Professional Development
CLED Courses 2021
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
Upcoming Courses for 2021
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.
**New Date**
December 8-9, 2021
Speakers:
C. Patrick Scott, PhD, LA Tech
Joe Mansour, MBA, CLED, LA Tech
Dr. William Wainwright, Chancellor, NTCC
Dr. Mario Vaccari, Director of Operations, LED FastStart
Tom Yura, COO, Cornerstone Chemical Company
State of LA Workforce Development Council
Greater Baton Rouge Industrial Alliance
Regular Registration - LIDEA Members $250 Dates 9/1/2021 through 11/19/21
Regular Registration - Non Members $300 Dates 9/1/2021 through 11/19/21
Upcoming Courses for 2022
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.
Basic Economic Development Course
February 8-11, 2022
Greater New Orleans, Inc., Energy Centre Building
1100 Poydras St.
New Orleans, LA
Early Registration - LIDEA Members $350 Now - December 31, 2021
Early Registration - Non Members $400 Now - December 31, 2021
Regular Registration - LIDEA Members $400 January 1 - January 21, 2022
Regular Registration - Non Members $450 January 1 - January 21, 2022
Course Description:
When conducting surveys of C-level executives, often through economic development practitioners' Business Retention & Expansion visits, almost without exception they mention their greatest challenge is finding and maintaining a top notch workforce. This course explains the essential relationship between economic and workforce development through case studies, practical examples, and current research. Course participants will learn what programs currently leverage federal, state, and local financial resources to support workforce development. The course will also discuss specifics of the Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), as well as Louisiana initiatives such as LED’s nationally-recognized FastStart program and the Department of Education’s JumpStart program.
Course Highlights:
• The core components of the workforce development system and its essential role in economic development
• Understanding occupational data analysis
• Assessing qualifications, skills and abilities of current workforce
• Recruitment and retention of a skilled labor force
• The role of higher education in workforce and economic development
• New alliances, new models, federal funding and best practices in regional & local initiatives
• Future trends in workforce development for the state
Event Location:
Small Business Development Center
1514 Martens Drive
Hammond, LA 70401
Parking:
Free parking is available on the south and east sides within the facility parking lot.
Event Times:
November 10-11 - 8:30am - 5pm
Hotel Recommendations:
LIDEA recommends the following options as having always provided good service and a reasonable cost:
Courtyard by Marriott
1605 S. Magnolia Street, Hammond, LA
Phone: (985) 956-7730
Holiday Inn
1819 SW Railroad Avenue, Hammond, LA
Phone: (985) 662-3877
Hampton Inn
401 Westin Oak Drive, Hammond, LA
Phone: (985) 419-2188
Most courses are offered on the Southeastern campus. Event registration will have information on classroom location.
The Certified Louisiana Economic Developer (CLED) training program is a joint effort between LIDEA, Southeastern Louisiana University, and Louisiana Economic Development.
LIDEA Sponsors:
Louisiana's Transformative Economy
The Impacts of Technology, Global Markets and COVID
Coming Spring 2022
Speaker:
Jay Moon
Early Registration - LIDEA Members $200 - Dates TBA
Early Registration - Non Members $250 Dates TBA
Regular Registration - LIDEA Members $250 Dates TBA
Regular Registration - Non Members $300 Dates TBA
Course Description:
Major changes in global business patterns have altered the corporate landscape. New methods of production, challenges to main street, continuing globalization of major markets and the relentless beat of technological innovation have imposed new pressures on the private sector. The continuing impact of the COVID 19 pandemic has only accelerated many of these transformative processes.
What impact will these changes have on economic development in Louisiana ? Over a day and a half, experts on all facets of Louisiana's economy, including workforce, energy, retail, transportation, logistics and the hospitality industry, will discuss the transformative impact of these changes upon Louisiana's economy. In addition to private sector representatives, public sector subject matter experts will focus on those significant drivers and challenges that will control the future of Louisiana's state, parish and community economic future.
Descriptions of Other Courses Offered:
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LIDEA Professional Development Programs are an Equal Opportunity Provider. Special accomodations will be made by participants with disabilities or special needs.
Course Description:
This 4-day course provides participants an overview and introduction to the fundamentals of economic development that prepares them to help their communities and their organizations meet the competitive challenges they face in fostering economic development.
Course Highlights:
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Managing the Economic Development Organization
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Ethics in Economic Development
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Incentives
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Transportation and Logistics
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Real Estate Development and Reuse
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Community Development
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Understanding Retail
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Workforce Development
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Marketing and Attraction
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Finance
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Strategic Planning
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Small Business & Entrepreneurship