4.3.
Economic Development Authority (EDA)
- Meeting Date:
- 08/10/2017
- Submitted For:
- Patrick Brama
- By:
- Nichole Wenberg, Administrative Services
Title:
Select Date and Speaker for 2017 EDA Business Networking Event
Purpose/Background:
Purpose of Case
The purpose of this case is to provide an update on the 2017 Business Networking Event. Staff is looking for direction from the EDA on the final selection of a date and guest speaker(s) for this event.
Detailed Background
Annually, the Ramsey EDA hosts a 'Fall Networking Event.' Typically, this event includes a keynote speaker(s), and a free breakfast for attendees. Historically, this event has taken place at the Ramsey Municipal Center in the AR room and has averaged 60-85 attendees. The Ramsey EDA allocates $2,500 to this event annually. EDA Fall Networking Event attendees are typically manufacturers and representatives from the services industry (banking, insurance, financial, etc.).
The purpose of the EDA Fall Networking Event is for the City to develop and maintain positive relationships with Ramsey Businesses. Additionally, this event provides an opportunity for Ramsey businesses to network, provide self-help/best-practices solutions and identify opportunities for Ramsey businesses to buy/sell goods locally.
The purpose of this case is to provide an update on the 2017 Business Networking Event. Staff is looking for direction from the EDA on the final selection of a date and guest speaker(s) for this event.
Detailed Background
Annually, the Ramsey EDA hosts a 'Fall Networking Event.' Typically, this event includes a keynote speaker(s), and a free breakfast for attendees. Historically, this event has taken place at the Ramsey Municipal Center in the AR room and has averaged 60-85 attendees. The Ramsey EDA allocates $2,500 to this event annually. EDA Fall Networking Event attendees are typically manufacturers and representatives from the services industry (banking, insurance, financial, etc.).
The purpose of the EDA Fall Networking Event is for the City to develop and maintain positive relationships with Ramsey Businesses. Additionally, this event provides an opportunity for Ramsey businesses to network, provide self-help/best-practices solutions and identify opportunities for Ramsey businesses to buy/sell goods locally.
Notification:
NA
Observations/Alternatives:
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, November 15th, 2017, 8:00- 9:30 am
Location: Alexander Ramsey Room, Ramsey Municipal Center --Secured/Confirmed
Food/Drinks: Wells Catering Service, $1,500 or less.
Theme/Topic: Effect of US Bank Stadium & Super Bowl on Economic Development, and Greater MSP Updates (proposed)
Keynote Speaker : Michael Langley, confirmed available**
Emcee: Jim Steffen
Small Stage: Metro Tent Rental, $400
RVSPs: 87 (2016), 83 (2015), 84 (2014), 68 (2013), 60 (2012)
Flyer: See Attached Draft
**Staff is open to other ideas or adding another speaker. For example: https://explorecoco.com/ is an idea. The owner of this company lives in Anoka County.
Date: Wednesday, November 15th, 2017, 8:00- 9:30 am
Location: Alexander Ramsey Room, Ramsey Municipal Center --Secured/Confirmed
Food/Drinks: Wells Catering Service, $1,500 or less.
Theme/Topic: Effect of US Bank Stadium & Super Bowl on Economic Development, and Greater MSP Updates (proposed)
Keynote Speaker : Michael Langley, confirmed available**
Emcee: Jim Steffen
Small Stage: Metro Tent Rental, $400
RVSPs: 87 (2016), 83 (2015), 84 (2014), 68 (2013), 60 (2012)
Flyer: See Attached Draft
**Staff is open to other ideas or adding another speaker. For example: https://explorecoco.com/ is an idea. The owner of this company lives in Anoka County.
Funding Source:
EDA Budget- $2,500
Recommendation:
NA
Action:
General discussion. Staff is interested in:
(1) keynote speaker input
(2) confirming the proposed 11/15
(1) keynote speaker input
(2) confirming the proposed 11/15
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kurt Ulrich | Katie Schmidt | 07/14/2017 10:24 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Patrick Brama
- Started On:
- 07/13/2017 01:45 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 07/14/2017