International Economic Development Council (IEDC)

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting an Introduction to Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development online course on Tuesday, February 13th, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This course explains the importance of building a community centered around entrepreneurship and small business creation, sustainability, and growth. Participants will also learn how to identify resource gaps, understand […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a webinar on The Future of Economic Development Marketing on Thursday, February 29th, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Is your community looking to expand, grow a diverse, innovative workforce, attract lucrative business investment, or all of the above? If so, it must be nimble and adaptable to stand […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a two-day webinar on Technology-Led Economic Development on Tuesday, March 26th and Wednesday, March 27th, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This course explains the importance and impact of technology in economic development. Participants will also learn how to partner with government, industry, higher education, and/or the […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a Neighborhood Development Strategies online course on Thursday, March 28th, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This course identifies common neighborhood actors and their objectives, discusses strategies for redevelopment, and reviews the steps necessary to create a strategic economic development plan that can meet neighborhood development goals. […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a webinar on Empowering At-Risk Communities for Sustainable Climate Resilience: A Grassroots Approach on Thursday, May 2nd, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This webinar will focus on moving the needle and amplifying the call for equitable climate resilience for the most underserved and at-risk communities affected […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a webinar on Workforce Development Communications 101 on Friday, May 3rd, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Discover the art of crafting a powerful marketing strategy, mastering strategic storytelling, and fostering synergy in workforce and economic development techniques. Enroll in this class to leverage data-driven insights, strategic […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting Economic Development Week 2024 starting Monday, May 6th through Friday, May 10th. Economic Development Week highlights, celebrates, and recognizes the contributions and efforts of professional economic developers in creating more economically vibrant, equitable, and resilient communities throughout North America. IEDC created Economic Development Week in 2016 to […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a webinar on Leveraging Venture Capital as Part of an Economic Development Strategy on Wednesday, May 29th, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Join this insightful webinar to explore venture capital’s transformative power in driving economic development and fostering innovation. This session will also delve into effective […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting an Introduction to Entrepreneurship – Led Economic Development two-day webinar on Thursday, May 30th and Friday, May 31st, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This course explains the importance of building a community centered around entrepreneurship and small business creation, sustainability, and growth. Participants will also learn […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting a webinar on Reimagining Reuse: Unpacking Vacant Commercial and Retail Spaces on Thursday, June 6th, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. With the rise of e-commerce and shifting consumer preferences, traditional malls are experiencing steady declines in foot traffic and sales globally. This, combined with rising vacancy […]

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting an Economic Development Ethics Workshop on Tuesday, June 11th, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. This workshop uses real world examples to provide essential guidance and tools to assist economic development professionals in fostering a culture of high ethical standards in their organizations. Click here to learn […]