Economic Development for Local Leaders
Economic development is a shared responsibility that involves elected officials, senior staff, community organizations, businesses, and economic development practitioners. Strong leadership and a clear understanding of economic development principles are essential for building prosperous, resilient, and competitive communities.
BCEDA's Economic Development for Local Leaders program is designed to help community leaders better understand the role they play in supporting economic development and creating the conditions for business growth, investment, workforce development, and community prosperity.
The program can be customized to reflect local priorities, opportunities, and challenges.
Available Options
Economic Development for Local Leaders Presentation
A one-hour or two-hour session that introduces the fundamentals of economic development and the role of local leadership in supporting community prosperity.
Economic Development for Local Leaders Workshop
A half-day or full-day interactive workshop that explores economic development principles, community competitiveness, investment attraction, workforce development, business retention, and the role of local government and community partners.
Community Action Plan Program
An enhanced program that combines learning, discussion, stakeholder input, and facilitated planning to develop a practical one-year economic development action plan tailored to the community's goals and priorities.
Who Should Attend?
· Mayors and Councillors
· Chiefs and Council Members
· CAOs and senior administrators
· Economic development practitioners
· Community leaders
- Economic development committees
Benefits
· Build a stronger understanding of economic development
· Support informed decision-making
· Strengthen community leadership capacity
· Identify local opportunities and priorities
- Develop practical actions that support economic growth
Contact BCEDA to discuss the option that best fits your community's needs.
