International Economic Development Council
Chris Colan is an experienced professional currently serving as a Senior Certification Program Associate and Professional Development Associate at the International Economic Development Council since April 2019. In this role, Chris manages the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) program, which recognizes demonstrated expertise in economic development. Prior experience includes temporary positions at various non-profits, including the American Health Lawyers Association and Consumer Technology Association, where Chris conducted research for the annual Consumer Electronics Show. Chris also worked as an Account Manager at Republic National Distributing Company, overseeing key accounts in the Charleston area, and held roles as an Office Assistant and Intern at Morano, Colan & Butler, where responsibilities included preparing legal documents and providing administrative support. Chris holds a Bachelor's degree in History and Political Science from the University of South Carolina, obtained in 2012.
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International Economic Development Council
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The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit membership organization serving economic developers. With over 4,500 members, IEDC is the largest organization of its kind. Economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities, by creating, retaining and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth and provide a stable tax base. From public to private, rural to urban, and local to international, IEDC’s members are engaged in the full range of economic development experience. Given the breadth of economic development work, our members are employed in a wide variety of settings including local, state, provincial and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities and a variety of other institutions. IEDC’s members create high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities and improve the quality of life in their regions. www.iedcONLINE.org.