BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:TRUE SUMMARY:NCEDA 2026 Fall Conference\, presented by Alliance Consulting Engineers DESCRIPTION:BUILDING THE FUTUREThe future isn't something we wait for. It's something we build.Join NCEDA in Asheville for the 2026 Fall Conference: Building the Future\, where North Carolina's economic development community will come together to explore the strategies\, partnerships\, and investments shaping our state's next chapter.From building a competitive advantage and preparing communities for industrial investment to developing a future-ready workforce and strengthening relationships with local leaders\, we'll focus on the work that makes growth possible. Make plans to join us in Asheville - we can't wait to see you there!Build your knowledge. Build your network. Build your community's advantage.CONFERENCE DETAILSThe conference schedule is posted below for planning purposes\, and the agenda will be posted later. Attire for the full conference is business casual.Monday\, October 19Optional Activities (Afternoon)Connector's Network Reception for New Members and Emerging Execs (5:15 - 6 pm)Welcoming Reception (6 - 7:30 pm)After Hours Karaoke (8 - 11 pm)Tuesday\, October 21Breakfast (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 DETAILSRenaissance Block (Main Hotel)Dates Available: Night of October 19 (limited rooms also available for October 18 and 20 for those arriving early or staying late)\nNote: The reservation page defaults to check-in on October 15 and check-out on October 24 as they are honoring our group rate three days pre and post conference be sure to adjust your check-in/out dates as needed!!Rate: $204/night++Cutoff Date: September 27\, 2026 (block will likely fill very quickly!)Reservation Link: NCEDA Renaissance Resort Block (or call Marriott Reservations at 800.468.3571 and request the NCEDA Block or Group Code NCENCEA.)SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNTIESNorth Carolina's economic future isn't going to build itself\, and we want you on the construction crew!Sponsoring the 2026 Fall Conference is a chance to put your organization on the job site alongside the people shaping North Carolina's economic future. Whether you're looking to build brand awareness\, strengthen relationships\, showcase your expertise\, or support the economic development professionals working across our state\, there's a sponsorship opportunity for you.Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $2\,500. Explore the 2026 Fall Conference Sponsorship Opportunities to find the level that's right for your organization\, and contact Liz Dobbins-Smith with any questions or to confirm your support.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:


BUILDING THE FUTURE

The future isn&rsquo\;t something we wait for. It&rsquo\;s something we build.

Join NCEDA in Asheville for the 2026 Fall Conference: Building the Future\, where North Carolina&rsquo\;s economic development community will come together to explore the strategies\, partnerships\, and investments shaping our state&rsquo\;s next chapter.

From building a competitive advantage and preparing communities for industrial investment to developing a future-ready workforce and strengthening relationships with local leaders\, we&rsquo\;ll focus on the work that makes growth possible. Make plans to join us in Asheville - we can&rsquo\;t wait to see you there!

Build your knowledge. Build your network. Build your community&rsquo\;s advantage.

CONFERENCE DETAILS

The conference schedule is posted below for planning purposes\, and the agenda will be posted later. Attire for the full conference is business casual.

Monday\, October 19

Tuesday\, October 21

LODGING DETAILS

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNTIES

North Carolina&rsquo\;s economic future isn&rsquo\;t going to build itself\, and we want you on the construction crew!

Sponsoring the 2026 Fall Conference is a chance to put your organization on the job site alongside the people shaping North Carolina&rsquo\;s economic future. Whether you&rsquo\;re looking to build brand awareness\, strengthen relationships\, showcase your expertise\, or support the economic development professionals working across our state\, there&rsquo\;s a sponsorship opportunity for you.

Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $2\,500. Explore the 2026 Fall Conference Sponsorship Opportunities to find the level that&rsquo\;s right for your organization\, and contact Liz Dobbins-Smith with any questions or to confirm your support.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!


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