1. IEDC Supports Passage of a Long-Term Farm Bill with a Robust Rural Development Title | IEDC is pleased to share that earlier this month, the U.S. Congress has made significant steps toward authorizing a new Farm Bill with both chambers announcing new draft measures. We need your help to urge your Members of Congress to support the passage of a long-term Farm Bill.
2. Register for May's Webinar on Leveraging Venture Capital in Economic Development Strategy, May 29 | Join us for an insightful webinar as we explore venture capital's transformative power in driving economic development and fostering innovation. This session will delve into effective strategies for leveraging venture capital to fuel growth and prosperity within local business ecosystems.
Venture capital plays a pivotal role in fueling the growth of startups and high-potential businesses, creating jobs, and catalyzing economic expansion. However, navigating the world of venture capital can be daunting for Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) of all sizes. In this webinar, we will demystify the process and provide actionable insights tailored to the needs of both small and large EDOs.
3. The 2024 Economic Future Forum Session Highlight - The Lucky 7s Elevator Pitch Fest, June 16 | Prepare to be dazzled by seven exhibitors as they take center stage, armed with only seven slides and seven minutes, to showcase their most notable triumphs and compelling stories. This session will be a whirlwind of insight, innovation, motivation, and engagement; get ready to participate in quizzes, challenges, and much more.
Topics will include:
Placer.ai- Understand your Remote Work Economy Learn to analyze economic shifts in the Work-From-Anywhere Era
EDOiQ - Technological advancements and their applications in economic development
ROI- Place Branding: Launching Strategic EDO Narratives'
4. Excellence in Economic Development Awards Now Accepting Applications Through June 14 | The Excellence in Economic Development Awards program consists of 26 unique categories showcasing transformative projects that have profoundly impacted communities, regions, and nations. Award winners are recognized in-person at the 2024 Annual Conference and throughout the year via IEDC's communication channels.
All organizations, big or small; in rural, urban or suburban communities; U.S.-based or international, are eligible and encouraged to participate in this competitive program.
Should you have any questions about the Excellence Awards program, please email [email protected] or call (202) 223-7800.
5. Check Out Our 2024 #EconDevWeek Heroes | This past Friday, at the conclusion of Economic Development Week, we had 33 submissions to champion and honor our community economic development professionals from around the world. Make sure to check back frequently as we continue to add spotlights for our 2024 #EconDevWeekSuperHeroes.
6. Join IEDC & ACCE for a Best Practices for Chamber-EDO Mergers Webinar | Get a comprehensive overview of what takes place when chambers of commerce and economic development organizations (EDOs) decide to join forces through a merger. Register for this webinar hosted by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) and the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) to hear directly from two professionals that have recently experienced this type of merger process. Discover essential best practices, considerations, and strategies to overcome challenges and seize opportunities should you need to navigate a merger in your community.
Note: Registration is free and only available to current members of ACCE or IEDC.
ICYMI | IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
This course covers the overall process of real estate development and reuse from conception to realization. Participants will also learn about a wide variety of real estate financing tools that are available at the local, regional, and/or state levels.
Registration Deadline: May 14 at 11:59 PM ET
2. Insights with IEDC Board Member Henry Silentman: A DevelopThis! Podcast | A must-listen for insight into what it's like working in economic development in the Navajo Nation.
Join IEDC for an informal Q+A session on this year's Excellence Awards program. Bring your burning questions on the submission timeline, judging process, category changes, and first-timer qualifications to receive real-time answers and helpful tips for making the most out of awards season.
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'After decades of inaction, states are finally stepping up on housing'"In Washington, DC, Congress has held more hearings on housing affordability recently than it has in decades, and President Joe Biden has been ramping up attention on the housing crisis, promising to 'build, build, build' to 'bring housing costs down for good.'"
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