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Featured Speaking Engagements

Three of Weldon Cooper's staff are speaking in upcoming days: 

Bryan David is a featured panelist at the CEA Summit East in Danville (October 1-2, 2024) 

TITLE:       Collaborative Pathways: Industry, University & State Partnerships in Workforce Training for CEA
TRACK:     Education and Workforce Training
DATE | TIME:  3:15 – 4 PM, Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Institute for Advanced Learning and Research Conference Center in Danville, Virginia
 

Tanya Denckla Cobb is participating on a panel discussion on community-engaged research as part of UVA's Public Service Week 2024. For this event registration is requested but not required.

DATE | TIME:  1:00 – 2 PM, Tuesday, October 1, 2024, The Corner Building, Charlottesville, Virginia

 

João Ferreira is giving a talk on the economics of Southwest Virginia, also as part of Public Service Week: The Southwest region of Virginia generates a lot of conversation related to public policy, economic development, sustainability, health care, and more. What are the economic drivers for this? Bring your lunch and come learn about the economic situation of Southwest Virginia, its risk factors, and its potential. João Ferreira, regional economist at the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, shares his insights on the factors influencing this vital region, including employment, industry, demographics, and opportunities for engagement. No registration required. 

DATE | TIME:  12:00 – 1 PM, Wednesday, October 2, 2024, New Cabell Hall, Room 132, Charlottesville, Virginia