Economic Development Finance Programs Training Course
http://www.iedconline.org/?p=Training_Finance_MI

Date: February 17-19, 2010
Location: Lansing, MI

Please note: This class is conducted in partnership with the Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA) and the National Development Council (NDC). For information on fees, accommodations, the agenda, and speakers - and to register online for this class - please visit medaweb.org/398524.ihtml.

Register by Wednesday, February 3 and save with our Registration Price Break.
Course registration fees increase by $40 after Wednesday, February 3.

As economic developers initiate programs and projects to improve the economic health of a community, it is essential to have a clear understanding of how these activities are financed. Covered in this course is a broad spectrum of finance programs, including small business development and real estate development. The goals and requirements of the programs will be discussed and participants will have an opportunity to work through case studies in order to solidify their knowledge of the programs.

Course Highlights:
• Small business lending
• Community development financial institutions
• Revolving loan funds
• New markets tax credit
• Real estate financing
• Historic preservation tax credit
• Low income housing tax credit

View the agenda: http://www.iedconline.org/?p=Training_Finance_MI#agenda

Instructor's biography: http://www.iedconline.org/?p=Training_Finance_MI#instructors

INSTRUCTOR
Kevin Gremse
Director
National Development Council

TRAINING LOCATION
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Cooley Temple Conference Center
217 South Capitol Avenue
Lansing Michigan 48901
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (517) 241-0011

ACCOMMODATIONS
Radisson Hotel Lansing
111 North Grand Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: (517) 482-0188 or (800) 333-3333
Website: www.radisson.com/lansingmi?s_cid=L6845348
IEDC room rate: $116 single/double
Cut-off date: Sunday, January 17. 2010

The Radisson Hotel Lansing is within walking distance (0.3 miles) to the Cooley Temple Conference Center.