International Economic Development Task Force
About the Task Force
The International Economic Development Task Force facilitates the exchange of information and resources while guiding NACo’s programming related to international economic development activities.
Global Connections for Your Local Economy Virtual Training #1: How to “Sell” Your Community to Foreign Investors
In this first training, we will discuss key strategies for promoting your community to foreign investors with economic development experts.
Global Connections for Your Local Economy Virtual Training #2: Crash Course on the Site Selection Process
In this second training, we will receive an overview of the site selection process and discuss key characteristics for which multinational companies look throughout this process.
Global Connections for Your Local Economy Virtual Training #3: “Nailing It” at the 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit – An Opportunity for Action
Join the International Economic Development Task Force throughout this Spring for a special virtual training series on how to bring jobs and capital to your community through foreign investment. In this third training, learn how you can apply the strategies discussed so far and make real-time connections with global businesses at the 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit (Jun. 23-26) near Washington, D.C.
Global Connections for Your Local Economy Virtual Training #4: Understanding Your County’s Competitive Advantage and Forming Your Value Proposition
In this fourth training, we will discuss how to determine your county’s competitive advantage and form your value proposition using key economic data points.
Global Connections for Your Local Economy Series #5: Wrap Up Discussion and NACo Resources
If you’re ready to take your county’s economic development to the next level, join the International Economic Development Task Force throughout this Spring for a special virtual training series on how to bring jobs and capital to your community through foreign investment.
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Counties for Housing Solutions
Housing is a key component of economic mobility, yet continues to be a challenge for many residents. NACo’s Counties for Housing Solutions program offers free three-month technical assistance sprints to address this challenge by helping counties increase local housing supply.
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The Counties for Career Success (C4CS) initiative supported counties in enhancing pathways to education and employment. The 2023-2024 C4CS cohort received technical assistance, expert guidance and peer learning opportunities to develop cross-sector plans that improve job access and learning opportunities for residents.
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