Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI)

10/02/2026

Looking to take the next step in your career or find top talent? The PDI Career Center is your go-to resource for connecting professionals with opportunities across Iowa. 💼

Discover current openings, share postings, and stay connected to what’s happening in economic development—all in one place: https://vist.ly/44njq

10/01/2026

Bryan Bross, PE, RG, attended the Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI) Conference in Burlington this past week! It was a great opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, learn about current development topics, and strengthen relationships across the industry. ⚙️🙌

10/01/2026

🚨 Due to the upcoming special legislative session, the Stuart Legislative Roundtable originally scheduled for October 2 has been postponed. A rescheduled date will be announced as soon as it is confirmed.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of PDI. We look forward to connecting with you soon!

09/29/2026

Our Legislative Roundtables continue this week, bringing together economic development professionals, community leaders, business representatives, elected officials, and policymakers to discuss issues shaping Iowa's future.

📍 Creston | Sept. 29
📍 Council Bluffs | Sept. 30
📍 Spencer | Oct. 1
📍 Stuart | Oct. 2

Don't miss the opportunity to connect, share insights, and engage in meaningful discussions on legislative priorities impacting Iowa communities and economic development.

🔗 Register and learn more: https://vist.ly/5kaqi

09/28/2026

09/28/2026

Join us TODAY in Carroll! 📢

Share insights, discuss key legislative priorities, and help shape conversations impacting Iowa communities and our state's economy.

📅 Today, September 28
🕑 2:00-4:00 p.m.
📍 1730 Highway 71 North, Carroll, IA

There's still time to join us! https://vist.ly/5k7e4

09/22/2026

Looking forward to another great Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI) Conference!

Homes for Iowa is excited to be part of the conference in several ways, as an exhibitor, a speaker, and as a proud member of the PDI Board of Directors.

PDI continues to be a great place to connect with economic development professionals from across Iowa, share ideas, build partnerships, and learn from one another.

If you’re attending, stop by the Homes for Iowa booth, catch our presentation, and say hello!

09/17/2026

Register today for the upcoming PDI Legislative Roundtable in Council Bluffs! 🔗 https://pdiowa-member.org/events/register.aspx?id=2081358

This will be a great conversation, and you won't want to miss it!

09/17/2026

Join us in two weeks for a Legislative Roundtable hosted by Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI).

Community leaders, chambers, and elected officials are invited to join the conversation and connect with legislators, economic developers, and community leaders from across Iowa. Together, we’ll discuss the critical economic tools and strategies that support local development and explore how tourism plays a role in driving growth across our state.

📆Thursday, October 1
⏰11am *Note the time change from 10:30*
📍Spencer, IA

➡️ Get registered at https://f.mtr.cool/zx8s9oiy7b

09/16/2026

Congratulations to the Spencer Economic Development Corporation and the Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation on being recognized by the Mid-America Economic Development Council (MAEDC)! 🏆

The Spencer Economic Development Corporation received the Overcoming Adversity Award (Medium Populations) for its Commercial Business Assistance Grants program, while Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation received the Entrepreneurship Award (Large Populations) for the Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute and its 20 years of success.

These regional awards showcase the impactful economic development work happening in Iowa communities. Congratulations to both organizations on this well-deserved recognition!