Professional Development
CLED Courses for 2023
Dr. Bee leads the discussion on strategic planning at the Basic Economic Development Course
Scot Byrd leads the discussion on finance at the Basic Economic Development Course
Mary Ann Moon leads the discussion on ethics at the Basic Economic Development Course
Dr. Bee leads the discussion on strategic planning at the Basic Economic Development Course
Courses for 2023
With the exception of Basic Economic Development Course, courses are not accredited by the IEDC. They are offered as part of the "Certified Louisiana Economic Developer" (CLED) designation.
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Leadership and Management of EDO's
December 6-7, 2023
Hammond, LA
Speaker:
Ted Abernathy
Ted Abernathy serves as the Managing Partner of Economic Leadership, LLC. Economic Leadership, a small comprised of data, strategy, and policy experts working with private and public clients to analyze competitiveness, develop strategy, support leadership, and reimagine the future. Over the past several years, the team has worked on 146 projects in more than twenty states and internationally. Ted is the principal author of close to 100 reports on future trends, economic and workforce development, technology, and leadership, and he speaks on the economy almost every week. For example, his firm was a key partner in a most recent initiative spearheaded by the Louisiana Association of Business & Industry (LABI) aimed at improving Louisiana’s position as an economic development leader.
Early Registration - LIDEA Members $350 - Now through October 31
Early Registration - Non Members $400 - Now through October 31
Regular Registration - LIDEA Members $400 November 1 - 15
Regular Registration - Non Members $450 November 1 - 15
Course Description
This course will expose existing and aspiring Economic Development leaders to the leadership skills necessary to successfully lead high performance economic development organizations. Sessions will be interactive and cover the following topics, among others:
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Building your personal brand
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Developing your executive presence
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Identifying and engaging stakeholders and partners
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10 ways to improve collaboration
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Speaking to the media
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Using data to inform others and enhance your position
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Creating an organizational communication strategy and being the voice for the strategy
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Enhancing the performance of volunteers and board members
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Managing volunteer and political conflict
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Thought leadership and future thinking
Please join Ted Abernathy, Managing Partner of Economic Leadership, and Kat Saunders, Head of Strategy and Leadership, for this two-day interactive session. Real-world examples and simulations will be used throughout the course to develop skills that will be immediately applicable to your daily challenges.
Descriptions of Other Courses Offered:
Click on any title to learn more.
Most courses are offered on the Southeastern campus. Event registration will have information on classroom location.
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The Certified Louisiana Economic Developer (CLED) training program is a joint effort between LIDEA, Southeastern Louisiana University, and Louisiana Economic Development.
LIDEA Professional Development Programs are an Equal Opportunity Provider. Special accomodations will be made by participants with disabilities or special needs.
LIDEA Sponsors:
AGENDA
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Day One Wednesday December 6, 2023
8:30 - 9:00 Introductions and Overview of Course Objectives Ted Abernathy
9:00-9:30 Leadership Styles Ted Abernathy
9:30 -10:00 Building Your Personal Leadership Brand Kat Saunders
10:00 -10:15 Morning Break
10:15 -11:30 Building Your Personal Leadership Brand (Cont.) Kat Saunders
11:30 -12:00 Executive Presence (Dos and Don’ts) Kat Saunders
12:00 -1:00 Lunch Break
1:00 -2:30 Communicating with the Media (Tips and Traps Kat and Ted (Role Play Simulation)
2:30 -3:15 Positioning Yourself as a Thought Leader Kat and Ted
3:15 -5:00 Designing, and Voicing Your Organization’s Message Kat Saunders (The Narrative)
Day Two Thursday December 7th, 2023
9:00 -9:30 Group Leadership Ted Abernathy
9:30 -10:00 Identifying and Engaging Stakeholders, Allies and Partners - Ted Abernathy (Influence Mapping Exercise)
10:00 -10:15 Morning Break
10:15-10:40 Influence Mapping Discussion Kat Saunders
10:40 -11:20 Barriers to Leadership in Economic Development Group Exercise
11:20-12:00 Building Your Followers Ted Abernathy
12:00 -1:00 Lunch Break
1:00 -1:45 10 Tips to Improve Collaboration Ted Abernathy
1:00 -1:30 Using Data, Stories, Humor and Other Tools Ted Abernathy
1:30 -2:15 Crisis Communication and Your Role as Leader Kat Saunders
2:15 -3:00 Seeing the Future - A Crucial Leadership Skill Ted Abernathy
3:00 -4:00 Testing and Certifications
Event Location:
SBDC
1514 Martens Drive
Hammond LA
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Parking:
There is ample parking within our parking lot.
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Event Times:
December 6 - 8:30am - 5pm
December 7 - 9am - 4pm
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Hotel Recommendations:
While there are no hotel room blocks, LIDEA recommends the following options as having always provided good service and a reasonable cost:
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Courtyard by Marriott
1605 S. Magnolia Street, Hammond, LA
Phone: (985) 956-7730
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Holiday Inn
1819 SW Railroad Avenue, Hammond, LA
Phone: (985) 662-3877
Hampton Inn
401 Westin Oak Drive, Hammond, LA
Phone: (985) 419-2188
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