Join CDFA in Tampa, Florida for the 2019 National Development Finance Summit! The CDFA National Summit brings together the leaders and dealmakers in the development finance industry to discuss best practices, trends, and project financing solutions.
Who You'll Meet
The CDFA National Summit is designed for both public and private sector participants from all areas of the country. Attendees represent a diverse cross section of the development finance industry and bring unique perspectives, creative financing approaches, and interesting conversation to the event.
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What You'll Experience
The CDFA National Summit is a dealmaking event at its core with a program built to encourage networking and individualized learning about all types of development finance tools and programs. At the CDFA National Summit, you will meet industry experts, connect with financing, learn about the latest approaches, and discover development finance solutions to bring to your local community.
CDFA Dealmakers Lounge: Your hub for networking and dealmaking, featuring Project Marketplace presentations and exhibitors.
Project Showcase: Targeted sessions that highlight creative projects in the U.S. with discussions about structuring and sources of capital.
Technology Showcase: Experience demonstrations of new technologies and software programs designed to support development finance authorities and initiatives.
Training Courses: Targeted training featuring timely presentations and important trends in development finance.
Special Additions
The CDFA National Summit features many opportunities to boost your networking and educational experience while in Tampa. A few of these special additions are highlighted below.
CDFA Project Marketplace: The CDFA Project Marketplace brings dealmaking to the forefront by featuring projects in search of financing with special presentations. CDFA National Summit participants are invited to comment on each project and offer technical assistance about potential solutions. Learn more about the Marketplace and apply to present on the Deals page.
Advanced Tax Increment Finance Course: A one-day course offered by the CDFA Training Institute building upon CDFA's Intro TIF Course by focusing more concretely on structuring the deal and developing short- and long-term policies. This is an extra fee event.
Tampa Dining Adventures: The Tampa restaurant scene is one of the best-kept secrets in the U.S. From the culinary destination of Seminole Heights to the award-winning chefs in the area, there are plenty of adventurous restaurants to explore. Register in advance to secure your seat. Reservations will be made by CDFA, but you are responsible for your own transportation and meal charges.
Networking: Networking abounds at the CDFA National Summit. View the Program page to see all of the exciting receptions and networking opportunities that are planned as part of the CDFA National Summit experience. Some events require reservations in advance and may require an extra fee.
National Sponsors
2019 National Summit Sponsors
Registration Information
You are invited to register for the CDFA National Summit today! Your total registration fee will depend on what events you plan to attend. Special discounts are available for CDFA members and multiple registrations from the same organization. View the table below to see the registration rates, or visit the Registration page for more information.
Scholarships are available to attend this event. Learn more about the
CDFA Scholarship Program and submit your application today.
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CDFA National Summit Registration Rates
Event | MEGA Early Bird Rates
(Ends May 31) | Early Bird Rates
(Ends Sept. 27) | Standard Rates
(After Sept. 27) |
National Development Finance Summit | CDFA Member: $500
Additional Member: $500
Non-Member: $850 | CDFA Member: $650
Additional Member: $500
Non-Member: $950 | CDFA Member: $750
Additional Member: $500
Non-Member: $1,100 |
Advanced Tax Increment Finance Course | CDFA Member: $400
Additional Member: $400
Non-Member: $550 | CDFA Member: $400
Additional Member: $400
Non-Member: $550 | CDFA Member: $450
Additional Member: $400
Non-Member: $600 |
History of the CDFA National Summit
Click on the links below to learn more about CDFA's most recent gatherings:
2018 National Summit in Dallas, TX
2017 National Summit in Atlanta, GA
2016 National Summit in New Orleans, LA
2015 National Summit in Charleston, SC
2014 National Summit in Scottsdale, AZ
2013 National Summit in Washington, DC
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