EDA Annual Awards of Excellence - Accepting Submissions
Think of a person or a project that has truly made a difference in your community....Now, take a moment to submit your entry for the EDA Annual Awards of Excellence!
Submissions are officially open! Head over to the member section of our website to apply online.
As an exclusive benefit of EDA membership, the EDA Annual Awards of Excellence provide a fantastic opportunity to celebrate achievements and share best practices.
The Awards celebration will take place over two evenings during the EDA Xperience 2026 Leaders' Summit and Conference, April 15 -17.
The submission deadline is March 13, 2026.
The EDA Annual Awards of Excellence has 2 areas of focus:
Individual Awards: Honoring professionals who have made an exceptional contribution to the field of economic development.
Community Awards: Showcasing outstanding projects and initiatives that drive growth and collaboration.
Community Award Categories:
- Economic Development Renewal Project: Position your community as a dynamic driver of economic activity.
- Regional Collaboration and Partnerships: Highlight how working together has been a key factor in the success of your economic development projects.
- Innovative Approach to Economic Development: Showcase your adaptability and forward-thinking strategies.
- Marketing for Economic Development Outcomes: Share how your marketing initiatives have contributed to tangible economic development outcomes.
- Economic Developer of the Year
- Emerging Talent in Economic Development
- Gerry Gabinet Mentorship Award