GovTech & Public Sector

Introduction to Economic Development Certificate Program

The Introduction to Economic Development Certificate Program is an intensive four-day course offered annually in October. It is designed for new professionals entering economic development, existing professionals, elected officials, and community leaders seeking to advance their careers and better serve their communities.

The essentials

Event details

Dates
August 2026
Organiser
Fresno State
Industry
GovTech & Public Sector

Who attends

The audience

An intensive four-day course offered each year in October, this program is for new professionals entering the field of economic development, existing professionals, elected officials, and community leaders who want to advance their career and better serve their community.

As described by the organiser

Public discussion

What people are saying

Agenda themes

Topics covered

  • Education & Training

On the floor

Sponsors and partners

  • California Centers for International Trade Development
  • California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
  • California Innovation Hubs (iHub)
  • Central Valley Business Incubator
  • International Center for Water Technology
  • Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)

Logistics

Where to stay

Places to stay near the venue.

  • University Inn

    motel · 650 m from the venue

    2655 East Shaw Avenue, Fresno, 93710

  • The Lodge

    740 m from the venue

  • Hyatt House

    760 m from the venue

  • University Square Hotel

    1.2 km from the venue

    4961 N Cedar Ave, Fresno, 93726

  • University Square Hotel 2

    1.3 km from the venue

  • University Square Hotel 3

    1.3 km from the venue

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clovis-Fresno Area

    1.8 km from the venue

    650 West Shaw Avenue, Clovis, 93612

  • TownePlace Suites Fresno Clovis

    2.0 km from the venue

    580 West Shaw Avenue, Clovis, 93612

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