest in our project. He was an important part of making this project a success.
– Robin Anderson, Executive Director, Mason City Chamber of Commerce
Referring to the $18 million dollar renovation of the historic Frank Lloyd Wright Park Inn and Hotel
Mason City, Iowa
Francis O. Boggus
Economic success for any community requires a culture where public and private sectors can share a mutually beneficial relationship. As simple as that concept may sound, it takes a great deal of creative planning and confident execution to ensure that all parties are fully engaged in fostering a prosperous community.
Our purpose is to help both public and private clients achieve prosperity by developing and carrying out plans that encourage economic growth, promote healthy partnerships and facilitate positive change.
Francis O. Boggus
We work with local community organizations to help attract and retain economic engines, spur tourism and grow communities – and with private companies on civic initiatives, community relations and expansion projects. By seeking out ideal communities and helping to pave the way to accommodate the needs of the organization, we help bring both the private and public sector together.
Mr. Francis Boggus’ experience includes more than two decades as an advocate on behalf of people and organizations – and five years as a community development planner for state and local governments. From community branding to tourism development, he is highly regarded as a catalyst for affecting positive economic change.
His clients include cities, counties, neighborhoods, nonprofit entities and private companies.
Ensuring the prosperity of any community requires vision, strategy and action. Allow us to help make all three a reality for your organization.