# Event Details - **Event Name**: Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to network, learn, and grow at the EDPA Annual Conference - the ultimate gathering for economic development professionals!About this EventWelcome to the Economic Development Professionals Association (EDPA) Annual Conference! Join us at the Hilton Garden Inn (soon to be The Catlin Hotel) in downtown Sioux Falls for 2 days filled with networking, learning, and collaboration. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow economic development professionals, share best practices, and gain insights into the latest trends in the industry. Don't miss out on this exciting chance to expand your knowledge and grow your network.EDPA Members can register with the "EDPA Member Ticket" for $99. Non-member tickets are $249. Reach out to Laurie at laurie@edpasd.com with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!Wednesday, September 23🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:45 AMWelcome and Opening KeynoteHost: Tamien Dysart - Think 3DInfo: Culture Counts: Building Teams that Thrive🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AMBreakout Session OneInfo: 1. Beyond the Numbers: Turning Data into Action with Speaker Jared McEntaffer of Dakota Institute, 2. Tourism as an Economic Engine with Speaker Kristi Wagner of Dakota Resources, 3. Passing the Torch: Strategies for Business Succession with Speakers Eric Erickson and Will Kate of University of South Dakota🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMBreakout Session TwoInfo: 1. The Workforce Pipeline Starts Here with Speakers Rebecca Ortmeier and Lisa Hartland of South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation, 2. Partners in Progress: Strengthening Investor Relationships with Speakers Hollie Stalder of Belle Fourche Economic Development Corporation and Lori Frederick of Brookings Regional Growth Alliance, 3. Building Bridges: Engaging Leaders and Communities with Speakers Todd Kays and Luke Muller of First District Association of Local Governments🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:30 PMLunchInfo: Join a friend (or two) and explore the beautiful downtown area.🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:45 PMMidday SessionInfo: Speaker: TBD🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:45 PMBreakout Session ThreeInfo: 1. Turning Opposition into Opportunity with Speaker Mike Lauritsen of Mitchell Area Development Corporation 2. Childcare is Economic Development with Speaker Senator Tim Reed 3. Making the Deal: Land Acquisition Strategies with Speaker Bob Mundt of Sioux Falls Development Foundation🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMAfternoon SessionHost: Scott Sandal - Sunbird SoftwareInfo: Data Centers: Opportunities, Challenges, and Power Needs🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PMSocial and Evening ReceptionThursday, September 24🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:45 AMMorning SessionHost: Jon Pociask, Corey Brown, Kristi Crawford Sanford HealthInfo: Vital Signs: Healthcare's Role in Economic Growth🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AMMid-Morning SessionHost: Mike Gray - SF Development Foundation, Mike Bockorny Info: The Development Toolbox: Mastering TIFs & CAPs🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMClosing KeynoteHost: Paul TenHaken - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sioux-falls/economic-development-professionals-association-annual-conference-2026/100001990106838125 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 99, max: 249, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sioux Falls - **state**: SD - **country**: United States - **location**: Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown - **lat**: 43.5481189 - **long**: -96.72465009999999 - **full address**: Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown, 201 East 8th Street, Sioux Falls, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a5937bc5c17bee2002e919376ee78763aea73c116d41c2681aa147230bf22cb8-rimg-w1024-h427-dc484b5e-gmir.jpg?v=1783965725 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026 being held? - **A:** Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026 takes place on Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown, 201 East 8th Street, Sioux Falls, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026? - **A:** Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026 is organized by Economic Development Professionals Association SD. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Economic Development Professionals Association Annual Conference 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sioux Falls, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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