2013 Economic Development Summit

7:30a.m- Continental Breakfast & Networking

8:00a.m- Welcome & Congressional Remarks

9:00a.m-11:45a.m- Concurrent Workshops

By Land Air & Sea: The Port of Portsmouth cannot accommodate the newest class of super freighters. Manchester-Boston Regional Airport has seen a drop off in air passengers. New Hampshire has a growing number of red listed roads and bridges. Hear how the challenges facing New Hampshire’s transportation infrastructure are being addressed and remedied.

Bucking Tradition: A look at emerging alternatives to traditional public education in New Hampshire, from a Montessori charter school and competency-based education models to public scholarships for private schools.

Spare a buck?: From solicitation bans to "Have a Heart, Give Smart" campaigns, learn how other New England cities are responding to growing panhandling concerns in their downtowns.

Game Changers:From the development of Londonderry’s Pettengill Road and the expansion of I-93 to a reconfiguration of I-293 Exits 6 and 7, learn about the current and potential infrastructure projects that have the potential to shape the greater Manchester region for decades to come.

 Education Innovation: Hear how middle and high schools in New England are serving as national models for education innovation, from creating individualized, student-led learning to extending the school day and the school year.

Headin' South: South Elm Street is downtown’s next frontier. Hear from city developers, a planner and downtown’s main cheerleader about what we can expect to emerge between Market Basket and Elliot at River’s Edge.

12:00p.m. Lunch & Keynote Speaker

1:45-4:30p.m. Concurrent Workshops