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SUMMARY:2024 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re new to the world of Economic Development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher\,  the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course is your ticket to the fundamental concepts\, strategies\, and tools needed to be successful in today’s complex economic environment. This essential course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities and assist them in gaining capacity-building skills\, resources\, and networks to accelerate economic development. \nIn previous years\, our week-long Basic Course was held in Baltimore\, which required travel expenses\, time away from home\, and extra planning and organization. With our all-virtual course this year\, you can learn it all from the comfort of your own home\, making it an accessible\, efficient\, and more affordable way to learn the fundamentals of economic development. We have excellent instructors lined up to teach\, and you’ll get to meet and network with other participants… all virtually! \nThis course will be offered online (via Zoom). Please note that the time zone is Eastern Time (ET). \nTo view the draft agenda for the 2024 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course\, please click here. Please note: as part of the curriculum of the 2024 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course\, participants will attend the 2024 MEDA Summer Conference: Best Practices for Economic Developers in Site Selector Engagement\, which will be held virtually on July 24 from 9 AM to 12 PM. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nGrow your skills and understanding of economic development foundational elements\nBest practices in economic and community development\nManaging an economic development program\nFinancing economic development projects and using incentives\nExplore new methods and programs to promote job growth and investment\nBusiness retention and expansion\nMarketing and business attraction\nDiscuss emerging trends and factors that shape local and regional economies\nEthics in economic development\nGain detailed knowledge of successful initiatives\nStrategic planning\nSmall business and entrepreneurship\nTools for planning your economy and how to use them.\nResearching your prospects and building a community data profile.\nReal estate development and reuse\nNeighborhood revitalization\nManaging real estate inventory.\nDevelop a valuable network of fellow economic development professionals and resources\nLearn from outstanding experts and practitioners in the field\n\nWho Should Take the Course?\nThe Basic Economic Development Course is designed for community leaders and stakeholders who participate in the process of community and economic development at local\, regional\, state and federal levels. Typical attendees include: \n\n\n\n\n\nEconomic development practitioners\nBusiness leaders\nCommunity volunteers\nPublic utility personnel\nGovernment agency staff\nReal estate professionals\nChambers of commerce members\nBusiness development professionals\nCooperative extension personnel\nPlanning and development agencies\nBankers and financial institution professionals\nCommunity development organization professionals\nMunicipal\, town and county government elected and appointed officials\nOthers interested in facilitating job creation and capital investment in their community\, region or state\n\n\n\n\n\nYour First Step Toward Certification\nFor those seeking national certification\, the Economic Development Basic Course is the first requirement in the process of becoming a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). This Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the CEcD exam. CEcD certification through the IEDC is a national recognition that denotes a mastery of principal skills in economic development\, professional attainment\, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. \nLofton Scholarships for MEDA Members\nMembers of MEDA can apply for a Lofton Scholarship to cover the tuition for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in full.  MEDA’s Lofton Scholarship exists to support the growth of professional skills and knowledge by economic development practitioners in Maryland. \nApply for the Lofton Scholarship before you register for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course. Upon acceptance\, you will be given a discount code to use with your registration. The last day to apply for the Lofton Scholarship for the Basic Course is July 15. Apply here! \nDetails\nThe 2024 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course will be held July 22 – July 26 (virtually) from approximately 9am to 4pm Eastern Time. To view the draft agenda for the 2024 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course\, please click here. \nTuition is: \n\n$640 for MEDA members (Lofton Scholarship available for full tuition to members)\n$815  for non-members (tuition includes MEDA membership for a year)\n\n
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SUMMARY:HACK the Railroad
DESCRIPTION:In an era driven by the surge of digitalization\, the world of rail transportation has undergone a remarkable transformation. With every passing day\, our trains and metros hurtle forward at unprecedented speeds. Yet\, as the horizon expands\, so too does the realm of potential threats. \nEmbark on a journey during Hack The Railroad—a groundbreaking hybrid two-day cybersecurity conference powered by the alliance of  Cylus\, TAC\, and Amtrak. This gathering serves as a nexus for the brightest minds in the railway cybersecurity industry. \nNetwork with 1000+ Cybersecurity Leaders and Technical Professionals. \nHear from 50+ Speakers about the railway threat landscape and more. \nMeet 100+ Sponsors and Collaborators from Industry & Government at HTR Expo. \nAttend Exclusive Networking Events set for conversation and collaboration. \nHack The Railroad 2024 Conference – Technology Advancement Center (thetac.tech) \n
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SUMMARY:2024 MEDA Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Best Practices for Economic Developers in Site Selector Engagement \n2024 MEDA Summer Conference: Best Practices for Economic Developers in Site Selector Engagement participants will gain insights into the current state of site selection\, explore international site selection criteria\, and learn how to leverage locational advantages effectively. Through expert-led discussions and networking opportunities\, attendees will discover best practices and effective strategies. This event is a great opportunity for economic development professionals to enhance their understanding of site selection and drive successful outcomes for their communities. \nDraft Agenda \n9:00 – 9:15 AM WELCOME AND MEDA BUSINESS MEETING \n\nWelcome: Richard Griffin\, CEcD\, MEDA President\nApproval of Minutes: Kelly Robertson-Slagle\, MEDA Secretary\nInduction of New Members: Ebony Stocks\, MEDA Membership Co-Chair\n\n9:15 – 9:45 AM “The State of Site Selection”  \n\nRobyn Domber\, Senior Vice President\, Research\, Development Counsellors International\n\n9:45 – 10:15 AM  “Economic Development and Site Selectors the Importance of the Relationship” \n\nW. Ford Graham\, SVP Infrastructure & Economic Development\, McGuireWoods Consulting LLC\nLara Fritts\, CEcD\, Director of Economic Opportunity\, Frederick County\n\n10:15 – 10:25 AM Break \n10:25 – 10:55 AM “Importance of Site Readiness” \n\nJeannette T. Goldsmith\, Vice President\, Strategic Development Group\n\n10:55 – 11:25 AM “How to Lose a Project in 10 Ways” \n\nNicholette Ross\, Managing Consultant\, Global Location Strategies\n\n11:25 – 11:55 AM “How Projects are Evaluated” \n\nAnn Harts\, Senior Vice President\, Site Selection & Incentives\, Cresa\nAlicia Janesko Hutchings\, Director\, Site Selection & Incentives\, Cresa\nRon Spencer\, Principal\, Cresa\n\n11:55 AM – 12:15 PM Wrap-Up \n
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SUMMARY:Securely Leveraging LLMs in Enterprises: A Step Towards Adapting GenAI
DESCRIPTION:In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape\, enterprises are continually seeking innovative solutions to boost productivity\, streamline operations\, and maintain a competitive edge. Large Language Models (LLMs) have emerged as a pivotal technology driving this transformation across various industry verticals. We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar\, “Harnessing Large Language Models Securely in Enterprises.” This session will explore the transformative potential of LLMs and how they can be securely integrated into the complex frameworks of modern enterprises.\nDuring this webinar\, you’ll gain valuable insights into: \n\nUnderstanding the capabilities and limitations of large language models and RAG architecture.\nImplementing robust security measures to protect sensitive enterprise data.\nExploring practical applications of LLMs across diverse industry sectors.\nBest practices for seamlessly integrating LLMs into existing enterprise workflows.\nLive demonstrations showcasing LLMs using Llama and OpenSearch.\n\nOur esteemed panel of experts\, including industry thought leaders and cybersecurity specialists\, will share their firsthand insights and actionable strategies to optimize LLM utilization while upholding data integrity and privacy standards.\nWhether you’re an IT professional\, data scientist\, business leader\, or cybersecurity enthusiast\, this webinar promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively leverage LLMs within your organization. \n
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