Coffee With Karl | Celebrating Economic Development Week
Coffee with Karl is back with an all-new episode!
This week marks the 8th Annual Economic Development Week. During this week, communities across North America celebrate and recognize the contributions and efforts of professional economic developers in creating more economically vibrant, equitable, and resilient communities.
International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the largest international professional trade association for economic developers, created Economic Development Week in 2016 to increase awareness for local job-creating programs, advance career development opportunities, and improve the quality of life and livability of communities everywhere.
As local and regional economies evolve, the role of economic developers and development organizations are crucial in energizing, preparing, and promoting local economic growth. The 2023 Economic Development Week recognizes, distinguishes, and shows appreciation for the innovation and leadership of our community leaders building an equitable, sustainable, resilient, and inclusive future.
Join us on Friday as Karl and our city and port partners celebrate the accomplishments and important work economic developers perform in their communities year-round.
Featured Speakers:
Rohana Carmichael, Economic Development Manager, City of Kennewick
Adam Lincoln, City Manager, City of Pasco
Mandy Wallner, Economic Development Manager, City of Richland
Eric Mendenhall, Community Development Director, City of West Richland
Amber Hanchette, Director of Real Estate & Operations, Port of Kennewick
Stephen McFadden, Director of Economic Development & Marketing, Port of Pasco
Diahann Howard, Executive Director, Port of Benton
Register today and don’t miss the all-new episode!
Coffee With Karl is sponsored by Moon Security
About Coffee with Karl: TRIDEC President and CEO Karl Dye invites local leaders, elected officials, and industry experts from the Tri-Cities and throughout Washington state to chat over a cup of coffee. These in-depth and interactive conversations are filmed and broadcast live. They provide resources for business owners, offer updates on our local economy, and help the Tri-Cities promote economic strength and diversity one cup at a time.
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