From Main Street Wetumpka
Wetumpka Alabama
WETUMPKA, ALABAMA (July 17, 2024) Main Street Wetumpka is proud to announce that its Executive
Director, Haley N. Greene, recently completed week one of the Intensive Economic Development
Training Course, presented by Auburn University’s Government and Economic Development Institute
(GEDI). The program was held July 8-12, 2024 in Auburn, Alabama.
Completion of this program underscores Greene’s commitment to economic development and our
community. The Intensive Economic Development Training Course is divided into two, one-week
sessions and introduces participants to all phases of economic development. The first week of the
Intensive Course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and fulfills
one of the prerequisites for those who wish to take the exam for the Certified Economic Developer
(CEcD) designation. It provides an intensive overview of general economic development concepts and
principles. The second week, which is scheduled to take place September 16-19, 2024 in Auburn, will
focus on important issues and resources in Alabama. Program leaders and faculty have proven success
in economic development practices and techniques, and represent the field’s most effective
practitioners from throughout the state and across the nation.
GEDI is a department of Auburn University Outreach which specializes in providing training to
government agencies, private businesses, non-profits, and economic developers. Having over 40 years
of experience, GEDI has established itself as a leading provider of economic development education
and training in Alabama.
Auburn University is also proud to serve as a U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development
Administration University Center. EDA supports universities in their mission to assist states and their
economic development community through the EDA University Center program. For more information
on GEDI and its programs visit the website at www.auburn.edu/gedi.
Main Street Wetumpka is one of 34 designated Main Street Alabama communities. To learn more, visit
www.mainstreetwetumpka.org or follow @MainStreetWetumpka on social media.
