By Independent Newsmedia | Surprise Independent
The International Economic Development Council is bestowing five big honors on the Surprise Economic Development Department.
The department won five IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards during its annual conference Oct. 12 through 16.
IEDC’s Excellence in Economic Development Awards recognize the world’s best economic development programs and partnerships, marketing materials, and the year’s most influential leaders.

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