Regional Strategies Workshops

Cross-Sector Partnerships for Livable Communities
Thursday 9:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Room 202A
The Federal government is pushing for regional solutions that cross transportation, housing, economic development, and environmental protection interests. Find out how innovative regions are already working on cross-sector partnerships to create dynamic places to live and work.
Speakers: Adie Tomer, Research Analyst, Metropolitan Policy Program, Brookings Institution; Chris Thompson, Director of Marketing, Communication and Civic Outreach, Fund for Our Economic Future

Collaborative Regional Leadership
Thursday 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Room 202A
No organization or government can afford to "go it alone" to create long-term prosperity, so how do you get public, private and civic leaders engaged in regional efforts? Practitioners who have successfully led regional initiatives will share their insights and experiences on how to collaborate across boundaries.
Speakers: Michael Langley, Founder and President, Langley Group; Chuck Meadows, Vice President, Transportation Policy, Metro Atlanta (GA) Chamber; Mary Stagaman, Associate Vice President, External Affairs, University of Cincinnati

Mega-Regional Connections
Friday 9:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Room 202B
Cultivating innovation means looking beyond your region to partner with neighboring regions on issues that are large and complex. Learn how some mega-regions are already working together to compete in the next economy.
Speakers: Shelley Lauten, President, myregion.org; Edward Wolking, Jr., CCE, Executive Vice President, Detroit (MI) Regional Chamber Foundation

Inclusive Leadership
Friday 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Room 202B
Regions around the country are starting to engage a broader, more diverse base of leaders. Find out how your organization can promote sustainable economic development and social well-being by focusing on inclusion and opportunity for all.
Speaker: Kalima Rose, Senior Director, Center for Infrastructure Equity at PolicyLink