The NADO Research Foundation manages a variety of virtual Peer Learning Communities as part of the Economic Development District Community of Practice. These cohorts are designed to build and strengthen bonds among EDD staff across the national network Economic Development Districts. Each group has a different audience and objective – read on to learn more about the specifics of each and how you can get involved.
The Collaborative Learning Group (CLG) is a 6-month virtual training and networking opportunity for new Economic Development District (EDD) staff who have been at their organization for 2 years or less.
These informal groups are designed to help staff troubleshoot challenges with their CEDS, share methods and ‘best practices’, and support each other during yearly and 5-year CEDS updates.
The NADO Mentor Program pairs experienced executive directors with new executive directors for one year to help new executive directors address the challenges facing their organizations and regions by connecting with experienced RDO leaders.
This program is for EDD staff interested in integrating wealth creation into their regions. Wealth creation is an approach to economic development that recognizes regions’ varied assets and connects those assets with market demand.apters.