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Economic Development Council to hold Econ. Dev. Forum April 18th-20th

The International Economic Development Council will hold is Federal Economic Development Forum at the Westin Alexandria April 18th to 20th. The forum offers three days of informative sessions, a first-rate line-up of speakers and the opportunity to gain insight on federal E.D. policy. It will examine how the government has shifted to a more active role in the E.D. and what the shift may mean for your community. A year after the enactment of the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act, the Federal Forum will provide you with the opportunity to see how the landmark legislation is impacting the E.D. and how you can continue to take advantage of tools and resources to benefit your community. For more information go to www.iedconline.org. For room reservations, call (866) 837-4210.
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