“For decades, I have supported the Appalachian Regional Commission and its mission to

BRIDGES: Building Resilience via Investment & Growth in the South

Register Today for Phase 1 of the 2022 BRIDGES Conference!

10:00 - 11:00

Welcome and Addresses

11:00 – 1:00

Opening Plenary – SEAP White Paper

Host: Southeast Economic Advancement Project (SEAP)

- Georgia State -

- Emory University -

- Georgia College & State University -

- Tuskegee University -

Moderator – Genny Castillo

1:00 – 2:30

Breakout Session: Hear from the Region

“What We Need & How to Get There”

Afternoon Address: Nathaniel Smith

2:00: – 2:30

Host: National Association of Development Organizations (NADO)

"Conversation with the States"

2:30 – 4:00