
AI as a Tool for Economic Development Districts: Considerations and Best Practices
This resource explores how AI tools can offer powerful opportunities for Economic Development Districts (EDDs) to improve efficiency and productivity.

This resource explores how AI tools can offer powerful opportunities for Economic Development Districts (EDDs) to improve efficiency and productivity.

This webinar explores how Economic Development Districts (EDDs) are tackling the social determinants of health to build stronger, more resilient communities.

This webinar series includes real-world examples, actionable tools, and fresh ideas for EDD staff and partners looking to spark economic growth, fill empty spaces, and support the next generation of entrepreneurs.

This case study explores the role of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) in creating much-needed workforce housing in the city of Dalton, Georgia.

This webinar explores how municipalities can engage religious leaders, congregations, and developers to thoughtfully reimagine these properties. Whether repurposed for affordable housing, social services, the arts, or mixed-use community hubs, houses of worship can serve as powerful anchors for revitalization when guided by strategic collaboration.

This webinar features a highly engaging conversation about affordable housing cooperatives, how they work, and how they can be adapted to meet communities needs.

The NADO Research Foundation is pleased to announce applications are open for the 7-month EDD Wealth Creation Learning Cohort, a new pilot program offered through the Economic Development District Community of Practice (EDD CoP). Join with other EDD staff interested in integrating wealth creation into their regions.

The annual Impact Awards program honors NADO members for their creative approaches to advancing regional economic development and improving quality of life.

The NADO Research Foundation and Neighbor Works America partnered on this joint training opportunity to connect national networks of EDDs and Neighbor Works America affiliate organizations. Participants learned about ways these valuable economic and community development organizations can work together to address affordable housing in their regions.

NADO’s Afternoon with the Districts event offered an opportunity for EDD leaders to step back, reflect, and strengthen their storytelling techniques and approaches. Nearly 50 participants gathered to explore new ways to communicate impact, share successes, and elevate the essential role EDDs play nationwide.