Save the Date: February 19, 2027
The Future of Economic Development: Crisis or Opportunity?
About the 2027 Symposium
Economic development organizations and institutions continue to face challenges across the globe. Cuts to foreign aid, a changing geopolitical landscape, and the continued growth of artificial intelligence are now shaping the way economic development practitioners build towards a better future. This year’s Symposium explores how the USAID shutdown, AI, global conflicts, and more, are impacting community growth, infrastructure development, and public-private partnerships at the local, domestic, and international levels. The Symposium will bring together leading policymakers, researchers, investors, and economic development specialists to advance these critical conversations and discuss how leaders can navigate this new global environment. Schedule and speaker information to come.