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In honor of Women's History Month, IEDC is proud to recognize and celebrate the achievements and monumental contributions of women around the globe, especially our economic development heroines. Today, we highlight our visionary leader whose passion and expertise inspire us all, IEDC's 2024 Board Chair, Dr. Eloisa Klementich.
Her drive and penchant for fostering collaboration and positive change make her a guiding light for those committed to changing the world, one community at a time. We are incredibly fortunate to have Dr. Klementich steering us toward a brighter, more inclusive, and equitable future.
To all of the incredible women worldwide, thank you; we look forward to honoring and celebrating your achievements beyond the month of March!
THIS WEEK IN IEDC NEWS
1. Join us this Thursday, March 28, for the 'Harnessing AI to Tackle Workforce and Talent Shortages' webinar to discover how to identify potential pitfalls, bypass obstacles, and apply strategies from lessons learned to create next-gen AI talent attraction campaigns to drive sustainable local growth.
Exciting News! The 2024 Race, Equity, and Economic Development Webinar Series is now officially open for registration and on the events calendar. Don't miss out on this year's lineup of informative sessions, which will delve into many topics facing communities and economic development professionals around the world. Mark your calendars now to join us as we analyze and explore the intersection of race, equity, and economic development.
April 4 | Preserving Legacy: BIPOC-Owned Businesses in Growing Communities
May 2 | Empowering At-Risk Communities for Sustainable Climate Resilience: A Grassroots Approach
June 6 | Reimagining Reuse: Unpacking Vacant Commercial & Retail Spaces
August 1 | Institutional Partnerships: Anchoring Economic Prosperity in Black & Brown Communities
October 3 | Streamlining Accessibility: Fostering Comprehensive Support Services in One-Stop Shops
December 5 | Data's Role as a Catalyst for Equitable Economic Development
3. The Bollinger Foundation now accepting 2024 grant applications; applications are due June 1! The Foundation supports children who have lost a parent(s) or guardian(s) working in either public and affordable housing or community and economic development. Grants fund children's education needs, including special education, school materials, counseling, and college tuition, with amounts not exceeding $8,000 per grantee annually.
he 2024 Economic Future Forum before the April 26 Early Bird Deadline to lock in our best deals! Join us in Spokane, WA, June 16-18, as we explore 'Transformational Economic Development' and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Expo '74, Spokane's community-changing World's Fair mega-event.
Jonas Peterson, CEO of Southwest Michigan First and immediate past IEDC Board Chair, shares his valuable journey and perspectives on economic development in the latest DevelopThis! Podcast episode. A must-listen for insights into the IEDC’s growth and vision for the future.
ICYMI | IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
When: March 28-29, 2024 | Online
Registration Deadline: March 27 at 11:59 PM ET
'What does it take to become an Accredited Economic Development Organization? The St. Tammany Corp in Mandeville, LA, recently completed the process. There are over 5,000 economic development organizations, and fewer than 80 have achieved this prestigious designation.'
In this episode, IEDC Board Member Dennis is joined by fellow Board Member Chris Masingill, CEO, and 'Ashley Llewellyn, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives with the St. Tammany Corp. They discuss the AEDO process from the organization's perspective.'
When: November 5-December 16, 2024 | Online
Registration Deadline: October 30 at 11:59 PM ET
Only 30 IEDC seats are available!
WHAT WE'RE FOLLOWING
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'Biden-Harris Administration Announces $425 Million to Decarbonize and Manufacture Clean Energy Products in Former Coal Communities...'Concept papers, which are required, are due April 8, 2024, at 5:00 PM ET. Full applications are due June 24, 2024, at 5:00 PM ET.
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