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NCEDA 2025 Fall Conference, presented by Alliance Consulting Engineers

October 20, 2025 - October 21, 2025

Description


We're Reconnecting in the Mountains... Asheville Awaits!

Join your NCEDA family as we return to the beautiful mountains of North Carolina for the 2025 Fall Conference!

We’re heading back to Asheville—a city known for its vibrant culture, scenic landscapes, and strong economic momentum—for a time of connection, collaboration, and continued learning. This year’s conference will offer fresh insights, meaningful discussions, and valuable updates on the progress Western North Carolina has made since last fall.

Whether you're a longtime member or new to the NCEDA community, the Fall Conference is a chance to engage with peers, exchange ideas, and be inspired by the innovation and resilience shaping our state’s economic future.

Make plans to join us in Asheville - we can’t wait to see you there!


CONFERENCE DETAILS

The conference schedule is posted below for planning purposes. Attire for the full conference is casual.


VIEW THE AGENDA HERE

VIEW THE REGISTRANT LIST HERE

Monday, October 20

  • Optional Activities (Afternoon)
  • Connector's Network Reception for New Members and Emerging Execs (5:15 - 6 pm)
  • Welcoming Reception (6 - 8 pm)

Tuesday, October 21

  • Breakfast (7:30 - 8:30 am)
  • Conference General Session (8:30 am – 12:30 pm)
  • Luncheon and Keynote Presentation (12:30 – 2 pm)
  • Adjourn (2 pm)

LODGING DETAILS

NCEDA had two blocks reserved - one at the Renaissance (base hotel) and an overflow block at the Hilton Garden Inn. The cutoff date for both blocks has passed. Please contact Liz Dobbins-Smith if you need assistance finding lodging!



THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS!




Location

Renaissance Asheville Hotel
31 Woodfin Street
Asheville, NC 28801

Pricing

GENERAL REGISTRATION OPTIONS

Member Registration: $525 ($425 early bird rate valid through October 3)

Emerging Executives Member Registration: $375 ($275 early bird rate valid through October 3)

Retiree Member Registration: $275

Student Member Registration: $25

Non-Member Registration: $850 ($750 early bird rate valid through October 3)

Spouse / Personal Guest Registration: $100 (includes Monday evening reception only)


OPTIONAL REGISTRATION SELECTIONS / ACTIVITIES

There will be an opportunity for table-top exhibits. Please select the 'exhibitor' option under 'Additional Items".

Monday, October 20 Activities:

Fly Fishing Excursion: $170 (Noon - 4 pm, limited to 10 participants)

E-Bike Tour of Downtown Asheville $85 (1:30 - 4 pm, limited to 20 participants)

Asheville Art Experience: $50 (1 - 4 pm, limited to 20 participants)

New Belgium Brewery Tour: $20 (2 - 4 pm, limited to 20 participants)

French Broad Chocolates Tour: $20 (3 - 4 pm, limited to 20 participants)

Tuesday, October 21 Activity:

Group Walk/Run: no fee (6 - 7 am)


EARLY BIRD PRICING AND CANCELLATION POLICY

Registrations submitted by Friday, October 3 are eligible for the early bird registration rate, a $100 savings. NCEDA member and non-member rates increase $100 if submitted after Friday, October 3.

Refunds can be made (minus a $25 processing fee), if cancellations are received by Friday, October 3 at 5 pm. For cancellations, please call 888.246.2332 or email liz@nceda.org. No refunds will be granted after October 3.

Contact Information

NCEDA
Name: Liz Dobbins-Smith
Phone: 888.246.2332
Email: liz@nceda.org

Click on the "See More" link above to view all conference details, including the schedule of events, lodging options, conference sponsors, and sponsorship opportunities! 

To register, please enter your email address below and click the "Go" button to the right of the email address box. If you are a member of NCEDA, this will allow you to select one of the member registration options, and all of your contact information will auto-populate to make the registration process easier.

If you are a colleague of an NCEDA member and are registering them for the event, be sure to enter THEIR email address. This is the only way our system will recognize the membership and allow you to select the discounted member registration option.

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