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Join the Great Lakes Economic Development Council (Great Lakes EDC) for the latest installment of our Be Greater! digital learning series.
As federal priorities shift and funding streams evolve, staying ahead of the curve is essential for communities. Join us for a high-impact session that will provide you with tools to help your communities and organizations access and manage a wide range of federal funding opportunities, both in the US and Canada.
➢ Whether you're focused on infrastructure, workforce development, housing, or economic revitalization, this session will help you navigate the complexity of federal grants with confidence.
➢ This session will provide practical, actionable guidance for identifying grant opportunities across multiple federal agencies and aligning them with projects that drive meaningful, measurable outcomes in your community.
➢ Whether you're new to federal funding or looking to sharpen your approach, this webinar will help you navigate the uncertainty and seize emerging opportunities in a dynamic landscape.
Our Presenters:
Julie Norman, EdD, CEcD, CWDP, Vice President, Economic Development
EdD, Educational Leadership, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
MBA, Human Resources, Marshall University, Huntington, WV
BBA, Business Administration, Marshall University, Huntington, WV
Julie Norman, EdD, CEcD, CWDP, has 25 years of experience in economic development at the state and county level, with a regional emphasis on workforce development and the expansion of business and industry. For the last ten years, Julie has served in executive leadership positions for both public and nonprofit economic development interests. Her extensive career includes serving as the Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Kanawha County in Charleston, West Virginia, and as the Executive Director of the Marion County Economic Development Commission in Marion, South Carolina. She is a graduate of the Economic Development Institute at the University of Oklahoma, a Certified Economic Developer, and a Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP).
Ryan Ulrich, Economic Development Project Manager
MPS, Urban & Regional Planning, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
BA, Environmental Studies & Public Policy, Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, PA
Ryan Ulrich is an experienced Economic Development Project Manager with a strong foundation in research, grant writing, and budget compliance. A former Fulbright scholar with past experience working for a regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC), he excels in managing project timelines, crafting compelling narratives, and building relationships with diverse stakeholders to meet client goals and regulatory requirements. Ryan provides technical and formative economic development assistance to cities, counties, business, EDCs, and municipalities, aligning projects with strategic objectives and policy frameworks.
Ryan's expertise in federal and state grant programs helps clients navigate the complexities of grant processes, ensuring a clear understanding of requirements and terminology. He offers end-to-end client support, ensuring timely and successful submissions.
