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DT #546 Recap and Review of the 2025 IEDC Leadership Summit
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Summary
In this episode of the Develop This Podcast, host Dennis Fraise is joined by contributing correspondents Joy Austin, Angee Shaker, and Sean Maguire to discuss their experiences at the recent IEDC Leadership Summit held in Washington, DC. They reflect on the conference's location, programming, and the importance of networking and collaboration among economic developers. The group shares insights on various sessions, including data utilization, personal branding, and the impact of plenary speakers. They conclude with thoughts on the overall experience and future conferences.
Takeaways
- The conference location in DC allowed for advocacy opportunities.
- Networking with colleagues was a highlight of the conference.
- Sessions focused on collaboration rather than traditional presentations.
- Data utilization is crucial for effective economic development.
- Personal branding is important for professional growth.
- Plenary sessions featured inspiring speakers from various fields.
- The conference emphasized learning from peers and sharing experiences.
- The hotel location facilitated easy access to key sites in DC.
- Future conferences will continue to explore innovative formats.
- Staying hydrated and comfortable is essential during conferences.
Upcoming IEDC conferences
Rural Retreat June 23rd - 25th Great Falls Montana
134 episodes
Manage episode 471025522 series 2342388
Summary
In this episode of the Develop This Podcast, host Dennis Fraise is joined by contributing correspondents Joy Austin, Angee Shaker, and Sean Maguire to discuss their experiences at the recent IEDC Leadership Summit held in Washington, DC. They reflect on the conference's location, programming, and the importance of networking and collaboration among economic developers. The group shares insights on various sessions, including data utilization, personal branding, and the impact of plenary speakers. They conclude with thoughts on the overall experience and future conferences.
Takeaways
- The conference location in DC allowed for advocacy opportunities.
- Networking with colleagues was a highlight of the conference.
- Sessions focused on collaboration rather than traditional presentations.
- Data utilization is crucial for effective economic development.
- Personal branding is important for professional growth.
- Plenary sessions featured inspiring speakers from various fields.
- The conference emphasized learning from peers and sharing experiences.
- The hotel location facilitated easy access to key sites in DC.
- Future conferences will continue to explore innovative formats.
- Staying hydrated and comfortable is essential during conferences.
Upcoming IEDC conferences
Rural Retreat June 23rd - 25th Great Falls Montana
134 episodes
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