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The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how fragile surveys and administrative data can be. In response to both this and the push for the availability of data at the local level in recent years, the U.S. statistical system has seen modernization efforts to produce data that is truly reflective of reality. To meet the data demands, […]
Continue Reading“Economic development is more than just trying to encourage growth; it’s about making a positive change throughout the community using data, so everybody wins.” Equitable growth for the future was the main idea highlighted in the Welcome Keynote address to kick off the C2ER/LMI Institute’s 62nd annual conference in Columbus, Ohio on June 14. The […]
Continue ReadingRegistration Open: Future of Work Summit Westin Arlington Gateway Arlington, VA The future of work is upon us now, with major trends changing workplaces, workforces, and industries. The growing adoption of technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and robotics in the workplace underscores the importance of sound employment projections and having a better […]
Continue ReadingJuly 7, 2022 Announcements The Future of C2ER and LMI Institute At the 2022 Annual Conference the new Chairs of C2ER and the LMI Institute spoke on their vision for the future of both organizations. Hear from Laura Coleman and Tim Kestner and where they plan to lead the associations in the next year. […]
Continue ReadingJune 23, 2022 Announcements Quarter 1, 2022 Cost of Living Index Released Among the 262 urban areas that participated in the first quarter 2022 Cost of Living Index, the after-tax cost for a professional/managerial standard of living ranged from more than twice the national average in New York (Manhattan) NY to more than 20 […]
Continue ReadingJune 9, 2022 Announcements NEXT WEEK!! Agenda Registration News & Reports Headlines Bankrate – Cost of Living Facts and Statistics 2022 Census Bureau – Enhancements to the Census Address Geocoding Tool Now Available Planetizen – What Is Incremental Planning? Route Fifty – The Big Debate Around Statehouses: What to Do With Budget Surpluses White […]
Continue ReadingAgenda Register 11 days left! We’re happy to announce the vendor sessions for the C2ER/LMI Institute Annual Conference & Forum, The Road Ahead: Using Data to Pave the Way being presented June 14, 2022. Register today to learn and connect with leaders in the industry of economic development and workforce research: Turn Data Into […]
Continue Reading2022 – Spring Edition In This Issue: Sharpen Your Research Toolkit at the Annual Conference C2ER Certified Research Professional Presentation C2ER Member Profile: Tom Tveidt RESEARCH Come Learn About The Latest Research Join us in 18 days to sharpen your toolkit on the latest research going on with your peers. The C2ER/LMI Institute Annual […]
Continue Reading19 Days Left to Register!! Agenda Register Book Room! The C2ER 62nd Annual Conference/LMI Institute Annual Forum will be held both in-person and virtually June 13-16, 2022 at the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel in Columbus, OH. The theme this year is The Road Ahead: Using Data to Pave the Way. Conference highlights include industry-leading keynotes, training […]
Continue ReadingMay 12, 2022 Announcements 32 Days to the Conference! Agenda Registration Hotel room block closes May 20th! News & Reports Headlines American Association of Community Colleges – Larger Skilled Workforce Needed to Expand Broadband Census Bureau – Census Bureau to Release 2020 Post-Enumeration Survey Results for 50 States and DC Huntsville Business Journal – […]
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