Southern Economic Development Council

The world’s best economy builders will headline in sunny Bonita Springs, August 16–18.

Don’t miss a great “State of the American South” session with Executive Director William Cork of the Mississippi Development Authority.

Grab your ticket today at https://www.sedc.org/events/2026-annual-conference--bonita-springs-fl.

Team is set to invite global aerospace companies to the world’s premier investment location at the 2026 Berlin Air Show.

Meet our delegation below and make plans to visit our booth at Hall D, Stand 340, June 10 - 14. We look forward to showcasing the opportunities and advantages in the southern United States.

See you in Berlin.

Can we go now? You're going to love our HQ.

With plenty of pools, water slides and beach access, it's the perfect conference to bring the family. Make a plan to join us in sunny Florida on August 16 - 18.

Grab your ticket now at: https://www.sedc.org/events/2026-annual-conference--bonita-springs-fl.

The SEDC Podcast Presented by Insyteful was live from the 2026 Site Selection Summit. Check out great interviews with Bethany Shockney, Dennis Wiggins and Lucas Witt, MBA.

Listen at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-from-the-2026-americansouth-site-selection/id1657456266?i=1000770005869.

He’s back. The world’s best economy builders will headline in sunny Bonita Springs, August 16–18.

Don’t miss a special 80th SEDC Anniversary session featuring Council President Emeritus Gene Stinson.

Grab your ticket today at https://www.sedc.org/events/2026-annual-conference--bonita-springs-fl.

Ultimate bragging rights are on the line. Which SEDC state can welcome the most new SEDC members this summer?

Learn more at https://conta.cc/4viqLSs.

SEDC Summer Membership Drive Email from Southern Economic Development Council   As summer kicks off, SEDC is launching our Summer Membership Drive, inviting more economic development professionals, allies, and partners to join th

Calling all defense communities. The next SEDC Webcast features a great discussion on how economic developers, installation leaders and community stakeholders can align to drive long-term community resilience and prosperity.

Grab your free ticket at https://www.sedc.org/events/connecting-bases-and-communities-economic-development-for-defense-communities.

SelectFlorida is seeking a Vice President of Trade and Export Development to lead international trade initiatives and expand export opportunities for state businesses. www.sedc.org/news/career-center

in beautiful Bonita Springs, Florida, set for August 16 - 18, is the perfect conference to bring the family. Make a plan to join us! And, pro tip, grab your hotel room as soon as possible.

Learn more at: https://www.sedc.org/events/2026-annual-conference--bonita-springs-fl.

The Southern Economic Development Council is seeking candidates to serve on our Board of Directors and Executive Committee. If you believe in the mission of our Council and are passionate about the , we encourage you to consider this opportunity to lead and make an impact.

Learn more at https://conta.cc/3RJFffu.