For Immediate Release
McKinney, TX (August 24, 2026): The McKinney Economic Development Corporation (McKinney EDC) received four 2026 Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The awards recognize McKinney EDC’s work across four categories in the 200,000 to 500,000 population group, including three Silver awards and one Bronze award. McKinney EDC representatives will be honored at the IEDC 2026 Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, October 25 to 28.
McKinney EDC’s 2026 honors include:
- Regional or Cross-Border Partnership Award (Silver) for 121 North: Allen and McKinney 121 Corridor Joint Promotion
- Special Purpose Website Award (Silver) for McKinneyMenu.com, created initially for Byron Nelson guests
- Print Brochure Award (Silver) for the McKinney EDC Flagship Print Brochure
- Digital Media Award (Bronze) for the McKinney Momentum Video Podcast
McKinney EDC is leading the field of excellence in economic development with its award-winning communications and marketing work. These awards shine a spotlight on McKinney EDC’s commitment to its community and showcase the significant impact of economic development. IEDC is honored to present these awards to McKinney EDC to celebrate their leadership and innovation in the field.
– Nathan Ohle, IEDC President and CEO
Each year, IEDC honors economic development organizations, government entities, initiatives, and programs that consistently demonstrate excellence in the field. The honorees lead transformational projects that revitalize communities and advance the practice of economic development.
Recognition from IEDC in its 100th year means a great deal to our team. These awards reflect the partnerships we have built and the care we put into telling McKinney’s story to the people deciding where to invest and grow.
– Michael Kowski, President and CEO of McKinney EDC
This year’s awards take on special meaning, as IEDC celebrates its 100th anniversary. In recognizing excellence in economic development, IEDC and its partners are celebrating successes and shining a spotlight on programs that inspire and prepare the field for the next century of economic development.
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About the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
The McKinney Economic Development Corporation promotes and sustains economic growth, job creation, and capital investment in the City of McKinney through strategic initiatives that support businesses of all sizes, from startups to global headquarters. For more information, visit www.uniquemckinney.com.
About the City of McKinney
McKinney, Texas, is a fast-growing community in the Dallas-Fort Worth region known for its strong business climate, highly educated workforce, historic downtown, nationally recognized quality of life, and commitment to thoughtful growth. With a population of more than 240,000, McKinney has earned national recognition for its real estate market, public safety, parks, and overall livability, making it a premier destination for businesses, talent, and investment. For more information, visit McKinneyTexas.org.
About the International Economic Development Council (IEDC)
Based in Washington, D.C., IEDC is the world’s largest association for economic developers. Originating a century ago, IEDC is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization that represents the entire economic development profession. Members include practitioners in economic development through local, state, provincial, and federal governments, non-profits, public-private partnerships, entrepreneurial support organizations, chambers of commerce, utilities, universities, and a variety of other organizations.
IEDC is the leading voice in driving the future of the field. IEDC provides professional development through courses and certifications, networking, conferences, research, policy advocacy, partnerships, and other valuable offerings to economic development professionals across the globe. For more information, please visit www.IEDC.org.
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