Surprise economic development head joining international board
Jerkovic appointed to 2-year term staring Jan. 1
Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic has been in the position since 2014.
Courtesy city of Surprise
Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic, left, and Joacim Mattisson, president of the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce of Arizona, celebrate Cinnamon Roll Day or “Kanelbullens dag” at OUAZ on Oct. 3, 2023.
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Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic has been appointed to the board of directors of the Washington, D.C.-based International Economic Development Council, a nonprofit group that serves economic developers.
Jerkovic will join more than 50 other voting members on IEDC’s board, representing more than 5,000 members globally. Her two-year term starts Jan. 1.
“I am honored to join the IEDC Board of Directors and excited for the opportunity to give back to an organization that has given me so much,” Jerkovic said. “Throughout my career, IEDC has been a source of invaluable knowledge, professional growth and mentorship. I look forward to contributing my experience and perspective to help advance the profession and support communities worldwide in achieving their economic development goals.”
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Surprise economic development head joining international board
Jerkovic appointed to 2-year term staring Jan. 1
Courtesy city of Surprise
Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic has been in the position since 2014.
Courtesy city of Surprise
Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic, left, and Joacim Mattisson, president of the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce of Arizona, celebrate Cinnamon Roll Day or “Kanelbullens dag” at OUAZ on Oct. 3, 2023.
I look forward to contributing my experience and perspective to help advance the profession and support communities worldwide in achieving their economic development goals.”
Jeanine Jerkovic | Surprise economic development director
Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic has been appointed to the board of directors of the Washington, D.C.-based International Economic Development Council, a nonprofit group that serves economic developers.
Jerkovic will join more than 50 other voting members on IEDC’s board, representing more than 5,000 members globally. Her two-year term starts Jan. 1.
“I am honored to join the IEDC Board of Directors and excited for the opportunity to give back to an organization that has given me so much,” Jerkovic said. “Throughout my career, IEDC has been a source of invaluable knowledge, professional growth and mentorship. I look forward to contributing my experience and perspective to help advance the profession and support communities worldwide in achieving their economic development goals.”
Jerkovic has served as economic development director since December 2014. She has more than 20 years of experience in economic development, international trade and public affairs, including leadership roles with the city of Glendale, the Arizona Commerce Authority and the Canadian Consulate.
She is also a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) and a frequent speaker on topics such as retail recruitment, workforce development and regional collaboration.
“Jeanine’s experience and commitment to the economic development profession have prepared her well for this new leadership role,” said IEDC President and CEO Nathan Ohle. “We look forward to her leadership in helping shape the future of IEDC, the profession and the economic well-being of communities across the world.”
The Surprise Economic Development Department exists to foster economic growth through new employment opportunities, workforce development, retail attraction, entrepreneurship and local business retention.
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