Washington, DC – The International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the largest nonprofit professional association for economic development professionals in the world, takes immense pride in announcing the exceptional eight individuals honored with these prestigious 2023 Honorary and Leadership Awards. This recognition not only celebrates their remarkable contributions but also acknowledges their unwavering dedication to driving community and economic development. Recipients will be acknowledged during the Recognition Night event being held at the 2023 IEDC Annual Conference, in Dallas, TX, September 17-20.
“IEDC’s Honorary and Leadership Awards were developed to recognize and showcase some of the very best economic development professionals in the world,” said IEDC President and CEO Nathan Ohle. “This year’s impressive slate of award winners demonstrate incredible tenacity, bold contributions to their communities, and unwavering commitment to the field of economic development. We want to commend and thank these leaders for their work and dedication to the economic development profession and to IEDC.”
“We are absolutely thrilled to announce this year's outstanding recipients. These exceptional individuals have showcased remarkable leadership by going above and beyond for their organization, community, and region," shared IEDC Board Chair Jonas Peterson, CEcD. “They are true champions of the profession, and I'm honored to recognize their outstanding contributions and achievements.”
“IEDC’s 2023 awardees have not only exemplified what it means to be a leader but have also demonstrated their dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of others. Their efforts have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on their communities, fostering a sense of unity, empowerment, and progress,” added IEDC Honorary and Leadership Awards Committee Chair Tom Kucharski, CEcD, HLM. “Their impressive efforts and passion for economic development will serve as a guiding light, inspiring others to rise to the occasion and make a meaningful impact in their own communities.”
These extraordinary leaders have demonstrated their expertise and showcased their profound impact in shaping sustainable and thriving communities.
- Todd Jorgenson: Chairman’s Award
- Andrew Peykoff, Sr.: Citizen Leadership Award
- Teresa “Terrie” Battuello, CEcD: Fellow Member (FM)
- Maureen Donohue Krauss: Fellow Member (FM)
- Brett Doney, CEcD, EDP, FM: Jeffery A. Finkle Organizational Leadership Award
- John Giles: Leadership Award for Public Service
- William “Bill” Sproull, FM, HLM: Lifetime Achievement Award
- Marissa Garnett, MBA, MUEP, CEcD, AICP, AZED Pro: Young Economic Development Professional of the Year Award
About IEDC
The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization serving economic developers. With more than 4,300 members, IEDC is the largest organization of its kind. Economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities by creating, retaining, and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth and provide a stable tax base. From public to private, rural to urban, and local to international, IEDC’s members engage in the full range of economic development practices. Given the breadth of economic development work, our members are employed in various settings, including local, state, provincial, and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities, and a variety of other institutions. When we succeed, our members create high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities, and improve the quality of life in their regions. Learn more at iedconline.org.