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EDND 2026 Call for Award Nominations

2026 Economic Development Association of North Dakota (EDND) Awards

This survey is designed to help you submit your nominations for the 2026 EDND Awards presented at the EDND Fall Conference Oct. 6-8. Nominations are due August 21.
1.Who are you nominating?(Required.)
2.Nominators Information(Required.)
3.

What award are you submitting this nomination for? 

Economic Developer of the Year
This award recognizes individual(s) who have made a significant contribution that will leave a lasting impression on the economic health of his/her community, region or state. This impact increases the quality of life for residents and visitors.

Emerging Professional of the Year
This award acknowledges outstanding achievement by an emerging leader in the economic development industry. This individual show promising leadership skills and positively impacts their organization, community, and/or region through economic development. This person should have five or less years of experience in the industry.

Project of the Year
This award recognizes a community, organization or team who have worked to complete a significant project to contribute a positive impact to the economic health of the community, region or state in terms of job creation, partnership development, and overall economic impact. This project will have created or retained employment and capital investment.

Community Development Award
This award is given for a development project that increases the quality of life or otherwise brings about positive impacts in a community.

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Please note: Each winner will have a short video to highlight their community and contribution to the development, noted in a press release, showcased in the newsletter & receive a small plaque for display back home.