Women in Economic Development Forum11 Sofitel Magnificent Mile Chicago, Illinois October 12-14, 2021     About Area Development is pleased to be returning to the Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile for the 11th annual Women in Economic Development Forum, October 12th-14th, 2021. The program will provide the opportunity to hear from and network with leading site consultants and industry experts who will head an agenda of presentations, panels and roundtables discussions, focused on the trends influencing corporate location and economic development strategy. Schedule The Forum opens Tuesday with an evening Networking Reception and Dinner at the hotel. The Wednesday and Thursday programs consist of presentations and panels, ending with roundtable discussions where attendees can engage face to face with speakers. Links Registration Sponsorship 2019 Hotel 2019 Feedback: As a first-time attendee and sponsor, I was very impressed with intelligent presentations and level of engagement by the consultant attendees. I felt welcomed, inspired and educated after spending time with these very accomplished female leaders. It was worth both my time and my company's investment, and I look forward to attending in future years. Ameren, Missouri (sponsor) I thought the forum was very well organized, the speakers were great and represented a wide range of topics, and there was enough time built into network with others. Clinton Regional Development Group, Iowa This was my first time attending the Forum. It's one of the best ED conferences I've attended. Content, presenters, food, venue, etc. were all top notch. Amy Geber was a fantastic moderator. Commerce Lexington, Kentucky (sponsor) As always, I find it very valuable to have face time with site selectors and to exchange ideas with peers from around the US. Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Read More Comments   All contents copyright © 2021 Halcyon Business Publications, Inc