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2024 PEDA Fall Conference RFP Issued

The Pennsylvania Economic Development Association (PEDA) is the statewide association of local, state, corporate and non-profit economic development professionals. PEDA's mission is to promote sound economic development policies, provide leading edge economic development education and nurture an effective statewide economic development network to foster the economic growth of the Commonwealth.

PEDA provides opportunities at its two annual conferences for economic development professionals and organizations in Pennsylvania to share best practices and experiences that enhance the professional dialogue. This active engagement ensures Pennsylvania can continue to aggressively position itself to retain, grow and attract businesses and jobs to the Commonwealth.

Pennsylvania Economic Development Association
908 North Second Street | Harrisburg, PA 17102
Phone: 717.441.6047 | Fax: 717.236.2046
www.peda.org | Upcoming Events

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Session proposals for the 2023 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.

Calling All Young Professionals: The deadline for applying has been extended through COB on March 9th. Apply today!

Team Pennsylvania is currently seeking qualified applicants for the role of Manager, Economic Development Policy & Programs. Additional details are available here.

IEDC Launches Salary & Demographic Survey

IEDC's Salary and Demographic Survey of Economic Development Professionals has remained the industry-standard reference for compensation, demographic, and professional activity information. There is no better source of information in the field of economic development in which to benchmark yourself, your organization, and your region. This year’s survey also features new questions reflective of our new landscape.

Follow this link to participate in this year's survey.

Note: This message is being provided to you strictly for informational purposes. PEDA has no involvement with the survey. 

The latest 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.