ECICOG successfully obtained an Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant to accelerate work related to Envision East Central Iowa, the region’s comprehensive economic development strategy. The goal of the grant is to create a shared problem-solving framework (Strategic Doing) and to advance the work of the Envision East Central Iowa action teams by assisting with team development, meeting facilitation and accountability structures. The grant leveraged matching funds from the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, United Way of East Central Iowa, Alliant Energy and Greater Iowa City, Inc.,
The first Strategic Doing training session will be offered November 20-21. There will be two consecutive days of in-person training, followed by a mentorship period. This opportunity is available to economic developers and community leaders who want to learn a new facilitation tool for cross-organization collaboration. Participants could be economic development professionals, board members, or other community champions who want to support regional or community projects. Contact ECICOG Community Development Specialist Jessica Walker to learn more.
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