Alabama Communities of Excellence
The Alabama Communities of Excellence (ACE) program uses a comprehensive, three-phase approach to assist participating communities in planning and preparing for a more vibrant future.
As part of the EDAA Leadership Institute, we are offering the following five courses. These are one-day courses that run from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Building & Industry Marketing & Attraction This course will cover topics such as: Data-driven marketing techniques; Community marketing & branding; Social media & online targeting; Internal & external support; […]
As part of the EDAA Leadership Institute, we are offering five courses. These are one-day courses that run from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. This program will cover the Economic Development impact of attracting retail businesses to communities. Topics included are: Retail Development – Opportunities and Challenges; Trends in retail development; Planning for Retail Development […]
As part of the EDAA Leadership Institute, we are offering five courses. These are one-day courses that run from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Essentials of Economic Development This course will cover topics such as: What is economic development?; Successful business recruitment; Regional opportunities & resources; Strategies for success Thursday, September 26, 2019 Central Alabama […]
As part of the EDAA Leadership Institute, we are offering the following course. This one-day courses runs from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Building Community This program will cover the importance of building your community in order to improve economic development in the area. Topics included are: Building a Foundation for Economic Growth; Community Leadership; […]
Strategic Doing teaches people how to form collaborations quickly, move them toward measurable outcomes, and make adjustments along the way. In today’s world, collaboration is essential to meet the complex challenges we face. Strategic Doing enables leaders to design and guide new networks that generate innovative solutions. It is a new strategy discipline that is […]
As part of the EDAA Leadership Institute, we are offering five courses. These are one-day courses that run from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Building Workforce This course will cover trends in workforce development, resources and programs available in Alabama, and strategies for recruitment, training and retention. The course will be offered on the following […]
As part of the EDAA Leadership Institute, we are offering the following five courses. These are one-day courses that run from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Building & Industry Marketing & Attraction This course will cover topics such as: Data-driven marketing techniques; Community marketing & branding; Social media & online targeting; Internal & external support; […]
Gulf State Park Lodge, Gulf Shores, AL Conference: Feb. 6-7 - $195 Registration Outdoor Mobile Workshops: Feb. 5 - $50 Registration Registration Extended to: Monday, Jan. 27, 2020 A fun and informative gathering for those who plan, develop and manage recreational trails in Alabama. Wednesday, Feb. 5 - Outdoor Mobile Workshops (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) Gulf […]
Join us Tuesday, March 10 in Fort Payne and hear from Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors about converting abandoned gas stations, dry cleaners, gins, warehouses and factories into vibrant spaces. At this training, you'll also learn about available resources from agencies including Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), the Resource Conservation and Development […]