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Research Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute January 15, 2026: This month’s newsletter spotlights pre-conference training opportunities, new research and reports, and key events across the C2ER + LMI Institute community.
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute December 18, 2025: As we close out 2025, C2ER and the LMI Institute reflect on a year of meaningful progress for the nation’s data and workforce research community. From modernized tools and expanded datasets to record-breaking engagement, new credentials, and targeted training, this year strengthened the capacity of analysts, practitioners, and policymakers nationwide. In this issue, we highlight key accomplishments, share results from the 2025 C2ER Member Survey, and wrap up the year with timely resources and updates as we look ahead to 2026.
Continue Reading2025 C2ER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Overview For more than six decades, C2ER has been at the forefront of economic development research. In recent years, our association has endeavored to be at the forefront of leveraging data to make evidence-based decisions for communities, businesses, and people. C2ER also connects members with their peers to share best practices on […]
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute December 4, 2025: Pre-Early Bird registration is now open for the 2026 C2ER + LMI Institute Conference in Memphis. Lock in the lowest rate by January 9 and check out what’s ahead for From the Blues to Breakthroughs. This issue also highlights top stories in AI, workforce, aerospace, new member reports, data viz, and upcoming events. Dive into the full newsletter here!
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute November 20, 2025: We are shifting the bi-weekly update release to this week in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday next week. From all of us here at C2ER and the LMI Institute, we are very grateful for you and wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving!
Continue ReadingC2ER Quarterly – 2025 Fall Edition: The Fall 2025 Quarterly is here! In this issue: Save the date for the 66th C2ER + LMI Institute Annual Conference in Memphis. Discover powerful C2ER Data Products that support your regional strategies. Learn from member research and success stories from across the country. Welcome our new and renewing members! Read the full newsletter below!
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute October 30, 2025: This month’s C2ER newsletter is full of insights and opportunities! Features: Take your R skills to the next level with Intermediate R Tools for Workforce & Economic Development (Nov. 19–20, Arlington, VA). Streamline workflows, automate data pulls, and craft powerful visualizations. Plus: Share your voice in the C2ER Annual Survey, explore new reports from members, and catch up on the latest data trends. Read the full newsletter here!
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute October 16, 2025: This month, we’re spotlighting From Raw Data to Regional Insights—a hands-on Intermediate R training designed to help workforce and economic researchers transform data into actionable insights. You’ll also find new reports, data tools, and articles from across the field, plus upcoming events, e-learning opportunities, and member highlights that keep you connected to the latest in workforce and regional analysis.
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute October 2, 2025: This issue is packed with updates you won’t want to miss—new training opportunities, fresh reports from members, and the latest headlines shaping workforce and economic research. Plus, explore upcoming events and resources designed to strengthen your skills and analysis. Click through to see the full newsletter online.
Continue ReadingResearch Matters – C2ER/LMI Institute September 18, 2025: In This Issue – Call for proposals is open for the 2026 C2ER + LMI Institute Conference in Memphis—submit yours by September 30! Plus, sharpen your skills at our Intermediate R workshop this November. Explore new reports, member insights, and upcoming events inside this issue.
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