May Membership Zoom: Transfer of Wealth Study

Review of the previous study, population forecast update, and data tools for new and existing director and board members.

Unveiling the Future: The Power of Wealth Transfer

• In an era where community development stands at the forefront of change, understanding the dynamics of wealth transfer becomes pivotal. The concept, underpinned by comprehensive data analysis, reveals not just figures but the heartbeat of potential community transformation. CEDBR will provide a deeper understanding of how this data was created and the expectations set forth in the wealth transfer. This discussion will be valuable for directors new to this type of calculation or ones that want to have a stronger understanding.

Shaping Tomorrow: Navigating Population Dynamics for Community Growth

• Our updated population forecast dives into the granular details at the county level, offering invaluable insights for community foundation directors. By analyzing trends in migration, births, deaths, and the aging population, we equip you with the tools to understand the evolving demographics of your community. This in-depth analysis serves as a cornerstone for crafting strategic growth plans, ensuring your initiatives are aligned with future demographic shifts. Learn how to leverage this data to foster a thriving, vibrant community, adaptable to the changing tides of population dynamics.

Empowering Communities: Harnessing Data for Impactful Decisions

• Discover the online data tool portal, featuring dynamic resources including Transfer of Wealth, Population Forecasts, Health, Wealth, and Wise, and Community Profile tools. This segment invites you to explore these tools and engage in a collaborative effort to redefine our Community Profile page. Your feedback is crucial in shaping this resource to better serve your needs for making informed decisions. Let's discuss what data elements are most valuable to you and how we can tailor this tool to become your go-to for community planning and development strategies.

Speakers

Jeremy Hill, Director

Jonathan Norris, Research Economist

Bio 

Jeremy Hill is the director of the Center for Economic Development and Business Research. He came to Wichita State University from Georgia Southern University, where he was the director of the Coastal Rivers Water Planning and Policy Center.

Hill leads the CEDBR in its mission to provide accurate, reliable information and analysis to inform decision making in the public and private sectors. The center provides market research, fiscal and impact analyses, and employment forecasts for the regional and state economies.

He has also contributed to innovative research, analysis and planning in collaborative ventures across Kansas. His research focus has been on business analysis and community development, as well as workforce, tourism and retirement dynamics. This variety of research has required economic impact modeling, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, data analysis, and survey development and design.

Hill has been involved in a number of national and regional organizations, including the Association for University Business and Economic Research, for which he served as president in 2015, the National Association for Business Economics, and the Kansas Economic Development Alliance. Hill was a part of the 2015 Leadership Kansas class.