Scholarship Program

The NREDA scholarship program recognizes the importance of training and education, as well as networking, in the field of Economic Development.  The program is open to NREDA members and non-members with a focus on those new to the economic development profession.

The National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2023 Professional Development Scholarship Program!  This year’s recipients are:

Nathan Hester,
Director of Development Services,
Bessemer City, North Carolina

Rachel Kreikemeier,
Executive Director,
Gage Area Growth Enterprise (NGage),
Beatrice, Nebraska

The NREDA annual scholarship program recognizes the importance of training and education, as well as networking, in the field of Economic Development.  The program is open to NREDA members and non-members, with a focus on those new to the economic development profession.

Nathan and Rachel are awarded an NREDA membership and a complimentary registration to the NREDA Annual Conference to be held November 8-10, 2023 in Myrtle Beach, SC!

NREDA received a record number of impressive applicants this year, and we are excited to continue this program in 2024!  Look for 2024 Professional Development Scholarship Program information next summer!