EODA hosted a Legislative Forum and business meeting at the Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center on October 26, 2018. Glenda Bumgarner, PhD, Senior Director of External Engagement for JobsOhio provided a Regional Impact report focusing on Branding and Lead Generation Strategies. Her colleague, Tyler Yaple, Government Affairs Manger for JobsOhio provided a Legislative Update. EODA Executive Director, Jim Schoch, announced a new addition to their sponsors – JobsOhio/Appalachian Partnership for Economic Growth. This joint sponsorship generously provides $5,000 to EODA to help further economic development efforts in the 16-county region. As a non-partisan organization, EODA also offered the opportunity for gubernatorial and U.S. Congressional candidates to address a series of questions related to economic development. Shawna Roberts, candidate for Ohio’s 6th Congressional District was in attendance to offer her responses and answer questions from the audience.

Glenda Bumgarner, PhD, Senior Director for External Engagement shares recently released regional impact information with EODA members

EODA added an 8th Major Sponsor. Welcome JobsOhio/Appalachian Partnership for Economic Growth. We appreciate your support!