Event information
Date and time
Location
Webinar
Contact
Brandon Hofstedt, University of Minnesota Extension program leader, community economics
[email protected] or 612-624-2281
Demystifying economic impact analysis: A blueprint for economic developers
Economic Impact Studies (EIS) are powerful tools for legislative advocacy, securing projects, and proving the value of development initiatives — but the process itself can feel like a black box.
In this webinar, Monica Haynes, director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research, pulls back the curtain on how EIS studies come together. Drawing on real-world examples, Haynes will walk through the full EIS process - from data gathering, to modeling techniques, to communicating results — and highlight the collaborative role requesters play in delivering accurate results.
Designed for economic development professionals, academics, and policymakers, this session is for you whether you are a frequent user of EIS data or have never been involved in a study before. Walk away with the insider knowledge required to partner effectively with analysts and maximize the value of your next study.
Our presenter
Monica Haynes is the Director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research and Adjunct Professor of Economics at University of Minnesota Duluth.
The Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER) is an applied research arm of the Labovitz School of Business and Economics. The BBER has become a respected go-to resource for unbiased research and analyses. BBER’s services include economic impact modeling, survey research, demographic analysis, market research, and more.
Monica is also chair of the Labovitz School's Outreach Committee and on the Duluth Workforce Development Board. She has a master of science in applied economics from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. In her spare time, she enjoys running, biking, cooking, and reading.
Cost
Free
Registration
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar using Zoom.
Accommodations
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Language
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.
This webinar is part of the University of Minnesota Extension, Community Development’s CD Exchange series and is co-sponsored by the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of Minnesota Duluth.