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SUMMARY:International Economic Development Council (IEDC): 2026 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting its 2026 Annual Conference starting Sunday\, October 25th through Wednesday\, October 28th\, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. \nCalling all changemakers\, visionaries\, and developers! Join thousands of economic development professionals and thought leaders from around the world as they gather in a city that embodies resilience and reinvention. Together\, attendees will explore bold strategies\, celebrate community transformation\, and accelerate the future of economic development. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/international-economic-development-council-iedc-2026-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency New Orleans\, 601 Loyola Avenue\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,In-Person Event,Workforce Developer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T080000
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Institute: Workforce Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Institute is hosting its Workforce Summit starting Monday\, October 26th through Wednesday\, October 28th\, at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. \nThe Manufacturing Institute invites you to the fifth annual Workforce Summit: Skills at Scale: Delivering America’s Competitive Advantage. This year’s Summit focuses on the workforce capabilities manufacturers need to grow and compete. Industry leaders\, practitioners and experts will share practical approaches for building strong talent pipelines\, developing technical and digital skills and supporting a workforce prepared for rapid technological change. Across keynotes\, case studies and peer discussions\, attendees will learn what leading manufacturers are doing to improve retention\, expand training and create work environments that support long‑term success. The Summit is designed for participants to walk away with actionable strategies they can implement immediately. Beyond the sessions\, the Workforce Summit creates space for manufacturers – large and small – to connect\, share ideas and build partnerships that strengthen the future manufacturing workforce. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/manufacturing-institute-workforce-summit/
LOCATION:Indianapolis Marriott Downtown\, 350 West Maryland Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,In-Person Event,Workforce Developer
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SUMMARY:United Way of Greater Atlanta:  Next Level Leadership: Build Influence\, Drive Impact\, and Shape the Future
DESCRIPTION:United Way of Greater Atlanta is hosting Next Level Leadership: Build Influence\, Drive Impact\, and Shape the Future on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM\, at Delta Air Lines Corporate Headquarters – Wheels Up Conference Room. \nJoin United Way of Greater Atlanta’s African-American Partnership for an engaging professional development experience featuring executive leaders from some of Atlanta’s most respected organizations. The Next Level: Building Influence\, Driving Impact\, & Preparing for the Future explores what it takes to lead with purpose\, navigate change\, and stay ahead in an evolving workplace. Hear firsthand lessons from senior executives\, gain practical leadership insights\, and explore the trends shaping the future of work. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/united-way-of-greater-atlanta-next-level-leadership-build-influence-drive-impact-and-shape-the-future/
LOCATION:Delta Air Lines Corporate Headquarters\, 1030 Delta Boulevard\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30354\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Workforce Developer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T124500
DTSTAMP:20261010T173506Z
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SUMMARY:Georgia Center for Nonprofits: Federal Funding and the New Landscape of Risk and Compliance
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Center for Nonprofits is hosting a webinar on Federal Funding and the New Landscape of Risk and Compliance on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM. \nThe landscape of federal funding compliance is shifting and proactively managing the associated risks is essential to preserving these funding sources and sustaining your mission and impact. GCN is providing three new opportunities for nonprofit leaders and stakeholders to understand what’s changing and how they can respond. GCN CEO Karen Beavor will be joined by Arnall Golden Gregory Partner Megan P. Mitchell for an overview of the changing requirements and ways nonprofits can assess\, adapt\, and maintain funding. You’ll come away with heightened awareness of your compliance obligations\, your organization’s key risk areas\, and information to help you create a plan to shore up your practices. Participants will receive a Compliance Risk Assessment Tool and Planning Guide to facilitate next steps. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/georgia-center-for-nonprofits-federal-funding-and-the-new-landscape-of-risk-and-compliance/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workforce Developer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T130000
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SUMMARY:National Association of Counties (NACo): Countdown to LUCA: Practical Strategies for Local\, Tribal\, and State Governments
DESCRIPTION:The National Association of Counties (NACo) is hosting Countdown to LUCA: Practical Strategies for Local\, Tribal\, and State Governments on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM. \nThe 2030 Census Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) operation may seem distant\, but preparation begins well before the official launch in May 2027. Join NACo and the National League of Cities (NLC)\, in partnership with the U.S. Census Bureau\, for the first webinar in a series focused on practical steps communities can take to prepare for effective participation. LUCA is the only opportunity for local\, Tribal and state governments to review and correct the Census Bureau’s residential address list before the census begins\, a critical step to ensuring an accurate and complete count. An accurate count directly affects the distribution of federal funding for programs and services for the next decade. \nThis webinar will feature Census activities currently underway in rural communities\, urban neighborhoods and Tribal Nations. Speakers will demonstrate what effective early preparation looks like\, share lessons learned and discuss strategies that leaders can use to improve address data\, engage stakeholders and position their communities for a successful LUCA operation. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/national-association-of-counties-naco-countdown-to-luca-practical-strategies-for-local-tribal-and-state-governments/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workforce Developer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T150000
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SUMMARY:National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP): October POWER HOUR
DESCRIPTION:The National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) is hosting an October POWER HOUR on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. \nThis POWER HOUR session will explore disability awareness\, local and national resources\, and key disability employment policies. You’ll gain practical tools and fresh perspectives to support greater inclusion and employment opportunities for people with disabilities.  There will also be a set aside time for Q&A. Join presenter Shammi Carr\, Disability Advocate and Consultant. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, celebrate\, and take meaningful steps toward a more inclusive workforce. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/national-association-of-workforce-development-professionals-nawdp-october-power-hour/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workforce Developer
ORGANIZER;CN="National Association of Workforce Development Professionals":MAILTO:info@nawdp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T150000
DTSTAMP:20261010T184100Z
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SUMMARY:National League of Cities (NLC): NLCU: Beyond Compliance – Collaborating with Procurement to Deliver for Residents
DESCRIPTION:The National League of Cities (NLC) is hosting NLCU: Beyond Compliance – Collaborating with Procurement to Deliver for Residents on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. \nProcurement is often seen as a bureaucratic hurdle that slows important projects down. But for cities that get it right\, procurement is a strategic lever for delivering better services\, advancing policy goals\, supporting local businesses\, and building public trust. Participants will leave with a grounded understanding of how public procurement works\, as well as practical strategies for collaborating with procurement teams to navigate common friction points. Case examples from peer cities will illustrate how collaborative approaches have led to faster contract awards\, stronger vendor competition\, and improved project outcomes. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/national-league-of-cities-nlc-nlcu-beyond-compliance-collaborating-with-procurement-to-deliver-for-residents/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workforce Developer
ORGANIZER;CN="National League of Cities":MAILTO:info@nlc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T160000
DTSTAMP:20261010T184150Z
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SUMMARY:National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA): AI Solutions in Action
DESCRIPTION:The National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) is hosting a webinar on AI Solutions in Action on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. \nThis webinar details Colorado’s strategic transition from high-cost legacy systems to the modernized Connecting Colorado platform\, powered by Eightfold’s deep learning AI and a centralized case management system\, by MyOneflow. It provides workforce agency leaders with a practical roadmap for navigating enterprise AI procurement\, change management\, and secure data architecture while capturing annual operational savings. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/national-association-of-state-workforce-agencies-naswa-ai-solutions-in-action-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workforce Developer
ORGANIZER;CN="National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA)":MAILTO:naswa@naswa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T170000
DTSTAMP:20261010T184303Z
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SUMMARY:Aspen Institute: "Rooting Our Leadership in Humanity" Flash Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The Aspen Institute is hosting a “Rooting Our Leadership in Humanity” Flash Seminar on Wednesday\, October 28th\, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. \nThis one-hour virtual Flash Seminar–Rooting Our Leadership in Humanity–is a chance to experience the Aspen method of text-based dialogue from the comfort of your home or office. Participants engage with a short reading as a jumping off point to explore fundamental questions about humanity and leadership; uncovering how your answers influence your personal and professional leadership decisions. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://metroatlantaexchange.org/event/aspen-institute-rooting-our-leadership-in-humanity-flash-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workforce Developer
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