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#AmericanSouth Roundtable | Community Engagement
Tuesday, February 23, 2027
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EST)
Join Us Virtually | Community Engagement
Event Details
Join fellow economic development professionals for an open discussion on building stronger relationships with community members and preparing your organization to navigate future challenges. Facilitated by Gus Fontenot of the SWLA Economic Development Alliance, we will discuss your proactive approaches to community engagement, strategies for communicating upcoming projects and initiatives, and ways to involve elected officials and community partners in telling your region's story. Together, we’ll also explore how to best address local challenges, learn from past engagement efforts, and put organizational practices in place to prepare for what's ahead, from AI policies and media guidelines to elected official training.
Come ready to participate! This roundtable is designed for open, candid conversation, so bring your experiences, questions, and ideas. Share what's working in your community, discuss lessons learned from engagement efforts, and learn from how your colleagues are building trust, strengthening partnerships, and creating a more informed and supportive community.
For More Information:
Facilitator: Gus Fontenot (gfontenot@allianceswla.org)