Welcome! Economic Development Division
The Economic Development Division's mission is to advance the practice and state of the art of economic development planning by increasing the understanding of economic development as a key element of public policy at all levels of government, and to promote it as a critical element of the neighborhood, community, regional, and national planning process.
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What's On Your Mind? Winter 2023 News & Views
In our Winter 2023 issue, check out these great reads!
- Membership Survey Results
- Notes From The Chair: Fall - Transition to Success
- Feasibility Perspectives
- More Student Views
EDD @ National Planning Conference Join us for our annual meeting, awards, and reception!
Join the Economic Development and Urban Design and Preservation Divisions at the National Planning Conference for the Annual Meeting, Awards, & Reception on Monday, April 15.
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APA EDD thanks our 2024 sponsors! Thank you to our sponsors
Thank you to CAI for being our 2024 Executive Level sponsor!
Awards and Scholarships
The Economic Development Division supports its members through its annual scholarship and awards program. The scholarship is named in memory of longtime APA member and economic development visionary, Dr. Terry Holzheimer of Arlington County, Virginia and Virginia Tech. The $2,000 award is a scholarship provided by the APA's Economic Development Division. Our awards program includes the signature Donald E. Hunter Award which recognizes one outstanding project out of all award recipients each year.
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Division Events
- There are no upcoming Division-related events at this time.
Become a Division Sponsor
Interested in extending your reach to planning and economic development professionals? Sponsors of the Economic Development Division have that opportunity all year long. Learn more below.