Video:  A Career in Regional Economic Development 

A career with an Economic Development District (EDD) or Regional Development Organization (RDO) offers the chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact on the communities and regions you serve. In this video, you’ll hear from four experienced leaders in regional economic development as they reflect on their career paths, the impact of their work, and what it takes to succeed in the field.  The conversation highlights the importance of building and nurturing partnerships, serving the public good, and keeping people at the center of economic development efforts.   For those drawn to public service, the field of regional economic development offers a career where daily work contributes to long-term change.

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This video was produced by the NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF) through the Economic Development District Community of Practice (EDD CoP). The EDD CoP is managed by NADO RF and is made possible through an award from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce (ED22HDQ3070106). The statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations contained in this video are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Economic Development Administration or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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