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Fellow Member (FM)

Description

Fellow Member (FM) status is conferred upon active IEDC members who have attained exceptional stature in the field of economic development and related disciplines. This “exceptional stature” is defined by significant contributions to the profession, through service to IEDC and/or academic achievements directly related to the practice of economic development.

Meeting the qualifications listed below does not guarantee that a candidate will be honored as a Fellow Member (FM); these qualifications represent the minimum criteria for consideration.

Eligibility

The nominee must have:

  • At least 10 years of continuous membership in IEDC.
  • A minimum of 10 years in the economic development field.
  • Served at least 1 term as an IEDC board member, committee chair, or committee member.
  • Achieved at least 2 of the following:
    • Presented at an IEDC conference, Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC), or Economic Development Institute (EDI).
    • Contributed case studies or data to IEDC research efforts.
    • Authored a publication, either within or outside IEDC, advancing the field of economic development.
    • Held a faculty, advisory, or leadership role in an academic institution related to economic development.

Application

The application for this status consists of three parts as listed below. 


Part I
General Data

   You must submit the following details for the first part of the application.
  • Nominee - Full Name
  • Nominee - Credential(s)
  • Nominee - Title
  • Nominee - Organization
  • Nominee - Email
  • Nominee - Phone
  • Nominee - Location
  • Nominee - Headshot


Part II
Questions

  
  You must submit a response (250 words or less) for each question in order to complete the second part of the application.

  1. How many years have you been an active, continuous member of IEDC? Describe your involvement in IEDC activities during this time.

  2. Summarize your professional experience in economic development, including key roles, responsibilities, and accomplishments. How has your work contributed to advancing the field of economic development?

  3. Have you served as an IEDC board member, committee chair, or committee member? List the role, dates of service, and key contributions.

  4. Have you presented at an IEDC conference, Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC), or Economic Development Institute (EDI)? Provide details on the topic, audience, and outcomes.

  5. Have you contributed case studies or data to IEDC research efforts? Describe the nature of your contribution and its impact.

  6. Have you authored a publication (e.g., articles, reports, books) advancing economic development? Provide details about the work, publication venue, and its significance.

  7. Have you served as a faculty member, advisor, or director at an academic institution related to economic development? Describe your role, responsibilities, and achievements.


Part III
Letters of Recommendation

  You must submit 2 letters of recommendation as the third part of your application.

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