Conference Location

Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing, 8787 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN

Room Block

Rate $142 - Reserve by November 21

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Registration Fees

  OCT 28 - NOV 27  NOV 28 - DEC 12 
 Member   $325  $350
 Nonmember  $425  $450

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Agenda

thursday, December 12

12:00 PM

Registration Opens

12:30 PM

Welcome

12:50 PM

Workforce Projections and Approaches to Talent

As Indiana's population growth is projected to slow, how can economic developers and partners work together to change the story for our future workforce? Join our experts as they break down the latest information and recommend approaches for moving forward.
Presenters
Indiana’s Projected Future: Visualizing Age Group Trends to 2050: Carol O. Rogers, Director + Governor’s Census Liaison, Indiana Business Research Center, Indiana University Kelley School of Business
Talent Development and Attraction in Rural Areas: Isaac R. Lee, Executive Director, Steuben County Economic Development Corporation
Building Regional Talent Ecosystems: Attracting Students to In-Demand, High-Wage Careers: Eric Davis, CEO, Skyepack

1:40 PM

Networking Break

2:00 PM

Powering the Future: Strategies for Attracting and Supporting Energy-Intensive Projects

As energy-intensive industries, such as data centers and large-scale manufacturing facilities, continue to expand, economic developers have a unique opportunity to position their communities as prime locations for these high-impact projects. This session will delve into the critical factors to consider when attracting and supporting these projects, with a focus on protecting community interests and maximizing economic benefits.
Presenters
Rick Hall, Partner, Barnes & Thornburg
Devin Hillsdon-Smith, Director, Integrated Site Selection – Industrial, Cushman & Wakefield
Jonathan Leist, Director of Community Development, City of Fort Wayne
Moderator: Jeff Quyle, President/CEO, Radius Indiana

3:00 PM

Networking Break


3:15 PM

Elected Officials Panel

What's on deck for economic development in 2025? Long-time Inside Indiana Business host Gerry Dick will provide insight from his experiences with the statewide 2024 Engage Indiana series and moderate a panel of Mayors from around the state, including Terre Haute, Lebanon, Vincennes and more.
Mayor Matt Gentry, Lebanon, IN
Mayor Brandon Sakbun, Terre Haute, IN
Mayor Joe Yochum, Vincennes, IN
Moderator: Gerry Dick, Inside Indiana Business

4:10 PM

Navigating the Legislative Landscape: A 2025 Preview

Join us for a comprehensive overview of the legislative agenda and hear a forecast of what's in store for the 2025 session. This interactive session will provide valuable insights into key policy issues and their potential impact on our industry. Engage in real-time discussions and share your perspectives on pressing legislative matters.
Presenters
Mark Shublak, Partner, Taft (IEDA Lobbyist)
Matt Eckerle, Principal, Baker Tilly Municipal Advisors, LLC (Legislative Committee Co-Chair)
Wendy Dant Chesser, Chief Director, Corporate Strategy & External Affairs, River Ridge Authority (Legislative Committee Co-Chair)
Heather Ennis, President & CEO, NWI Forum (Legislative Committee Co-Chair)

4:55 PM

IEDA Year in Review

Matt Kavgian, Executive Director, Indiana Economic Development Association
Erin Schneider, Director, Economic Development, Duke Energy (IEDA Chair)

5:15 PM

IEDA Awards Presentation

5:30 PM

Reception

9:00 PM

IEDA After Hours

Not sure what to do after dinner or the reception? Want to meet more attendees in a relaxed atmosphere? Join attendees for games and fun after dinner! IEDA After Hours is going to the District Tap. A shuttle will be available for transportation to and from the District Tap.   


Friday, December 13

7:30 AM

Breakfast


8:15 AM

IEDC Awards & Announcement

8:30 AM

Welcome

8:45 AM

Discover the Indiana Difference: A Site Selector's Point of View

Learn from a panel of leading national site selection consultants as they share their perspectives on how Indiana communities compete against communities nationwide.
Presenters
Will Ramirez, Vice President, Site Selection Group
Michael Falleroni, Principal, Site Selection & Business Incentives, Ryan Consulting
Didi Caldwell, President and CEO, Global Location Strategies
Moderator: Victoria Herring, Sr. Project Manager, Attractions North Region, IEDC

9:45 AM

Networking Break

10:00 AM

Power, People, & Policy: What is driving the future of industrial location?

In the wake of the pandemic and this year’s presidential election, major corporations face new challenges in deciding where to build their next manufacturing facilities. This session will explore how increased power requirements, shifting & declining population, and uncertainty around US policy potentially shape corporate site location strategy in 2025 and beyond.
Presenter
Jason Hickey, President and CEO, Hickey & Associates

11:05 AM

The Power Puzzle: Energy Infrastructure Challenges in Industrial Real Estate

According to the New York Times, AI could soon require as much electricity as an entire country. Coupled with aging infrastructure, this could pose significant challenges for future manufacturers. Analyzing global economic outlooks and recent trends in corporate location decision-making, learn more about the crucial role utilities play in site selection. We examine how energy infrastructure drives economic growth, debunks common industry myths, and provides a deeper understanding of its impact on industrial real estate.
Presenter
Didi Caldwell, President and CEO, Global Location Strategies

12:05 PM

End of Conference

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