Name: Mark Barbash, FM

Position: Director

Organization: Ohio Economic Development Institute

Years In Economic Development: 40+ years

Years As A Member of IEDC: Since the CUED days!

What is a podcast or book you recommend?

Podcast: Inside Economics with Mark Zandi; Moody Economics

What was the first IEDC event you attended?

Probably in 1981 or before.

Why did you choose to join IEDC?

Network, Knowledge, Federal lobbying.

How has being a member of IEDC benefitted you and/or your organization?

Kept me up to date on both programs and cutting edge trends; IEDC thinks ahead of the game. 

What IEDC event do you look forward to attending each year? Why?

Annual Conference. 

How has your organization adapted to support your community and/or clients during the pandemic?

Moved our programming online for most of 2020 and 2021; Went back live in 2022. 

What is something you and/or your organization have accomplished this year that you are most proud of?

So far, registered 82 attendees for Ohio Basic Economic Development Course, and we're two months away.

What are some ways you hope you and your organization can continue to support your community and/or clients?

Staying current. 

Coffee or Tea?

Coffee. 

Favorite Movie?

Once Upon a Time in Hollowood. 

Night out or Night In?

Night in.

Dress-shoes or Sneakers?

Dress Sneakers.

What is something you like to do in your free time?

Theater.