2024 WEDA Best Practices Conference  

Sept. 25 – 27, 2024              The Lismore   |   Eau Claire, WI
Powering Wisconsin’s Growth Through Best Practices
 
DRAFT CONFERENCE AGENDA IS FOUND HERE
 
The 2024 WEDA Best Practices Conference will be held Sept. 25-27, in beautiful Eau Claire, WI. The Lismore Hotel, in the heart of downtown, is our host.   Amazing restaurants and pubs, all within walking distance, will make this a great city to explore!  
 
The upcoming conference will provide attendees with an opportunity to dive into the fundamentals of economic development and the leading issues of the day, including technology advancements, entrepreneurship, talent attraction; business expansion and retention; and redevelopment and revitalization opportunities. 
 
In addition to a wealth of networking opportunities, dynamic speakers, and continuing education credit certifications (EDFP, CEcD and AICP), the Best Practices Conference will include the Community and Economic Development Awards (CEDA). The CEDA Awards program recognizes and celebrates exceptional projects, programs, and businesses that drive economic growth in Wisconsin.
 
We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Best Practices Conference. Come for the conference and take in the beauty of Western Wisconsin!     
 
 
Explore Eau Claire HERE
 
 
Conference Lodging
 
Conference Hotel:           The Lismore
333 Gibson Street, Eau Claire, WI  54701
 
Special WEDA Conference Group Room Rate: $98/night (Tuesday, Sept. 24 thru Thursday, Sept. 27) 
 
To qualify for the Group Room Rate, attendees must make reservations by September 3, 2024, and ask for the ‘2024 WEDA Best Practices Conference’ rate when making your reservation.  All reservations must be guaranteed by one night’s deposit with a major credit card.  
 
To make reservations, call the hotel:   715-835-8888
 
Check-in: 3 pm   |   Check-out:  12 noon
Parking:   Available at no charge
 

We have arranged for additional accommodations at The Oxbow Hotel.  The Oxbow is within walking distance to the conference hotel the Lismore.  The Oxbow Hotel – Downtown Eau Claire, WI,


WEDA has rooms for each of the nights of September 24, 25 & 26.   Rates are: Queen - $144;  Queen Double - $179

These rooms are listed under Wisconsin Economic Development Association and are available until September 11.  Attendees should call the hotel directly – 715.839.0601 and ask for our room block.

 
Exhibit Tables Available - Exhibit information can be found HERE 
 
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to share your products and services. Exhibit information may be found at the link above or on the conference registration site or by contacting Kathy Davies, conference planner –  kdavies@weda.org or 715-344-2457
 
Conference SponsorshipsAvailable – Click Here!
 
REGISTRATION INFO:        
Early Bird Registration --- Register by September 3, 2024 for a Chance to WIN! SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY!
Register by September 3 and be entered into a drawing to receive a special Eau Claire Area Gift Box! Three lucky winners will enjoy products from across the state. Sponsored by: Eau Claire
 
Full Conference Registration includes Wednesday evening reception; Thursday morning continental breakfast & breaks, lunch and evening reception; Friday morning breakfast and am break.  
 
An optional fee is required to participate in the Wednesday, September 25, Academy program, Wisconsin Women in Economic Development and the afternoon tour.  See registration site for details.

Registration fees:                          Member             Non-Member        

Full Conference                                 $299                     $449

Thursday Only                                   $199                     $279

 Friday Only                                        $109                     $179

Wednesday Academy                         Free!                   $  99 (Separate registration site is here)

Wed. Women in ED Luncheon          $  10                    $  10

Wednesday Tours                              $  20                    $  20

CEDA Luncheon Thursday                $  25                    $  25 (fee is only rq'd if not attending the FBPC)

 

 
REFUND POLICY: A 25% fee will be charged for all cancelations prior to August 30, 2024. After that date no refunds will be accepted. Transfer of ticket purchase may be made without penalty at any time. 
 
REGISTER HERE FOR THE WEDA BEST PRACTICES CONFERENCE 2024
 
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Additional Information:
This conference is recognized by IEDC as creditable towards Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) and Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) recertification.
Conference Handouts will be posted on the WEDA website.
Watch this website for updated information as conference dates near.
 

DRAFT CONFERENCE AGENDA IS FOUND HERE

2024 WEDA Fall Best Practices Conference

  • September 25 - 27, 2024
  • The Lismore
    333 Gibson Street
    Eau Claire, Wisconsin
    United States
    54701