Dani Pugsley, President and CEO of the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce, recently completed the Mid-South Basic Economic Development Course offered through Arkansas Economic Developers and Chamber Executives (AEDCE).
Pugsley joined 44 other participants from four different states in the four-day fall program. Offered annually, the Mid-South Basic Course provides an intensive overview of the process and practice of local economic development. It features over 30 instructors, who are recognized experts in their fields. It is one of 25 such courses accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
“Dani shows amazing potential as an economic developer and key player in the economic development process,” says Shelley Short, Course Director. “Dani was a valued contributor during the course and by completing the course, she is better prepared to assist efforts fostering community and economic development in Mountain Home.”
Pugsley’s completion of the course now qualifies her to attend a series of advanced training courses, ultimately leading to eligibility for designation as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD).