Time is running out! All entries for IEDC's Excellence in Economic Development Awards must be postmarked by this Friday, May 12 to be considered. As you wrap up your entries and prepare them for shipping, keep in mind a few key tips:

- Make sure your entry packet is complete according to the instructions
- Double check to ensure you have the correct address for the IEDC office
- Proofread to check for typos or inconsistencies
- Put your best foot forward

Take a look at the awards categories overview to see where your project might fit. All submissions must be postmarked by May 12, with the exception of the Innovation in Economic Development Week category, which has a special deadline of June 2.


Awards Categories Overview:

		Leadership These awards recognize outstanding leaders in the public and private sectors who are advancing economic development in their communities.
		Promotional These awards recognize innovative and effective marketing materials used for attracting, retaining and fostering business as well as communications vehicles used by economic development organizations.
		Internet & New Media These awards recognize exceptional and inventive use of the Internet and new media - including podcasts, blogs, wikis, extranet and intranets - for economic development.
		Program These awards recognize outstanding and pioneering programs in economic and business development.
		Partnership These awards recognize significant partnerships formed to support economic development and the results achieved by working together.

See the full listing of awards categories.

Don't miss a chance to gain recognition for your 2017 Economic Development Week campaign. As you celebrate throughout this week, document your efforts to submit for the EDW Award.

Go global with us - IEDC Excellence in Economic Development awards will be presented in Toronto, Ontario, Canada during the 2017 Annual Conference. Join us there!

In this globally evolving economy, communities need to work together to encourage competition and advance economic growth. The program for Annual Conference focuses on the very topics that will prepare you to tackle global issues. The first IEDC's Annual Conference held outside of the United States, you will cover how to Connect, Collaborate, and Create at the global level to contribute to the transformation of local, state, and regional economies.

Check out the preliminary program; concurrent session topics range from tech disruptions to sustainable power grids.

Don't delay, postmark your Excellence in Economic Development Award entry by May 12 to be included, and learn more about 2017 Annual Conference.