ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION Overview of Programs and Priorities Rick Sebenoler Program Officer Economic Development Administration Mission: To lead the federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy. Investment Focus: Support long-term, coordinated and collaborative regional economic development approaches. Support innovation and competitiveness. Encourage entrepreneurship. Support strategies that link regional economies with global marketplace Six Regional Offices Philadelphia Atlanta Chicago Seattle Denver Austin And less than 175 FTE nationwide Economic Development Districts Austin Region EDA PROGRAMS PUBLIC WORKS ECONOMIC ADJUSTMENT PLANNING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE EDA INVESTMENT BASICS Matching Grants (Percent depends on economic distress level) Eligible Applicants (Public, Non-Profits, etc.) Emphasis on Job Creation/Retention Open for business all year Huston-Tillotson - Austin