Presenting Sponsor Gold Sponsors BAERING Greene Resources Highwoods Properties, Inc. Silver Sponsors Carolina Hurricanes Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP Raleigh Marriott City Center S&A Communications Bronze Sponsors Capital Associates City of Raleigh Duke Energy Ipreo Martin Marietta Mercer Relate Advocacy Wake Technical Community College A Tale of Three Cities: The Evolutions of Economic Development Cities across the country are looking to Raleigh and Wake County as models for how to grow and continue to attract top talent to the region. But each city faces its own challenges and we are constantly learning from one another. This year’s Economic Development Forum will explore this. Presenters include:
These leaders then will be joined by Adrienne Cole, president and CEO of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, for a panel discussion on the benefits and challenges of rapid growth in an ever-evolving economy. The panelists will take a closer look at how other cities are leveraging the type of success we have had in our area to transform their own communities. They also will discuss how they are addressing the issues that come with this expansion, including the support of equitable economic development and how to build a strong and diverse workforce.
The Economic Development Forum will conclude with an opportunity for questions posed by the audience.
Questions? For event details, call 919.664.7090 or email Alicia Miller For content questions, call 919.664.7049 or email Jen Miller Join the conversation on Twitter! @raleighchamber @raleighwake #EDForum18