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The following webinars recordings are available for purchase and download. Below you may select the webinar recording(s) you wish to purchase and submit the form. Once the form is submitted TEDC staff will send you an invoice along with an email with the link for the selected webinar recording(s).  

Please note that if the fee is listed as $0 it may be free for TEDC members but not to non-members. Please email kimberly@texasedc.org to confirm which webinars are free to everyone or free to TEDC members only.

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Webinar: Understanding Opportunity Zones
September 9, 2026

$79

Registration is closed. To register please email olivia@texasedc.org.

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

Opportunity Zones (OZ) are a newly...

Webinar: Understanding Opportunity Zones
September 9, 2026

Price

$79

Registration is closed. To register please email olivia@texasedc.org.

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

Opportunity Zones (OZ) are a newly permanent development finance tool that every community should understand. The final session of the TEDC - CDFA 2026 Webinar series will provide Texas communities the education and insights to leverage OZ investment. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the current landscape and future of OZs; followed by a review of how existing development finance tools can work in tandem with OZ investments. This webinar will enable Texas communities to fully leverage this new development finance resource.

This webinar will equip Texas communities with the knowledge and resources to leverage Opportunity Zone investments in their community. This session will provide an overview of how Opportunity Zone investments work with existing development finance tools, and highlight Opportunity Zone investment project case studies.

 
Webinar: Strategic Public-Private Partnerships
July 15, 2026

$79

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

Public-Private Partnerships (P3) are essential for every community. The creation of these partnerships must be...

Webinar: Strategic Public-Private Partnerships
July 15, 2026

Price

$79

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

Public-Private Partnerships (P3) are essential for every community. The creation of these partnerships must be intentional and used to collaboratively reach community goals. The second session of the TEDC-CDFA 2026 Webinar series will help Texas communities strategically create these partnerships. Attendees can expect to learn how to create these unique partnerships, and manage these relationships for community development. This webinar is targeted to Texas communities who want strong P3s to help reach community goals.

This webinar outlines how Texas communities can create and manage Public-Private Partnerships (P3) to obtain communities goals. This session will provide attendees with the knowledge of how build these relationships, followed by case studies of P3 financing.

 
Webinar: Revolving Loan Fund Support for Small Business
May 13, 2026

$79

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

The first session of the TEDC - CDFA 2026 Webinar series will outline community driven small business support...

Webinar: Revolving Loan Fund Support for Small Business
May 13, 2026

Price

$79

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

The first session of the TEDC - CDFA 2026 Webinar series will outline community driven small business support strategies. Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) practices throughout Texas will be highlighted. Attendees can expect an in-depth presentation of how to create and manage RLFs, and techniques for deploying capital into small business clusters. This webinar is targeted for Texas communities who want to learn how to best support their small businesses.

This webinar outlines how Texas communities can create and manage Revolving Loan Funds (RLF). This session will provide attendees with examples of RLFs, while providing the resources to strategically support small businesses in their community.

 
Webinar: How to Build a Resilient Economy with Business Retention & Expansion
January 21, 2026

$79

Presenter: Bethany Quinn, President, Golden Shovel Agency

In a time of economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, and supply chain disruptions, communities must invest in their existing...

Webinar: How to Build a Resilient Economy with Business Retention & Expansion
January 21, 2026

Price

$79

Presenter: Bethany Quinn, President, Golden Shovel Agency

In a time of economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, and supply chain disruptions, communities must invest in their existing businesses. Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) programs are one of the most effective tools economic developers and chambers can use to generate jobs, strengthen local investment, and build trust with business owners.

In this practical, results-driven webinar, you’ll learn:

  • Why 80% of job creation comes from existing business

  • How to structure and scale a BR&E program—no matter your budget

  • The best tools for implementation, automation, and analysis

  • How other communities have used BR&E to secure billions in investment

  • Funding options, including how to partner with the local business community to raise capital

 
Webinar: Strategic Bond Financing for Communities
September 10, 2025

$79

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

This webinar dives into the basics of bonds and their role in economic development. Attendees will learn about the...

Webinar: Strategic Bond Financing for Communities
September 10, 2025

Price

$79

Presented in partnership with the Council of Development Finance Agencies

This webinar dives into the basics of bonds and their role in economic development. Attendees will learn about the basics of bond finance, the different types of bonds available and how they can be leveraged to mobilize capital for impactful projects. Through real-world insights, participants will explore how to strategically use bonds to support development initiatives and unlock new opportunities. Whether you’re new to development finance or looking to deepen your knowledge, this webinar provides the understanding to effectively implement bond financing. 
Webinar: Tariffs, Trade & Turmoil: A Strategy for Texas Economic Development
September 3, 2025

$79

Presenter: Alissa Sklar, Ph.D., Principal, Alissa Sklar Consulting

Description: The chaotic back-and-forth on proposed and actual tariffs has created grave challenges - and some potential...

Webinar: Tariffs, Trade & Turmoil: A Strategy for Texas Economic Development
September 3, 2025

Price

$79

Presenter: Alissa Sklar, Ph.D., Principal, Alissa Sklar Consulting

Description: The chaotic back-and-forth on proposed and actual tariffs has created grave challenges - and some potential opportunities - for our communities, businesses, and workers. Economic development strategist Alissa Sklar, Ph.D., author of Economic Development Marketing & Priorities (Financial Times, 2024), will provide an overview of the context, impact, and forecasts, as well as federal and state resources for economic development organizations. 

· Understand the ways uncertainty impacts your businesses and workers

· Review key trade data for Texas EDOs and their top partners

· Explore possible strategic and tactical responses that economic developers can use to meet these challenges

· Examine case studies on tariff responses from different economic development organizations

· Share your perspectives and initiatives with other members

 
Webinar: Winning for Rural America - Strategies Driving Growth in Small Communities
July 30, 2025

$79

Presenters:

  • Bethany Quinn, President, Golden Shovel Agency

  • Ron Kresha, Co-Founder, Golden Shovel Agency

  • Erica Franks, Strategist, Golden Shovel...

Webinar: Winning for Rural America - Strategies Driving Growth in Small Communities
July 30, 2025

Price

$79

Presenters:

  • Bethany Quinn, President, Golden Shovel Agency

  • Ron Kresha, Co-Founder, Golden Shovel Agency

  • Erica Franks, Strategist, Golden Shovel Agency


Golden Shovel surveyed economic developers working in rural communities across America to determine what they are doing to attract investment and spur growth. This webinar features new data, along with insights from our experiences working with over 290 communities. Register to find out what strategies are driving growth and attracting the investment, businesses, and talent communities need to thrive. 
Webinar: Marketing to Connect With Your Target Audience
April 30, 2025

$79

Webinar: Marketing to Connect With Your Target Audience
April 30, 2025

Price

$79
Webinar: Crafting a Compelling Community Story: Engaging Site Selectors, Businesses and Talent
April 23, 2025

$79

Webinar: Crafting a Compelling Community Story: Engaging Site Selectors, Businesses and Talent
April 23, 2025

Price

$79
Webinar: Municipal Development Districts Peer Panel – Best Practices, Lessons Learned and Strategies for Success
March 19, 2025

$0

Webinar: Municipal Development Districts Peer Panel – Best Practices, Lessons Learned and Strategies for Success
March 19, 2025

Price

$0
Webinar: Housing as a Catalyst for Economic Development-Insights for Texas Communities
January 29, 2025

$79

Presenter: Michael Prats, Managing Director, Community Development Strateegies

Join CDS for an informative webinar tailored to economic developers across Texas, where we’ll explore the...

Webinar: Housing as a Catalyst for Economic Development-Insights for Texas Communities
January 29, 2025

Price

$79

Presenter: Michael Prats, Managing Director, Community Development Strateegies

Join CDS for an informative webinar tailored to economic developers across Texas, where we’ll explore the vital role of housing in driving local economies. Topics will include housing supply and demand, pricing trends, and their direct impact on job growth, and business retention and expansion efforts. We’ll also discuss how cities and EDCs can play a pivotal role in addressing housing challenges, fostering partnerships, and implementing strategies that support sustainable growth and community resilience.

Gain actionable insights and practical solutions to enhance housing availability and strengthen your community’s economic future.
Webinar: Entrepreneurship as Workforce Development
January 14, 2025

$79

Presenters: Kathleen Hale, Co-Founder and Partner and Marisa Vickers, Director of Global Brand Growth, Builders + Backers

Governments should increasingly recognize entrepreneurship as a...

Webinar: Entrepreneurship as Workforce Development
January 14, 2025

Price

$79

Presenters: Kathleen Hale, Co-Founder and Partner and Marisa Vickers, Director of Global Brand Growth, Builders + Backers

Governments should increasingly recognize entrepreneurship as a vital component of the workforce, driving economic growth, job creation, and innovative problem-solving. Entrepreneurship is no longer just about starting a business; it’s about cultivating the mindset, skills, and resilience needed to adapt in today’s rapidly changing economy. Builders + Backers champions this vision by equipping individuals—especially from diverse and underrepresented communities—with the tools, mentorship, and funding to turn ideas into action. By supporting entrepreneurs at the idea stage, Builders + Backers not only fosters new businesses but also creates a pipeline of future workforce leaders who are adaptable, innovative, and capable of generating solutions that meet both local and global challenges. Governments partnering with such programs can ensure their workforce is equipped with entrepreneurial skills that foster resilience, adaptability, and growth in the face of technological and economic shifts.
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