Indiana Economic Development Association

We were proud to have Colton Bickel, IEDA Board member, attend the Indiana Economic Development Course as a representative of the Indiana Economic Development Association. While there, he connected with professionals from across the state, shared the value of IEDA membership, and highlighted why a strong, united economic development community matters.

IEDA brings together leaders from urban, suburban, and rural Indiana—providing education, peer connection, and a shared professional voice that strengthens communities statewide.

If you work in economic development and aren’t yet a member, we’d love to welcome you. IEDA is your professional home—supporting you with the tools, training, and connections you need to succeed.

👉 Learn more about becoming a member and joining Indiana’s united economic development voice.

As the first day of the IEDA Spring Conference comes to a close, it’s been a full day of learning, connection, and meaningful conversations in Bloomington.

From this morning’s sessions through the final discussions, today brought together professionals from across Indiana to share ideas, explore new perspectives, and strengthen the work happening in communities statewide.

This is where One State, Many Voices comes to life.

If you’re here with us, what stood out most from today?

Get to Know Your IEDA Foundation Board: Valerie Shaffer

Favorite hobby? Hiking with her dogs — or really anything that involves them!

Most impactful IEDA memory? She says she can’t pick just one. Each conference builds on the last — stronger connections, deeper relationships, and continued growth alongside fellow members.

That’s the power of the IEDA network.

Learn more about the IEDA Foundation: https://ieda.org/updates/13587317
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