About Us

HE IDAHO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (IEDA) brings together economic development professionals, development organizations, and partners from across the state of Idaho. IEDA is a state-wide organization supporting community and economic developers who are dedicated to strengthening Idaho's economic prosperity.  Our members come from a broad diversity of geographic and professional backgrounds.  Taken as a whole, our membership provides a broad depth of knowledge and experience to communities, businesses, and organizations across the state and regionally.

IEDA MEMBERS actively participate in association activities, join together to find solutions to challenges facing our state and individual communities, and teach and learn from one another.  Members are encouraged to join Committees, attend association and related Events, continually increase in knowledge and experience, and be willing to assist other members. 

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: "We enhance and elevate the practice of economic development in Idaho to promote sustainable business growth, and strengthen communities through education, networking and advocacy." 

MEMBER BENEFITS
  • Increase skills to help facilitate the business and social vitality of your community
  • Network with a diverse group of professionals 
  • Arm yourself with a number of strategies and resources for combating issues in your community
  • Semi-Annual education conferences with training about current economic development topics
  • Receive regular updates on what’s happening in communities around the state
  • Support economic development tools like Gem State Prospector: www.gemstateprospector.com
  • Receive discounts on partner events like the Association of Idaho Cities (AIC)
  • Scholarship opportunities to attend the conferences
  • Ability to participate in the "Giving Back" Mentoring Network. 

For further information on current association goals and objectives, go here to review the IEDA STRATEGIC PLAN.
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Idaho Representatives at the state booth during the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington D.C. - 2018

Awards

Bob Potter Award
Bob Potter served as one of the first economic developers in Idaho for a local community that actively engaged in business attraction efforts. Author of Potter Principals, he has served as a role model for economic developers and has left a lasting legacy in Idaho.  In his honor, IEDA started an award program in the spring of 2015 to recognize economic development leaders in Idaho.
Economic Development Professional of the Year
The Idaho Economic Development Association wishes to recognize a currently practicing economic development professional who in the last twelve months has made a  significant impact in their community.  
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Committees

Board of Directors
Marketing & Membership Committee
Education Committee
Public Affairs Committee
Mentor Networking Program Committee

Contact Sari David for more information: admin@ieda.biz

​One Vision, One Voice, One Bright Future - IEDA