Join us at the 2025 Rural Summit at the Crabtree Marriott in Raleigh. This yearly event brings together hundreds of community leaders, policymakers, and rural advocates from across the state and nation to engage in a thoughtful, intentional dialogue about advancing change across a spectrum of rural development issues.

What to Expect

• Keynotes & Breakouts: Local and national leaders in rural economic development will share their insights.
• Peer-to-Peer Connection: Join us for opportunities to meet with colleagues from across the state in both informal and intentional networking sessions.
• Education & Resources: You’ll leave with new knowledge and tools and inspired to innovate in your community.

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