The Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) Awards Committee is soliciting nominations for the 2025 Myers, Whisman, and Congressional Awards. These awards are presented each year to a deserving individual by the Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) at its annual conference in Washington, D.C. The deadline for submissions is September 30, 2024. More information […]
Continue ReadingFor all your LDD news! DDAA Monthly Features Thank You to Everyone Who Came to the DDAA Professional Development Seminar The DDAA Leadership Development Seminar, held from July 16th to 17th, was a resounding success. The event, hosted by DDAA President Chris Chiles, featured comprehensive trainings on loan compliance, Human Resources practices, and unique courses […]
Continue ReadingThe Development District Association of Appalachia is holding its Annual Conference in Arlington, Virginia from March 9-12, 2025. We plan to share cutting-edge ideas, highlight success stories and lessons learned, and engage with other LDDs during our annual gathering. DDAA is seeking compelling session proposals to ensure a comprehensive program. Session proposals should address topics and trends that reflect the wide-ranging needs and interests of member region, states or LDDs, with a focus on this year’s theme of Together Towards Tomorrow. We are searching for powerful session proposals that align with Appalachian Regional Commission’s 5 strategic goals.
Continue ReadingFor all your LDD news! <!– <!– DDAA Monthly <!– Feature <!– <!– Don’t Miss Out! <!– <!– Join Us at The DDAA Professional Development Seminar in Huntington, WV <!– <!– <!– <!– We are thrilled to invite you to an incredible opportunity – the Professional Development Seminar hosted by DDAA on July 16th […]
Continue ReadingFor all your LDD news! DDAA Monthly Feature Board Spotlight: Addressing Workforce Challenges Collaboratively Across State Political Boundaries Two small rural LDD’s located in Northern Appalachia were successful in obtaining a $4.5 million grant from ARC’s ARISE program to provide new and innovative workforce initiatives as a two state partnership. The Twin Tiers ARISE […]
Continue ReadingThe Development District Association of Appalachia is holding its Annual Conference in Arlington, Virginia from March 10-13, 2024. We plan to share cutting-edge ideas, highlight success stories and lessons learned, and engage with other LDDs during our annual gathering. DDAA is seeking compelling session proposals to ensure a comprehensive program. Session proposals should address topics and trends that reflect the wide-ranging needs and interests of member region, states or LDDs, with a focus on this year’s theme of Rural Prosperity.
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The 2023 Annual Conference was a big success! A record number of attendees gathered to meet with peers across the region and learn of the great work getting done at local development districts near and far.
Continue ReadingTest Drive the Recovery-to-Work Ecosystem Builder’s Guide Local and regional leaders face many challenges in engaging employers and coordinating stakeholders to support their substance use disorder recovery initiatives. DDAA is here to help leaders learn how others are responding to this challenge and provide a guide and resources to build their recovery-to-work ecosystems. DDAA […]
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The Development District Association of Appalachia has been busy in 2022 working to serve YOU in your mission to support your community. DDAA supports Local Development Districts in building healthy, prosperous, diverse, and resilient communities across the Appalachian Region. DDAA’s advocacy works to ensure you have the funding needed to support your work and avoid […]
Continue ReadingWho Are your Trainers for the December In-person Trainings? DDAA recently announced several trainings coming up in December 2022. Meet our expert instructors. Instructors for the New Executive Director Training December 12, 2022 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET Gainesville, GA AGENDA INFO & REGISTER Heather Feldman serves as the Executive Director for the […]
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