Join other like-minded communities as we learn programs and resources, share best practices and ideas, empowerourselves and others to assist entrepreneurs grow our local communities at the annual Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference brought to you by Michigan State University Extension.

Throughout this conference, you will have a chance to learn best practices from entrepreneurial professionals across the country. Twenty-four break-out sessions will be held in historical downtown Howell venues–all within walking distance. Wednesday evening includes a networking event where you will have the opportunity to continue the conversation with colleagues from both rural and urban communities.