See You In Detroit For IEDC 2025

Message From Maureen Donohue Krauss

There’s no one that takes greater pride in their work than hometown economic developers – and no city with a spirit and work ethic quite like Detroit.

It’s the perfect venue for economic development professionals to gather to hone their craft amid a time of exciting and unprecedented technological change – and we should know, it inspires our team at the Detroit Regional Partnership every day.

Detroit has always delivered an outsized cultural and economic influence. Yet, it’s a city on the rise that’s reinvented its downtown while providing a one-of-a-kind community for small businesses and entrepreneurs to innovate and create opportunity. It’s transformed its riverfront into the best in the United States. And the most exciting thing? Detroit’s only getting started.

Just like the visitors wowed by the 2024 NFL Draft, we promise you won’t leave disappointed.

We couldn’t be more excited to share our great city and region with you at the 2025 International Economic Development Council Annual Conference.

Maureen Donohue Krauss

President and CEO
Detroit Regional Partnership
“We can’t wait to show what Detroit’s all about at the 2025 IEDC Conference. Since 2019, over $8 billion in investments have powered our resurgence, from cutting-edge automotive innovation to a burgeoning tech scene that’s turning heads nationwide. Beyond our booming downtown, visitors will discover the true heart of Detroit in our diverse neighborhoods and small business corridors. Here, upward mobility isn’t just a concept – it’s the driving force behind our community’s transformation. Trust us, you won’t want to miss it. The 2025 Conference is in for an unforgettable ride.”
Kevin Johnson
President and CEO
Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
"Michigan is thrilled to welcome the International Economic Development Council to the heart of the Midwest for the 2025 annual conference. Our state has long been a leader in innovation, entrepreneurship, and upward mobility, making it the perfect backdrop for next year's theme. From the dynamic urban centers to the cutting-edge industries that call Michigan home, attendees will experience firsthand the incredible opportunities we offer. IEDC has been pivotal in shaping the future of economic development, and I’m excited for the energy and inspiration this conference will bring to our region."
Paul Krutko
President and Chief Executive Officer
Ann Arbor SPARK
“There is no better place to see and feel the power of economic development and transformation than Michigan. We are excited to welcome the IEDC next year and avail all attendees to those things that make Detroit a gamechanger: A storied history as the automotive capital of the world and the arsenal of democracy; the home of the NFC North Champions the Detroit Lions; the groove of Motown and dance techno; and the place where mobility, innovation and audacity come standard. Listen to Eminem and lose yourself in a Detroit moment!”
Quentin L. Messer Jr.
CEO
Michigan Economic Development Corporation

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