2025 UEDA Summit – Huntsville, AL
Launching Partnerships for Prosperity:
2025 UEDA Summit
October 6 – 8, 2025
Co-Sponsored by
Alabama A&M University
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Hotel: Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville, 800 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL 35801 – The room block ends September 4th or once full.
The UEDA Summit will bring together national experts in leveraging college and university resources for greater economic development and community impact. These domain experts work within higher education, the private sector, economic development organizations, government agencies, and research centers.
Join us for the Summit welcome reception on October 5 in Huntsville and then for the sessions October 6 – 8 for networking with your peers, high-quality presentations and engaging discussions focused on leading your organization and driving positive change in your community. Attendees will also have a chance to hear from this year’s Awards of Excellence finalists.
Greetings from Mayor Battle!
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Upcoming Pre-Webinar Series!
Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM CST (1 hour)
Co-Sponsor Alabama A&M University is gearing up for the 2025 UEDA Summit in Huntsville, Alabama as it hosts its exclusive Pre-Summit Webinar Series. Take advantage of this opportunity to preview the host city, get inspired, and build momentum on the road to October!
The webinar series kickoff session features Ken Smith, Senior Economic Development Director for the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, who will break down the trends, opportunities, and momentum shaping Huntsville’s rapid rise. With 30+ years of experience in economic development, Ken brings deep insight into what’s happening on the ground — and why it matters for the future of our communities and campuses.
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We are happy you are considering attending the 2025 UEDA Summit! Please check back soon with hotel and accommodations information.
Examine
Examine the cutting-edge practices of colleagues as they compete for Awards of Excellence–you judge the best of the best.
Build
Build a learning network of colleagues to identify opportunities, develop partnerships, and ultimately tailor and apply best practices to their respective communities and organizations.
Share
Share success stories and lessons learned with economic development professionals from centers, organizations, colleges, and universities throughout North America.
Gain
Gain the latest strategic insights on the ever-changing and vital roles of colleges and universities in local, regional, national, and international economic development.
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