A panel of community and Cal U experts will discuss economic development in the region from 4-6 p.m. Nov. 8 in the north wing of the Convocation Center. 'Strategic Visions for the Region's Economic Development' is presented by the Northern Appalachian Network, based at Cal U.
'Strategic Visions for the Region's Economic Development'
4-6 p.m. Nov. 8, 2017
North Wing, Convocation Center
Learn more about the Northern Appalachian Network at Cal U
The Northern Appalachian Network, based at Cal U, will host a panel discussion focusing on existing strategies for economic development in the region, as well as plans and initiatives supporting future development.
The public may attend this free event, which features these experts and topics:
- Lew Villotti, director of planning and development for the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission; vice president of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Corp. - "A Strategic Plan for Southwestern Pennsylvania."
- Christopher Whitlatch, chief executive officer of the Mon Valley Alliance - "The Mon Valley Alliance: Visions and Initiatives."
- Dr. Sarah Meiss, associate professor in the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Cal U - "Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives to Build Local Food Systems."
- Dr. Mark Lennon, associate professor in the Department of Business, Economics and Enterprise Sciences at Cal U - "The Role of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship."
- Dr. Paul Hettler, professor in the Department of Business, Economics and Enterprise Sciences at Cal U - "Envisioning a Rural Economic Data Center."
Registration
To reserve your seat at this free panel presentation, please contact Dr. Pamela Twiss at twiss@calu.edu or 724-938-4053. Guest parking is available in the River Lot (Lot 4).