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Each new year brings new leadership to IEDC’s board of directors. Bryan Daniels, president and CEO of Blount Partnership in Blount County, Tennessee, will serve as IEDC’s board chair in 2025.

Each new year brings new leadership to IEDC’s board of directors. Dr. Eloisa Klementich, CEcD, president and CEO of Invest Atlanta, will serve as IEDC’s board chair in 2024.

IEDC selected new officers and members for the 2024 board of directors during the annual board meeting on September 17. Congratulations to new and renominated members, and many thanks to outgoing directors for their dedicated service.

IEDC honored the winners of the Leadership and Excellence in Economic Development Awards at the Annual Conference in Dallas. The awards recognize the world's best economic development programs and partnerships, and the year's most influential leaders.

As part of IEDC’s commitment to providing exceptional education and professional growth opportunities, we are actively seeking individuals with fresh perspectives to join our vibrant community. Take advantage of this great opportunity to expand your horizons and embark on a journey of personal and professional growth. Why serve as an IEDC course instructor? Establish yourself and your organization as a leader in the field. Meet and collaborate with industry peers. Share your knowledge with the economic development community. Earn credit towards CEcD and/or EDP exam or recertification requirements. Receive a stipend based on the number of sessions you present. What would be required of you as an instructor? ...

IEDC is proud to offer professional development scholarships such as the Diane Lupke Scholarship and the Melissa Nebelsick Scholarship for Women. Application forms and all requested materials—including a current resume and organizational training budget—are due Friday, September 1. The Diane Lupke Scholarship Fund The Diane Lupke Scholarship Fund offers four scholarships (two for IEDC members and two for non-members) to be applied toward the registration fee of an IEDC training course of the recipient's choice. The value for each scholarship is approximately $500. Scholarship applicants should work for an organization that is based in a distressed community. Examples include, but are not limited to, community-based ...

IEDC has issued an RFP to select a professional recruiting firm to assist in the search for a highly qualified and experienced Chief Operating Officer. IEDC is seeking to retain the services of a firm with experience in hiring executive talent for associations and nonprofits.

“Volunteering is so important,” says Eloisa Klementich, CEcD, PhD, president and CEO of Invest Atlanta and vice chair of IEDC’s board of directors. “You grow professionally and also bring back ideas for your city and region.” There are many ways to get more involved with IEDC! Board IEDC members are invited to nominate candidates to the board of directors. The nominating committee reviews candidates in late summer and voting takes place during IEDC’s Annual Conference. Board members serve two-year terms and can serve up to four consecutive terms. Committees IEDC’s Advisory Committees leverage their expertise in different areas to support IEDC’s work. Areas include higher education, ...