KEDA Annual Meeting presentation videos and slide decks now available!

7 Apr 2025
entrepreneurs, Annual Meeting, Economic Forecast
KEDA’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast Luncheon was a great success
KEDA’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast Luncheon on March 26th at the beautiful Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort & Conference Center brought together 280 business and community leaders to explore the key factors shaping Kitsap’s economic future. Scroll down to view event videos and slide decks
This event, a cornerstone of KEDA’s mission to drive economic vitality in Kitsap, was made possible thanks to the support of our generous sponsors and engaged community partners.
- Keynote Address: "Navigating Uncertainty: Effective Economic Development in Complex Times" by Dr. Dell Gines, Chief Innovation Officer at the International Economic Development Council, who shared insights on entrepreneurship-led economic development.
- Economic Outlook: WWU economists Hart Hodges and James McCafferty provided an in-depth analysis of regional and national economic trends.
- Defense & Economy: Maria Tobin, with the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership, shared key findings from the 2024 WA State Defense Economic Impact Study
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
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WELCOME SUQUAMISH TRIBE
ECONOMIC FORECAST
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KEDA ANNUAL REPORT
WA DEFENSE ECONOMY
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ECONOMIC CHAMPIONS
Premier Sponsor: Port Madison Enterprise Event Hall Sponsor: Puget Sound Energy

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