International Economic Development Council's 2011 Leadership Summit
San Diego, CA
January 23-25, 2011

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The International Economic Development Council's 2011 Leadership Summit, January 23-25, in San Diego, CA, will provide you with the creative economic development tactics and strategies you need to deal with your community's constrained economic climate.

Economic developers need to learn how to play up their community's assets and remain competitive. We know you're always thinking strategically, but are you thinking creatively? Learn how to overcome your community's weaknesses and play to its strengths, and be tactical in the decisions and strategies you employ in order to remain competitive in today's economy. Strategic plans, financing tools, technology, and succession plans have all been affected by the current economy. Long term strategies created before the recession might no longer be relevant as the funding and programs relied upon may no longer exist. Join IEDC in San Diego and begin planning for economic shifts and to help your community remain resilient in the face of uncertainty.

SESSIONS OF INTEREST INCLUDE:

Planning for Tomorrow's Leaders
Monday, January 24
10:45 am – 12:15 pm

As communities and businesses create strategic plans and visions for the future, it is also imperative that they develop a succession plan for local leadership. Successful succession plans enable tomorrow's leaders to continue with the implementation of the visions, goals, and programs within the community. This session will show how to establish a succession plan for your community and local businesses.

Being Competitive in the Global Marketplace
Monday, January 24
10:45 am – 12:15 pm

The global marketplace has no borders. With growing sums of investment circulating around the globe, it is more important than ever for your community to be thinking and acting globally. This session will explore how communities can be competitive in the global marketplace.

Impacts of a the Digital World
Monday, January 24
2:15 – 3:45 pm

The commercialization of the internet has transformed the practice of economic development. Many location decisions today are made through internet research, without the community even knowing that they are being considered. In addition, the emergence of teleworking policies means that more and more businesses are choosing smaller office space. This session will examine the art of economic development in the digital age.

Planning Resilient Economies in the Midst of the Unknown
Tuesday, January 25
11:00 am – 12:30 pm

One of the many lessons learned from the Great Recession is that communities need flexible strategic plans to build a resilient economy. As companies and industries shift, it is essential for communities to diversify their economic base and be adapt to economic transformations. This session will analyze how communities can plan for economic shifts and remain resilient in the face of uncertainty.

Negotiating Deals in Today's Economy
Tuesday, January 25
11:00 am – 12:30 pm

The tools and strategies used to negotiate real estate deals have been transformed in the new economic landscape. What was already a challenging task is now further complicated by new financial challenges and the alignment of new partners in the public and private sectors. This session will prepare attendees for how to negotiate deals in today's economy.

EXPERT SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Robyn Bews
Project Manager
WORKshift
Calgary Economic Development
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Cathy Dawson
Chief Executive Officer,
Red Hot Locations
London, United Kingdom

Andreas Dressler
Managing Director
TERRAIN
Berlin, Germany

Shirar O'Connor
Managing Director
The PONT Group, Inc.
New York, NY

James Rabe, CRE
Senior Principal
Keyser Marston Associates, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA