Local urban economy: skills and models for sustainable development
Webinar: “New models for the sustainable development of the urban economy”
19 June 2026 | 10:00 – 12:00
Clust-ER Economia Urbana is a partner in the project “Local urban economy: skills for the sustainable development of businesses and new models of social interaction”, promoted by ISCOM Emilia-Romagna, a member of Clust-ER, and funded under the Emilia-Romagna Region’s Supply Chain Call for Proposals.
The initiative aims to strengthen skills and tools to support businesses and local stakeholders, promoting innovative models of sustainable urban development and new forms of social interaction within local communities.
As part of the project, the webinar “New models of sustainable urban economic development” is scheduled for 19 June from 10am to 12pm, offering an opportunity for in-depth discussion and exchange dedicated to the transformations currently affecting commerce, services and local economies.
The meeting will bring together researchers, businesses and institutions to offer an integrated analysis of the dynamics that are redefining local areas and models of local development.
Key topics for discussion will include the repositioning of retail between local and digital channels, the role of innovation in retail outlets and business networks, the opportunities offered by the Emilia-Romagna Region’s Urban and Local Hubs, strategies for regenerating urban brownfield sites for business purposes, and models of local governance to support local economies.
Particular attention will be paid to the connections between businesses, communities and institutions, with the aim of highlighting operational tools, experiences and concrete examples useful for strengthening the resilience, competitiveness and attractiveness of urban and rural systems.
Speakers at the webinar will include:
Roberto Ravazzoni – University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
Daniele Iotti – Arcobaleno Colorlab and Novellara Viva Association
Nicola Minelli – Iscom Group
Sara Maldina – Metropolitan City of Bologna
Federico Vespignani – Unione Bassa Romagna
Stefania Migazzi – Manager, Clust-ER Urban Economy
Attached is the flyer for the initiative: Iscomer – webinar urban 2026.
For further information and to register for the webinar: ISCOM Emilia-Romagna – Production Chains
To find out more about the Emilia-Romagna Region’s Production Chains Call for Proposals and the opportunities available to support the development of regional production chains: Emilia-Romagna Region Production Chains Call for Proposals
The following links provide access to the slides presented by Prof. Roberto Ravazzoni – University of Modena and Reggio Emilia – and Federico Vespignani – Unione Bassa Romagna:
- New trajectories in trade: between proximity and distance
- The urban economy of proximity: skills and models for sustainable development