66th C2ER + LMI Institute Annual Conference
June 17 – 19, 2026 Memphis, TN
2025 Economic and Workforce Development Applied Research Award Winners
Click here to see the 2025 Economic and Workforce Development Applied Research Award Winners!
Cost of Living Index
Deciding if that job offer in another city is actually better than what you have now? Managing employee salaries for multiple cities? Need reliable cost of living comparisons? Compare your area with more than 300 urban areas using the quarterly C2ER Cost of Living Index (COLI).
Technical Assistance
C2ER conducts data-driven research to create regional economic development strategies that build on regions’ existing industry and occupational composition. Learn more about how C2ER is helping regions compete throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Instructor-Led Training
C2ER is dedicated to improving the analytical skills of community and economic development research professionals. In cooperation with the LMI Institute, C2ER offers a comprehensive training program in economic development and labor market information analysis.
LMI Institute
The Labor Market Information (LMI) Institute advances the art and science of LMI development and use through a comprehensive national training program and by fostering communication between analysts and data users across the country. Find out how LMI Institute training, convenings, and access to State Certifications and Licenses data empower your organization’s ability to identify key labor market trends.
Upcoming Webinars & Events
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Apr
23
2:00 pm EDT
Webinar
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May
07
2:00 pm EDT
Webinar
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Jun
16–19
Memphis, TN
Annual Conference
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Jun
16
Memphis, TN
Training
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Jun
16
Memphis, TN
Training
