10th Annual Vorys Economic Development Incentives Conference

The panelists will provide an overview of the differences among A.I. technologies, discuss how various A.I. technologies have distinct roles within the site selection industry, and describe the potential uses of A.I. tools for site selection projects.

Siting an Advanced Manufacturing Facility: Explore the latest innovations in the evolving technologies that make up the advanced manufacturing sector, and explore the process of optimally siting an advanced manufacturing facility.  The discussion first explores the new processes that are driving significant new efficiencies in manufacturing, then goes on to cover the workforce demographics and business climate challenges that are the primary drivers of an advanced manufacturing company in siting its new facilities.

How did the Pointe at Polaris transform from a vacant site on the outskirts of Columbus to one of the most successful mixed-use development projects in Ohio over the past several years, with significant office, retail, and multifamily components, as well as two public parking garages?  Individuals who structured and led the project will describe how they used multiple layers of incentives and TIF bonds creatively to execute an economic development financing structure and support their business plan.

This session will dive into the application of economic development incentives for data centers. Learn about best practices and key considerations for these special types of high-tech projects.

Understand the key considerations and best practices for engaging with school districts during incentive negotiations. Foster cooperation and positive results through effective strategies.

Join us for a lunchtime keynote presentation.

In today's complex economic landscape, successful project development often hinges on strategic collaboration between end users, developers, and economic development organizations. This panel will explore the critical dynamics of building effective partnerships, leveraging multiparty incentive frameworks, and creating win-win scenarios that drive economic growth and investment. Featuring insights from industry leaders who have navigated sophisticated project negotiations, the session will provide a comprehensive look at how alignment of goals, transparent communication, and innovative incentive structures can transform potential challenges into transformative opportunities.

Sunshine laws are crucial for government transparency but can complicate economic development projects. This session will help attendees avoid unwelcome surprises by addressing common misconceptions about public records laws and open meetings laws, while offering best practices for both public sector and private sector participants.

This presentation will examine site selection, data analytics, and commercial real estate trends for 2025 on a regional and national level. The presentation will offer valuable insights into future market dynamics from leading figures in the commercial real estate and site selection industry.

Experienced professionals Steven LeBlanc, Managing Director, Stonehenge Capital and Rob Olson, Director of Tax Credit Investments, will share their experience from their different perspectives about monetizing tax credits.  We will discuss the considerations and complexities when buying or selling tax credits.  We will also discuss the transferability trends at both a federal and state level.