Economic Development Districts (EDDs) and Regional Development Organizations (RDOs) around the country are incorporating principles of diversity, equity and inclusion into their work. This report (PDF) is
In support of Stronger Districts, Stronger Regions, a National Economic Development District (EDD) Leadership Capacity Building Initiative, the following materials have been gathered on various subjects
Solsmart: A Regional Approach to Solar Energy Adoption Webinar + Report https://youtu.be/jujS1XTs1Uc On March 30, 2022, the NADO Research Foundation, the National Association of Regional Councils, and
[Case Study]: Supporting Resilient Water Systems:Pennyrile ADD Builds Institutional Knowledge [Case Study]: Supporting Resilient Water Systems: Pennyrile ADD Builds Institutional Knowledge The Challenge of Retaining
The Challenge of Retaining Institutional Knowledge at Small Water Systems An important but often overlooked management problem for small organizations is retaining institutional knowledge through the years.
The Challenge of Retaining Institutional Knowledge at Small Water Systems An important but often overlooked management problem for small organizations is retaining institutional knowledge through the years.
In the spring and fall of 2021, the NADO Research Foundation reached out to experts and thought leaders across the country to reflect on key
NADO and the NADO Research Foundation released a progress report on the 2020-2024 Strategic Plan on October 18, 2021. The progress report includes milestone updates
Congratulations to the 2021 NADO Photo Contest winners and runners-up!  This year, nearly 100 images were submitted from members across the country that demonstrated what makes
NADO Announces the 2021 Impact Awards Congratulations to the 2021 Aliceann Wohlbruck NADO Impact Awards recipients! The Impact Awards program honors NADO members for their creative approaches
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Joe McKinney serves as Executive Director of the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO). Headquartered in Washington DC, NADO provides advocacy, education, research, and training for the nation’s 500+ regional planning and development organizations.
Joe has thirty-one years of experience having served in city, county, regional, national association, and government management since 1991. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Policy Analysis from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is a candidate for a master’s degree in Public Administration from UNC-Chapel Hill.
McKinney has provided congressional testimony on numerous occasions regarding the importance of regional development organizations in helping shape the nation’s economic growth. He is nationally recognized for promoting innovative solutions in areas such as planning and economic development, workforce development, transportation and transit, and aging services.