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Upcoming events

    • Thursday, January 01, 2026
    • Thursday, December 31, 2026
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    Want to apply? Click the register button to complete the application. 

    Scholarships are awarded for tuition assistance or registration only for certain professional development that has been preapproved by the Foundation. Preapproved professional development includes;

    • OU/EDI – Years 1 through 3
    • Pre‐Exam Course for Certification CEcD
    • IEDC Courses
    • Basic Economic Development Course
      • Ball State University Basic Course
      • Radius Indiana
    • IEDA Practitioner’s Course
    • IEDA Workshops
    • IEDA Conferences (Excluding Site Selector Conference)

    Note: The Foundation may consider and award scholarships for other professional development courses not previously listed on a case‐by‐case basis. Applications for these other courses must include an overview or syllabus for the course and the applicant’s essay must address how this course will benefit their career in economic development.

    The Foundation recognizes that other entities such as public/private utility companies around the State offer financial assistance as well to economic development practitioners. The intent of the Foundation’s Scholarship Program is not to replace but to augment and partner with other existing programs, extending the common goal of continued professional development while not duplicating efforts. Every effort will be made to coordinate scholarship opportunities between the Foundation and other entities to avoid duplication of effort.

    Scholarship Application/Awarding of Scholarships:

    • The Foundation Board of Directors’ Scholarship Application Committee (the Committee) consists of at least three (3) Foundation Board Members and is responsible for the development of the Scholarship Application which is available to IEDA members via the Association’s website. 
    • Every attempt will be made to announce winners at IEDA Conferences. However, all Scholarship Winners will be recognized at the IEDA’s Annual Meeting 
    • At least 45 days prior to each announcement, a solicitation for applications will be made throughout the IEDA membership, via the Association’s web site, at conferences, and other forms of social media. Directions for submitting applications electronically, with a deadline, will be established by the Committee for each solicitation period. 

    Amount of Scholarship –General Guidelines: The amount and number of scholarships awarded within a given year will be determined by the Committee based on the number of applications and the availability of funds. However, as a general guideline, the Committee will use the following table for awarding the financial amount of each scholarship:

    Course/Training - Amount

    • OU/EDI – Year 1 up to 75% of tuition
    • OU/EDI – Year 2 up to 50% of tuition
    • OU/EDI – Year 3 up to 25% of tuition
    • Pre‐Exam Course CEcD up to 50% of tuition
    • IEDC Courses up to 50% of tuition
    • Basic Course (BSU/Radius) up to 100% of tuition
    • IEDA Practitioners Course up to 100% of tuition
    • IEDA Conferences (Excluding Site Selectors) up to 50% of tuition
    • IEDA Seminars up to 50% of tuition

    Other criteria that may be considered by the Committee beyond number of applications and availability of funds include:

    • Justification of need or essay provided in the application
    • Number of years in the economic development field
    • Availability of other scholarships specific for that course/training
    • Recommendation of supervisor
    • Number of previous awards to the applicant by the Foundation
    • Date Application was received i.e., first come first served
    • If applicant is seeking other scholarship funding for the same course requested through the IEDA Scholarship
    • The budget of the applicant’s organization and the percentage dedicated to professional development/education/training.
    • Monday, February 23, 2026
    • 9:30 AM
    • Wednesday, December 02, 2026
    • 10:30 AM
    • Various Locations (Virtual and In-person)
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    FEB 23: Development and BOTs, Susan Borries Reed (Virtual)

    APR 13: JASI, Theresa Kulczak (Bedford, IN)

    JUN 22: 2025 SEA1 Update, Heidi Amspaugh (Virtual)

    AUG 12: Panel (Fishers, IN)

    OCT TBD (In-Person)

    DEC TBD (Virtual)

    • Thursday, April 30, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Friday, May 01, 2026
    • 12:05 PM
    • Bloomington Convention Center, 302 S College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47403
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    Join us for the two-day conference in Bloomington. You'll start the journey with the B-Line Corridor Development Tour. You'll see firsthand how the B-Line Trail has become a literal and metaphorical path for economic development, weaving together recreation, the arts, and housing to drive significant public-private investment.

    Over the next two days, you will continue this exploration of the diverse engines fueling Indiana’s growth—from the high-energy Economic Impact of Collegiate Athletics to the essential infrastructure of Data Centers and Opportunity Zones.

    Key Highlights of Our Program:

    • Strategic Insights: We’ll discuss the Future of IEDA and explore how communities can better engage private developers to foster sustainable growth.
    • Innovation & Tech: We’ll dive into the critical role of data centers and see how IU Inc. is advancing the state’s innovation economy.
    • Professional Engagement: Sharpen your skills and connect with peers during our networking breaks and a high-stakes round of BRE Jeopardy!

    Bloomington provides the perfect backdrop for these conversations. As we tour the B-Line and fill these session rooms, our goal is for every professional here to leave feeling more empowered and better equipped to lead their communities.

    To celebrate our time together, please join us at the reception for a quintessential Bloomington moment: a photo opportunity with the IU Championship Trophy and Hoosier the Bison.

    As Indiana’s only statewide association dedicated exclusively to economic development professionals, this gathering is more than just a series of sessions—it is a chance to reconnect in our trusted professional home.

    We are here to unite our voices and empower one another, ensuring that as we thrive as professionals, our communities thrive alongside us.

    MORE INFORMATION

    Room Block

    Bloomington Courtyard, 310 S. College Ave., Bloomington, IN 47403

    • Rate: $144
    • Reserve by March 29

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    • Tuesday, May 12, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Speaker Details

    Jacob Everett, CEcD serves as part of DMA’s leadership team delivering site selection and incentive advisory services across North America. He has over 15 years of experience creating successful outcomes at the intersection of the public and private sectors. Currently, Jacob and his team at DMA advise businesses of all sizes and industries to optimize location strategies, mitigate risks, and facilitate engagement with the public sector. He is a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) accredited by the International Economic Development Council.

    Previously, Jacob served as the Founder & CEO of Corsa Strategies, which provided corporate advisory services as well as leadership in energy and economic development. Prior to working as an advisor, Jacob held various leadership roles with local and regional economic development organizations. In addition to being a Certified Economic Developer, he is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute, a graduate of Ball State University, and has completed coursework through the Council for Community and Economic Research Labor Market Information Institute. Jacob currently serves as a local elected official, sits on multiple economic development committees, and writes and speaks nationally on site selection, real estate, economic development, and energy.

    • Wednesday, August 12, 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • Thursday, August 13, 2026
    • 4:30 PM
    • FORUM Events Center, 11313 USA Pkwy, Fishers, IN 46037


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