IEDC’s annual Excellence Awards honor the economic development organizations, government entities, initiatives, and programs that have demonstrated consistent, exemplary performance in the profession
[August 28, 2024] [Kerrville, TX] – Kerrville Economic Development Corporation received a 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award was bestowed specifically for the organization’s work in the Special Event’s category that impacted approximately 25,000 residents. Katie Milton Jordan will be acknowledged and honored at the IEDC 2024 Annual Conference in Denver, CO, September 15-18.
“KEDC is setting the standard of excellence for economic development with its Texas Venture Crawl project. This award highlights KEDC’s commitment to its community and demonstrates the transformative impact of economic development,” said Nathan Ohle, IEDC President and CEO, “It is with great pride that IEDC presents this award to Kerrville Economic Development Corporation, celebrating their leadership and innovation in the field of economic development.”
“We are absolutely thrilled to announce this year’s award winners. These exceptional projects showcase remarkable dedication and ingenuity within the field,” said Kevin Kramer, Chair of IEDC’s Excellence in Economic Development Awards Advisory Committee. “KEDC’s contributions will leave a lasting impact and demonstrate its commitment to creating positive change for its residents.”
Every year IEDC looks specifically for economic development organizations, government entities, initiatives, and programs that have demonstrated consistent, exemplary performance in the economic development profession, leading the execution of projects that have a significant impact on revitalizing communities, and playing a major role in shaping and improving the practice of economic development.
“We are incredibly honored to receive the 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award from the IEDC,” said Katie Milton Jordan, Deputy Director of the Kerrville Economic Development Corporation. “This recognition highlights our commitment to fostering economic growth and innovation in Kerrville and beyond. We are excited to continue this momentum with our newly rebranded, 2nd Annual Texas Venture Fest on October 3, 2024, at Schreiner University. This event promises to be an extraordinary gathering of entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators, driving forward the future of our community. Registration will open soon at Kerredc.com, and we invite everyone to join us in celebrating and supporting the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of Texas.”
About Kerrville Economic Development Corporation
The Kerrville Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) is dedicated to promoting sustainable economic growth in Kerrville and the surrounding areas. By fostering strategic partnerships and supporting local businesses, KEDC aims to enhance the community’s economic vitality, creating opportunities for new and expanding businesses. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, KEDC works to attract investments, stimulate job creation, and ensure long-term prosperity for the Kerrville area.
About the International Economic Development Council
The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization serving economic developers. With more than 4,300 members, IEDC is the largest organization of its kind. Economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities by creating, retaining, and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth, and provide a stable tax base. From public to private, rural to urban, and local to international, IEDC’s members engage in the full range of economic development practices. Given the breadth of economic development work, our members are employed in various settings, including local, state, provincial, and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities, and a variety of other institutions. When IEDC succeeds, its members create high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities, and improve the quality of life in their regions. Learn more at www.iedconline.org today!
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