Taller de transformación comunitaria

The Community Transformation Workshop is an immersive, interactive two-day experience that guides participants through the foundational principles of transformation strategies informed by market analysis. Participants will spend day one of the workshop in Nevada, Iowa, exploring tools necessary to address complex revitalization initiatives. During the second day in Des Moines, participants will apply these strategies to analyze their own community’s market data and develop real world solutions. Participants will leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of their community’s market data and, most importantly, how to use market analysis techniques and workplan development strategies to support their organization’s efforts. 

The workshop will include instructional content sessions led by experts in the field and hands-on projects. Emphasizing the importance of partnerships and collaboration, the format will provide a learning environment that draws upon the experience and expertise of instructors and participants alike.

When: October 15 – 16 (arrival on October 14)

Where: Des Moines and Nevada, Iowa

Workshop Partners: Main Street Iowa, Iowa Economic Development Authority, and Main Street Nevada

Hotel & Travel Logistics: Information about the hotel, travel options, meals, and more can be found here >

Tarifas: 800 $ Miembros |1.000$ No miembros

Registration: Registration closed on Friday, September 27.

Waitlist: On Monday, October 7, the waitlist application closed and registration invitations were sent to applicants. Note: Selected participants are responsible for completing registration within two (2) business days and making their own arrangements for travel and hotel. 

Member Discounts: Main Street America members are eligible to receive a discount on this workshop. Learn more about member discounts through our online course catalogue here > 

Travel Scholarships: MSAI is pleased to provide travel scholarships to participants based on financial need. The scholarship application reached capacity and closed on Sunday, August 24. As of Friday, September 13, determinations were sent to applicants. 

Credit: 

• Main Street America Institute participants: Completion of the 2024 Community Transformation Workshop will count toward MSA’s new certification pathway; both new and current MSAI participants can receive credit toward certification. Learn more about our current MSAI assessment efforts and stay tuned for the unveiling of our new learning model later this year!
• AICP members: This activity is eligible for Certification Maintenance (CM) credits. More information about AICP’s CM program can be found here >

Main Street America Staff Instructors:

• Kathy La Plante, Senior Director of Coordinating Programs
• Lisa Mullins Thompson, Senior Program Officer
• Aoife Harte, Associate Research Analyst

Objetivos de aprendizaje: 

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of transformation strategies within the framework of the Main Street Approach. 
• Learn market analysis techniques using data, surveys, and district investigation. 
• Practice transformation strategy development techniques through hands-on exercises using data from two communities — the host city and your own!

Pre-Workshop Assignment: Participants are required to complete a pre-workshop assignment prior to arrival on October 14. The assignment is designed to provide participants with a foundational knowledge of the art of market analysis in preparation for workshop activities. We anticipate the assignment will take 3 – 4 hours to complete. Full assignment details and due date are outlined on the TalentLMS course page here > 

Agenda: The agenda includes educational and network-building opportunities for participants. Preview the agenda here >

This workshop is ideal for revitalization professionals and leaders in management positions at the local, city-wide, or state level in organizations engaged in the fields of community revitalization and economic development.

Health, Safety & Participation: We are pleased to offer this in-person workshop in accordance with Main Street America’s workshop policies. View all workshop policies here >

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations communicated more than 14 days in advance of the first course date will be refunded in full. Cancellations occurring less than 14 days in advance of the first course date will be offered a 50% refund. Please note there is a $25.00 processing fee for any cancelled registration. Once the course has begun, we are unfortunately unable to offer a refund. To cancel a registration, please email msai@​mainstreet.​org.

Please send inquiries and requests for more information to msai@​mainstreet.​org.