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 Did you know?
The classic Superman comic book character was first created in the 1930s in, you guessed it, Cleveland.
A new group of champions, economic development superheroes, will be convening in Cleveland this fall for the IEDC 2016 Annual Conference. With a great lineup of speakers, and hundreds of learning and networking opportunities, this year's conference is not to be missed. There's still time to attend, register today.
You'll blast through content in the following areas:
1. Reinvesting in your physical, social and economic assets
2. The creative class and its contribution to innovation, arts and culture
3. Key connections in the public, private and nonprofit sectors
Content area spotlight
Economic diversification as a cornerstone to reinvention and long-term stability
Monday
Boom-Bust-Boom: Springboard Opportunities through Adversity
1:45 - 3:15 p.m.
Operation Diversify: Preparing for a Reduction in Defense Spending
4:00 - 5:15 p.m.
Keynote speaker spotlight
 The Honorable Clarence Anthony
Executive Director
National League of Cities
Washington, DC
Clarence Anthony served as the Mayor of South Bay, FL for 24 years. He is known as a creative and thoughtful leader in his community. He is considered an expert in citizen engagement and techniques that build a "sense of community" within cities. Mr. Anthony has been on the forefront of politics in the United States and internationally for the past 20 years, culminating with productive presidencies of the Florida League of Cities and the National League of Cities (NLC), respectively.
Concurrent Session Spotlight
Tools, Tactics and Experiences in Creating Vibrant Places
Creating vibrant, livable places is just as critical to modern economic development as a ready inventory of sites and buildings. Quality housing, active civic spaces, and vibrant main streets are key to attracting new talent and investment to communities across the country. While some communities benefit from spillover from larger metros, others need to cultivate change and investments from within. This session show how economic developers have fueled new investment and vibrancy through place-based improvements.
What you'll learn:
- Best practices in creating vibrant places for communities of all sizes
- Advance your goals with tactical tools, strategies and a solid understanding of unique assets and market potential
- How to measure outcomes and benefits from your actions
Moderator:
Speakers:
And David Kahley, President & CEO, The Progress Fund, Greensburg, PA
Educational Tour Spotlight
 The Cleveland Clinic
Monday, September 26 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Price: $55
The Cleveland Clinic is a multispecialty academic hospital located in Cleveland, Ohio that is owned and operated by the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, an Ohio nonprofit corporation. It is the one of most acclaimed health systems in the country and rated #1 in a number of services (most notably Cardiology). Revenues total over $9.0 billion making it the 2nd largest health system in the U.S. In Northeast Ohio it employs 40,000 (#1 employer) with nearly 30,000 employees on the Mid-Town main campus. It has been a true economic engine for the region and has helped propel a world renowned medical devices cluster. Key areas of interest would be the Clinic's focus on world-class care; health and wellness; technology transfer through Cleveland Clinic Innovations (innovations.clevelandclinic.org); and medical tourism.
Special Events Spotlight
 Inaugural LGBT & Friends Reception
Sunday, September 25 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Price: $20
The perfect way to cap off the first day of the Annual IEDC Conference is to have an LGBT & Friends gathering on Cleveland's largest rooftop bar at the Azure Lounge located on the 12th floor at The 9. The reception will include remarks from leaders across our cities that will share their successes with attracting and welcoming LGBT individuals including the local economic impact they have had on their respective communities. Cleveland laid out the "red carpet" to welcome the LGBT community which culminated in the decision for the City being selected to host the 2014 Gay Games. This international event had a $52 million economic impact to the Northeast Ohio region. Come enjoy the panoramic view of Cleveland's vibrant Downtown while sipping a handcrafted cocktail and enjoying light fare. You are encouraged to attend, as the reception will be a great opportunity to meet LGBT & Friends from across the country and around the world and hear the economic impact they are contributing to their communities!
 Young Professional and Student Networking Event
Sunday, September 25 | 9:00 pm
Price: Free
Are you a young economic development professional? Come get involved with your fellow professionals, have a good time, and take this opportunity to expand your networking field. Please note: Attendees for this event should be under 35 or have no more than ten years in the economic development field (whichever is later).
Learning labs spotlight
Connecting Workforce and Economic Development through Homeownership Efforts
Workforce recruitment and retention efforts increasingly focus on initiatives that root and bond employees with communities. Underlying these efforts is increasing evidence that the main factors in the recruitment and retention of a skilled workforce are community welcomeness and social offerings, rather than an increase in salary or rank. This session will take an in depth look at programs that are bringing together community organizations - EDOs, charities, educational institutions, and more - to offer homeownership incentives to graduates and professionals in an effort to root these workers in their communities.
What you'll learn:
- Why building community attachment is an important tool for the recruitment and retention of professionals
- Understanding the role of employers and institutions in ensuring their workforce and graduates are connected to their community
- Successful examples of EDOs playing a role in increasing community connectedness
Speakers:
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Tim Eckerle
Executive Director
Grant County Economic Growth Council
Marion, IN
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Christian Schock
Economic Development Manager
City of Wausau
Wausau, WI
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Taylor Stuckert, AICP
Executive Director
Clinton County Regional Planning Commission
Wilmington, OH
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