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 Special IEDC Annual Conference Issue of the Economic Development Navigator
Welcome to this special edition of the Economic Development Navigator related to the International Economic Development Council's 2011 Annual Conference, September 18-21, in Charlotte, NC. We hope to see you there and here are some highlights of what we are involved in.
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Panel Session: "Beyond Jobs: New Methods in Measuring Return on Investments"
Jim Damicis, Camion's Senior Vice President, will be joining Ed Bee, President, Taimerica Management Company, and Patricia Scruggs, President, Scruggs & Associates LLC as presenters for a session on New Methods in Measuring Return on Investments. This session will be held 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM on Monday September 19 and will be moderated by Jack Rogers, Editor in Chief, Business Facilities, Group C Media, Inc. Economic development metrics typically focus on jobs created and taxes generated, yet these variables do not capture the impact of programs that aim to grow knowledge-based economies. In this session, panelists will present new tools and techniques for evaluating economic development efforts that include measures such as wealth creation, workforce talent, network development, innovation and entrepreneurial environment, and global competitiveness. Session attendees will leave with an understanding of these new measurements and how to implement them locally, leading to demonstrable results for their programs, leaders and communities.
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Learning Lab: "Using Workforce Analysis for Understanding and Building Your Tech Sectors"
Economic Modeling Specialists Inc. (EMSI) will be sponsoring a learning lab at the IEDC Annual Conference from noon until 1:00PM on Monday September 19 in the exhibit area. Jim Damicis, Camion's Senior Vice President, will be joining Mike Church, Northeast Representative for EMSI and will provide real examples on how to use labor market data and economic analysis tools to understand what occupations make-up employment in technology industries, as well as past and projected growth levels, wage levels and typical education and training required. They will also discuss the relevance of high vs. middle skilled jobs in technology industries and other industries that have the same or similar occupational needs as the tech sector. Come join us and learn how to use data tools for your own analysis.
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Camoin Exhibiting at Conference
Camoin Associates will once again be exhibiting at the IEDC conference. Stop by our booth to say hello, talk economic development, and catch-up. Rob, Jim and Michael will be there and look forward to seeing you:
Rob Camoin, President   
Jim Damicis, Senior Vice President
Michael N'dolo, Vice President
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IEDC, NEDA, and Camoin Associates Partner to Bring CEcD Curriculum/Professional Training to the Northeast
While at IEDC be sure to stop by our exhibit booth and learn more about our partnership with IEDC and the Northeastern Economic Developers Association (NEDA) to offer the IEDC professional training program beginning February 13-14, 2012 in Albany, New York with "Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development Strategies". Two additional courses including "Economic Development Strategic Planning" and "Technology-Led Economic Development" are also scheduled for Albany May 17-18 and September 13-14, 2012 respectively. More details will be coming and check out our website here for more information!
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