Economic Development Week 2020
In case you missed it during Economic Development Week 2020, here's a full compilation of our special messages to the community!
VEDA is OPEN for Membership!
What is VEDA? Watch and learn...and remember that VEDA is OPEN for membership! Thank you, Rick Whittington, Principal of Whittington Consulting, for delivering this great message!
What role does government play in economic development?
"What role does government play in economic development?
Public policy choices made by government entities at every level drive the business climate that determines the attractiveness of a particular locality or region to business prospects.
Fostering a competitive business climate at all levels of government is essential to continued success in promoting economic prosperity, broadening the tax base, and enhancing the Commonwealth’s economic stability and quality of life."
-Matt Johnson, Economic Development Manager in Newport News, Virginia
Wondering how economic development works at the state, regional and local levels across Virginia?
The Virginia Economic Developers Association Cardinal flew in to see Stephanie Landrum, VEDA past president from Alexandria, Virginia, and she's joined us to talk about how economic development works at the state, regional and local levels across the Commonwealth.
What is economic development and why is it important to Virginia’s future?
"Admittedly, we’re often asked.
What is economic development and why is it important to Virginia’s future?
First and foremost, economic development is an investment Virginia’s vitality, creating competitive communities for growth all across the Commonwealth.
As we face unprecedented unemployment as a result of the COVID crisis, our work to restore Virginia to prosperity is critical.
Economic development is responsible for attracting new business and supporting the growth of existing business, all to generate capital investment and revenue for Virginia’s localities.
Ultimately, economic development increases the tax base and provides quality job opportunities, thus enhancing the well-being and quality of life of all Virginians."
-David Manley, Joint Industrial Development Authority of Wythe County, Virginia
A Message from VEDA President Jim Noel
"There is no doubt. As we enter what we call Economic Development Week, a time to recognize the work of professional economic developers across our communities, we’re facing some of the largest business challenges of our careers.
But before this global pandemic, Virginia was making its way back to the top when it comes to being the best state in the U.S. to do business, thanks to the diligent and innovative work of professional economic developers.
And you know what? Virginia can do it again.
But it will take all of us working together. Economic developers. Businesses. Elected officials. Policy makers. The communities we serve."
-Jim Noel, President of the Virginia Economic Developers Association and Economic Development Director for York County
STANDING OVATION to celebrate the presentation of The Cardinal Award, the most prestigious award bestowed by VEDA to deserving members, today to Debbie Melvin, Assistant Vice President, Workforce Solutions, VEDP, and Florence G. Kingston, Director of Development for the city of Newport News. The award recognizes leadership in the field of economic development, outstanding professional accomplishments, and exceptional service to the organization.
THIS IS WHERE YOU BELONG - Placemaking Through a New Lens - presented by author Melody Warnick and opening up the Spring 2019 VEDA Conference!
