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WNDD SUMMIT 2025

Join us for an enlightening summit where innovation meets opportunity. Explore the latest in economic development and network with industry leaders.

Innovative Sessions

Networking Opportunities

Expert Speakers

WNDD SUMMIT 2025: Event Details

Date

April 21, 2025

April 22, 2025

Time

2:00pm – 4:00pm Crown Point Mill Tour

5:00pm – 9:00pm Board of Directors Dinner

8:00am – 3:00pm

Location

Silverland Inn Conference Center
100 North E St
Virginia City, NV

Where to Stay

Book Room by March 19th for Discounted Rate

Silverland Inn
100 North E St
Virginia City, NV
775.847.4484

Government Rate of $100 plus tax.
To get your room at the guaranteed rate, call the Silverland before March 19th. You will need to book individually with your credit card information.

Room Block Code: Western Nevada Development District

WNDD SUMMIT 2025: Event Timeline

Join us for a full day of insightful sessions and networking opportunities designed to foster growth and collaboration.

9:20am - 10:05am

Rural Resources
Statewide programs and funding available to all rural communities. How rural resources
contribute to the overall economy.

10:20am - 11:30am

Funding
Federal and State resources, grants, matching funds, partnerships, etc. to build much needed infrastructure for regional growth.

12:45pm - 1:45pm

Rural Resources
Nevada’s need to build adequate infrastructure (Transportation, Energy, Wastewater) for the expected continued growth.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Street USA Programs
Explore the success of Nevada rural and urban communities in accessing this program to date. Explore how to get involved, what the program means to your community, processes and opportunities.

Monday, April 21st Agenda

April 21, 2025

Crown Point Mill Tour: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Open to all Attendees of Full Summit. Registration for just the Dinner/Tour is also available.

April 21, 2025

Board of Directors Dinner: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Open to all Attendees of Full Summit. Registration for just the Dinner/Tour is also available.

Tuesday, April 22nd Agenda

April 21, 2025

Registration & Breakfast: 8:00am - 9:00am

April 21, 2025

Welcome & Opening Remarks: 9:00am - 9:20am

Welcome: Dian VanderWell, President, WNDD
Opening Remarks: Commissioner Clay Mitchell, Storey County
WNDD Update: Chris Brandon, Executive Officer, WNDD
April 21, 2025

Rural Resources: 9:20am - 10:05am

Statewide programs and funding available to all rural communities. How rural resources contribute to the overall economy.
April 21, 2025

Break: 10:05 - 10:20am

April 21, 2025

Funding: 10:20am - 11:30am

Federal and State resources, grants, matching funds, partnerships, etc. to build much needed infrastructure for regional growth.
April 21, 2025

Lunch: 11:30am - 12:45pm

April 21, 2025

Infrastructure: 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Nevada’s need to build adequate infrastructure (Transportation, Energy, Wastewater) for the expected continued growth.
April 21, 2025

Break: 1:45pm - 2:00pm

April 21, 2025

Main Street USA Program: 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Explore the success of Nevada rural and urban communities in accessing this program to date. Explore how to get involved, what the program means to your community, processes and opportunities.

Featured Guest Speakers

Melissa Saavedra
Melissa Saavedra

Nevada Lt Governor's Office - SBA

A'Keia Sanders

OFA

Chris Reilly
Chris Reilly

State Infrastructure Director

Shari Davis

GOED

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We are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors who make the WNDD SUMMIT possible. Their commitment to fostering economic growth and development in Western Nevada is invaluable. Each sponsor plays a crucial role in facilitating discussions and initiatives that drive progress in our communities. Join us in acknowledging their contributions and learn more about how they are shaping the future of our region.

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