Economic Development is about widening and deepening the base of the economy, while improving the quality of life in the community.

Mark Barbash has been a member of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) since the CUED days.

Washington, DC – The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) welcomes Dr. Dell Gines, CEcD, a nationally renowned thought leader in economic development and entrepreneurship ecosystem building, as the Vice President of Partnerships, Advisory Services, and Thought Leadership.  

Joel Simon has been a member of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) for 5 years.

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is officially accepting submissions for this year’s Excellence in Economic Development and Honorary & Leadership Awards.

Washington, DC – The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) announced the release of the organization’s latest Economic Development Research Partners (EDRP) report titled “Growing Your Workforce: Strategies to Raise Local Labor Force Participation.” The report highlights and explores the topic of labor force participation: how it is defined and measured, historical trends, its uses, and analyses of data sources and limitations. 

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senate Appropriations Chair Patrick Leahy and U.S. House of Representatives Chair Rosa DeLauro released the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which is expected to be passed by the Senate and House and signed by the President before the end of the week. The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is pleased to share that the legislation includes $1.12 billion for community economic development through the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), a $724.5 million increase above the fiscal year 2022 enacted level.

The EDP designation requires candidates to have two years of full-time experience in economic development, complete the necessary education requirements and pass the certification examination. It is designed for professionals who work with entrepreneurs and small businesses as well as those that support them via programs, networks and approaches that foster small business and entrepreneurial growth. The 2022 program courses and examination were presented in an entirely virtual format.