Richardson Contact: Kelly Hardwick
972-580-0662 x33
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RICHARDSON,
Texas – February 10, 2016
– Jenny Mizutowicz, director of marketing for the Richardson Economic
Development Partnership, recently earned the distinguished designation of
Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) from the International Economic Development
Council (IEDC). Mizutowicz was one of only eight economic development
professionals nationwide to qualify for this certification during the most
recent set of qualifying examinations.
This
international certification is the economic development industry’s leading
industry designation, representing a mastery of principal skills in economic
development, professional attainment and a commitment to personal and
professional growth. The rigorous CEcD exam was administered by the IEDC in late
January in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Mizutowicz prepared and pursued this designation
through four years of coursework and an additional three months of test preparations,
and passed the rigorous examination on her first attempt.
“Earning the CEcD is one of the highest honors in
our profession, and preparing for it has been one of the most challenging tasks
I have undertaken,” Mizutowicz said. “This achievement not only benefits me
professionally, but it will also further deepen the ability of the Richardson
Economic Development Partnership to provide innovative, forward-thinking
strategies, informed by global best practices, that serve the economic
development needs of the vibrant Richardson community.”
The
CEcD designation recognizes qualified and dedicated professionals in the
economic development field and sets the standard within the profession.
Candidates with at least four years of economic development industry experience
must then complete professional development coursework, before passing a demanding
and comprehensive three-part, two-day examination. The multi-day exam tests a
practitioner’s knowledge, proficiency and judgment in the key areas of economic
development, including business retention and expansion, marketing, finance,
workforce development, community development, real estate, strategic planning,
technology-led economic development and management.
Certified
Economic Developers work with public officials, business leaders and community
members to create leadership to build and maximize the economic development
sector. Excellence in the economic development profession improves the
well-being, quality of life and opportunities for individuals, businesses and
communities.
About the Richardson Economic
Development Partnership
The
Richardson Economic Development Partnership (REDP), a joint effort of the City
of Richardson and the Richardson Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to building
a vibrant and thriving local economy by attracting new investment and jobs
through marketing, recruitment and working with existing employers. The REDP
offers numerous services to companies considering expansion or relocation to
the Telecom Corridor® area, including international and domestic business
relocation assistance and professional service provider referrals, site
selection, broker and real estate referrals, cost of business analyses,
incentives, partner and executive introductions, tours and city information.
For more information, visit www.telecomcorridor.com.