2026 Leadership Summit
Organized by International Economic Development Council
As economic development continues to transform at record speed, leaders across every career stage must adapt quickly to stay ahead.
- Dates
- Mar 1-3, 2026
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Deadline
- Feb 20, 2026
- Attendees
- 500
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About this conference
As economic development continues to transform at record speed, leaders across every career stage must adapt quickly to stay ahead. The IEDC's Leadership Summit will bring together economic development leaders from around the world to advocate for policy priorities and shape the future of the field. With timely, specialized tracks, attendees will gain strategies and insights to thrive in today's rapidly evolving landscape. The reimagined Summit breaks the traditional conference mold with active, hands-on learning at every career level, including collaborative think tanks, hands-on workshops, expert-led D.C. exploration, impact labs, and access to key policymakers and federal agencies.
Sponsorship options
IEDC offers a diverse array of sponsorship opportunities designed to maximize visibility and exposure among peers and customers. Sponsorships contribute to delivering impactful programming, featuring exceptional speakers, and creating networking avenues. A comprehensive range of sponsorship packages and exhibit opportunities are available to accommodate various budgets, for those looking to promote services as an exhibitor or seek unparalleled exposure as an event sponsor. Sponsorship levels mentioned include Chairman's, Presenting, Visionary, Innovation, Supporting, Special Events, and Media Partner.
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