RDO COVID-19 Resource Center
(Last updated February 12, 2021) As we adjust to life with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, NADO and NADO Research Foundation staff are working to advocate
March 20, 2020
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“CEDS in Action” Case Studies Series
The goal of the CEDS process is not just to create an accessible, well-researched, and engaging planning document – though that’s really important! It is ultimately meant
March 13, 2020
Data Deep Dive Webinar Series Recordings
To reach its full potential, a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) should be grounded in accurate and accessible data that facilitates a region-wide conversation about
February 20, 2020
[Webinar Recording]: CEDS Content Guidelines Update for Opportunity Zones
In January 2020, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) updated its Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS) Content Guidelines to help communities across America maximize their
February 12, 2020
[Webinar Recording]: Lessons Learned from Coal Communities Across The Country
As communities and regions across the country address the impacts caused by the downturn in the coal industry, places that are actively pursuing economic diversification
November 22, 2019
[Webinar Recording]: Creating CEDS and Other Plans that People Want to Read!
This webinar with the NADO Research Foundation and Formation PR + Brand shared tools and techniques that you can use to incorporate eye-catching and informative messaging, design,
September 20, 2019
CEDS Spotlight: Merrimack Valley Planning Commission
The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) has the potential to be a true road map that brings together many voices from your region to form
July 8, 2019
National CEDS Forum Event Materials
The first-ever National CEDS Forum was held in Columbus, OH on June 18-20, 2019. Over 75 participants from 31 states and Washington, DC came together
June 24, 2019
“Lifting Up Communities through Economic Diversification” Presentations
One of the ways to become a more resilient region is through economic diversification. Too many places throughout the country and the world have built
March 26, 2019
“Afternoon with the CEDS” 2019 Workshop Materials
Over 50 participants from across the country came together in Arlington, Virginia for the second annual “An Afternoon with the CEDS” workshop on March 20, 2019. This
March 25, 2019
