Strategic Development Group, Inc., was founded in 1991 by Thayr Richey, Ph.D. An accomplished Indiana economic and community development professional, Dr. Richey has served as executive director of the Indiana Department of Commerce, as a member of the South Central Indiana WIB and as president of the Indiana Economic Development Association.

Now one of Indiana’s most respected consulting firms, SDG has worked in more than 100 communities, helping businesses, governments, and community-based organizations on strategic planning, research, management and economic development projects.

The secret to our longevity is helping clients develop strategies that are realistic and easy to implement. Our final recommendations incorporate current and anticipated economic development trends, as well as new directions in other areas of society.