CAMBRIDGE, Ohio — The Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) proudly announces that Andrea Jackson from the Cambridge-Guernsey Community Improvement Corporation has successfully completed the 2025 Ohio Basic Economic Development Course (OHIO BEDC), earning a Certificate of Professional Development and marking a significant milestone in their professional development within the field of economic development.
The 2025 OHIO BEDC was held June 2–5 in Dublin, Ohio. This intensive, week-long training program is led by the Ohio Economic Development Institute (OEDI), a program of OEDA. Accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the course is designed for professionals new to the field or those seeking a foundational understanding of economic development.
“We congratulate Andrea for her commitment to strengthening her economic development expertise,” said David Zak, President of OEDA. “At OEDA, we believe that a strong foundation in the fundamentals is essential for advancing economic opportunity across Ohio. By investing in her professional growth, Andrea is helping to build more resilient, competitive, and inclusive communities—now and into the future.”