Mid-America EDC

On Friday, Dec. 6 at the "Site Development in the Age of Mega-Projects" session, learn about site development from an economic perspective with Nate Green from The Montrose Group, LLC. Topics include the site development process, entitlement process, economic incentives, site control, and the impact of mega projects. Review the agenda: https://lnkd.in/g6Jw5XEE #MidAmericaEDC #CompCon24 #CompetitivenessConference #EconomicDevelopment

Look out, Columbus, here we come! We're ONE WEEK away from seeing each other at our 2024 Competitiveness Conference! ?? ????? ?? Review the agenda: https://lnkd.in/g6Jw5XEE When posting to social media, please tag Mid-America EDC or use the hashtags #MidAmericaEDC #CompCon24! #CompetitivenessConference #EconomicDevelopment

Join us on Friday, Dec. 6, to explore "Innovative Workforce Solutions" that integrate technology and support diverse needs. Discover tools like YouScience for personalized development, the impact of accessible childcare, and industry-specific solutions to boost productivity. Let's build a resilient, future-ready workforce together! Moderator: Amy Donahoe - Director of Workforce Development, Greater Springfield Partnership Presenters: Kaitlyn Tyler - Talent and Education Coordinator, The Greater Springfield Partnership (OH); Victor Joaquin, Talent Program Manager – The Right Place, Inc.; and Courtney Thraen, Director of Sector Partnerships, ASPYR Review the agenda: https://lnkd.in/g6Jw5XEE #MidAmericaEDC #CompCon24 #CompetitivenessConference #EconomicDevelopment

?? Online Registration closes TODAY, Nov. 22! Join us in Columbus for our 2024 Competitive Conference on Dec. 4-6! REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/eznk469s

The North Dakota State Energy Program is saving costs and ensuring a highly qualified workforce for the electric industry. Here's the full story: https://lnkd.in/gxRiv5Bk via North Dakota Department of Commerce #MidAmericaEDC #EconomicDevelopment

Join TEDx speaker and Localintel CEO, Dave Parsell, on Thursday morning at our 2024 Competitive Conference! Dave will reveal the potential of combining local knowledge, AI, and data visualizations to create a compelling pitch for your community. https://lnkd.in/gjyaF7dg #MidAmericaEDC #EconomicDevelopment

The South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Economic Development Finance Authority (EDFA) approved over $28 million in projects, creating approximately 245 full-time jobs statewide. https://lnkd.in/e9EAHQAM #MidAmericaEDC #EconomicDevelopment

Join us in Columbus for our 2024 Competitive Conference on Dec. 4-6! Gain tips and knowledge from this year’s presenters and panelists in the areas of site selection, development, data centers, project investment, workforce, and more! And, back by popular demand this year are the conference consultant panel and roundtable discussions! ?? Please register online by Nov. 22! https://lnkd.in/eznk469s #MidAmericaEDC #EconomicDevelopment

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has awarded $8,308,100 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to twenty-three projects in eighteen unique communities through the 2024 Downtown Revitalization, Planning, and Public Works opportunities. https://lnkd.in/ggPdix2t #MidAmericaEDC #EconomicDevelopment

At our Competitiveness Conference Site Consultant Panel Discussion, learn about projects and tips from this year’s site consultant panelists, as well as an opportunity for audience Q&A. Moderator: Matt Marshall, Economic Development Administrator, Minnkota Power Cooperative Panelists: Michelle Comerford, Industrial & Supply Chain Practice Leader, Biggins Lacy Shapiro & Company (BLS & Co.); Jason Hamman, President and Founder, The Hamman Consulting Group, Inc.; Meegan Spicer, Director Site Selection and Incentives Advisory Practice, Kroll; Chuck Sexton, Founder & CEO, Strategic Location Advisors, LLC; Bryan Farlow, Regional Director of Economic Development & Site Selection, Thomas & Hutton; Jacob Everett, Founder, Corsa Strategies Join us: https://lnkd.in/eznk469s #MidAmericaEDC #CompetitivenessConference #EconomicDevelopment