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EcDev Leadership Lab

February 23, 2026 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM (MST)

Description

AAED's EcDev Learning Lab aims to empower experienced economic development leaders with the strategic insights and innovative tools needed to navigate complex challenges. The day will focus on fostering collaborative solutions, leveraging technology for sustainable growth, and building resilient, inclusive economies for the future. 

Who should attend?

  • Economic development professionals in leadership positions (ex. Director, Manager, VP, etc.)
  • Tenured practitioners interested in leadership seeking to elevate their skills and learn new frameworks for discussing complex challenges
  • Knowledgeable ecosystem partners (ex. workforce, utilities, developers, etc.) who wish to expand their understanding of economic development decision-making

Interested in sponsoring? Contact Katie Hurst at katie@aaed.com.

Agenda

8:30 - 9:00 AMContinental breakfast & Table Topics
9:00 - 9:30 AMShifts & Signals
9:30 - 10:30 AMSystems Map Framework Working Session
10:30 - 10:45 AMBreak
10:45 - 11:45 AMTechnology as a Force Multiplier
11:45 AM - 1:30 PMLunch & Keynote

Shifts & Signals: Quickly surface the most critical economic, technological, political, and social shifts impacting Arizona communities—and to align leaders around the trends requiring future attention.

System Map Framework Working Session: See how regional economic challenges are interconnected, uncover root causes, and identify leverage points that lead to meaningful and scalable interventions. 

Technology as a Force Multiplier: Deepen your ability to apply technology to amplify impact across lead generation, BRE, labor market intelligence, prospecting, and operations. 

Location

PERA

Sandhill East Meeting Room
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Contact Information

Arizona Association for Economic Development
Name: Katie Hurst, AZED Pro
Phone: (602) 240-2233 ext. 1
Email: katie@aaed.com
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