We hope you’ll join us in Starkville, Mississippi, for our 2026 Annual Conference, Appalachia Builds: Breaking New Ground for Economic Growth! Co-hosted by States’ Co-Chair Gov. Tate Reeves and the State of Mississippi, the conference will be June 2-4, 2026.
Registration information coming soon!
This year, our annual conference will focus on economic development projects that help Appalachia strengthen business and workforce participation to support local economies. Attendees will hear from regional leaders on these programming tracks:
- Attracting and Retaining Business
- Enhancing Workforce Pipelines
- Developing Strong Infrastructure
- Modeling Local Economic Success
Call for Proposals
We are now seeking proposals from transformative economic and community development leaders in Appalachia who are interested in sharing their ideas and showcasing their work during our annual conference. Proposals are due on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Contact Us
Have questions about this year’s annual conference? Please email us at conferences@arc.gov.