We hope you’ll join us for the November NODE meeting to gain insights about the best way to build your career. We’ve assembled a stellar panel with professionals that have had various backgrounds and experiences that led them to a career in economic development. We also hope you’ll also join us in wishing Harry Eadon […]
Economic Development Administration Overview – Opportunities for Communities Please note: The October NODE meeting has been moved to a virtual meeting on November 2nd. We hope you’ll be able to join us virtually as we accommodate schedules on this election day. With the tremendous amount of grant funding now available from the federal government, we […]
Professional Development: Why Economic Developers Need to Invest in Themselves Jennifer Price, Executive Director, Ohio Economic Development Association, will lead a panel discussion around educational opportunities and benefits, featuring: Alyssa Carpenter, Director, Economic Development: Greater Akron Chamber Barrett Thomas, Director, Economic Development: Richland Community Development Group Mark Barbash, Director, Ohio Economic Development Institute: OEDA Agenda 8:30 […]
Fostering an Inclusive Economic Development Organization In this month’s NODE presentation, the Greater Cleveland Partnership will discuss their experience with equitable economic development strategies; and share tools and resources available to support corporations, institutions and organizations in developing their own diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Agenda 8:30 am – 9:00 am: Networking 9:00 am – […]
With restrictions lifted and many fully vaccinated, we feel it is safe to hold in-person meetings again. The Brecksville Community Center requests guests to follow the guidance of the CDC and Ohio Health Department and wear a mask if you have not been vaccinated for COVID-19. While we appreciate your participation in the virtual meetings, […]
Lost Opportunities: The pandemic’s impact on Northeast Ohio’s working women Working women in the workforce is vital to our competitiveness as a region. While the pandemic had impacts on this talent pool, systemic issues have led to unequal pay, rigid maternity and paternity policies and hiring biases even before COVID-19 hit. The May meeting will […]
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Briefing The American Rescue Plan (ARP), passed by Congress and signed by President Biden, provides $1.9 Trillion to support a wide range of stimulus activities designed to help the nation recover from the COVID-19 Pandemic. Learn how the ARP can support your business development efforts and gain insights on […]
Economic Development & Community Development Efforts – Discrepancies Without Differences A vibrant community is interdependent on both Economic Development and Community Development assets and tactics. The March NODE virtual partner meeting will be a lively discussion about how “community development” assets, such as county land banks and neighborhood revitalization groups, should be considered for use […]
Elevate Greater Akron The February NODE Virtual Meeting will feature a panel discussion about Elevate Greater Akron – where they have been, how they got there and where they are going. Panelists Jason Dodson, Roetzel Consulting Solutions and Economic Development Consultant for the County of Summit Steve Millard, President & CEO, Greater Akron Chamber James […]
Behind the Scenes with Utilities Presenters Renee NiedConsultant, Economic DevelopmentFirstEnergy Liberty SchindelEconomic Development Analyst, SeniorAmerican Electric Power Tommy YoungManager, Economic DevelopmentColumbia Gas of Ohio