Jump Start Your Year with TCED
UT CIS is kicking off another year of quality training with a strong line-up of Tennessee Certified Economic Developer (TCED) courses. These courses are designed to share best practices and trends with Tennessee’s economic development practitioners, private industry leaders, community leaders and elected officials.
Proposing to Win | January 12, 2022
The Proposing to Win TCED elective is being offered in conjunction with TVA. This 5-hour session is packed with practical tools for planning and crafting RFPs that get noticed and help sell your community. Expert marketer Heidi Smith, General Manager Global Business for TVA will outline powerful tips to help you compete for jobs and investment at the RFP stage of a project. Do not miss this effective, interactive session! Read More
TBEDC Scholarship Opportunity
The Philip Trauernicht Memorial Scholarship for Rural Leaders aims to enhance the development of rural leadership through participation in the Tennessee Basic Economic Development Course (TBEDC). This scholarship provides full tuition to attend TBEDC and up to four nights’ lodging during the course.
The award value per annual scholarship is approximately $1,500. Click HERE to learn more about Philip Trauernicht and the scholarship. Applications are due January 17, 2022 by 5 PM ET.
Deep Dive on TIFs & PILOTs | February 3, 2022
The Deep Dive on TIFs & PILOTs one-day elective will enable participants to learn step-by-step processes for these two key economic development financing tools. Case studies and group projects will allow for a fun, interactive session that will promote a better overall understanding of the mechanics of TIFs and PILOTs. Read More