Join thousands of economic development professionals and thought leaders at the IE DC 2025 Annual Conference in Detroit. Held September 14–17 at Huntington Place, this four-day gathering will explore how community revitalization leaders are catalyzing opportunity, vitality, and prosperity. Participants can expect engaging tours, interactive sessions, and strategic discussions focused on city transformation and inclusive growth.

Highlights include:

• AI/Tech Micro-Summit: hands-on exploration of machine intelligence in development

• Master Trends Sessions: on talent attraction and Smart Machine Age workforce strategies

• Networking receptions: Emerging Leaders event, International Dinner, Tech Tour of Ann Arbor, and more

Highlights include:

• Learn cutting-edge strategies for community revitalization and economic growth

• Connect with peers, sponsors, and urban development leaders

• Participate in immersive tours showcasing Detroit’s reinvention

• Shape future policy and practices alongside global counterparts

Mayor and industry leaders note Detroit’s transformation driven by $8 billion+ in investments, making it an ideal backdrop for this conference

Registration & Tickets

• Open for registration now via the IEDC site

• Pricing details available on the official site (member and non-member rates)

• Accessibility accommodations can be requested by contacting IEDC

Thanks to IEDC (International Economic Development Council) for this listing and the graphics for this startup conference.

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