Become a Member
As an IEDC member, you will receive discounts on all of the products and services we provide to the economic development profession. Members who take advantage of just one or two of our services can cover the cost of their membership through our member discounts. Joining IEDC is a great decision for everyone in the economic development profession.
In the economic development profession, it is essential to stay at the forefront of issues. IEDC gives you the latest news, trends, and research right at your fingertips. Through our professional development and conferences, our members have access to a vast network of economic development professionals, best practices, and new strategies for success.
Being a member of IEDC gives you access to the best resources and opportunities to best position you, your organization, and your community for success in the economic development field. From professional development and best practice research, to the largest yearly gathering of economic development professionals, becoming a member of IEDC really pays off. Join the more than 5,000 IEDC members and join today.
Our Services
- Year-round professional development opportunities
- IEDC conferences
- Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) program
- Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) Program
- Training courses
- Topical webinars
- Member-only content
- ED Now newsletter
- The Economic Development Journal
- Member Directory
- Clearinghouse Information Research
- Economic Development Research Partners (EDRP)
- Along with the EDA and our member volunteers, IEDC helps communities restore their economy
- Policy and advocacy on behalf of the economic development profession.
- Preferential member pricing. Members receive discounted pricing on all IEDC events and products.
Discounted Products and Services
- Conferences
- IEDC Training Course
- Webinars
- Certification
- Recertification
- Awards Fee
- Job Postings
- Consultant Database
- Bookstore
IEDC's new online Grants Research Center allows you to search:
- U.S. and International Charitable Giving funders
- Federal Grant & Loan Listings
- Up-To-Date State Funding Information
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IEDC membership is organizationally based, so in order to become a member of IEDC the organization you work for must be a member organization of IEDC. The type of organization you work for determines the pricing and quantity of members, but additional members can be added. All of our membership categories are defined below. If you are a student, member-in-transition, a retired member or have any questions about membership, please contact our membership department.
Membership Types defined and Pricing
| CODE | TYPE | NUMBER OF MEMBERS |
DUES ($US) |
| Economic Development Research Partner | |||
| EDRP | 9 | $5,850 | |
| Public Agency (Population) | |||
| PA4 | Under 100,000 | 1 | $455 |
| PA3 | 100,000-199,999 | 2 | $660 |
| PA2 | 200,000-499,999 | 3 | $1,060 |
| PA1 | 500,000-999,999 | 4 | $1,525 |
| PA | Over 1,000,000 | 5 | $1,850 |
| Utility (Annual E.D. Budget) | |||
| UT4 | Under $250,000 | 1 | $455 |
| UT3 | $250,000-$749,999 | 2 | $660 |
| UT2 | $750,000-$1,249,999 | 3 | $1,060 |
| UT1 | $1,250,000-$1,499,999 | 4 | $1,525 |
| UT | Over $1,500,000 | 5 | $1,850 |
| Non Profit (Annual Operating Budget) | |||
| NP4 | Under $250,000 | 1 | $455 |
| NP3 | $250,000-$749,000 | 2 | $660 |
| NP2 | $750,000-$1,249,999 | 3 | $1,060 |
| NP1 | $1,250,000-$4,999,999 | 4 | $1,525 |
| NP | Over $5,000,000 | 5 | $1,850 |
| Consultants (E.D. Billing) | |||
| CN3 | Sole Practioner or Under $250,000 | 1 | $455 |
| CN | $250,000- $499,999 | 2 | $660 |
| CN2 | $500,000-$999,999 | 3 | $1,060 |
| CN1 | Over $1,000,000 | 4 | $1,525 |
| Private | |||
| PRI | 4 | $1,525 | |
| Institution | |||
| INS | 1 | $455 | |
| Additional Member | |||
| SA | 1 | $200 | |
| Student | |||
| STU | 1 | $60 | |
| Member In Transition | |||
| MIT | 1 | $135 | |
| Retired Member | |||
| RM | 1 | $115 | |
Economic Development Research Program (EDRP)
For economic developers in search of providing their expertise in the field, as well as interest in increasing knowledge in the economic development field. The Economic Development Research Program provides networking opportunities, access to exclusive research, and much more. If interested contact or Vice President of Member Relations, Phil Goodwin at [email protected].
Public Agency (PA)
An organization focused on providing service or benefits to the public. For example; state or local governmental agencies or a political subdivision thereof. The Public Agency membership level is based on the population the agency serves.
Utility (UT)
An organization which maintains and provides services using infrastructure. The membership level for this is based on the Annual Economic Development Budget, or the organization.
Non Profit (NP)
A tax-exempt organization formed for charitable, artistic, religious, scientific, or educational purposes. The nonprofit membership level is based on the annual operating budget of the organization.
Consultants (CN)
An organization or person who provides outside professional advice and opinions.
Private (PRI)
An organization with the intention of making a profit.
Institution (INS)
An organization focused on providing education.
Additional Member (SA)
Any additional members requested to be added to an organization’s membership, which has reached its maximum number of members covered by annual dues. A fee of $200 is added to each additional member.
Student (STU)
Individuals currently, enrolled full-time at a college or university pursuing an undergrad, graduate, or doctorate degree.
Member In Transition (MIT)
Members who find themselves actively searching for employment, and/or in between careers.
Retired Member (RM)
Individuals who are no longer pursuing job opportunities in economic development or elsewhere, but are interested in maintaining their membership with IEDC.
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