Tag: economic development
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UEDA Announces New Officers and Board Members
The University Economic Development Association (UEDA) elected and announced new officers and board members during their annual Summit hosted in San Antonio, Texas. The 2023 UEDA executive committee members include: Russell Mills, PhD from Bowling Green State University, President Dominique Halaby from Georgia Southern University, President Elect Teresa Merriweather Orok, PhD from Alabama A&M University,…
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UEDA Announces Category Leaders for 2022 Awards of Excellence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – October 14, 2022 – This week, the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) announced winners of its annual Awards of Excellence program during their annual Summit hosted in San Antonio, Texas. Leading initiatives from across North America competed in a six-month process, including application, peer review, online presentations, and, ultimately,…
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Featured Partner – EcoMap Technologies
The inaugural Ecosystem Technology Showcase will take place during our Annual Summit and feature companies who support entrepreneurial ecosystems, produce tech in the economic development space, and empower educational institutions. Learn more. Our first featured participant, EcoMap, centralizes information about the resources, organizations, people, and opportunities within any given ecosystem. From local business communities to…
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Board Nominations Open
Many members gain significant membership benefit by serving on one of our committees, or on our volunteer board of directors. We hope you’ll consider joining this enthusiastic and engaging group of individuals, as we work together to advance our mission. Below is more information regarding the board nomination and election process. In 2022 UEDA will…
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UEDA Selects Finalists for 2022 Awards of Excellence
Finalists Representing Leading Economic Development Initiatives Across North America, to Present at the UEDA Summit The 2022 UEDA Awards of Excellence finalists have been chosen from a group of highly impactful and creative programs and initiatives. Higher education institutions and organizations across North America submit nominations annually for innovative programs that focus on developing economic…
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Inaugural Ecosystem Technology Showcase
UEDA is looking for businesses to participate in the Ecosystem Technology Showcase that will take place during our Annual Summit in San Antonio this October. Specifically, we are interested in hearing from companies who support entrepreneurial ecosystems, produce tech in the economic development space, or empower educational institutions. Download the flyer below to learn more…
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Requests for Proposals – Executive Director and Association Management Services
UEDA is seeking candidates (individuals, universities, non-profits, or companies) to serve as executive director of the organization and provide association management services. The successful candidate will exhibit leadership, organizational skills, knowledge of higher education, marketing ability, business acumen and the capacity to manage a growing and complex association. The selected candidate will report directly to the…
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Margo Fliss Receives Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) Certification
UEDA board member, Margo Fliss, is the first certified Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) in Alaska! The EDP credential, a new offering by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), is designed to build the foundational skills of those supporting entrepreneurship in their communities. Click here to read the announcement. The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is…
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Deadline Extended for Awards of Excellence Applications
Nominations for the 2022 Awards of Excellence are now open through June 15, 2022. Institutions wishing to submit their initiatives for consideration should visit the Application Portal to learn more and download the nomination worksheet. We look forward to reading the submissions and are eager to announce this year’s finalists. The Awards of Excellence are…
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UEDA Expands Board with Appointment of Dr. Teresa Merriweather Orok
Last week, the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) announced the appointment of Dr. Teresa Merriweather Orok from Alabama A&M University to their board of directors. UEDA serves as the preeminent association for higher education practitioners focused on attracting talent, driving innovation, and building a sense of place within their regions. Dr. Teresa Merriweather Orok is…