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Program Feedback:

"UW-Extension's role in boosting downtown economic development in Wisconsin has been priceless. Many Main Street communities and downtowns have used Extension's assistance with market analysis and the webinar series to start successful business development projects."
 - Jim Engle, Director, Wisconsin Main Street Program

"We find the programs to be extremely valuable"
 - Site facilitator

"Interest and general buzz is growing"
 - Site facilitator

"This program kicks ***!"
 - Site facilitator

To Register if Participating at a Location Other than a Host Site

If you are not participating through a regional facilitator, as described on the Home page, you will need to register individually, then dial in on the program date from your own phone and with your own computer and Internet connection.

To register, call Marlys Kellogg at Pyle Center Registrations, (608) 265-5137. The cost for the entire series of programs is $125 (50% off for current Wisconsin Downtown Action Council members or Wisconsin Main Street community representatives). Registration for individual programs is $40 (50% off for current Wisconsin Downtown Action Council members or Wisconsin Main Street community representatives). You must pay by credit card.

This webinar series relies on the use of WisLine Web Conference technology (an audio-visual delivery mode utilizing a web browser and telephone line powered by Microsoft Office® Live Meeting).

Prior to the Event:
Please verify that your browser settings are optimized for the webconference by completing the Live Meeting browser check. We strongly suggest that you do this as soon as possible to allow time, if necessary, to make any changes in your browser or system. You may need to consult your IT staff for assistance with your browser configuration.

What You'll Need to Participate:
A PC with Internet connection (56k modem or faster) to view the presentation
Web browser (Internet Explorer 5.0 or newer, preferred)
Separate telephone line and phone (with a "mute" feature) for the audio portion of the presentation

If You Need Help:
Audio Help: For help with the audio portion of your conference, call: WisLine Web HelpLine - 1-800-442-4614
Computer Support: For computer support, please contact your IT support staff.

Tips, Tutorials, and System Requirements:
For webconferencing tips and tutorials, links to the browser check, and a complete list of system requirements: http://www.uwex.edu/ics/wlw/tips.htm.

To Login and Attend the Conference:
Those registering for the program will be sent login instructions and passwords in advance of the program.


Sessions:

Each session runs from 8:00 am to 9:00 am with 30-40 minutes of additional discussion at facilitated sites. Topics are subject to change.

 

April 14, 2011:
Buy Local Campaigns

June 9, 2011:
Downtown Retail Recruitment

October 20, 2011:
WDAC's Conference on Economic Development breakout session - "Bringing Small Industry to Downtowns"

November 10, 2011:
Working with Big Box Stores

 

**This series also qualifies as Certification Maintenance credits for members of the American Planners Association Professional Institute (AICP)