The Appalachian Regional Commission's Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) program was created to support large-scale, multi-state projects that address regional economic challenges and opportunities across Appalachia. This webinar will offer an inside look at Maryland's approach to ARISE planning, project development, and regional collaboration. Presenters will share the perspectives of state government, regional planning organizations, and consulting partners who played key roles in developing and advancing transformational project concepts focused on workforce development, entrepreneurship, access to capital, cybersecurity, and economic competitiveness.

Through discussions of Maryland's ARISE Request for Proposals (RFP) process, multi-state partnerships, stakeholder engagement strategies, and project implementation efforts, attendees will gain practical insight for identifying, evaluating, and positioning regional initiatives for future investment. The session will highlight lessons learned, successful collaboration models, and opportunities for leveraging regional partnerships to support sustainable economic growth throughout Appalachian communities.

Participants of this live webinar are eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits.

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