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Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development

A systems approach to growing firms: culture, networks, capital stack, mentors, spaces, and  policy. You will map ecosystem gaps, sequence interventions, and embed entrepreneurship  across BRE, marketing, and workforce agendas. 

Content includes ecosystem metrics, inclusion strategies, and partnerships with universities,  SBDCs, and accelerators. 

Benefits for Economic Developers:
- Builds an ecosystem lens that complements transactional recruitment. 
- Improves program design for inclusive growth and resilience. 
- Aligns regional partners around a shared entrepreneurship agenda. 

Professional Development Credits
Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) 
Exam = Meets Elective Requirement  
Recertification = (3) Level-1 Points 

Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) 
Exam = Core Requirement 
Recertification = (3) Level-1 Points
When
2/17/2026 - 2/19/2026