2025 WEDA Best Practices Conference Sept. 24 – 26, 2024
Driving Innovation, Navigating Challenges, and Soaring to Success
The 2025 WEDA Best Practices Conference will be held Sept. 24-26, in beautiful Oshkosh, WI. The Oshkosh Convention Center, in the heart of downtown, is our host. Amazing restaurants and pubs, all within walking distance, will make this a great city to explore!
The upcoming conference will provide attendees with an opportunity to dive into the fundamentals of economic development and the leading issues of the day, including technology advancements, entrepreneurship, talent attraction; business expansion and retention; and redevelopment and revitalization opportunities.
In addition to a wealth of networking opportunities, dynamic speakers, and continuing education credit certifications (EDFP, CEcD and AICP), the Best Practices Conference will include the Community and Economic Development Awards (CEDA). The CEDA Awards program recognizes and celebrates exceptional projects, programs, and businesses that drive economic growth in Wisconsin.
Conference Lodging: Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront at 1 North Main Street, Oshkosh, WI 54901
Special WEDA Conference Group Room Rate: $98/night (Tuesday, Sept. 23 thru Thursday, Sept. 25)
To qualify for the Group Room Rate, attendees must make reservations by September 9, 2025, and ask for the ‘2025 WEDA Best Practices Conference’ rate when making your reservation. All reservations must be guaranteed by one night’s deposit with a major credit card.
• To make reservations, call the hotel: 920-230-3200
Exhibit Tables Available – Exhibit information can be found HERE
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to share your products and services. Exhibit information may be found at the link above or on the conference registration site or by contacting Liza Rosenthal, conference planner – [email protected] or 920-560-5624
Conference Sponsorships: Avai
REGISTRATION INFO:
Early Bird Registration — Register by September 5, 2025 for a Chance to WIN! SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY!
Register by September 5 and be entered into a drawing to receive a special Gift Box! Three lucky winners will enjoy products from across the state. Sponsored by: Vierbicher
Full Conference Registration includes Wednesday evening reception; Thursday morning continental breakfast & breaks, lunch and evening reception; Friday morning breakfast and am break. If you plan to attend the Wednesday evening reception, please make sure you select that when registering.
An optional fee is required to participate in the Wednesday, September 24, Academy program, Wisconsin Women in Economic Development and the afternoon tour. See registration site for details.
REGISTER HERE FOR THE WEDA FALL BEST PRACTICES CONFERENCE 2025