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Session proposals for the 2022 PEDA Spring Legislative Conference are currently being accepted. Please submit your proposal(s) for consideration, using the following as a guideline.

1. Explain your proposed session topic, title and overview.
2. Explain what is innovative about your proposed session and topic(s) of focus.
3. Explain your presentation approach / style.
4. Describe what the key takeaways will be for conference attendees.
5. Provide any information you feel will help us better understand what you want to do as a presenter.
6. Provide the name, title and organization of each of the presenters (and the moderator, if applicable) you're recommending for consideration.
7. If applicable, provide any suggestions you may have for enhancing the attendee experience at this and future conferences.

Please submit your proposal via email to jskopp@wannerassoc.com, labeling the subject line "Conference Session Proposal". In your submission, please include your name, title, organization, phone number, email address and mailing address.

The June 30, 2021 Advocacy report, provided by Alex Rahn of Wanner Associates, is now available on the Members Only Advocacy Reports page of PEDA’s website. Please use your membership credentials to gain access.

The May 21, 2021 Advocacy report, provided by Alex Rahn of Wanner Associates, is now available on the Members Only Advocacy Reports page of PEDA’s website. Please use your membership credentials to gain access.

Fay-Penn Economic Development Council is currently seeking qualified applicants for two openings. Additional details are available here.

Window Opens for Award Nominations

It's been said there is no greater honor than to be recognized by one's peers. The window for submitting 2021 PEDA Membership Award nominations is now open and we've made it easier than ever to showcase successful projects, initiatives and individuals, using the following categories.

• Economic Developer of the Year Award
• Young Professional 'To Watch' Award
• Economic Development Project of the Year Award
• Economic Development Marketing Innovation Award
• Economic Development Program of the Year Award

Showcasing key accomplishments at the statewide level not only benefits those being honored, but also shines a light on the meaningful work being done by our peers in the economic development profession. Please take this opportunity to publicly recognize those who are most deserving.

Decisions on winners are expected to be made in early September and awardees will be notified as soon as possible in advance of PEDA's 2021 Fall Conference, where recipients will be recognized.

2021 PEDA Membership Award nominations must be submitted electronically to pedastaff@peda.org by COB on August 25, 2021.

Additional details are available here.

Additional details are available here.

The April 26, 2021 Advocacy report, provided by Alex Rahn of Wanner Associates, is now available on the Members Only Advocacy Reports page of PEDA’s website. Please use your membership credentials to gain access.

It is with deep sympathy that PEDA informs you of the untimely passing of longtime member and friend, Lue Ann Pawlick.

Lue Ann was successful in many endeavors throughout her professional career, though many of us knew her through the many years she spent in the economic development industry, representing communities in the Mon Valley during her time with the Middle Monongahela Industrial Development Association.

Lue Ann was a passionate economic development professional, whose dedication to her family, friends and community and whose positive energy will be deeply missed. We ask that you keep her family in your thoughts during this very difficult time.