Laredo Economic Development Corporation Celebrates 2024 Economic Development Week
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Taking place from May 6th–10th, it recognizes and honors the dedicated work of economic developers and their contributions to communities around the world
LAREDO, TX— Laredo Economic Development Corporation is proud to announce its participation in the 2024 Economic Development Week, a global initiative led by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
“As the local and regional economies evolve, the economic development profession must remain agile and responsive to change. The expertise of dedicated economic development professionals and organizations is vital in cultivating sustainable growth and prosperity,” said IEDC President & CEO Nathan Ohle. “This year’s Economic Development Week will showcase innovative community leadership driving collaboration and creating opportunities in their communities. I hope our communities and economic developers around the world will join us in celebrating the accomplishments of a profession full of passionate changemakers and community builders.”
The IEDC created Economic Development Week in 2016 to recognize the work that economic development organizations and professionals do in their communities. IEDC celebrates Economic Development Week every year, highlighting the programs, best practices, and exceptional individuals that positively impact life in their communities. In just a few years the event has become one of the most widely recognized awareness weeks of its kind validating the, often unheralded, work of the economic development profession.
“The 2024 Economic Development Week in Laredo will recognize our great partnerships, create awareness of important initiatives and trends, and generate renewed excitement for our efforts to improve the economic well-being of our community,” says Gene A. Lindgren, President & CEO of the Laredo Economic Development Corporation.
“It is a momentous occasion to be celebrating not only the growth our City has achieved as the Number 1 Port in North America but also the investment and commitment by all sectors in our economy. The City of Laredo remains committed to embracing initiatives and collaboration with our partners as we continue coordinating efforts to diversify our economy and identify priorities that will help continue moving our city forward”, said Miriam Castillo, Economic Development Director for the City of Laredo.
