Spotlight on EDOs: SEDC and PA DCED

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This Week's Spotlight: SEDC and PA DCED

SelectUSA's new blog post series, Spotlight on EDOs, highlights the work of economic development organizations (EDOs) across the United States. Written by economic developers from communities large and small, these posts demonstrate that successful investment attraction takes many forms.

SEDC: Taking a Regional Approach to Promoting FDI

By Gene Stinson, President, Southern Economic Development Council

SEDC at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit

Building awareness of FDI is central to SEDC’s mission to provide members with the information and resources that help them increase economic development in their communities. However, while many members have succeeded in attracting FDI, others have not had access to the tools and information needed to draw investment. This year, we worked hard on changing that – here’s how.

Read more.

Pennsylvania Offers Experience, Knowledge & Diversity to International Companies

By Kate Skopp, Director of Global Partnerships & Operations, Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, Office of International Business Development.

Pennsylvania DCED delegation at Hannover Messe 2016

Pennsylvania has focused on attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) for over two decades, providing quality assistance to foreign companies looking to establish business operations in our state. With nine representatives around the world covering more than 30 countries, we are committed to identifying and working with companies to break down investment barriers.

Read more.

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