Centennial Event Series
Upcoming Events
EDA Xperience 2026
April 15–17, 2026 | Alberta, Canada
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This is Alberta’s premier economic development event, where leaders, innovators, and community builders come together to shape what’s next. This year’s theme, "Fresh Ideas, Bold Futures," sets the stage for inspiring plenaries, hands-on workshops, dynamic panels, and powerful networking opportunities, designed to spark ideas, build connections, and celebrate Alberta’s entrepreneurial spirit. Industry experts and local leaders will tackle topics from digital transformation and energy transition to rural innovation, workforce development, and mental well-being.
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Centennial Summit: The Future of Economic Development
July 13-14, 2026 | Rapid City, SD
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Join us in the heart of the Black Hills for a one-of-a-kind regional gathering celebrating milestone moments in economic development and community leadership. Together, we will mark three historic anniversaries: America’s 250th, Rapid City’s 150th, and IEDC’s 100th. Set in the City of Presidents, this mini-conference brings Midwest economic development professionals together for two days of context, conversation, and centennial celebration.
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fDi Institute Live
July 23–24, 2026 | London, UK
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Step into the global epicenter of global investment attraction and analysis training at this prestigious 2-day intensive workshop, set against the iconic Financial Times Headquarters in London. This is more than a professional development event — it’s a chance to elevate your agency’s approach to foreign direct investment and corporate attraction strategies.
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Past Events
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Main Street Now 2026
April 13-15, 2026 | Tulsa, OK
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Main Street Now is pleased to present the “Main Street Matters: The State of Economic Development” session with IEDC President & CEO Nathan Ohle, part of IEDC’s Centennial Event Series, followed by a fireside chat with Main Street America President & CEO Erin Barnes. Thousands of local economic development changemakers joined for three days of learning, exploring, and connecting. Click here to read the event recap.
Montana Economic Developers Association Spring Conference
April 7-9, 2026 | Helena, MT
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Hundreds of economic development professionals from across the Montana region will gather in Helena to explore timely topics, including incentive programs, workforce development, regional successes, energy, rail connectivity, and tribal engagement.
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South Summit Brazil
March 25–27, 2026 | Porto Alegre, Brazil
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South Summit Brazil is a leading innovation platform that connects tens of thousands of startups, investors, corporations, and economic developers from around the world. Together, participants work to shape a ground-breaking and sustainable future for communities everywhere.
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How Perception and Place Are Now Deciding Where Companies Invest
January 23, 2026
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Hosted By: Greater Richmond Partnership
Talent now sits at the center of economic development decisions, often determining which regions move forward. This lunch event will explore how talent, perception, and place shape site selection and investment, bringing together national research, regional insight, and new talent perception data to help economic development organizations better align strategy, investment, and messaging in a more competitive landscape. Click here for a recap by IEDC President & CEO Nathan Ohle.
Building the Innovation Engine
March 12 | Austin, TX
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Hosted by Funded House at the Global Innovation Embassy during SXSW 2026, IEDC is pleased to serve as Lead Anchor Partner in a high-impact day focused on engaging directly with founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders laying the ground for the next chapter in entrepreneurship-led economic development. Click here to read the event recap.