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2024 Emerging Leaders Conference #YPCon

2024 Emerging Leaders Conference #YPCon

Monday, October 28, 2024 to Wednesday, October 30, 2024
58 Seats Remaining

Event Details

The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC), North America's premier regional economic development association representing 17 states and the world's best economic developers, is excited to announce the inaugural Emerging Leaders #YPCon. Scheduled for October 28 - 30 in Greenville, South Carolina, this event will unite the rising economic development stars in the #AmericanSouth. SEDC's esteemed Young Professionals (YPs) will come together to foster community, delve into the fundamentals of economic development, explore methods to leverage momentum and opportunities in our communities and discuss strategies for career advancement. Additionally, YPs will be able to network with leading site selection consultants.

If you are aged 40 or under or have less than five years of economic development experience, the SEDC #YPCon is tailored for you. Register today and join us for this exceptional gathering.

Agenda (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

October 28
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Draft Agenda | Subject to ChangeMonday | Oct 28
6:00 - 7:30 Welcome Reception Presented By Brasfield & Gorrie 
October 29
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tuesday Morning | Oct 298:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 9:15 Welcome Ceremony
9:15 - 10:00 RFI Training
10:00 - 10:15 Networking Break & Headshots
10:15 - 10:45 Electricity 101
10:45 - 11:15 Natural Gas 101
11:15 - 11:30 Networking Break & Headshots
11:30 - 12:00 Rail 101 Panel
12:00 PM - 7:30 PM Tuesday Afternoon | Oct 2912:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 Consultants Roundtable
2:00 - 2:15 Networking Break & Headshots
2:15 - 3:00 Understanding Incentives and Taxes
3:00 - 3:15 Networking Break & Headshots
3:15 - 4:00 Understanding Site Development
4:00 - 4:45 Career Advancement
4:45 - 5:15 No Stupid Questions Open Bar Wrap-Up
6:00 - 7:30 American South Halloween Party Reception  
October 30
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesday Morning | Oct 308:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
8:30 - 9:00 Designing and Building the #AmericanSouth
9:00 - 9:30 Free Marketing Resources
9:30 - 10:15 Logistics Comparison
10:15 - 10:30 Networking Break & Headshots
10:30 - 11:00 AI Session
11:00 - 12:00 Consultants Roundtable
12:00 - 12:15 Conference Wrap Up

Host Hotel

AC Hotel Greenville
315 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601

Set in Downtown Greenville, this understated, upscale hotel features works by local artists. It's a mile from both the Upcountry History Museum and I-385. The streamlined rooms provide Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers; some add sofabeds. Upgraded rooms have balconies and/or city views. The 1-bedroom suites offer kitchenettes and living rooms.

A polished tapas bar, as does a lobby lounge with exposed wood beams, features floor-to-ceiling windows. There's a 24-hour gym, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. Event space includes a ballroom. Hot breakfast and valet parking are available, as are electric charging stations.

Andrea Anderson
Andrea Anderson Vice President of Economic Development Ardmore Development Authority
Joe Arnke
Joe Arnke Operations Specialist GIS Web Tech
Inaara Babwani
Inaara Babwani Business Outreach Coordinator Gwinnett County Government
James Bateman
James Bateman Economic Development Director Greenwood County
Anita Begnaud
Anita Begnaud Vice President of Marketing & Communications Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Megan Berquist
Megan Berquist Director of Marketing & Project Management North Carolina's Southeast
Ron Bertasi
Ron Bertasi CEO GIS Web Tech
Richard Blackwell
Richard Blackwell Vice President of Development Agracel
Sam Blatt
Sam Blatt Manager, Economic Development Policy Amazon.com
Matt Brier
Matt Brier Sr. Estimator & Sustainability Manager Evans General Contractors
Tyler Chaffee
Tyler Chaffee Target Market Specialist TVA
Chad Charping
Chad Charping Industrial Project Manager Electric Cities of Georgia
Nolan Corder
Nolan Corder Director, Economic Development Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Michael Crouse
Michael Crouse Business Development Manager ECS, Ltd.
Gizelle Curtis
Gizelle Curtis Sr. Economic Development Market Specialist Dominion Energy
Megan Delgado
Megan Delgado Sr. Project Manager North Louisiana Economic Partnership
Meredith Dubree
Meredith Dubree Executive Director Breckinridge County United, Inc.
Zachary Dykes
Zachary Dykes Business Development Manager Development Authority of Bryan County
Eli Falls
Eli Falls Economic Development Lead Moffatt & Nichol
Kelly Forbes
Kelly Forbes Executive Director of Operations & Communications Madisonville Hopkins County Economic Development Corp.
Zach Gilmore
Zach Gilmore Business Consultant
Connor Grim
Connor Grim Economic Development & Supply Chain Analyst Moffatt & Nichol
Brian Gwin
Brian Gwin Industrial Development Manager Norfolk Southern Corporation
Molly Hall
Molly Hall Attorney Maynard Nexsen
Sharon Hill
Sharon Hill Manager of Established Industry Henry County Development Authority
Olivia Hooper
Olivia Hooper Consultant, Global Business TVA
Joseph Ingui
Joseph Ingui Director of Economic Development Carroll Tomorrow
Cole Inman
Cole Inman VP of Business Development SteelCo Construction
Tyler James
Tyler James Existing Industry & Project Manager Oconee Economic Alliance
Heather Simmons Jones
Heather Simmons Jones Director of Southeast Operations MRB Group
Lilibeth Leon
Lilibeth Leon Existing Industries Manager Gallatin Economic Development Agency
Carly Macdonald
Carly Macdonald Manager, Business Development Gray Construction
Ben McDaniel
Ben McDaniel Director- Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority  Barrow County Economic Development Department
Marlene Murillo
Marlene Murillo Administrative Assistant Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation
michael norris
michael norris Senior Project Manager Augusta Economic Development Authority
Gustavo Ocana
Gustavo Ocana Director of Marketing & Communications Ardmore Development Authority
Marvin Oliver
Marvin Oliver Director of Business Relations Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission
Will Owens
Will Owens Client Development Specialist Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Neha Pandit
Neha Pandit Economic Development Specialist North Brevard Economic Development Zone
Alexa Perez
Alexa Perez Director of Marketing & Communications Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation
Jeremy Pesina
Jeremy Pesina Interim Director of Economic Development City of Waco
Jack Petr
Jack Petr Business Development Specialist Marketing Alliance, Inc.
Stevie Phillips
Stevie Phillips Economic Development Representative Cooperative Energy
Marc Pirchmoser
Marc Pirchmoser Director of Business Development Evans General Contractors
Jason Powell
Jason Powell Project Manager Carroll Tomorrow
Jovanna Rangel
Jovanna Rangel Director of Business Retention & Expansion Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation
Meghan Richardson
Meghan Richardson Economic Development Director City of West Point, Georgia
Kellen Riley
Kellen Riley Senior Director – Industrial Development CSX Transportation, Inc.
Alex Robinson
Alex Robinson Economic Development Manager Gwinnett County Government
Eleazar Rodriguez
Eleazar Rodriguez Director of Industrial Park Development & Special Projects Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation
Maria Satira
Maria Satira Director of Marketing and Communications Greenville - ENC Alliance
Brooke Scott
Brooke Scott Analyst, Compliance & Economic Development – Tax Focus Magna International Inc.
Danielle Seals
Danielle Seals Director, Workforce Development Cleveland-Bradley Chamber of Commerce
Samantha Spratt
Samantha Spratt Business Recruitment Officer Upstate SC Alliance
Bowman Still
Bowman Still Client Service Leader Barge Design Solutions, Inc.
Brantley Strickland
Brantley Strickland Project Manager Dorchester County Economic Development
Josh Tatum
Josh Tatum Vice President of Business Growth & Retention Greater New Orleans, Inc
Jason Vangalis
Jason Vangalis Manager, Economic Development Policy Amazon.com
Jason Vaughn
Jason Vaughn Director of Development, Southeast Region Agracel
Salvador Villalpando
Salvador Villalpando Finance Manager Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation
Anna Walker
Anna Walker Economic Development Manager North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives
Colleen Walton
Colleen Walton Brand Coach Brand Acceleration, Inc.
Moriah Williams
Moriah Williams Partner Wichita Falls Chamber
Susan Wise
Susan Wise Manager, Business Development Henry County Development Authority
Christy Zeringue
Christy Zeringue Chief Operating Officer South Louisiana Economic Council
Jessica Zurheide
Jessica Zurheide Director of Business Relations Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission
26 Other Registered Attendees

Presenting Sponsor - $7,500

  • Five (5) complimentary conference registrations
  • Company logo featured on all conference printed promotional materials and on-site signage as “Presenting Sponsor”
  • Opening and Closing remarks to attendees
  • Recognition in conference program
  • Electronic list of conference attendees

Reception Sponsor - $5,000

  • Four (4) Complimentary conference registrations
  • Company logo featured on all conference printed promotional materials and on-site signage as “Reception Sponsor”
  • Opportunity to address audience at the reception

Lunch Sponsor - $5,000

  • Four (4) Complimentary conference registrations
  • Signage at lunch referencing company as “lunch sponsor” and option to distribute marketing materials at lunch tables
  • Opportunity to address audience during lunch

Breakfast Sponsor (2 Available) - $2,500

  • Two (2) Complimentary conference registrations
  • Signage at breakfast referencing company as “Breakfast sponsor” and option to distribute marketing materials at lunch tables

Digital Program Sponsor - $2,000

  • One (1) Complimentary conference registration
  • Company logo on conference program cover and all emails about the program

Exhibit Booth - $1,000

  • One (1) Complimentary conference registration
  • Exhibit table and space at conference

SEDC Supporter - $500

  • Show your support for SEDC! This pledge will include your logo in the conference program.
2024 Signature Investors

2024 Keystone Investors

2024 Cornerstone Investors

2024 Friends of SEDC

Opening Reception Sponsor

Breakfast Sponsors

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