First Annual Business Development Forum

Description

Hosted by City of Decatur, Economic Development Corporation of Decatur and Macon County, Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce, Millikin University, and Richland Community College, this forum will bring together business owners and community leaders to discuss topics that are relevant to the progress and wellbeing of our local business community, featuring presentations on:

Where we are today:

• Grow Decatur Progress Report
• Decatur's Economic Demographic Statistics and Trends
• Community Perception Survey

• Community Priorities
• Midwest inland Port

• Business Development Resource Center
• Economic Gardening and Entrepreneurship
• Education and Workforce Development
• Community Marketing and Branding