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Professional Developers of Iowa Announce 2025 Legislative Priorities
Growing Iowa and Creating Economic Opportunity
Professional Developers of Iowa is the state association of economic development professionals united to strengthen communities and drive long-term growth for Iowa. PDI’s more than 300 members come from disciplines including community, county and regional economic developers, utilities, legal and financial firms, universities, community colleges, engineering and construction firms, and rail transportation companies. PDI’s 2025 legislative priorities represent the collective interests of economic development leaders across Iowa’s 99 counties.
2025 PDI Legislative Updates Calls
Join PDI Lobbyist Craig Patterson bi-weekly on Mondays at 9:00 A.M. throughout session for an update on the latest on legislative is, important to economic development.
January 20 | February 3 | February 17 | March 3 | March 17 | March 31 | April 14
2024 Life Members
PDI is proud to announce the recipients of the prestigious 2024 PDI Life Member Award. This honor recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a lifelong commitment to advancing economic development in Iowa and have made significant contributions to the organization and the communities they serve.
The PDI Life Member Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Professional Developers of Iowa. It celebrates individuals whose careers have been marked by exceptional service, leadership, and an enduring commitment to advancing the economic development profession. Recipients are nominated and selected based on their significant contributions to the field, the organization, and their communities.
Read more about the 2024 Life Member recipients.
Upcoming Events
2025 PDI Spring Training
Dates: March 25-26,2025
Location: Des Moines, Iowa - The Heritage Center
More Information Coming Soon!
2025 PDI Legislative Reception
Date: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Location: The AC Hotel - East Village, Des Moines, Iowa
2025 PDI Fall Conference
Dates: September 24-26,2025
Location: FFA Enrichment Center, The District - Ankeny, Iowa
More Details Coming Soon!
PDI Events
PDI offers professional development events throughout the year. Each is designed to equip members to succeed in today’s fast-changing environment.
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