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Umbra Expands Northern Virginia Operations with $6.75M Investment
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Upcoming Industry Events
TEDC SUMMER BASIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COURSE
https://texasedc.org/programs/basic-economic-development-courses Date: August 11-14, 2026 The Texas BEDC is offered three times per year. The BEDC will provide the participant with a comprehensive understanding of the keys of successful economic development. For those new to the profession, the BEDC is the first step toward professional certification. The BEDC is accredited by the International Economic Development…
Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo
Date: October 7-10, 2024 Join advanced battery and electric hybrid and vehicle technology engineers, directors, and executives from thousands of companies walking the show floor, attending the conference, and looking for inspiration. Location: Huntington Place, Detroit, MI https://www.evtechexpo.com
2026 TEDC ANNUAL CONFERENCE
https://texasedc.org/programs/conferences Date: October 7-9, 2026 The TEDC hosts three conferences per year. We host a Legislative/Winter Conference in February, a Mid-Year Conference in June and the Annual Conference in October. Conference locations are all areas of the state each year in order to reach our member’s geographic regions. TEDC Conferences are a great resource for…
FABTECH 2026
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Friday, October 23, 2026 FABTECH provides a convenient venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools to improve productivity, increase profits and discover new solutions to all of your metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing needs. Location:…
TEDC FALL BASIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COURSE
https://texasedc.org/programs/basic-economic-development-courses Date: November 10-13, 2026 The Texas BEDC is offered three times per year. The BEDC will provide the participant with a comprehensive understanding of the keys of successful economic development. For those new to the profession, the BEDC is the first step toward professional certification. The BEDC is accredited by the International Economic Development…