Summer Conference

2024 WEDA Summer Conference

WEDA’s 2024 Summer Conference will take place following the International Economic Development Council’s Economic Future Forum June 16 – 18, 2024, also at the Davenport Grand in Spokane (find out more information here)  

WEDA’s 2024 Summer Conference is a recognized event for IEDC’s CEcD re-certification credits.

Please join fellow economic development, local government, port, business, tribal, workforce/education and community leaders from throughout Washington June 18-20, 2024 to learn and engage with expert speakers, legislators and professionals on the current state of Washington economic development and gain new tools and insights for economic development in your community. Registration will open by April 24 and Early Bird discounts will end on May 24.


The preliminary conference agenda will be posted by May 7 or so. It will be regularly updated, with all speakers added by about 3 weeks out from the conference.


The conference will take place at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane.

Conference registration fees do not include conference accommodations. If you would like to book a hotel room for the conference, we have negotiated a group rate at the Davenport Grand: 

Davenport GrandUse this link: Davenport Grand – WEDA 2024 Summer Conference and select the dates (between June 18 – 21) to access our group rate of $175, subject to room availability. If you prefer to speak to someone at the hotel, call 800-228-9290 for assistance. The group rate will end on May 24.

There are several additional nearby hotel options in the Spokane area. Check out: https://www.visitspokane.com/hotels/

Discounts for WMBEs, Economic Developers in Need, Students & Retirees

As part of WEDA’s ongoing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion outreach, Women & Minority-owned Business Enterprises (WMBEs) and equity-focused/ethnic organizations are offered significant discounts or scholarships on registration fees. Additionally, Policymakers, Economic Developers in Transition, Students and Retirees are often offered discounts or access to events and content for free.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

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