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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.

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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.


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