State, Regional and Provincial Association Partners

IEDC partners with state, regional and provincial associations throughout the world. Through these partnerships, IEDC maintains strategically important relationships with local economic development associations, which provides crucial opportunities for information sharing and collaboration.

Regional Associations

		Mid-America Economic Development Council 17 South High Street, Suite 200 Columbus, OH 43215 Phone: (866) 439-9172 Fax: (614) 221-1989 Web site: www.maedc.net MAEDC members are dedicated economic development professionals who share best practices to make you more valuable to your organization. MAEDC is the best resource for making contact with site selectors, advancing regional economic development programs and accessing thought leadership.
		National Rural Economic Development Association 1255 SW Prairie Trail Parkway Ankeny, IA 50023 Phone: (515) 284-1421 Fax: (515) 334-1167 Web site: www.nreda.org The National Rural Economic Developers Association is a member organization dedicated to the advancement of rural economic development through providing education and networking opportunities.
		Northeastern Economic Developers Association 1000 Boston Neck Road Wickford, RI 02852-7109 Phone: (401) 295-9215 Fax: (401) 295-8821 Web site: www.nedaonline.org Northeastern Economic Developers Association’s (NEDA) mission is to advance the practice of economic development professionals to improve the economic prosperity of communities in the northeast.
		Southern Economic Development Council P.O. Box 18369 2580 Porchside Place, SE Atlanta, GA 30316 Phone: (404) 523-3030 Fax: (404) 523-0406 Web site: www.sedc.org The Southern Economic Development Council is organized for the purpose of advancing, through educational and professional efforts, the economic development of the following states -- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.

State Associations

		Economic Development Association of Alabama 210 Medical Center Drive Prattville, AL 36066 Phone: (334) 358-7401 Fax: (334) 358-7402 Web site: www.edaa.org Economic Development Association of Alabama’s (EDAA) Mission: To educate, network, and positively impact economic development in Alabama. EDAA's Vision: To provide the leadership to help Alabama be the premier state for economic development. Since 1968, EDAA has taken a leadership role in providing economic and community developers with the proper tools, training and expertise for successful development programs.
		Arizona Association for Economic Development 3033 North Central Avenue, Suite 615 Phoenix, AZ 85105 Phone: (602) 240-2233 Fax: (602) 240-2391 Web site: www.aaed.com The Arizona Association for Economic Development represents the collective views, interests, and needs of those involved in Arizona's economic growth, and acts to improve business, employment, investment opportunities, and the quality of life in the state.
		Arkansas Economic Developers & Chamber Executives 1200 W. Capitol Ave. Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone: (501) 210-4206 Fax: (501) 372-2722 Web site: www.aedce.org Arkansas Economic Developers & Chamber Executives (AEDCE) is the state’s premier association representing professional and volunteer economic developers and chamber executives in Arkansas. AEDCE’s objective is to advance, through educational and professional efforts, the business climate and quality of life in Arkansas by the development of employment opportunities through economic growth and community development. This is accomplished through education, advocacy and our connected network of association members.
		California Association for Local Economic Development 550 Bercut Drive, Suite G Sacramento, CA 95814-0105 Phone: (916) 448-8252 Fax: (916) 448-3811 Web site: www.caled.org The California Association for Local Economic Development is a state-wide association dedicated to serving professionals involved in the business of economic development. As a public/private partnership, CALED members represent a diversity of skills, disciplines, and professional occupations involved in the economic development process.
		Economic Development Council of Colorado PO Box 816 Palisade, CO 81526 Phone: (720) 260-4478 Web site: www.edcconline.org The Economic Development Council of Colorado (EDCC) is a professional organization dedicated to strengthening Colorado’s economy. By unifying organizations involved in economic development and the private sector in a balanced partnership, EDCC provides statewide opportunities and benefits unique to the industry. Our members gain more than just access to our diverse network. EDCC plays a vital role in Colorado by fostering an open forum for the exchange of ideas, insight, and strategies. We bring together experience from across the state, and provide the valuable resources you need to succeed.
		Connecticut Economic Development Association Connecticut Economic Resource Center 805 Brook Street, Building 4 Rocky Hill, CT 06067 Phone: (860) 571-7136 Fax: (860) 571-7150 Web site: www.cedas.org CEDAS, the Connecticut Economic Development Association, is a not-for-profit organization committed to advancing the practice of economic development within the state of Connecticut. The Association encourages communication among its members by providing a forum for discussion and information exchange. CEDAS sponsors or co-sponsors educational programs, workshops and seminars on best practices, new legislation, downtown development, and issues pertaining to the state’s economy.
		Florida Economic Development Council 3551 Blairstone Rd., Ste. 105-138 Tallahassee, FL 32301 Phone: (850) 212-1056 or (850) 228-6211 Web site: www.fedconline.org The Florida Economic Development Council is a membership-based not-for-profit (501c6) corporation that relies on support from its members and investors to educate and inform business and government leaders about key economic development issues and initiatives. We are Florida’s primary resource for economic development related policy development, education, and networking.
		Georgia Economic Developers Association 75 5th Street Atlanta, GA 30308 Phone: (404) 962-4110 Web site: www.geda.org The Georgia Economic Developers Association's mission statement is to provide a forum for economic developers; provide for the professional development of economic development practitioners; provide a voice for economic development policy; and provide a state-wide framework linking organizations - public and private - with shared interests in economic development.
		Idaho Economic Development Association 1255 W Hwy 39 Blackfoot, ID 83221 Phone: (208) 684-4397 Web site: www.ieda.biz The Idaho Economic Development Association (IEDA) is a trade association of economic development professionals and affiliated entities whose purpose it is to enhance and elevate the practice of economic development and to promote sustainable business growth for Idaho’s economic vitality and increased standard of living.
		Illinois Development Council 225 East Cook Street Springfield, Il 62704 Phone: (217) 528-5230 Fax: (217) 241-4683 Web site: www.ileda.org The Illinois Development Council (IDC) is a voluntary group of economic development professionals affiliated as a not-for-profit corporation for the purpose of furthering the development of the economic base of Illinois.
		Indiana Economic Development Association 125 West Market Street, Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: (317) 454-7013 Fax: (317) 634-5964 Web site: www.ieda.org The Indiana Economic Development Association is dedicated to promoting and improving the quality of industrial and economic development throughout the State of Indiana.
		Professional Developers of Iowa 1255 SW Prairie Trail Parkway Ankeny, IA 50023 Phone: (515) 243-4585 Fax: (515) 243-2049 Web site: www.pdiowa.com The Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI) is a voluntary group of professional economic development personnel affiliated for the purpose of furthering the development of the economic base of the State of Iowa.
		Kansas Economic Development Alliance 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66612-1354 Phone: (785) 296-4225 Fax: (785) 296-3490 Web site: www.kansaseda.com The Kansas Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) was created by a group of economic development professionals in 1981 to assist in maintaining a healthy economy for the state of Kansas, improve the quality of the practice of economic development, and encourage legislative action that will enhance the attractiveness and competitive position of the state of Kansas.
		Kentucky Association of Economic Development 2225 Lawrenceburg Road Building B, Suite 4 Frankfort, KY 40601 Phone: (502) 227-9653 Fax: (502) 227-2611 Web site: www.kaedonline.org The Kentucky Industrial Development Council is a nonprofit membership association founded in 1967 to develop and maintain high standards in the field through professional development programs, the exchange of ideas and information, and the advancement of skills and knowledge of those engaged in the profession. In addition to encouraging the professional growth of its members, KIDC is dedicated to educating state and community leaders in the techniques and principles of economic, industrial, and community development.
		Louisiana Industrial Development Executives Association P.O. Box 82531 Baton Rouge, LA 70884 Phone: (225) 448-5404 Fax: (225) 767-7648 Web site: www.lidea.org The Louisiana Industrial Development Executives Association (LIDEA) is a non-profit Louisiana corporation chartered in 1964 to create new job opportunities by encouraging companies to locate in Louisiana, and to assist resident industries to expand.
		Economic Development Council of Maine P.O. Box 287 Augusta, ME 04332-0287 Phone: (207) 582-5147 Web site: www.edcm.org The Economic Development Council of Maine contains information about communities in Maine, industrial parks and sites, as well as maps to local regions.
		Maryland Economic Development Association P.O. Box 27039 Baltimore, MD 21230 Phone: (410) 347-1246 Web site: www.medamd.com The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) enhances the knowledge and skills of its members and encourages partnerships and networking among those committed to bringing jobs and investment to Maryland.
		Massachusetts Economic Development Council c/o GRA 115 Pleasant Street, Room 201 Gardner, MA 01440 Phone: (978) 630-4014 Fax: (978) 632-1905 Web site: www.massedc.org The Massachusetts Economic Development Council (MEDC) is the professional association of economic development practitioners serving the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Members are those individuals who are engaged in industrial, economic, or community development organizations, as well as executives of Chambers of Commerce, utility officials, and staff members of private, public, or quasi-public industrial/economic development corporations.
		Michigan Economic Developers Association P.O. Box 15096 Lansing, MI 48901-5096 Phone: (517) 241-0011 Fax: (517) 241-0089 Web site: www.medaweb.org The Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA), founded in 1960, exists to provide a variety of services and programs which will enhance members' abilities and skills in economic development. Through education, legislative updates, public relations, and networking, MEDA makes it possible for members to do their job more efficiently and effectively.
		Economic Development Association of Minnesota 1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 252 Saint Paul, MN 55114-1067 Phone: (651) 290-6296 Fax: (651) 290-2266 Web site: www.edam.org Economic Development Association of Minnesota (EDAM) is professional association of individuals and organizations throughout the state of Minnesota who share this mission. We pursue our mission by providing development professionals a forum for exchanging information and staying abreast of current economic development strategies and practices and by providing economic developers with valuable networking and educational opportunities. EDAM members are leading economic developers in the state of Minnesota. EDAM consults with the state on public policy issues related to economic development, and helps continually define and improve the profession.
		Mississippi Economic Development Council P.O. Box 3721 Jackson, MS 39207 Voice: (601) 352-1909 Fax: (601) 352-2061 Web site: www.medc.ms The Mississippi Economic Development Council serves as the voice for Mississippi's economic/community development and chamber of commerce professionals and their constituencies. Through collaboration with other local, state and national entities, MEDC establishes and advocates Mississippi's economic and community development agenda.
		Missouri Economic Development Council P.O. Box 105918 Jefferson City, MO 65110 Phone: (573) 636-7383 Fax: (573) 636-5783 Web site: www.showme.org The Missouri Economic Development Council (MEDC) is dedicated to enhancing economic growth through its own program initiatives and in collaboration with other economic development entities. Whether working independently or in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Economic Development, the Hawthorn Foundation, or other groups, MEDC is proud of its reputation to get the job done effectively and professionally. MEDC is assisted by a professional staff in carrying out its mission.
		Montana Economic Developers Association 118 E. 7th Street, Suite 2A Anaconda, MT 59711 Phone: (406) 563-5259 Fax: (406) 563-5476 Web site: www.medamembers.org The Montana Economic Developers Association (MEDA) is an association of economic development professionals. We are professional “lead” economic developers, business specialists, government employees, and staff members of affiliated non-profit organizations which promote and foster economic development activities in Montana.
		Nebraska Economic Developers Association 318 East 19th Street Cozad, NE 68130 Phone: (308) 784-3809 Web site: www.neda1.org The Nebraska Economic Developers Association (NEDA) is an association of professional economic developers dedicated to the prosperous growth of Nebraska's business climate. NEDA's purpose is to foster economic development in Nebraska, encourage the advancement of the expertise of its members, foster cooperation among economic development professionals, and to afford professional economic developers a vehicle for assembly and collective expression.
		New Hampshire Economic Development Association c/o NH Local Government Center PO Box 617 Concord, NH 03302-0617 Phone: (603) 224-7447 Web site: www.nhedaonline.org Our mission is to promote sound economic development activities, foster the sharing of economic development best practices, provide innovative economic development training and networking, and to encourage a united approach to state and regional problems affecting business growth.
		Economic Development Association of New Jersey 18000 Horizon Way, Suite 200 Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 Phone: (609) 781-6051 Web site: www.edanj.com The Economic Development Association of New Jersey was formed in 1953 to promote a sound economy in the State of New Jersey, and to provide an exchange of professional and technical information with respect to economic development.
		New Mexico Industrial Development Executives Association 2844 East Main Street, Suite 106 Farmington, NM 87401 Phone: (505) 243-9913 Fax: (505) 486-4745 Web site: www.nmidea.org The New Mexico Industrial Development Executives Association is an association of professional industrial and economic development personnel and others interested in the development process in New Mexico.
		New York State Economic Development Council 111 Washington Avenue, 6th Floor Albany, NY 12210 Phone: (518) 426-4058 Fax: (518) 426-4059 Web site: www.nysedc.org The New York State Economic Development Council (NYSEDC) has been serving the state's development professionals for over 30 years. It has become the principal statewide organization representing 500 local, regional, and statewide development professionals. Its membership is broad-based and includes representatives of Industrial Development Agencies, local development corporations, utilities, public authorities, bond underwriters, chambers of commerce, banking institutions, law firms and corporations. The purpose of NYSEDC is to promote the economic development of the state and its communities; to encourage sound practices in the conduct of regional and statewide development programs; and to develop educational programs that enhance the professional development skills of NYSEDC members.
		North Carolina Economic Development Association 1201 Edwards Mill Road, First Floor Raleigh, NC 27607 Phone: (888) 246-2332 Fax: (919) 882-1902 Web site: www.nceda.org The North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA) is comprised of people engaged or supportive of efforts to improve the quality of life for North Carolinians through the enrichment afforded by economic development.
		Economic Development Association of North Dakota PO Box 1091 Bismarck, ND 58502 Phone: (701) 355-4458 Fax: (701) 223-4645 Web site: www.ednd.org The Economic Development Association of North Dakota’s mission is to champion the growth and diversification of North Dakota’s economy through professional development, networking and advocacy.
		Ohio Development Association 17 South High Street, Suite 200 Columbus, Oh 43215 Phone: (614) 221-1900 Fax: (614) 221-1989 Web site: www.ohioeda.com The Ohio Development Association's mission of the ODA is to provide education, information, and networking opportunities to economic development practitioners and others committed to the economic growth of Ohio and its communities.
		Select Oklahoma PO Box 2371 Edmond, OK 73083 Phone 405.808.8957 Web site: www.selectoklahoma.us Select Oklahoma represents rural, suburban and urban interests that are all investing in the development of key economic sectors through partnership with the State of Oklahoma, as well as leaders in the public, private, tribal and philanthropic entities. Select Oklahoma members recognize that growing the State of Oklahoma's economy serves a larger mission than only focusing on the needs of their individual communities and regions. The membership includes professionals representing economic development organizations, utilities, non-profits, and higher education. Select Oklahoma supports statewide efforts to recruit new and retain existing primary jobs and capital investment, and promotes a healthy economy for the State of Oklahoma through legislative advocacy, education, training and development and professional collaboration.
		Oregon Economic Development Association 6745 SW Hampton Street, Suite 101 The Dalles, OR 97223 Phone: (503) 597-0094 Web site: www.oeda.biz The Oregon Economic Development Association (OEDA) is a statewide non-profit organization working to support economic development professionals who are on Oregon's front line in diversifying and expanding Oregon's economy.
		Pennsylvania Economic Development Association 908 North Second Street Harrisburg, Pa 17102 Phone: (717) 441-6047 Fax: (717) 236-2046 Web site: www.peda.org The Pennsylvania Economic Development Association is the unified organization for individuals whose livelihood involves responsibilities for area development. Examples of typical members include county/regional economic developers, state economic development employees, utility executives whose primary responsibility is area development, industrial development authority directors, operators of industrial incubators, chamber of commerce executives, and municipal directors of development.
		South Carolina Economic Developers Association P. O. Box 1763 Columbia, SC 29202 Phone: (803) 929-0305 Fax: (803) 252 0589 Web site: www.sceda.org The South Carolina Economic Developers Association (SCEDA) is a 600-member association of professional economic developers of South Carolina. The Association provides professional development and networking opportunities to its members through its annual meeting in May of each year, as well as through training programs and the South Carolina Economic Developers’ School. The goal of the association is to promote professionalism in the practice of economic development in South Carolina.
		South Dakota Chamber and Economic Development Council P.O. Box 190 108 North Euclid Avenue Pierre, SD 57501 Phone: (605) 224-6161 Fax: (605) 224-7198 Web site: www.sdchamber.biz South Dakota is a great place to do business. Maintaining a great place to do business requires a delicate balance of reasonable tax levels and adequate public infrastructure, especially in the area of education. This balance is not automatic nor guaranteed in the constitution. It takes work. The South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry has done that work on behalf of the business community for nearly 70 years. This work has included responding to crises such as workers compensation coverage, attempts to pass corporate income taxes, and countless regulations on business. Today the Chamber is focused on making sure South Dakota is well prepared for the economic transitions that could prove to be either a great boon or a tremendous disaster for our citizens.
		Tennessee Economic Development Council 611 Commerce Street, Suite 3030 Nashville, TN 37203-3742 Phone: (615) 256-5141 Web site: www.tnedc.com The Tennessee Economic Development Council is a statewide, non-profit organization created to unite the efforts of its members in furthering industrial development in the state of Tennessee. TEDC promotes cooperation and understanding among the individual members of the council and the varied interests they represent.
		Texas Economic Development Council 1011 San Jacinto, Suite 650 Austin, TX 78701 Phone: (512) 480-8432 Fax: (512) 472-7907 Web site: www.texasedc.org The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) is an Austin-based, statewide professional association dedicated to the development of economic and employment opportunities in Texas.
		Virginia Economic Developers Association 1340 N. Great Neck Road, #1272-128 Virginia Beach, VA 23454 Phone: (757) 412-2664 Fax: (866) 873-3690 Web site: www.GoVEDA.org Since 1982, the Virginia Economic Developers Association has been increasing the effectiveness of those who practice economic, industrial, and community development in Virginia. VEDA provides input that helps maintain Virginia's leadership position in economic development, encourages continued education through state and national economic development organizations, promotes standards of professionalism and ethics within the economic development community, and facilitates the exchange of information among its members.
		Washington Economic Development Association 2801 International Ln, Ste 106 Madison WI 53704 Phone: (800) 718-1960 Fax: (253) 620-6565 Web site: www.wedaonline.org The Washington Economic Development Association is an economic development professional's organization that seeks to stimulate the economic vitality of the state at the local community level. This is accomplished through goals and strategies that promote sound economic development policy on the state level and provide educational and networking opportunities for economic development professionals.
		West Virginia Economic Development Council 2001 Quarrier Street Charleston, WV 25311 Phone: (304) 342-2123 Fax: (304) 342-4552 Web site: www.wvedc.org The West Virginia Economic Development Council (WVEDC) was created for a unified program of economic development in West Virginia. WVEDC promotes activities that will retain and expand present business and industry and attract new business and industry to West Virginia. WVEDC is the only professional organization in the State with the sole function of promoting economic development.
		Wisconsin Economic Development Association 4618 S Biltmore Ln Madison WI 53718 866-766-7578 Web site: www.weda.org The Wisconsin Economic Development Association fosters economic development in the state of Wisconsin by providing leadership in defining and advocating economic development.
		Wyoming Economic Development Association 263 North 8th Street Lander, WY 82520 Phone: (307) 332-5546 Fax: (307) 332-5336 Web site: www.wyomingeda.org The Wyoming Economic Development Association's mission is to provide leadership support and foster economic development in Wyoming.

Provincial Associations

		Economic Developers Alberta Suite 127 #406, 917-85 Street SW Calgary, Alberta Canada T3H 5Z9 Phone: (866)-671-8182 Website: www.edaalberta.ca The mission of Economic Developers Alberta is to enhance Alberta's economic development profession by providing effective training, communication and networking opportunities.
		Economic Development Association of British Columbia #402 - 44550 South Sumas Road Chilliwack, BC Canada V2R 5M3 Phone: (604) 858-7199 Fax: (604) 858-7345 Website: www.edabc.com
		Economic Development Council of Ontario Box 8030 6506 Marlene Ave Cornwall, ON Canada K6H 7H9 Phone: (613) 931-9827 Fax: (613) 931-9828 Website: www.edco.on.ca EDCO will provide leadership to enhance the professional development of its members; advance economic development as a profession and support our municipalities in fostering economic prosperity in the province of Ontario.
		Nunavut Economic Developers Association 1104B Inuksugait Plaza, Phase II PO Box 1990 Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0 Phone: (867) 979-4620 Fax: (867) 979-4622 Website: www.nunavuteda.com NEDA's mandate is to support its members through professional development, networking, advocacy and the exchange of information and ideas.
		Saskatchewan Economic Development Association PO Box 113 Saskatoon, SK Canada S7K 3K1 Phone: (306) 384-5817 Fax (308) 384-5818 Website: www.seda.sk.ca SEDA has operated successfully for the past twenty nine years as the non-profit association for those engaged in community economic development throughout Saskatchewan. During those years, we have witnessed the evolution of economic development into what is now an inclusive process that encompasses a variety of activities performed both at the community and regional level and within a global arena. From community economic development and social enterprise to international trade and investment, SEDA works consistently to support practitioners and community leaders in all paths of economic development.

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