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Dear PEDA members, partners and friends,

We hope this message finds you well and looking ahead with excitement to all that 2026 has in store for our communities.

As we work diligently to build PEDA's 2026 events calendar, we warmly invite you to consider becoming a sponsor of the 2026 PEDA Spring Conference and/or the 2026 PEDA Fall Conference. Each of these events brings together dedicated professionals to learn from one another, to share ideas, and to strengthen the connections that make our association so special. Your support plays a vital role in making these gatherings possible.

Sponsoring a 2026 conference is a meaningful way to support PEDA, while also gaining valuable visibility and engagement opportunities. Beyond taking advantage of some of the many valuable benefits outlined in our list of 2026 sponsorship opportunities, committing to be a sponsor of one or both of these conferences allows you to:

• Demonstrate your commitment to our shared mission
• Increase awareness of your organization among engaged members and leaders
• Build relationships and connections across our community
• Help ensure our conferences remain high-quality, accessible, and impactful

If you’ve ever found inspiration, insight, or connection at a PEDA conference, sponsorship is a wonderful way to to help shape future experiences for our members and partners. Plus, while PEDA accepts sponsorship commitments on a rolling basis, we're even offering a limited time discount to organizations committing to serve as sponsors of both 2026 conferences. Regardless of which option(s) make the most sense for you, this offer provides you with a platform to reach the economic development community and its partners at a lower, more cost-effective rate.

Thank you for being such an important part of the PEDA community. We truly appreciate your consideration and look forward to bringing you value in 2026!

Be a part of the conversation:  #PEDAspring26 | #PEDAfall26

Pennsylvania Economic Development Association
908 North Second Street | Harrisburg, PA 17102
Phone: 717.441.6047 | Fax: 717.236.2046

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The Pennsylvania Allies Program was designed for professionals working in roles that actively support economic development organizations (EDOs) and their efforts within PA communities. Through the provision of training for local stakeholders, they - along with their local or regional EDOs - will be well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities to jointly champion their communities. With this aim in mind, we're sharing the following story of an economic development success that was made possible because a number of community-minded individuals and organizations recognized the project's importance and committed themselves to working together through the processes necessary to achieve their vision.

Click here to read about a Creative Workforce Training Partnership in Crawford County.

The Pennsylvania Allies Program was designed for professionals working in roles that actively support economic development organizations (EDOs) and their efforts within PA communities. Through the provision of training for local stakeholders, they - along with their local or regional EDOs - will be well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities to jointly champion their communities. With this aim in mind, we're sharing the following story of an economic development success that was made possible because a number of community-minded individuals and organizations recognized the project's importance and committed themselves to working together through the processes necessary to achieve their vision.

Click here to read about the RIDC Westmoreland Innovation Park.

The Pennsylvania Allies Program was designed for professionals working in roles that actively support economic development organizations (EDOs) and their efforts within PA communities. Through the provision of training for local stakeholders, they - along with their local or regional EDOs - will be well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities to jointly champion their communities. With this aim in mind, we're sharing the following story of an economic development success that was made possible because a number of community-minded individuals and organizations recognized the project's importance and committed themselves to working together through the processes necessary to achieve their vision.

Click here to read about the Montour County Brownfield Reenvisioned as a Business Park.

The Pennsylvania Allies Program was designed for professionals working in roles that actively support economic development organizations (EDOs) and their efforts within PA communities. Through the provision of training for local stakeholders, they - along with their local or regional EDOs - will be well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities to jointly champion their communities. With this aim in mind, we're sharing the following story of an economic development success that was made possible because a number of community-minded individuals and organizations recognized the project's importance and committed themselves to working together through the processes necessary to achieve their vision.

Click here to read about the GrowErie Project at the Savocchio Opportunity Park.

The Pennsylvania Allies Program was designed for professionals working in roles that actively support economic development organizations (EDOs) and their efforts within PA communities. Through the provision of training for local stakeholders, they - along with their local or regional EDOs - will be well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities to jointly champion their communities. With this aim in mind, we're sharing the following story of an economic development success that was made possible because a number of community-minded individuals and organizations recognized the project's importance and committed themselves to working together through the processes necessary to achieve their vision.

Click here to read about the Fastest Selling Real Estate Market in the Country.

The Pennsylvania Allies Program was designed for professionals working in roles that actively support economic development organizations (EDOs) and their efforts within PA communities. Through the provision of training for local stakeholders, they - along with their local or regional EDOs - will be well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities to jointly champion their communities. With this aim in mind, we're sharing the following story of an economic development success that was made possible because a number of community-minded individuals and organizations recognized the project's importance and committed themselves to working together through the processes necessary to achieve their vision.

Click here to read about the WCIDC Jeannette Glass Redevelopment Project.

Learn more at https://conta.cc/452Spsh or by visiting https://www.peda.org/event-6255874.