Collaborative Futures: A Regional Economic Development Summit

Beardmore Events Center, 3750 Raynor Parkway, Bellevue, NE, Tuesday, 9:00 AM

Join us for Collaborative Futures, a one‑day summit bringing together business leaders, educators, policymakers, and changemakers to shape a more connected, resilient, and innovative Greater Omaha.

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Hosted by MAPA, the Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership, and Six Regions One Nebraska, this event is designed to spark action and align our region for long‑term success.

Why Attend
- We are a stronger region when we tackle economic development challenges together. This summit is designed to strengthen regional collaboration, share best practices, address the underlying factors that impact growth across our communities, and prepare for the future.
Who Should Attend
- Elected Officials
- Community and Economic Development professionals
- Business leaders concerned about economic prosperity
What to expect
- Engagement with peers from across the Greater Omaha region
- Keynote speaker: Dell Gines, Chief Innovation Officer at International Economic Development Council
- Breakout sessions on brain gain strategies, home grown community development practices, placemaking for a high quality of life and future growth, and the impact of AI and automation.
- A lunch fireside chat featuring area Mayors, moderated by Heath Mello