2020 Annual Meeting
MEDA's biggest education and networking event of the year is its Annual Meeting. This four-day conference includes educational sessions covering the most important economic development topics and issues of the time as well as several networking opportunities.
This conference will be held Tuesday, August 18 - Friday, August 21, 2020, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, MI - just minutes away from Traverse City!
Agenda, Activities, and Speakers
Agenda - Typically available in early May.
Activities - Typically available in early May.
Meet the Speakers - Typically available in early May.
Location, Hotel Reservations, and Travel Plans
Location and Hotel Reservations - Coming Soon! For now, please contact Cassandra at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you need information on hotel costs.
Make Your Travel Plans - Coming Soon!
Thank You Sponsors
Sponsor This Event
See our Sponsor MEDA page for the Annual Meeting sponsorship packages.
Thank You Committee
Awards
MEDA is proud to accept nominations for awards that honor hard-working economic developers. Award nominations can be submitted at any time, but to be considered for the 2020 Annual Meeting, the form must be submitted to MEDA by July 1st.
- Emerging Star Award
- MEDA Medalist of the Year
- Mike Conboy Professional Development Award
- Robert Sieghart Award for Enthusiasm for the Economic Development Profession
To learn about the qualifications, access the nomination forms, and view past winners, visit our Awards Page. - Coming Soon!
Cost
Early Registration (Now - August 3): MEDA Members $315/Non-Members $425*
*If you joined MEDA in the last year, you may still have a New Member Coupon that you can apply toward this event. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to check!
Regular Registration (August 4 - August 10): MEDA Members $330/Non-Members $440
Optional Fee-Based Activities
Tours: $TBD/tour/person
Guest (spouse, children, etc.) Fees
Early Arrivals Reception: $35/person
Opening Reception: $50/person
Awards Reception: $50/person
Tours: $TBD/tour/person
***The Early Arrivals Reception, Opening Reception, and Awards Reception are included for registered attendees.
Certification Qualifications
This program qualifies for continuing education credits for Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification from the National Development Council (NDC). Use the form on this page to claim your credit.
We will apply for recognition from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) so this event can be recognized as a professional development event that counts toward the recertification of Certified Economic Developers (CEcD).
Registration
Registration is typically available in mid-May.
