Wondering what, exactly, site selectors look for in their received proposals? Struggling to craft the perfect pitch to investors? How do you create a pitch that sells -- but doesn't sell out -- your community? In this webinar, we will discuss what site selectors count on and how your city can flaunt its best selling points. We will uncover how to best present this information and spotlight your favorite sites to investors looking to bring in various trades from manufacturing to tech.

Original air date: November 2020
Non-Member Price: $90
Member Price: $60

Downtown areas and main street hub projects are increasingly becoming trendy places to eat, dine, and shop. This webinar will share downtown revitalization success stories, whether your vision is in preliminary phases or has been decades in the making. Discover how to strengthen your existing local business partnerships, enliven dormant spaces, and manage brick and mortars despite the growth of e-commerce retail.

Original air date: March 2020
Non-Member Price: $90
Member Price: $60

Downtowns today look very different from a year ago. Some changes are temporary, while others may prove more lasting. How has your community adapted and what are some changes that you might want to keep? Join our discussion on how downtowns have weathered the past year and how some communities are planning for the future.

Original air date: February 2021
Non-Member Price: $90
Member Price: $60

The data is clear: immigrant investors and entrepreneurs offer significant contributions to our local, regional and national economy. Communities with programs that support their immigrant neighbors' integration into their economy are reaping the benefits. How can your community develop and implement initiatives that bring immigrants into the fold? We'll explore this question through real-world examples of how it is being done right now.

Original air date: September 2020
Non-Member Price: $90
Member Price: $60

Foundations and grant-awarding organizations have dedicated funds available for community and economic development. Accessing those funds can sometimes seem too onerous an endeavor, but you may be walking away from real money. This webinar will share case studies and best practices for both accessing and using philanthropic resources for your economic development projects and goals.

Original air date: April 2020
Non-Member Price: $90
Member Price: $60

Tis the season for reflection. You came into 2019 with a plan and you executed it. How did you do? Let's talk about how we interpret outcomes, how these outcomes should inform future planning, and how we should communicate our successes and failures with our community and stakeholders.

Original air date: December 2019
Non-Member Price: $90
Member Price: $60