Conference Center - 2007 Fall Conference
A Joint Conference with the
Washington Economic Development
Association
“The Voice of Economic
Development in Washington State”
&
The Washington Public Ports Association
September 12 - 14, Richland
Red Lion, Tri-Cities, Washington
This conference will
bring together the members of both organizations. Additionally,
attendees will include those people that are not members of either
organization but have a vested interest in economic development both
from the private and public sector. The conference includes tours and
seminars. Both the first and second day will conclude with a
reception.
ABOUT
WEDA: The Washington Economic Development
Association is a state-wide, non-profit association of private
businesses, economic development councils, ports, governments, and
others committed to enhancing the state’s climate for economic
development. This is accomplished through goals and strategies that:
- Promote sound economic development policy on the state level,
and
- Provide educational and networking opportunities for economic
development professionals.
ABOUT
WPPA: In 1911, the state legislature
authorized the Port District Act, allowing citizens to create port
districts. Since that time, our state has grown to be the most
trade-dependent in the union. And that trade activity is responsible for
one in every four jobs in Washington.
But ports do much more than promote trade
at our shipping terminals: they operate marinas, docks, airports,
railroads, industrial sites, and recreational facilities. Ports bring
economic development - investment and jobs - to their communities.
The Washington Public Ports Association was
formed by the Legislature in 1961. WPPA promotes the interests of the
port community through effective government relations, ongoing
education, and strong advocacy programs.
Sponsorship Information
Highlights of the agenda: View Agenda
- Two tour options, 1) Pacific Northwest National
Laboratory/B-Reactor or 2) Tri-Ports.
- Panels & Presentations featuring updates and important
information on Workforce Development, Tourism, Policy Priorities and
Legislative concerns, Innovation Partnership Zones, Life Sciences
Discovery Fund and Case Studies, site selection and facility
planning.
- An opportunity to visit with legislators.
- Featured speakers, Angelos Angelou, from Angelou Economics and
Rich Bodo of Area Development Site & Facility Planning Magazine.
- Prime networking opportunities event receptions and meal
functions.
Hotel
Information:
The conference will be held at the
Red Lion Hotel Richland located right
on the scenic Columbia River, 10 minutes from the Tri-cities Airport via
their complimentary airport transportation. On downtown Richland’s main
arterial, the hotel offers convenient access to the Hanford Nuclear
Reservation and all of the businesses located in the area.
Room rates are $72.95 Single/Double occupancy per
night. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-325-4000. Remember to
specify that you are with the WEDA/Washington Public Ports
Association group.
To assure a room at the conference rate, please
make your reservation by August 20th.
A complimentary airport shuttle is available.
Driving directions can be found at:
http://redlion.rdln.com/HotelLocator/HotelMap.aspx?metaID=40
Registration Fees:
Members: $250
Non-members: $280
Note: Tours are included in registration fee.
Registration deadline: September 7
Click here to register.
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