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Golden Shovel Agency

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Golden Shovel Agency is an economic development strategy, marketing, and communications firm that provides services such as website development, video/VR imagery, and marketing campaigns to help communities attract investment, create jobs, and grow talent.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.

Stage
Seed
HQ
Little Falls, US
Tracked investments
220

What they invest in

from 192 of 220 portfolio companies

GovTech Γ—144Impact & Social Good Γ—100PropTech Γ—11Energy Γ—9Advanced Manufacturing Γ—8Travel & Hospitality Γ—8Media & Entertainment Γ—7AgTech Γ—6

HQs:United StatesΓ—190AustraliaΓ—1CanadaΓ—1GambiaΓ—1LiberiaΓ—1Sierra LeoneΓ—1

Investments Β· 220 tracked

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Acadiana Planning Commissionplanacadiana.orgin

This is an economic development organization serving the Acadiana region, not a portfolio company.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodAcadiana, US

AdvanceCTadvancect.orgin𝕏

AdvanceCT is a nonprofit economic development organization that drives job creation and capital investment in Connecticut through business attraction, retention, and expansion.

Advanced ManufacturingGovTechImpact & Social GoodHartford, US

Apexgetsbusinessapexgetsbusiness.com
Ardmore Development Authorityardmoredevelopment.comin

Ardmore Development is an economic development organization focused on industrial and airport assets in Oklahoma.

Construction TechGovTechLogistics & Supply ChainArdmore, US

Bastrop Economic Development Corporationbastropedc.orgin𝕏

The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation is a public economic development organization that works to attract, support, and sustain business growth in Bastrop, Texas, near Austin.

GovTechBastrop, US

BBBbbb.orgin𝕏

The Better Business Bureau accredits businesses and helps consumers find companies they can trust, and offers community resources such as free workshops and guidance on using AI safely.

Consumer

Beinbabeinba.comin𝕏

The Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation facilitates business growth and community development in Broken Arrow by connecting organizations with resources, attracting businesses, and creating jobs.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodMedia & EntertainmentBroken Arrow, US

Benton Economic Partnershipbentonpartnership.orgin𝕏

The Benton Economic Partnership is an economic development organization that supports businesses and communities in Benton County through business support, community strengthening, and economic growth initiatives.

Impact & Social GoodBenton County, US

Berkeley County Development Authoritydevelopmentauthority.comin𝕏

The Berkeley County Development Authority supports business development and economic growth in Berkeley County, West Virginia, promoting the region to businesses seeking location advantages near Baltimore and Washington D.C.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodBerkeley County, US

Beulah Convention & Visitors Bureauvisitbeulah.com

Beulah Convention & Visitors Bureau promotes regional tourism and economic development in Beulah, North Dakota.

Sector AgnosticTravel & HospitalityBeulah, US

Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDCbismarckmandanedc.comin

The Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC is an economic development organization for the Bismarck-Mandan capital region of North Dakota, offering no-cost support to new and expanding companies.

Impact & Social GoodBismarck, US

Bloomington Economic Development Corporationbloomingtonedc.comin𝕏

Bloomington Economic Development Corporation provides resources and support to businesses in the Bloomington community, including site selection assistance, incentive coordination, workforce recruiting and development, and startup mentoring.

GovTechBloomington, US

Burien Economic Developmentchooseburien.comin

Burien is a city near Seattle and SeaTac Airport promoting itself as a place to live and do business, highlighting its walkable city center with locally owned businesses, low taxes, and affordable real estate.

Burien, US

Butler County Finance Authoritythebcfa.orgin𝕏

The Butler County Finance Authority (BCFA) is a government unit established in 2004 that provides financing, economic development support, and infrastructure initiatives for Butler County, Ohio.

FintechGovTechImpact & Social GoodButler County, US

Caldwell County Economic Developmentcaldwelledc.org𝕏

Caldwell County Economic Development is a regional economic development organization that provides free advisory services and resources to support business expansion, relocation, and startups in the Caldwell County area.

Advanced ManufacturingGovTechCaldwell County, US

Carlsbad Department of Developmentdevelopcarlsbad.orgin

A regional economic development organization promoting business investment and relocation to Carlsbad, New Mexico, targeting real estate developers, retailers, restaurants, hotels, and other businesses.

Impact & Social GoodCarlsbad, US

Carver County CDAcarvercda.orgin

Carver County Community Development Agency is a local government agency in Minnesota that administers affordable housing programs, rental assistance, and economic development services for county residents, cities, and businesses.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodPropTechCarver County, US

Choose Columbuschoosecolumbusga.comin

Choose Columbus is a regional economic development organization that helps site consultants and businesses find suitable locations, secure incentive packages, and develop talent in the Columbus, Georgia area.

GovTechColumbus, US

Missy Kendrick(President and CEO)Andy Hilmes(Executive Vice President of Strategy)inMichelle Phillips(Vice President of Operations)

City of Auburn, WA Economic Developmentauburnwa.gov

Official municipal government website for the City of Auburn, Washington, providing residents and visitors with information and services across departments including community development, finance, parks, police, and public works.

GovTechAuburn, US

City of Devils Lakedvlnd.comin𝕏

Official municipal website for the City of Devils Lake, North Dakota, providing residents with services such as utility bill payment, building permits, job listings, and public works information.

GovTechDevils Lake, US

City of Eagle Passchooseeaglepass.comin𝕏

Eagle Pass Economic Development is a municipal economic development organization that provides site selection, relocation assistance, and business support services to attract companies and investment to Eagle Pass, Texas.

Advanced ManufacturingGovTechLogistics & Supply ChainEagle Pass, US

City of Elk Riverelkrivermn.gov𝕏

Official municipal government website for the City of Elk River, Minnesota.

GovTechElk River, US

City of Evanston Economic Developmentbusinesswyoming.comin𝕏

Evanston Economic Development is a public economic development organization that assists businesses and site selectors with relocation, expansion, and site selection support in Evanston, Wyoming and Uinta County.

GovTechEvanston, US

City of Falls Cityfallscitynebraska.org𝕏

Official website for the City of Falls City, Nebraska, providing municipal information, project updates, and a city mobile app for residents.

GovTechFalls City, US

City of Long Prairielongprairie.net

Long Prairie is a rural community in Central Minnesota, described as an agricultural town with small businesses, a medical campus, an industrial park, and a business incubator.

Long Prairie, US

City of Marion Economic Developmentmarionareconomicdevelopment.comin

Marion Economic Development promotes the city of Marion, Arkansas as a business location, offering site selection help, streamlined permitting, state and local incentives, and shovel-ready sites near Memphis.

GovTechMarion, US

City of Mesquite, TX Economic Developmentmesquiteecodev.com
City of Missouri Citydiscovermctx.comin𝕏

Missouri City supports local employers and job seekers by connecting residents to employment opportunities within the community through partnerships and digital tools.

GovTechHR TechMissouri City, US

City of Roseville Economic Development Authoritygrowroseville.comin𝕏

This appears to be a municipal or local government organization focused on community and economic development.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodRoseville, US

City of Shoreview Economic Developmentthinkshoreview.comin𝕏

Website promoting the city of Shoreview, Minnesota as a place to live, work, and do business, highlighting its location near Minneapolis and St.

Shoreview, US

City of Spruce Grove Economic & Business Developmentinvestsprucegrove.cain

Investment and economic development site for the City of Spruce Grove, Alberta, promoting the municipality as a location for industrial and commercial business investment within the Greater Edmonton Region.

GovTechSpruce Grove, CA

City of Tracy Economic Developmentthinkinsidethetriangle.comin𝕏

A local government economic development program run by the City of Tracy's Economic Development Division to promote commercial, industrial, and office development and attract new, expanding, and existing businesses to the area.

GovTechTracy, US

City of Westfield Economic Developmentwestfieldecdev.comin

Westfield Economic Development focuses on community and commercial development through mixed-use projects, walkability improvements, and trail-oriented infrastructure.

Construction TechGovTechPropTechWestfield, US

City of Wilmingtonchoosewilmingtonde.orgin

A Wilmington, Delaware-based economic development organization that provides business support, incentives, and workforce development services to companies in the region.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodWilmington, US

Clarion County EDCclarioncountyedc.comin𝕏

Clarion County Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit organization that facilitates economic development in Clarion County.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodClarion County, US

Clarkcountyclarkcounty.jobsin

ClarkCounty.jobs is a regional job and career-promotion website for Clark County, Ohio, highlighting local job openings, top industries, and cost-of-commute information.

GovTech

Clintonclintoncountyida.comin

Clinton County IDA is an economic development organization promoting business investment and site selection in Clinton County, New York, near the U.S.-Canada border.

Advanced ManufacturingGovTechClinton County, US

Clinton County Port Authoritychooseclintoncountyoh.orgin

The Clinton County Port Authority is a government economic development agency that manages over 1,900 acres of aviation and industrial property in Clinton County, Ohio, supporting cargo, aerospace, and manufacturing operations.

GovTechWilmington, US

Community Development Morrison Countymorrison.mn.us
Conroe Economic Development Councilconroeedc.orgin

A non-profit development corporation operating under Texas law that promotes economic development in the City of Conroe through incentive funding and industrial park development.

GovTechConroe, US

BoardNick Vonas(CIDC Councilman)

Convergent Nonprofit Solutionsconvergentnonprofit.comin𝕏

Convergent Nonprofit Solutions provides fundraising consulting services for nonprofits using their proprietary Investment-Driven Modelβ„’, which aligns fundraising objectives with organizational outcomes and mission.

Impact & Social GoodLegalTechAtlanta, US

Converse Economic Development Corporationchooseconverse.com
Covington County Economic Development Commissioncovingtoncountyedc.comin𝕏

Covington County Economic Development Commission promotes business relocation and investment in Covington County, Alabama, offering shovel-ready sites, financial incentives, low taxes, fast permitting, and workforce training programs.

GovTech

Dayton Economic Development Corporationdaytontx.comin

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation (DEDC) is an economic development organization that attracts and retains businesses in Dayton, Texas through business development, workforce alignment, and infrastructure support.

GovTechLogistics & Supply ChainDayton, US

Denton Economic Development Partnershipdentonedp.comin𝕏

The Denton Economic Development Partnership facilitates business and workforce development for the City of Denton through strategic partnerships and marketing efforts with stakeholders across diverse industries.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodDenton, US

DeSoto Development Corporationdedc.orgin𝕏

DeSoto Development Corporation is an economic development organization that supports businesses in the DeSoto region by addressing regulatory, infrastructure, and workforce challenges.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodDeSoto, US

Matt Carlson(Executive Director)in

Develop Danville, Inc.developdanville.comin𝕏

Develop Danville is a local economic development organization in Boyle County that facilitates investor-supported initiatives to strengthen the regional economy and create opportunities.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodDanville, US

Develop St. Cloud MNdevelopstcloud.comin𝕏

Develop St.

GovTechSt. Cloud, US

Dickinson County Economic Development Corp.dkedc.com

Dickinson County's economic development organization promoting the county as a place to live, work, and invest.

GovTech

Discover McMinn Countydiscovermcminn.com

Discover McMinn is a tourism and travel information resource for McMinn County, Tennessee, highlighting attractions, accommodations, and dining options in the Overhill region between Chattanooga and Knoxville.

Travel & HospitalityAthens, US

Discover Sumterdiscoversumterfl.com

A tourism promotion site for Sumter County, Florida, highlighting outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, kayaking, and fishing, along with wineries and dining.

Travel & Hospitality

DRIVEdriveindustry.comin

DRIVE, together with its Regional Investors Council, developed a 2025 vision and roadmap intended to guide regional economic prosperity and development.

Impact & Social GoodCentral Pennsylvania, US

Dunn County Job Development Authodunncountyjda.comin

The Dunn County Job Development Authority is a public economic development organization that provides grants, loans, and other resources to support business growth, job creation, and tourism expansion in Dunn County, North Dakota.

GovTechDunn County, US

East Side Area Business Associationesaba.org𝕏

ESABA is a community-focused organization led by an executive director with experience in community economic development, local food systems, and cooperative development.

AgTechImpact & Social GoodPropTechSt. Paul, US

Paris Dunning(Executive Director)

Economic Alliance Snohomish Countyeconomicalliancesc.orgin

Economic Alliance Snohomish County is a regional economic development organization that promotes business growth, jobs, and partnerships in Snohomish County, Washington through leadership, advocacy, and collaboration with local stakeholders.

Impact & Social GoodEverett, US

Economic Development Alliance of Skagit Countyskagit.orgin

The Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County (EDASC) is an economic development organization that provides support, resources, and leadership development programs (including Leadership Skagit) to businesses and community members in Skagit County, Washington.

Impact & Social Good

Elginelginedc.com

Elgin Economic Development Corporation promotes Elgin, Texas as a location for businesses and families, highlighting shovel-ready sites, water and power resources, and incentives in the Central Texas region near Austin.

GovTechElgin, US

Co-investorsCopenhagen Infrastructure Partners

Emporia Regional Development Associationemporiarda.orgin𝕏

The Emporia RDA is a regional development organization that promotes economic growth in East Central Kansas through business recruitment, expansion, and workforce training support.

GovTechImpact & Social GoodEmporia, US

EXPAND 2024expand2024.comin𝕏

The Greater Springfield Partnership is an economic development organization that helps companies expand or relocate to the Greater Springfield region of Ohio, connecting businesses with sites, talent, and city, county, and state resources.

Impact & Social GoodSpringfield, US

EXPAND Greater Springfieldexpandgreaterspringfield.com

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Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Golden Shovel Agency made?
Golden Shovel Agency has 214 tracked investments.
What stage does Golden Shovel Agency invest at?
Golden Shovel Agency invests at the Seed stage.
Where is Golden Shovel Agency located?
Golden Shovel Agency is headquartered in Little Falls, US.

Media Β· Podcasts & interviews

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Turn Your Website into a Lead-Generation Engine

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Hitting the Ground Running β€’ Camille Barigar, Jerome (ID) 20/20

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Leveraging Leadership for Economic Development Fundraising

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Building Buy-in: A Blueprint for Engaging Residents and Stakeholders

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Winning the Capital Competition: The Strategic Playbook for OZ 2.0

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Ag Innovation as an Economic Development Driver β€’ Kamal Latham, Consultant β”‚ Founder β”‚ CEO β”‚ Author

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