2025 Emerging Executives Forum!

Register today for the 2025 Emerging Executives Forum, presented by ECS Southeast, taking place January 22-23 in Durham! This event is tailored for younger professionals and those newer to economic development, however, all are welcome to join!

The Forum will feature a Career Advancement Panel, a Spec Building Roundtables Session, a Trade Show Dos and Don’ts presentation and skit and an interactive Legislative Update. We’re also excited to highlight some of our Next Generation EDO Directors to hear their stories and perspectives. The full agenda is now posted on the registration page!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER!

If you are already registered and still need lodging, please note that the hotel block deadline is tomorrow – Friday,  January 10. Click HERE to make your hotel reservation!

SCHEDULE

Wednesday, January 22

Optional Industry Tour (MetLife • 2 – 3 pm)

Optional Downtown Durham Tour (3 – 4:30 pm)

Welcoming Reception (5:30 – 7 pm)

Thursday, January 23

Breakfast (8 – 8:30 am)

Forum General Session (8:30 am – 12:30 pm)

Luncheon (12:30 – 2 pm)

Optional Tours (American Tobacco Campus or Durham Bulls Athletic Park • 2:30 – 3:30 pm)

Click HERE to view the full agenda!

PRICING

Members $150 • Non-Members $225 • Student Members $25

Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Click HERE to explore sponsorship levels and benefits. For more information, contact Liz at 888.246.2332 or liz@nceda.org.